Threatmantics, a Welsh rock band from Cardiff, was formed in 2005. The group initially consisted of Heddwyn Davies on vocals and viola, Huw Alun Davies on drums, and various other members over the years. Their debut album Upbeat Love was recorded as a three-piece and released by Double Six Records on November 3, 2008. This release marked their breakthrough moment, with Stereogum naming them a "Band To Watch" shortly after. The band's second album, Kid McCoy, was released in December 2012 and featured singles that received significant airplay on BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, and BBC Radio 6 Music. Notable tracks from this period include "Apple Tree" and "Esgryn", with the latter included in DJ Adam Walton's "Best of 2012" list.
