That was then... this is now!

We had a blast celebrating our 15th anniversary (and helping to raise a bunch of cash for Pancreatic Cancer UK) at the Portland Arms recently, playing debut album 'Daylight Cinema' in its entirety. Big thanks to Mr No Face who organised the night, and to all who came and dug into their pockets! Also great sets from R J Archer & the Painful Memories, and Paul Stevens.

Looking forward, we've got demos of an album's worth of new songs and will be getting those into proper shape over the next couple of months hopefully.

(pic by Jen Mr No Face)

Working on new stuff

We've been quiet for a bit (partly as two of us are just getting over bouts of Covid), but fear not! We're working on new stuff with a slightly new feel - electric 12-string and accordions have been involved, but who knows exactly where it'll lead us; and a trip to Cecil Sharpe House a short while back have infused lyrics with a bit of a folkloric vibe.

On the live front, there are things bubbling, so we might have some dates (possibly in new places/venues) to announce before too long.

Hang in there! Be rock. Be roll.

First gig of the new year!

 First gig up, fingers crossed, will be: 

8 January 2022

THE SIX BELLS, CAMBRIDGE CB1 2HS

8.30pm, free entry

With our great friends Goddammit Jeremiah

Tonight's Blue Moon gig (16 Dec) cancelled

Regrettably, though probably not surprisingly given the worsening covid situation, we've had to take the difficult decision to cancel this evening's gig that was scheduled for the Blue Moon. People's safety (not just of gig-goers, but also of elderly/vulnerable friends and relatives) is a more important consideration right now ... wishing you all a safe and healthy Christmas break, and look forward to making noise in the new year.

love, THE SCISSORS

Join us to celebrate 15 years of The Scissors!

We've been doing this for 15 years! To celebrate. we've got a special gig lined up... 

16 December 2021

The Blue Moon, Norfolk Street, Cambridge
with MR NO FACE, GODDAMMIT JEREMIAH, and SHIFTY STATUES
This will be a special 15th anniversary set; we'll be playing our debut album 'Daylight Cinema' for the first time ever live in its entirety!

Tickets £5 on the door.

See you there!

15 years and counting

After having had an absolute blast supporting Toyah at Cambridge Junction, we're looking to celebrate the 15th anniversary of our first gig, back in December 2006. It's been a long time, and yet it doesn't feel like it sometimes - life in a flash, or in a jar? How did we get here? Where next?

Rest assured, there will be some sort of celebration in December, details TBA soon!

For now, enjoy some pics (taken by Steve Garry Holdway) from the Junction...

It's a mystery no longer! We're supporting TOYAH in October at Cambridge Junction

Gigs are BACK! And we're beyond thrilled to be supporting the legendary TOYAH on 29 October at Cambridge Junction! 

From punk princess to cult stage actress, Toyah Willcox is a uniquely gifted performer and an inextinguishable flame. Charismatic, outspoken and impossible to categorise, she is one of Britain’s beloved household names – an award-winning rock legend as well as a much-loved stage/screen actress and music composer.