Photography by Scott Chalmers

The music industry is well known to be a minefield for bands, many splitting at any one of the many obstacles that confront an act on its journey from local pubs to larger venues.

Some artists seem to have the proverbial kitchen sink thrown at them and My Ruin have definitely had their fare share of problems, the latest being a record label promising the earth but delivering less than nothing.

My Ruin and front woman Tairrie B in particular are made of sterner stuff than most though, meaning they climb back on the saddle and try even harder, which is good news for us on this particular night, the second date of a UK tour.