LIVE REVIEW: Spring King – Newcastle
Spring King Newcastle, 20th September 2018 Words: Samantha Sadler It’s so amazing to watch a band grow from support act to show headliners and I feel like I’ve pretty much been on this journey with Spring King. I first caught the guys supporting Spector back in 2015, and it is pretty awesome that I’m now … Continue reading
JUST LISTEN: Estrons – Body
Estrons – Body Words: Nicholas Jacques Recent exposure on Annie Mac’s Radio 1 live show and support slots with the notorious Pussy Riot and the fab Garbage have seen Estrons’ profile considerably grow in stature. That is supported with is a final taster before they finally unleash their eagerly anticipated debut album ‘You say I’m … Continue reading
Just Watch: The Wild Things – You’re Really Something
The Wild Things – You’re Really Something Words: Nick Bewes The new video from London based four-piece, The Wild Things ‘You’re Really Something‘, is the title track and first single from their upcoming debut album which is released 23rd November. The video is set in the 1970s, and it tells the story of a girl … Continue reading
Just Listen: Jack Vallier – Anyway
Jack Vallier – Anyway Words: Nick Bewes Jack Vallier is a new name to me, but is certainly a name I will keep an eye for in the future on the strength of his new single, Anyway. It’s the sort of song that if it was sung by a former member of One Direction, would … Continue reading
JUST LISTEN: Egyptians – Hollywood
Egyptians – Hollywood Words: Samantha Sadler I’ve been hanging onto this track from Egyptians for a while before today’s release date and I have to admit, I’ve been listening to it A LOT. Although Egyptians are the new kids on the London indie music scene, you would be mistaken for thinking they’d been around for … Continue reading
JUST LISTEN: Soccer Mommy – I’m On Fire
Soccer Mommy – I’m On Fire Words: Rob Connor Let me start this by stating outright, I have a holy triumvirate of artists that I deem untouchable. One is the Rolling Stones, one is Ryan Adams and the third is The Boss himself, Bruce Springsteen. So it is with some trepidation I approach 21-year-old singer- … Continue reading
JUST LISTEN: FEVA – Uneasy
FEVA – Uneasy Words: Samantha Sadler It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of North East four-piece FEVA and I’m buzzing that their latest track ‘Uneasy’ is an absolute banger. Opening with psychedelic swirling loops reminiscent to The Horrors and The Oh Sees, it’s not long before explosive drumming and crashing cymbals enter the … Continue reading
Live Review: Hippo Campus – London
Hippo Campus London, 23rd August 2018 Words & Photos: Luke Pettican As soon as you walked into Omeara’s delightfully styled main room, you could sense the raging excitement in the air. Before even the support band had started the place was crammed with eager fans, connected by an undeniable sense of feverish anticipation. Before Hippo … Continue reading
Just Listen: Saytr Play – Fragile
Saytr Play – Fragile Words: Elena Katrina It’s easy to see, well, hear, why Saytr Play are pulling in the numbers where fans are concerned when you listen to new single Fragile. Full of quirky musical and vocal moments and a chorus that demands to be sang. This reminds me of a time I really … Continue reading
Just Listen: SPINN – Shallow
SPINN – Shallow Words: Luke Pettican Hooking you in instantly with an intriguing, suspenseful introduction, ‘Shallow’ proves to be one of the finest tracks that Liverpool four-piece SPINN has released thus far. This is an impressive achievement given the addictive, emotional energy of their breakout track ‘Notice Me’ and exuberant intensity of their track ‘Who … Continue reading
Live Review: The Mono LPs – Liverpool
The Mono LPs – Liverpool Words: Cat Lewis Photo: Neil Maher Liverpool favourite’s The Mono LPs graced the Zanzibar with their single launch for their new single “Hell (Save my Soul)”. With tickets sold out, and people queuing at the door, this was going to be a night to remember. Support acts came from Brass Antelope, Redefine and … Continue reading
Just Listen: Pretty Vicious – Move
Pretty Vicious – Move Words: Gary Lambert Raw, angry, buzzsaw guitars are the catalyst to make Pretty Vicious move through this snapshot of punk rock. Move is so magnificently basic without sounding like it was recorded in a shed. I guarantee that this will get your pulse racing and maybe your teeth bared like a … Continue reading
Just Listen: The Americas – American Morning
American Morning – The Americas Words: Cat Lewis I was delighted to receive the 2nd single ‘American Morning’ from The Americas in my inbox. I have been eagerly awaiting this since their first single from their new EP “Guitar Music is Dead” was released last month. Once again the guys have smashed it and given … Continue reading
Just Listen: Black Honey – Midnight
Black Honey – Midnight Words: Gary Lambert After three years of listening to and watching Black Honey, it’s easy to say that they are constantly improving with release after release without dropping a confusing dud. But I was not prepared for the step into the unknown which was to come with Midnight. We still have … Continue reading
Just Listen: The RPMs – Gotta Let Go
The RPMs – Gotta Let Go Words: Nick Jacques Hailing from Brighton, these upstarts serve up infectious pop-rock theatrics in spades. As The RPMs unveil their latest offering, Gotta Let Go, they have also managed to reel in more than 5 thousand followers on facebook along the way which is a pretty neat achievement. On … Continue reading
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