Amadou and Mariam ft. Santigold – Dougou Badia

The song “Dougou Badia” begins with an edgy guitar riff, as I was expecting to hear some sort of an indie melody join in I was pleasantly surprised to hear the Afro pop vocals that join the guitars a … Read More

Left Channel – Giantland

Giantland an EP from Manchester duo Left Channel is out now. On a first listen it is difficult to define the genre of Left Channel- they use heavy samples and a wide variety of sounds and beats to create … Read More

The Darlingtons – Bats

With a name like “The Darlingtons” you might expect some kind of a 1950’s girl group tribute act, however there is nothing pop about “Bats” the new single from this four-piece group who hail from Taunton. Due to be … Read More

LOUDON WAINWRIGHT III – Older Than My Old Man Now

Loudon Wainwright III is a legendary American songwriter, folk singer, humourist and actor. He was awarded a Grammy for his 2009 release High Wide & Handsome – The Charlie Poole Project.

His 22nd album, Older Than My Old Man … Read More

Battles – Gloss Drop

Experimental rock trio Battles are doing a bit of Radiohead. Following in the footsteps of The King Of Limbs remix album ‘TKOL RMX 1234567’, which was a compilation of remix EPs, Battles are readying the release of a remix … Read More

ATOM EYE – Part II Trilogy

Atom Eye is Elsie Martins’ side project whilst she steps temporarily aside from Phantom.  She takes raw recordings and turns them into compositions and rhythms which are dark, intense and transient.

Part II Trilogy is released on 12th March, … Read More

The Shins – Port Of Morrow

After a five years-long journey James Mercer’s hauled on the quiet docks of Port of Morrow. The journey has been as tormented at least as much as these shores are peaceful. “My life in an upturned boat, marooned on … Read More

Sleigh Bells – Reign Of Terror

If two years ago Treats destroyed the speakers of your hi-fi system, well, maybe you should think twice before plugging in new Reign Of Terror, because, believe it or not, Sleigh Bells got bigger and louder.

The Brooklyn-based duo … Read More

I Am Nimdok – The Wave. The Raven. The Invisible Dream.

I Am Nimdok are a one-man band consisting of British based Ryuki Akira who has zero intentions of following any crowd. Combining a range of influences together and ignoring any technique provided, Akira’s sound has become a much more … Read More

Waters – Take Me Out The Coast

Take Me Out To The Coast is the brand new single from WATERS. It’s a great track that seems to combine the best of the pop/punk bands. The intro is very easy to mistake for a classic Green Day … Read More