Stephen McCafferty 'Rubber Glove' out 23/5/25!
Stephen's musical journey began with his gran's old stereo and his mum's vinyl and cassette collection. Influenced by artists like David Bowie, The Cranberries, and The Beatles, Stephen developed a love for music that laid the foundation for his future song-writing. Combining introspective lyrics with anthemic choruses, Stephen draws inspiration from classic 20th-century song-writing, adding depth with existential themes influenced by literature and culture.
Stephen's path was marked by resilience. In his late teens and early twenties, he led a nomadic life across Scotland, sofa-surfing, sleeping in cars, wheelbarrows, and even a digger. His pivotal decision to move to Edinburgh and declare himself homeless led to a transformative year in a shelter, where he wrote songs that would gain national attention and three XFM Breakout tracks of the week with his band, Return To The Sun. Performing extensively with bands like Beautiful By Design and Return To The Sun, Stephen graced stages at festivals such as The Isle of Wight and received airplay on BBC Introducing.
After taking a break to reflect and refocus, Stephen returned to his musical roots with a renewed vision, channelling his diverse influences into crafting songs that truly resonate with him. Stephen kicked off 2025 with a release that led Mark McNally (Postcards From The Underground) to call him “a man that keeps putting out tremendous singles.” Now, he's back with his 8th single and third of the year, 'Rubber Glove'. With all his 2025 singles already recorded, Stephen is shifting focus to marketing, live shows, and music videos - ensuring a big year ahead.
New single 'Rubber Glove'
is out 23/5/25 across all platforms!
"If clever pop songs are your thing then Rubber Glove should be on your radar...steeped in 90s guitar pop references you'll want a few replays just to catch all the sly nods" - SNACK Magazine
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"Rubber Glove is a fast-paced, sardonic snapshot of modern dislocation - a bit of a 90s Britpop throwback with a lyrical eyebrow raised throughout." - Stephen McCafferty
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'Rubber Glove' written by Stephen McCafferty
Recorded and Mixed by Garry Boyle at Slate Room Studios
Mastered by Stuart Hamilton at Castle Sound Studio
Guitars & Vocals - Stephen McCafferty
Drums - Jason Rees / Bass - Dario Ferrante
Backing Vocals - Amelia Duncan (Ace & All The Other Animals)
FOR FANS OF:
MANIC STREET PREACHERS ● SUPERGRASS ● LIGHTNING SEEDS
