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
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 Watch: Swim Deep – To Feel Good
Swim Deep – To Feel Good Words: Sammy Sadler I’m a big fan of Swim Deep and have been for what feels like forever now. Despite their silence for the past four years, I would still play their hazy tunes from King City to Honey regularly for those summery vibes. When I first received this track, I will admit that … Continue reading
Just Watch: Revolvers – Rubbing Shoulders With The Devil
Revolvers – Rubbing Shoulders With The Devil Words: Clare Hingley Having never listened to Revolvers before, I was wondering what I would be hearing. But from the off, I was pleasantly surprised with their latest single Rubbing Shoulders With The Devil. The video fits perfectly with the song and the vibe it brings with it. … Continue reading
Live Review: Manic Street Preachers, Liverpool
Manic Street Preachers 30th May 2019, Olympia, Liverpool Words & Photography: Gary Lambert Okay, let’s be honest with each other…. A tour celebrating twenty years since an album was released is not in our Popped Music remit in general, but when there’s the chance of going to see Manic Street Preachers, we are not going … Continue reading
Just Listen: Charlie Cunningham – Bite
Charlie Cunningham – Bite Words: Meg Young I fell in love with Charlie Cunningham a few years back when he released his most well-known song to date, Minimum, and I knew straight away I’d enjoy anything that he would release. In advance of the upcoming album, Permanent Way, due 7th June, the singer-songwriter has released … Continue reading
JUST LISTEN: Swimming Tapes – Keep Her Closer
Swimming Tapes – Keep Her Closer Words: Lauren Mellor With summer on its way, it’s great finding some proper seasonal indie tunes and that’s exactly what Swimming Tapes’ Keep Her Closer provides. With a light-hearted melody and beautifully written lyrics about young romance, Swimming Tapes give me nostalgic feels of The Drums – something I … Continue reading
Live Review: Red Rum Club – Manchester
Red Rum Club 11 May 2019, The Bread Shed, Manchester Words & Photos: Gary Lambert If you have been reading Popped Music lately (and if you haven’t you’re very naughty), you will know that one of our favourite bands is Red Rum Club. The debut album, Matador, is an absolute cracker, but it is their … Continue reading
JUST LISTEN: The Golden Dregs – Nobody Ever Got Rich (By Making People Sad)
The Golden Dregs – Nobody Ever Got Rich (By Making People Sad) Words: Sammy Sadler I have to start this review by summing this track up in just one word – and that word is WOW. Nobody Ever Got Rich (By Making People Sad) isn’t the typical jingly indie-pop melody that I usually jump to write … Continue reading
JUST LISTEN: Luna Bay – Call The Night
Luna Bay – Call The Night Words: Clare Hingley The first time I heard this song, immediately Neon Trees song Animal sprang to mind. Catchy from the initial beat, this single keeps you hooked from beginning end. Luna Bay, made up of O’Mara, Milligan, Ross and Penniston that convened in Chelsea, London, released Call The … Continue reading
JUST LISTEN: Callum Pitt – Here If You Need
Callum Pitt – Here If You Need Words: Sammy Sadler I’ve been keeping my eye on Callum Pitt since I fell in love with his last single Forgotten Kids so I was really excited to hear he was releasing a new single so soon after. Latest track Here If You Need is much more delicate than Forgotten Kids, opting for a Lumineers vibe … Continue reading
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