![Listen: OneRepublic - If I Lose Myself [New Single]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4794532_lg.jpg)
Words: Saam Das I have a bit of a mixed relationship with pop. In some respects, I am massively disinterested in the area - I didn't watch or indeed bother to find out anything about this week's BRIT Awards. Yet at the same time, I have a massive love for pop hits. And this new OneRepublic (not to be confused with One Direction ) single deserves to be a huge hit. You probably [...]
![TV Review: Derek (2013) Episode Four [4oD]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4793659_lg.jpg)
'Derek' Series 1, Episode 4 (UK Airdate: 20 Feb '13) // Words: Saam Das I'm starting to think that Ricky Gervais has adopted a sneakily brilliant formula for his episodes - open in the dodgiest manner possible, introduce a despicable character, give said character their just desserts, and finish by basking in heartfelt triumph. This week's episode began with a dreadful autograph selling scene, followed up by wrestling. Thankfully, things soon improved. Especially when 'Steal My Sunshine' came on. [...]
![Surfacing: Jonny Pierce [New Act]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4792427_lg.jpg)
Words: Saam Das I'm not quite sure what's going on with The Drums at the moment but it appears to be full steam ahead for their frontman Jonny Pierce as he goes on a solo vaunt. Having guested on tracks for several other bands of late, Pierce is set to release his debut solo album shortly. Listen to a couple of tracks set to appear on the record below. Pierce collaborated with [...]
'Wreck-It Ralph' 3D (UK Release: 8 Feb '13) // Words: Saam Das It feels almost perverse that American audiences had the pleasure of watching the latest Disney(-Pixar) effort 'Wreck-It Ralph' a good four months before the animated feature arrived in UK cinemas earlier this month. It's well worth the wait, an enjoyable, life-affirming adventure that pays homage to the history of video gaming. 'Paperman' , the stunning short that precedes the film helps too. [...]
Words: Rajan Lakhani When The Virgins first surfaced, many compared them to The Strokes . Like them, they hailed from New York and had the image, the attitude but most importantly, some brilliant, addictive pop songs, notably 'Rich Girls'. However, they did not achieve the same level of success, becoming restricted to almost ‘cult status’ and referenced on hipster programmes like 'Gossip Girl' . Over four years have passed since the release [...]
THUMPERS and LULS live at Tooting Tram & Social (15 Feb '13) // Words + Photo: Saam Das I was pretty close to going to medical school in Tooting back in the day. I'm glad that didn't quite work out for many reasons, one of which being the fact that the area isn't particularly inspiring. It's certainly not a complete disaster though and the Tooting Tram & Social is one of London's best pubs/venues. It played host to the fine duo [...]
The Courteeners - 'Anna' (UK Release: 4 Feb '13) // Words: Emily Solan People say that the second album is the hardest but I don't believe that - the 'difficult second album' curse generally lowers expectations for album two so you're either underwhelmed or blown away. Album three is the important one, the one that determines whether you're a solid albums band or a repeat offender with more bad than good albums under your belt. Thankfully, 'Anna' has knocked it out [...]
![TV Review: Derek (2013) Episode Three [4oD]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4785036_lg.jpg)
'Derek' Series 1, Episode 3 (UK Airdate: 13 Feb '13) // Words: Saam Das Opening with genuinely the worst two minutes of television I've seen this year, Episode 3 of 'Derek' started off in a most dubious fashion. A brutal combination of Kev's sexploits and Derek licking a toad was particularly crass but thankfully, things eventually picked up. It certainly didn't immediately get better - Derek ( Ricky Gervais ) calling an ambulance to [...]
![Listen: LULS - Never Let It Go [New Single]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4781452_lg.jpg)
Words: Saam Das Since stepping out of the shadows late last year, LULS seem to be on a continuous rise. Following a well-received double A-side single, 'Youth'/'Swing Low', the trio have impressed in the live arena, notching up support slots with Theme Park and Peace along the way. New single 'Never Let It Go' is another storming effort. Somewhat surprisingly 'Never Let It Go' hasn't quite had the press its [...]
Kraftwerk live at Tate Modern, London (8 Feb '13) // Words: Rajan Lakhani The word ‘great’ gets used far too often to describe music artists – it’s like the term ‘world-class’ to describe a footballer – with its overuse making it almost meaningless. But if there is one band truly deserving of the term, it’s Kraftwerk . To say they are to electronic music what The Beatles are to Rock ‘n’ roll is a severe understatement. While the latter had [...]
![Listen: Bordeauxxx - Stupid Noble Reasons [New Single]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4776708_lg.jpg)
Words: Saam Das It's entirely possible that you enjoy Valentine's Day. I'm pretty non-plussed about it. My best Valentine's Day experience was watching Hugh Grant/Sandra Bullock romcom 'Two Weeks Notice' at the cinema. My girlfriend at the time fell asleep within about ten minutes but I quite enjoyed the film. Bordeauxxx 's latest single 'Stupid Noble Reasons' reminds me of those mixed emotions. In case you're wondering why I'm harping on [...]
![Listen: BASTILLE - Things We Lost In The Fire [Demo]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4776376_lg.jpg)
Words: Saam Das I've had this post in draft since July 2011 and with the news that 'Things We Lost In The Fire' is set to appear on the debut BASTILLE album, 'Bad Blood' , it seems appropriate to resurrect the piece. We're really excited to welcome the new album and here's an opportunity to hear a very old demo of 'Things We Lost In The Fire'. The demo dates back to [...]
Words: Saam Das When it comes to new year tips/ones to watch lists, there are generally three types of onlookers - the ones who eagerly proffer their own tips, ones who just don't care and those that consider such lists as an affront to music. At FADED GLAMOUR , we're very much in the first camp. But before looking forward, we're here to look back at last year's ones to watch . [...]
'Black Mirror' Series 2, Episode 1: 'Be Right Back' // Words: Saam Das Charlie Brooker may have been long celebrated for his wit but his 'Black Mirror' signalled the writer as something greater. His stock has risen to such an extent that the debut offering from Series 2 of 'Black Mirror' has seen rising stars Hayley Attwell and Domhnall Gleeson star in the minimal exploration of life after death in the modern age, [...]
Words: Alison Potter, Emily Solan, and Saam Das Sometimes we don't give pop quite the attention it deserves at FADED GLAMOUR . Then again, our definition of pop is probably looser than most people's. Anyway, here our ten favourite pop tracks of 2012, in a handy YouTube playlist. Gingers, Koreans, Girl Power - we've got it all covered. YOUTUBE PLAYLIST: [...]
Words: Simon Opie Contrary to what you may think this column likes to look forwards just as much as look backwards – perhaps even more. So it’s a real pleasure to feature four new singles from emerging artists that I like to think will reward your attention. Check out Turrentine Jones , The Deep Red Sky , Umez and The Dirty Nil below. First up are Manchester three-piece [...]
![TV Review: Derek (2013) Episode Two [4oD]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4769940_lg.jpg)
'Derek' Series 1, Episode 2 (UK Airdate: 6 Feb '13) // Words: Saam Das The reception to the opening episode of Ricky Gervais ' latest project 'Derek' proved fairly mixed, albeit falling on the positive side. The lack of humour concerned me but I felt some of the dramatic moments were particularly well played and again, it's more of the same in Episode Two. Except with more actual jokes! Spoilers follow. Admittedly, the [...]
![Download: Thumpers - Velveteen [New B-Side]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4768697_lg.jpg)
Words: Saam Das London duo Thumpers released their debut single this week, the excellent 'Dancing's Done'. With the release coming out on 7" vinyl, download and cassette, they've had a few B-Sides to spare. Listen to one of those cuts, 'Velveteen', below and download. 'Velveteen' might not start in typically inspiring Thumpers fashion but it does eventually get to the joyous hands-in-the-air sound that the band are quickly becoming famous for. It's [...]
'No' (UK Release: 8 Feb '13) // Words: Saam Das Michael Haneke 's 'Amour' might be set for this year's Best Foreign Language Oscar, thanks to its string of other nominations, yet fellow nominee 'No' could prove to be its most significant challenger. Set in Chile during the late 1980s, 'No' stars Gael Garcia Bernal as an ad executive who unexpectedly finds himself at the heart of a generation-changing political campaign. [...]
![Surfacing: F.U.R.S [New Band]](http://cdn.elbo.ws/posts/4765348_lg.jpg)
Words: Jack Thomson There appears to be a number of bands coming through at the moment with real garage guitar pop influences, and F.U.R.S are no exception. Led by brother and sister Liam and Elle Wade and featuring drummer Olly Bets, the London-based band have announced details of the release of their debut single 'Striptease'. I must admit that on a first listen, the track did seem fairly forgettable and it was only [...]
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