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EP Review, Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

Big Sleep ‘Feel Something Someday’ EP

Irish-Italian outfit Big Sleep have released their debut EP, ‘Feel Something Someday’. The 5 track collection of songs was recorded in the live room of Hell Fire Studios, in the Dublin Mountains over two days in December 2021. James Smith (formerly of Gypsies on the Autobahn, currently J Smith) sound engineered, produced and mixed the tracks. Matteo Poli (drums, percussion), Rónán Connolly (vocals, rhythm guitar) and Aidan Gray (bass guitar), Jacopo Stofler (lead guitar) and Jessie Russell (trumpet, Cooks But We’re Chefs) recorded on EP. Big Sleep is a collaboration between Dubliner Rónán Connolly and Florence-born Matteo Poli. 

‘Feel Something Someday’ is a glorious EP laced with sunkissed instrumentation and dreamy melodies. Throughout the EP luscious guitar lines sparkle alongside supple beats and ethereal soundscapes to create a laid-back listening experience. Each song fluidly flows into the next with ease as tropical carefree melodies blend with intricate rhythms through tracks like ‘Bláthnaid’ while supple horns in ‘In My Head’ and quirky synths in the wonderful ‘Such a Shame’ flesh out the band’s hazy sonic wall of sound.

The EP is an admirable piece of work and gives the listener a fascinating glimpse into Big Sleep as artists. An interesting element within the band’s sound is the interplay between soft dream pop and refreshing indie. This wonderful blend of elements is soothing on the ears and is a joy to experience again and again. ‘Feel Something Someday’ is a musical delight from Big Sleep. The band keep knocking it out of the park with each release and their debut EP is an excellent display of the band’s catchy emotive sound.

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Author: Danu

Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

Big Sleep ‘In My Head’

Big Sleep have released their new single, ‘In My Head’. The song is the second single off Big Sleep’s debut EP, ‘Feel Something Someday’ and details the turbulent times of a relationship that stays the course in the hopes of brighter days on the horizon. The track was recorded in the live room of Hell Fire Studios, in the Dublin Mountains in December 2021. James Smith (formerly of Gypsies on the Autobahn, currently J Smith) sound engineered, produced and mixed the tracks. Matteo Poli (drums, percussion), Rónán Connolly (vocals, rhythm guitar) and Aidan Gray (bass guitar), Jacopo (lead guitar) and Jessie Russell (trumpet, Cooks But We’re Chefs) recorded on the single.

Drifting upon a bed of warm guitar and indie/soul soundscapes, ‘In My Head’ is a lush new single from Big Sleep. The band create a sun-kissed laid back tune that flows effortlessly upon vibrant beats while gentle guitar melodies and hazy trumpet flirtations glisten throughout the track’s dreamy atmosphere. Big Sleep’s sound is a joy to listen to. Each track they release is a musical treat to the listener’s ears and ‘In My Head’ follows this trend superbly. The track is a fine display of the band’s expressive musicianship and compelling sound.

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Author: Danu

Acoustic Set, Indie, Indie Buddie Session, New Music

Indie Buddie Sessions: Big Sleep

Rónán and Matteo performed an acoustic set for Our Indie Buddie Sessions.

Big Sleep are a Dublin based indie-alternative band who spent the last two years playing to packed out rooms of a steady-growing and dedicated fan base until the lockdowns came along. The four-piece formed when frontman, Rónán, entered a Battle of the Bands as a singer-songwriter. He reconnected with some old bandmates and was introduced to some new ones to form the current lineup: Matteo Poli on percussion, Evin O’Connor on lead guitar, Rónán Connolly on vocals and rhythm guitar and Dougie Sealy on bass.

Big Sleep create sun-kissed irresistible tunes laced in warm laid back instrumentation. Blending funky rhythms, supple drums and radiant guitar melodies the bands sound is luscious and oh so sweet on the ears. Rónán and Matteo’s performance highlights the band’s nostalgic hazy melodies through a soft acoustic set and it’s simply divine.

For more from Big Sleep check out their Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/bigsleepmusicpeople/

 Check out the performance below. 


Author: Danu

Indie, New Music

Big Sleep ‘Tattoos’

Big Sleep have released their new single ‘Tattoos’. Big Sleep are a Dublin based indie-alternative band who spent the last two years playing to packed out rooms of a steady-growing and dedicated fan base until the lockdowns came along. The four-piece formed when frontman, Rónán, entered a Battle of the Bands as a singer-songwriter. He reconnected with some old bandmates and was introduced to some new ones to form the current lineup: Matteo Poli on percussion, Evin O’Connor on lead guitar, Rónán Connolly on vocals and rhythm guitar and Dougie Sealy on bass. Right up until COVID restrictions, the band was flat out with multiple gigs a week in venues across the city, including Workman’s, Sound House, WigWam, Grand Social, the Sugar Club and a sold-out headline show in Whelan’s Upstairs in January. 

Filled with mellow arrangements and sun-kissed atmospheres ‘Tattoos’ is a beautiful tune from Big Sleep. The track flows upon a foundation of laid back rhythms and lush guitar refrains to create a euphoric, nostalgic sound that is utterly irresistible. The soundscape ebbs and flows gloriously – layered guitars ripple between elastic bass grooves and Rónán Connolly’s soothing vocal delivery to create a dreamy backdrop for listeners to indulge in. As the song builds into its dynamic crescendo the instrumentation becomes more heavy and features a wonderful shredding guitar solo. Big Sleep have crafted a mesmerising tune perfect for hazy summer days. The track is a joy to listen to and ready for repeat plays.

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Author: Danu

Alt- Pop, Dream Pop, Indie, New Music, Surf Rock

Big Sleep ‘Tall Stories’

Big Sleep have released their new single ‘Tall Stories.’ Big Sleep are a Dublin-based indie-alternative band who have spent the last two years playing to packed out rooms of an ever-growing fanbase until lockdown came along. The four-piece formed when frontman, Rónán, entered a Battle of the Bands as a singer-songwriter. He reconnected with some old bandmates and was introduced to some new ones to form the current lineup: Matteo Poli on percussion, Evin O’Connor on lead guitar, Rónán Connolly on vocals and rhythm guitar, and Dougie Sealy on bass.

‘Tall Stories’ is a mellow groove-driven gem. Big Sleep spread a warm, dreamy melody over a soft bubbling backdrop to create the ultimate hazy day-dream escape. Soothing vocals drift sweetly over the velvety melody, while a groovy bassline and playful drum combination drive the track’s funky foundation. With lush surf-rock guitar adding a dash of zest into the mix, this warm refreshing tune is euphoria to the ears. Big Sleep have created a sunkissed treasure for the listener to enjoy with ‘Tall Stories.’

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Author : Danu