Mouse on Mars – Parastrophics

Mouse On Mars’ new album ‘Parastrophics’ sounds like a compilation of almost every popular leftfield dance producer. Someone unfamiliar with the German duo (Jan St Werner and Andi Toma) would be forgiven for dismissing ‘Parastrophics’ as an album of … Read More

Mister Who – Karmas Warrior

I like comic books loads, but you don’t see a lot of rap comic books around and you don’t see any who have a comic book with a soundtrack of music to it given away with the comic itself. I … Read More

Gypsy Pistoleros – Forever Wild. Beautiful and Damned / Greatest Hits Vol.1

It’s Mexico rock time with Gypsy Pistoleros and if you like your rock sleazy then you will really like this. I keep playing the song ‘Shotgun Kiss is ay queue Dolor’ which is like being in the ‘Young Guns’ … Read More

The Wedding Present – Valentina

I have always liked ‘The Wedding Present’. They have a moody quality that appeals to my heart swings. The monotony of the second track ‘You Jane’ are a delight and shows they have really gone with the times with … Read More

The Sun Explodes – Emergence

There are a lot of new rock bands so it is hard to find to find one that stands out, and this one does have some redeeming features like in places reminds me of.. ‘Funeral for a Friend’ like … Read More

Vigo Thieves – Heart & Soul

Vigo Thieves’ new EP is an overly-polished but moderately impressive collection of grandiose indie songs. The Scottish four-piece – who formed in 2008 – create danceable indie rock, with 80s new wave synths and massive melodic hooks. ‘Heart & … Read More

Straylings – Entertainment on Foreign Grounds

The first thing one is struck by when listening to Straylings’ debut album – Entertainment on Foreign Grounds – is the sound of Dana Zeera, the band’s front-woman falls similar to Grace Slick whilst also possessing the conviction of Karen-O. … Read More

The Civil Wars – Barton Hollow

After two Grammys, Best Folk Album and Best Country Duo, Barton Hollow is finally receiving its well-deserved attention and gets a UK release.

John Paul White and Joy Williams craft a jewel of country-folk that is popular and aristocratic … Read More

Chuck Prophet – Temple Beautiful

The hyper-prolific mind of Chuck prophet has created another raw diamond of pure American rock. Intense and savage, Temple Beautiful pumps adrenaline from the first to the last beat. Play That Song Again sounds like a road trip around … Read More

Capelle – Crooked Deluxe

Australia-born Nic Capelle and the band which revolves around him have a new adventure to unveil to the world – Crooked Deluxe, 12-track strong and with some interesting tricks to show. Kicking off with Paisty Lectric, the record’s set … Read More