Probably the best demo I've ever heard? Near enough. Check out the blistering and hauntingly powerful new track by Nashville's Mikky Ekko streaming above now. f: www.facebook.com/mikkyekko
No matter how much music you think you listen to, you really barely scrape the surface, even after all the trawling through countless music blogs, PR emails and the odd Soundcloud search. It's why I'm so thankful for knowing great people with equally good tastes in music. Introduced to Old Colours by my good friend Chloe just under a year ago it's been great to hear the bands progression and playing ability develop over this short time span. From humble beginnings of folk inspired pop the band have crafted their style in [...]
Really loving the latest track by Germany's Xul Zolar . With Vimes on production duties you know it's going to be something special.Check it out above. f: www.facebook.com/xulzolar
Londoners Men's Adventure return with a summery fresh new single entitled Feeling Bad . Formed through the long-term friendship of Jimmy Casson & Alfie Smith the duo craft beautiful melodies dripping in psychedelic charm. Drawing big influence from the Western Rock scene with a twinge of Surf Pop for good measure you can't help but fall in love with its jangly guitars and laid back appeal. Check out the first track from the forthcoming debut EP ' Solitary Trip ' above, due out June 24th via Dirty Bingo Records. f: [...]
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In hot anticipation of their forthcoming debut album Kodaline have released a beautiful acoustic version of their single Love Like This . Whilst the original burst with charm and charisma the Irish quartet have managed to flip the tables adding a whole new twist through its stripped back appeal. In as poignant manner as ever Kodaline manage to captivate and engage through this emotionally distraught rendition led by the solemnity of its lonesome piano. The heartwarming arrangement showcasing the bands ability in channelling their energy and affection as Stephen Garrigan's tender, pain-stricken vocals [...]
As the Manchester four-piece premiere the closing track from their forthcoming IV EP (Due May 20th via Dirty Hit Records) we're greeted by a much more sincere and sentimental side to the band. Whilst essentially a modern day love song detailing longing and loss, with Matthew Heal's breathy "I think I'm falling, I'm falling for you" forming the breathtakingly beautiful hook that runs throughout, the single provides a brilliant contrast to their previous music. Accompanied by long drawn out synths and a powerful driving focre through slow tempo percussion and their signature bouncy basslines fallingforyou plays [...]
Your Morning (Slow Magic Remix) by Andrea Slow Magic delivers an excellent remix of Andrea's Your Morning . You can pick up the full EP now on a pay what you want basis via Bandcamp . f: www.facebook.com/andrea.musiqu e f: www.facebook.com/slowwmagic
There's something so pure and fresh about Swedish music. I know I say it time and time again but they really have nailed the perfect song writing formula. Having recently signed to Dutch label 'Goomah Music' Lowing looks set to have a bright future ahead of him. With an upbeat charm running through the heart of his music accompanied by glossy tones that overlap and flow between each of the intricate layers of guitar you can't help but fall in love with this wonderful sound. With a debut album due in the Autumn we'll [...]
01. Wave 02. LA Calling 03.You & I 04. Separator 05. No Man 06. Bridge Of Bones 07. Love Natural 08. Are We One 09. These Nights 10. Everywhere For this to be my first taster of Crystal Fighters , some may consider it slightly criminal. When you come to realise ' Cave Rave ' is the London/Spanish band's sophomore album and they have a whole host of music available that has yet [...]
As Fenech-Soler ready their second album ' Rituals ' due out September 2nd via Warner Bros. Records they return with a brand new video for their latest single Magnetic . In a beautifully colour graded backdrop the band embark on a weird adventure across the city with some pretty strange goings on. As the Northamptonshire four-piece blend sunshine vibes with euphoric synths Magnetic becomes a pulsating summer anthem. Forging their lovable charm in to 3.54 minutes of pure excitement the band showcase their natural ability in producing such hybrid danceable pop. [...]
Ahead of the release of their new album ' Cave Rave ' due on May 27th Crystal Fighters have unveiled an album sampler video streaming clips of all 10 tracks. Check it out above featuring their current single You & I . With the euphoric sound they've engraved in their music, that courses through each and every track, it's evidently clear the new album will readily become your soundtrack to the summer. With a unique blend of instrumentation the London/Spannish band go a long way at creating the truly inspiring music we hear today. May 27th can't [...]
With the whole DIY sound making a strong comeback (although I'm not sure it ever left, maybe people are just finally noticing) no one seems to be doing it as good at Phoenix, AZ's Wolvves . It's been a while since I last posted about them but now their back with a brand new video for their latest single Live Forever . Returning with their hazy, fuzzed out sound the band continue to excel through their fresh take on Hip Hop inspired Pop-Punk as they go on to ready their debut [...]
It really would seem like The 1975 can do no wrong. As they return with their next single taken from the forthcoming IV EP, available May 20th (Dirty Hit/Polydor), the young four piece from Manchester excel themselves once more. Proving their more than just simple pop tune manufacturers the band continue to showcase their wide range of skills through Haunt//Bed's blissfully swirling synths as you become encased in its layered sublimity. As Matthew Healy's vocals float alongside the melodies it's easy to become lost amongst the tracks transcendental feel. Something of true ethereal beauty. [...]
Okay, so it only seems fitting I finish the evening on a hat trick of Australian artists. Stream the latest Flight Facilities track above. A little more energetic and vibey than their previous Clair De Lune single. Fantastic nonetheless! Released officially today in the US via Future Classic/Glassnote. f: www.facebook.com/flightfacilit ies
I seem to be having a right old Australian day here on the blog today (see previous post). But when the country's exports are this good, who's to complain. This time we have Sydney's psychedelic alt-rockers Deep Sea Arcade . In support of their UK and European tour dates the band are set to release the new single ' Granite City ' on 3rd June 2013 via New Music Club . With jangly guitars and a laidback summer vibe the track comes as the perfect accompaniment to the delightful weather the UK's been basking [...]
What a perfect day for new Glass Towers . The Australian four piece return with ' Halcyon ', the first single to be taken from their debut album due out this July. Building on the success of their previous tracks it's safe to say this Aussie band sure know a thing or two about conjuring up the most desirable, sun-kissed, Indie/Pop anthems. With glistening guitars and a powerful backdrop formed by their driving percussion you can't help but fall in love with Glass Towers' joyous music. Add in Benjamin Hannam's dynamic, commandeering voice [...]
Debuting as Zane Lowe's hottest record in the world tonight, Editors mark their triumphant return with A Ton Of Love , the first single from their forthcoming album ' The Weight Of Your Love '. Following quite a lengthy hiatus and with Chriz Urbanowicz's departure a lot of questions regarding the bands future direction were posed by fans. With the rumours quickly put to bed announcing two new members (Justin Lockey and Elliott Williams) and the promise of a new album in 2013 it's most certainly been a wait worthwhile as the latest single looks set to [...]
Image courtesy of Sophia Zaklikowski . As always here's a snapshot of what I've been loving over the past month. Some old. Some new. All great! Expect Pop, Indie, Synth, Chillwave, Electronica and whatever the hell else I fancied. Hope you enjoy. Download Tracks 01 - 23 Download Tracks 24 - 3 4 [...]
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