Live Review: Dutch Criminal Record – PowerHaus, London 24/03/23
Playing their biggest headline show to date, indie-rock risers Dutch Criminal Record had no issue filling the iconic PowerHaus venue (formerly Dingwalls), which has previously hosted huge names from Coldplay to Foo Fights and Etta James to The Sex Pistols. The energy in the room was electric and it felt as if I was witnessing …
Track: Comforts Shine On New Indie Fizzer ‘Get Out Your Head’
Brighton 4-piece Comforts release their latest indie stunner ‘Get Out Your Head’, a vibrant display of emotive songwriting adorned with some cracking guitar sounds. Opening with punching drums doused in gated reverb, the bands stylistic layer of chorus tinted guitar lines rush in above the driving plucked bass. Topped by lead vocalists Sam, urgent-yet-melancholic, High-octane-yet-reflective …
Track: Totten Bridge Returns With Anthemic New Rock Bop ‘Control’
NYC Rocker Totten Bridge returns with the explosive, anthemic and all round exciting new single ‘Control’. Honing his diverse music approach, blending elements of rock with pop melodies and subtle electronic flecks, ‘Control’ showcases the most complete sound to come from the solo artist yet. Blending punching, distortion tinted beats, layers of luscious piano, synth …
News: Gary Hempsey Blends Blues & Americana On New Single ‘Sinkhole’
Florida folk singer-songwriter Gary Hempsey injects some soulful blues licks into his new single ‘Sinkhole’. Bringing together heartfelt, poetic lyricism with a warming, organic sonic palette, Gary’s musical maturity and identity shines on ‘Sinkhole’. His husky, effortlessly charismatic lead vocal moves effortlessly over layers of bluesy electric guitar, strummed acoustics, warming piano, swelling organs, tight …
Album Review: Lenoy Barkai – Paper Crown
Lenoy Barkai showcases a range of influences on her new long listen ‘Paper Crown’, encompassing elements of classic rock, singer-songwriter, alt-pop and atmospheric indie. An inspiring creative album showcasing some stunning musical ideas and emotional depth it’s a shimmering debut displaying a lot of promise for the future. The album’s opener ‘Chemical Emily’ blends atmospheric …
Track: Electronic Nu-Soul Beauties Dragonfruit Share Title Track From Upcoming EP ‘Honeymoon Phase’
Dutch Neo-Soul-come-Electronic-Pop quartet Dragonfruit shine on their elegant, grooving new single ‘Honeymoon Phase’. Employing a swing heavy, lo-fi beat, swelling synths and a beautifully rounded bass surrounded by a gentle wash of vinyl crackle, the track captures a vibrant electronic euphoria in it’s pulsing sound soundscape. Topped with infectiously catchy vocal lines and silky smooth …
News: Jodie Bryant Announces This Months ‘Discover Monthly Live’ London
BBC Radio 1 and BBC Introducing Sussex & Surrey presenter and renowned champion of new music Jodie Bryant announces the latest ‘Discover Monthly Live’ showcase in collaboration with Hot Vox, taking place March 22nd at Roadtrip & Workshop, London. Aimed at introducing both potential fans and industry professionals to new talent, the event is building …
Track: Awir Leon Shares Beguiling & Beautiful New Single ‘A Million Other Days’
Awir Leon returns with the thoughtful, experimental and beautiful new single ‘A Million Other Days’, a single which serves to offer a look at the more tender side of the upcoming album Love You, Drink Water. Carving a unique sonic pallet, brining together elements of electronica, alternative hip hop and indie-pop across his material, Awir …
News: Russell Hepplewhite Releases ‘Herstory’, Three Tracks Teaching Children About Inspiring Female Figures Through Classical Music
Acclaimed composer Russell Hepplewhite releases the new 3 track release ‘Herstory’, an EP in collaboration with lyricist Helen Eastman and Farnham Youth Choir (conducted by Patrick Barrett). Aimed at teaching Children about inspiring female figures throughout history, each track is about a different inspirational woman and their achievements: Speaking about the release Russell adds: “Herstory …
Premiere: Ziggy D’Amato Shines On New Single ‘Tina’s Nite Club’
Taken from his upcoming EP ‘Maya Blue’, Ziggy D’Amato shares the vibrant new single ‘Tina’s Nite Club’. We’re very excited to be running the premiere! Showcasing a driving indie-rock energy, the track gives an exciting look at Ziggy’s infectious musical approach, managing to mix rock tendencies and thoughtful, more pop influenced moments. Blending tasteful yet …