Album Review: Hozier – Hozier

Hozier Released October 6th 2014 From the outset Hozier sets the tone for his debut album; it’s somewhat bleak and morbid, to put it bluntly. Though despite this there is still something uplifting to be found in listening to his divinely effortless vocal and the intricate guitar that both sings and sobs. Take Me To … Continue reading

Just Watch: Natalie McCool- Dig it out.

Natalie McCool Watch the video for Dig It Out here: Dig It Out is out now. Find Natalie McCool on Facebook.

Introducing: Blossoms

Blossoms Hailing from Stockport, Greater Manchester, Blossoms have been a busy bunch of lads. Having already signed to The Coral’s James Skelly’s record label Skeleton Key Records. He likes them so much he produced their debut single Blow at legendary Parr Street Studios in Liverpool earlier this year. This month they’ve taken part in BBC … Continue reading

Single Review: Jackil – Istanbul

Istanbul Reelased 29th September 2014 Jackil’s single Istanbul brings an unashamedly 1980s vibe that I am just in love with. There is everything you could possibly want in an electronic pop song in this track; vocals that catch your attention – especially with that amazing high range, giving it a very MJ feel. The bass … Continue reading

Just Watch: Palace – Bitter

Palace Watch the video for Bitter here: Bitter is taken from Palace’s debut EP Lost In The Night, released on Beatnik Creative. Due for release on October 20th. LIVE OCTOBER 15th – London, St. Pancras Old Church – SOLD OUT 19th – London, St. Pancras Old Church – SOLD OUT 23rd – Sheffield, Rocking Chair … Continue reading

Just Watch: David J Roch – Love Remains

David J Roch (featuring Rachel Sermanni) Watch the video for Love Remains here: David J Roch has released the video for his new track Love Remains. The track is taken from his forthcoming second album, A Cynic, A Realist, An Undertaker. He says of the video: “As you may know my music has been used … Continue reading

Live Review: Darlia – Liverpool

Darlia Arts Club, Liverpool 23rd October. That pesky song that invaded my brain throughout Leeds festival drove me to ensure I came to see Darlia when they hit town. That and the sneak peek  had of them when they played the same venue for Liverpool Sound City in May. This was an odd gig though. … Continue reading

Just Watch: Etches – Ice Cream Dream Machine

Etches Watch the video for Ice Cream Dream Machine here: Ice Cream Dream Machine is released on October 13th through CLUB.THE.MAMMOTH. LIVE October 1st – St Pancras Old Church, London 2nd – Arts Club, Liverpool  

Album Review: Glass Caves – Alive

Alive Released 27th October 2014 Words: Sean Regan UK Rock band Glass Caves release their debut album Alive on Rough Trade and show us it’s not all grim up North in the town of Pontefract. Four years going from busking the streets to touring the clubs around the country have given the band time to … Continue reading

EP Review: Amber Run – Pilot

Pilot Released September 21st 2014 I have made no secret of my love for Amber Run. Since the days of their Noah EP, when they weren’t even running, I have followed their career with interest. I have enjoyed their shows and their company. Now I find myself faced with another EP review and this time … Continue reading

Live Review: The 1975, Manchester

The 1975 Manchester o2 Apollo, 22nd September 2014 One of the best things about doing what I do is getting to watch bands that I’ve supported and followed from little acorns grow into their  big trees. The 1975 are one of those bands. They seem to be a bit of a Marmite band for many … Continue reading

Just Listen: The Charlatans – Talking In Tones

The Charlatans Listen to Talking In Tones here:   The Charlatans have announced details of their much anticipated new single, Talk In Tones. It is released on The Quietus Photographic Corporation as a limited edition 7″. It is the first track to be shared and released from the bands as yet un-titled 12th album. The … Continue reading

Just Watch: Alex Moir – Holding On To You

Alex Moir Watch the video for Holding On To You here: Find Alex on Facebook.

Festival Update: Oxjam Liverpool – Lucy Rose Announced

Oxjam Liverpool Takeover This year’s Oxjam Festival begins in October with cities and towns across the UK bringing together music and music lovers all in the air of raising money for Oxfam so they can help both at home and abroad – with some of their biggest projects currently including Gaza and Syria. This year … Continue reading

Just Listen: Band of Skulls – Himalayan

Band of Skulls Listen to Himalayan here: Band Of Skulls release their next single on November 9th. The single is the title track from the bands current album Himalayan. The band will also feature on next week’s Later with Jools Holland show which is back for a new series. You can catch Band of Skulls … Continue reading

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