Rifferama Vinyl

The longawaited reissue of Rifferama, the acclaimed debut album by Glasgow indie trailblazers Thrum. Out on Fire Records, the remaster revisits one of the most revered cult records of the 1990s UK guitar scene. The release includes an exclusive download of the bands reunion show recorded live at Airdrie Town Hall in 2025, along with a new studio version of Hey Joe.Originally released to critical acclaim, Rifferama captured a moment when melody, distortion and emotional urgency collided to create something timeless. Now newly remastered from the original recordings, the album returns with enhanced depth and clarity, reaffirming its reputation as a lost classic of the era.Fronted by the unmistakable voice of Monica Queen known for her work with Belle and Sebastian and Snow Patrol, Thrums sound blended shimmering pop hooks with driving, fuzzladen riffs. Alongside Johnny Smillies distinctive guitar work, the band forged a sonic identity that stood proudly alongside the eras most influential alternative acts.This reissue is dedicated to the late great Phil Vinall, who mixed the album.