Koala Club have released their new single ‘So Long’. After a streak of songs released earlier this year, Koala Club were set to hit summer 2020 with an explosion of new material. After securing a slot supporting indie idols Swim Deep, the band continues to establish themselves in their hometown of Brighton, whilst continuing to expand their online audience. The band have received support from Spotify gaining them over 1000 monthly listeners, support from local radio and praise from BBC introducing.
Wrapped in glorious sun kissed indie ‘So Long’ is a radiant gem from Koala Club. While providing witty lyrical content the band keep the song upbeat with light jangly guitar injecting tropical tones into the tracks buoyant foundation. With smooth vocals and a catchy fun melody ‘So Long’ is that instant pick me up we all need. A rooted elastic bass oozes a hip moving groove while the melody and jubilous guitar exude positive vibes. Ready for repeat listens, ‘So Long’ is a delightful gem from Koala Club. Looking forward to hearing more from this talented bunch.
Frontman James Grimsdale said of the track: ‘Nobody likes being taken for granted. This song is a celebration. It’s about moving on from toxic people and looking after no.1. We wanted the song to reinforce the idea that positive outcomes do occur from letting go, even when you think you can’t.’
Off the back of ‘One Day’ being named BBC Introducing in the south ‘Track of the Day’ and their latest release ‘No Surprise’ gaining them over 1000 monthly listeners on Spotify, Brighton’s indie rock quartet Koala Club have released their newest Single ‘City Lights’. Koala Club have been establishing themselves in their hometown and have started to gain a following across the country with their feel good tracks, ear-catching riffs and singalong choruses.
‘City Lights’ is an adrenaline packed juicy burst of indie rock as Koala Club use biting bright guitar lines and an infectious buoyant backdrop to create a glowing track ready for repeat plays. This vibrant tune drifts joyously on a bubbling rhythmic bed as the band drizzle tasty guitar riffs and dynamic elastic bass over the teasing verses while the chorus eruption rushes with the bands signature vibrancy and indie bite. Well crafted the track builds superbly capturing an atmosphere of exhilarating youthful indie while the smooth vocals coo over the effervescent backdrop. ‘City Lights’ is another irresistible tasty delight from Koala Club.
About the track frontman James Grimsdale said : ‘‘City Lights is a song about moving away from home to follow a passion but falling short and losing yourself. It focuses on how this can lead to addictions in your life to mask your emotions, leaving you feeling trapped in an endless cycle.’‘
Brighton’s indie quartet Koala Club have released their newest offering ‘No Surprise’ on 13th March. The release of ‘No Surprise’ follows the January release of single ‘360’,which garnered support from the likes of BBC Introducing, and is the first in a series of new singles that will be released this year.Koala Club consists of James Grimsdale (Vocals, Guitar), Doug Stokes (Guitar), Lewis Phenix (Bass) & Toby Jones (Drums, percussion).
‘No Surprise’ is a jaunty indie track laced in sprightly zealous guitar lines as the band create an upbeat infectious delight that is sure to have you bopping and dancing around the room. With an animated beat, wiggling rooted bass and infectious melody teamed with witty lyrics these guys hook you from the start. Well crafted with an energetic wall of sound blistering around the velvety vocals and eargasmic melodies Koala Club have an exhilarating, charming sound that is crisp and polished with enough edge to keep you craving for more.
Frontman James Grimsdale said of the track: “It’s about seeking truth and honesty. About losingthe lies that are spoken to make you feel better momentarily, moving on and getting rid of toxicrelationships in your life.”
Bio : Gizmo Varillas kicks off his 2020 with new single ‘Love Over Everything’. The follow-up to previous single ‘Saving Grace’, which featured an appearance from the legendary Tony Allen on drums.Response to Gizmo’s three 2019-released singles was spectacular, with plays received on BBC Radio Two (Jo Whiley), BBC 6 Music (Lauren Laverne, Chris Hawkins & Tom Robinson), BBC Radio Wales (Huw Stephens, Janice Long & Adam Walton), BBC London (Gary Crowley & Jess Iszatt), and Amazing Radio. A live sessions was recorded for BBC London (Gary Crowley), and “Out Of The Darkness” was added to the BBC Radio Wales A-List. He has surpassed 30 Million Streams, with over 13 million streams on Spotify alone (with 300,000 monthly listeners & 750,000 monthly streams).He had a sold out headline show at London Assembly in November 2019, and supported Rodrigo Y Gabriella, Jack Savoretti, and Seu Jorge, as well as making appearances at Montreux Jazz Festival, Zermatt Unplugged, Latitude Festival, The Reeperbahn Festival, and Eurosonic,
Track: Love Over Everything
Why We Like It: It’s a luscious swirling mirage of indie pop bliss as zesty guitars create an ethereal soundscape through the tight bass groove and intricate Afro-beat drums.The track twinkles and chimes with a euphoric dreamy texture. As the song blossoms it becomes more rich and wonderfully ornate. Smooth soothing vocals caress the melty melody while delicate backing vocals lull with a narcotic sweetness. ‘Love Over Everything’ is a graceful and fun number sure to charm its way onto repeat.
Talking about the track, Gizmo explains its inspiration;“Although we can’t always choose what happens to us, we can choose how we react. Choosing hate is much easier and loops back in a vicious cycle. The only way to truly heal is to choose love over everything”.
Bio : For the last two years LongDayLateNight have been attracting mass attention from the likes of BBC Introducing and This Feeling with their quirky cynical lyricism and catchy choruses. Their infamously chaotic live show has earned them a growing fanbase, taking to the stage at big name festivals such as Isle of Wight and The Great Escape Brighton.
Track: Useless Complaints
Why We Like It: This jangly indie track drifts on a bittersweet candy floss melody and intricate instrumentation. This song is irresistibly soothing and nectarous as lamenting delicate guitar meanders over a buoyant punchy drum foundation. The band blend a soft surf rock element with a do wop tonality and modern indie edge to create something quite wholesome and honest while remaining engaging and energetic.
Bio : Dublin-born singer/songwriter Robert O’Connor. Robert’s first release of 2020, ‘Older ‘20’ sees him collaborate with EDM artist Skynem GT for the second time, after the Peruvian producer won a remix contest run by Robert to remix his single “Real Good Fight” last summer.
Track: Older ‘20
Why We Like It: It’s a heartfelt number embellished with flickering electronics and suspenseful soundscapes. Robert’s warm vocals hold a country tone while the twinkling keys and wispy atmosphere create a soaring gripping quality in the track. The dazzling beats and intense brooding soundscapes provide a pulsing rush of emotion while the catchy melody drifts elegantly upon this bubbling backdrop. It’s a wholesome passionate track backed sublimely by lush intricate electronics.
Bio : Critically acclaimed Swedish/Belgian duo Victoria+Jean will return with their second album ‘UNDERDOG’ in the spring of 2020. They kick off this new decade with new single ‘Imbecile’. The song features vocals from French singer Romain Humeau.To accompany the track there is a Sebastien Alouf directed video.
Track: Imbecile
Why We Like It: This sultry track ferments and festers beneath an ominous bass line while the luring guitar weaves and coils masterfully with sweltering swagger. The duo simmer this dark brooding track sublimely as they smear sticky bubbling electronics through sinister soundscapes to create a chilling and utterly thrilling number. Victoria’s striking vocals haunt and entice as the track creeps and crawls to its powerful chorus. The band flesh out their rock n’ roll grit and swagger through the sharp jabs and slick flourishments on guitar while the persistent beat hooks the track firmly into the darkest membrane of your mind. The contrast between Romain Humeau’s gravel-rumble on vocals and Victoria’s crisp shrills makes for the most engaging listening experience.
Bio : DYAD are a high energetic post grunge/garage rock band from County Tyrone, Northern Ireland comprised of Matthew Ryan onGuitar & Vocals, Ciaran O’Kane on Drums and Peter Curry on Bass.
Track: Guilty, Not Guilty
Why We Like It: It’s a brawny blast of moody grunge rock as DYAD use heavy thick bass lines to drive the track into a gritty storm of mosh mania. The verses set the track’s sinister tone as the ominous meaty bass, slaps and weaves between the steady beat before the song erupts for the chorus. With raw guitar riffs and pummeling drums the track has a sinister quality and blood thirsty presence. There is a chilling intensity within this track that is so satisfying and edgy.The catchy melody and rasp filled vocals curdle the tracks lean mean outburst as DYAD create a blistering dark number that is sure to be epic live.
Bio : Liverpool’s The Peach Fuzz return with their new single ‘Softie’ via Skeleton Key Records/Warners.The Peach Fuzz worked once more with producer James Skelly (Blossoms, She Drew The Gun) at Liverpool’s Parr Street Studios, having also collaborated on previous singles The Outside Looking In and Pieces. The band have received strong radio support already, with BBC Radio, Radio X, and BBC Introducing championing the band, in addition to influential editorial playlist inclusions such as Spotify’s New Music Friday.
Track: Softie
Why We Like It: It’s a sweet fizzy slice of indie pop wrapped in a sweet marshmallow coating of bliss. The band present a zesty soundscape of sharp juicy guitars, shimmering vintage synths and elastic bass grooves over a buoyant spongy beat while the soft sugary melody coats this bubbling backdrop in a dreamy softness. With velvety vocals and lush backing vocals The Peach Fuzz present a wholly invigorating track to indulge in. Their up tempo and passionate electronic indie creates a rush of intensity that is just sublime while the soothing lyrics and honesty adds a refreshing edge.Described by the band as “an exhausted, teary-eyed rant that came to life when the macho bullshit became too much”, the single kicks back at conformity and stereotypes while being irresistibly catchy.
