Album review: Lightning Bug – A Color of the Sky
A therapeutic album from the NYC trio, in a more direct version
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Album Review – Ferocious Dog – The Hope
The mighty folk punk band Ferocious Dog have released their new album ‘The Hope’ via Graphite Records. An album which is full of their unique Celtic brand of folk punk…
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Album review: Mildred Maude – ‘Sleepover’: From Cornwall with beautiful, incendiary love
SONIC CATHEDRAL: it may not be the most prolific of labels in terms of releases – but never mind the width; feel the quality. Just take a look back, wouldya,…
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Album Review: The Institutes deliver a magnificent indie pop debut in ‘Colosseum’: an edifice of pure gold.
It’s hard not to resort to hyperbole when you come across a debut like ‘Colosseum’ from Coventry band The Institutes. You cannot help but hear in the DNA of this…
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Say Psych: Live Review: Snapped Ankles @ Gorilla, Manchester 13.10.2021
Snapped Ankles were formed in 2011 out of one of east London’s warehouse communities and have continued their unimagined rise ever since. They defy convention at every turn from wearing…
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Album Review: Aliens – 30lbs of Air
Aliens have dodged a bullet with 30lbs of Air – a “concept album” that captures the essence of war while escaping the clichés. The term “concept album” tends to send…
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Album Review: Australian punk legends The Hard Ons release thunderous new album ‘I’m Sorry Sir, That Riff’s Been Taken’ and announce national tour.
The Hard-Ons have remained one of the most influential Australian punk bands for decades on end. Following the recruitment of beloved rock ‘n’ roll singer Tim Rogers the group have…
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Say Psych: Album Review: The Gluts – Ungrateful Heart
Out now on Fuzz Club Records, Ungrateful Heart is the fourth album from Milan-based group The Gluts. Whilst their previous releases traded in an explosive psychedelic noise-rock, Ungrateful Heart sees…
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News: Simon Heartfield to release new album, Brief Unity of Time
“This is an album I’ve wanted to make for some time” says multi-talented producer, performer, DJ, and one half of techno duo Total State Machine, Simon Heartfield. It draws on his…
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EP: Anna Smyrk’s sparkling EP ‘The Hour Between Us’ is a melodic collection of glittering gems.
Last month we had the honour to premiere the single ‘The Excavator’ from Melbourne artist Anna Smyrk which showcased her gorgeous vocals and bright pop style. Smyrk has now released…
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