Glassio
Genre : Dream pop
Bio : Glassio is the Queens, NY-based new wave/dream-pop project from Irish-Iranian songwriter-producer Sam R. Glassio started in late 2015 as a duo between Sam R. and his classmate Charles Pinel before it turned into a solo project. In early 2019, Glassio released the sophomore EP Age of Experience. The EP featured the single “Back for More,” which garnered over 2M plays on Spotify and was featured on Alan Ball’s HBO show “Here & Now.” Outside of producing original material and performing, Sam R. is a remixer, producing Glassio re-works for artists like Madge, Argonaut & Wasp, Sulene, and Goldwash.
Track: Are You Having Fun Without Me?
Why We Like It: This lonely disco-hued number weaves sweet melodies into a tight electronic backdrop. The wispy 80’s synths shimmer between soft pulsing beats as Glassio creates a lushly textured indie pop track that broods with tender tones and delicate harmonies. With warm honeyed melodies and dreamy nostalgic atmosphere Glassio’s groove-laced, passionate musicianship is utterly engrossing.
Glassio says this of his single, “Though anything I write is usually an amalgam of multiple experiences, this song was pretty personal and loosely inspired by the upbringing my siblings and I had. We were moved around a lot growing up, and lost touch with friends and family members. I had always wanted to write something that tackled our upbringings, and felt this song was a perfect portal for those sentiments. I wanted to leave it pretty open ended though and hope people can apply their own experiences to the song — whether it be betrayal, a breakup, or not being accepted by someone they love.”
You can follow Glassio on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/glassiomusic/
Stream ‘Are You Having Fun Without Me?’ below
Gengahr
Genre : Alternative pop
Bio : London alternative pop band Gengahr have released their new single “Icarus” from their album, Sanctuary, released last Friday 31st January. Their track “Heavenly Maybe” playlisted at BBC Radio 1, A-listed at BBC 6 Music and Tune Of The Week on Radio 1’s Greg James’ Breakfast Show
Track: Icarus
Why We Like It: It’s an infectious biting indie pop track layered meticulously as shimmering synths swirl between tight grooves and shaky rhythms. This compact intricate number boasts Gengahr’s mature and dense musicianship as twinkling guitar chimes through a wobble of distortion and zest-filled stings. The mosaic wall of sound is held together by a sweet melody and smooth vocals which sprinkle dreamy speckles of scintillation and magic throughout this shiny indie pop number.
About the song, the band said: “Icarus is a song about growing up and coming to terms with the expectations of our youth. As a child we believe anything is possible but as we get older there is a crushing realisation as we begin to understand that the journey of life has its own uncontrollable trajectory. Dave East, who made the videos for “Heavenly Maybe” and “Everything & More”, created the visuals to go with it. Shot near his home in Cape Town the film depicts a car driving down one mountain at night in search of another to climb – much as in life, as we abandon one weight of expectation in search of a new pinnacle.”
You can Follow Gengahr on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/gengahrband/
Stream ‘Icarus’ below
Circa Waves
Genre : Indie
Bio : Liverpool band Circa Waves have arrived at their fourth album. Split into two parts, the first Happy portion was released on January 10th, will combine with the remaining, Sad songs on March 13, as ‘Sad Happy’.
Track: Sad Happy’
Why We Like It: It’s a bubbling euphoric indie number with soft melancholic tones and gloomy daydream melody. With light jingling guitars, vibrant keys and doleful yet buoyant bass the track exudes a cheery yet brooding quality. Its snappy beat and velvety vocals get under your skin – you could dance and bop or lay alone in a dismal sob to this glistening little gem.
You can follow Circa Waves on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/CircaWaves/
Stream ‘Sad Happy’ below
RUN iN RED
Genre : Alternative
Bio : Dublin quartet RUN iN RED have just released their highly anticipated new single ‘I Want It All To Stay’ following a string of summer dates in Ireland, the US and UK which culminated in their biggest headline show to date at Lost Lane in July.The band have received airplay from Today FM, 2FM, FM104 and BBC Radio Foyle.The band supported Pillow Queens at Dublin Quays Festival last year and after that played two special shows in Dublin and Derry; at The Workman’s Club and at Sandinos for the release of ‘A Song For You’ and second EP ‘Undercover, Overthrown’. So far this year the band have supported Makings in Whelans, taken the main stage at The Button Factory, Bello Bar and opened for Jamie Adam in McHughs in Belfast.
Track: I Want It All To Stay
Why We Like It: The band take their vibrant anthemic sound and hone it down into potent musicianship. With bittersweet melodies on guitar RUN iN RED creates a delicate soundscape with sparkling synths wisping around a steady beat and warm pining guitar. The track has a ethereal melancholic tonality. The vocals inject warmth into the song while a gripping crescendo and catchy melody make ‘I Want It All To Stay’ a smooth, moving, cosy delight.
You can follow RUN iN RED on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/runinredmusic
Stream ‘I Want It All To Stay’ below
Year of the Tiger
Genre : Indie rock
Bio : Southern California indie rock duo Year of the Tiger have just released their new EP, ‘One’ and their latest single from the EP is “Part Time Lover.”
Track: Part Time Lover
Why We Like It: This hook laden number struts in with swagger dipped vocals, a pop peppered melody and vibrant indie exterior. With slinky, funk daubed guitar lines, snappy beat and a sweet sun kissed melody ‘Part Time Lover’ is instantly infectious and fun. A vibrant backdrop boasts panache as the track drifts in on a compelling air of cool chicness for the verses before it erupts into an eargasmic chorus and crescendo.
You can follow Year of the Tiger on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/yearofthetigerrr/
Stream ‘Part Time Lover’ below
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Author : Danu
