Track: Black Country, New Road return with the staggering new single ‘Besties’
Black Country, New Road’s latest single, Besties, exudes a delightful sense of whimsy, characterised by their typically eclectic instrumentation. The track seems like ‘baroque indie’ (if such a thing exists), featuring a melody that is both memorable and uplifting, leaving you with a smile on your face at every twist and turn contained within. Intricate …
Track: Rosetta Stone give (Don’t Fear) The Reaper a gothic makeover
Goth survivors Rosetta Stone’s latest single, a cover of Blue Öyster Cult’s (Don’t Fear) The Reaper, reimagines the 1976 classic through a long black overcoat and dark eyeshadow. While the song has seen various renditions over the years, including notable versions by Heaven 17 and the Goo Goo Dolls, Rosetta Stone’s take stands out for …
Track: The Kooks return with new single Never Know, ahead of May album release
The Kooks’ latest single, Never Know, offers a knowing nod to their earlier sound, featuring sprawling guitars and splashes of organ that decorate something that feels fresh but familiar. The track captures the excitement of a newly discovered romance, as frontman Luke Pritchard explains: It’s a love song about a cute meet with someone unpredictable. …
Track: The Moonlandingz return after seven year hiatus with new single, The Sign of A Man
The Moonlandingz have triumphantly returned after a seven-year hiatus with their latest single, The Sign of a Man.This slightly left-field synth-pop anthem features breathy spoken vocals from frontman Johnny Rocket (Lias Saoudi) and gospel-like backing harmonies, creating a unique and captivating sound. The song juxtaposes pop elements with punk sensibilities, offering singalong choruses amid the …
Track: Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs reveal brilliant new single Stitches ahead of new album Death Hilarious
Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs return with Stitches, a track that is unmistakably theirs; driven by towering riffs, Matt Batty’s primal growls, and an unrelenting, chaotic energy. But amid the usual storm, they’ve unearthed something more immediate, something essential. There’s a newfound sense of melody lurking beneath the distortion, an urgency that makes …
Track: Stereophonics release new single ‘There’s always gonna be something’ alongside new album news
Stereophonics return in fine form with There’s Always Gonna Be Something, the first single from their upcoming album Make ‘em Laugh, Make ‘em Cry, Make ‘em Wait, due for release on April 25th. It’s unmistakably Stereophonics, with Kelly Jones’ trademark husky growl guiding the song through every twist and turn, balancing grit with melody in …
Track: Katherine Priddy encapsulates the move from Winter to Spring in new single, Daybreaker
Katherine Priddy’s latest single Daybreaker, released via Cooking Vinyl, is a stunning collaboration with Poet Laureate Simon Armitage that beautifully captures the transition from winters grip to the warmth of spring. Following the success of Close Season, this second track in their poetic-musical project embodies hope and renewal, both in its lyrical themes and its …
Live Review: The Magic Numbers / Rhiannon Scutt- The Foundry, Sheffield 25.01.2025
The Foundry in Sheffield was taught with anticipation as a packed crowd gathered to witness The Magic Numbers deliver an unforgettable performance, certainly for this first timer. The scene was set with an emotive set by singer-songwriter Rhiannon Scott, whose heartfelt melodies and poignant lyrics captivated the audience, setting a perfect tone for the night. …
Track: My Morning Jacket herald new album with beautiful new single ‘Time Waited’
My Morning Jacket’s new single, Time Waited, is a masterclass in classic songwriting that feels both timeless and fresh. The track opens with an almost lounge feeling that luxuriates in its own melody, setting a dreamy tone and subtly introducing its clever twist on the old adage, ‘waits for no man’ – the twist being….well, …
Track: Bromheads Jacket burst back into life with new single ‘The Grind’
Older and wiser maybe, but Bromheads Jacket have returned, and they’ve done so with all the bite and swagger of their early days. The Grind opens with filthy, snarling guitar riffs that push and recede like a restless tide, driving the track forward with an unrelenting urgency. This is Bromheads mark 2: driving, melodic indie …