Biography
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Years Active
1989 – 1996 (7 years)
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Founded In
Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Members
- Aubrey Nunn
- Peter Lawlor
- Ray Wilson
- Uwe Metzler (2005 – present)
Stiltskin is a Scottish rock band that gained prominence in the mid-1990s. Led by frontman Ray Wilson, who has been the sole consistent member, the band is best recognized for their 1994 UK chart-topping single "Inside".
Formation and Early Success
Founded in 1994 by multi-instrumentalist/songwriter Peter Lawlor to showcase music he composed for the British Levi's television advertisement "Creek," Stiltskin rose to fame with their hit single "Inside," which reached the top of the UK Singles Chart. Despite this initial success, subsequent releases like "Footsteps" achieved moderate chart positions, with the band's original lineup releasing their debut album, "The Mind's Eye," which attained a silver record in the UK and garnered attention in the US music scene.
Changes and Continued Pursuits
Following the disbandment of the original lineup in 1996 during the recording of their unfinished second album, members pursued other projects. Lawlor continued his work in music production and composition, contributing to various high-profile projects and also delving into economics. Other former members, such as McFarlane and Wilson, ventured into different musical endeavors, with Wilson notably joining Genesis and later launching a solo career.
Revival and Recent Activities
In 2005, Wilson assembled a new lineup under the Stiltskin moniker and released the album "She" in 2006. The band toured extensively in Europe, culminating in the release of a live album in 2007. Subsequent albums followed, including "Unfulfillment" in 2011. Over the years, there have been lineup changes, with drummer Ashley Macmillan departing the band in 2015.
Discography
The Mind's Eye (1994)
She (2006)
Unfulfillment (2011)
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