Edinburgh singer songwriter Jonnie Wallace has released his new single ‘Keep Me Warm’, a bright little ditty brimming with warm guitar strums and buoyant beat. This track bounces along on a meaty rhythmic foundation as the deep vocals coat the verses in a bitter-sweetness while the catchy dynamic chorus bursts into a sing-along ready atmosphere. With zesty guitar moments glistening throughout, this vibrant powerful number is a hefty and charming display from Wallace.
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New York City-based bassist Lord Baltimore (Jack Doyle) has released his new single ‘Camille’. This dramatic and consuming experimental dance number showcases Lord Baltimore’s intense and riveting musicianship. He exquisitely weaves elegant tones and a flighty sense of innocence through gritty, dazzling and heavy electronics. A pulsing beat creates a fluctuant and bubbling foundation while the pining almost eerie guitar entwines the track in a dangerous, sinister and almost sultry tone. The magnificent electronics flash and create a coiling, ominous soundscape as the track rushes and flutters between fuzzy distortion and sweet danceable sways of grandeur. It’s a magnificent, compelling piece of work as the catchy melody glides effortlessly into your mind while Jacks vocals seamlessly meander from sweet lulls to growls of aggression. Spine chilling and utterly mesmerising Lord Baltimore creates tracks to entice, satisfy and engage all your senses while packing a meaty narrative through his lyrics.
About the track Lord Baltimore said: “Camille is a song about Camille Claudel, muse to famous French sculptor Auguste Rodin.She was the victim of a pervasive anti-woman sentiment in the arts that hasn’t yet totally faded. This song was our bid to tell the tale of her life, work and tragedy. We chose to further venerate her legacy with a music video that involves breaking into an abandoned warehouse, staging a ballet, shaving the lead actress’ head and smashing a chandelier with a plank of wood. You know, normal stuff.”
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Drogheda-based indie artist Donal Quinn has released his new single ‘3 AM’.This twinkling slow burner drifts beautifully on a nostalgic tone as Donal Quinn meticulously blends his wistful indie with ethereal dance vibes in a seamless and wholly invigorating manner. The track builds from lonesome sweet verses with glistening guitar and angelic key feature to an energetic chorus. Like a breath of fresh air the chorus introduces itself before blasting into a swirling feature of flashing electronics. The dance infused tones inject heart thumping adrenaline into the track. Its catchy with a repetitive “down, down, don’t you let me down” lyrical refrain that is sure to have a live crowd bellowing back as the track intensifies into its explosive crescendo. Entirely compelling, well written and emotive – Donal Quinn has created another fresh bracing indie dance track.
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After two years across the West Australian gig circuit, a debut EP and an Australian national tour, Scarlet Drive are back with their new single ‘I Just Think That You’re Cute’. Deviating slightly from their staple blend of punk, funk and reggae, the group has begun to explore new sonic territory pushing the indie pop and punk binary.Consisting of Michael ‘Milli’ Millimaci on Vocals, Michael ‘Barry’ Madafferi on Lead Guitar and Maddey ‘Pocket-Rocket’ Eccleston on Bass, the band has spent early 2019 putting the finishing touches on their new nostalgic blend and ‘‘I Just Think That You’re Cute’ is the first taste of this new offering.
‘I Just Think That You’re Cute’ is an effervescent can of indie pop that features the tight and intricate sound of Scarlet Drive with an upbeat sugar coated shell. With an elastic rumble on bass weaving cheekily between the zest filled guitar bursts this infectious number is a sun kissed radiant track ready for summer listening. With punchy drums smooth vocals and a tongue-in-cheek lyrical content that pokes at surface-level relationships this track is instantly likeable. There is sublime guitar moments in this track as they playfully entwine and inject vivacious intensity into the song with effortless swagger. Scarlet Drive have created another indie pop gem to put on repeat.
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5 piece rock band, Butterfly Stone have released their latest EP, ‘Serious’.Butterfly Stone hail from the West Midlands, UK, originally formed by Emmy Award winning composer and producer Mark Willott. They have composed songs for international motion pictures ‘The Snow Queen’ & ‘Snow Queen 2’ and The Song ‘Serious’ was used in the Russian movie, Superbobrovi.
‘Serious’ is a beefy powerful EP brimming from the seams with dynamic alternative rock as Butterfly Stone flesh out their frenzied hyper sound. The EP features three tracks with three different lead vocalists. The band fluctuate coolly from ballsy rock to funky flex and sweet ballad seamlessly.Title track ‘Serious’ takes the lead with a mammoth sound of crashing guitars, pulverising drums and attitude soaked vocals. With a shredding riff slicking through the lean mean backdrop this track introduces the EP with gusto and power. ‘Believe’ follows strutting that funky/flaunty side of the band with brass blasts creating an equally impressive massive sound to more jubilant effect. With raping vocals and catchy chorus the band demonstrate their diversity while still maintaining a hefty sleek sound. ‘Breathe’ brings the EP to a tender end as elegant piano, twinkles and strides behind a passionate vocal delivery. It’s a power ballad that packs a serious punch. The track builds slowly to a mighty crescendo that is emotional and spine chilling.
Butterfly Stone showcase their powerful musicianship and diversity as a band through this rollercoaster EP that features something for everyone.
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Sal the Musician has released his new single ‘Fine’. His debut track ‘Low’ was released in March to much attention from a number of media outlets in Ireland and has received airplay on radio stations like RTE2FM and Galway Bay FM amongst others.
‘Fine’ is another passionate slice of Sal the Musician’s compelling and richly diverse musicianship. With his unique blend of indie rock, electronic and pop this track lies comfortably in the ears. Twinkling keys portray a sweet glimpse of innocence. Sal builds the track progressively creating tension and curdling turmoil up to the expressive chorus. The drums build becoming more punchy as the lamenting guitar pines behind flickering electronics to create a wholly invigorating listening experience as Sal the Musician fleshes out his pure and emotive sound.
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Metronomy’s much anticipated return continues to gain momentum. Their sublime single ‘Lately’ premiered on Annie Mac’s Radio 1 show. Metronomy have now shared their new single and video for ‘Salted Caramel Ice Cream’ as well as announcing the September 13th release of their eagerly anticipated sixth album ‘Metronomy Forever’, with confirmed details of a major European tour.
‘Salted Caramel Ice Cream’ is a smooth yet effervescent electronic bopper that floods with tight production, deliciously sweet melodies and a laid back danceable backdrop. With dynamic bloops and rhythmic blops teamed with funky grooves this sultry summer track drifts effortlessly into the ears with a creamy floaty atmosphere. Its invigorating electronic pop at its finest as shimmering keys weave between glistening guitars and blissful bursts of electronics to create a delightful rush of adrenaline. The sweet melody floats gloriously upon the nectarous yet zesty backdrop with a delicate grandeur as the track bounces and unravels beautifully into a mesmerising dance floor charmer with some tranquil soothing tones sprinkled on top. Its utter uncontrollable jubilation in one infectious tune.
You can catch Metronomy live at :
OCTOBER
9th – France, Bordeaux, Rocher de Palmer
10th – France, Nantes, Stereolux
11th – France, Lyon, Amphitheatre 3
12th – France, Toulouse, Le Bikini
15th – France, Paris, Olympia
18th – France, Nancy, Jazz Pulsations
19th – Belgium, Antwerp, De Roma
21st – Germany, Munich, Tonhalle
22nd – Germany, Cologne, Carlswerk
23rd – Germany, Hamburg, Docks
24th – Germany, Berlin, Columbiahalle
26th – Germany, Offenbach am Main, Capitol
28th – The Netherlands, Amsterdam, Melkweg
29th – Denmark, Copenhagen, Vega
NOVEMBER
6th – UK, Southampton, Guildhall
8th – UK, London, The Roundhouse
9th – UK, Manchester, Academy
11th – UK, Leeds, 02 Academy
13th – UK, Glasgow, SWG3
14th – UK, Bristol, O2 Academy
15th – UK, Nottingham, Rock City
16th – UK, Birmingham, The O2 Institute
Metronomy are also confirmed to play numerous European festival dates this summer, including Electric Fields (July 4th), Electric Picnic (August 31st) and End of the Road (September 1st).
Watch the video for ‘Salted Caramel Ice Cream’ below
Contemporary Folk artist Sunjay has released his latest album ‘Devil Came Calling’. Sunjay hails from the UK where he has been quickly coined a rising star. In 2012 he was nominated for BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award as well as being crowned Wath Festival Young Performers Award Winner.
‘Devil Came Calling’ is a twanging quirky album that bounces along peppy folk tones with humour glimmering through Sunjay’s lyrics. Warm guitars lift each track into an uplifting atmosphere while the infectious buoyant beat keeps tracks like ‘Ghost Train’, ‘Mean & Ugly’, ‘Too Close To The Sun’ and ‘King Of My Own Country’ tipping away in your mind. The country influences add that sing along sprightly feel while the blues hues in ‘Big Road’, and the Robert Johnson -esque ‘Mississippi Blues’ adds a lonesome purity to the album as well as showcasing Sunjay’s guitar prowess.‘Johnny & The Devil’ chugs along with an entertaining narrative through the lyrics while the vocals tell the tale with warmth and charm. The album winds out with the radiant ‘Faith Healer’ followed by the rock n’ roll doused ‘Tell Me’ which swaggers its way to the final slow burner ‘The Truth’
‘Devil Came Calling’ displays Sunjay’s diverse musicianship with warm country twangs, blues hues and some strut ready rock n’ roll peppering to keep the album spicy and fresh. Filled with rich rhythms sublime guitar work and string element sprinklings, Sunjay has created an easy on the ears album for the indie folk lovers out there.
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Following a two year hiatus, Watford based band Corolla are back with the video release for their latest single ‘Yoga Burgers’.
‘Yoga Burgers’ is a sweet dreamy number filled with delicate instrumentation as Corolla spread gentle guitar jingles over a floaty backdrop and ethereal soundscapes. Lush vocals coo and soothe, caressing the soft creamy melody with tenderness as the track drifts peacefully into the ears with a pacifying and comforting effect. The production is sublime, crisp and immaculate as the reverb hued vocals lavishly exude goodness and sweet tones. ‘Yoga Burgers’ appears simple in its arrangement however is filled with rich subtle intricacies to create a charming and compelling track.
You can catch Corolla in their summer warm up gig at:
Cassiobury Park, Watford on June 22nd 2019.
The visuals encompass the bands hazy aesthetic with rich purples, bright pinks and twinkling lights layered on top of dark shadows. Together with the smooth, life-like animation they create a 4 minute dreamscape, the ideal backdrop for ‘Yoga Burgers’.
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Little Red’s Ian Mitchell (AKA Master of None) has released ‘You Will Get What You Deserve’ EP by All Will Be Well Records.The EP features three brand-new tracks that tell stories of murder and vengeance.
‘You Will Get What You Deserve’ EP saturates and gushes with Master of None’s dark eerie sound and coiling musicianship. Title track ‘You Will Get What You Deserve’ introduces distortion, sharp guitar and a steady beat, kicking off the EP with chilling tones and a slick rock hued backing. The reverb laden vocals is what brings this track to goosebump inducing status. The instrumental backdrop meanders from gritty guitar to an electronic fused spasm as the track develops. ‘Call Me Jack’ follows suit with slick, jagged guitars with a country undertone that is suffocated by the razor sharp rock background while Mitchell’s vocal melody has a Johnny Cash – esque quality to it. This twisted,beguiling blending of genres is what makes this track so mesmerising. ‘Hunt You Down’ brings us to the end of the EP. More dark,ominous and heavier than the other tracks this catchy number lacerates with acute sultry guitars while the electronics pulse and slap between the haunting sinister vocals as Master of None creates a chilling western- esque brawny track with flashing soundscapes and an utterly creepy atmosphere.
Master of None has developed and crafted his unique sound to create something perilous within ‘You Will Get What You Deserve’ while stewing each track in sultry dark instrumentation and sublime genre blending.
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