East Manchester indie band Palava have released their new single ‘Just Look into My Eyes’.The track is the first single off the bands upcoming EP. This swagger steeped rock n roll number boasts the raw and vigorous sound of Palava in all its glory. With mammoth riffs paving the way for the brawny drums and fiery bassline, this track surges with adrenaline. The band create a hyper raw backdrop to accompany the catchy melody and majestic guitar embellishments leaving the listener pumped and craving to hear the song live. Showcasing a mosh-ready chorus and shredding guitar solo ‘Just Look into My Eyes’ is a tantalizing assault on the senses – a must listen.
Chay Snowdon have released their debut EP ‘Are You Sitting Comfortably? (Then We’ll Begin)’.Chay Snowdon are a four-piece alternative rock outfit based in the South West of England.
Boasting anthemic tunes and blazing instrumentation ‘Are You Sitting Comfortably? (Then We’ll Begin)’ is a relentless onslaught of Chay Snowdon’s powerful sound. Setting a strong foundation the band’s previously released, spectacular singles; ‘What the Kids Want’, ‘Tough Guys Die First’, ’Loud Shirts’ and ‘Men Cry Too’ grace the EP. These are the tantalizing singles that have secured Chay Snowdon’s strong and devoted fan base. With soaring guitar licks, solos, and riffs embellishing the tracks, each song has crafted a fiery and impressive pathway for the EP.
The band’s enthusiasm pushes the album along at a relentless, breathless pace. Spreading soaring choruses over an energetic indie rock backdrop ‘Tough Guys Die First’ and ’Loud Shirts’ surge with adrenaline and anthemic rock vigor – the latter displaying the band’s magnificent frenzied crescendo’s and blues-hued rock in all its glory.
Chay’s rasped vocals glide over the smooth melodies with ease injecting emotion and charm into each song. This is perhaps most noticeable within ‘Men Cry Too’. His passionate vocals hold a strong stance over the bubbling backdrop and jaunty guitar jabs. With rumbling drums and an insatiable groove on bass, ‘Men Cry Too’ is an exceptional display of musicianship and a noteworthy highlight on the EP.
Chay Snowdon create their songs to deliver on all fronts making their infectious indie bangers timeless and utterly enjoyable – this is perhaps best shown within the four piece’s lyrical content. Throughout ‘Are You Sitting Comfortably? (Then We’ll Begin)’ the band display their deft, witty and catchy songwriting. The clever lyrical content is expressed through beautiful storytelling and sharp turn of phrase. This is most prominent within ‘Cash Only’“I met her in the park she caught my eye, you know it started with a spark oh my my and we talked until the dark I proclaimed I’m lonely with the deepest of regrets she said cash only “.
‘Are You Sitting Comfortably? (Then We’ll Begin)’ is an exhilarating collection of glam rock, indie, and rock n’ roll. The wailing guitars, thrilling vocals and slick rhythms all feel like a treat just waiting for eager live crowds to unwrap and enjoy. This EP is extremely well put together and cements Chay Snowdon’s reputation as an exciting band to keep an eye on.
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Indie rock n roll band, The New Republic have released their new single ‘Rose Marie’.The New Republic have a knack for writing slick songs laced in witty lyrics and deft instrumentation and ‘Rose Marie’ is a fine example of this. Dripping in funky guitar riffs and an energetic wall of sound, ‘Rose Marie’ is a vibrant, well-crafted song. The band drift a silken melody over a bubbling backdrop while punchy drums and a groovy bass lay down the fluctuant and dynamic foundation. Sharp guitar licks and a shredding solo bounce off this rippling rhythmic foundation to create an elevated and exhilarating soundscape brimming with swagger and panache while the velvety vocals and bright melody carry a sun-kissed radiance throughout.‘Rose Marie’ is a dynamic and refreshing new single that displays the tight, fun, and refined musicianship of The New Republic.
Chay Snowdon have released their new single ‘Loud Shirts’, via CD Baby. ‘Loud Shirts’ is taken from their forthcoming debut EP, ‘Are You Sitting Comfortably? (Then We’ll Begin)’ currently slated for mid-March release. Chay Snowdon are a four-piece alternative rock outfit based in the South West of England.
‘Loud Shirts’ is a mammoth rock track saturated in the raw, energetic musicianship of Chay Snowdon. The track steamrolls in on a powerful wall of sound as thumping drums ricochet off a gritty foundation. The track exudes an irresistible glam-rock persona while showcasing the band’s deft musical ability. Desert western-esque guitars and sharp riffs pirouette and spring around the frantic brawny bass rumbles and pounding drums with such precision it’s magnificent to behold. With a rasped dynamic vocal delivery, searing verses, and blood-pumping chorus, ‘Loud Shirts‘ is a neck-snapping alternative indie powerhouse sure to have you frantically moshing in no time.
About the new single frontman, Chay says,‘“Loud Shirts’ it was the first song written that solely had the live shows in mind. Its purpose is to get the crowd down the front and going for it. It’s a song that has been in our set for a few years, but never gets old to play! It has become one of those songs’ that our regular gig-goers all know and anticipate in our sets, it has most definitely been a tune that has been gagging for a release. So, we finally felt it deserved to be recorded so fans can dance around at home and drift away into a dream world of mosh pits and chanting. “
Manchester-based Rock band Gallaher’s Green, are set to release their debut album ‘Lucky 13’ on 12th February. Showcasing warm ballads, fiery anthems, and oodles of swagger within each track ‘Lucky 13’ takes the passionate and dynamic rock n roll sound of Gallaher’s Green to new heights.
Boasting sweltering guitars, powerful drums, and bass ‘Black Beast’ introduces the album with vigor. Oozing panache from every note it sets the album up magnificently while a shredding solo and fiery crescendo teases and keeps the listener wanting to hear more. Gallaher’s Green express the energy of their live shows superbly throughout the album through the use of steamy guitar moments and razor-sharp rock n roll bravado. From the anthemic ‘Cut Right In To Me’ to the spirited ‘Ballad Of The One Eyed Bastard,’ the band evoke images of a live audience swaying and singing back the lyrics.
The multi genre-blending within ‘Lucky 13’ is compelling. The band mix county tones into their infectious rock to create jaunty heartfelt bops in ‘Feel So Real’ (who can resist that ‘do do do’ lyric) and foot-tapping ‘To Be With You’ to make a full rounded and hearty sound.
‘Lucky 13’ is also a majestic display of the band’s melodic prowess. Gallaher’s Green douse each song in sweet, catchy, and easy on the ears melodies that weave and blend beautifully between the blistering and brooding instrumentation. This is particularly evident in the delicate warm ballads ‘Prodigal Son’ and ‘Light Inside Of Me’, which feature beautiful guest vocals from Courtney Duncan.
Throughout the album, the sweet and powerful undertones of each track are magnificently balanced – delicate songs such as ‘Until I See You Again’ are followed by fiery rock tracks like ‘Satellite’ which is perhaps my favourite on the album. Exuding blazing jabs on guitar which soar between raw bass grooves and galloping drums, ‘Satellite’ is another fantastic expression of Gallaher’s Green’s animated wall of sound.
There is something mesmerising about this band’s sound that wrestles your ears into submission. The fun, energy, and rich musicianship within creates an album ready for repeat listens. ‘Lucky 13’ is a tight, well-crafted, and thoroughly enjoyable debut album from Gallaher’s Green.
Chay Snowdon have released their new single ‘What The Kids Want’ taken from from the bands upcoming debut EP ‘Are You Sitting comfortably? (Then we will begin)’, which will be released in the autumn. Chay Snowdon are an Indie Rock four piece who met whilst at University in Bristol. The band joined forces with highly acclaimed music producer John Cornfield (Muse, Supergrass, Razorlight etc.) to record this high tempo track
‘What The Kids Want’ is a blistering display of Chay Snowdon’s swagger drenched rock n roll. With shredding guitars soaring, wailing and searing through a curdling drum rumble and pulsing bass line the band showcase their ability to produce a high powered anthem laced in panache and refined instrumentation. It’s a well paced track which builds and simmers as a gritty riff and bubbling rhythmic section lead the intense verses into the mighty chorus. Dynamic vocals flood the track with attitude as the rock n roll backdrop chugs along behind however voice samples are placed onto the track as the drums gallop into the powerful crescendo. Well crafted with masterful production and musicianship ‘What The Kids Want’ is an energetic new single for this very talented band.
About the track Snowdon explains : “‘What the Kids Want’ is an amalgamation of lots of different stories and experiences as told through one central character. Most of the subject matter in the song derives from things Chay heard, experienced, or witnessed whilst living in Bristol. The story unfolds as if it could be the plot to an old Hollywood Blockbuster.“
West-London based band Slender Pins have released their new single ‘Apprentice To Life’.This infectious stomping tune blazes in, swagged up and ready to rock. With 70’s punk pounding through a retro rock soundscape, the band present quite the fire cracker. Slinky guitars weave through a shimmy rhythm while the elastic bass line greases the tracks backbone in body moving grooves. The saunter on guitars meander between the heavier moments with elegance and skill while the charismatic vocals wail and flood the track in rebellious character. Experimenting with multi-genres is nothing new to Slender Pins and this carefree track is a fine display of their musical prowess. ‘Apprentice To Life’ is another fantastic and exhilarating track from Slender Pins.
The Rezner are set to release their new single ‘The Jive’ on 3rd of July. Conquering just about every corner of the UK, The Rezner have already become stalwarts of the Festival Scene impressing crowds across the nation. Playing the likes of The Isle of Wight, Leopallooza, Port Eliot & Beautiful Days following 2018’s main stage slots at Boardmasters and The Great Estate as well as support slots with VANT, SUM 41 and King Nun.The bands previous releases ‘Micky’ and ‘Wouldn’t You Like To Know?’ have proven popular building up over 10,000 Spotify streams on each track as well as gaining traction from ‘Huw Stephens’ at Radio 1 and Sarah Gosling over at BBC Introducing.
With all its blustery riffs, rock and roll sleekness and adrenaline fueled gusto ‘The Jive’ is a swagger slapped indie anthem that travels full throttle with The Rezner’s explosive sound. Surrounded in a whirring flurry of sharp guitars, dynamic bass and pummeling drums the track erupts into the bands vivid and full bodied sound without any hesitation. The sleek verses buoyantly triumph through an elastic display on bass as the band flesh out their rock n roll panache.The Rezner meander between the polished and the crazed as they blast out a manic raw indie rock track with confident control and maturity. This quarter remain as dedicated as ever in their mission to serve us an earworm of exhilarating musicianship as the kinetic chorus and vibrant instrumentation keep the song traveling at neck snapping speeds. With a ruckus wall of sound, catchy chorus and exuberant vocals, ‘The Jive’ is another smashing indie anthem from The Rezner.
Speaking about the track, frontman for the band ‘Sam Stone’ said :’’We like it because whilst it smacks you in the face from the get go. ‘The Jive’ is also a song that you can dance to. Now that might not sound like much but the thing about dancing is that when you’re doing it, you’re completely in your own little world and right now I think people need that little world. Because right now we are surrounded by so much anxiety and fear, it’s nice to be able to give people at least 2 minutes to forget about that. Maybe have a jive, who knows…”
The Stoned Crows have released their new single ‘Madman’. The Stoned Crows formed in 2017. Aged between 21 and 23, The Stoned Crows have developed a unique, jet-fuelled Rock N Roll sound with matching energy and attitude. The band are preparing to release their debut album, ‘Urban Delirium’, this year and they have already released two singles alongside music videos which will also feature on the album.
‘Madman’ is a swinging rock n’ roll number with a heavier alternative twist brewing underneath as The Stoned Crows put their swagger stamped musicianship over a 60’s slicked back backdrop. With steamy guitar lines, gritty riffs and a foot shuffling beat the band lay down an infectious charming foundation. They surge the track with oodles of energy and panache as slinky guitars weave between a sassy melody and dynamic vocals.The brisk guitar and bass injections flood the track with swanky flamboyance and sleek tones while the tight instrumentation and vibrant wall of sound scorches through with enough edge to keep the track refreshing and fun. There is a touch of The Clash and The Rolling Stones within this bands sound as they create a sleek well rounded track which showcases their talent and powerful musicianship. With oodles of vigor and rich production teamed with finely blended alternative rock n’ roll tones ‘Madman’ is a wild thrilling ride for sure.
Rising Indie Rock band The Burma have just released their new EP ‘Sugar Moonlight’. At various stages over the past year the Irish indie band have holed up in Monique Studios with producer Christian Best (Mick Flannery, O Emperor, Jack O’Rourke, Marlene Enright) writing and recording their latest release.
‘Sugar Moonlight’ is a tidy collection of tracks exuding passionate pop melodies and blazing alternative rock with a healthy dose of indie rock at its heart. The band go all out with this EP – luscious textures and melodious highs, psychedelic rawness and tender broods create a well rounded enjoyable listening experience.
The jubilous indie guitar jingle of ‘Same Again’ kick starts the EP. It is light and infectious as the ethereal guitars create a wonderful animated bounce. The Burma construct tracks with a rich rhythmic foundation of rippling bass lines and buoyant snappy drums allowing the charming guitar refrains to soar and flourish off this backdrop with majestic tonalities. The band swoon smooth melty melodies into their vibrant indie sound effortlessly. ‘Quicksand’ shows this superbly as the soft bubbly melody wisps delicately through a crashing psychedelic backdrop of airy stings on guitar and rumbling drums.
With a refreshing bite, each track rolls coolly into the next. Whether it’s the icy sting of the melancholic ‘When You’re Gone’ or the darker synth swirling prance of ‘Phoney Personality’, the band use their ability to intricately weave multi layered synth textures and melodies to create a seamless transition between tracks while still maintaining each songs own identity. Final track ‘Buried Alive’ closes the EP on a high. It’s not a sugar rush but a sweet tender and mesmerising high as The Burma present their most delicious emotive and beautiful melody yet. Caressed with soft tender vocals and slow brooding instrumentation the track flurries on a light airy soundscape of glistening guitar and pulsing beat. Each timeless twinkle and bass wriggle coils and curdles the backdrop in sombre wistful tones. The track builds superbly becoming more dynamic as, in true The Burma fashion the song reaches its hair raising crescendo.
The Burma have a wonderful ability to create rich proficient tunes with first rate instrumentation, exhilarating guitar lines and intricate bass lines that surge with character. Their melodies are irresistible, oozing emotive, dreamy and sweet tones while the lo- fi grooves and heavy rhythmic pulses provide the element that hooks your ears and leaves you craving more. ‘Sugar Moonlight’ is a mature and impressive EP that makes The Burma ones to keep an eye on.
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Author : Danu
Indie: (n) an obscure form of rock which you only learn about from someone slightly more hip than yourself.
