The View

The Profile

The View are a Scottish indie rock band formed in Dundee in 2005. Their debut album, Hats Off to the Buskers, was released in 2007 and reached number one on the UK Albums Chart.

The DeBaser review compares the band's sound to contemporaries such as Franz Ferdinand and The Fratellis. The debut album contains singles and notable tracks including Superstar Tradesman, Same Jeans, The Don and Wasted Little DJ's.

A DeBaser review finds The View's debut both catchy and derivative, noting strong singles and memorable choruses. The album is compared closely to contemporary bands, sometimes too closely. Tempo changes and some varied moods prevent complete monotony. Overall a promising but familiar-sounding debut.