First Listen: The Sons – “I’m Not Happy”
The Sons, an independent British five piece from Derby, draw inspiration for their alternative guitar pop from the likes of Crowded House, Wilco, Paul Simon and Fleetwood Mac, to create a current sound with...
Final Confession Releases Lyric Video for “Horizon”
Independent Michigan outfit Final Confession is excited to unleash their first lyric video for their single “Horizon.” The track, which can be heard below, is off the band’s debut EP entitled Ascension which was...
Brody Ramone: The Art of Putting Dirty Glitter in Your Ears
Brody Ramone is someone you should never take lightly, or with a grain of salt. You should take her with glitter. Dirty Glitter to be exact. And Dirty Glitter is the name of her show....
Al Walser: The Diagnosis is OCD
Whether you were for or against Al Walser’s Grammy nomination in 2013 in the Best EDM category for his song, “I Can’t Live Without You”, one thing is for certain. Al Walser keeps pushing...
First Listen: Band of Holy Joy – A Place Called Home
Photo courtesy of Chrissy Weller.
A big city pop song of tradition and place lost in the shiny new urban world of market forces, rising rents and social cleansing.
Following their release of Irvine Welsh's "favourite...
The Acfields release touching video for ‘Grabbed You By the Heart’
Dan and Hannah Acfield have released their stunning filmclip for their recent single 'Grabbed me by the Heart', a heart warming folky piece that could delve into even the most untouchable of souls.
The Acfields...
Imminence Records Sign Cries Of The Captive, Set to Reissue ‘Imperialist’
Imminence Records are pleased to announce that they have signed Utah deathcore outfit Cries Of The Captive. Lead Guitarist Jordan Huemiller had this to say on the signing, "We are beyond excited for the...
XOVA: When 9 Lives Are Not Enough
True working class heroes from multi racial and generational backgrounds, XOVA are the UK’s best Pop/Reggae outfit currently rocking the circuit. Masters of their vibrant and muscular sound, their vision nods the cap to...
Mary Joanna & The Southern Electrikk Debut Their New Single “Wasted”
Mary Joanna & The Southern Electrikk, fronted by the enigmatic Mary Joanna Coogan are a unique blend of dark synths, biting guitars and gritty bass lines interlaced with Mary’s soft yet irresistibly sinister vocals.
Formed...
Bowery At Midnight: From The Motor City to The World
Bowery at Midnight was started by Detroit musician & producer Randy Nelsen. Having written & recorded 10 songs in under 5 weeks, Randy quickly found himself in search of the best musicians in the...
Welcome Johnny Naylor as The 1st Shot Music Review
What's up everybody,
For those of you who know me know that I have put passion into a few different things over the past 4 years, the 1st 2 years was learning how to play...
In Your Time of Crisis, Call Mr Swagger
Crisis Mr. Swagger is more than just your typical Perth City man. He is a Pro-Pre-Established, Multi-Award winning Hip-Hop artist, re-introducing himself to a new audience since settling in Australia 14 months ago.
Born, Chisenga...
Meet the Slow Readers Club
The Slow Readers Club are a Manchester based indie /electro band whose music ranges from upbeat indie to angry, introspective downbeat ballads. Their critically acclaimed debut album, released in May 2012, received airplay on...
First Listen: Jimmy & The Revolvers’ ‘Whistle For My Love’
Formed in early 2013, Jimmy & the Revolvers are Jay Rehm on Vocals & Acoustic Guitar, Kurt Riley on Vocals & Bass, Jimmy Moon on Electric Guitar and Ash Michael on Drums. Bursting onto...
First Listen: Sonic Hearts Foundation Gives Us a Peek at the ‘Afterlife’
Sonic Hearts Foundation have something of a reputation for refusing to toe the line; a reputation reinforced by an impromptu guerrilla gig in 2012 which attracted two thousand people and resulted in the arrival...
Backslashes And Bad Ideas Sign With Imminence Records, Announce August Tour With Get Stoked
Building on their 2013 critical acclaim that included several Top Albums of 2013 lists and features on Alternative Press and AbsolutePunk, Backslashes And Bad Ideas have inked a deal with Imminence Records. Vocalist Nick...
The Sunday Reeds – Rock n Roll Fantasy to be Released August 1st
Following all the hugely positive reviews and widespread airplay for the first track from their upcoming EP 'Amour Tragique', we're really excited to be able to bring The Sunday Reeds' 'Rock n Roll Fantasy'...
The Oversight Releases “Far From Gone”
Boston alternative rock/pop punk outfit The Oversight has released Far From Gone, today, July 22nd. The EP features five tracks that features instantly stuck in your head melodies, close to home lyrics, and intricate arrangements to provide...
Clipping Releases CLPPING on Sub Pop Records
Guns at the ready, boys and girls, Clipping makes their Sub Pop label debut with the release of CLPPNG, an ambitious 14-track hurricane of intense hip hop. The group takes noise rap to a...