Just Watch: October Drift – Losing My Touch
October Drift – Losing My Touch Words: Amy Butcher Upon learning October Drift had brought out new single Losing My Touch, I desperately grabbed my headphones to take a listen. After listening god knows how many times, I came to the conclusion this was their best single yet. Instantly enveloped in gut wrenching guitar riffs, … Continue reading
Just Listen: Half Moon Run – Then Again
Half Moon Run – Then Again Words: Clare Hingley Half Moon Run are certainly back with a bang after sharing their latest single Then Again after being away from the music release scene since 2015. This four-piece from Canada’s Montreal have mixed it up with a string quartet which really sets of the single. Feels … Continue reading
Just Listen: Joe Ramsey – Won’t You
Joe Ramsey – Won’t You Words: Lauren Mellor On the lookout for something along the lines of The Kooks? Then look no further than Joe Ramsey. His second single Won’t You is a toe-tapping acoustic indie delight. It’s a song all about falling too fast for the wrong person, which is just about as relatable … Continue reading
Just Listen: Talkboy – All Works Out
Talkboy – All Works Out Words: Amy Butcher Guitar riffs similar to the likes of Stereophonics, sweet harmonious vocals, and addictive melodies, Talkboy are back with an absolute banger in their new single All Works Out. As someone quite new to this band, it’s safe to say they’ve got me hooked. It’s so refreshing when … Continue reading
Live Review: Headclouds, Newcastle
Headclouds 10th August 2019, Bobiks, Newcastle I love Saturday night gigs. They are the perfect time to grab a pint and let go of all the worries from the week before and it’s still far away enough to not feel those dreaded Monday blues. Despite opting for a diet coke, a rarity for me, I … Continue reading
Just Listen: Little Triggers – Loaded Gun
Little Triggers – Loaded Gun Words: Clare Hingley With the help of James, Sam and Chris, Tom’s voice is so distinctive, they bring together a song that from the off screams ‘James Bond theme tune’. This four-piece from Liverpool have previously been described as a ‘rock ‘n’ roll band, yet Loaded Gun has a punch … Continue reading
Just Listen: Pizzagirl – ball’s gonna keep on rollin’
Pizzagirl – ball’s gonna keep on rollin’ Words: Sammy Sadler Stop what you’re doing! Pizzagirl has a shiny new track and oh my days it’s an 80’s disco dream. I’ve been following Liverpool’s Pizzagirl for what feels like ages now since I fell in love with his artistic soundscapes and DIY-pop so you best believe … Continue reading
Just Listen: The Brookes – Spaceship Rodeo
The Brookes – Spaceship Rodeo Words: Sammy Sadler You know when you hear a song for the first time and you instantly fall in love with it? It’s a cracking feeling isn’t it? Well, that’s exactly what happened when I first heard the new one from The Brookes so get ready for just under four … Continue reading
Just Listen: The Howl and The Hum – Human Contact
The Howl and The Hum – Human Contact Words: Sammy Sadler I’ve made no secret of my love for The Howl and The Hum so naturally the news of their latest single has had me squealing with excitement like the little fangirl I am. Opening on a futuristic dull drone, Human Contact evolves into something a … Continue reading
Just Listen: Flyte – White Roses
Flyte – White Roses Words: Clare Hingley White Roses is the first single of the year for Flyte and it possesses an extraordinary chilled melody from start to finish. With its poetic lyrics and romantic feels, you somehow find yourself swaying along without even realising. But deceptive of how this romantic scenario may be, you’re … Continue reading
Just Listen: Tundra – You’re Welcome
TUNDRA – You’re Welcome Words: Amy Butcher As someone new to the band Tundra, it’s safe to say I was transfixed from the first moment listening to latest single You’re Welcome. Opening with punchy guitar riffs and tight drum patterns, poignant vocals merge with the sounds to create the perfect grunge rock track. With a … Continue reading
Just Listen: The Clause – In My Element
The Clause – In My Element Words: Chloe Hyde Rising Birmingham Rock quartet The Clause prove they are completely, in fact, it in their element with their new single. In My Element boldly showcases the band’s passion for strong riffs and a tune which you can’t help but hum along to for endless days after … Continue reading
JUST LISTEN: HEAVY HEART – CRY ICE
Heavy Heart – Cry Ice Words: Amy Butcher I first fell in love with Heavy Heart when I saw them open for Milk Disco some months back at London’s The Shacklewell Arms and they’ve continued to blow me away with their addictive rock sounds since. When the opening to Cry Ice began I was pleasantly … Continue reading
Just Listen: Sam Fender – Will We Talk?
Sam Fender – Will We Talk? Words: Amy Butcher It is no secret that we are one of the biggest fans, if not the biggest fan, of Sam Fender so when we heard a new single was being released we just had to listen straightaway. Taken from his debut album, Will We Talk? is another … Continue reading
Popped Round Up July 2019
The Round Up July 2019 Words: Daniel Burton Editor’s Pick Antidote – Life At The Arcade After each of LATA’s releases I almost selfishly wish that it’s their last because I, somewhat foolishly, think that the next cannot get any better, but time and time again they pull it off and produce some absolutely top-class … Continue reading
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