It’s that time of year again, another annual review of the music that stood out. There have been some outstanding releases, but not as over-flowing as in recent years. There are thoughts and reasons, but let’s not talk about them. Instead, let us celebrate the superb winners that reflected my love for independent and unsigned […]
Back in 2008, Jessi Robertson recorded her debut album in her bedroom. She created an honest and grounded collection of songs with a captivating, raw quality. Each track from Who We Are, What We Have Done focused on her acoustic guitar and layers of electronic music. It creates a hypnotic atmosphere that sets the stage for […]
If you’ve heard the music by HOLY WARS, you know they are not your typical rock band. Listen to their flawless album Eat It Up, Spit It Out to understand why this is the case. Together, Kat Leon (vocalist/songwriter) and Nicolas Perez (guitarist/producer) created an honest and unapologetic collection of songs. For example, people’s obsession […]
Jeremy Squires returns with his new album, Riddle of Stars. It began life with an electric soundtrack. However, due to the song “Blood Pact” being a farewell poem for his friend’s funeral, this release evolved into something stripped back with a heart-stirring nature. Its delicate mood features his finger-picking guitar style, piano and the occasional […]
At an early age, music became an essential element in the world of Matt Warren. He learned the craft by performing, learning from heroes and studying contemporary music composition at University. But, he wanted to walk his own path when creating his own work. This was clear to hear from his debut single, “Witchcraft”, a […]
The North East’s Smoove and Turrell return with their seventh (studio) album, Red Ellen. You don’t see many modern-day artists/bands release as many albums as this nowadays, it’s a credit to the calibre of music and their loyal fanbase. They have come a long way since their debut single, “I Can’t Give You Up”. The […]
Listen up! Screaming Eagles are BACK! Like many others, their momentum slowed down during the pandemic. Before that, they burst onto the scene with their debut album, From The Flames. It’s a collection of songs that growl and roar like a rock ‘n’ roll beast. Letting tracks such as “All The Way” and “Vampire” showcase […]
With a new album on the horizon, VOLK offers another taste of what to expect with a new single. Since the release of their outstanding album Cashville, Chris Lowe (electric guitar, vocals) and Eleot Reich (drums, lead vocals) has opened a new chapter on their sound. Not to stay in one musical spot for too […]
