Irish indie pop trio, No Monster Club, just recently released their latest LP, Foie Gras and just in time for Christmas might I add. I know a little late on posting about this, but why not treat yourself now, it’s perfect if your feeling the post-Christmas blues, you’ll be dancing around your house aimlessly in no […]
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HYPE OF THE DAY: Louis Spoils
Louis Spoils is the latest musical venture from Melbourne based musician, Jake Rush. Having already supported Aussie mega band The Basics this year and releasing his self-titled début EP, he is now ready to take 2014 by storm. Already set to join Canada’s Half Moon Run as support on their nationwide tour of Australia in January, the new year is […]
The Fratelli’s are feeling festive with free download series
After taking a five year hiatus, The Fratelli’s are back and better than ever, they just released their third studio album, We Need Medicine, and have just come off a very successful world tour. Now The Fratelli’s want to celebrate their year with their fans by giving something back to them this Christmas, by the […]
SONG OF THE WEEK: Major Leagues – ‘Endless Drain’
Brisbane’s newest IT band, Major Leagues, are causing quite a stir in their homeland of Australia right now. With the recent release of their début EP, Weird Season, and a hotly tipped nationwide headline tour of their native Australia just announced, they are going to start 2014 off with a bang.
Song Preview: Duke and the Darlings – ‘Svengali Says’
Manchester’s indie darlings, Duke and the Darlings are set to release their new track, Svengali Says, this Friday 20th December via Sweet Sweet Records. Nicely timed, just in time for Christmas, so you can’t say they are not good to us, and what a great pre-Christmas gift it is. The song sits perfectly with their […]
INTRODUCING: One’s to Watch in 2014
When it comes to this time of year, one thing you can all expect is an influx of ones to watch lists for the New Year, so here’s mine. On this list there are some names that you are all probably familiar with already and some that you may not be familiar with yet, all are sure […]
In Conversation with…PEACE
Peace have firmly cemented themselves as one of Britain’s best musical exports, with a plethora of great singles behind them and a solid début album, they have been taking the world by storm. Their non-stop touring schedule has taken them all over the world: to Europe, the USA, Australia and to more exotic places like Bangkok, and this only sparks the beginning for […]
SONG OF THE WEEK: Johanna Glaza – ‘Shall I Be A Saint’
London based singer/songwriter Johanna Glaza describes her music as baroque folk. Her music is beyond words, it’s an immersive experience, she has a voice that can only be compared to that of Kate Bush, that exudes kaleidoscopic depth, there are many layers to this artist which we are introduced to on her début EP.
EP REVIEW: STRANGERS – ‘Close’
If you haven’t heard about London’s synth pop trio, Strangers, then where have you been? They have been storming the web and radio airwaves all year with their epically dark, anthemic synth pop.
Bitter Sweet Symphonies’ Top 10 Album’s of 2013
Firstly, I can’t stress enough how great 2013 has been for music in general, we’re really lucky to be surrounded by all this great talent, so as it’s approaching the end of 2013, it’s only right to make a list of my favourite/best albums of the year. It’s been hard because there’s been so much […]
Bitter Sweet Symphonies’ Pick of 2013’s Best EP’s
Firstly, it has to be said how great 2013 has been for music in general. Especially for new music, there has been a surge in great new bands and musicians this year, and we’ve all indulged in the pleasures of their music. EP’s are a great way to be introduced to a new artist, they are a […]
In Conversation with…THE SEA
Rock n roll duo, The Sea, consisting of brothers, Peter and Alex Chisholm are riding high right now. With the release of their highly successful, High On EP, earlier this year and arguably one of the best songs on that EP, to be released as a single early next year on 7″ vinyl, Get Up […]
INTRODUCING…Slow Riot
Limerick three piece, Slow Riot offer up a post-punk slice of heaven with their début single, Cooper’s Dream. The band consists of Niall Clancy (bass, vocals), Aaron Duff (guitars) and Barry O’Halloran (drums) and to say they only formed this summer, they are pretty damn good.
SONG OF THE WEEK: Leon Else – ‘Protocol’
24 year old singer/songwriter Leon Else, is something else (pardon the pun, not intended), he is sure to be one of the big breakouts of 2014. With the release of the music video for his début single, Protocol, just last month, Leon is set to be turning a lot of heads. He has already caught the attention […]
In Conversation with…SISTERS
Self-professed dream grunge three piece Sisters are killing it right now, with their live shows and their début single, Hush Hush, which is out tomorrow (02/12/13), the song was previously named as the ‘Song of the Week’ on Bitter Sweet Symphonies. They are seriously one of my favourite bands to come out of 2013 and 2014 is set to […]
HYPE OF THE DAY: I Set The Sea On Fire
Sheffield indie folk funk five piece, I Set The Sea On Fire, just recently released their début single, Monsters, and let me tell you now it’s marvellous. One of the best début’s I’ve heard in a long while. They are surely set for greatness this lot and I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds.
HYPE OF THE DAY: Viola Beach
Warrington based indie pop band, Viola Beach are pretty awesome. For fans of Swim Deep, JAWS and Cave Painting, then Viola Beach are right up your street. Their début EP is available to stream on soundcloud here, so check that out for sure.
SONG OF THE WEEK: Eden Mulholland – ‘Mekong Delta’
New Zealand native, Eden Mulholland, now based in Melbourne, Australia, is a real musical genius, who’s known for bending the rules and defying genres. His multifaceted experiemental indie pop is just as refreshing as the clear blue pools that envisage his surroundings.
SONG OF THE WEEK: Sisters – ‘Hush Hush’
Irish trio, Sisters, are soaring to new heights with each new release, Hush Hush marks the next step for the band. It being their first major release with the indie record label, Just Off Pop. They are making it look so easy to nail the perfect song, scratch that anthem, easily cementing them as ones to watch in […]
In Conversation with…STORMS
London based four piece, Storms are killing it right now with their grungy, guitar driven indie pop. It’s anthemic and addictive, and you’ll fall in love with I Had A Vision Last Night immediately. If you haven’t heard their début EP yet, Visions, then where have you been? I’ll forgive you but make sure you do have a […]



















