The Latest Breaking News from Alan Rankine

Remembering the guitarists we lost in 2023

We had to say goodbye to a staggering number of guitar geniuses this year. We salute those players and their contributions to the instrument

Guitar World · Dec 26, 2023

Alan Rankine was the maestro of the Associates’ post-punk pop – and an architect of indie

As the multi-instrumentalist musical force behind the Scottish art-pop band, and later as a producer and label boss, Rankine was an adventurous, experimental, inspirational figure

The Guardian - UK · Jan 4, 2023

The Associates co-founder Alan Rankine dies aged 64

The musician was behind hits including Party Fears Two and 18 Carat Love Affair.

The Independent UK · Jan 3, 2023

Edinburgh musician Alan Rankine 'dies peacefully at home' at 64

The star was born in Bridge of Allan and began his career with the cabaret band Caspian, which would become the Associates with singer Billy Mackenzie.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 3, 2023

Scottish Friendly promotes new chief financial officer

He replaces current finance director Martin Pringle, who is leaving the mutual

Insider UK · Oct 5, 2022