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Indie Quick Picks – featuring Violetear, Plastic Cowboys , Badself, LAV and GRAAW

Violetear

Genre : Indie

Bio : Driven by Italian brothers Matteo and Marco, on guitar and drums respectively, and completed by Liverpool artist Jasmin Nash, Violetear melds together elements of 60’s pop, 70’s progressive rock, and modern indie, with some jazz and psychedelia thrown in for good measure.The band have released their new single ‘Head Over Heels’.While technically 2 tracks, the single is meant to be considered as 1.

Track: Head Over Heels

Why We Like It: This slinky groovy gem drifts sweetly on a candied melody and lush soundscape as Violetear splurge warm jazz elements over shimmying 60’s pop. With balmy glistens on guitar melting over the soft beat the track slides in on a swanky charm and soothing bliss. The lush harmonies, velvety vocals and sunshine atmosphere create a delightful quality and dreamy texture to this cheery number.

You can follow Violetear on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/VioletearSound/

Stream ‘Head Over Heels’ below 

Plastic Cowboys

Photo Credit – Cian Copeland

Genre :Indie punk

Bio : Plastic Cowboys are a three piece indie punk band made up by members, Ciaran McGann (vocals, guitar), Joe Monaghan (drums) and Darren McCarthy (Bass).‘Not as Cool live at Station Studios’ is the second video of the bands ‘Live in Station Studios’ performances. This live track was recorded at Station Studios, produced by Kevin Brennan, and the video was shot by George Hooker. 

Track: Not as Cool

Why We Like It: It’s an energetic fiery display as Plastic Cowboys present their bright indie punk with humorous lyrics and oodles of hooks. The jaunty guitar runs rampant through the track with intense vigor while the buoyant bass and punchy drums pound the foundation with beefy laced might. With rasp filled vocals and light indie weaved between dynamic punk slaps and quirky lyrics this explosive, catchy number is a fine belter from Plastic Cowboys.

You can follow Plastic Cowboys on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/fluttertone/

Watch the live video for ‘Not as Cool’ here

Badself

Genre : Rock

Bio : Former Future Kings of Spain members guitarist Karl Hussey and drummer Bryan McMahon join ex-Bambi bassist Dan Barry to bring you Badself. Finally finding time in ‘Lockdown’, Badself released ‘Stay Down’, the opening track and first single from the band’s debut album ‘The Three Daughters of Mara’ which was recorded with producer Ronan McHugh (Def Leppard).

Track: Stay Down

Why We Like It: With a demon summoning dirty bass rumbling through the tracks underbelly Badself present a lean mean rock track set to revolve in your head for days. The track slithers its way into your head as bright guitars glisten with a swagger dipped slinky texture while the pounding drums maintain a solid raw foundation.This track is a powerful beast laced in sensual dark bluesy tones as its acute wallop of rock drives the songs backbone. With powerful vocals and no nonsense attitude ‘Stay Down’ is an old school sweat and leather rock anthem. 

You can follow Badself on Facebook below https://www.facebook.com/badselfmusic/

Watch the video for ‘Stay Down’ below 

Lav

Photo credit : Marielle Bolland

Genre : Indie Singer songwriter

Bio : LA-based artist Lav shares her new single, ‘Wavvy’.

Track: Wavvy

Why We Like It: It’s a wispy sweet number that floats on a vapour of tenderness while a steady beat pulses in the darkened smoky backdrop. With lamentful electronics subtly building in the background between twinkling keys the song maintains an airy texture throughout. It’s Lav’s sultry sombre lulls that take the limelight. Her delicate yet pristine vocals caress the velvety dreamy melody with a mystical and enticing manner that is utterly compelling. This soft, brooding track is well crafted, rich in its delicacy yet simplistic in approach. Its just sublime.

You can follow Lav on Instagram here  https://www.instagram.com/lavlune/

Watch the video for ‘Wavvy’ below 

GRAAW

Genre : Singer songwriter 

Bio : After time spent in Nashville and LA as a songwriter and session guitarist, London-based GRAAW has released new single ‘Self-Sabotage’ which was produced by Fred Abbott (Noah and The Whale) and mastered at the legendary Abbey Road by Christian Wright,

Track: Self-Sabotage

Why We Like It: It’s an exhilarating rock-n-roll number doused in powerful positive musicianship and oodles of energy. With punchy drums, shredding guitars and glorious harmonies the track builds superbly to create a heart racing, blood pumping anthem. With warm rasp filled croons that progress into power filled blasts for the explosive chorus the song is crafted to fill your body with get up and go adrenaline.The cosy heart warming melody soothes with a sweet sense of compassion while the sharp pines on guitar flood the track with character as the track builds to its erupting crescendo.  It’s an emotive classic rock gem exuding heartfelt vigor. 

You can follow GRAAW on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/graawofficial/

Stream ‘Self-Sabotage’ below 

https://soundcloud.com/timdegraaw/self-sabotage

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Author : Danu