Welsh progressive alt metal six-piece SCRATCH ONE GRUB surge forward with “#1,” the biting new single from their debut album ‘One,’ out now. Formed in Aberdare, the band blend progressive ambition with alt-metal grit and raw emotional charge. “#1” lands hard, locking into tight rhythmic punches, expansive hooks and intricate musicianship that immediately marks their arrival.
Comprised of Aled Trigg, Lewis Griffiths, Sean Barry, Evan Cook, Alex Lewis and Zac Cross, the group have built momentum through relentless live performances. Their sound stretches wide, pulling from modern progressive metal while staying rooted in groove and urgency. The chemistry is audible, six players pushing and pulling in sync.
“#1” captures that dynamic in full. The riffs twist and snap. The rhythm section drives with precision. Vocals cut through with intensity and layered power. It is sprawling yet direct, experimental yet grounded, a statement track that announces serious intent from a band ready to move.
Sharing stages with Dead Flesh, Continents, Confessions of a Traitor, Manumit, Calvaria, House of Hosts and Confessions of a Serial Killer has sharpened their edge. With ‘One’ now unleashed, SCRATCH ONE GRUB plant their flag as a formidable new force in UK heavy music.