Writing on the Wall

The Profile

A Scottish quintet, described in the available review as a gloomy hard-prog-psych-blues outfit; the review notes a single released work in 1969, The Power of the Picts, and mentions the Scott brothers and vocalist Linnie Patterson.

Often categorized as late-1960s progressive/psychedelic/blues rock; principally known for the 1969 album The Power of the Picts.

A single detailed review praises Writing On The Wall's 1969 album The Power of the Picts as a gloomy blend of prog, psychedelia and blues. The reviewer highlights theatrical vocals, demonic keyboards, brutal fuzz guitars and standout tracks like "Aries" and "Bogeyman". The overall appraisal is ecstatic and evocative.