Exciting local band Hitlist have created a brand new track for the Dons!

Hear from the band about how the song was created…

Tell us how you came about writing a song for the Dons?

“The song came about after we were invited by Supporter Experience Manager Stephen McCormick to create something new for the Dons following recommendations from supporters that we would be the right fit for the job.”

Why did you want to write a song for Aberdeen FC?
“We have all been Aberdeen fans our entire lives and wouldn’t have it any other way. We grew up going to games and experiencing the tremendous atmosphere that Pittodrie can offer.

“We’ve made some of our best memories at Aberdeen games, both home and away, and we are honoured and very excited to be part of the matchday experience moving forward!”

What process was involved in making the song?

“All production, mixing, and mastering took place in Aberdeen. The song was written entirely by the band and recorded, mixed, mastered, and produced by Joel Morrison (Bassist). The drums were recorded at York Street Studio in Aberdeen by Michael Macdonald.

“We started writing immediately, with Finlay (Guitarist) coming up with a guitar riff that we felt would bring the right intensity to suit the mood of a walkout. Callum (Vocals and Guitarist) then began writing the lyrics, citing ‘Granite Skylines’ as the chorus. Joel laid down his driving bass part, which adds significant depth to the song and works seamlessly alongside the guitar. Ollie (Drummer) brought it to life with the drum kit, as he always does; he’s a huge part of our sound, really helping to carry the song’s intensity.”

Calum, how did you write the lyrics?

“I didn’t find it hard to write about Aberdeen, I’ve never know anything else. I thought ‘Granite Skylines’ would be a fitting title as it aptly describes the image of Aberdeen. After jotting down the title, I got to work on forming the rest of the lyrics.

“My favourite lyric is ‘In this city of spirit and pride, take my soul,’ which is a play on the Alfredo Di Stefano quote, ‘Aberdeen have what money can’t buy; a soul, a team spirit built in a family tradition.'”

Ollie, as well as playing drums you create artwork for the band. How did you come up with the artwork for ‘Granite Skylines’?
“I created the artwork with the intention of showcasing Aberdeen as a bright city, with the morning sun reflecting off the granite skyline. The colours I chose are a nod to our football team’s colours and rich history.

“To properly connect with the people we made the song for, I designed the typeface to resemble the street signs that are scattered throughout the city centre—a unique tribute to the Aberdonian listeners who were in our minds when we recorded the song.”

‘Granite Skylines’ is out now and available to download here.

Listen out for the first play of ‘Granite Skylines’ at Pittodrie this weekend!

Hitlist will be performing a headline show at Cafe Drummonds on the 12th of October. Tickets available here.