Monthly Archives: April 2017

Alt Rock, Indie, indie rock, New Music

Little Triggers ‘Silly Cigarettes’

The four-piece rock ‘n’ roll outfit, Little Triggers, have released their latest offering, ‘Silly Cigarettes’. Band members Thomas Hamilton Hughes (vocals, guitar), Chris Carragher (bass), James Crawford (keyboard, backing vocals), Sam Gallacher (drums) slow things down with this emotionally powerful track. This slow burner nonchalantly reels you in showcasing their musical finesse and ability to hold the listeners attention. Lavish shredding guitar elements add a slick swagger while Thomas Hamilton-Hughes’ vocals add intensity and and emotional gut wrenching punch. The track builds for the chorus becoming passionate and mighty while still maintaining a tender delicate approach. Little Triggers show us there is depth to their musical inventory. They are definitely fast becoming one of my favourite bands out there at the moment. Watch out for these guys they are going to sky rocket to the top.

Stream ‘Silly Cigarettes’ below


Indie, Indie Pop, New Music, Synth-pop

Bayonet ‘Call Me When It’s Over’

Sheffield’s indie four piece Bayonet have released their new single ‘Call Me When It’s Over’. Bayonet have rapidly made a name for themselves as Sheffield’s indie poster boys,with their last single ‘Heart Attack’ premiering on Rebel Culture back in November, the last few months have seen Bayonet’s focus turn to the writing and recording of new material, their own inimitable brand of synth-pop now honed to polished perfection thanks to the handful of headline shows the band have already enjoyed this year.2016 saw band members Lewis Cain (Lead vocals/Guitar), Vince Ringrose (Lead Vocals/Guitar), Danny Higgins (Bass/Backing Vocals)and Sam Chapman (Drums/Backing Vocals) sell out various venues, wow crowds at both Dot to Dot and Tramlines festivals and release four rapturously received singles.
New single ‘Call Me When It’s Over’ follows this upward climb to success. Glowing with bright shimmering indie pop Bayonet display their smooth polished sun-kissed sound with a sugar coated melody against spongy beaming soundscapes. Twinkling guitars lift the track with peppy bright jabs and warm golden licks while the soft cushioned rhythm adds a bouncy vitality. Flowing in waves of cool tones of wistful longing this track is silky smooth and instantly likeable. Velvety vocals soothe with slick panache while the track takes a subtle groovy almost disco vibe. Bayonet skillfully balance sombre chilly tones with optimistic energetic instrumentation giving a well formed glossy track.
Stream ‘Call Me When It’s Over’ below

 


Live Music, Live Music Review

The Revellions Single Launch Party With Support from Gavin And Thee Icons and Crushed Out

We headed to The Revellions Single Launch Party last Saturday at The Grand Social, Dublin following our review of their new single ‘False Hope’.

Dublin Garage Punk band Gavin And Thee Icons kicked the show off on the night with their ruckus rock. Blasting out their mighty crashing tracks full of roaring enraged frenzy. Tracks like ‘Shout And Hollar’ give us racing guitars and stop start suspense,the lads know how to set the tempo for the night. Demolishing our ear drums with their drunken brawl-like sound its not for the faint hearted. If you want to go mad moshing in a manic delusional frenzy these guys are the ones for you. Shredding guitar solos and all, Gavin And Thee Icons gave us a striking display of mighty fun neck snappy punk.
Rock and rollers Crushed Out follow in a wave of fruity psychedelic surf. Equipped with tropical shirts and sparkly outfits and a random pineapple, they brought the Californian beach vibes to us. The husband-and-wife team Frankie Sunswept on guitar/vocals and Moselle Spiller on drums, tantalise our ears with dreamy prisms of psychedelic flavoured rock and roll. The steamy ‘Out of the Blue’ introduces the crowd to their smooth, sleek, drizzled in spaghetti western sound. Exuding swagger and class these guys take us from bouncy groovy shimmys to dazed trippy drops effortlessly. From swanky summer soaked ‘Skinny Dipping’ to the heavier punch of ‘Big Wolly’ Crushed Out play a set list made for dancing. Even if you’ve never done them before its time to bust out those 60’s “The Swim’ moves in between moshing and twisting. Treating us to new track ‘Stay Wild Gator Child’ and a sweet guitar change Crushed Out bring a set list oozing suave with splashes of shimmering crisp guitar, passionate drumming and refined musicianship.
The Revellions take to the stage with blasts of dry ice and a swirling trippy backdrop. James Lister takes every opportunity to engage with the crowd and draw them into the psychedelic hazy kaleidoscopic sound of The Revellions. They deliver a show packed with pure raw energy and thick intensity. Track after track lures the crowd deeper into their swirling entrapment pulling out old favourites like the the dark eerie ‘Strung Out Bad’ to a teasing taste of some new tracks including the insanely catchy new single ‘False Hope’. The nimble razor sharp guitar, elastic bassline and punchy drums sparkle between churning mind bending psychedelia. Its a sticky intense set that has audience members dancing in a mesmeric haze. The crowd can’t get enough of The Revellions as they call for “one more tune” following the final song. Though I don’t think the 6 piece would have minded playing all night the sound guy wasn’t having any of it (you know who you are party pooper). With thrilling shrill on guitars and pounding drums The Revellions know how to put on a good show with enthusiasm and mesmerising stupefying psychedelia.

Gavin And Thee Icons, Crushed Out and The Revellions are three bands you have to see live, follow them on their Facebook pages for more dates and new music  below

Gavin And Thee Icons https://www.facebook.com/gavinandtheeicons/

Crushed Out https://www.facebook.com/CrushedOutmusic/

The Revellions https://www.facebook.com/therevellions/


Alt- Pop, electro - rock, electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Electro, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music, Synth Rock, Synth-pop

Everywhere ‘Man Up’

UK band Everywhere have announced their first 2017 offering in the form of new single ‘Man Up’. The single is currently available for streaming on Soundcloud and the official release to all digital stores including Spotify will happen on June 9th. At the end of last year, Everywhere released their critically praised sophomore EP ‘Fiction Act’. The EP single ‘Some Other Dude’ was featured on BBC Introducing in London and has received over a million streams on Spotify.
They made their first International appearance at the 2013 NME Awards in the UK, playing alongside Django Django and Palma Violets and later went on to support the Kaiser Chiefs and headline Notting Hill Arts Club in London. New single ‘Man Up’ continues the bands strike for world domination.
‘Man Up’ is a blissful explosion of sweet electro- pop. Swirling electronics kick the track off to a suspenseful start. Followed by a catchy chorus and infectious beat, this track seeps sugary pop from its core while holding enough raw cool tones to contain the sugar rush. The addition of vocals from Swedish singer-songwriter Rebecca Nohr blends smoothly and perfectly with the track and with Max Berga’s velvety vocals. With a funky dynamic bassline and shimmering synths this track is packed with oomph and honey coated melodies that will compel you to put  ‘Man Up’ on repeat.
Stream ‘Man Up’ below

 

 


Event News

Event News : SHINDIGNATION Festival

SHINDIGNATION in association with Indie Buddie, Music Muso and DIY Thursdays is a new festival with that gritty, independent, DIY-feel, debuting in the heart of East London this summer and is set to be an all-day music-melee! Bow E3 plays host to this all-day multi-venue music festival on Saturday 5th August 2017, bringing together 4 venues with over 40 bands all crammed into 11-hours. This inner city music festival brings together various styles on the music spectrum; from Punk-Rock to Neo-Soul, each stage will have a finely blended line-up for all wristband holders to enjoy.

The Venues

The Engine Rooms, who’ve previously hosted GOD DAMN, Twin Peaks, The Black Tambourines and Demob Happy, will be the setting for the main stage and festival HQ.

DIY Thursdays – An alternative music night that embodies the raw authenticity of the original dive bar. Where live bands come first and the monthly themes create an atmosphere as fabulously raucous as it gets – will be taking over The Bow Bells, a boozer that’s as East-End as it gets.

The Widow’s Son, a stylish and vibrant bar and The Beehive another classic East-End boozer with a great live room, situated either side of Devon’s Road DLR station, make up the final two venues.

Bands already confirmed for the festival are

Dronningen / The Darts / Rumble Fish / Malick IV / WollfAdlar / Drug Store Romeos / Jords / Ivohe / The Recoupes / COTTON / At The Sun / Inevitable Daydream / wayde /
Headliners will be announced soon along with, at least, 30 more bands. So keep an eye out on the SHINDIGNATION social feeds and website links below for more details and announcements.

https://www.shindignationfestival.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Shindignationfestival

Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music, Worth A Listen

Worth A Listen

Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From HotKid

Toronto based trio HotKid have released their new single ‘Caught In The Light’ from their new LP, ‘Late Night Mornings’ which is due for release on May 5th. ‘Caught In The Light’ is a blistering snappy enthusiastic track that will cause a frantic dancing epidemic. Rapid in its nature this track swarms in at full force with blazing guitars and a mighty adrenaline pumping chorus. The elated endorphin releasing track will have you up and dancing in no time. The elastic groove on bass teamed with the rapid punchy drums gives a flexible rebounding slap and bounce to the track. ‘Caught In The Light’  relentlessly keeps its tempo, tirelessly attacking your senses with luscious melodies and infectious beats.

When asked about the track HotKid said

Caught In The Light” is about that feeling of escape you get from watching your favourite old movie, or when you’re upfront at a concert. It’s about that longing to be taken outside of yourself, out of the everyday. It also recognizes how we all exist in-between those moments of escape.

Stream ‘Caught In The Light’ below


Album Release, Album Review, Alt Rock, indie rock, New Music, Rock

The Raise ‘Chasing Time’ Album

The Raise are a three piece British rock band who are set to release their newest album ‘Chasing Time’ on the 22nd of April. Comprised of band members Rob Elton (guitars and lead vocals), Nick Gunn (bass guitar, guitar and backing vocals), and Nige Masters (drums, percussion and backing vocals). For a small band of only three members, ‘The Raise’ certainly create a big sound. The album features melodic songs, lush vocal harmonies, and massive  guitar riffs. ‘Chasing Time’ was written, performed, recorded, engineered and produced by the band themselves and throughout the recording process their aim was to keep the tracks as close to the live version as possible.

From the hefty riff driven start of ‘Inside’ The Raise display their slick beefy and sultry smooth rock. Featuring punchy drums and nimble shredding wailing guitar solos teamed with brawny flexible bass these guys create catchy tunes that pack a mighty punch. Each track flows effortlessly into the next from slower tempo ‘Live The Dream’ to steamy ‘Reel To Reel’. Packed with catchy chorus’ and trippy flashes of distortion glimmering in and out between mighty rhythm and sensual riffs The Raise add hints of diversity amongst their catalog. Loaded with proficient guitar work each track boasts their skills of refined riff and lick creations. The swagger infused ‘Rock Her World’ displays their funky side soaked in anthemic might while holding a sensual groove. ‘The Game’ takes the roll of the slow jam, emotional and soft yet backed by a mighty raw chorus and bright jingle on guitar. ‘Take Me If You Dare’ closes the album with headbang worthy might that’s mosh pit ready.  The Raise have created a solid album with hints of fluctuating musical hues that are compelling.

When asked about the album the band said:

“The album was influenced by the concept of our constant search for more time and freedom to do the things we really love to do. “The Raise is a project that allows us to play the music we love and say what we want to say about this crazy world we live in.”

‘Chasing Time’  is set to be released on 22nd April 2017 and will be available via all major media providers. More information about The Raise can be found via their social media pages or official website here http://www.theraise.co.uk/

 

 

 


Indie Folk, Indie Quick Picks, New Music

Indie Quick Picks

Marie Danielle

Genre: indie-folk singer

Bio: US indie-folk singer-songwriter Marie Danielle will release her debut UK single Soldier on Tuesday 18th April. Marie’s stunning debut album Hustler picked up Stateside acclaim last year. She’s currently touring the US, working on a new album with Simone Felice & Drive-By Truckers’ Mike Patton and will be touring the UK later this year. Marie’s dark and intelligent songwriting connects with audiences through a naked honesty about love, loss and addiction. Within a year of her first live show, Marie was touring throughout the US and Europe and her song One of My Kind was featured on an episode of the Showtime series ‘Billions.’ Currently recording new material with Drive-By Truckers bassist Mike Patton, Marie will soon be visiting the UK for new live dates.

Track: Soldier
When asked about the inspiration for ‘Soldier’ Marie Danielle said:
“I’ve tried so hard to settle down, but the only thing I’m any good at is music. When you’re in a different city every night, love is fleeting. That incessant march makes you feel like you’re fighting some kind of imagined war.”
Why We Like It: Its warm twangy indie folk that’s soaked in melancholic tones but still manages to stay positive, upbeat and bouncy. Its a timeless country track blended sweetly with folk-influenced Americana that will have you humming along and tapping your foot in no time.

Follow Marie Danielle on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/MarieDanielleMusic

Stream ‘Soldier’ below

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Indie, New Music

Miccoli ‘Lights’

English-Italian sibling trio Miccoli (pronounce ‘me-co-lee’) have announced the release of a new single ‘Lights’, which is set to be released on the 5th of May. The new track is taken from their forthcoming EP ‘1/2’ which is set to be released on the 12th of May ahead of their UK and US tour dates. Dubbed as “Ones to watch” by BBC Radio 6’s Tom Robinson, Miccoli is made up of twin brothers Adriano (vocal and acoustic/electric guitar) and Alessandro (piano, vocal and acoustic guitar) and their younger sister Francesca (vocal, piano and harmonica) who formed a few years after the twin’s studies at the London School of Music. The trio are known for their haunting yet endearing harmonies, melodic catchy tracks and definitive sound that developed through years of fine-tuning. ‘Lights’ is the second release from the forthcoming EP, which was recorded and self – produced over the past year at Clarion Studios off the coast of Malaysia.

 ‘Lights’ is the creamy playful angel delight that no one can resist. Smooth and delicate with a perfect treasure of  sweet melodies sung with velvety vocals and lush harmonies. Sprightly perky guitar playfully jingles throughout the track adding glimmers of sunshine and luminosity. Catchy and perky it shines with good vibes and a light airy flow. Packed with warm tones and fuzzy cosy emotions ‘Lights’ will brighten your day for sure.

Miccoli have recently toured extensively throughout Europe and America and after a year of recording, the band are set to play the following dates in the coming months. More UK and US shows will be announced for later this year to coincide with their debut album release. You can catch them live at

MAY 28TH                 LIVERPOOL SOUND CITY FESTIVAL,

MAY 31ST                 THE MINT, LOS ANGELES

JUN 04TH                  HOUSE OF BLUES, LOS ANGELES

JUN 09TH                  THE VIPER ROOM, WEST HOLLYWOOD

JUL 27TH                  THE TROUBADOUR, LONDON

Stream ‘Lights’ below

https://soundcloud.com/miccoli/lights-1

 

 

 

 


Indie, New Music

Plastic Barricades ‘How Goldfish Grow’

Plastic Barricades have released their 6th and final single ‘How Goldfish Grow’ from their upcoming ‘Mechanics of Life’ LP. Based in North-West London, Plastic Barricades are Dan Kert on guitar, keyboards and vocals, Daniele Borgato on bass and Frazer Webster on drums. Jonas Svendsen recorded lead guitars for “How Goldfish Grow” and other songs off “Mechanics of Life” LP. Over the last two years the band has been nominated for “Oxjam Band of the Year 2014” and “MTV Brand New 2014”, voted #1 out of 222 bands participating in Hard Rock Cafe London Global Battle of the Bands competition, won Camden Rocks 2014 Battle of the Bands, got nominated for “Brand New Artist 2015”, landed 2nd place in Sziget Festival 2015 band competition and won Enfield Battle of the Bands 2016 and Songwall’s “Songs in the Sky”. The London alt indie trio love to experiment with their styles, sound and approach to create a sound that is unique to themselves.

‘How Goldfish Grow’ is a punchy melodic stab of indie rock coated in bright peppy vibes. Vibrant bursts in the chorus add a spring and lift to the track while crunching guitar adds passion and a sharp texture. Its bubbly indie with melancholic darker tones lying underneath. The shredding guitar solo adds a classic air guitar rock anthem vibe that’s kick ass. ‘How Goldfish Grow’ is  a catchy animated track drizzled in pop elements with raw roots that give it an edge.

Watch the video for ‘How Goldfish Grow’ below