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Indie Buddie Introducing : Bullet Girl

Photo Credit : Nicholas O’Donnell

North Dublin alternative four piece Bullet Girl have released their new single ‘The Rush’ which was produced and mixed by Graham Byrne. In 2019, Bullet Girl have gone from strength to strength bringing their unique blend of alternative rock and post-punk across major venues in Dublin, culminating in two packed out headline gigs in Whelan’s (Upstairs) on June 15th and at The Workman’s Club on July 12th for Oslo Dublin.

Swirled in a surge of energetic alternative rock with a swanky strut quality ‘The Rush’ announces itself with swagger, adrenaline and sublime instrumentation. With a groove ravaged back bone, the track shuffles in, ready to dominate your mind. The sun speckled guitar, strums little golden bursts of euphoria through the buoyant backdrop while confident vocals charm their way through the catchy melody. This track is saturated in panache displayed by a steamy guitar solo, infectious chorus and intense dynamic musicianship. This is a band you need to hear. Keep an eye out for these guys.  

Stream ‘The Rush’ below 


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Shiva and the Hazards ‘Angkor Wat’

Melbourne / London band Shiva and the Hazards have released their new single ‘Angkor Wat’. Produced by Matt Redlich (Holy Holy, Husky) and mastered by Brian Lucey (Arctic Monkeys,The Black Keys), the single is the bands first follow up since their debut EP, ’Future Cult Classics’ which was released last year. ‘Future Cult Classics’ featured the single, ’East India Empress’, which was produced by Chris Potter (The Verve,The Rolling Stones),and earned radio play on Triple J, Triple M and community radio in Australia, as well as BBC radio and independent radio in the UK.

‘Angkor Wat’ is a laid back breezy tune with tight grooves and intricate guitar lines as Shiva and the Hazards venture into their psychedelic hued sound. The smooth melody glides effortlessly upon a busy backdrop of steady drums and weaving bass lines while the sublime guitar pirouettes and zealously stings creating a lonesome rich atmosphere. These wonderful guitar lines create depth and character as they flurry twinkle and crash throughout the track. ‘Angkor Wat’ is a sophisticated track and a sublime new addition to Shiva and the Hazards’ collection.

Shiva and the Hazards will play the following shows this August,September and October

Thu 29/8–AUCKLAND,Powerstation*

Sat 31/8–PERTH, Astor Theatre*

Wed 4/9–BRISBANE, The Tivoli*

Thu 5/9–MELBOURNE, Forum Theatre*

Fri 6/9–SYDNEY, Enmore Theatre*

Sat 7/9–SYDNEY, Botany View Hotel

Tue 22/10–MELBOURNE, Corner Hotel**

Thu 24/10–SYDNEY, Factory Theatre**

Fri 25/10–BRISBANE, The Zoo

***supporting RIDE

**supporting CAST

Stream ‘Angkor Wat’ below 


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

Follow No One ‘Fear No Evil’

Heavy Rock duo Follow No One have released their new single ‘Fear No Evil’. This is their 2nd single of 2019, following on from their last effort ‘Your Time of Dying’, released in March which has been nominated for Best Rock Act/Best Rock Song at the 2019 JMA Awards in Nashville.

‘Fear No Evil’ is an abrasive rock track that blends Follow No Ones hard hitting sound with groovy elements to create an invigorating number. With intricate guitar work entwining between the pounding drums and powerful vocals this track is mighty in every aspect. The shrilling guitars crunch, crash and soar over the rough backdrop adding flurries of finesse and grandeur between the chaos. The chorus is dynamic and anthemic as the song goes from high point to high point without any lag. It’s a power rock track that swarms in to rush adrenaline into your veins – an enjoyable and exhilarating listen.

Stream ‘Fear No Evil’ below


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Skyfever ‘Burning Hands’

Irish rock band Skyfever have released their new single ‘Burning Hands’. This searing gritty number blazes through with Skyfever’s ballsy rock in all its glory. Blistering guitars lacerate through pounding drums and scorching synths as the band showcase their prowess and swagger in one hell raising tune. With a darkly coated backdrop, powerful expressive vocals and rooted bass weaved generously into an epic synth feature its a dramatic tune from the start. The dynamic chorus, teasing sister verses and shrilling solo showcase the bands ability to refine their sound and blend it perfectly for maximum impact. The thumping beat and vocals alone could summon the dead while the dazzling glossy soundscape and raw rock brutality beaten into this edged track creates a thrilling contrast.This shredding riff driven track curls and coils rock and synth to create something truly special. Skyfever are ones to keep an eye on. 

Stream ‘Burning Hands’ below


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Worth A Listen

Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From The Brookes

The Brookes have released their new track ‘Spaceship Rodeo’. After recording their previous tracks at Magic Garden Studio with Gavin Monoghan, including ‘Constellations Of You’ which has reaped major success, they are back again with another anthemic production. Hailing from Grimsby, the four piece comprised of Benjamin Keal, Elliott Gant, Fraser Macdonald and Dylan Youles captivate listeners with their refreshing 70’s style sound and vision.

 ‘Spaceship Rodeo’ is an exhilarating blast of The Brookes’ passionate youthful musicianship as they douse the tune in heart rushing melodies, sublime guitar work and infectious rhythm. Invigorating soundscapes create an ethereal spacey atmosphere while the elastic bass groove and buoyant drums keep the track grounded. The sublime guitar melodies weave sharp zealous stings and golden threads of adrenaline throughout the track while the raspy vocals seep passion and vigor.It’s well crafted and danceable with that instant rush of breathtaking indie to tantalize the senses and keep you singing along all day. 

Stream ‘Spaceship Rodeo’ below 


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Sleater-Kinney ‘The Center Won’t Hold’ Album

Sleater-Kinney are set to release their tenth album, ‘The Center Won’t Hold’ on 16th August. The iconic trio is comprised of Carrie Brownstein (guitar/vocals), Corin Tucker (guitar/vocals) and, now former drummer, Janet Weiss (drums). The album was produced by St. Vincent and is released through Mom + Pop. Tickets are on sale to the general public for the band’s extensive North American tour kicking off in Spokane, WA on the 9th October with a full run of European dates announced for next year including a show at Dublin’s Vicar Street on March 1st.

‘The Center Won’t Hold’ shows a sparkling deeply smoldering new facet to Sleater-Kinney’s sound as they swirl and layer sultry synths and slinky guitar lines into their indie aesthetic. It’s a lush album – rich in sound, vibrant in its construction and smoking hot all the way to its core. From the enticing build of title track ‘The Center Won’t Hold’ right through to the fleshy raw ‘Ruins’ and steamy dance infested ‘Hurry On Home’,  Sleater-Kinney present their unique sound blending boisterous noise- rock mania with brooding thuds, experimental moments, electronic swirls and all out smothering indie. ‘Reach Out’ is one sublime indie track with mesmerising guitar moments and infectious emotive melodies while ‘Can I Go On’ swirls a quirky quality into the mix as Sleater-Kinney flesh out their infectious melodies coating them with a sweet candied tone and sun kissed vibe. This album is full to brim with pulsing synths and sensual wobbly guitar, psychedelic soundscapes and powerful vocals. The synths and electronics ooze and seep from the tracks like liquid nitrogen creating a smokey haunting atmosphere of euphoria and mystery while the catchy melty melodies tease and entice. There is a Fleetwood Mac hue lingering over ‘A Restless Life’ and the darkly coated ‘The Future Is Here’ as the guitar jingles and strides with a laid back tone allowing the warm honest vocals take the attention. 

‘Love’  bounces with an 80’s slapped pop melody and infectious groove while the adrenaline rush on guitars are reinforced by the lush harmonies and vibrant atmosphere. The rock ‘n’ roll foot shuffling ‘Bad Dance’ drips swagger into the album with every slinky guitar line, panache-saturated vocal and drum thud. Sleater-Kinney display their emotional power ballad-esque style with ‘The Dog The Body’. With lamenting sting on guitar, anthemic chorus, punchy drums and compelling vocals its one for fist pumping the air to. ‘Broken’ brings a graceful close to the album. Elegant piano accompaniment and emotional vocals serenade distant guitar pines in the background creating the most moving and heartbreaking listening experience. 

‘The Center Won’t Hold’ is a thrilling album that walks a fine line between sensual electronic and indie rock. Sleater-Kinney blend all these elements superbly to create a impressive body of work that you can dance, sing and rock out to. Its quirky, crazy and absolutely brilliant. 

About the album  Brownstein explains, “We’re always mixing the personal and the political but on this record, despite obviously thinking so much about politics, we were really thinking about the person — ourselves or versions of ourselves…. — in the middle of the chaos.”   Weiss adds, “I think for Carrie and Corin it was liberating to explore a different sound palette. Annie (St. Vincent) has a lot of experience building her own music with keyboards and synthesizers so she could be our guide to help us make sense of this new landscape and still sound like us.” Tucker says, “The Center Won’t Hold drops you into the world of catastrophe that touches on the election. And almost like a mission statement, at the end of that song, it’s like the band is finding its way out of that space by becoming a rock band.” 

‘The Center Won’t Hold’ will be released on 16th August 

Until then you can stream the title track ‘The Center Won’t Hold’ below :


Alt Rock, Indie, indie rock, New Music

Y!KES ‘Shadow Gallery’

Birmingham alternative rock band Y!KES have released their new single ‘Shadow Gallery’, a Britpop inspired anthem about dementia. Since forming in January 2019 they have released three singles/videos, their debut being the highly well received ‘Uncanny Valley’. Following slots at NotAFest, Soma Fest, Your City Festival and dates all over the UK supporting acts such as Mantra and Woes, the band have plenty more in store for 2019 including slots at Macmillan Fest & Hard Rock Hell and a hometown show supporting Mallory Knox (TBC). They’ll be putting on a headline show at the Asylum 2 in Birmingham on the 16th August. The video for the new single features a large cast who play the band growing up, 70s/80s pop star and Amarillo singer ‘Tony Christie’ playing an older version of Y!KES singer Joby Fitzgerald.

 ‘Shadow Gallery’ is a powerful melodic anthem laced in passionate songwriting and dynamic, jarring instrumentation as Y!KES take their raucous sound and rein it in to create a more melodic and tender number. Raspy vocals add grit to the emotional melody while punchy drums and rowdy backdrop maintain Y!KES’ mighty wall of sound. The guitars inject a sweet and stinging sense of innocence throughout the track as they lament through the verses before crashing into the meaty chorus. It’s a compelling and sophisticated tune that boasts the bands ability to write tracks of substance as well as all out blistering tunes.

You can catch Y!KES live at : 

11th August – Statfold Barn Festival, Tamworth

16th August – The Asylum 2, Birmingham (Headline show/Video shoot)

07th September – Macmillan Festival, Nottingham

30th September – Mama Roux, Birmingham – with Mallory Knox (To Be Confirmed)

07th November  – Hard Rock Hell Festival, Great Yarmouth 

Watch the video for  ‘Shadow Gallery’ below 


Alt Rock, EP Review, Indie, indie rock, New Music

Watchy ‘Double Retired’ EP

Photo Credit : Stuart Hayes Photography

Dublin artist Watchy has released his debut solo EP ‘Double Retired’. This four track surge of blustery alternative rock ignites with title track ‘Double Retired’. Doused in gritty coarse bass lines pulverising drums and gravelly vocals this brisk frenzied track announces the EP with punk/rock stained tones and aggressive instrumentation. The track builds to its frenetic crescendo with kick ass rock swaggered guitar and meaty foundation. The triumphant  ‘Queening Death’ follows. Here Watchy takes Queens’  ‘I Want to Break Free’ throws it into a mincer of rock mania before peppering it with metal hues and aggression to create a milk curdling assault on the senses. Watchy screams the lyrics over a bruising backdrop of shredding epic guitars and pounding drums taking this classic and spinning it into a more ominous heavy exclamation of desperation. With a frantic crescendo featuring shouted “die die” lyrics it’s ready for the blood thirsty mosh pit. Debut single ‘Shelved’ cools the tone of the EP as we see Watchy venture into his electronic aesthetic. This instrumental track builds and ferments carefully, showcasing his ability to richly layer and brood his tracks into ballsy refined tunes. Beginning as a synth jam the track progresses into an all out manic alternative number as the bass flourishes becoming more aggressive and powerful while the drums go berserk. ‘Temporary Satisfaction (I Can’t Get No)’ brings the album to a powerful end with 80’s rock flavoured guitar and buoyant rhythms. The gritty bass lines saturate the track in panache while Watchy wails and screams over the blistering backdrop. 

‘Double Retired’ isn’t for the faint-hearted. It’s a raw EP filled with heavy crashing instrumentation, sharp bass and floor-moving drums. Watchy has developed and fleshed out his rough and tumble alternative rock and I dare say its pretty impressive.

About the EP Watchy said :” I wanted to see if I could do something on my own, playing  and hanging with my friend Dara from Chancer (who I convinced to drum on these tracks) really inspired me to write on my own and work on songs from the ground up, I treated it like a job and went in on my own to rehearse ideas, come up with melodies take a lunch break then go back to them and finish at a reasonable time then come back to them a day later. The results have been so amazing and I’m really proud of what I came up with.”

Stream ‘Double Retired’ below 


Alt Rock, Indie, Indie Punk, indie rock, New Music

Burnt Tongues ‘Setting the Tone’

London based trio Burnt Tongues have released their second single ‘Setting the Tone’. The band consisting of Chris Kelsey (vocals, bass), Jack Charles (guitar) and Piers Berryman (drums) have recruited a loyal fan base with ambitious live performances and debut single ‘Twist & Shake’. The band are set to release a stream of singles and collaborations throughout the year and anticipate an album in early 2020.

‘Setting the Tone’ is an intoxicating swagger-dunked alternative number. Burnt Tongues intensify their blistering sound with sharp guitars which slice and shrill through the buoyant punchy drum and elastic bass foundation. This blustery track is lock and loaded, ready for repeat plays. The infectious melody drifts on a cool pop tone. The warm lead vocals exude a smooth rock ‘n’ roll vibe while the shouted backing vocals injecting a whack of punk into the mix. ‘Setting the Tone’ is an exhilarating track brimming with charm and kinetic instrumentation, making Burnt Tongues ones to keep an eye on.

You can catch Burnt Tongues live at:

29th August – The Monarch Camden / supporting The Famous Class

14th September – Nambucca / hosted by This Feeling.

Stream ‘Setting the Tone’ below 


Alt Rock, Indie, indie rock, New Music

Springfield ‘105’

Cumbria based alternative indie band Springfield have released their new single ‘105’ which was recorded at Catalyst Studios in St. Helens with production duo Sugar House. The track arises following their previous single ‘Footstep’, gaining 40K + streams and over 12K monthly listeners in 4 months on Spotify alone.

Springfield flesh out their mighty musicianship with ‘105’ – a short brisk alternative number that travels along strident guitars, pummeling snappy drums and a thrilling wall of sound. With a catchy pop melody surrounded by swirling synths, this kinetic number is a caffeine shot in the chest of energizing indie. Dynamic vocals spit the lyrics while backing vocals shout behind the rigorous backdrop creating a harsh and rough texture to this relentless track. It’s a fiery well layered speed ball that is sure to have you singing along in no time,

Stream ‘105’ below