Category Archives: Indie Pop

Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

The Skullers ‘Brooklyn Girls’

The Skullers have released their new single ‘Brooklyn Girls’, the first track from their forthcoming EP due in October and produced by acclaimed Americana artist/producer Don DiLego. The Skullers have twice been featured as the Jersey Rock Band Of The Week on WRAT-FM 95.9 radio. Frontman Jack Skuller was recognized by Songmasters and the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame for his breakthrough talent as a singer/songwriter/performer.  They awarded him the Holly Prize in tribute to the legacy of Buddy Holly and in recognition of Skuller’s all-in-one talent in 2014.

‘Brooklyn Girls’ is a lushly melodic, richly crafted track as The Skullers spread their raw rock ‘n’ roll over a waltz tempo creating a unique and tantalizing sound. Passionate vocals coat the track in a raspy texture and lone ranger tone while the building instrumental backdrop adds tension and heart stopping adrenaline as the track builds to its crescendo. With light jaunty guitar glimmering through the foot stomping beat the track has a sweet sense of innocence however the melody floods the track in a melancholic tone and bittersweet atmosphere. The dramatic rhythmic thuds are hair raising and creates anticipation through the chorus. The track is layered and perfectly progressed to evoke emotion and almost apprehension as the track builds. The lush backing vocals and sweet falsetto embellishment by Jack Skuller aid to creating goosebumps in the listener with each subtle vocal lift or instrumental garnish. Passion, spirit and kinetic energy ooze from this sway-able shuffle as The Skullers once again present a mesmerizing tune to wrap your ears around. 

About the track Producer Don DiLego says:  “when Jack sent me the demo to ‘Brooklyn Girls’, I immediately wanted to be the one to record it. I felt the song captured a new spirit in the band, and a notable leap forward in the songwriting. And I can say, I wasn’t let down. The recording sessions for that song were what you’re always hoping for as a producer.”

Songwriter Jack Skuller notes “I felt compelled to write a song with a waltz time signature and a single chord progression to channel the hypnotic rhythms of a big city. We wanted to experiment and used Ebow instead of live strings and loved it!”

Watch the video for ‘Brooklyn Girls’  below 


Alt Rock, Alt- Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

The Spitfires ‘Enough Is Enough’

The Spitfires have released their new single ‘Enough Is Enough’.The band have had a #1 album in the UK Independent Chart and have supported the likes of Paul Weller. 2019 saw the band relentlessly tour across the UK and Europe.

‘Enough Is Enough’ is a vibrant indie number that showcases The Spitfires sophisticated and diverse musicianship. With funky rhythms bouncing through light guitar flurries while triumphant horn elements blast through the catchy melodies and soft vocals this track is energetic and brimming with passion. The rich percussion creates a dance along bop and shimmy as the emotive lyrics and radiant textures create a smooth easy listen effect while the zest filled guitars add a dash of edginess to the song. This breezy, lush track is a sublime new addition to The Spitfires repertoire.

The band have also announced a coinciding ‘Enough Is Enough’ tour for October, so there’s plenty going on! They’ll be heading to:

4th Oct – Bootleg Social / Blackpool

5th Oct – The Grand / Clitheroe

10th Oct – The Forum / Tunbridge Wells

12th Oct – Chinnerys / Southend

18th Oct – Moles / Bath

24th Oct – Old Courts / Wigan

26th Oct – Polar Bear / Hull

21st Dec – 229 / London

Stream ‘Enough Is Enough’ below


Alt- Pop, EP Review, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

The Covasettes ‘It’s Always Sunny Above The Clouds’ EP

The Covasettes have released their debut EP ‘It’s Always Sunny Above The Clouds’. Catching the summer sun and bottling it in this glorious four track EP The Covasettes have captured summer and made it bite-size and ready to unleash anytime of the year for nostalgic daydreaming or for enjoying as you create those summer memories. Brimming with zesty radiant guitar and catchy melodies each track is a lustrous gem. From the energetic  ‘Twit Twoo’ with its rooted groove, jagged guitar and carefree atmosphere to ‘You & I’ an energetic love smothered sprightly number,this four piece present us with a youthful burst of exhilarating indie. They layer their tracks superbly with a heavier crashing instrumental backdrop for the crescendos while remaining buoyant and sun kissed. Each track is a delight on the ears. Delicious melodies grace the jaunty backdrop for the sing along friendly ‘Let’s Go’ while the warm and easy on the ears vocals from Chris Buxton adds a charming quality to the songs. With elastic bass lines running riot around the punchy buoyant drums, these guys set a strong, dance floor coaxing foundation to their sound. The EP’s  beach time, adrenaline inducing pace is relentless right up to the final track ‘Fine Lines’. Golden guitar jingles flood the track with glimmers of scintillation while the breezy jaunty backdrop keeps you craving more. 

‘It’s Always Sunny Above The Clouds’ encapsulates summer as The Covasettes flesh out their tight fun indie pop through glorious infectious melodies, big choruses and sublime instrumentation. A fantastic feel good debut EP from this young four piece. 

Commenting on the EP , frontman Chris Buxton said: “To me, it’s the best piece of work we’ve ever done, each track gives you something different from the last, but they all come together to paint part of a bigger picture. It’s something we were really keen to achieve, we didn’t want to put four ‘random’ songs together and call it an EP, we wanted to create a journey that people can jump into and I really do feel we’ve achieved that. We’ve been consumed by this EP for the last 6 months, and we’ve been speaking about it for 6 months before that, so it feels so good to be finally putting it out. Every time we’ve had a spare few minutes we’ve been sat recording, tweaking and slaving over this EP and we couldn’t be more proud of it. It really feels like the next chapter for us, we’ve had an incredible start to 2019 and now we have this to propel us to the next level; I just can’t wait to see what everyone thinks to it… I’d be telling a lie if I said we weren’t all a little bit nervous.”

Stream ‘It’s Always Sunny Above The Clouds’ below 


Alt- Pop, electro- pop, Electronic, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

Jack Rua and LOGUOS ‘Ego’

Dublin based innovative pop artist Jack Rua and producer LOGUOS  have released their new collaboration ‘Ego’. Written and produced by Jack Rua & LOGUOS, ‘Ego’ combines the performative talents of Jack Rua with the slick electronic production of LOGUOS to create an incredibly infectious summer dance floor filler. With its catchy melody swirling electronics and snappy rhythm this dazzling glitter ball is radio ready and brimming with adrenaline. The smooth and dynamic vocals glide effortlessly upon the velvety melody as the crisp and glossy production adds a pearly luster and silky sheen to the track. With a jazzy piano feature and flashing soundscapes laced in richly layered electronics and refined musicianship  ‘Ego’ is one dance infused banger. 

Watch the video for ‘Ego’ below 


Alt- Pop, EP Review, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

Gin Palace Self -Titled EP

Northern Irish band Gin Palace have released their debut self-titled EP. The band have created a three track EP brimming with sun sprinkled indie and sublime melodies. With intricate jangly guitar weaving beautiful zest drizzled melodies throughout each track the EP is a delight and easy on the ears. ‘Sophia Loren’ sets the EP in motion allowing the wonderful guitar lines to flourish through a buoyant rhythm and groove infested bass. ‘Passing By’ follows with evening sun set tones and sombre hues while ‘Mondegreen’ closes the EP with a slow dance croon. Delicate and moonlit the track drifts on a steady beat and passionate melody while the brass element pines and laments through the swoony soundscape.

Gin Palace take us from scorching summers days to chill evenings with this sublime three track EP. Their use of brass floods each track with warmth and rich textures however its those golden intricate guitar melodies that lifts the tracks and makes them so charming and captivating. It’s a sublime debut EP from Gin Palace as they showcase their precise and compelling musicianship.

Stream ‘Gin Palace’ below 


Electronic, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music, Singer/Songwriter

Arthur Valentine ‘2018’

Arthur Valentine has released his new single ‘2018’. Arthur Valentine is the eclectic pop project of Cork based singer/songwriter, producer and co-founder of the Hausu collective, Luke Aston. Employing help from his Hausu collaborators ‘2018’ was recorded over an 18 month period in both homemade, DIY and professional studios.

‘2018’ is a lush melodic number that exudes Arthur Valentine’s perky passionate sound.With warm guitar strides and jingles the track fluidly flows into the ears as the velvety vocals pour soft soul hues on the melty peppy melody. Triumphant brass elements add a glorious vibrant, rich quality to the track. The quirky lyrics and easy listening musicianship with tight and crisp production make this track instantly likeable and cosy. The song travels at a steady pace as Arthur Valentine injects a rich variety of instruments with jazzy elements and electronic textures up to the jubilant crescendo. The song slowly pans out stripping away all the rich instrumentation and vibrant bustle to soft crooned vocals with only delicate strums on guitar to accompany it, creating lonely solitary end to the track. ‘2018’ is a magnificent display from Arthur Valentine

Stream ‘2018’ below 


EP Review, Folk, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music, Singer/Songwriter

Bland Orlando ‘Blue – Hold – Wasted’ EP

Cork Indie Pop/Folk artist Bland Orlando has released his new EP ‘Blue – Hold – Wasted’. This three track collection floats and swoons in Bland Orlando’s delicate and emotive musicianship. From the brooding fluid groove of opening track ‘Blue’ the EP sets up a tranquil scene with relaxing vibes and sweet lush melodies. With soft warm guitar accompaniment and a steady beat slap this track allows  Bland Orlando’s vocals to become the main focus point as he coos with raspy tones over the delicate tender melody. ’Hold’ has a lighter more buoyant quality as the twinkling soundscapes flutter about the rich rhythm and infectious melody. It’s charming and a joy to listen to. There are intricate subtle melodies through out that create a mesmerising and peaceful tone to the track making it perfect for evening listening. This EP in brimming with passion and luscious melodies. Bland Orlando’s simplistic approach gives a special and magical effect to his tracks. ‘Wasted’ closes the EP. Haunting backing vocals lull and whine behind Orlando’s deep vocals. Passion and emotion radiates through out the track – building becoming more jittery until it transforms into a tropical- esque delight. The guitars add a dash of zest and sun-speckled scintillation as the rhythm becomes more shaky and vibrant. It’s a chilled cruising track to bring the EP to a mellowed out hazy summer end. 

 Bland Orlando has created an emotive EP that is set to ease the mind and relax the soul with his superb musicianship. 

Stream ‘Blue – Hold – Wasted’ below 


Alt Rock, Alt- Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

The Sheratons ‘Part of a Picture’

Leeds indie rock band The Sheratons have released their new single ‘Part of a Picture’.The band is fronted by singer and lead guitarist Kane Bulleyment with Caty Labbett playing bass, Finley Ryan on guitar and the secret weapon powering the band, Emma Liu on drums. Since their formation they have caught the ears of BBC 6 DJ Steve Lamacq and BBC Introducing DJ Alan Raw.

‘Part of a Picture’ is a fluttering swoon of nostalgic indie at its most invigorating. Zest filled jangly guitar weaves radiant golden sunshine through the punchy drums and groove laced bass to create a youthful rush of adrenaline. The laid back vocals drift effortlessly over the melty melody while the vivid instrumentation floods the track in suspenseful bliss and kinetic energy.Its a catchy and instantly likeable number from The Sheratons.

Watch the video for ‘Part of a Picture’ below 


Alt- Pop, Indie, Indie Pop, Indie Punk, indie rock, New Music, Video Premiere

Late Night Pharmacy ‘Texlahoma’ video Premiere

Dublin three piece alternative band Late Night Pharmacy, have released their new  music video for their track ‘Texlahoma’ which is taken from the bands latest EP, ‘Flamingo’.The track has already proven very popular, with airplay from 98FM’s John Barker on Totally Irish and Indie Disco on Phoenix FM, as well as being selected for playlists by Caltify MX and Luna Collective on Spotify and the video  features internet sensation Big Man Tyrone. 

 ‘Texlahoma‘ is a jangly indie number laced in sublime guitar work with a catchy melody as Late Night Pharmacy pepper their punk -esque sound with light speckles of pop. With glorious sun sprinkled verses buoyantly leading the way to the gritty chorus the trio build the track perfectly, creating a wholly invigorating sound. A zest-filled guitar injects a biting rawness into the track while the punchy drums and quirky vocals add rich texture and vibrancy. Its a laid back smooth number that packs some serious punch as the track builds to its sublime crescendo. 

Watch the video for ‘Texlahoma’ below 


Alt- Pop, Indie, Indie Buddie Introducing, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

Indie Buddie Introducing : Bedrooms

Dublin four piece Bedrooms formed in 2019 and have spent the early months of the year locked away in a rehearsal studio creating their sound. They have now released their debut single ‘Chico’s Bodega’. . 

 ‘Chico’s Bodega’ introduces Bedrooms with ethereal nostalgia dripped in bliss as chiming edged guitars flood the track in a bitter sweet melody that flutters the heart and douses it with teary euphoria. The melty 90’s steeped melody adds a wistful tone to this gem while the buoyant beat and driving bass surges the track with adrenaline. It’s an invigorating slice of indie pop that charms its way on repeat every time. With fuzz peppered guitars and that instant rush of heartfelt emotion while laid back vocals coo over the compelling backdrop, Bedrooms have the recipe that takes you through a lifetime of nostalgia with one sublime debut tune. Keep an eye on these guys.

Stream ‘Chico’s Bodega’ below