Hailing from the UK and now residing in Australia, alternative Rock band Kings Union have released their debut single ‘Spirals’ from their upcoming album of the same name set for release on 16th October 2019. Kings Union have released a video, animated by 351 Studio, to accompany the single and in homage to their favourite 90s rock videos.
Baked in gritty riffs and slick instrumentation ‘Spirals’ steam rolls in as Kings Union announce their raw powerful rock with swagger and attitude. With pummeling drums battering through the neck snapping wall of sound the track blisters and boils with hard rock influences. A little Black Sabbath – esque ‘Spirals’ bombards your brain with raw rock, sanded down and funneled into small anthemic bursts for easy consumption. It’s a sturdy debut from Kings Union.
Dürtbürd have released their debut single ‘Shake Shake Fail’. Dürtbürd are a ‘durt-rock’ 4 piece based out of Leixlip consisting of Johno Leader (Bass), David McDonald (Guitar), Phil Donnery (Drums) and Jimmy Deface (Vocals). Dürtbürd’s Debut Live Video/Single for ‘Shake Shake Fail’ was filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by the band at their HQ in a secret location in Leixlip.
‘Shake Shake Fail’ is a funky danceable number drenched is sass and swagger as Dürtbürd announce themselves with a chic infectious track. With slinky guitars strutting through a sizzling bass line while the snappy drums shimmy and shake throughout- the band present a charismatic and engaging display. The track walks a fine line between funky and alternative rock to create a compelling grooving driven mosh tune. It’s brisk and laced in adrenaline as the vocals venture from scream growls to cheeky whispers. Tight with refined musicianship ‘Shake Shake Fail’ is an exhilarating whirlwind and sublime introduction to Dürtbürd.
Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Miles Kane
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Miles Kane has shared his new single ‘Blame It On The Summertime’. This infectious number is a fun, swanky gem that drives on a shimmying rhythm and catchy vocal hook as jaunty guitars jingle between a lush melody. With strut-like quality and rock ‘n’ roll suaveness Kane’s vocals prance through the track exuding effortless swagger. The melty melodies seep into your ears like golden honey while the sun kissed guitar tinkles and whines throughout while the dance-able rhythmic bounce ensures you will be bopping along in no time. Kane has grabbed the summer, created a heatwave and stretched it out into the autumn with this charming sizzler.
Manchester indie band Provocateurs have released their new single ’90’s Girl’. Provocateurs formed in August 2015, Duffy and Fitch formed the band on a night out in Manchester. After building their own rehearsal room, along came James Allen and Marco on lead guitar and bass.
’90’s Girl’ is a belting indie track with a scream out loud chorus sure to exhaust your lungs while Provocateurs flesh out their ethereal musicianship. With zest-filled airy guitars biting and glistening through the punchy drums and breezy backdrop the track instantly cuts into your ears with relentless stamina. The attitude soaked vocals bellow out the catchy chorus as the sharp riffs and anthemic melodies keep the track raw and ready for the mosh pit of a live show. ’90’s Girl’ is another outstanding track from Provocateurs.
Volume 22 have released their debut single ‘Trip Out’. The band comprised of Tony Clarke (Guitar/Vocals), Joshua Greenley (Bass), and Nathan Exley (Drums) are a new rock band from Essex/Suffolk which has already had support from BBC Introducing and Bonehead the founding member and guitarist of Oasis.
‘Trip Out’ is a blistering indie track that spirals around whirring guitars and a floor shaking drum progression as Volume 22 announce themselves with a spectacular biting display. With a punchy rhythm holding the foundation for the soaring guitars to ricochet off this track is an instant ethereal shot of adrenaline. The guitars whir, shrill and majestically soar through the track while the gritty bass rumbles and slaps beneath to create a thrilling soundscape. With a catchy melody, exhilarating chorus, dizzying instrumentation and smooth vocals this is a fantastic debut from Volume 22.
Manchester’s Dantevilles are set to release their new EP ‘Welcome to the Theatre’ on the 30th August. 2019 has seen Dantevilles complete a successful U.K tour with DHP, Huw Stephens championing their latest 2 singles on Radio 1, as well as a 350 capacity sold out hometown show under their belt.
‘Welcome To The Theatre’ is a coherent three track EP that grooves, weaves and soars with Dantevilles rich musicianship as they meander their way into a darker more refined sound. ‘Soundscape’ begins the sinister tone with eerie twinkling guitars glistening through a heavy backdrop of punchy drums and tight bass line while the moody melody creeps into your brain effortlessly. With an ominous backdrop and dramatic vocals the track drifts in like a fog on a dark damp night before exploding into a danceable frantic chorus. ‘Save Me A Dance’ adds a tropical tone to the EP with jangly guitars and infectious samba style rhythms while the warm vocals melt upon the glorious ear-worm melody. It’s a vibrant and vivid middle track that ties the darker tone together with brightness and luminosity however this track breaks the cheeriness with a shadowy bridge before the fantastic crescendo. ‘Confession’ returns to the more cloudy atmosphere. With an ethereal guitar display between a murky backdrop of eerie gloom the track flickers between an 80’s- esque atmospheric sheen and dark melodic indie to create something truly satisfying and catchy.
As a whole ‘Welcome to the Theatre’ packs in some superb guitar work intricately entwined between a cinematic and dramatic backdrop of indie pop, and darkly smothering atmospheres as Dantevilles flesh out their meaty and compelling sound.
‘Welcome to the Theatre’ is released on the 30th August until then you can stream ‘Confession’ below
Galway band Slyrydes have released their new single ‘Out Patience’. The band comprised of Marc Raftery (Vocals), Mark Comer (Guitar), Fuz Reilly (Bass Guitar), Paul Clarke (Drums) have had support slots with Fight Like Apes, Palma Violets and PEACE, on top of festival appearances and regular headline shows around Ireland. The band have also been played frequently on Today fm, 2fm, RTE radio one, Radio Nova, BBC radio Foyle and Radio X in the UK as well as many regional stations.
With shrilling distortion and a thumping beat pounding adrenaline into your veins ‘Out Patience’ displays Slyrydes commanding robust sound in all its powerful might. Gritty, sharp and laced in acid soaked guitar lines this corrosive blast of raw punk rock hits hard and bulldozes into your brain. The guitars weave from rough acute lacerations to refined wails while the rooted bass groove rumbles beneath creating a fluctuant foundation between the pulverising drums. With screaming vocals and an all round dark eerie atmosphere it’s one hell-raising belter. There is refined guitar moments within this track as they slink, slither and weave between the verses and sleek solo before the track breaks into all out anarchy. ‘Out Patience’ is one exhilarating whirlwind from Slyrydes.
Alternative rock three piece Rat Face Lewey have released their new single ‘Comfortable’ ahead of the release of their sophomore album, ‘The Fall Of Man’, on Friday 6th September. Rat Face Lewey were originally formed back in 2010 by brothers Jonny (lead vocals/guitar) and Mav (bass) with Gregg on drums.
‘Comfortable’ is a battering alternative rock track as Rat Face Lewey douse their sound in rich melodies intricate guitar work and pounding rhythms. The track flows fluidly on a smooth melody while raspy vocals express the passionate lyrics as the gritty backdrop adds a beefy mosh ready foundation. With punchy drums and crashing guitars that soar, slice and shred through the darkened soundscape, it’s an adrenaline rush of moody rock. The growl-like backing vocals add a rough quality to the track as the guitars meander between glistening innocence and sharp lacerations against the buoyant rhythmic backdrop.‘Comfortable’ is another vigorous number from Rat Face Lewey.
Liverpool based dark-pop band The Post Romantics have released their new single ‘Ride’ via DEADBOY$CLUB which was recorded at the iconic Motor Museum in Liverpool with Al Groves (Bring Me The Horizon) and hip-hop producer Cal Cowie. The Post Romantics is formed of brothers Connor Cockbain, Cameron Cockbain and Liam Cockbain along with their childhood friend, Sam Barton. ‘Ride’ follows the success of self-released debut single ‘Call It Off’ which was championed by BBC Introducing, as the track was played for 4 consecutive weeks, receiving plays on BBC Radio Merseyside, BBC Lancashire, BBC Norfolk and BBC Suffolk.
With sulky guitars, dark melodies and an eerie atmosphere ‘Ride’ fleshes out The Post Romantics deeply moving and sinister musicianship with a polished crisp sheen. The heavy beats and muggy melody drift into R&B territory while the ominous glisten on guitars, chiming keys and haunting soundscapes take the track into a moody sinister state. With a rooted sway-able groove and slinky persona this track creeps in with a spine chilling icy vibe as the warm vocals portray the bitter brooding lyrics. The track is intense and filled with sultry moments and sublime ominous undertones. There is oodles of emotion as The Post Romantics bend genres to create a smooth yet gloomy listening experience with grace and an air of swagger.
About the track Connor Cockbain explains: “You always hurt the ones you love most. It’s an old saying but it still rings true. Or, at least it does for me… I feel like every relationship I’ve had has started in a whirlwind of lust, and eventually dissolved into two people taking turns to mess with the other’s emotions. Once that initial intensity subsides, all you’re left with is two people who don’t really know how to love themselves, never mind someone else. We wrote this track because we wanted to talk about how hard it is to want to be with someone when, deep down, you know it’s not healthy. You never know whether you should stay and fight for it, or just leave it all in the rearview and never look back”.
Belfast indie rock band Red House have released their new single ‘Spaceman’. This passionate indie track swoons and broods through a melty melody while chiming guitars and buoyant rhythm create a soft ethereal atmosphere. The sweet guitar melodies wisp about the verses before jangling and crashing into the catchy chorus. The track is subtly anthemic exuding oodles of emotion through both the instrumentation and vocals. Slightly melancholic the track builds to a shredding, stinging guitar solo and expressive crescendo making this track one exhilarating gem. With glorious tear jerking guitar lines Red House have created one mesmerising indie number.
Stream ‘Spaceman’ below
Indie: (n) an obscure form of rock which you only learn about from someone slightly more hip than yourself.
