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EP Review, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

Reqs ‘Shades Of Red’ EP

Four piece alternative band Reqs are releasing their debut EP ‘Shades Of Red’ tomorrow August 31st. Reqs, a four piece alternative band from Derby who formed just over a year ago. The band comprised of members Laurence Penna (Vocals, Guitar), Tom Wright (Guitar, Vocals), Dan McGrath (Bass, Vocals) and Ben Connolly (Drums) have supported the likes of No Hot Ashes and Judas, have sold out The Blessington Carriage in Derby, played DPP Festival 2 years running and have also played shows in Nottingham and Sheffield with Vega Bay, The Wired and more.

The quartet fill their debut EP ‘Shades Of Red’ with catchy, melodically lush tracks that glide upon funk flavoured grooves and vibrant choruses. There are some golden guitar moments throughout the tracks. The guitars glimmer glorious scintillation through the honey drizzled melody in  ‘Both Of Us’ while a soft buoyant drum keeps a steady foundation for the warm sweet toned guitar to lament and gracefully weave around. The vocals are velvety and smooth as they delicately wrap around the oh so sweet melody. These tracks are well paced for mellow easy listening with enough punch to have those feet tapping and heads bopping without ruining the hazy laid back mood. ‘Tapestry’ once again displays tasty guitar lines and a lovable melody to make you fondly nostalgic while you sway about gently. These guys build their background superbly, the elastic bass and drum combinations keep a flexible groovy foundation while this dreamy number floats about with a 50’s-esque delicate charm. ‘Pearls’ closes the EP following on fluidly from its predecessors. The guitar takes on a steamy whine for the verses before building into a heavier chorus. Steeped in funky tones this track has a strut quality to it as the guitar prances about a punchy swaggering beat.

‘Shades Of Red’ is a lovable EP from Reqs. It showcases some fine musicianship. Reqs’ tight sound is clean and crisp without overproduction or excessive fluff – just good, wholesome, chilled tunes to satisfy your melodic indie thirst.

You can follow Reqs on facebook here  https://www.facebook.com/reqsband/

 


Indie, indie rock, New Music, Pop Punk

Static Vision ‘In The Summer’

Limerick punk band Static Vision have released their new single ‘In The Summer’, a catchy sun soaked number driven by a meaty punk foundation. Sharp guitars shrill and stride throughout the track weaving their zealous stings and acute whines between a snappy rhythm. Instantly catchy and sing along ready this track swarms in full fury with a peppy pop sprinkled melody over boisterous instrumentation. The charismatic vocals add a charming yet spicy quality with exasperate screams between nonchalant tones. The guitar is the sparkling gem in this track for me as they jaggedly lacerate throughout with rough riffs and shredding solos that make this track pretty epic. Static Vision have whacked out another hyper slick track to go insane to while that sing along “la la la” swirls around your head all day.

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Indie, indie rock, New Music

Askies ‘Mirror’

Indie rock band Askies have released their new single ‘Mirror’. Formed in 2017 in Leeds, Askies have created an explosive live show, taking them to venues such as Headrow House and The Wardrobe within the first few months of gigging within the Leeds scene. Their distinct sound couples riff-heavy choruses with tight, groovy verses bound to make your feet move. Having created a small following in and around Leeds, Askies have now taken to the studio to work on capturing the energy of their live set on their first release ‘Mirror’.

‘Mirror’ is an effervescent ethereal number that glides and weaves with a winding groove and infectious buoyancy. Breezy airy guitars meander with a sweet toned lamenting melody glistening through the soft beat and raspy vocal delivery. This track wisps about your ears with a feathery lightness and sombre tone while a sweet delicate melody caresses the airy soundscapes.The instrumental bridge introduces the shredding slickness of this band as they inject a touch of distortion and grit while the drums become more punchy leaving the guitar solo to shrill and soar over this intense crescendo. It’s a gripping, wholly satisfying, laid back tune from Askies. Keep an eye out for these guys.

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Indie, indie rock, New Music

The Colonies ‘Bound To Be Something Good’

Washington DC indie rock band The Colonies have released their new single ‘Bound To Be Something Good’. This radiant number bops with an infectious snappy rhythm while vivid zesty guitars weave a vibrant golden thread through the rich percussion and buoyant beat. Filled with a sun kissed laid back nostalgic vibe this track cruises on a delicious melody while raspy vocals glide on top creating the perfect effortless summer gem. The chorus is catchy and the track builds subtly as it progress becoming more intense and radiant. Filled in hazy summer vibes this tasty tune is ablaze with special guitar moments that keep the track fresh and zingy all while twanging along at an easy going pace. It’s the perfect dreamy number for summer days.

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electro- pop, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music, Synth-pop

Llovers ‘Go Get Her, Go Getter’

Indie five piece Llovers have burst back onto the scene with their latest infectious offering ‘Go Get Her, Go Getter’. Specialising in shimmering indie anthems with unquestionable pop sensibility, the Teesside outfit’s newest effort reflects their continued rise in 2018, having  already been championed throughout the online community  and attracted encouraging national airplay (BBC 6 Music). Drawing widespread comparisons to the likes of MGMT, Tame Impala and The 1975, the rising quintet continue to hone their live show with support slots alongside Anteros, Caro, Dream Wife and VANT.

Produced by Sugar House  (Pale Waves,Viola Beach), ’Go Get Her, Go Getter’ is a sparkling track doused in hazy dreamy vibes with a vibrant indie backdrop.Zesty guitars weave a golden thread of sun kissed bliss through the luscious synth soundscapes providing glimmers of scintillation throughout the track. A dynamic rhythm maintains a peppy buoyant foundation while velvety vocals coo and soothe over the delightful heavenly melody making for a glorious ethereal listen. It’s catchy, melodic and a refreshing guzzle of sweet fruity indie.

Discussing their forthcoming release, co-frontman Jack Brooks explained:  “Go Get Her, Go Getter is about the end of a relationship – more specifically how falling in love with the concept of someone, rather than their true selves, leads to multiple contradictions and a breakdown of communication”.  

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Alt- Pop, Indie, Indie Buddie Introducing, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

Indie Buddie Introducing : Under Starling

Under Starling is a new musical project by brothers Danny and Tommy Dunford, along with guitarist Stephen Keating and bassist Colin Drummey. Past experience has left the group with a few notable gigs. A debut festival appearance at Indiependence 2016, support gigs to Walking on Cars, All Tvvins and Fangclub to name a few. They regularly play full house shows in Fred Zeppelins (Cork) and in venues such as Whelans Live (Dublin), Fibber Magees (Dublin) and Roisin Dubh (Galway). The band have now released their debut  single ‘Far Be It From Me’.

‘Far Be It From Me’ showcases this bands ability to produce and deliver a deeply rich melodic track brimming with true passion and gusto. The track progresses slowly with perfectly placed spacious moments for maximum heart gripping impact as the brooding and fermenting verses build in intensity for the explosive passionate chorus. The vocals pack oodles of emotion giving you goosebumps while ethereal guitars lament along a punchy mournful drum backbone. It’s a melancholic fiery gem that cuts deep but rests comfortably on your ears as you crave to hear more.Under Starling illustrate all the ingredients for greatness within this number with gripping instrumentation creating a chilling backdrop for the bittersweet melody to swoon over while the heartfelt vocals caress the tender outburst. It’s radio ready and immaculately crafted for an enthralling wholly consuming listening experience.

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Indie, New Music

Bane Riff ‘Falling’

Singer songwriter Bane Riff has released his new single ‘Falling’. Fairly new to the industry, Bane Riff came from a background in finance industry. Although running his own successful insurance business, Riff realised that he wasn’t happy and felt that something was missing in his life, from then he decided to act quickly and pursue his true passion.

‘Falling’ is a melodic creation with sweet dainty country elements weaving strong hearty braids between Americana hues and luscious pop elements. Elegant piano twinkles through a steady drum beat and vibrant guitar twangs creating a graceful soft quality to the song that will warm the cockles of your heart. It’s filled with warm cosy tones and  tender emotion as Riffs vocals coo with passion and vivid expression. Beginning gently with just piano accompaniment the track builds becoming more vibrant and energetic as it progresses into its glorious dynamic chorus. It’s a sway worthy heartfelt ballad that weaves its way into your mind soothing and delicately consoling it.

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Alt- Pop, Caribbean, Feel Good Music, Indie, Indie Pop, New Music, Tropical, Tropical Indie, Worth A Listen

Worth A Listen

Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Cassia

Macclesfield Indie band Cassia have recently released their new single ‘Get Up Tight’.The band comprised of members Rob Ellis (Guitar/vocals), Lou Cotterill  (Bass/ vocals) and Jake Leff (Drums/sings) are becoming known for their summer tunes and irresistible Calypso Afro-Rock and ‘Get Up Tight’ follows this glorious trend. The band are becoming more tight sonically as this effortless laid back number is enclosed in compactly weaving guitars knitting their way melodiously and sweetly through the glorious sun kissed melody and rich calypso beat.It’s an infectious ear worm that wiggles its way into your brain causing symptoms of uncontrollable shimmying and bopping. It’s a slick track that cruises in filled with tropical tones and warm zesty guitars lines adding a dash of vitality to the dreamy hazy soundscape. This trio have the balance perfect the track takes its time laying out each component part with a laid back attitude that makes for a juicy enthralling listen.The riffs subtly inject a vivid lush quality while the accented beats keep the song bouncing along. The vocals are unique and distinctively refreshing adding to the entire relaxed state of the track.. There is no rushing this little gem and why would you the pace and quality of this number is perfect. Pure refined indie goodness.

 

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Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music

Ten Fé ‘Not Tonight’

Ten Fé have released their new single ‘Not Tonight’,their second offering as a five piece. This lavish flowing number captures the blissfully melodious sound we love Ten Fé for. A majestic melody swoons over sweet toned guitar injections and dainty keys as the warm soothing vocals wrap your ears in delightful sedating bliss. It’s a soft marshmallow to submerge yourself in as the bands glorious knack for divine honey drenched melodies fill your ears with delicate passion and bitter sweet emotion. The wispy soundscapes float about the track gently adding a dreamy sun kissed atmosphere while a buoyant beat keeps a snappy foundation for the beautiful soundscapes and elegant keys to flutter around and rebound off while the exquisite guitar laments and glistens throughout. This is another glorious, heavenly summer-evening track to immerse yourself in while you nostalgically sway.

 

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

Electric Shore ‘Someone New’

Ratoath alternative band Electric Shore have released their new single ‘Someone New’. This aerial exhilarating track packs oodles of punch and adrenaline in the slinky form of ethereal breezy guitars over soaring climatic backing vocals and mighty drums. It’s a gripping display with emotion filled vocals over an invigorating backdrop as sweet toned guitars whine and lament with a glistening vibrancy that floods the track with melancholic tones. Powerful in its presentation this track is both chilled and dynamic with a luscious melody gliding upon the breathtaking instrumentation. The anthemic chorus evokes images of a large crowd sing along while that intoxicating guitar solo is stunning. ‘Someone New’ is well crafted for a wholly satisfying and enthralling listen. It is radio friendly with enough edge to add a nice kick, Electric Shore have created a goosebump inducing number that makes these guys ones to keep an eye on.

 

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