Rory McVicar is a musician and songwriter who lives in London and was born in 1986. He first draws wider attention in 2005 when his demo receives heavy rotation on BBC Radio 1’s Onemusic shows, presented by Huw Stephens and Rob da Bank. That exposure leads to an appearance at In The City in Manchester as part of Radio 1 Unsigned, and to a live session recorded at Maida Vale.

Early releases and recognition

McVicar’s first release is a split 7-inch single with electronic artist Hoofus, featuring the song “Hide Yrself”. He then follows it with “The Things You Do”. His track “Little One”, taken from the CD-R that brought him wider attention, reaches number 20 in the Festive Fifty end-of-year countdown.

Albums and label work

In November 2007, McVicar releases his self-titled debut album on the Series 8 label. The record receives favourable notice in the British music press, and the singles “Now That You’re Mine” and “No More Do I Care” receive radio play. In February 2010, he issues his second album, Another Sleepless Night, on his own Lonesome Goodnight Recordings label, with the release available digitally and on heavyweight vinyl.

Live work and collaborations

McVicar tours after his debut album and appears at festivals including Latitude and Exit. He also supports Josh T. Pearson, Bat For Lashes and Monkey Swallows the Universe. In addition, he plays guitar on Nat Johnson’s first solo album, Roman Radio.