Music
Live Review and Gallery: Kid Congo & The Pink Monkey Birds with Kim Salmon, The Republic Hotel, Hobart, 24/04/2024
I was with a couple of friends at the iconic Republic Hotel in Hobart who had never seen Kid Congo & the Pink Monkey Birds live before. I felt a certain level of envy about what they were about to witness for the first time. I recalled the first time I saw the band around …
Say Psych: News: Rotterdam’s Left of the Dial Festival – The Line-Up (so far…)
Last year, BSM had the pleasure of being part of the 2023 edition of the Left of the Dial, and needless to say, we were obsessed, and we are going back this year. To Left of the Dial, all bands are equally important. There are no headliners and even though not everyone might know the …
Say Psych: News: Edinburgh Psych Fest announces more names!
Edinburgh Psych Fest, the sister festival to the UK’s leading Psychedelic music and arts festival Manchester Psych Fest, has announced the second wave of acts joining the bill for this September’s festival. Off the back of a huge first lineup announcement that featured Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Temples and NewDad, Edinburgh Psych Fest reveals more exciting …
Track: Susanna signals new album Meditations on Love, with lead single Everyone Knows
Susanna’s upcoming album, “Meditations on Love,” promises to be a profound exploration of the intricacies of human relationships. Her lead single, “Everyone Knows,” sets the stage for this introspective journey, offering a refreshing departure from the typical narratives of love found in mainstream music. Rather than focusing solely on the euphoria of new love or …
Track: Willie J Healey strikes gold with new single, The Apple
Willie J Healey’s latest single, “The Apple,” is a delightful continuation of his musical journey, following the success of his acclaimed album “Bunny.” The track effortlessly blends elements of ’70s funk and vintage soul into the mix, whilst tipping his hat towards influences such as Neil Young and Elvis Costello, resulting in a warm and …
Track: Pom Poko reveal infectious title track from forthcoming album, Champion
Pom Poko’s latest single, “Champion,” offers a tantalizing glimpse into their forthcoming album of the same name, slated for release on August 16th via Bella Union. The Norwegian quartet delivers their signature blend of quirky, ambitious post-punk with a knowing glance towards prog pop with finesse, showcasing their penchant for catchy melodies and infectious energy. …
Swedish drone rockers The Janitors release glorious new single, Lies
The Janitors’ latest single, “Lies,” offers a haunting glimpse into their upcoming album, “An Error Has Occurred,” set to release on May 24th via Rocket Recordings. With a sound seemingly a direct descendant of the Velvet Underground, the track is steeped in darkness and carries a slightly ominous aura. Of the track, the band say …
Album Review: Harvestman –‘Triptych: Part One’ : a breath-taking opening to an epic drone-folk series.
Steve Von Till (aka Harvestman) has always been a deep thinker who aims to reach beyond the surface level with his music. Probably more widely known as guitarist/vocalist/lynch pin of seminal post metal pioneers Neurosis and their experimental avant offshoot Tribes Of Neurot, his wider creative intentions have necessitated the release of a vibrant catalogue …
News: Girl In Red Is Doing It Again Announces Australian Tour
From Oslo to Oz: Girl in Red ‘Doing It Again Baby!’ on Australian Shores!
Track: Tahi’s ‘Wolf Grin’ has a blinding dream pop sparkle as live dates announced.
Tahi are a relatively new phenomena in the southern city of Hobart, but in their short life span so far have released a series of highly impressive and utterly delectable singles, as well as playing some dynamic live shows. They have now released a new single, ‘Wolf Grin’ ahead of a few more lived dates …