Stay For Tomorrow are a dynamic, four-piece alternative rock band from Dunfermline, Scotland, formed in 2018.
Known for their energetic sound influenced by Biffy Clyro, Foo Fighters, and Velvet Revolver, the line-up includes Joe MacFarlane (vocals/rhythm guitar), Nic Holson (lead guitar), Gemma Wickham (synth-bass/keys), and Sean Priestley (drums).
The band burst onto the Fife music scene in 2019 with Kings and Queens and have since released a series of singles, including Rumours, Prison Living and Non Applicable (Na Na). Their 2023 compilation album, The Story So Far, featured all prior singles, followed by the breakthrough track Always You and the successful Pick Me Up, Crushing Down and Restart, which all gained significant radio play. Their most recent single Villains has taken their sound to thrilling new heights. The track gained massive attention, cementing Stay For Tomorrow’s reputation as a rising force in the alt-rock scene.
Stay For Tomorrow have shared stages with acts like Inglorious and Massive Wagons and performed at venues such as King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut and festivals like Bonfest and Winterstorm. Their 2023 music video for Lipstick Lips won Best Music Video at the Lowlands Music Awards, where they were also nominated for Best Rock Act. They have also been nominated for Best Alt-Rock Act at the 2025 Radio Wigwam Awards.
New single ‘Breathe’ will be released 28/2/25
at 00:00 GMT across all streaming platforms.
Stream on Soundcloud (DO NOT SHARE) via
https://bit.ly/4aPsHc3
Pre-save via
https://emubands.ffm.to/breathe
“Breathe is the stirring power ballad that dares you to trust in the promise of tomorrow. This captivating track artfully blends tender guitar, soulful vocals, and graceful piano with a slow-building crescendo of resounding drums, a soaring choir, and orchestral majesty. It weaves an intimate message between hearts – a call to hold on when life seems to unravel”.
“Breathe, just breathe
You don’t have to make it all make sense ya’know”
“As Breathe unfolds, its delicate momentum transforms into a powerful climax, inviting you to shed doubt and embrace the strength of connection. This song is a bold celebration of resilience – a gentle reminder that even in the midst of chaos, hope can be found” – Stay For Tomorrow
The single was recorded, mixed and mastered in Dunfermline
with Dominic Hardy at Gracenote Studios.
Music and lyrics by Stay For Tomorrow.
Joe MacFarlane – Vocals
Nic Holson – Electric Guitar/Acoustic Guitar
Clarinet/Backing Vocals/Orchestral Production
Gemma Wickham – Piano/Backing Vocals
Sean Priestley – Drums
Stay For Tomorrow will be performing a short run of shows to tie in with this release. Stopping off at Bloc, Glasgow (27th February), The Barrels, Berwick (28th February) & Zerox, Newcastle (1st March).
