Lay It On The Line, a British melodic hardcore band from London, was formed in 2012 by Mike Scott, his brother Matt, and Dave Smith. Their Demo Recording Midnight in the Bellagio was released later that year. The band gained early support from Radio 1 DJ Mike Davies before playing their first live show. Lay It On The Line released several EPs, including A Lesson in Personal Finance (2012), Vigilance (2013), and A Prelude To The Process (2015). Their debut album, The Black Museum, was released on June 30, 2017. The band's line-up has evolved over the years, with notable members including Donuts on bass. In 2020, the band released the album A Candle In Hell.