History of The Script in Timeline
The Script is an Irish rock band formed in Dublin in 2001. They achieved international success with their self-titled debut album in 2008, which topped the charts in Ireland and the UK. Their subsequent albums, including "Science & Faith", "#3", and "No Sound Without Silence", also reached number one in both countries. The band is known for hit singles like "The Man Who Can't Be Moved", "Breakeven", "Hall of Fame", and "Superheroes". Originally a five-piece band, guitarist Mark Sheehan sadly passed away in 2023. The Script continues to record and perform, with their most recent album, a greatest hits compilation, released in 2021.
1 September 2017: Release of Freedom Child
On 1 September 2017, The Script released their fifth album "Freedom Child", which included 14 tracks and was preceded by the single "Rain".
10 January 2020: Release of "Run Through Walls"
The Script released "Run Through Walls" as the second single from their album "Sunsets & Full Moons" on 10 January 2020, accompanied by a music video.
10 September 2012: Release of #3 in the UK
The Script released their third album "#3" in the UK on 10 September 2012. The album featured their successful single "Hall of Fame", which topped charts in multiple countries.
11 March 2021: Release of acoustic version of "For the First Time"
On 11 March 2021, The Script released an acoustic version of their song "For the First Time", leading their second acoustic EP titled "Acoustic Sessions 2".
11 October 2019: Announcement of Sunsets & Full Moons
The Script announced their album "Sunsets & Full Moons" on 11 October 2019, revealing it would contain nine songs and be available for pre-order. The album was released on 8 November 2019.
12 September 2014: Release of No Sound Without Silence
On 12 September 2014, The Script released their fourth studio album "No Sound Without Silence". The album was described as a prequel to their debut album and included tracks recorded while on tour.
13 July 2017: Announcement of lead single "Rain"
The Script announced "Rain" as the lead single from their fifth album on 13 July 2017, and released it the following day. This marked the beginning of the album's promotional activities.
13 November 2017: Release of "Arms Open"
The Script released "Arms Open" as the second single from their album "Freedom Child" on 13 November 2017. A music video for the song followed on 1 December 2017.
13 September 2010: Release of "Science & Faith" in the UK
The Script released their album "Science & Faith" on 13 September 2010 in the UK. The album quickly climbed the charts, securing the number one spot in both the Irish Album Chart and the UK album chart.
13 September 2019: Teasing of new album on Twitter
On 13 September 2019, The Script began teasing their new album on Twitter, building anticipation among fans.
15 March 2015: Release of "Man on a Wire"
"Man on a Wire" was released as a single on 15 March 2015, continuing the promotion of The Script's album "No Sound Without Silence".
15 October 2014: Release of "No Good in Goodbye"
The Script released the single "No Good in Goodbye" on 15 October 2014 as part of their album "No Sound Without Silence".
16 January 2015: Start of No Sound Without Silence Tour
The Script began their "No Sound Without Silence Tour" on 16 January 2015, performing across Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania, and North America in a total of 56 shows.
16 March 2018: Release of "Crazy World" cover
On 16 March 2018, The Script released a live cover of "Crazy World" featuring Christy Dignam, which was part of their acoustic EP titled "Acoustic Sessions".
16 September 2012: "Hall of Fame" reaches UK number one
On 16 September 2012, "Hall of Fame" achieved The Script's first UK number one position, holding the spot for two weeks. This success marked a significant milestone in their career.
18 April 2018: Release of Acoustic Sessions EP
The Script released their "Acoustic Sessions" EP on 18 April 2018, which included the live cover of "Crazy World" and other acoustic tracks.
18 January 2011: "Science & Faith" US release
The Script released their album "Science & Faith" in the United States on 18 January 2011, following the earlier release of the single "For the First Time".
18 September 2015: End of No Sound Without Silence Tour
The Script concluded their "No Sound Without Silence Tour" on 18 September 2015, completing a successful worldwide series of performances.
1996: Formation of Mytown
Danny O'Donoghue and Mark Sheehan, future members of The Script, formed the boy band Mytown in 1996, marking their early foray into the music industry.
2 July 2011: Performance at Aviva Stadium
On 2 July 2011, The Script performed at Dublin's Aviva Stadium to a sold-out crowd of 50,000 people, marking their largest official audience at that time.
20 August 2010: Release of "For the First Time" in the UK
On 20 August 2010, The Script released their single "For the First Time" in the UK as the lead single from their album "Science & Faith". This marked the beginning of the album's promotional phase.
20 September 2019: Release of "The Last Time"
The Script released "The Last Time" as the lead single from their upcoming album on 20 September 2019, along with a music video.
2001: Formation of The Script
The Script, an Irish rock band, was formed in Dublin, Ireland, in 2001.
2005: Signing with Phonogenic
The Script, now a three-piece band with the addition of drummer Glen Power, signed a record deal with Phonogenic in 2005, a significant step in their journey towards releasing their music.
September 2007: First Performance of "We Cry"
The Script made their first televised performance of their debut single, "We Cry", on BalconyTV in Dublin in September 2007, marking an early milestone in their career.
March 2008: Songwriting for Leona Lewis
In March 2008, The Script announced their intention to write a song for Leona Lewis's second album, aiming to collaborate with another successful artist.
April 2008: Release of Debut Single "We Cry"
The Script released their debut single, "We Cry," in April 2008, receiving significant radio airplay and reaching number 15 on the UK Singles Chart, marking their first top 20 hit.
June 2008: Winning Best Band at DanishTV Music Video Awards
The Script won their first-ever award, Best Band, at the DanishTV Music Video Awards in June 2008, boosting their visibility and recognizing their talent.
August 2008: Debut Album "The Script" Released
The Script, an Irish rock band, released their debut album, also titled "The Script", in August 2008. The album topped the charts in both Ireland and the UK, marking a significant milestone in their career.
August 2008: "The Script" Tops UK Charts
The Script's debut album, released in August 2008, achieved immediate success, reaching the number one spot on the UK album charts, solidifying their presence in the music scene.
August 2008: "The Script" Tops Charts, Achieves Platinum Status
The Script's debut album, released in August 2008, achieved remarkable success, topping the charts in both the UK and Ireland, and eventually achieving multi-platinum status in Ireland for selling over 600,000 copies.
September 2008: Release of "The Man Who Can't Be Moved"
"The Man Who Can't Be Moved", The Script's second single, was released in September 2008, achieving significant chart success, reaching number 2 in Ireland, Denmark, and the UK.
November 2008: "Breakeven" Released in Ireland
November 2008 marked the release of "Breakeven", The Script's third single, in Ireland. The song quickly gained popularity and became another top ten hit for the band.
December 2008: "Breakeven" Released in the UK
Following its release in Ireland, The Script's single "Breakeven" was released in the UK in December 2008, further expanding their reach and popularity.
2008: Performance at Cheerios Childline Concert
The Script performed at the Cheerios Childline concert in Dublin in 2008, sharing the stage with Enrique Iglesias and Anastacia.
2008: Winning Best-Selling Irish Act at World Music Awards
In recognition of their commercial success, The Script received the award for Best-Selling Irish Act at the World Music Awards in 2008.
June 2009: Supporting Take That at Croke Park
The Script joined Take That as a supporting act for their concert at Croke Park in June 2009, showcasing their music to a larger audience.
July 2009: Supporting U2 and Paul McCartney
The Script continued to gain exposure in July 2009, supporting U2 at Croke Park in Dublin and opening for Paul McCartney at the inaugural concerts at Citi Field in New York.
July 2009: Release of "Before the Worst"
The Script released "Before the Worst", their fourth single from their debut album, in July 2009.
2009: "The Man Who Can't Be Moved" Featured in Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
A remixed version of The Script's hit song "The Man Who Can't Be Moved" was featured in the 2009 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, further increasing the song's popularity and introducing it to a wider audience.
2009: "Live Like We're Dying" Covered by Kris Allen
Kris Allen, the winner of American Idol 2009, recorded a version of The Script's song "Live Like We're Dying", showcasing the band's songwriting talent and the song's appeal.
2009: Performance at NRL Grand Final
The Script performed "Before the Worst" at the 2009 NRL Grand Final in Sydney, Australia, marking their first visit to the country and expanding their international exposure.
2009: Winning Best Band at DanishTV Music Video Awards
The Script's performance on BalconyTV was a pivotal moment, as it led to their recognition at the DanishTV Music Video Awards in 2009, where they won the award for Best Band.
February 2010: Winning Best Live Performance at Meteor Ireland Music Awards
The Script's energetic and engaging performances earned them the Best Live Performance award at the Meteor Ireland Music Awards in February 2010.
April 2010: "Breakeven" Certified Platinum in the US
The Script's single "Breakeven" achieved Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America in April 2010, signifying sales of over one million copies in the US, a significant accomplishment for the band.
October 2010: US Headline Tour Begins
The Script embarked on their first headline tour of the United States, commencing in San Diego in October 2010, further solidifying their presence in the American music market.
November 2010: US Headline Tour Concludes
After a successful run, The Script concluded their US headline tour in Boston, Massachusetts, in November 2010, having performed for audiences across the country.
2010: Release of "Science & Faith"
The Script released their second studio album, "Science & Faith", in 2010. The album achieved significant success, reaching number one in Ireland and the UK, number two in Australia, and number three in the United States.
2010: Missed Opportunity for Collaboration
Despite their intention to write for Leona Lewis, The Script's song was not included in her album due to timing and stylistic considerations.
2012: Release of "#3"
In 2012, The Script released their third studio album, "#3". The album continued their success, topping the charts in both Ireland and the UK.
2014: Release of "No Sound Without Silence"
The Script's fourth studio album, "No Sound Without Silence", was released in 2014. Like their previous albums, it achieved commercial success, reaching the top of the charts in Ireland and the UK.
July 2017: Revelation of band's hiatus
In July 2017, Danny O'Donoghue revealed that The Script had been on an unannounced hiatus since the end of their last tour. The hiatus was due to the band needing a break after extensive touring and recording, and O'Donoghue's need for throat surgery.
September 2017: Release of "Freedom Child"
September 2017 saw the release of The Script's fifth studio album, "Freedom Child". The album featured the single "Rain", which reached the UK Top 20.
September 2017: Start of Freedom Child Tour
The Script began their "Freedom Child Tour" in September 2017, supporting their album of the same name. The tour would continue until June 2018.
November 2019: "Sunsets & Full Moons" Released
The Script's sixth studio album, "Sunsets & Full Moons," was released in November 2019. The album featured the single "The Last Time".
December 2019: Performance at Jingle Bell Ball
In December 2019, The Script performed at the Jingle Bell Ball, sharing the stage with artists like Ava Max, Rita Ora, and Mabel.
August 2021: Release of "I Want It All" and Greatest Hits Announcement
In late August 2021, The Script began teasing a new song, "I Want It All," on their website and Twitter. This was followed by the song's release on 27 August 2021, alongside the announcement of their greatest hits album, "Tales from the Script: Greatest Hits."
October 2021: Greatest Hits Album
The Script released a compilation album of their greatest hits in October 2021, showcasing their successful career and popular tracks.
October 2021: Release Date for Greatest Hits Album
The Script announced that their greatest hits album "Tales from the Script: Greatest Hits" would be released on 1 October 2021, marking a significant career milestone for the band.
November 2021: Performance at Hits Live Liverpool
In November 2021, The Script performed at Hits Live in Liverpool, sharing the stage with artists like Mimi Webb and Ed Sheeran, among others.
February 2022: Release of Acoustic Version of "I Want It All"
On 10 February 2022, The Script released an acoustic version of "I Want It All," which served as the lead single for their third acoustic EP, "Acoustic Sessions 3."
March 2022: Start of Greatest Hits Tour
The Script's worldwide tour in support of their greatest hits album began in Los Angeles on 30 March 2022, showcasing their extensive music catalog.
March 2022: Release of "Superheroes" and Acoustic Sessions 3 EP
The Script released "Superheroes" as the second single from their "Acoustic Sessions 3" EP on 11 March 2022, with the full EP becoming available on 17 March 2022.
November 2022: Conclusion of Greatest Hits Tour
The band concluded their worldwide tour in support of their greatest hits album in Lisbon, Portugal on 18 November 2022, marking the end of an extensive series of performances.
2022: Tour and Mark Sheehan's Absence
Throughout 2022, The Script was on tour, but Mark Sheehan missed the U.S. leg due to family commitments, as later explained by Danny O'Donoghue.
April 2023: Death of Mark Sheehan
On 14 April 2023, Mark Sheehan, The Script's lead guitarist and backing vocalist, passed away at 46 after a brief illness, leaving a profound impact on the band and fans.
April 2023: Mark Sheehan's Passing
On April 14, 2023, Mark Sheehan, co-founder and guitarist of The Script, passed away at the age of 46 after a short illness.
2023: Mark Sheehan's Death
Mark Sheehan, guitarist and vocalist for The Script, passed away in 2023.
May 2024: Announcement and Release of "Both Ways"
On 8 May 2024, The Script announced their new single "Both Ways," the first since Mark Sheehan's death. The single was released on 17 May 2024, with Ben Sargeant and Ben Weaver joining the band.
July 2024: Release of "At Your Feet"
The Script released "At Your Feet" as the second single from their upcoming album on 19 July 2024.
August 2024: Release of Album "Satellites" and World Tour Announcement
On 16 August 2024, The Script released their seventh studio album, "Satellites," and announced a world tour, including appearances as an opener for Pink's Summer Carnival Tour.
21 August 2012: iTunes release of "Hall of Fame"
The Script released "Hall of Fame" on iTunes on 21 August 2012, further promoting their upcoming album "#3".
22 July 2014: Release of "Superheroes"
The Script released "Superheroes", the lead single from their fourth studio album "No Sound Without Silence", on 22 July 2014. This song marked the beginning of the album's promotional cycle.
23 July 2012: Radio debut of "Hall of Fame"
"Hall of Fame" debuted on the radio on 23 July 2012, featuring will.i.am. The song became one of The Script's most successful singles globally.
25 August 2017: Release of "Written in the Scars" as promotional single
"Written in the Scars" was released as the first promotional single from The Script's album "Freedom Child" on 25 August 2017.
30 August 2017: Release of "Love Not Lovers" as promotional single
The Script released "Love Not Lovers" as the second promotional single from their album "Freedom Child" on 30 August 2017.
5 January 2017: Sneak peek of "Divided States of America"
The Script teased their upcoming fifth album by releasing a sneak peek of the song "Divided States of America" on 5 January 2017.
5 October 2012: Performance at MLB Fan Cave
The Script performed a free concert at the MLB Fan Cave in New York City on 5 October 2012, kicking off the Major League Baseball Postseason.
8 June 2017: Sneak peek of "Written in the Scars"
On 8 June 2017, The Script released a sneak peek of "Written in the Scars" as part of their promotion for their upcoming fifth album.
8 November 2010: "For the First Time" US release on iTunes
On 8 November 2010, "For the First Time" was made available on iTunes in the United States, expanding its reach to the American audience.
9 October 2012: Release of #3 in the United States
On 9 October 2012, The Script released their album "#3" in the United States, following its UK release the previous month.