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News: Swedish Singer Vargen Unveils Live Studio Session as Teaser for Upcoming Album

Simon Lucas-Hughes November 23, 2023

In anticipation of his self-titled album dropping on November 10th, Swedish singer Vargen treats fans to a captivating studio session previewing the project’s live experience. Backed by a full band, Vargen delivers poignant soundscapes with gritty instrumentation, dynamic vocals, and wistful lyricism, exploring themes of characters, dreams, and love. The 40-minute video features original compositions …

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News: Oliver Pinder Announces UK Tour, Shares New Single ‘pretty faces’

Simon Lucas-Hughes November 23, 2023

Oliver Pinder releases the explosive new single ‘pretty faces’ ahead of his upcoming UK tour. Departing from his indie-folk roots, the new single see’s Pinder move into a more rock led diorection, whilst also encompassing dappled synth lines. Built around a growling, fuzz soaked bass and soaring guitar riffs, the track instantly captures a senses …

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News: To Kill a King, Release New Live EP ‘Unplugged In Berlin’ From Recent Tour With Bastille

Simon Lucas-Hughes November 23, 2023

To Kill a King, unveils new 6 live track EP ‘Unplugged In Berlin’. Recorded on the 2018 Bastille Re-orchestrated tour in Berlin, the 6 tracks showcase a stripped-back arrangements, topped with the bands stylistic emotive, commanding lead vocals. The focus track, ‘Choices,’ performed with Charlie Barnes and Bastille’s charismatic frontman, Dan Smith offers a highlight …

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Track: Charlie Clark is back with new band Yama Rama, signing to Bubblebrain Records and new double singles ‘Influencers Must Die!’ and ‘Drunk As Fuck’

Arun Kendall November 23, 2023

The highly talented Charlie Clark played in indie band Astrid before decamping to lead another life in LA as a music producer and artistic entrepreneur. He eventually returned to Scotland and this time last year released his brilliant solo album ‘Late Night Drinking’ (see my review here) and revived Astrid. Clark has earned a cult status amongst public …

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Premiere: Slow Cinema have a new single ‘Pocket Knife’, and it’s a sharp, precise anthem that swings like a machete. Tour dates announced.

Arun Kendall November 22, 2023

We are honoured to premiere today the absolutely scintillating slice of indie pop ‘Pocket Knife’ from Mulubinba/Newcastle-based indie-rock band Slow Cinema. With its razor sharp guitars and yearning emotive vocals, this is anthemic stadium-ready rock at its most invigorating. If you need a benchmark or point of reference, think of a merging of DMA’s and …

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News: Swedish Singer Vargen Unveils Live Studio Session as Teaser for Upcoming Album

News: Oliver Pinder Announces UK Tour, Shares New Single ‘pretty faces’

News: To Kill a King, Release New Live EP ‘Unplugged In Berlin’ From Recent Tour With Bastille

Track: Charlie Clark is back with new band Yama Rama, signing to Bubblebrain Records and new double singles ‘Influencers Must Die!’ and ‘Drunk As Fuck’

Premiere: Slow Cinema have a new single ‘Pocket Knife’, and it’s a sharp, precise anthem that swings like a machete. Tour dates announced.

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