Music: Stone Cold Sweethearts “Doghouse”: Indie Grit Meets Raw Northern Soul
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The rising Lincolnshire outfit Stone Cold Sweethearts (SCS) are kicking down the door of the UK indie scene with “Doghouse” — a snarling, heartfelt track that blends working-class defiance with emotional grit. It’s everything great British rock should be: loud, honest, and impossible to ignore.
From Small-Town Fire to Big-Stage Fury
Stone Cold Sweethearts, affectionately shortened to SCS, are a UK indie/alt-rock band that refuse to blend into the crowd. Led by dual vocalists Joe and Aidan, the band’s sound thrives on the tension and chemistry between their voices — Joe’s raw edge against Aidan’s melodic tone. It’s this duality that gives SCS their unmistakable punch.
Their music channels the unapologetic honesty of Fontaines D.C., the grit of Wunderhorse, and the attitude of Kid Kapichi, while still feeling distinctly their own. Born from Lincolnshire’s underground scene, they’ve built their reputation on powerful live shows and a relentless drive to evolve.
Their previous single “Up for It Now” marked a breakthrough moment, showing a band sharpening their sound with bold new textures and unfiltered energy. Produced by Sugarhouse — the renowned team behind Corella, Viola Beach, and VENUS GRRRLS — the track confirmed SCS’s commitment to growth and precision without sacrificing the grit that defines them.
“Doghouse” — Love, Guilt, and Guitar Fire
“Doghouse” is the band’s most emotionally charged track yet — a gritty anthem of regret and redemption wrapped in thunderous guitars and pounding drums. Lyrically, it’s about being out of favour — literally and metaphorically in the doghouse — wrestling with guilt, pride, and the chaos of modern relationships.
Musically, it’s a masterclass in modern British guitar rock:
Razor-edged riffs meet anthemic choruses, tailor-made for sticky-floored venues and festival crowds alike.
Joe and Aidan trade lines with raw chemistry, giving the song emotional volatility and bite.
The production from Sugarhouse elevates their sound — polished without losing the scuffed, sweaty edge that makes SCS real.
It’s a statement of intent — one that says this band isn’t just chasing a scene; they’re ready to define one.