Mike Marlin – This Town

There’s a tantalising moodiness in Mike Marlin’s new single, but ‘This Town’ also holds a maturity and dare I say a depth that surpasses the gloomy pop sensibilities and deceptively sedate pace. If you like Interpol’s take … Read More

Alvin Purple – Huh her/ Please Please

Alvin Purple release single “Huh Her” with b-side “Please Please” on January 23rd. This 4 piece from Leeds take their name after a 1970’s comedy movie. However it is an 80’s influence that can be heard in their glam electro-pop.  … Read More

Ravens In Paris – The Hideaway/Don’t Be A Stranger

Well well well. Post-punk rockabilly, anyone? For those of us familiar with the dark retro style of Sissy & The Blisters there is a lot of fun to be had with Ravens In Paris, and their free single release. … Read More

The Ghosts – Enough Time

Alex Starling, member of Ou Est Le Swimming Pool, starts a new project with drummer Ian Palmer. Waiting for The End, debut album due in April 2012, Enough Time is the first single to be released by the band … Read More

Helmholtz Resonators – Isobar

A geeky name and some unrestrained hippie-tronica aiming for a clever mix of Klaxons and Stereolab. This is what Londoners Helmholtz Resonators offer on this single, Isobar, with the added pleasure of some passionate lyrics which come as a … Read More

Young Fathers – Nothing Left (So Here’s A Beat)

Nothing Left (So Here’s A Beat) is a violent outburst of dark, twisted synths, right on your face. What is amazing is how these climax in a chorus, complete with male backing vocals, that reminds one – dare I … Read More

MUTINY MUTINY – The Damage Is Done

Mutiny Mutiny is a Seattle based art rock band. In style they’re similar to bands like Slint, Unwound, Jawbox, Sonic Youth and Mission Of Burma.

The trio comprises: Jason Dean (guitar), Jenn Schmidt (bass) and Marc Mazique … Read More

Black Cherry – Modern Lover

Not being entirely familiar with the infamous genre of “disco” I’m not entirely sure I’m entirely qualified to comment on this, the new single by Anglo-French electro-poppers Black Cherry, but at the same time, this is an undeniably fun … Read More

Jethro Fox – Before

I am impressed with Jethro Fox before I even listen to his track “Before” I am captivated by his wonderful name. Of his sound Fox says: “My music reflects the bands I love, ranging from 60s sunshine-pop bands such … Read More

Wretch 32 ft Etta Bond – Forgiveness

2011 has been a great year for Wretch 32 who has been one of the breakout stars of this year. “Forgiveness is the fourth single to come from his highly successful album Black and White and is said to … Read More