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Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Something Leather

Brighton alternative rock band Something Leather have released their new single ‘Velvet’ on We Can Do It Records.In such a short space of time Something Leather have secured support slots with a multitude of upcoming bands including Black Midi, Phobophobes, Madonnatron, Saint Agnes and JOHN.

‘Velvet’ is a dark luring number with smothering muggy entrapment and eerie atmosphere as Something Leather build and layer the track in a searing sultry psychedelic sound with unique and intriguing instrumentation. The haunting organ elements tease and bounce like a chirpy Halloween theme tune throughout the sinister atmosphere. Sultry vocals coo and almost whisper the soft melody as deep backing vocals and moody guitar whines douse the background in ominous tones. The track, which is a cynical song about love and fantasy, builds becoming more frantic and sinister as crashing cymbals and guitar distortion create tension and a mysterious sense of danger. This is one hair-raising number. It’s perfectly crafted for maximum impact as Something Leather tease, ferment and curdle their instrumentation creating a bewitching almost perilous tune with vaporous aspects and groovy shimmy glimpses throughout. It’s a doozy.

Stream ‘Velvet’ below 


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Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Metronomy

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


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Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Primyl Vinyl

Fresh off the back of BBC Radio 6 and BBC introducing support and sold out shows in South Cumbria and Yorkshire, Primyl Vinyl have released their second single, ‘Halftime Entertainment’. This kinetic infectious track is a smooth silky number driven on high powered rock with silky indie elements. With a vibrant ear-worm melody pushed through a crashing backdrop of jagged guitars and punchy drums this track demands attention from the get go. The stinging riff teamed with a slashing solo showcase the bands ability to create epic moments within their tracks that will have a live crowd eating out of the palm of their hands. It is sing along ready with a shredding bass line teamed with passionate raspy vocals, this powerful number is a magnificent second track from Primyl Vinyl. Keep an eye on these guys.

Stream ‘Halftime Entertainment’ below


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Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From  Y!KES 

Birmingham alternative four-piece Y!KES have released their new single ‘Visceral’ which was produced by singer Joby Fitzgerald and recorded at Magic Garden Studio. Laced in the frenzied sharp guitar lines we have come to know Y!KES for, ‘Visceral’ is another blistering frantic anthem from the four piece. Pulverizing drums, rooted bass grooves and gritty vocals announce this scorching ferocious number as the band build and flesh out their mammoth sound. With a catchy melody, cutting lyricism and grunge filled energy- this brawny whack of alternative rock is perfect for blasting as loud as possible.Sharp flirtations on guitar entwine cheekily between the powerhouse wall of sound, showcasing the bands majestic musicianship and ability to add depth and maturity to their sound. ‘Visceral’ is another frenzied swagger steeped number from Y!KES. 

Watch the video for ‘Visceral’ below


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Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Fangclub

Fangclub have released their new track ‘Hesitations’. The three-piece who are currently working on their second album present a tasty savage appetizer. With dark soundscapes creeping like a misty fog on a eerie cold night this intense number confirms Fangclubs firm grasp on our ears. It’s catchy and explosive with their trademark anthemic chorus that erupts with crashing guitars, pulverising drums and inflamed bass. The verses simmer as the guitars smoulder and curdle beneath the rumbling bass while the drum relentlessly pounds throughout. Steven King’s vocals haunt and whisper building the intensity before becoming more dynamic for the raging chorus. With the sublime addition of a hypnotic chant by the Rush Youth Choir contrasting the blood curdling wall of sound, Fangclub have beautifully fermented and crafted this track to create their most thrilling and exhilarating material yet. If  ‘Hesitations’ is anything to go by there is exciting things to come from this trio.

Watch the video for ‘Hesitations’ below


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Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Bayonets

Bayonets has released his new single ‘Farewell To Me’. Bayonets is a solo project created by Kerry musician and songwriter Vinnie Flynn. His distinctive style is a mix of alternative rock, indie, blues and folk.In addition to writing and performing live, Flynn also works with several publishing companies based in the US who pitch his compositions to prime time TV shows and movies. Flynn has a string of gigs and festivals in the pipeline for 2019, including Vantastival and some overseas appearances.His singles have received regular radio play on RTE’s 2fm and have even hit airwaves as far as Brooklyn, United States.

Another deeply haunting number ‘Farewell To Me’ creeps and stealthily slinks into your mind with its thrilling inky stain of delight. Devilishly tempting the track lures with a hypnotic guitar refrain that lingers in your mind for days. With an air of chilling mystery wrapped in an opaque shroud of ominous soundscapes this track is sublimely crafted to fill you with enchanting horror. Flynn’s vocals take a Marilyn Mansion quality as he whispers and deeply entices beneath the steady beat and guitar strums as if slowly luring you to your demise with a deceiving sense of security. The verses prowl with a charming intrigue while the chorus entraps you in Flynn’s sound and dark eerie tale. The cinematic aspect of this track will give you goosebumps as ‘Farewell To Me’ takes you to the point of no return.

Watch the video for ‘Farewell To Me’ below


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Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Skyfever

Skyfever are a rock band from Ireland who are breaking through in a big way, with their music being selected for play in a number of famous sports stadiums. Their infectious rock music has filled the stadiums of Liverpool FC, Chelsea FC, the Tennessee Titans , the world famous New York Yankees and also at the Carolina Panthers 75,000 seater Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The band have now released their new single ‘Kings’ taken off their current ‘Rear View Mirror’ EP.

‘Kings’ is a scorching rock and roll banger.This anthem is locked and loaded with swagger dripping splendor, shredding instrumentation and oodles of sweat and leather attitude. Laced in flamboyant slinky guitar licks this track struts in on a vaporous wave of blistering glory as the punchy drums and elastic bass groove keep those sweltering guitars company with a strut ready foundation. Dynamic raspy vocals exude attitude and vigor while the infectious melody and anthemic ‘punch the air’ chorus keeps the adrenaline at maximum voltage. Skyfever have created one feverous number to revolve around, in your head for days.

Legendary rocker Alice Cooper is a fan of Skyfever and last year he endorsed the band by not only playing their track, The Returning, to listeners of his worldwide-syndicated radio show, Nights with Alice Cooper, but also by personally sharing their track on social media and praising their talent. In fact, radio stations across the USA have recognised Skyfever and they have been played on stations from Philadelphia (WCLH) to Chicago (WZRD) to Nashville, Tennessee (Under the Gun Radio).

About the track the band said : “Kings was written after a lost weekend involving a lot of whiskey, Muhammed Ali documentaries, Game of Thrones and rediscovering early U2 albums. Embracing the war within and who you really are is an important mantra within our band and this song is the anthem for that way of life”

Watch the video for ‘Kings’ below


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Our Worth A Listen This Week Comes From whenyoung

London’s (via Limerick) whenyoung have announced they will be releasing their highly anticipated debut album, ‘Reasons to Dream’, through Virgin EMI on the 24th May. In anticipation of the album release the band have released their new single, ‘Future’ which tells the story of a close friend who sadly took their own life, while also striving to find a message of hope in the darkness.

‘Future’ is sweet fizzy indie rock at its most exhilarating and refreshing. whenyoung present a tender wholesome number bursting to the seams with vibrant delicious instrumentation while tackling a striking and emotional theme. Filled with elegance and ethereal innocence, this driving track soars and chimes with glorious guitar moments sparkling gracefully between a peppy beat and passionate vocals. These guys pay attention to detail – from the short clap clap moments to haunting backing vocals, lush harmonies and refined, dignified guitars this track has everything to charm the hearts and minds of the nation. The melody, coated in Aoife Power’s heavenly vocals is infectious and warm. These guys can write a tune that will have you singing along, dancing in seconds and with a strong meaningful lyrical content they are the band to watch.

The video was directed by award winning short film maker Michael Baldwin and stars young actor Badger Skelton, who featured in Tom Beards critically acclaimed ‘Two for Joy.’ It takes inspiration from Wim Wenders’ New German Cinema classic, ‘Wings of Desire’, showing the trials of suburban youth in stark monochrome.

Watch the video for ‘Future’ below


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Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From The Extons

Four piece Indie rock band The Extons have released their new single ‘No Hope’. Based in Kings Lynn the band is comprised of Adam Garwood ( Lead Guitar), Will barnes (Vocals, Rhythm Guitar)  Peter Catlin (Drums) and Ciaran Liam (bass)


‘No Hope’ is a shimmering blast of indie bliss. With glistening zesty guitars spinning ethereal whirs of delight over the punchy backdrop The Extons capture youthful adrenaline through this dynamic track. Smooth vocals melt over the sweet passionate melody while the snappy drums bounce through the rooted bass groove. It’s a heart gripping energising number that showcases this bands refined spirited musicianship. Warm rapid verses lead effortlessly into a crowd ready sing along chorus filled with explosive vigor and dynamism creating the perfect summer anthemic tune. The guitars shrill and pierce through this bubbly indie gem with finesse and grandeur making it one instant rush to the head. Keep an eye on these guys. 

Stream ‘No Hope’ below


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Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From MESSIMER

MESSIMER have released their new single ‘Loose’.Hailing from Boise Idaho, MESSIMER is comprised of friends Luke Messimer, Dalton Mace, and Reggie Mace. 2019 will see them release a plethora of exciting new music as well as performances in many cities West of the Mississippi.

‘Loose’ is a groove-filled vibrant slap of swagger drenched rock n roll at is most dynamic and blistering. It’s an infectious charmer brimming with slick panache-drenched guitars that glissade, soar and elegantly weave sun kissed golden vibes through this riveting number. With a pounding punchy foot tapping beat and rooted elastic bass line this flamboyant track is instantly likable. A 70’s glam rock stomp surges adrenaline through your veins while the falsetto vocals, anthemic energy, luscious melody and strut ready persona make this track one hell of an explosion in your ears. With its tasty guitars, shimmy ready deliciousness,mighty/flaunty power and frantic refined musicianship ‘Loose’ makes MESSIMER one heck of a band not to miss.

Stream ‘Loose’ below

https://soundcloud.com/messimer/loose