Live Review: Hozier – Manchester
Hozier The Ritz, Manchester, November 12th 2014 By his own admission the last time Hozier played in Manchester it was only “to a handful of people”. This time he was playing to a sold out show with a crowd baying for his every word. This wasn’t my first time watching Hozier play live, but it … Continue reading
Live Review: Jagaara – London
Jagaara Old Blue Last, London, 12th November Words: Stuart Evans Jagaara consists of North London sisters Jane (Vocals/Guitar), Cat (Keys/Synth) and Ruth (Guitar) and ably assisted by two gentlemen on drums and bass adding strong rhythms to the trio’s power pop. I hate the term ‘buzz’ but heck I’m going to use it, there does … Continue reading
Just Listen: Zibra – Heartache
Zibra Listen to Heartache here: Zibra’s forthcoming debut single Heatache smashes together elements of Disco, Punk and Industrial Electronica with a real full on pop chorus. One listen of this is never going to be enough.
Just Listen: Corbu – Promise Me
Corbu Listen to Promise Me here: Corbu’s forthcoming single Promise Me is as arresting as it is comforting. Beautifully gentle vocals whisper wile a soft crackle and an unfussy electronica creep closer into your subconscious. Promise Me is released on November 24th through 3Beat. Find Corbu on Facebook.
Just Watch: She Keeps Bees – Owl
She Keeps Bees Watch the video for She Keeps Bees here: The beautiful video for Owl by She Keeps Bees has recently been shared ahead of their current UK tour which started on the 12th of November. LIVE 15-Nov UK London The Lexington 16-Nov UK Leeds The Wardrobe 17-Nov UK Sheffield The Harley 18-Nov UK … Continue reading
Just Listen: Lusts – Sometimes
Lusts Listen to Sometimes here: Wearing their influences clearly on their guitar straps and mic stands is Leicester’s Lusts. Their track Sometimes has recently been featured in the NME’s On Repeat section. A great start for a band that doesn’t even have a bio yet.
Just Watch: Elderbrook – Could
Elderbrook Watch the video for Could here: Elderbrook has recently showcased his fabulous video for current single, Could, taken from his forthcoming EP due for release on Novermber 24th. The video was directed by New York artist Lauren Gregory. Find Elderbrook on Facebook.
Just Listen: The Bad Years – Common Mistake
The Bad Years Listen to Common Mistakes here: LA’s The Bad Years have recently released their single Common Mistake – a track that is laid back with a real pop sensibility. The single was recorded both at the band’s home studio and in Hollywood’s Swing House studios, with mastering from Brian Lucey (Chet Faker, Arctic … Continue reading
EP Review: Cristobal And The Sea – Peach Bells
Peach Bells Released on 8th December 2014 Cristobal And The Sea have totally wrecked my head with their debut EP. Peach Bells is a melting pot of sounds which very much ers on the side of World Music ( if you’re looking for a genre) than it does anything else. Not exactly my realm of … Continue reading
Just Listen: Silver Arm – Scatterbrainzz
Silver Arm Listen to Scatterbrainzz here: Silver Arm release this huge slab of crazy scuzzy insanely catchy punk rock on November 17th through Big Tea Records. With the single due to have it’s debut radio play on Amazing Radio later today and a video to follow I’m sure this band will be causing havoc all … Continue reading
Just Listen: Bwani – Make My Day
Bwani Listen to Make My Day Here: Scottish newcomers Bwani release Make My Day – an anthemic beast of a track that pushes and pulsates its way into your head. The single is released on December 1st. You can catch the band play live in London TONIGHT (12th Nov 2014) at The Stillery in Camden, … Continue reading
Just Listen: Aquilo – Human
Aquilo Listen to Human here: Aquilo release their forthcoming EP Human on December 8th. The title track above an example of the stunning mix of hauntingly soaring vocals mixed with delicate yet industrial feeling electronica that this duo create. Find Aquilo on Facebook.
Just Listen: Tigercub – Centerfold
Tigercub Listen to Centrerfold here: Tigercub’s single Centerfold brings together all of the necessary ingredients to pull off this hefty grunge rock tune while keeping things accessible with a splash of pop sensibility. The track is released this December. LIVE 30th Nov – Single launch show at Westhill Hall, Brighton 31st Nov – Single launch show … Continue reading
Album Review: Hookworms – The Hum
The Hum Released 10th November 2014 Words: Jimmy Gallagher Forget the concept of the difficult second album cliche. Hookworms have picked up exactly where they left off with last years Pearl Mystic. The Hum, like its predecessor is a masterpiece. I don’t know the process by which fellow writers review an album, it is probably … Continue reading
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