Yashin (band)

Yashin

Company type	Band
Industry	Music
Founded	2006 in Glasgow, Scotland
Headquarters	Glasgow , Scotland, United Kingdom
Products	Music albums, EPs, singles

Yashin was a post-hardcore group originating from Glasgow, Scotland, established in 2006. Their touring history includes sharing stages with well-known bands such as Limp Bizkit, Papa Roach, Black Veil Brides, and Madina Lake. They also appeared at prominent festivals like Download Festival, T in the Park, and Sonisphere.

Formation and Initial Phase (2006–2009)

The band was initiated by Rick Shiels (bass) and Paul Charles Travers (guitar), who were schoolmates from Greenock. The name Yashin derived from Paul's nickname, which paid homage to the Russian goalkeeper Lev Yashin. Michael Rice joined as vocalist through university connections, while drummer David Beaton was brought on board after Rick encountered him at a TBreak event. Beaton subsequently introduced guitarist Lewis Millen, finalizing the original ensemble.

Yashin first gained recognition by touring alongside Scottish band Flood of Red and released two EPs in 2008: Pay to Play and Miles Away But Getting Closer. Vocalist Michael Rice departed in October 2008. During this period, James Veck-Gilodi and Ryan Mellor of Deaf Havana temporarily handled vocals for UK dates, with Jordan Spiers from Flood of Red stepping in for performances in Sweden.

Following auditions, the band appointed two vocalists: Harry Radford from the United States providing clean vocals, and Scottish screamer Kevin Miles. This formation kicked off a nine-date UK tour in April 2009 supporting Madina Lake, The Audition, and Flood of Red. They continued extensive touring across the UK and Europe before recording their debut album Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them with producer Romesh Dodangoda in November 2009. On 5 December 2009, Yashin achieved a sold-out headline show at Glasgow’s The Garage, marking their largest performance to date.

Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them Era (2010–2011)

The band’s debut album, Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them, was released on 1 February 2010 and included a notable cover of Britney Spears’ "Everytime". In March 2010, they supported Glamour of the Kill on a 38-date UK tour, enhancing their industry profile. Later that year, December saw them supporting Emarosa before opening for A Day to Remember at Glasgow’s O₂ Academy during the latter’s European tour.

In March 2011, Yashin led a UK tour supporting The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, selling out key venues such as Leeds, Newcastle, and Glasgow. That year also featured performances on the second stage at Donington Download Festival and on the Honour over Glory Stage at Slam Dunk Festival alongside bands like Deaf Havana and While She Sleeps. July included supporting Papa Roach during their sole UK appearances of 2011, followed by extending support dates into mainland Europe including Germany and Switzerland.

June 2011 included support slots for Korn at Glasgow’s O₂ Academy as well as appearances at Download Festival and Austria’s Nova Rock Festival. The autumn saw them supporting Black Veil Brides across UK and European dates alongside My Passion, garnering favorable reviews. On 16 December, Yashin supported The Blackout during Liverpool’s 'Christmas Hope Tour'.

We Created A Monster Period (2012–2016)

During their winter tours supporting Black Veil Brides and The Blackout, Yashin worked with producer Simon Janlov to compose and record demos for their sophomore album. On 27 February 2012, the band revealed plans to release the single "New Year or New York" digitally on 5 March, accompanied by a limited edition signed CD. Additionally, they reissued their debut record under the title Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them: Revolution, which included re-recorded songs from their EP Miles Away But Getting Closer featuring refreshed vocal performances.

In March 2012, Yashin embarked on 'The Last One Standing Tour', selling out venues such as London's Underworld and Manchester's Club Academy, while headlining at Glasgow's Arches — marking their largest headline event at that time. Throughout the year, they took the main stage of the Jägermeister tent at Download Festival and supported Limp Bizkit on shows across London, Germany, The Netherlands, and the Czech Republic. Their European engagements continued alongside Black Veil Brides and included appearances at Belgium’s Pukkelpop festival as well as UK independent events like GuilFest and Hit The Deck.

Their second full-length album, We Created A Monster, was officially released on 25 June 2012. Later that year, on 24 October, guitarist Lewis Millen left the group; Connor MacLeod stepped in as his successor and received an endorsement from Ibanez Guitars in February 2013.

Yashin performed on the main stage at Radstock Festival in March 2013 and participated in Slam Dunk Festival across several UK locations and Dublin. They returned to headline Radstock Festival again in Newcastle and Liverpool in 2014.

Following the announcement of their upcoming album The Renegades, the band led a UK tour with support from I Divide.

The Renegades (2016)

Mid-2016 saw Yashin release their final studio album, entitled The Renegades.

Disbandment

In spring 2016, Yashin declared their decision to disband without offering an explanation. They played two farewell concerts at the Garage venues in Glasgow and London, during which original vocalist Michael Rice joined them on stage for select tracks. After the group’s dissolution, members moved on to new ventures: Harry Radford established the band Call Me Amour, while Connor MacLeod became part of Scottish band Divides.

Band members

Last lineup

• Paul Travers – guitar (2006–2016)
• Andrew McShane – bass guitar, backing vocals (2006–2016)
• David Beaton – drums and percussion (2006–2016)
• Harry Radford – clean vocals (2009–2016)
• Kevin Miles – unclean vocals (2009–2016)
• Connor MacLeod – guitar (2012–2016)

Previous members

• Michael Rice – lead vocals (2006–2008; guest appearance 2016)
• Lewis Millen – guitar (2006–2012)

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Studio Albums

• 2010: Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them
• 2012: Put Your Hands Where I Can See Them: Revolution
• 2012: We Created A Monster
• 2016: The Renegades

EPs

• 2007: Pay to Play
• 2008: Miles Away But Getting Closer
• 2012: Runaway Train EP

Singles

• 2010: "Get Loose!"
• 2010: "Stand Up"
• 2010: "Friends In High Places"
• 2012: "New Year or New York"
• 2012: "Make It Out Alive"
• 2012: "Runaway Train"
• 2014: "D.E.A.D"
• 2015: "Dorothy Gale" (featuring Itch)
• 2016: "The Renegades"
• 2016: "Vultures"