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Circus Wolves ‘This Is Something You Can’t Replace’ EP

Guy Wynn Davies (vocals), Cameron Tetlow (drums), Ben Dodson (bass) Jack Taylor and Jim Ker (guitars) comprise Manchester five-piece Circus Wolves. They have released their new EP ‘This Is Something You Can’t Replace’. Circus Wolves have shared the stage with the likes of The Slow Readers Club, and The Amazons. Their EP ‘Annie Baby’ (2013) was followed up with fan favourite ‘Tourist’ in March 2017. ‘Judas’ (2017) received high praise from both BBC Introducing in Manchester and Radio XS. 2018 saw the introduction of Ben Dodson on bass and the band continuing their working relationship with Bob Cooper with ‘Infamy’ (released February 2018).

Boasting untamed, dynamic instrumentation ‘This Is Something You Can’t Replace’ is a tight collection of tracks which displays Circus Wolves’ raw unbridled rock in all its glory. With an ominous and suspenseful ‘Intro’ the EP kicks into motion. Exuding sharp guitar riffs, pummeling drums and rampant bass grooves the track sets the EP’s tone, wonderfully paving the way for the ferocious ‘Hunt You Down’ and ‘The Taste’ which oozes light guitar refrains weaving between the band’s punchy rhythmic backdrop. With soaring indie guitar punctuating the elastic bass rumbles and buoyant drum whacks, ‘Clarity’ continues the EP’s instrumentally wild sound.

A lamenting guitar echoes, through the airy soundscape of ‘Pulling Teeth’. This building track is passionate, electrifying and cinematic in scope. ‘Pulling Teeth’ emits an icy tone as the listener is invited to indulge in the songs intricate layers of weaving and twinkling guitars, wriggling bass and steady drums while the haunting emotive vocals and melancholic melody provide the ultimate end for the EP. 

Circus Wolves have created a mature and well crafted EP with ‘This Is Something You Can’t Replace’. They are cultivating their sound superbly to create music which chills and thrills all at once. Each track on the EP is an impressive expression of the bands musical prowess and deft musicianship.

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Author : Danu

Alt Rock, Indie, indie rock, New Music

Circus Wolves ‘Dance With Me’

Photo Credit: Paul Husband

Manchester alt.indie noise-makers Circus Wolves have recently released their new single ‘Dance With Me’. The band  comprised of Guy Wynn Davies (vocals), Cameron Tetlow (drums), Ben Dodson (bass) Jack Taylor and Jim Ker (guitars) have shared the stage with the likes of The Slow Readers Club, and The Amazons.

‘Dance With Me’ is another invigorating slice of alternative indie from Circus Wolves. With intricate guitars weaving with a breezy, biting sharpness through an ethereal soundscape these guys whack out a vigorous passionate number. Expressive vocals and a wistful melody glide effortlessly into the ears while the whirlwind instrumentation whooshes past with intensity and might. The track builds from the chiming verses to a massive chorus of epic proportions leaving you in awe of this bands sharp musicianship. With an infectious buoyant rhythmic backdrop and storm ridden shaky percussion this track has a heightened sense of urgency. It’s goose bump inducing as the frantic guitars relentlessly shrill, pine and soar with an almost obsessive nature while the rooted bass drives through the whirring sound with adrenaline and stamina. It’s another exhilarating number from Circus Wolves. 

You can catch the band live headlining Verve bar in Leeds on Friday 8th November and headlining Night People in Manchester on Saturday 9th November.

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Worth A Listen

Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Circus Wolves

Guy Wynn Davies (vocals), Cameron Tetlow (drums), Ben Dodson (bass) Jack Taylor and Jim Ker (guitars) comprise Manchester alt.indie band Circus Wolves who have shared the stage with the likes of The Slow Readers Club, The Amazons and No Hot Ashes. They are set to release their new single ‘No Country’ on January 26th ahead of the band’s highly anticipated headline show at Night & Day in Manchester on Saturday 2nd February.

‘No Country’ is a searing, jaunty swivel of the exhilarating alternative rock Circus Wolves do so well. The five piece whack out the intense high voltage rock from the get go with blistering guitars crashing off dynamic drum whacks while a rooted bass groove rumbles and wiggles creating a sublime fluctuant foundation for this track to soar and ricochet off. With animated jagged rhythms thumping through scorching guitar fondles and smashing solo’s, Circus Wolves have blasted into 2019 taking no prisoners. Dripping in swagger and a gritty rush of adrenaline- this high powered track is locked and loaded for the sweaty live shows. With its catchy laid back melody in tow and powerful vocals adding that final atomic punch- it’s the perfect sweet and sour blend to tantalize your power rock taste buds.

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Alt Rock, Indie, indie rock, New Music

Circus Wolves ‘Judas’

Manchester five-piece Circus Wolves have released their new single ‘Judas’. Band members Guy Aled Wynn Davies, Jim Ker, Jack Taylor, Ben Lawton and Cameron Tetlow are making a name for themselves with their sound that captures indie rock and roll reminiscent of the late 90’s, early 00’s.

‘Judas’ is a soaring indie anthem. It’s raw and emotional with sweet stinging guitar melodies that bleed nostalgia and passion. Lush harmonies, powerful vocals and sing along fist pumping energy gives an arena worthy vibe. Pulsing drums and rich soaring soundscapes build to a massive crescendo showcasing the hearty full sound of this five piece. These guys were made for big shows and large crowds bellowing out their lyrics at the top of their lungs. A solid anthem from Circus Wolves.

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Alt Rock, Indie, indie rock, New Music, Rock and Roll

Circus Wolves ‘Tourist’

Manchester five-piece Circus Wolves have released their new single ‘Tourist’. The band have developed a unique sound combining frenetic guitars with melancholic melodies. Band members Guy Aled Wynn Davies, Jim Ker,Jack Taylor, Ben Lawton and Cameron Tetlow wear their Mancunian influences heavily on their sleeves and share a love for northern soul and 60s rock n roll.
‘Tourist’ is a snappy high powered infectious track. Sharp shredding guitars pierce through the track with kinetic flames of fire while a flexible spring on bass bounces along behind lifting the track. Punchy drums pound throughout while ghostly backing vocals create an eerie spine chilling atmosphere. Stand out powerful vocals add a strong almost theatrically aggressive yet swagger induced quality and when that falsetto kicks in, oh my it’s goosebump inducing. These guys have given us a raw edgy track that exudes rock n roll panache with a Talking Heads- esque element. It’s a feverish blast of blistering alternative rock that marks these guys as ones to watch. Absolutely brilliant.

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