Australia based blues-rock band, Rusty Falcon have released their new album, ‘Taste The Salt’. Whilst the album doesn’t follow a storyline, the release gathers its strength from the individual tracks that tell the tale of Troy Smith’s life – Rusty Falcon’s frontman, and was recorded live by the three piece in Salt Studios, in Melbourne, Australia.
‘Taste The Salt’ is a blues/rock album bursting from the seams with gritty riffs, buoyant drums and infectious melodies. Rusty Falcon creates a solid album of melodic tunes that surge with driving rhythms and blues-soaked guitar while driving bass lines create an elastic and infectious groove throughout. The guitar work within ‘Taste The Salt’ is impressive and is the golden thread that ties each song together. From the bright glistening melodies in ‘Choir Girl’ to the shuffling, swaggering display in ‘Baby Don’t Go’, the guitar elevates and adds an edge to the tracks throughout the album. Filled with vibrant melodies, warm tones and lush backing harmonies, ‘Taste The Salt’ is an energetic and refined blues-rock album from Rusty Falcon.
New Valley Wolves have released their new single ‘Cancel Culture’. New Valley Wolves are Jonny Lucey and Baz Joyce. Since exploding onto the Irish music scene, NVW have scorched a path across the globe. Their debut album ‘Refusal is our Weapon’ was released to critical acclaim at home and abroad. Their 2018 EP ‘Gospel’ contained the #1 rock single: ‘Cut-Throat’.
Oozing raw alternative blues rock ‘Cancel Culture’ announces the glorious return of New Valley Wolves. New Valley Wolves serve up some powerful, no-nonsense rock with this bruising tune; ‘Cancel Culture’ travels at a brisk neck-snapping speed as the song spirals into coarse riffage with Jonny Lucey’s bass roaring over a demolishing drum assault from Baz Joyce. The duo create a thick and fury filled wall of sound that evokes images of sweaty mosh pit mania while Jonny’s gravely voice expresses biting lyrics with an unrivalled ferocity. ‘Cancel Culture’ is an intense new single from New Valley Wolves ready for blaring out of your speakers. Enjoy.
New Valley Wolves have a headline show in Whelans on December 16th. Make sure to check it out. Their shows are always a fantastic live experience.
Barefoot Magicians have released their new single ‘The Anthem’. Formed in early 2017 after a recording session In Dublin’s prestigious Windmill Lane Studios, the band dedicates itself to writing and performing original material based around a blues groove. Comprised of Dave Greene on harmonica and vocals, Graham Stewart on Guitars, Brian Steemers on drums & percussion, Paraic Carroll on Bass and Petra žižak on Keys the band has recently enjoyed two live recording sessions in Windmill Lane and Sun Recording Studios.
Barefoot Magicians take the funky swagger of GRIZ’s ‘The Anthem’ and add their own bluesy peppering to create a magnificent rendition. There is no shortage of energy within this track and Barefoot Magicians deliver on the song’s vigor as shredding guitars, resounding bass grooves and warm horns prance throughout displaying the refined and slick instrumental prowess of Barefoot Magicians. The band take the strutting guitar riff in the original and highlight it creating a clear hook throughout while at the same time adding a bite and edge to the song. Featuring organ-esque keys meandering through a lush bass and guitar jam, Barefoot Magicians provide a powerful tune that exudes the energy and swagger we have come to love the band for.
Watch the video for Barefoot Magicians’ cover of ‘The Anthem’ by GRIZ below
Barefoot Magicians have released their new single ‘Another Year’. Formed in early 2017 after a recording session In Dublin’s prestigious Windmill Lane Studios, the band dedicates itself to writing and performing original material based around a blues groove. Comprised of Dave Greene on harmonica and vocals, Graham Stewart on Guitars, Brian Steemers on drums & percussion, Paraic Carroll on Bass and Petra žižak on Keys the band has recently enjoyed two live recording sessions in Windmill Lane and Sun Recording Studios.
A funk-peppered blues rock number, ‘Another Year’ is Barefoot Magicians swagger soaked latest release for 2020. Slick guitar lines flood the track in rock n roll panache while a groove rooted bass line exudes hip moving fluctuations against the punchy drum foundation to create an infectious 70’s undertone. However Barefoot Magicians contrast this chic soundscape wonderfully through pining harmonica twangs and lyrics riddled with uncertainty. Lyrically the band say track wrestles with “being trapped in a certain life, a life you are not fully fulfilled in, with decisions you wish you could change, but there is still hope burning inside you to take a leap of faith and dive into something new but every year time is running away from you.”
Exuding rich musical prowess, emotion and refined instrumentation ‘Another Year’ is a strut worthy, foot tapping new single from Barefoot Magicians
Frontman and songwriter for Dublin Rock Band RAGLANS, Stephen Kelly has embarked on his first solo crusade with his new single ‘Pile Up’, taken from his collection ‘Home Brew Volume 1’ a lockdown concoction of newly written & home produced material. Working with mixing engineer, Eamonn Conway (Raglans, The Scratch, Sorcha Richardson, Otherkin) remotely from pandemic bedrooms, ‘Home Brew’ is a collection of exciting new tracks and bonus unreleased older recordings that have never seen the light of day.
Steeped in loose laid back grooves and lush backing vocals ‘Pile Up’ is an enticing and tantalizing indie rock track from Stephen Kelly. The infectious guitar riff simmers with a western-esque humidity as Kelly’s warm, rasped vocals ooze panache and confidence over bluesy-soaked soundscapes. Soft sprinkles on keys inject a quirky and balmy element into the tracks muggy, sultry atmosphere while the catchy melody and rich instrumental components exude a relaxed persona within. Boasting deft production and first rate musicianship, ‘Pile Up’ is an exciting glimpse into the creative mind of Kelly as a solo artist.
‘Pile Up’ is accompanied by an animated video by Adam Daniels from London based visual media company PrimitiveEarth and Indie Buddie gets to premiere this amazing visual today. Have a look below. It’s a real treat!
Stephen intends to continue with Home Brew Volume 2 in Early 2021 before embarking on live solo dates, further releases and touring with Raglans but for now, ‘Home Brew Volume 1’ is available on Bandcamp and from January 2nd on Spotify and all major streaming platforms. Check it out and enjoy on Bandcamp here
Blues singer Dubh Lee has released her latest single ‘Carousel’. The track was recorded in The Meadow recording studio in Co. Wicklow and the singer enlisted the help of David Griffin from New Secret Weapon to record the bass and drums for the track.In the past Dubh Lee has performed at events all over Ireland such as Electric Picnic and the Ruby Sessions, along with more intimate shows opening for acts such as Jack Lukeman and Bagatelle, and she supported jazz band Jimmy’s Cousin on their Irish tour in 2019. From folk beginnings she has transitioned from performing solo with an acoustic guitar to performing heavier material with a bassist and a drummer in 2020, now playing energetic live sets as a power trio featuring songs with blues and garage rock influences.
Raw relentless riffs and brawn laced bass lines adorn ‘Carousel’ in a lean mean wall of sound as Dubh Lee displays the power of her uncompromising blues rock. The track is well crafted and instrumentally deft as shredding guitar lines swelter and simmer though the groove infused backbone. Dubh Lee doesn’t overpower with this track instead she allows the instrumentation to hypnotically smoulder around her striking vocal delivery as the track straddles a fine line between folk and boisterous blues. The song, which lyrically deals with using partying as a coping mechanism is a tight number that builds superbly becoming more dynamic as it reaches its blazing crescendo. ‘Carousel’ is a raw cut and glimpse into the compelling sound of Dubh Lee.
Greg Davies has released his latest album ‘Greg Davies Isolated’.Greg Davies saw the perfect opportunity to use his lockdown to create the album he has always wanted to release. The idea formed from a need to invite the best musicians associated with Greg himself and join him on a guitar driven, instrumental ride.Greg Davies is a rock musician based outside of Manchester UK. Greg has been playing the guitar since the age of 12 and has been performing on the UK music scene for over 20 years. Having played in a series of bands as well as doing regular session work across the UK and Europe, Greg Davies recently released an EP ‘A Different Order’ with the band ‘Elements’ which has been successful on UK rock charts. In the last 10 years Greg Davies has performed alongside some of the best guitarists & musicians the UK has to offer including Guthrie Govan, Andy James and Alex Hutchings. As well as his work as a recording artist and performer Greg Davies is a well respected music teacher and music therapist who runs a business called ‘Access Music’.
‘Greg Davies Isolated’ is a shredding guitar driven instrumental album which showcases the slick, nimble and bewitching guitar prowess of Greg Davies. Seamlessly slipping from gritty blues to funk, rock, country and even metal the album exudes swagger and energy. Pulling in some collaborators along the way it’s quite the thrill ride. The more country tangs of ‘The Birds’ Morning Sunrise’ adds a laid back smooth quality to the album while the blistering rock and blues tracks show how much of a guitar virtuoso Davies is. There is something for everyone here from the heavier metal hues between country rock twangs on ‘A Shackled Mind’, chilled atmospheric ‘Stillness’ and blazing blues between jazzy keys on ‘Get Me Out (Lockdown Blues)’ Davies provides a tantalizing, meaty album full of instrumental goodness.
After Three extremely successful single launches, Finnian has released his new single ‘Fly’ taken off his debut album ‘Under The Influence’ which will be released on July 24th. Growing up in Dundalk, Ireland, Finnian has carefully nurtured his songwriting to the point where he is now being lauded by his peers as one of the most exciting talents in the country.
Saturated in bluesy swag and jazz elements ‘Fly’ is a bright number steeped in the sleek and engaging songwriting of Finnian. The song is anchored by the jazz piano refrains while elements of blues rock and retro soul adorn the track in lush tones. With banjo twangs between a foot moving rhythm, jaunty organ and warm guitar the track has a strutting sass all of its own. Finnian’s clever turn of phrase and passionate songwriting are at the forefront of his powerful, intricate musicianship. This is best shown when the listener admires the song as a whole – the instrumental backdrop flourishes behind Finnian’s rasped vocals giving the track a fluctuant and kinetic texture that is vibrant and uplifting without becoming overpowering.His beginnings as a folk based songwriter have now truly evolved and this song is a fine display of Finnian mastering his craft.
FloodHounds have released their new single ‘Something Primeval’. The trio have been selling out headlines in London and Sheffield and playing packed support slots with the likes of The Blinders, Calva Louise, BlackWaters Avalanche Party as well as shared festival stages with False Heads, and Demob Happy. Not only that the band have been Championed by BBC Introducing Sheffield, and were winners of a Pirate Studios’ National apply to play competition, and joint winners of Sensoria Festival’s Composition award, presented to the band by Steel City musical icon, Richard Hawley.
Swarming in raw sharp guitar riffs, slinky bass lines and punchy rock n roll swagger, ‘Something Primeval’ is quite the knockout alternative track. FloodHounds have created a tune whose melody strolls in, cool collected and sleek while the blistering instrumental backdrop whirls around in a display of anarchy. It’s a wild and tameless number as pounding drums stomp about sharp gritty guitar lacerations creating a hefty bruising foundation. Majestic moments within the track are created through rough and tumble squeals on guitars coupled with warm harmonica wailing throughout and dynamic vocals cooing over the eerie melody. ‘Something Primeval’ is a thrilling dark track from FloodHounds.
This band have a wonderful ability to present exhilarating tunes drenched in impressive musicianship. Their tightly honed sound and intoxicating blend of blues, alternative and rock n roll is definitely worthy of attention.
Barefoot Magicians have released their new EP ‘Hangin’ On’.The band comprised of Dave Greene on harmonica and vocals, Graham Stewart on Guitars, Brian Steemers on drums & percussion, Paraic Carroll on Bass and Petra žižak on Keys & Mandolin formed in early 2017 after a recording session in Dublin’s prestigious Windmill Lane Studios.
Barefoot Magicians throws the listener a curve ball with ‘Hangin’ On’ as the EP takes everything we know from the band so far and turns it up a notch, augmenting the bands bluesy sound with new stylistic twitches. Doused in the groove rooted bluesy tonality this band does so well title track ‘Hangin’ On’ introduces the EP. The band present moany lyrical content with suave instrumentation and slinky arrangement to create a get up and dance catchy number. Punchy drums and groovy bass adorn the backdrop while the sleek guitars, warm harmonica blast and rich percussion adds a swanky flamboyance and irresistible upbeat vibe to the track. ‘We Can’t Give It Up’ is where the band showcase their versatility and genre bending sound. The heavier alternative rock backdrop and synth elements creates a dark, wispy and haunting atmosphere as Dave Greene lets loose over a lamentful melody. Here, he takes his usually powerful tone and smoothes it to intensify the spine chilling eerie soundscape. The heavy rawness of the guitars crash and jaggedly slice through the track with rough relentless stamina while the pining melody on harmonica sweetly contrasts the beefy backdrop with a light and almost innocent melodious refrain. ‘Get What You Want’ brings the EP to a close with a nimble and bombastic bass announcing the bands triumphant finale. Barefoot Magician’s ability to create a tight robust rhythmic backbone is impressive and is the perfect recipe to get a crowd up and dancing. Those thundering drum whacks, resounding bass and itchy percussion is the ignition to this band’s sound. They team this with shredding guitar flourishments, sultry licks, scorching solos, sweet harmonica and warm mandolin melodies to provide a rich tasty collection of tracks.
Barefoot Magicians pack a lot of power into this well balanced three track EP. This band’s modern blues rock has charm, character and oodles of wonderful melodies and embellishments. They are building their sound superbly bringing what they achieved with their ‘The Awakening’ EP and fleshing it out, carving their own sound and brand meticulously to create something quite invigorating.
Stream ‘Hangin’ On’ below
Author : Danu
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