Belfast’s Robocobra Quartet have returned with new single ‘Heaven’. The track is the first new material in three years. The news comes on the heels of their recent signing to Deptford-based label First Taste Records and the announcement of a highly anticipated new album to come later in the year.Robocobra Quartet are a collective of six members of wildly different musical backgrounds swapping in and out to make a touring quartet, which has taken them across Europe to Montreux Jazz Festival, Latitude Festival, and as far as Inversia Festival in the polar north of Russia, all while receiving acclaim from the likes of The Quietus, The Line Of Best Fit, Prog, and BBC Radio 6.
‘Heaven’ is a fine example of Robocobra Quartet’s catchy experimental sound. Chris W Ryan’s hypnotic vocals brood atop a unique instrumental sound of rich rhythms and intricate layering. Within the track’s soundscape, heavy bass lines groove against pulsing drums, palpitating keys and elements of jazz on saxophone – the effect is an exciting, intriguing display of musicianship that sounds fresh even after repeat listens. ‘Heaven’ is a thrilling listening experience that boasts Robocobra Quartet’s deft musical prowess. Looking forward to the new album.
Speaking on ‘Heaven’, Ryan says: “Heaven is about the cult-like mania of capitalism. I grew up listening to Dead Kennedys and always liked how they would write songs from the perspective of a character they didn’t necessarily agree with. There’s something fascinating about the stories that emerge and I wanted to get inside that extremely chaotic and self-absorbed headspace. I loved the idea of singing as someone so narcissistic they find their newborn child beautiful just because they look alike.”
Peter Richardson has released his new single, ‘The Coast’. Peter Richardson is a 22-year old singer/songwriter from Dublin. An avid songwriter since the age of 15, Peter grew up surrounded by music. After testing the waters with his original songs at a college open mic, Peter began properly recording his music at home in the summer of 2020.
Filled with warm string melodies that drift atop softly plucked guitar and soothing acoustic soundscapes, ‘The Coast’ is an utterly compelling new single from Peter Richardson. Within this track the singer/songwriter doesn’t hide behind an abundance of production or instrumentation; his minimalist approach allows the richness in his vocals and the magic within his delicate lyrical content to take the limelight – the effect is a wonderfully immersive track for listeners to enjoy again and again. Filled with calming backing vocals and lush folk tones that swell into a cinematic crescendo, ‘The Coast’ is a hair-raising, enjoyable tune that highlights the emotive musicianship of Peter Richardson. Looking forward to hearing more from this exciting artist.
Five-piece indie rock band Room D have released their new single ‘Strangers’. This tight, infectious tune is a wonderful display of Room D’s blend of indie rock sprayed with irresistible grooves and enough energy to have a live audience going crazy. The track glistens with bright guitar lines tightly weaved between a warm bass and buoyant drum foundation creating a light and fun soundscape for listeners to enjoy. Boasting a catchy melody, warm vocals and majestic guitar work, ‘Strangers’ is an upbeat and immensely enjoyable tune from Room D.
Argentinian songwriter CasiKaze has released his debut album, ‘El Conjuro’. Written about his experience as an Argentinian writer, trying to live up to his idols in the music industry, ‘El Conjuro’ was recorded in CasiKaze’s home studio.
‘El Conjuro’ is a moving collection of stripped-back tunes that display CasiKaze’s knack for creating ambient atmospheres and beautiful musicianship. The recordings have a retro soothing feel that places catchy melodies at the forefront of each song. Filled with soft harmonies and delicate guitar work, ‘El Conjuro’ is a soothing album and enjoyable debut from CasiKaze.
UK based Indie band The Trusted have released their new single ‘Eli’. The track was recorded and produced by Rees Broomfield, SS2 Studios and mixed by Grammy-nominated Andy Bradfield (Elbow, David Gray, Rufus Wainwright). The Trusted are Southend-on-Sea natives Dave Batchelor, Dale Holt-Mead, Fin Cunningham and Tom Cunningham. The band have received support from major radio players including Jake Peach BBC Introducing Essex, Tom Robinson BBC 6 Music, Gary Crowley BBC Radio London and Charlie Ashcroft Amazing Radio and many international radio stations.
‘Eli’ is an ethereal slice of indie rock that boasts the mature and compelling sound of The Trusted. The band weave aerial guitars through a tight groove-infused drum and bass foundation to create a contrasting push and pull effect while soaring synths flood the track in breezy cool tones. Filled with lush crooning vocals and cinematic builds ‘Eli’ is an utterly gripping tune that marks The Trusted a band to keep an eye on.
A song about revelations and guilt, ‘Eli’ suggests that we are all victims of our own flawed mind. “The song’s protagonist turns to a fictionalised Jesus/God type character (Eli) thinking they will be able to save them. The protagonist comes to the realisation that the only way they can save their mind from self-destruction, is to do it themselves.” explains The Trusted.
Cork indie rock outfit, The Neon Cars have released their new single ‘Night Sky’. This exhilarating tune boasts the soaring arena-ready sound of The Neon Cars. Consumed in a roaring atmosphere of anthemic rock, the band deliver a sound that rushes with urgency. Light on its feet the track buoyantly advances with snappy rhythms and kinetic soundscapes before a dynamic bassline pirouettes into an explosive guitar-heavy chorus. The track is an exciting, emotive assault on the senses. With a velvety vocal delivery and intense suspenseful soundscapes, ‘Night Sky’ is a fantastic single that whacks you in the face with the deft musical prowess of The Neon Cars. Press play and enjoy again and again and again.
Hudson Taylor have released the video for their brand new single ‘You Me Myself’. Directed by Harry and Alfie’s favourite videographer, female photographer, filmmaker and creative director Wolf James, the clip is the first instalment of a “to be continued” story with the sequel to be revealed later in the summer.
Already winning support all over Irish radio, ‘You Me Myself’ is taken from Hudson Taylor’s forthcoming third long-player, entitled ‘Searching For The Answers’, which will be released by Rubyworks on Friday 3rd June. The brothers return to The 3Olympia Theatre in Dublin on Sunday 5th June.
The video for ‘You Me Myself’ sees the duo in a scuffle with themselves. Through clever, humorous scenes shot through a dreamy vintage lens (Super 8 film ) the video is a light-hearted and fun accompaniment to this charming tune. Check it out below
Bournemouth based indie rock four-piece Small Talk have released their debut single ‘Headstart’. Formed in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Small Talk is comprised of school friends Ben Lewis on Vocals and Bass and Ali Barron on Guitar with Harry Whitton on Drums and Jack Babbe on Guitar.
‘Headstart’ is an ethereal indie anthem laced in refined instrumentation and glorious melodies. The song is earnest and heartfelt at its core as warm vocals caress a dreamy melody while the lyrics discuss love, loss, heartbreak and loneliness. The band display their knack with earworm melodies and tight well-paced musicianship as they blend indie elements with subtle moments of pop to create an enjoyable listening experience for listeners to indulge in. Looking forward to hearing more from this four-piece.
About the track, Ben Lewis said: “Headstart was written at a time when I just felt inferior to everyone. It seemed everyone I knew on social media was moving on with their lives and doing amazing things while I was stuck in the same place. It kind of tackles that issue through the eyes of someone who went through a difficult relationship and experienced this downfall.”
Alternative Metal band Concrete Colossus have released their new EP, ‘Dead Man’s Hand’. Dallas, Texas-based band Concrete Colossus was formed out of the love of jamming. The five band members had previously been in different bands, developing their skills and honing their individual sounds. When frontman Brandon returned from the military wanting to get back into music he slowly gathered the collective that would come to be Concrete Colossus around him. Initially a jamming project, they quickly realised they were onto something.
Riding in on an explosive soundscape of pure unadulterated fury, ‘Dead Man’s Hand’ is a hard-hitting collection of alternative rock. Not for the faint-hearted, this five-track EP pulses with a raw battering of heavy instrumentation. Utilizing jagged lacerations on guitars with rampant bloodthirsty bass grooves mangled between mammoth drums; songs like ‘Ezekiel 25:17’ and ‘Incarceration’ are ground-shaking forces of nature. Filled with coarse metal elements, growling vocals and savage instrumental builds that surge through a thick alternative wall of sound ‘Dead Man’s Hand’ is an enjoyable maelstrom of mighty musicianship from Concrete Colossus.
Cork-based singer-songwriter, producer Fintan McKahey has released his new single ‘Amber’. The song was recorded and produced by Fintan in his newly built space, Ivy Hill Studios. Fintan McKahey is a low-fi indie singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer from Cork, Ireland. His EPs and several singles have achieved national radio play and press acclaim. He has performed headlines and showcases in major venues across the country.
‘Amber’ ripples with delicate ambient soundscapes and rich instrumental moments. The track is a fine display of Fintan McKahey’s emotive musicianship and deft musical prowess. Delicate in its approach, the song drifts around soft soundscapes while sharp mournful pangs on pedal steel guitar create an element of loneliness that contrasts the warmth of McKahey’s vocals. The track is a well-crafted ballad that reveals many instrumental gems with each subsequent listen; ethereal keys, folk dipped acoustic guitar and gloriously haunting dark embellishments to name a few. ‘Amber’ is simply a joy to listen to again and again. Press play and enjoy.
Stream ‘Amber’ below
Author:Danu
Indie: (n) an obscure form of rock which you only learn about from someone slightly more hip than yourself.
