Young Kato – Drink, Dance, Play

With a slow synth fade in and melodic piano, the punchy harmonies make an interesting contrast. The backing harmonies provide the base and carry the entire song; they make a nice distinction from the more calm and melodic lead … Read More

Bright Light Bright Light – Make Me Believe In Hope

Upon switching on Make Me Believe in Hope the listener is launched into a dance pop universe, much like an 80’s disco but sounding a bit like Morrissey decided to become a synth pop star. Rod Thomas, more commonly … Read More

The Magic – Mr Hollywood

Having never heard of The Magic before, I wasn’t too sure what to expect from their debut single – ‘Mr Hollywood’ – but as soon as I heard the intro, I knew I’d love it. The band, made up … Read More

Hayley Bowery and the Manimals – 29

The music of Hayley Bowery and the Manimals is best described as power-pop with a hint of punk rock edge. Their new single “29” which is taken from their upcoming debut album “Born Strange” which is due to be … Read More

All New Episode – Huge Mistake

Huge Mistake is the debut EP from Long Island punk-ska band All New Episode.

The EP opens with “Ode to MJ” a song with a quintessential ska song- complete with drum rolls, syncopated guitars, attitude-filled vocals and even … Read More

The Longsands – Shut Your Mouth

‘Shut Your Mouth’ is the latest single to be taken from “Meet me in Spanish City” the debut album by Newcastle band- the Longsands. This single embodies the signature sound of The Longsands and was an obvious choice for … Read More

Neon Indian – Hex Girlfriend (Becoming Real Remix)

South London producer Toby Ridler, alias Becoming Real, known for his cooperation with SBTRKT, Salem and Mount Kimbie and the remixed tracks of Jamie Woon and TEETH now turned his attention to Neon Indian creating a distorted and ethereal … Read More

Dawes – North Hills

The Dawes, Dawes emerged into a band in 2009 and originally started off in sunny California. Best described as an American rock band, Dawes is a group of two brothers, Taylor on guitar and lead vocals and Griffin Goldsmith … Read More

Big Wave – The Roots Of Love (Come Tumbling Down)

The thing is, I’m a real sucker for music of this sort. I love it. I love it in all its forms – old or new, raw or polished, energetic or laidback. If a band mixes lo-fi alternative rock … Read More

Gaggle – From The Mouth Of The Cave

Again, I am rather impressed by Gaggle. Having reviewed ‘Army Of Birds’ I suppose it would be logical to end up hearing it in context. And although ‘From The Mouth Of The Cave’ has its flaws, it is a … Read More