Leeds band Black Surf have an unusual backstory – forming two years ago through the wonders of FaceTime and dropbox, which also involved crossing countries (between Leeds, UK and Sydney, Australia). It may be an unconventional way of starting a band but we’re bloody glad that they did. Their debut single ‘Lights Out’ is a […]
Hearing a debut track from a new artist is the most revelatory of all. Just one song can spark a never-ending love affair with an artist, it’s the introductory hello, the first impression. A debut track can have an immeasurable pull on an artist’s career, and upon the first listen to Londoner Bryde’s atmosphere-building entrance, we were […]
Dublin-based songwriter Maria Kelly will take you on a journey. It may be an all too familiar tale of heartbreak, but it’s her gentle touch and remarkable ability to turn a personal story into one that’s universally identifiable, that is truly what sets her apart from being just another girl with a broken heart and […]
Cage The Elephant have (thankfully) made their return and graced us with the maturity that was always in deep down inside of them. The band’s fourth album Tell Me I’m Pretty comes two years after the huge success of Melophobia – nominated for a grammy in ‘Best Alternative Album’ – and slots in comfortably alongside all […]
Roo Panes recently revealed the second track to be lifted from his sophomore record, Paperweights. ‘The Original’ speaks of going back to your roots and stripping away the façade that we sometimes paint ourselves in. To ultimately, find some kind of solace within ourselves.
Civil Twilight are a band of brothers, they have a bond that is unbreakable, which in part, is what makes their music so incredibly transcendent. It defies constructions – soaring and billowing to vast, lofty heights.
When looking towards a new year, there are many things to be excited about. New possibilities, new opportunities and most of all, the new music that will come our way. The following artists and bands that make up this list, I truly believe will accomplish great things in the coming year. So be ready…
New York’s ASTR comprises of Zoe Anna on vocals and Adam Pallin on production duties, and they make sweet, noirish electro-R&B bangers. With the release of their highly anticipated debut EP ‘Homecoming’ earlier this year, they are ready to take the world’s dance floors by storm.
Having been likened to such bands as The 1975 and The Wombats, Pure Youth have leapt into this ever growing cyclone of indie-synth pop, with absolute ease.
I can’t find much about Tempesst online as they’re pretty new, but from I’ve read and heard they’re worth keeping an eye on. They’re kind of like a sun-dazed Fleet Foxes, with shades of Tame Impala in the vocals. Their debut track ’Tidal Wave’ made an impact, earning positive reviews from DIY and NME. Their […]
Over the past year, LA’s Lostboycrow has been continually churning out stunning R&B-led alt-pop, now he’s back with a new cut entitled ‘Love Won’t Sleep’, and it’s the latest jewel to his crown. Taken off his forthcoming debut EP ‘Sigh For Me’ out 11th January, it signifies a slight change of pace for the singer but this […]
So it’s that time of year again. As we wrap up another year, we start to look back at all the memories we’ve made, all the things we’ve done, all the things we still have yet to achieve. All the good, all the bad. But I think it’s safe to say, 2015 has been a […]
Stumbling upon London four-piece SHARK DENTIST is not advised if you’re distinctively afraid of noise. This band are openly wild and furiously content about it. Take latest single ‘Cut Myself Shaving’ for example, a riotous punk-fuelled three and a bit minutes of clattering sludge. It’s feral, it’s vicious and it’s totally intoxicating.
Aussie songstress Kita Alexander is winning hearts all around the globe right now, with her easy listening sound. It’s perfectly crafted pop that oozes sophistication. She’s recently released her debut EP titled ‘Like You Want To’ – from the wistful, breezy sweetness of the title track to the funky chilled disco prowess of ‘Wild Heart’, […]
Passionate, bold and heart-baringly honest. It’s these qualities that make the music of Liverpool native BANNERS a true and conquering force. After his previous successes with past singles ‘Shine A Light’ and ‘Ghosts’ earlier in the year, comes a brand new jewel to his crown – ‘Start A Riot’.
As far as first singles go, ‘Free Animal’ by American duo Foreign Air is right up there. With the EP due to be released in February of next year, the pair have set themselves a tough act to follow.
Airy yet melancholic synth arpeggios open this fantastic track from Brisbane alt-pop group Cub Sport, with the repeated painful title line “you’re my only friend…” ushering in the anthemic chorus. The overall off-kilter and slightly gloomy feeling of the song is an intentional device used to musically articulate the central themes in the lyrics. As […]
Life can get hard sometimes. There are days when we all just want to get away from the pressures that build up. We search for an escape route, some place that will make us feel comforted, to free our minds or to just simply relax. Music is my way of escapism. Music is a shared […]
From the first hit of snaps and claps to it’s slow building groove, ‘Five Minutes’ is pop at its best. Hook-filled, dynamic and alluring. This is HER – the French duo that have captured the world’s attention off the back of two stunning singles. These suavely dressed gentlemen are hot property.
Aussie six-piece Fairchild set about to make our lives that little bit more interesting with their sprawling synth-led rock. They set the ears ablaze, all the while the feet are groovin’.