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Alt Rock, Alt- Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

Third Smoke ‘We Run In Bare Feet’

Irish Alternative-Indie collective Third Smoke have released their new single ‘We Run In Bare Feet’. The band have been making their mark with wild, energetic performances in national slots supporting Glen Hansard, Le Galaxie and Delorentos as well as their own UK tour and headline appearances at Whelan’s, the Roisin Dubh and the Spirit Store. Last year also saw the collective perform for the first time at Ireland’s leading live music series Other Voices as well as appearing at a range of notable festivals including Longitude, Electric Picnic and Sea Sessions. Their releases have garnered support from Today FM, Spin 103.8, BBC Northern Island, RTE Radio 1 and RTE2FM.

‘We Run In Bare Feet’ is a biting anthemic number that floods with adrenaline and intensity from the get go. These guys kick the emotion lever up to maximum with a pounding drum progression which pulses and throbs a heart racing rush through your veins while jangly guitars soar, sting and shrill through the all consuming soundscape. Not only is this track breathtaking, Hugh Donlon’s vocals pack one hell of a punch. His powerful wails, deep passionate tones and mighty exclaims are filled with such gusto its captivating as he surges emotion into the track leaving you hanging on the edge of your seat. The song is a dance friendly ethereal tune overflowing with energy as airy guitars inject sweet blasts and breezy stings into a razor sharp melody which slices and shreds through the shaky soundscape. Third Smoke have created a powerful melody-driven track that is punchy, crisp and a griping thrill ride.

You can catch Third Smoke live at :

26TH April – The Sound House | Dublin

Stream ‘We Run In Bare Feet’ below


Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

The Elephant Room ‘Bad News (For Good People)’

Dublin based The Elephant Room have released their new single ‘Bad News (For Good People)’which was recorded with Joe Mulcahy in Open Door Studios in Limerick city. Formed in 2017, The Elephant Room is a Lo-Fi, Indie-noise band composed of Frank, Shane and Ian. Their DIY approach to their music bleeds through to their art work and videos also, with everything being done in-house to create the bizarre, noir world that is The Elephant Room.

‘Bad News (For Good People)’ is a blissful swirl of melodic, intricate indie pop. With it’s sweet like honey melody floating delicately on an intoxicating bed of crashing sharp guitars and punchy rhythms this track is a tasty delight to tantalize the ears. Smooth vocals caress the melody with a moody laid back tone while the tasty guitars weave and wonder about the verses with a daydream stroll before blasting into the crashing rush of the chorus. The track has a grungy vibe while flurrying gracefully upon a delectable indie backdrop. It’s one for those lazy too hot to move days in the summer. The refined tight rhythms hold this fantastic track together with a binding of meaty grooves and punchy drum whacks as the guitars fester into a wailing wall of distortion. With its addictive melody, tight musicianship and thought provoking lyrical content ‘Bad News (For Good People)’ is another impressive, well crafted track from The Elephant Room.

You can catch The Elephant Room live at :

6th April – Wexford Art Centre, Wexford w/ The Motives

20th April – The Thomas House, Dublin 8 w/ Easy Tide and Father!

26th April – Odd Mollies, Drogheda w/ Hatchlings

Watch the video for ‘Bad News (For Good People)’ below


Alt Rock, Indie, indie rock, New Music, Rock and Roll

Little Avis ‘Ghalib’

Photo credit:  Trust A Fox Photography

Manchester post-punk four-piece Little Avis have released their second single of 2019 ‘Ghalib’.While the band has been around for a number of years the run of singles which started in January 2019 with “So Pretty” marks a resurgence for them and a commitment toward a post-punk sound.

With blistering guitars and stomping drums ‘Ghalib’ bulldozes Little Avis’ swagger steeped musicianship into your ears. It’s a chilled yet sweltering brew of alternative rock, indie and punk- splattered rock’n’roll. Scorching guitars slice through the snappy buoyant rhythm allowing this infectious number to blend the bands laid-back style with spiky attitude effortlessly, making for an exhilarating listen. With smooth panache-filled vocals, lush backing vocals and a catchy melody- this slicked back number is instantly like-able and cool.

About the track Frontman Lee Hunter said, “Ghalib is a homage to the Indian poet of that name containing a mixture of the poets own words and my own inspiration came from my research into my own Indian roots. The lyrics delve into the angst of loss, a longing for retribution and honest introspection, concluding the fragility and volatility of existence and the certainty of what comes to all that exist.”

Stream ‘Ghalib’ below

https://soundcloud.com/little-avis/ghalib-1


Alt Rock, Glam Rock, Indie, indie rock, New Music, Worth A Listen

Worth A Listen

Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From MESSIMER

MESSIMER have released their new single ‘Loose’.Hailing from Boise Idaho, MESSIMER is comprised of friends Luke Messimer, Dalton Mace, and Reggie Mace. 2019 will see them release a plethora of exciting new music as well as performances in many cities West of the Mississippi.

‘Loose’ is a groove-filled vibrant slap of swagger drenched rock n roll at is most dynamic and blistering. It’s an infectious charmer brimming with slick panache-drenched guitars that glissade, soar and elegantly weave sun kissed golden vibes through this riveting number. With a pounding punchy foot tapping beat and rooted elastic bass line this flamboyant track is instantly likable. A 70’s glam rock stomp surges adrenaline through your veins while the falsetto vocals, anthemic energy, luscious melody and strut ready persona make this track one hell of an explosion in your ears. With its tasty guitars, shimmy ready deliciousness,mighty/flaunty power and frantic refined musicianship ‘Loose’ makes MESSIMER one heck of a band not to miss.

Stream ‘Loose’ below

https://soundcloud.com/messimer/loose


Alt Rock, Indie Punk, indie rock, New Music, Punk Rock

CITYLIGHTZ ‘PROOF’

Indie Band CITYLIGHTZ have released their new single, ‘PROOF’. Following heavy support and being named the sound of 2019 by BBC Introducing West Midlands, receiving a nomination as Best Indie/Alternative band in the Birmingham Music Awards, performing on the Marshall stage at Introducing Live not to mention racking up over 35,000 streams of their debut single, CITYLIGHTZ are fast becoming juggernauts of the UK music scene.

‘PROOF’ is an erosive attitude slapped number with shredding guitar lines blistering through punchy drums creating a hyper agitated atmosphere. The lyrics spit through a fluid rap as CITYLIGHTZ tackle the issues of modern society while they pack the song with anthemic power and gusto. With a rooted bass groove jabbing behind the abrasive slick guitar lines this snappy track is another corrosive banger from CITYLIGHTZ.

Stream ‘PROOF’ below


Alt Rock, Blues, Blues Rock, Indie, Indie Blues, indie rock, New Music

Eoin ‘Chalk & Cheese’

Cork singer songwriter Eoin has released his new single ‘Chalk & Cheese’.The track is the first single off his upcoming album, ‘Reverie’.He has played headline slots in venues like DeBarra’s Folk Club and The Poor Relation as well as support slots in the Crane Lane and Roisin Dubh.

‘Chalk & Cheese’ is a smoky glide of blues rock that boasts the slick clean musicianship of Eoin. The verses smoulder with simmering twinkles on guitar and a foot tapping beat while Eoin’s raspy warm vocals exude passion and soul in every note. The track erupts into the fiery chorus which sees the guitars become more dominant and sharp as the drums pummel and pound. Eoin builds this track perfectly as he teases through the verses creating intensity with each section before the massive crescendo. It’s a refined, thrilling number that scalds and burns with exhilarating passion and charm.

Stream ‘Chalk & Cheese’ below


Alt Rock, Garage Rock, Grunge, indie rock, New Music, Rock

Munky ‘One in Five’

Photo credit :  Janson Bulpin, his instagram is beyondthenoise

Dublin’s grunge disco band Munky have released their new single ‘One in Five’ today. The track which was recorded and produced by Dan Doherty in Darklands Studios “is about victim blaming culture, and how ridiculous it is” and 100% of the proceeds of this song, songwriting royalties, sales, live performance royalties etc will be going to the DRCC (Dublin Rape Crisis Centre).

The new single is taken off the bands debut EP ‘Un, Deux, Trois, Cat’ which is being launched with a headline show in the Grand Social, Dublin on the 12th of April.

‘One in Five’ is a shrilling number. Acute and harsh with pain stricken vocals, punchy drums and stinging raw guitars – this dark track coils, ferments and spirals down into the depths of turmoil and distress. Zachary Stephenson’s vocals whirlwind from a disgusted factual tone to a heart wrenching exclaim of distress as he emotionally depicts the turmoil within the narration. The sweet guitars lament, pine and ache behind Stephenson’s agonizing vocals with a delicate air of innocence as the pounding aggressive rhythm bubbles and batters. It’s a heartbreaking, gripping track from Munky and one I highly applaud. The emotion displayed through refined, crisp and raw musicianship is compelling and deeply moving.

Stream ‘One in Five’ below


Alt Rock, Indie, indie rock, New Music

Air Miles ‘Friends’

Bristol based three-piece Air Miles have released their new single ‘Friends’. This gritty cocktail blends alternative rock with hip hop influences and anthemic vibes to create a wholly satisfying listen. Jagged guitars slice and carve their way through the flashing beat heavy soundscape with slick precision while the smooth raspy vocals coo over the catchy melody and lush harmonies. Perfectly layered the sharp fuzzed guitars meander and shift between grainy, rough to light and ethereal seamlessly creating rich textures while the hip hop influences gives a refreshing flavour and dance-able groove to this sublime new track from Air Miles.

Stream ‘Friends’ below


Indie, Indie Punk, indie rock, New Music, Post Punk

Pretty Happy ‘Mr. Crabs’

Cork based indie/ post punk rogues Pretty Happy have released their new single ‘Mr. Crabs’ from their upcoming EP. This raw track is a groove slapped number that throws unruly punk rock into your face while coarse guitars shred and saw through gravel coated vocals and buoyant rhythms. It’s unique presentation and catchy quirkiness with witty lyrics make this track one entertaining tune. With a punchy backdrop and rowdy soundscape battered through screams and slick instrumentation this trio present a theatrically ominous track that wails with obscure harmonies and a stomping beat.Its pretty thrilling.

Stream ‘Mr. Crabs’ below

https://open.spotify.com/track/3lkVZjmSXo8Tb831TOSxDG?si=nGdwdbpUTPGsAK-Mtn1WOw


Alt Rock, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

BELLES ‘Electric’

Brighton based alt-pop quartet BELLES have released their debut single ‘Electric’.The track, which is solely produced by bassist Sam Missing, is the first in a series of nostalgic tinged singles to be released this year. A combination of childhood friends and coincidental meetings, the Brighton newcomers comprised of George Clark (Vocals), James Westerman (Guitar), Sam Missing (Bass) and Alex Mold (Drums) formed at university and have already made a name for themselves along the south coast for their high energy and engaging live performances.

‘Electric’ is a kinetic youthful shot of adrenaline that uncoils it’s tasty indie sound delicately with each rich segment. The verses bounce and springboard with jangly guitars rebounding off punchy drums and an elastic bass feature while the chorus blisters and scorches with crashing guitars against an exhilarating backdrop. It’s upbeat with a melty catchy melody and an ethereal atmosphere laced with hyper energy. With a combination of dreamy love and angst-fueled lyrics that speak of a better time and smooth vibrant vocals this animated vivacious track is an impressive debut from BELLES.

About the track BELLES said: “‘Electric’ is about taking control of your life and allowing yourself to feel like you’re living again. It was the first song that we wrote together professionally and we love how natural it feels to us.”

Stream ‘Electric’ below

https://soundcloud.com/bellestheband/electric-mastered/s-6jOKw