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A Chat With – Alfie From Hudson Taylor

I had a chat with Alfie from Hudson Taylor last week about their new single ‘Favourite Song’, their music writing process and how they create those perfect harmonies. Between a little banter about the lull in the sunny weather and the shock of a  bird flying into Alfie’s window during our conversation which was apparently “the most exciting thing to happen in a while” Alfie explained how he has been spending his time on lockdown as well as his inspiration for ‘Favourite Song’.

Five years have passed since the release of their debut ‘Singing For Strangers’ – which charted at number three in Ireland – and in that time the brothers have been hard at work crafting the songs which make up “Loving Everywhere I Go”. The album, which was recorded in Seattle, Nashville and Dublin. It features the hits ‘Feel It Again’, ‘Run With Me’, ‘Back To You’, ‘What Do You Mean?’ as well as current single ‘Favourite Song’ and went straight to number one on the Irish album chart. Hudson Taylor are also the first Irish artists to top the charts in the new decade.The duo put a lot of work into the album and were chuffed with how it all payed off.

“ Yeah it felt absolutely amazing. We worked hard on this album for the best of three and a half years, it took us all over the world and lots of our friends and family are involved in making the album and the whole campaign and lead up to the release of it was just amazing. We got to meet so many people that were listening to our music. We went around and promoted it all over Ireland. So yeah the two of us were so delighted on the day we found out.”

Hudson Taylor have taken their time releasing their tracks and although they have plenty of music and EP’s out there ‘Loving Everywhere I Go’ is the duo’s second album. They don’t try to rush their music but allow it to be created at a pace that is right for them.

“We had released a lot of EP’s in between our albums. So we have two albums out and I would say technically three albums out and then about eight EP’s which would amount to, if you counted up all the songs and you had ten songs on each album, I think we’d have six albums out by now. So that’s what we did to bridge the gap. Our label chose to do that while we were out touring in other countries, so we could delay the album so we could play to more people and release more music in the meantime before committing fully to an album. I think that was the idea but I think there is no right or wrong way to do it really. Some people may write very fast and might write an album in a year and they might have the visual concept ready and their music and everything else ready and they can do that.Other artists I think, yeah sometimes it does take time. If I was to say what are we going to do with our next album?, I would say yeah it’s not going to happen in a year.It could be another three years or something like that. I haven’t even thought about that yet.”

‘Loving Everywhere I Go’ is an energetic rich album brimming with vibrant passionate musicianship, utter joy and hope. Their new single ‘Favourite Song’ encapsulates this perfectly

“Well, the chorus was just in my head. I dont know why Favourite Song came into my head. ” you are like my favourite song” ( lyric ), .. maybe I heard it in passing or maybe I said it but it just came into my head.Then I put that to a little tune and wrote the rest of the chorus. Harry was due to come over, we were due to do a bit of writing with some friends of ours in the UK and just before we got into the studio I sang it to Harry and said hey what do you think of this idea, its called Favourite Song. He loved it and said yeah lets work on it with the lads. So we got in, the lads started making up a track and I wrote down a couple of the verses, the boys helped me a little bit and that was it. We sat on it for about 9 months and when we came to looking at recording and putting together our second album that song came into play and then recording it was a whole different beast.”

‘Favourite Song’ is quite the contender to be everyone’s favourite song this summer. The duo released it at a time when everyone was on lockdown and it was the fun golden ray of sunshine we all needed.

“We released ‘What Do You Mean’ prior to this that came out when our album did around February and we were due to release another single before we started gigging again in the summer but obviously that didn’t happen. I always thought Favourite Song would be a good song to release in the summer because it’s got that certain thing about it. So I was happy that everybody else agreed that it would be a good song to go with and then this happened. I think we delayed it a little bit just because we didn’t know what was going on and we wanted to give it the best and as much time as we possibly could. Other than that we kind of planned to release it anyway and it just so happens that it is upbeat. Hopefully it is what people do appreciate at this time and help people for a brief moment forget about what’s going on and maybe move around.”

There is plenty happening in the world at present and some artists feel compelled to write about the topics in the news. Alfie takes a personal and perhaps emotional approach to world events

“ Well, the personal experiences, kind of is new as well for me. I could write a song about what happened to me on a day where some world event happened and I’ll feel a certain way because of that world event and that will inspire my writing. I love talk radio, I love hearing people’s stories and telling my own stories. There would be lines in the album that were inspired by something that happened on that day or a big world event. I think all that stuff, if you’re tuned in and listen to the news it will affect you. It’s dark or moving in whatever way, shape or form and it will influence your life. I tend to write about things that influence my life so it does creep in, absolutely. Now, I have not been able to get Coronavirus into a song nor will I try. Really it will be more the effect it has on us all and myself and my surroundings.”

Music has the ability to relate to and move people. One song can evoke and connect with people in so many different ways allowing the listener to express their feelings through someone else’s words. Hudson Taylor fans bellow out their lyrics at the top of their lungs and I wondered what were Alfies thoughts on how his lyrics reach people and how they connect with the duo’s songs.

“ I think with most of our songs, certainly the lyrics I write have to mean something to me otherwise there isn’t really a point in doing it. Unless of course it’s a fun song and you’re trying to write something meaningless then that’s different. If it is a song that’s about something affecting you well, it has to mean something to you and if it means something to you it most likely means something to someone else. So I try and be as honest as possible without obviously telling everyone what I had for breakfast. Being straight up with emotions I think helps me to write songs and I just think what’s the simplest way to describe how I’m feeling now and often the simplest thing is the best way.“

With the gigs, I love hearing people say they relate to a tune because often it’s completely different to why I wrote the song. They have taken on their own meaning and getting their own story and I think that’s what it’s all about. I really like that a song I wrote about my partner could be someone’s wedding song and it means something completely different to them.I love that and I love hearing other people stories and connections.It’s something that is quite special with music “

This is only their second album but it feels like Hudson Taylor have been a household staple forever. In the twelve years since they began their journey they have gained a steady and dedicated following. But Alfie doesn’t feel pressure to follow up previous successes with each release

“ Some maybe yeah, I try not to. I try to write music that I like to hear. Often if I think about what’s on the radio or if you try to write a song that would sound good for this and that it doesn’t work, for me anyway. For some people it might work. I just try to write catchy melodies or catchy lyrics that I want to hear or that Harry might go, oh that’s nice. It’s just following your instincts really, thats usually where it all comes from. So in that extent I suppose we are able to know from the songs we have released what songs get played on the radio and what songs don’t. We are lucky enough to know that and that gives us a little bit of an indication. But then of course there’s trends all the time and you can be just lost in making music for the radio.

It’s pretty hard to do, if it was easy everyone would be doing it. So we just try and write music we like, that means stuff to us and then hopefully it will mean something to our audience and if our audience like it enough then the radio might pick up on it and if the radio pick up on it, it might get exposed to more people. I still like to think our music is word of mouth and that a good song will hopefully get heard. I tend not to think about it too much but I feel very lucky to get played. I just learn from what we have done so far and take that into account.”

Hudson Taylor have been doing a live stream each week which has been a great way to give people a taste of that live vibe. However they are no strangers to this medium of performance. They were doing this nearly 10 years ago to reach a larger audience.

“Yeah we started very early. In 2008 / 2009 we were doing live streams from our family home in Dublin, performing to all sorts of people all over the world and then we stopped using all that stuff as we got more busy with gigs. So now we are finding ourselves back on it. Obviously everything has changed but we have an idea of what to do and we have a load of songs to play and loads of different ways to play them and they have been really fun.

We have been asking people to request songs and we are doing it for everybody who has been supporting our album and would have been seeing us at gigs. It’s just something that we are enjoying doing and it’s just keeping us engaged in music and hopefully keeping other people engaged and giving people something to watch during these mad times.Its quality over quantity like how much do you go on and how good is it.

We have discovered that we both can’t play on Instagram, it will just be one of us so that will be more relaxed. Its like busking, I like it. The YouTube stuff is a little bit more organised.I think about them as if it was a show or if it was something I was watching on a TV show. The beauty of it is its live and its not too over thought but still a high quality thing.

I’ve learnt loads in the process. I’ve learnt with recording myself at home, like I’m so used to having an audience so now I’m just singing into a camera, no ones there and its the weirdest thing ever.I’m starting to get the hang of it now. I don’t take many selfies and I’m not like that or used to that so its been weird getting used to it. But we got there in the end. Harry has been amazing; he edits it all together and makes it so slick. But its been fun.”

Hudson Taylor have beautiful harmonies that no matter the circumstance they can provide an amazing show and their perfect blend has been something the duo have had all along.

“That’s our thing you know, the vocals and then us being brothers and what we both individually bring to the project.That’s our thing.We grew up listening to a lot of music with harmony in it you know Simon & Garfunkel,The Everly Brothers, The Beach Boys,The Beatles. Harry was in a lot of choirs and I was in a few choirs as a kid. Harry has always been the harmoniser. I picked it up over the years and I can now sing harmony but it took me a long time to learn it.The blend has always been there from the very beginning. When we started singing songs together I start singing the melody and boom Harry was in on the harmony. It was always natural and then when we went into our own songs, you know we can write a song thats good to sing harmonies too and a song that isn’t good to sing harmonies too that takes a lot of experimentation. But its something that we are very lucky to have.From the first time we started singing together that was the story. Harry has been great at it really , He has such an understanding of harmonies. Since I can remember you could be any situation and a song comes on the radio and Harry’s there singing the harmony. It’s embarrassing at times but its served him well.”

It was quite a shock at first finding out all the gigs planned have been cancelled however Alfie is enjoying the time he now has and making the most of it.

“ Absolutely, at first I was watching everything happen and I was in the UK. Things were going on in the UK and everything had shut down in Ireland. It was just a really confusing time, I was in a complete freak. I was told, yeah you’re going to be going… you’re not going to be going.We were due to go to Denmark and tour all over Europe. I was really worried about it and now in hindsight I just don’t look at the gigs I missed. I just don’t look at the festivals that are happening this weekend or whatever. But I’m enjoying it in whatever way I can. I haven’t spent this much time in one place in 10 years and thats been really nice. I’m with my partner and my dogs. I’ve never had this much time to think about what we have done. We are all grounded. For now we are going to keep on doing these live streams, gonna keep making noise about Favourite Song without leaving the house.I hope to be writing more songs and getting lots of inspiration and doing other things while I can’t be on the road. My friend owns a cafe I might jump in and help out with that. I really like the atmosphere there. I think it might be good for me and something a bit different. He plays great tunes as well. We are keeping ourselves busy with the live streams and that.”

Hudson Taylor have the deft ability to create pop tunes that are sure to put a spring in your step and a smile on your face. They blend emotive songwriting and lush harmonies to make enjoyable and rich songs that exude energy and passion. Whether it’s a live stream or a sell out show they are definitely worth checking out.

You can stream ’Loving Everywhere I Go’ below 


Author : Danu

electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Buddie Introducing, Indie Pop, New Music, Synth-pop

Indie Buddie Introducing : Electric Skyline

Electric Skyline have released their new single ‘Hit Play’ which is part of their two track EP entitled ‘A Side / B Side’.Electric Skyline started putting out songs on their own in Spring of 2020. Long-time friends, Robby Walton and Blake Brock -both indie artists from the same town- joined forces with Nashville guitar player Jesse Walpole to form a band that knew what they were going for. The band’s process is a self-sustainable machine. Everything you see and hear was created by the band; no label or management. They’ve written, recorded and produced all of the material that’s been put out in 2020 as well as all of the business details that come with releasing music as an artist.It’s a very communicative process and with the members living in different cities, (Robby and Jesse in Nashville and Blake in Birmingham).All of the band’s songs could be considered, “recently released,” the most so being their fourth publication and first EP, “A Side / B Side,” that is a two-song, modern day representation of a cassette tape with a single song on each side. “Hit Play” was a song that Blake had half- written and “No Phones,” the same of one of Robby’s. Both songs were eventually co-written and feature both of the vocalists in the tracks. 

‘Hit Play’ is a dreamy electro-pop number as Electric Skyline entwine laid back melodies with luscious production and synths to create a mellow sweet gem. The gentle lilt of the vocals warmly hugs the soft synth-pop melodies while the track grooves through the backdrop with danceable rich rhythms and infectious diso hued grooves. There is a cool vibe drifting over the song as the delicate key twinkles float wistfully through the buoyant beats and infectious funk peppering provided by the guitars.With a nostalgic tone of longing, rippling undercurrents and laid back persona, the electro pop sound Electric Skyline embrace is magnetic. The trio’s sound reminds me of Troye Sivan’s debut ‘Blue Neighbourhood’ however their disco elements, funk zest and rich composition puts Electric Skyline’s stamp and unique twist on the electronic pop genre. Their tunes are enthralling, satisfying and sweet as honey to the ears. 

Stream ‘Hit Play’ below 


Author : Danu

Electronic, New Music

RUNOFFBROKE Wish you Knew’

After releasing three successful back to back singles in April and the single ‘Family’ on May 26th, 21-year-old rapper RUNOFFBROKE (Jordan Wilson) has released  yet another catchy, slick track entitled ‘Wish you Knew’. RUNOFFBROKE started writing music at 11, and by 13 was playing gigs and signed to underground label Mic-A-Blaze Records. Jordan worked with multiple Irish groups before making his way to Germany to work with Citizen Soldier Entertainment. He has toured in the US and Germany, supporting artists like Infidelix alongside Papke. After two years in Berlin, Jordan returned to Ireland in 2019 and has since been working on new music, gigging, and building his team. Known for his dark humour and haunting music videos, he has released an EP and several singles.

‘Wish you Knew’ is a chill and precise dancehall/house track that displays RUNOFFBROKE’s slinky rich sound through well thought out grooves and melodies. With spacey synths glimmering between afrobeats and deep rhythmic flows it’s a liquid smooth tune that merges house and R&B pop with wispy crisp electronics. RUNOFFBROKE flexes his signature quick rhymes and clever lyrics which explore the cyclical nature of toxicity in relationships. The track ferments bubbles and pivots around catchy body grooving hooks and ethereal cold soundscapes. The vocals coo over a rich tapestry of beats by FEEL.FACTORY (aka NINETY7HERTZ) creating an enticing backdrop for the listener to indulge in. ‘Wish you Knew’ is an interesting and fresh listening experience by RUNOFFBROKE

Stream ‘Wish you Knew’ below 


Author : Danu

electro - rock, electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, indie rock, New Music, Worth A Listen

Worth A Listen – The Post Romantics

Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From The Post Romantics

The Post Romantics have released their new single ‘bad friend’ via DEADBOY$CLUB. Self-produced under lockdown at the band’s home in Liverpool, the track showcases the band in their purest form. The Post Romantics is formed of brothers Connor Cockbain, Cameron Cockbain and Liam Cockbain along with their childhood friend, Sam Barton. Championed by BBC Radio 6 Music and BBC Introducing, last year saw the band cut their teeth supporting the likes of Wolf Alice and Larkins, selling out headline shows in Liverpool and London. 2020 sees the band follow up this release, embark on their now rescheduled UK tour and perform at Liverpool Sound City and Hit The North Festival.

Warped in a deadly concoction of haunting electronics and mysterious production, ‘bad friend’ sees The Post Romantics continue their sublime dark aesthetic where contemporary R&B rubs elbows with moody twisted emo pop. The track is an anti-love letter to the liars, users and other fake friends. Following the tale of two people who got too close for their own good, ‘Bad Friend’ offers an honest insight into the world of toxic relationships.

With heavy sticky beats slapping between an asphyxiating soundscape the track swirls in a mysterious and ominous atmosphere while the emotive smooth vocals melt over the punchy bubbling backdrop and vaporous electronics. The reverb laced backing vocals create an ethereal breezy tone to the track that provides a breath of air between the tracks muggy compression. With elements of The Weeknd within the songs production ‘bad friend’ has a crisp and polished coating with coiling and twisting undertones creating the tracks underbelly.

With labyrinthine hooks nourished between sultry production and gritty heavy beats, The Post Romantics are harnessing their sound, becoming bigger and better with each release.

About the track lead singer, Connor says :  “I wrote this song after I realised that people are snakes.Relationships are complicated and people catch feelings and shit, I get it, but, be honest about it at least. Don’t play games.  People say one thing but mean another and, eventually, when they don’t get what they want, they’ll turn around and bite you. Maybe I’m just a sucker for people who want to f*ck my life up…”

Stream ‘bad friend’ below 


Author : Danu

New Music, Singer/Songwriter, Video

Isaac Butler has just released the video for his brand new single ‘Paranoid’

Isaac Butler has just released the video for his brand new single ‘Paranoid’. Utilising his creativity during the COVID-19 lockdown, he sprang into action and filmed the video completely in isolation.’Paranoid’ follows Isaac Butler’s previous singles ‘Moon Song’, ‘Rescue Me’ and ‘Young Forever’ which have together racked up an amazing 1 million streams on Spotify so far. Butler’s debut single ‘Moon Song’ went on to great success being picked up by German TV show “The Bachelorette”, appearing on the show which broadcasts to over 2 million viewers per episode. Since writing his first song at age 12, and going on to record it for a children’s charity CD, his first love has been music, complete with a passion for writing and performing his own original work.

‘Paranoid’ is a radio ready summer tune that showcases Butler’s melodious songwriting and tight musicianship. Its a fun video featuring three Isaac’s to accompany an upbeat hook filled gem. 

Speaking of the video for ‘Paranoid’ Isaac Butler said “I know absolutely nothing about cameras, editing and making videos, throw Covid-19 and lockdown into the mix I was a bit lost! It’s amazing what you can do with an iPhone, your bedroom and a few YouTube tutorials. That sounds a little dodgy! I surprised myself though it was a bit of fun and I enjoyed making it!”

Isaac Butler’s show at The Sound House show is now rescheduled to 9 October 2020, with all original tickets valid for the new date. It is his second headline show, having sold out his debut in Whelan’s last November and follows a jam-packed festival season in 2019, which saw Isaac Butler play a host of festival dates around the country including Electric Picnic and Kaleidoscope.

Watch the video for ‘Paranoid’ below


Author : Danu

electro - rock, Indie, New Music, Synth Rock

Jack West ‘The Last Arcade’


Jack West has released his new single ‘The Last Arcade’.15 year old Jack West has already performed with grunge  icon Eddie Vedder before 30,000 at a festival in Nashville as well as collaborated with renowned Seattle producer Barrett Jones ( Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Jawbox) at his famed Laundry Room Studio on West’s debut eight song offering ‘For The Record’.

‘The Last Arcade’ takes a step away from West’s rock n’ roll style and ventures down a psychedelic-tinged rabbit hole into more 80’s synth pop/ rock. West’s smooth vocals coo and drift softly over the melty melody with breezy tones and feathey lightness as he creates a cool and chilled atmosphere through tightly layered musicianship. Weaving synths and wispy soundscapes encase the track while a steady beat and sprightly retro synth refrain brood in the backdrop. The bubbly keys and cheery buoyancy of the track contrasts the breezy tone of West’s voice and lush harmonies superbly. ‘The Last Arcade’ is a well crafted delight on the ears.

Jack West is developing his style and sound superbly. He has already shown he can rock out like the best of them but ‘The Last Arcade’ glimmers with a rich timeless capacity. West takes his time to groove and slide with precision utilizing synths and 80’s pop rock with a retro jazzy piano tone to flesh out his unique and ambitious sound. You can expect great things to happen for this budding young artist.

Stream ‘The Last Arcade’ below 


Author : Danu

Blues, New Music, Singer/Songwriter

Ben Railway Robey ‘The Glory’s Mine’

Ben Railway Robey has released his latest single ‘The Glory’s Mine’. Ben Railway Robey delivers a polished and authentic blues rock sound with his nuanced guitar playing and husky vocals. With his modern blues he brings together old and new styles to express his own personal experiences. Having toured across the UK and Europe, he made his live debut in Chicago Illinois in 2019.

Laced in raw blues tones ‘The Glory’s Mine’ showcases Ben Railway Robey’s honest and gritty songwriting. His raspy vocals blend and harmonise superbly with the soulful backing vocals as the track glimmers with gospel hues. Inspired by the connection he feels between him and his guitar, and the difficulties he has faced as a musician in his hometown, the song celebrates his success in spite of adversity. As the strong riffs and light ornamentation on guitar flourish the track holds a sense of strength and resilience. Ben Railway Robey set out to be an example to those who are considered outcasts that if you believe in what you’re doing it will prevail in the end and ‘The Glory’s Mine’ is a compelling number to represent this. 

Stream ‘The Glory’s Mine’ below 


Author : Danu

Indie, Indie Quick Picks, New Music

Indie Quick Picks – Featuring Longcoats, Black Violets and Kelan Galligan

Longcoats

Genre : Indie

Bio : Longcoats are an Indie/Pop Rock band from Bath, Somerset. The band’s debut single has nearly 5K listens and their second has 2K with its official lyrics video at 12.4K and still counting. The band plan to release their debut EP at Halloween 2020.

Track: Drag

Why We Like It: This jaunty indie gem is filled with passionate musicianship and exhilarating instrumentation which is sure to set a live audience alight. It’s fun, buoyant and brimming with oodles of youthful energy. From zest stricken guitar jabs to intricate bass rumbles and punchy drums this track has an instant likability. The band saturates a melty melody in an effervescent backdrop while laying down catchy potent lyrical content and a bellow at the top of your lungs chorus. With raspy passionate vocals and tight production Longcoats have created a refined engaging track that is satisfying to listen to. 

You Can Follow Longcoats on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/longcoatsband/

Stream ‘Drag’ below 

Black Violets

Genre : Alternative

Bio :  Black Violets formed at the beginning of 2017. Based out of Cork city, the 4 piece have spent the majority of that time forming their alternative/electro/post punk sound. They have achieved airplay on radio stations in Ireland such as 2fm, Classic Hits 4fm, Red FM, WLR FM, KCLR Fm, 2xm as well as a UK (Newcastle) and US (San Diego 91X) radio station.

Track: Falling On The Radio

Why We Like It: It’s an infectious slice of electronic rock. The band create an adrenaline inducing number oozing a catchy chorus, driving guitars and shimmy ready percussion teamed with punchy drums and a fuzzy swirling soundscape. With an infectious sweet vocal refrain cooing over a deep bass rumble and dynamic vocals, ‘Falling On The Radio’ blends 80’s pop rock with an electronic soundscape to create a well crafted engaging earworm. 

You can follow Black Violets on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/weareblackviolets/

Watch the video for ‘Falling On The Radio’ below 

Kelan Galligan

Genre : Alt-folk Singer songwriter

Bio : Kelan Galligan is an alt-folk artist from Derry in Northern Ireland. He has recently released his new single ‘Shadows’ .

Track: Shadows

Why We Like It: ‘Shadows’ is an evocative piece of music. A soft twinkling on guitars and elegant piano provides the light first half of the track which leads into the clouded darker tone of the crescendo. The warm emotive vocals softly melt upon the dreamy melody while the track builds and blossoms as strings are introduced. This track flows with an effortless feathery lightness allowing the tender vocals to sparkle.The song darkens as it progresses, becoming more ominous. It feels like Galligan actually removed the sun from your day with a dark cold rain cloud. The warm horns, lamenting strings and rich production is impressive and marks Galligan as an artist to keep and eye on. His ability to create such rich and expressive music is masterful and sure to give you goosebumps.

You can follow Kelan Galligan on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/kftgalligan/

Stream ‘Shadows’ below 

You Can Follow Our Indie Quick Picks On Spotify Through The Link Below

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/32jNQJPiYaLG1fMWMUGPtn?si=oKpqEZz-TPCeFKUNmjE3Aw


Author : Danu

Alt- Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music, Psych-Pop, psychedelic

Palmas ‘Bad Dream’

Photo credit: Simon Wernovsky

NYC/Philadelphia-based band, Palmas, comprised of Kurt Cain-Walther (vocals/keys), Matthew Young (guitars), and Andrew Torre (drums, percussion, programming), announce their self-produced, debut album, ‘Endless Season’, with the release of first single, ‘Bad Dream,’ via Lost Colony Music.This new track is the band’s first in two years. It follows their 2016 EP, To The Valley, as well as 2017 single ‘Flowers’ and ‘Floating in the Dark’ and 2018 single, ‘Where Are You Going?’ 

Immersed in chilled funk flavoured grooves, ‘Bad Dream’ announces Palmas’ return with new wave, psychedelic textures and ruminating lyrics. The band pivot the track around a funky bass line and rich percussion while the warm glistening guitars weave threads of sun kissed delight throughout.

Though the lyrics are melancholic the track’s sonics bubble and bounce throughout giving a laid back upbeat atmosphere to the song as the melody drifts freely over the beautifully evolving instrumentation and R&B elements. Kurt Cain-Walther’s passionate vocals saturate ‘Bad Dream’ in sweet, lush and warm tones. His soulful voice suits this track perfectly as his supple falsetto glides seamlessly over the sleek melody. 

The trio take a step away from the retro melodic sound we saw in ‘To The Valley’. They have refined the lush intricacies within their musicianship to create a new wave, indie pop gem coated in sombre R&B hues.This R&B element adds a night-time cool undertone to the song providing a wonderful contrast to the sultry, rich backdrop. There are musical residues of The Weeknd blended through the bands mature cultivated sound and clean production however ‘Bad Dream’ takes the band’s summer sound to a different level with darker undertones and a cooler approach.

Versatility is a key element to success in the music industry. Palmas have demonstrated they are more than adept at adjusting to various genre styles without losing their identity. Palmas keep getting better and better with each new release. Their ability to create rich tantalising music is mesmersing and a joy to listen to.

About the track The band said : “Bad Dream” is about realizing you’re in a place you never should have been. The protagonist is experiencing the same thing over and over again and it’s driving them insane. It could be a long winter, a relationship that has deteriorated, or a job that you hate going to day after day after day. The lyrics and the idea of an “Endless Season” became a focal point for the narrative and eventually went on to become the title of the entire record. At its roots, this track felt like an anthem to a period of depression and the self-realization of needing to confront it.”

Watch the video for ‘Bad Dream’ below 


Author : Danu

Acoustic Set, Live Music, New Music, Takeover

Event News : Luke Clerkin Takeover

Luke Clerkin will takeover our Instagram and Facebook for a live stream on Wednesday at 8.00 pm

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/indie_buddie/

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/indiebuddie/

Following the critical success of ‘Stones’, Dublin singer-songwriter Luke Clerkin is set to release a new single on June 5th. ‘Nocturnal’ will be the second release from Luke’s upcoming EP, ‘What Little Time We Have’, with this release seeing him move into a more full-band sound. The songs on ‘What Little Time We Have’ were produced by previous collaborator Gavin Doyle, as well as Jack Keenan, at Cabin Space Studios in Dublin. They were mastered by the internationally renowned, Pete Maher (Jack White, Damien Rice, U2), in London.

Clerkin has warm passionate vocals and his rich songwriting and melodious tunes are sure to make for a great live stream


Author : Danu

Indie: (n) an obscure form of rock which you only learn about from someone slightly more hip than yourself.

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