Album Review: The Lumineers – Cleopatra
Cleopatra Released 8th April 2016 Words: Elena Katrina It’s been such a long wait since Denver’s The Lumineers stormed in and stole my heart (and that of many others) with their massive ear worm of a tune and actually only their debut single proper – Ho Hey. For some this would have been the time … Continue reading
Just Listen: Clay – Stay Calm!
Clay Words: Eliza Laben Yorkshire four piece band Clay intertwine guitar, drums and synth together with upbeat lyrics for their latest indie-pop track Stay Calm! They deliver an infectious pop anthem with funky melodies and fetching vocals that aim to please. And that it does. It exudes summer through every note and is an all … Continue reading
Video Exclusive: Matthew And The Atlas – Old Master (Lightship Session)
Matthew And The Atlas In the excitement leading up to the release of Matthew And The Atlas’ latest studio album, Temple, Matthew Hegarty and band set aside time to record a special version of album track Old Master for the Lightship Sessions. Old Master is another perfect example of Matthew’s quality of song writing, his … Continue reading
Preview: Communion New Faces Tour 2016
Communion New Faces Tour 2016 One of our favourite labels and promoters, Communion, is very proud to present their latest run of shows in the shape of their New Faces tour, which is back for the first one of 2016. Like Communion’s long running iconic monthly new music night in West London, the multi artist bill … Continue reading
Just Listen: Of Empires – Baby Darlin’ Sugar
Of Empires Words: Eliza Laben Moody, soulful, rock and roll is the focus of this rock track. Brighton based rock band Of Empires present us with a catchy, clap-along drum beat supported by punchy, aggressive vocals, yet still with sing-along quality. All of this wrapped up in the one track – Baby Darlin’ Sugar. Find … Continue reading
Festival Review: Flying Vinyl – London
Flying Vinyl Hackney Shapes, 9th April 2016 Words: Lauren Grigor Flying Vinyl sure know how to put on a good show. The vinyl subscription service has had healthy growth in the last year, proving that vinyl is still alive and really doing more than just well. It was great to see the amount of people … Continue reading
Just Listen: Aquilo – Silhouette
Aquilo Words: Eliza Laben This dreamy electronic pop song comes in the form of Silhouette from Lancashire alternative pop duo Aquilo. Captivating, expressive vocals and subtle, melodic piano develops quickly into roaring percussion which forms this easy-listening, contemporary track. Find Aquilo on Facebook Listen to Silhouette here:
Album Review: She Drew The Gun – Memories Of The Future
Memories Of The Future Released 22nd April 2016 Words: Nick Jacques She Drew The Gun emerges in the form of Merseyside girl Louisa Roach and band. Louisa has been honing her craft for several years as a singer/songwriter has now come full circle with a band and released an exceptional debut album Memories Of The … Continue reading
Just Watch: Amber Run – Haze
Amber Run After a period of relative quietness, in terms of new releases, Amber Run have returned with something which takes a total departure from their usual sound. Haze still compounds their stunning vocals to create a feeling which is so deep that I’m not sure if it’s the words, the sentiment or the emotion … Continue reading
Live Review: John Joseph Brill – Liverpool
John Joseph Brill Scandinavian Church, Liverpool, 8th April 2016 Words: Gary Lambert It was Ladies Day in Liverpool, which, if you have ever read the Daily Mail is the day which proves northerners are oiks, but if you have ever been to Liverpool on that day it proves to be one of the most exciting, … Continue reading
Interview: Eliza Shaddad
Eliza Shaddad Words: Elena Katrina Photos: Sam Rowlands The last time I saw Eliza Shaddad was in the Summer of 2015, on stage in Liverpool’s Arts Club for I Love Live Event’s X&Y festival where she was simply spell-bounding. Since then there’s been some Twitter chatter between us and several fantastic new releases all leading … Continue reading
Just Listen: Royal Blood – Where Are You Now
Royal Blood Royal Blood have a new track and it might not be quite what you expect. At least not from the get go. Eventually it does build to something more akin to the ballsy angsty dirty beast we all fell for – there’s certainly no denying it’s their sound. It’s placement on TV show … Continue reading
Just Listen: The Insomniac Project – Vacillation
The Insomniac Project Words: Gary Feeney It seems that there’s another good new band appearing in Glasgow at every turn these days, with latest on the impressive conveyor belt being electro 6-piece The Insomniac Project. I only caught the tail-end of their support set with Crash Club last week, but that brief glimpse was enough … Continue reading
Festival Preview: Threshold 2016 – Weekend
Threshold Six 1st-3rd April 2016 Tickets for Threshold Six are on sale Online now £20 for a full weekend until 3pm Friday 1st then from the on site Box Office Keep updated: Website // Facebook // Twitter Threshold Festival, now in it’s 6th glorious year, is a collaborative approach to a festival – with many … Continue reading
Just Listen: Cavalry – Everything
Cavalry No sooner has the ink dried on a record contract with independent label Fierce Panda do Cavalry share their new single Everything. It’s a steady track with waves of sound that ripple throughout, there’s a sprinkling of shimmering guitar that catches the light and the whole thing is grounded with sultry steady vocals. The … Continue reading
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