Pauric O’Meara has released his new single ‘All Alright’ ‘. O’Meara, is an independent Pop/Rock singer-songwriter from Co. Tipperary, based in Dublin. 2020 saw him release his radio popular single, ‘Techno or Rnb’, as well his well-received EP – ‘Looking forward to Hindsight’, which contained the singles ‘Is This Real?’, ‘Wasting Time’ and ‘Beacon Call’, which together gathered over 60 thousand streams on Spotify alone, as well as gaining vast recognition for his cinematic video from ‘Is This Real?’ and lockdown uplifter ‘Beacon Call’. Through the early years of his career, he performed in many top venues around Ireland supporting bands such as Hermitage Green, Hudson Taylor, Billow Wood, Amazing Apples and HAWK but had a breakthrough year in 2019, with 2 successful headline shows of his own in Dublin in The Soundhouse and Workman’s Club, as well as making his Electric Picnic Festival debut.
‘All Alright’ is a vibrant anthem that showcases O’Meara’s passionate songwriting and bright confident musicianship. Boasting adrenaline-fuelled rhythms and driving guitar melodies, O’Meara crafts a tight and expressive soundscape that rushes through the listener’s ears with heartfelt emotion while he croons the catchy euphoric melody and expressive lyrics “When I’m with you I’d walk right through the stormy nights”. Drawing on O’Meara’s ability to blend indie rock with pop sensibilities and electronic flurries this infectious bop is one to turn the volume up for. The track is an absolute delight to listen to again and again.
About the track, O’Meara said: ”I wrote this track about 3 weeks after the pandemic set in. I had never felt so lost in all my life, which is sure to be something the listener can relate to. It was only at this point that I realised how much I really missed my best friend who had moved to Abu Dhabi some years previous. This made me look back on the memories we have together, and how much I cherish our friendship, and how much I needed him to be around to make the pandemic less grim and to make me realise that not all was lost. He is the person who for me, makes everything ‘All Alright’ ”
Dublin Producer, Songwriter and Multi-Instrumentalist, Cabin has released his new single ‘Dull’. Cabin (aka Adam McCabe) began crafting his songwriting and production skills as part of post-punk outfit Brass Phantoms, and has had his music featured on the likes of BBC Radio 6 with Steve Lamacq, Spotify’s Hot New Bands, and more, along with production credits for the likes of Fangclub.
Filled with lush textures, mouth-watering melodies and masterful instrumentation, ‘Dull’ is bursting from the seams with soul, and rich sonic embellishments as McCabe displays his production wizardry in this dynamic, trippy and consuming tune. Balancing light musical tones with dense undertones and sweet guitar melodies the track swirls through a backdrop of heavy rhythmic thuds and psychedelic rock while lush backing vocals and chiming lo-fi elements mellow out the tracks abrasive indie rock. McCabe’s vocals are on fine display within ‘Dull’. His vocals glide over the melody with ease, ooze passion and a vocal gusto that enhances the song’s dynamic aesthetic. ‘Dull’ is a compelling, impressive new single from Cabin that beckons repeat plays.
On the track, Cabin says; “In my mind, It’s a soaring, forceful, and expansive song, designed precisely for when I had felt the opposite, grounded, timid, and inhibited. I took those feelings, and flipped them.”
Bio : Scattered Ashes come straight out of the Dublin post punk underground that birthed Murder Capital and Fontaines DC. The abrasive four-piece burst on to the scene November 2020 with their debut single ‘Love Is Not An Option’ receiving immediate support and airplay from Steve Lamacq (BBC Radio 6) and KEXP over in the states.
Track: Slow Motion
Why We Like It: This gloomy, brooding tune boasts the expressive, dense and sublime sound of Scattered Ashes. The band combine heavy drums, throbbing basslines and sweet chiming guitars with Rob Dalton’s drawling emotionally tortured vocals to create an intense and heartbreaking tune that is simply outstanding. It’s a musical description of a relationship breakdown through vivid instrumentation and emotive soundscapes. Veering from delicate downtempo moments to an ear-shredding crescendo with breathtaking ease ‘Slow Motion’ is a spectacular and moving new tune from Scattered Ashes.
Bio : Hot on the heels of an RTÉ 2FM Track Of The Week with their previous release ‘Breathe Easy’, Limerick four-piece Raging Sons are keeping the momentum going with their new single ‘Square One’. With their debut album ‘20:20’ set for release on October 22nd, ‘Square One’, mastered by Robin Schmidt (The 1975, Sam Fender, Nothing But Thieves) is their fourth recent single.
Track: Square One
Why We Like It: It’s a powerful anthem that boasts the emotive and spine-tingling sound of Raging Sons. The band’s expansive arena-worthy wall of sound creates a passionate and dynamic listening experience for listeners to immerse themselves in. Throbbing drums create a tense blustery atmosphere while twinkling keys and soaring guitars create an instant rush of adrenaline throughout as the band display their refined and impressive ability to create an expressive soundscape filled with 80’s hued synths and epic rock bravado. Boasting warm vocals, lush harmonies and dark undertones that simmer between cinematic builds ‘Square One’ is a fantastic new single from this very talented band.
Bio : Raw Cuts are a four-piece garage rock band from Greystones. Their debut single ‘Charismatic Automatic’ was released on the 13th of September. The band have just released their sophomore single ‘You’re Absolutely Right Love’.
Track: You’re Absolutely Right Love
Why We Like It: Encased in a sweet nostalgic guitar melody and steady beat ‘You’re Absolutely Right Love’ is a charming and catchy tune that boasts the growing and melodic sound of Raw Cuts. With witty lyrics and warm vocals gliding over an elastic bass, the band create a laid back indie rock song that is easy on the ears. The highlight within the track is the expressive and lush guitar embellishments; from jagged riffs, bittersweet jangles and shredding solos the song pivots around the guitar melodies beautifully. ‘You’re Absolutely Right Love’ strips back the blistering sound we heard from Raw Cuts debut ‘Charismatic Automatic’ to give us an intriguing glimpse into the many facets of this bands exciting sound.
Bio : Deer Anna is an Indie-Folk/Ambient artist based in Hamburg who has released her debut single ‘Dawn’
Track: Dawn
Why We Like It: It’s a beautiful and instrumentally elegant tune that showcases Deer Anna’s vivid songwriting and deft musicianship. Filled with evocative instrumentation, emotive soundscapes and a vibrant backdrop the track is simply a joy to listen to while eloquent poetic lyrics showcase Deer Anna’s enviable talent as a songwriter “And the red and yellow light of the rising sun turns your face into gold, Makes your eyes look like two diamonds reflecting the fire of your soul”. With soft guitar twinkling between wispy soundscapes and warm vocals caressing a dreamy melody ‘Dawn’ is a wholesome and heartfelt tune that marks Deer Anna as an artist to keep an eye on.
Bio : Los Angeles-based artist and songwriter iamnotshane has released a new single titled, ‘Don’t Say That’ via Snafu Records.
Track: Don’t Say That
Why We Like It: This infectious gem is a glittering indie-pop delight saturated in sweet melodies, lush instrumentation and tender lyrics. With shimmering synths creating an 80’s pop backdrop while intricate beats add a shimmy quality, the track is instantly likeable. iamnotshane’s smooth vocals glide through the velvety melody while zesty injections on guitar add a refreshing sting to the songs sugary sweetness. Utterly infectious and glorious to the ears ‘Don’t Say That’ is a magnificent new addition to iamnotshane’s repertoire.
Newcastle based indie duo Drive have released their new single ‘The Rain’. With over 100,000 Spotify streams, BBC Introducing support and an Amazing Radio live session under their belt, Drive are back in the studio recording their debut, and preparing for their return to live shows.
‘The Rain’ is an absolutely glorious gem. Drive create a nostalgic sweet indie number that captures your heart from the very first note. Warm guitars ripple through a sweet ethereal soundscape of shimmering synths while pulsing beats create a sense of suspense throughout. Boasting smooth vocals and a dreamy earworm melody, the duo showcase their musically lush sound within this irresistible sweet tune. There are intricate layers and exciting new instrumental treats hidden throughout the song, from soft twinkles on keys to supple, warm bass grooves and clapping percussion, which open the track up and create an exciting new listening experience with each replay. ‘The Rain’ is a sublime example of Drive’s heartfelt and time stopping musicianship in all its wonderful indie-pop glory.
Doctor Payne has released ‘Guilt’, the first single from his upcoming album. Emphatic rock outfit Doctor Payne pulls listeners to the far reaches of musical emersion. Formed by Brighton based musician and producer Marlon Payne, the project targets the theme of mental peace in a chaotic world.
‘Guilt’ is a swagger soaked rock tune that drives on punctuated rhythms, shredding guitars and refreshing piano embellishments expressing the diverse and tantalising sound of Doctor Payne. Boasting a catchy clap along feature against a full-bodied rock backdrop of buoyant chords and shredding guitar solo’s, Payne creates a ballsy anthem for listeners to enjoy while his smooth vocals depict lyrics that explore emotions of guilt and obsession “god I’m a sinner I don’t know what I’m meant to do. Oh the sickness addicts me, no one can fix me but you”. ‘Guilt’ is a whopper of a tune and one to blast out while you dance around the room. Enjoy.
Moving from Florida to Ireland in pursuit of musical ambitions, singer-songwriter Devin Reardon has released his new single ‘Take Me To The Coast’. Now living in Co. Wicklow, Ireland, Reardon has been producing a catalogue of indie-folk hits, including his first single ‘Ireland Song’, which was met with resounding success and ample radio airtime on international stations such as Dublin South FM (IRL), Chelmer Radio (UK), and WFCF Flagler Radio (US), among others. ‘Take Me To The Coast’ was mixed by US audio engineer Austin Marsh and recorded at SL Studios in Gorey, Ireland.
‘Take Me To The Coast’ is a charming tune as Devin Reardon coats his heartwarming songwriting in breezy indie-pop. The track has an instant likeability as jangly guitar, and buoyant beats create a sun-kissed surf rock vibe while lush harmonies and warm vocals drive a hook-driven nostalgic melody throughout. Reardon fleshes out his genre-blending sound with jazzy keys, indie-pop elements and supple doo-wop hues to create a warm and radiant tune that is sure to brighten any day.
Meath band N.O.A.H have released their highly anticipated debut EP ‘Echoes of The Night’. ‘Echoes of The Night’ is a summation of the past 16 months for this new band, both in metaphor and in sound.
The EP sees N.O.A.H teaming up with Grammy-Winning Ruadhri Cushnan who produced the record in Camden Studios, as well as John Davis who mastered the record in Metropolis Studios, London
I caught up with lead vocalist and guitarist Ryan Hill to talk about the EP, the significance of the lyric ‘Echoes of The Night’ from the band’s debut single ‘Shine’ and why it was chosen for the EP’s title.
“ ‘Shine’ had such a big impact on the band and the actual line itself resonated with us. It summed up the meaning of the EP altogether, and the sound as well and how much it meant to have our first single out. ‘Shine’ explains this journey that we went on to get to the point where we are at and it just made sense to have it for the EP”
‘Echoes of The Night’ is a diverse collection of tracks that displays different facets of the bands sound. The trio pack in hefty indie anthems like ‘Shine’ and ‘Darkest Hour’ but they show a knack for navigating through pop, soul with some electronic and funk in the mix as well. Ryan explained to me that these songs were specifically chosen to showcase their versatility as a band as well as an overspill of their different tastes and styles.
“To be honest, it’s probably a mix of both. Last year, over the lockdown we wrote, I’d say, around 30 to 40 songs. When it came to picking an EP, as you can see, six songs, it’s a big EP and the reason behind that was because when it came to narrowing down to the set amount of songs for EP itself we wanted to pick something [ that ] gave the listeners something different every time they went on to a track. As you said yourself you do have those, indie kind of anthems like ‘Shine’ and ‘Darkest Hour’ but as you go on through the EP you have songs like ‘I’m Not Scared’, [ it ] was to show how versatile we can be as a band. It’s our influence as well, you know, Ronan [Hynes] our drummer would listen to a lot of Hip Hop, EDM and Dance music, [ these ] influences are in there as well. So it was probably a bit of both and that’s why we went for those six songs out of like 40 other tracks to go on the EP”
“It was a nightmare because we had ourselves picking songs and then we had other members of our team that were [ saying ] ‘Oh, you have to go with this one’. So yeah it was a difficult choice to narrow it down.”
‘I’m Not Scared’ features Hare Squead who bring a hip hop style to the band’s cinematic sound. The duo perfectly matches the anthemic, eerie and expressive instrumentation with their fluid raps.
“Well, we recorded with Ruadhri Cushnan in Camden Studios, and Hare Squead were in there most of the time in the other room. Our main goal for that track, the last track on the EP was to experiment with something different, and when we were in with Ruadhri, it was a case of, we’d like to have someone in doing freestyle rap over this verse and that was always the main goal. It just made sense because the lads from Hare Squead were popping in and out while we were recording, and we just thought it’d be a cool collaboration. It’s kind of always been like that it was the same when we did ‘Darkest Hour’, we wanted to get Booka Brass on because it’s great to work with other Irish artists, so yeah, it just made sense”
Not only have N.O.A.H become known for their powerful and evocative musicianship, but their lyrics also capture the listener’s attention through meaningful and clever turns of phrase. Especially within ‘I’m Not Scared’ they are particularly moving,“ these silver bullets cut me open now everyone can see right through me”. Ryan explained to me what inspired these lyrical moments.
“Yeah, all these tracks were written over the lockdown. I believe that when you’re writing lyrics it comes from life experience but I found over the lockdown, you’re constantly writing, you get to the stage [ where ] you’re not seeing new things. You’re kind of locked away at home and stuff like that. So I think that it got to the stage for myself [ where ] writing was like almost creating your own story. Even for ‘I’m Not Scared’ the idea I got from that was a man that was losing hope which I suppose the meaning resonates with the listener because during that time of lockdown a lot of people were losing hope.I tried to stick to that theme but, as you said make it more creative. I think even for me from a writing side it was different, it’s just to pinpoint on that theme of isolation, loss of hope, you know”
“Yeah, and some people would ask me, ‘oh, what’s the song about’ and it was in the moment you know, it’s a story that you’re telling and it can be difficult to explain [ that ] sometimes.”
Ryan shows a lot of diversity and range in his vocals throughout the EP. From falsetto in ‘I’m Not Scared’, tenderness in ‘Turn Your Heart Around’ and powerfully emotive in ‘Hands Up’. It’s a confident vocal display that matches the band’s masterful musicianship and marks him as a vocalist to keep an eye on.
“You know, I think it was only in the past year when we were doing demos at home. Sometimes you’d get in a rut where songs sound the same, and no matter how much you change them up instrumentally you have to look further and say let’s look at the vocals themselves. I think I’d be more confident now when it comes to the vocals, and that has a lot to do with people we’ve worked with as well in the studio like when we were working with Ruadhri he’d guide me in a way that we can do things differently, that I wouldn’t have even thought of. I’m not vocally trained, and never had any vocal coach or anything like that so for me it’s taking advice from people who’ve worked with other artists that probably are vocally trained to do things in a certain way. Yeah, I think after doing this EP I’d have more confidence in my vocals.”
“Hands Up was one of the main tracks that when we were in the studio, a lot of emphasis was on how that [ vocals ] was going to be done, and Ruadhri guided me in a way to not [ do ] the usual sort of belted out vocal, to do more intimate and you know, closer to me kind of stuff. It definitely was different for me as well, it’s a lower register, a bit quieter”
‘Darkest Hour’ is my favourite song on the EP. The sing-along hook, dark atmosphere, and vibrant brass combination are simply magnificent. However, there is something special about ‘I’m Not Scared’ the emotion it evokes is on another level to the rest of the tracks on the EP. It’s a great track to end the EP and teases a different sound from N.O.A.H. Ryan told me why he is most proud of ‘I’m Not Scared’.
“‘I’m Not Scared’, the reason is that we’ve been sitting on that song for over a year, and it was always that one track that sounded a bit different to the rest. When we recorded the EP itself that was the last one we worked on. There was a stage where, ‘we know what the song is but can we actually make this a track on the EP’. It was just one big idea and we had to get the song done in two recording sessions. It was a bit of a rush to do it, but then when we heard that finished product, I think it resonated with me the most even though it is the last one out of the bunch. I’m just delighted to hear it in its full, complete stage”
But it has to be said ‘Turn Your Heart Around’ is a beautiful song. The band strip all the lush production back allowing Ryan’s voice to express the tender emotion before slowly building to a cinematic crescendo. The track is an utterly time stopping listening experience.
“We started this off on an acoustic guitar with the chords. Adam actually wrote the lyrics for that track as well so I think I had the chords on the acoustic guitar and then he just came in and said we’ll try out these lyrics.That was a demo that we wrote I think around seven, eight months ago. I think one morning we were sitting there, and it didn’t take much time at all, we sat there and Adam handed me the lyrics and it happened naturally. Obviously, there was improvements made to it. But it really just happened naturally. Even in that track it’s sort of a belt out vocal but it’s a comfortable song to sing you know, and it still has that emotional thread throughout the whole track as well.”
Each member’s musical prowess is what makes N.O.A.H’s sound so special. All three members Ryan along with bassist Adam Rooney, and drummer Ronan Hynes have talent in abundance which they bring to the band to create tight, cohesive and arena-worthy tunes that are irresistible to the ears.
“Yeah, definitely. I think especially over the past few months we’ve all improved on our instruments and stuff like that. We can bring more to the table now than before. We’re more comfortable playing because we’ve been together nearly every day for the past few months. We’ve gone more in-depth in certain things we can do, whether it be on synths, keyboards, guitar sounds, drums a whole lot you know. I think it makes a big difference, it’s kinda opened our eyes to the stuff we can do.”
‘I’ll Be There’ is a wonderful tune. It changes the pace of the EP allowing the band to present a glorious gem through refined and beautifully arranged instrumentation. It’s that sunshine in a tune earworm that brightens every day. The rhythm and bass in particular in the song is fun and bouncy. ‘I’ll Be There’ is going to be one sing-along moment at gigs that will ooze feel-good vibes.
“That was one of the last tracks that we picked to go on the EP. I suppose you could say that the actual tempo of the track is a lot quicker than the others, it’s a 60 BPM of a track even though it sounds quite chill, it’s a very quick song but it was one of the first that we recorded when we were in Camden Studios, it was sort of a pick me up track and I suppose almost going back to our roots of playing or where we got our main influences from Kings Of Leon, The Killers and stuff like that. We all love rock music and indie rock music and we wanted to emphasize that in the song and even working with Ruadhri he said I want people on this EP to hear that it is a band, it’s a full band playing in a room. So, yeah, I think it’s just to give that more natural band vibe to the song, once again having the first sing along when it comes to playing live as well”
N.O.A.H will take to the main stage in Whelan’s on the 10th of December. These songs are destined for the live setting and the band are buzzing to play for their fans.
“Well, we played a few months ago the first indoor gig in Navan in the Solstice Theatre, it was a big place and it was only holding 50 people. It was our first time playing these tracks, and it’s weird because you’re so used to hearing the songs through headphones, and then when you go to play them live with real instruments it’s a loud show but it packs a punch you know. People can expect it will be a great show. We’ve had nothing but time to rehearse and we’ll always put on a great show. We can’t wait to be honest, we can’t wait to play.”
It’s an exciting time for N.O.A.H. The band has achieved a tremendous amount already. From signing with Mother Artists, supporting Bell X1 to performing live on BBC Radio. The lead single from ‘Echoes of the Nights’, ‘Hands Up’ was released in late July and has received amazing support from Irish radio and the wider media. Highlights include being playlisted on RTÉ 2FM as well as being chosen as one of the iLove Tracks for September on iRadio. Ryan told me what we can look forward to from the band in the future.
“What we’re looking at now is short term goals, we’re supposed to be doing an Irish tour in February and to be honest I think it’s going to be almost like a repeat of, we go back and write new tracks, start touring next year around Europe and maybe get over to America, hopefully. It’s just gonna be a case of writing and gigging when everything opens back up and yeah, hopefully, take over the world of music”
‘Echoes of The Night’ is a spectacular debut EP from N.O.A.H. The band showcase their boundless talent through this vibrant, musically dense and hook-filled collection of tracks. Within the EP there are immaculate moments of heightened emotion relayed through irresistible melodies, driving rhythms and majestic guitar work that takes your breath away. N.O.A.H are a band to treasure and if ‘Echoes of The Night’ is anything to go by this band have a bright future ahead.
Mancunian artist, onedaybear, has released his new single, ‘Swim (ODB remix)’.onedaybear began posting tracks on Soundcloud in 2010 while studying at The University of Manchester. He was inspired by the city’s rich musical heritage to start making music and started out his musical career by uploading demos to Soundcloud whilst being a part of other bands (La Dharma and a few smaller projects). This year, he decided to go into the studio as a solo artist for the first time to record the single ‘Swim’.
‘Swim (ODB remix)’ is a dark and brooding concoction as onedaybear ferments alternative pop melodies under moody grunge/ post-punk sounds to create an enthralling and mysterious listening experience. The song has a tense wall of sound and is simply a joy to listen to; punchy beats create a sturdy foundation as biting guitars soar through a haunting backdrop while onedaybears nonchalant spoken vocals cut through the tracks eerie soundscape. ‘Swim (ODB remix)’ is a well-crafted tune filled with slicing riffs, moody melodies and exhilarating musicianship, marking onedaybear an artist to keep an eye on.
US-based artist Jon Yonts has released his brand new album ‘What it is.’ Jon Yonts’ musical journey began in 2006 when he relocated to Anchorage, Alaska. With nothing but an acoustic guitar to occupy him during his off-hours, it was during this time that he began coming up with his own compositions. In the years that followed Jon Yonts added work after work to his original repertoire, and with each new creation, his style continued to evolve, becoming ever-increasingly intricate and unique. In 2010, he acquired a violin and began attending Humboldt State University in pursuit of a degree in music.
‘What it is’ is a bright and mellow collection of tracks that boasts the glowing musicianship of Jon Yonts. The tracks travel along intricate beats and sweet guitar melodies as Yonts ventures into swirling psychedelic tones and breezy lo-fi elements. From the hypnotic melody in ‘Wings’ to the warm violin and traditional tones in ‘Colors’ each track ebbs and flows with rich instrumentation and easy listening folk -esque ease. Yonts uses biting electric guitar, unique percussion, electronic embellishments and looped vocals to create a mysterious and wholly consuming wall of sound that transports you into a world created entirely by the artists unique and intriguing musical dexterity. The album is a joy to listen to and is a fine display of musical prowess from Yonts.
Bio : Crafting a mix of energetic pop and throwback New Wave, Beyond the Wash (BTW) is the solo project of Irish songwriter, Patrick O’Donnell. He quickly became recognised for conceptual works that brought together artists from many different creative fields such as dance, design, sculpture and book making. These collaborations hint towards a diverse blend of both visual and sonic influences – while music is ultimately at its core, BTW’s output is both varied and unexpected. His new single ‘Min/us’ sees production input from Cian Sweeney (1000 Beasts), and long-term collaborator Christian Best (Mick Flannery).
Track: Min/us
Why We Like It: Beyond the Wash fleshes out his infectious sound to create a glorious bop that is riveting to listen to. The track is an effervescent alternative pop tune that pivots around palpitating rhythms, shimmering synths and ethereal electronic pop pulses. Warm vocals caress a nostalgic melody while an 80’s hued backdrop of zesty guitars adds an edge and freshness to the lush soundscape. Surging with compelling melodies and intriguing instrumentation ‘Min/us’ is a knock out tune from Beyond the Wash.
Bio : Pixie Cut Rhythm Orchestra is made up of songwriter/guitarist Sarah Deegan, drummer Danni Nolan and bassist Alice Grollero, who met through gigging around Dublin. They are influenced by artists such as Kathleen Hanna and Sinead O’ Connor. Released on Anon Records, ‘Empty Envelope’ is the follow up to February’s ‘I didn’t love you when I said I did and I don’t now’, which received radio and media support in Ireland, US and UK, playlisted on RTE 2fm, 8Radio, BBC NI and KEXP.Pixie Cut Rhythm Orchestra will be headlining Sin E, Dublin on October 2nd (with support from Melter). The band will also be appearing at Ireland Music Week (online) on October 6th and supporting M(h)aol in Workman’s Cellar on Nov 12th.
Track: Empty Envelope
Why We Like It: The track oozes dreamy soundscapes and lucid shoegaze tones as Pixie Cut Rhythm Orchestra blend soft haunting melodies with grunge instrumentation to create a beautifully fluid tune. The song is multi-textured as the band use layered vocals to create an echo effect behind Sarah Deegan’s vocal lulls while subtle instrumentation creates an immersive and dense wall of sound in the backdrop. From distorted wobbles and sweet pines on guitar to pounding drums and rooted bass grooves, the band present their bewitching sound in all its glory.
Bio : Irish artist Padjo Dolan has released his new single ‘Hazel Eyes’. The track is one of the first offerings from Padjo as an independent artist outside of a band and features Patrick Dolan (aka Padjo Dolan) on guitar and vocals with Cian Boylan, Conor Brady, Dave Hingerty, and Robbie Malone also involved in the project.
Track: Hazel Eyes
Why We Like It: It’s a rich country-rock tune brimming with wholesome tones and vibrant melodies filled with jaunty guitar, punchy drums and jangly piano embellishments. The song exudes warmth and deals with themes of escapism and nostalgia as Dolan’s warm vocals sing “you could take my hand / we could travel up the coast / and find the answer in the sand” over desert-esque guitars and a catchy rhythm section. Driving on heart-pounding vigour and infectious melodies ‘Hazel Eyes’ is an irresistible and passionate single from Padjo Dolan.
Bio : Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Julian Lamadrid has released his new single ‘One More Trip’.
Track: One More Trip
Why We Like It: This ethereal tune is lovingly crafted and balances tones of nostalgia, hope and melancholy. The track seems minimalist when it starts with airy electronics, sharp guitar twinkles, and a laid back melody as Lamadrid croons “I believe that dreams come true, at least I hope they do”. However, the song unfolds magnificently becoming more rich and vibrant. The bright synths bounce through a wall of thick beats and fuzzy soundscapes which contrast the innocence and hope provided in the melody. In true Lamadrid manner ‘One More Trip’ is filled with intricate, surprising, and vivid instrumentation as the song erupts into a rock peppered crescendo that boasts pounding drums and shredding guitar embellishments. This wonderfully expressive and inspiring song is laced in Lamadrid’s passionate and evocative musicianship and continues his run of masterful, heartfelt tunes.
