Stapleton first came to prominence in the Glasgow DIY music scene of the late nineties, playing early shows alongside bands such as Karate, Bluetip, Dismemberment Plan and Les Savy Fav.

They were an integral and ubiquitous part of a supportive and diverse independent Scottish music scene that also included bands such as Laeto, Sawyer, Idlewild, Aereogramme and Biffy Clyro.

The turn of the millennium brought an increase in touring for Stapleton, as well as a first full release; 'Rebuild The Pier'[1] on the English label Year 3 Thousand Records.

Hug The Coast[9] was released in late 2005 on Gravity Records and contained artwork by Grammy nominated artist Jesse LeDoux.

Following considerable touring, Stapleton chose to go on hiatus in Summer of 2006, though only after recording a fourth album 'Rest and be Thankful' with their friend and live engineer Robin Sutherland.