sean vs the robots

sean vs the robots

sean vs the robots is the recording name of Sean McCole, a Scottish singer-songwriter from Dumfries in south west Scotland. He develops the project after a period of work as a session musician for Calvin Harris and Kelis, a run that lasts four years. He later focuses on his own material and performs live while working towards releases under this name.

Background

McCole is born in Dumfries and takes an interest in music from an early age. He plays in several local bands around his home town before moving to Glasgow to study music and audio technology at Stow College. There he learns recording styles and techniques that he applies in his own home-studio work.

Style and influences

The project draws on folk, electronic and alternative music. Its sound combines melodic guitar and vocals with synthesizers and drum machines.

Career

Before concentrating on sean vs the robots, McCole works as a session musician for Scottish artist and producer Calvin Harris and for American singer Kelis. His solo project follows that experience and centres on gigging and original recordings.