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electro - rock, electro- pop, Electronic, Hypnotic, Indie, Indie Electro, New Music

MYA Project ‘It’s All About Imagination’

MYA Project is the alternative, electronic/acoustic pop creation from Dalila Mya. Originating from Europe, now based in Los Angeles, this musical creativity comes from a background of classical training combined with a Sound Engineering Degree. MYA Project is a fusion of electronic and acoustic music, where Trip-Hop meets World Music and Pop Rock. Dalila’s background has seen her work as a Live Sound Engineer, working with artists such as Tool, Depeche Mode, Alabama Three and Massive Attack. Besides her live work, she has worked as a Studio Sound Engineer for several studios in England and the U.S.A., including Abbey Road in London and The Village Studio in Los Angeles. Dalila has her own recording studio in LA where she produces all her works including the new release ‘MK’. MYA Project released the 10-track debut, ‘MK’ on the 3rd of March through Milky Bomb Records and has now released the video for the single ‘It’s All About Imagination’.
‘It’s All About Imagination’ is haunting goosebump inducing euphoria. Subtle electronics seep in with eerie tones while the enchanting luring melody seduces, fused with slow groovy dance influenced beats. Swirling interweaving electronics create a dizzy narcotic effect while a captivating bassline and sting on guitars add a razor sharp edge and rock influence. Funky sway-like rhythm adds an elasticity and malleability to this bewitching track while spacey futuristic electronic flashes add a chilling obscurity. Velvety smooth sweet enticing vocals lead you down a musical rabbit hole of hazy spiralling delirium. With a mind numbing illusion rippling effect ‘It’s All About Imagination’ is an experience that will have you in a trance.

You can watch the video for ‘It’s All About Imagination’ on MYA Project’s facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/myaprojectmusic/videos/10154340559705777/
Stream  ‘It’s All About Imagination’ below

 

Album Review, Alt Rock, Blues Rock, Funk, Indie, indie rock, New Music

Amazing Planes ‘Lost In Translation’ album

UK Garage rock duo Amazing Planes have released their new album ‘Lost In Translation’. Hailing from Mansfield, Nottinghamshire the band consists of rock duo Mark Nelson and Daniel Hard. Amazing Planes pull in elements of Rock, Blues and Indie to create their multi-faceted album ‘Lost In Translation’.
First up is ‘Saving The World’ with a gritty fuzzed bass riff its down and dirty raw kick ass attitude driven brawn. Slick and smooth this track charms with steamy attitude and a mighty punch. Slight country twangs shake up the track while heavy instrumentation pummels with smooth moshing frenzy. ‘Only When You Call’ displays the duo’s funky groovy side with bouncy instrumentation and sing along “ba baaa” feature. This track has a Blur feel in the verse which breaks away for the catchy chorus. Strong bass pulses through the track while vocal harmonies coast through with cruising charisma. Slick sharp guitar drives the track weaving in and out playfully while the soft drums and elastic bass keep the funky tempo.Title track ‘Lost In Translation’ continues this groovy shimmy and 60’s vibe, its flower power fun with brass elements warming up the flowing free track. The song breaks into a raw instrumental bridge with rattly guitar and rapid rumble on drums before leading into the massive chorus. ‘Coming Back To Me’ slows the tone down taking a more emotional tender persona. Soft soulful instrumentation accompanies the vocals while strong sharp interjections on guitar freshens up the otherwise delicate track. The album continues with Amazing Planes’ funky blends fizzling with rock and gritty elements. Shredding guitar licks and big chorus’ become the duos signature moves while they swoon in with cool tones and swagger soaked vocals. The stomp worthy ‘Good Thing’ is empowering and will definitely have you busting all the moves from shimmying to bopping and even pulling out the disco stew move with pride just before you air guitar to that thrilling solo. ‘Loves Gone’ closes the album, bass heavy and smooth its cool and polished raw and steamy. Punchy rumbling drums teamed with a blistering guitar riff and sensual sway-like verse, its a temptress to the ears.

A solid album from Amazing Planes ‘Lost In Translation’ is a fizzing can of delicious indie rock that will leave you thirsty for more.
Stream  ‘Lost In Translation’  below

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

Bare Knuckle Parade ‘Every Other Heartbeat’

Five piece alternative rock outfit Bare Knuckle Parade have released their new video for single ‘Every Other Heartbeat’. Released through Dirty 38 Records ahead of a UK tour in March, ‘Every Other Heartbeat’encapsulates the band’s’ spirit, verve and intensity in its every detail. Recorded live and produced by the band, the song leads the way for the group’s highly anticipated debut album, teased to be released in late 2017. Conceived out of a drunken conversation around a bar table, the indie folk-rock powerhouse from Bath quickly gained a reputation for their ‘packed out’ energetic and compelling live performances around the country, which has been described as “Sweat drenched, beer-soaked pandemonium” and has gained support from the likes of Steve Lamacq, Dermot O’Leary, John Kennedy and Chris Evans.
‘Every Other Heartbeat’ is infectious peppy indie rock at its best. Perfectly placed sing along features and catchy chorus backed by snappy bass zealous guitars and punchy drums, its a bouncing ball of delight that will have you dancing and bopping uncontrollably. Upbeat bright and animated this track has it all. Its a crowd-pleaser and brightens everyone’s day. Its instantly likeable and insanely catchy with a sweet melody,its honey to the ears and a much needed spirit lifter while maintaining punch and grit.
The music video for the song was filmed by Chris Porter of LifeisArtVisuals at a warehouse in Basingstoke using a mixture of digital and old-school VCR footage.
Bare Knuckle Parade will be touring throughout the UK in March and April – all details can be found below.
10TH MAR – DOG & PARROT, NEWCASTLE
11TH MAR – THE MATRIX, GRIMSBY
12TH MAR – NIGHT & DAY CAFE, MANCHESTER
15TH MAR – THE JUNCTION, PLYMOUTH
16TH MAR – CROFTERS RIGHTS, BRISTOL
17TH MAR – FROG & FIDDLE, CHELTENHAM
18TH MAR – BOCABAR, GLASTONBURY
19TH MAR – FULL MOON, CARDIFF
23TH MAR – REDD, DUNDEE
24TH MAR – HENERYS CELLAR BAR, EDINBURGH
8TH APR – THE OLD FIRESTATION, OXFORD
Watch the video for ‘Every Other Heartbeat’ below

Indie, Indie Pop, indie rock, New Music, Pop Punk

Skaters ‘In Your Head’

Skaters have released their new video for their single ‘In Your Head’. Following the excellent comeback ‘Rock and Roll Bye Bye’, playing a sell-out tour with Ratboy and putting the world to rights with their live session for Annie Mac on Radio 1, Skaters are kicking down the doors again, this time it’s in the form of their skewed take on pop with new single ‘In Your Head’ which sets up the release of their sophomore album on March 24th on the band’s very own Yonks Records. Based in New York City via LA and Hull, the international partnership of the band brings all sorts of original ideas to the table which is clear to hear on the new single ‘In Your Head’. The track is the closing track on the band’s full-length album and is the perfect closer to an album which unites clever songwriting and interesting production.
‘In Your Head’ is chilled laid back punk pop, its smooth cool with enough fizz to refresh and add zest to a sticky summers day. Skaters take the NYC/CBGB grit and mix it in with the English spit before letting that ferment in some California sun. Sharp stinging guitar licks brighten up the track and pierce through the thick spongy sticky beats. Thrilling distortion and subtle swirling instrumentation radiate scorching heat and evoke hazy lazy vibes encouraging you to sit back with a cold one and relax. The velvety smooth vocals which are almost drowned in the hazy sun kissed instrumentation exudes attitude with a daydream free spirited vibe. The accompanying video is as charming as it is bratty, as a ballet-dancer-come-street-hoodie is seen pirouetting down the street of Hull, providing a perfect backdrop to perhaps the true meaning of ‘In Your Head’. Lead Guitarist and founding member Josh Hubbard describes how the video came to be;
“The ethos brought to this new project is similar to that of the DIY ethos… but it’s more inclusive, so we’ve coined it DIWOP2, which his short for ‘Do It With Other People Also’. We reached out on the internet to people and people got back. Conversations were had, relationships forged and collaborations were born….
This here video is the outcome from one of those ‘online’ conversations started on the internet. Hull transplant and very talented DP Josh Moore teamed up with us and took a walk down ‘Whitefriargate’ the UK City of Culture’s newly paved high street, real life, in a real city with real people… you can win them all.”
Watch the video for ‘In Your Head’ below

 

Alt Rock, Hard Rock, indie rock, New Music, Punk Rock, Rock, Video Premiere

Dear Thieves ‘VIC ROADS’

Melbourne’s indie duo, Dear Thieves, have released the new music video for their single ‘VIC ROADS’. The two-piece, Joel Hansen and Jesse Jones, will also be releasing their 5-track “Bad Habits” EP. “VIC ROADS” is currently available on Triple J Unearthed and everywhere else on 31st March 2017. Having been likened to Black Keys and Royal Blood, Dear Thieves are making waves in their local circuit coming off the back of supports with Sydney-based Strangers and a 5 date east coast tour last year, building a reputation for prolifically fine tuning the two-piece sound with unique and beautifully melodic results.

‘VIC ROADS’ is robust ruckus causing mania that packs a mighty punch. Booming from the start with red blooded powerful drums and sensual gritty riffs its a beast to be reckoned with. Rugged shouted vocals teamed with frenzy causing instrumentation, its one for the sticky blood thirsty most pit . The track oozes lusty brawn with hints of sensual qualities. Its slick, boisterous rough and ready with razor sharp rawness. The video features Hansen and Jones standing at a wall, they drink, they smoke, they sing while all kinds of random items get thrown at them from liquids to papers and balls … so an average night out for some people. These guys are ones to watch.

The two-piece are thrilled to bring their ‘Bad Habits’ tour to east coast audiences throughout March and April you can catch them at

Friday 31st March, Cherry Bar, Melbourne

Sunday 2nd April , Frankies Pizza, Sydney

Friday 7th April || The Haunt, Brisbane
Watch the video for ‘VIC ROADS’ below

Indie, indie rock, New Music, Tropical Indie, Worth A Listen

Worth A Listen

Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Cassia

Cassia

 

Macclesfield indie trio Cassia have released their new single ‘Weekender’.Band members Rob (Lead Vocals, Guitar), Lou (Bass, Vocals) and Leff (Drums, Vocals) have become known for their sun-soaked grooves combining their trademark tropical pop with raw guitar melodies and ‘Weekender’ does not disappoint. Cassia have given us the perfect track to lay on the beach with some refreshing drinks and watch the sun go down. Its woozy and dreamlike as it drifts in and out of consciousness with spikes of zesty melody and energy. Edgy interjections on guitar and punchy drums keep the track refreshing while the sweet catchy melody, sing along chorus and lush harmonies keep the track flowing with easy going cool vibes and an overriding sense of bliss and tranquillity. Once that guitar kicks off the track you are instantly taken to sunshine and good times with smooth vocals easing you into a state of calm and paradise. With elastic bass and rubber bounce on drums it skips along with a peppy spring and contagious liveliness. Cassia will inject some well needed sunshine into your dull week almost instantly. These guys are fast becoming one of my favourite bands.
Stream ‘Weekender’ below

https://soundcloud.com/wearecassia/weekender

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

La Bête Blooms ‘Low Hummer’

Hull post-punk five piece La Bête Blooms have released their new track ‘ Low Hummer’. This rip-roaring fuzzed up anthem fizzes and spits with sharp riffs and distortion spewing from is very core. Its gritty raw and thrilling mosh worthy grunge.Hazy lo-fi vocals cool the track while the shrill on guitar adds a buzzing scorching blurry summer vibe. Pummelling drums tirelessly batter with brute force as the track explodes with anarchy while the nimble bass adds flexibility and elasticity to the track. This animated vigorous track displays La Bête Blooms knack for smooth slick melodies backed by lacerating guitar lines and aggressive instrumentation. Its no – nonsense attitude that warms with blistering sunny vibes.

Stream ‘Low Hummer’ below

https://soundcloud.com/labeteblooms/la-bete-blooms-low-hummer

Indie, New Music

Kev Minney ‘Dark Stars’

Kev Minney is a Brighton based acoustic guitar player, singer and songwriter. Minney uses open tunings to create a unique haunting and melodic sound.Taking inspiration from musical giants such as Joni Mitchell and Nick Drake, Kev has blended his creative guitar playing with traditional pop melodies. Late in 2015, funded by his fans, Minney travelled to New York, where he recorded his debut EP ‘All You Need’, with Kenny Siegal and Jesse Lauter at Old Soul Studios. Now, working closely with Mercury-nominated producer Jag Jago, Kev has created an album which combines his superlative guitar playing and distinctive vocals with a modern electronic sensibility and orchestral serenity.He is about to release his much-anticipated second album, along with four singles.The first of which ‘Dark Stars’ was just released yesterday.

‘Dark Stars’ is a captivating emotionally charged delicate creation that blends sweet mellow warm tones on guitar with magical almost haunting qualities. A virtuoso acoustic guitar player, Minney creates a feathery light elegant track that sparkles with purity. Wispy strings and swirling soundscapes dance around the track with beautiful grace and delicacy forming into a floaty emotional unique piece of music. Gentle vocals and lush whispered lull on backing vocals add a mythical enchanting quality to the track. Its mellow and gentle laced in thrilling haunting melodies with exquisite guitar display that you can loose yourself in.

Stream ‘Dark Stars’ below

Bluesy Americana rock, Folk, Indie, Indie Folk, New Music

Beau + Luci ‘Fire Dancer’

Hailing from the swamplands of Southern Georgia, raised on a heady blend of rock-and-roll, blues and classic country, sisters Beau + Luci have released their debut EP ‘Fire Dancer’ which along with drawing from real-life experience weaves in elements of visionary storytelling throughout. Inspired by a central character from Cornelia Funke’s Inkheart trilogy—a fire-eater named Dustfinger—the intensely charged title track ‘Fire Dancer’ explores what Luci refers to as “the idea of taking something that could be used for destruction and instead using it to give hope”.
‘Fire Dancer’ starting with almost a cappella vocal harmonies, Beau + Luci demand attention with tight sweet toned vocals backed by rumbling drums. Its instantly catchy. This track twangs in all the right places without too much country in your face. Attitude soaked and bursting with sass and swagger these girls give us earthy yet lush rich textured folk-rock that packs a punch. Smoothly fluid and sleek with immaculate captivating harmonies teamed with elements of bluesy Americana rock thrown in and of course a shredding sharp guitar solo. Its elegantly and daintily lean and mean.
Produced by Dan Hannon (Manchester Orchestra, Aaron Shust), Beau + Luci’s debut EP finds the duo collaborating with a host of esteemed musicians, including guitarist Scott Sharrard and keyboardist Peter Levin (both members of the Gregg Allman Band) as well as keyboardist Rami Jaffee (best known for his work with Foo Fighters and the Wallflowers). Throughout the EP, Beau + Luci show a sharp sense of songcraft honed through their near-lifelong studying of legends like Joni Mitchell and Johnny Cash. At the same time, the two channel pure passion into each track, instilling the EP with powerful energy.
Stream ‘Fire Dancer’ below

Indie, Indie Pop, New Music

VACAY ‘Shoes’

VACAY is the current musical project of young Toronto-based singer-songwriter and actor Levi Randall. He has released his new single ‘Shoes’ which blends delicate indie with heartfelt lyrics. From the start this track flows with crooning tenderness. Effortlessly laid back and dainty this track elegantly and honestly drifts with wistful tones and heart pining yearning. Honeyed gentle melody, warm whisper-like vocals and touching lyrics give the track a Bryan Adams feel. Building into a catchy chorus which displays Randall’s higher vocal range this sweet track is hum along ready. Soaked in melancholic longing tones with feathery light instrumentation it sits easily in your mind and definitely creates a moment of pause and reflection. ‘Shoes’ is a pure track without fuss its honest and virtuous while wrapping you in a hazy daydream.
When asked about the track Randall said :
“The inspiration for “Shoes” came from a girl that I worked with. I had a massive crush on her and we connected really well, but she was getting married. I wrote this song to get the jealousy and pain off of my chest.The silver lining to going through pain is what you learn through the situation and of course, the honest songs that come from it. Based on my past experiences, the songs that speak the most to me are the ones that are saying the words I felt but couldn’t find. My hope is that this song will relate to many people’s situations. If they are going through something similar, that they’d find comfort in knowing they are not alone.”

Stream ‘Shoes’ below