TEN OUNCE MOUSE
Genre: Indie pop/rock
Bio: TEN OUNCE MOUSE are a 4-piece Indie Pop/Rock outfit from Enniscorthy comprised of Luc Power (vocals), Brandon Murphy (guitar), Syzmon Dobrowolski (bass) and Michael O’Connor (drums). Constantly gigging nationally and currently working on their debut album, they are quickly making a name for themselves in the Irish independent music scene.
Track: Echoes
Why We Like It: It’s a bright bubbly number that oozes passion and charm. With pulsing driving rhythms and light jingly guitar riff the track has a thriving meaty foundation and hearty atmosphere. Their is a hint of traditional Irish camaraderie in the melody as the chorus powerfully boasts pride and warm pub sing-along vibes. The track builds becoming more hefty as the mighty crescendo brings an alternative rock grit to the track however the band rein this in with their sublime harmonies and joyous melody. It’s an earnest soul nourishing track sure to have you singing along in no time.
You can follow TEN OUNCE MOUSE on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/TENOUNCEMOUSE/
Stream ‘Echoes’ below
Saytr Play
Genre: Indie
Bio: Indie-pop makers Saytr Play return with new single ‘Second Hand Emotion’ following the release of their ‘Bang Average’ single in January which appeared on Spotify’s ‘New Music Friday’, ‘The Indie List’, ‘All New, All Now’, ‘Unknown Songs That Should Be Known’ playlists and was played by Amazing Radio and Radio X.
Track: Second Hand Emotion
About the track frontman’s Fred said : “The image explores the vulnerability I feel in today’s society and this idea that we have a voice. In my opinion we don’t have a voice or at least a voice that will be heard. The abstract nature of the image provokes thought. What ever that may be is irrelevant because it’s your own unique thought! Your second hand emotion.”
Why We Like It: Its a slinky indie rock anthem bursting from the seams with fiery attitude and strut quality. A gritty rooted riff creates the rumbling foundation while the battering drums power blast throughout. Its a groove infested chic number laced in sweltering adrenaline and swagger soaked guitar lines. With a sing along chorus and vibrant vocals its sure to run riot in your head for days.
You can follow Saytr Play on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/Saytrplay
Watch the video for ‘Second Hand Emotion below’
Slender Pins
Genre: Post-punk
Bio: Emerging on the London live music scene in late 2018, Slender Pins’s first release, ‘Where’s the Money’, bagged airplay on BBC Introducing Music in London
Track: Not Long Now
Why We Like It: This raw slice of indie rock is laced in sweet acid soaked guitar lines that lament and pine through the track with relentless stamina while the brawny attack on drums and hypnotizing bass rumble create a frantic pace. The track has a dark undertone however the catchy chorus, intriguing bridge and stop and start elements keep the track refreshing and quirky. With oodles of punk energy fermenting on an indie soundscape this exhilarating tune is a must listen as Slender Pins mark themselves as ones to keep an eye one.
You can follow Slender Pins on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/slenderpins/
Stream ‘Not Long Now’ below
Earlybird
Genre: Electronic alternative synthpop
Bio: Earlybird comprise of Leamington Spa trio Andy Mort, Ben Munday, and Jon Mort. ’Late Again’ is their debut single and was mixed and mastered with John Rivers at Woodbine Street Studio.
Track: Late Again
Why We Like It: This mesmerising track swirls with electronic dance elements before drifting and blending beautifully into a crisp cathedral-esque wall of sound. A bubbling, blooping and gloopy beat creates a fluctuant danceable foundation and hypnotic soundscape. The synths wisp and soar around this backdrop majestically building sublime and climatic layers to the track before it breaks into a pristine church-like choir crescendo. The lush harmonies are enthralling as the track flickers and glitches. Its a fantastic display of musicianship. Unique and well crafted ‘Late Again’ is a multi dimensional track with an 80’s pop sheen sure to keep you on your toes.
You can follow Earlybird on Twitter here https://twitter.com/helloearlybird
Stream ‘Late Again’ below
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Author : Danu
