Manchester’s finest indie electro purveyors are back with new single, Start Again, taken off their forthcoming sophomore record. It’s dark, mechanical soundscape reigns proud against infectious lyricism and pounding, energetic dance beats.
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In Conversation with…KING CHARLES
London’s most elegant singer/songwriter, King Charles, is a sight for sore eyes. After being away from the live circuit for the best part of a year now, only venturing out for the occasional gig or festival, it makes it even sweeter to see him currently supporting the mighty Panic! at the Disco here in the […]
HYPE OF THE DAY: 10 Tracks You Need To Hear
Listen to ten of our favourite new tracks from the likes of Joel Baker, Night Engine, Ex Hex, Coasts and Fyfe.
In Conversation with…MATTHEW AND ME
Alt-folk-pop quintet, Matthew and Me, are just the breath of fresh air we all need in our lives in a world saturated by the mainstream. It’s always nice to come across a band that reinvigorate your belief in music, and Matthew and Me do exactly that. Their music ranges from wonderfully warm indie folk musings, […]
SONG OF THE WEEK: MT – ‘Dear One’
London four piece, MT (or Many Things if you prefer) are tearing up the blogosphere with their catchy new single, Dear One. Simply put it’s a slice of pop perfection, just what you need after a long hard day. It’s vibrant and infectious pop hooks grab you instantly and won’t let up until it’s burrowed […]
FUTURE HYPE: Quentin’s Basement – ‘Parka’
Quentin’s Basement, if you aren’t already familiar with them, are a four piece from Leeds, their origin is the all too familiar “We met at school, we were good mates and we decided to start a band” scenario but don’t let their back story fool you, all the best things in life come from the […]
ALBUM REVIEW: TOWNS – ‘Get By’
The day is finally getting closer to the release date of Bristol’s finest, Britpop, psych, shoegazing newcomers, TOWNS début record. Get By see’s the foursome create a spaced out suburban escapism that combines the experimental guitar sounds and DIY aesthetics of psych and shoegaze with the melodies of 60s and 90s guitar pop.
WATCH: Tim Paris – ‘Rain’ (feat. Coco Solid)
French born musical extraordinaire, Tim Paris, released his latest track, Rain, earlier this month, capitalising on his signature metallic new wave disco noir, simply put Rain is a musical wonder. The track features guest vocals from Kiwi musician, writer and artist, Jessica Lee Hansell, acclaimed on her home-turf and abroad, her sultry, rapturous vocals are the perfect fit […]
WATCH: Hudson Taylor – ‘Battles’
Irish sibling duo, Hudson Taylor, dropped the music video for their new single, Battles, earlier today. After announcing last week that they have received a coveted spot at this year’s Reading and Leeds festival, Hudson Taylor are soaring to greater heights with each passing day and Battles is a great example of exactly why.
WATCH: Twin Hidden – ‘Rather Be’ (Clean Bandit cover)
Twin Hidden’s quirky and adorable persona shines in this video of their brilliant retake on Clean Bandit’s number one hit, Rather Be. Twin Hidden steal the show with their lovable indie pop rendition of this sweet, love song.
HYPE OF THE DAY: 6 Tracks We’re Obsessed With Right Now
Listen to the six amazing tracks we’ve rounded from this talented bunch of new artists, including music from Shura, Allie X, D.A. Wallach and more. Sit back, press play and enjoy.
SONG OF THE WEEK: Roo Panes – ‘Tiger Striped Sky’
Folk virtuoso, Roo Panes is back with a new single, Tiger Striped Sky, taken from his forthcoming début record, which is to be released in the autumn. The single, out June 9th via CRC Music, is another stirring tale from this innate storyteller, that sparks an inner excitement for adventure and curiosity, a wistful, heartfelt track […]
HYPE OF THE DAY: RAT BOY
Even though the music Rat Boy (aka. Jordan Cardy) produces is far from what I’d usually listen to, let alone feature. I felt compelled by Jordan’s indie hip hop stylings, enough for it to strike something in me. Basically, his music deserves to be shared around and heard on a large scale. His first major […]
In Conversation with…CAVALRY
Liverpool based quintet, Cavalry, are making waves with their wonderfully ambient and melodic alt-folk songs, with only two tracks online to their name as it stands. They have managed to not only attract the attention of BBC Introducing but they have since been played by Huw Stephens on his Radio 1 show and Tom Robinson’s BBC 6 […]
HYPE OF THE DAY: 10 Tracks You Need To Hear
Listen to ten of our favourite new tracks from the likes of Joel Baker, Etches, Trampolene, Flyte and As Elephants Are. Wolf Gang – Black River Indie poppers Wolf Gang are back with a new single, Black River, taken off the titular EP out 29th April. The track is a shining example of the uplifting […]
In Conversation with…BAT AND BALL
London quintet, Bat and Ball have been making quite a name for themselves after releasing their début EP late last year, with a sound that is laden with delectable stop and start beats, lustrous guitars, plush bass lines and velvety vocals. Bat and Ball are playing The Shacklewell Arms on 28th April to celebrate the […]
EP REVIEW: The Reveurs – ‘The Reveurs’
The Reveurs shot on to the scene late 2013, and instantly gained attention and love from Manchester’s music scene and local bloggers, since then they have been gigging non-stop and have released two tracks via Manchester’s Scruff of the Neck Records, gaining them a loyal fanbase and they are now being hotly tipped as ones […]
HYPE OF THE DAY: TOWNS
Bristol based psych guitar band, TOWNS, have just dropped the first taster from their forthcoming début record, Get By, earlier today. The track is called Marbles and it’s three and a half minutes of unashamedly 90s inspired guitar pop, grunge bliss.
In Conversation with…HUCKLEBERRY HASTINGS
Sydney based singer/songwriter, Huckleberry Hastings is a true marvel. His gut-wrenching blues folk songs stand proud in their potent glory, containing all the anger, passion, love and frustration that encompasses life. His songs may be sweet but they also cut deep and speak to your very soul, often sometimes painful to the thought but nevertheless emotionally driven and heartfelt. […]
EP Review: Ny Oh – ‘Ny Oh’
Kiwi singer/songwriter, Ny Oh (aka. Naomi Ludlow), just recently released her début self-titled EP, Ny Oh. She is gaining lots of adoring fans, as she steadily gains momentum on the London circuit. She is set to start the Oceania leg of her tour, touring across Australia and New Zealand, later this month before she heads […]