Saturday 27 September 2014

The Everglows

The Everglows are a three piece band hailing from East London comprising of Andy Smith (guitar/vocals), Ray Brodrick (drums) and Steve Perkins (bass). The band have been influenced by sounds such as the 60's Mod, psychedelia and Britpop which is obvious when listening to some of their music.

One of the songs that has been recently added to their song book is 'Sugary Sun', a lively, fast paced track. With a rapid beat that never seems to stop and fuzzy guitar and vocal notes, 'Suary Sun' is a song you should take note of as it radiates groove and good vibes. The only downside to this track is the length, the experiance of the song is over within two and a half minutes.

Another track to listen to is 'That Other Girl', a slightly slower, clearer song. This track boasts repetitive and infectious guitar riffs and powerful vocals that proves the emotion in this song.

You can follow the band on Twitter, like their Facebook page or check out their YouTube channel for all of the bands updates and new music.
You can listen to their music on Soundcloud or visit their Bandcamp page.

em, (@emiemzy)


Wednesday 24 September 2014

Jet Black Sunrise

Formed in 2009, Jet Black Sunrise are a five piece indie pop/rock band comprising of Matt Cronin (vocals, keys), Nick Fede (vocals, guitar), Jay Schneider (vocals, bass), Matt Smith (vocals, guitar) and JC Zwisler (vocals, drums). They have have previously released an LP and an EP and have recently released a second EP titled 'Departures'.


The EP opens with a track named 'In Flight', a graceful beginning track which features light piano notes that build up to a powerful vocal and musical crescendo. The remaining minutes of the track boast a robust riff and raw vocals while the electric notes of a guitar gives it a prominent rock feel.
The second track, 'Rockview', contains gentler acoustic guitar notes which take centre stage throughout the song. The chorus is one to jam out to while the stunning guitar instrumental injects shots of colour into the song.
'Granite' has a very rhythmic beginning that is accompanied by echoing guitar notes. I feel that 'Granite' has a very winter feel, not because of the mention of snow but because it is the sort of song you imagine yourself listening to while sat by the fire as the skeleton like trees watch from the window.
'Gone' is akin to a slow lullaby presenting melodic, genial acoustic notes, while 'Run Away' encompasses a strength-giving beat, lyrics which hold your heart still and a climatic ending that shoots warmth through your veins.

You can buy the EP on Bandcamp or you can listen to it on their website.
You can also follow the band on Twitter or like their Facebook page.

em, (@emiemzy)


Friday 19 September 2014

Cats Park


Cats Park are a Russian band from St Petersburg comprising of 5 members; Alex Andreev (bass, keys), Faijee (vocals), Roman Shatohin (guitar), Alexander Alekseev (keys) and Yuri Andreev (drums). Formed in 2001, the band have already released an EP - 'Your Love Is A Sin' and have now released an album 'A Taste Of Heaven' which is mostly described as 'down-tempo rock'. 

The track first track, 'In Between', features delicate yet compelling vocals and a slow industrial beat which adds a slight somber feel to the track. It throws you into their frequent relaxed cadence genre. Up next is 'In My Room', a melody with a slow tempo making it a track to wind down to as voice caresses your ears, soothes your brain calms your worries while the gentle notes place a placid smile on your face. Then onto 'Back To Heaven' which boasts a faster tempo while Faijee repeats the lyrics 'How do you know', causing them to flick off your tongue the second time you hear the track played. 'When Someone Loves You' could almost be described as a dance track with a quicker, continual beat. After the chorus of this track has an ascent of string notes adds a thickness to the track, not letting any possible sound not be created. 'Precious Days' shows a more sophisticated side to the band while 'Prisoners of Heartbreak' explores more electronic, synth sounds. Next comes 'Thin Skinned', a song which has a hint of early Placebo in. The melodies in the track are very varied, swapping between a slightly industrial sound to a solemn, harmonising chorus. The penultimate track, 'Plastic World' features the same soulful vocals as shown throughout the album and a dizzying riff adding a 'rock' feel. The album ends with 'I Can't Wait', a tender song with a climatic and fulfilling ending. 

You can buy the album here, or visit their Soundcloud.
You can follow the band on Twitter, Facebook or check out their Youtube.

em, (@emiemzy)

Tuesday 16 September 2014

Empire Affair


Empire Affair was formed in Bournemouth during 2011 and consists of Neil Tallant (vocals), Jack Woolston (guitar), Matt Park (guitar and keys), Tom Parrett (bass) and Darren Sheppard (drums).  Empire Affair’s 3rd EP ‘Pangs’ was released on September the 5th and presents a fast paced indie pop feel.


The first track on the EP is 'Press Reset', a song featuring an unruly chant, harmonious lyrics and a killer beat, it raises your heart rate while building an atmosphere which the rest of the EP continues to sustain. 'Press Reset' is the sort of track that would open the set of an  phenomenal  live  performance from the boys.


Following that is 'Don't Let Me Down' which opens with a stomping beat, melodic vocals and shows the bands rockier side while mixing their staple pop feel with canorous 'ooo's. This is the tune that would get your feet moving and body dancing as the full power of this song builds up after a brief slowing of the beats.


'DNA Code' is the third song and possibly my favourite. The chorus is contagious as Tallant belt's out passionate lyrics which immediately start to circle your mind. The track has an almost soothing but upbeat electronic synth note accompanying a large majority of the song, adding a thicker feel to the song that bombards the mind with plenty of sounds to savour. 


'Forest Beyond The Tree's' is a slightly more gentle track in comparison to the rest of the EP, featuring more pop sounds and light cooing vocals. However, just because it has a gentler effect doesn't mean it has lost its atmospheric, infectious qualities which appear throughout the EP. 


The EP finishes with 'End of Disco', a climatic track with strong vocals and slow, drifting air that builds up to powerful musical release before fading out, the band has definitely finished the EP with something to talk about. 



You can either buy the album of Amazon or iTunes.
You can follow the band on Twitter, Facebook or check out their Youtube channel.

em, (@emiemzy)

Saturday 13 September 2014

Barry & Liebe

Barry & Liebe are a two piece acoustic band from Co. Monaghan and they have recently released their delicate and alluring debut EP Mariposa. While playing wedding music for the past few years, the pair have a wide range of ability with a range of instruments which include the piano, organ, 6 & 12 string guitar and different whistles which all give their songs a compelling sound.

The first track on the EP is 'Dear Beautiful Dreamer', a heartfelt dedication to a close friend who has passed away. The melody is made up of more basic components, featuring mainly a piano, guitar and violin, which allows you to focus on the strong, canorous voice of Liebe. 'Dear Beautiful Dreamer' was also the song which induced the creation of the EP after a fellow musician told them to get it recorded at an open mic night.

'You Know What' is the second track and it is also my favourite. It's a rhythmical song which gives off a powerful flow of emotion while the tinkling piano interlude gives it a softer, classic feel. Somehow the band has mixed the classical piano with folk to create an irresistible melody.

The last two tracks on the EP are 'Reveal' and 'Wonder Why'. 'Reveal', a mainly vocal song, is a very raw, passionate composition with a calming, surging music backing. 'Wonder Why' is about 'the one that got away'. The track has gentle melodies and vocals which create a caressing sound, almost as if they are calming the upset over the one that got away.

You can listen to most of the EP on Soundcloud here.

This EP is definitely one to invest in while the band is certainly one to keep an eye on.
If you want to buy the EP, you can do so here.
The bands Twitter is @BarryLiebeMusic and you can find a link to their Facebook age here.

em, (@emiemzy)

Thursday 11 September 2014

Single of the Week: “Human Sadness” by Julian Casablancas + the Voidz

This past week, Julian Casablancas + the Voidz dropped “Human Sadness”, the first single off of their upcoming album Tyranny. The almost eleven minute track features haunting melodies and heartfelt lyrics sung in Casablancas’ dreamy baritone. “‘Beyond all ideas of right and wrong, there is a field. I will be meeting you there,’” quotes Casablancas from philosopher Rumi.

Read the full lyrics here.

While decidedly long (though undoubtedly shorter than The Velvet Underground’s “Sister Ray”), “Human Sadness” is a perfect balance of whining guitars, mesmerizing vocals, and Nintendo sounds. I have taken to listening to it on repeat for hours at a time, fascinated not only by the beautiful music, but also by the length of the song itself and how it plays so elegantly without sounding like one would expect an eleven minute song to sound: like a big, messy, unnecessary run-on sentence. No, this song’s predominantly legato style exudes a feeling of bliss. If it is any indication of those songs to come on the new album, I recommend pre ordering now.


“Human Sadness” is available for purchase on the iTunes store as well as on Amazon, etc. The best deal, however, can be found directly on the Cult Records site where the song is only $0.59.

Rock,
s.j.c     (@mandidwehavefun)

Tuesday 9 September 2014

Jep Roadie 'Jam Jam'


"If it wasn't for the ability to create hope through my music, I wouldn't be able to cope. I can only do what I feel. Nothing is ever given, that is why people take. When nothing is appreciated, people forget. When nothing is done, nothing changes. We are going to be the change. Time is running out, so are my patience. My n*gga died this year, he was going to be on the tour bus with me, he knew music, he was one of the realest people I will ever meet. Don't drink and drive. You won't be around to realize your impact on your surroundings." 

Jep Rodie, an American rapper, has released a new single; 'Jam Jam'. The song has a very personal feel with the rap sounding more like spoken word, making the song more original. 'Jam Jam' also has a slow beat making it sound a lot more serious, reiterating the rappers messages in the song. It's definitely a song to check out and can listen/download it here.
You can also follow Jep Roadie on twitter - @IamJproD

Emily, (@emiemzy)

Friday 5 September 2014

King Charles

While at Reading Festival this year I was surrounded by loads of amazing bands that I'd never heard of and so, after kicking myself over not of knowing these bands, I descended on YouTube, armed with a list of new acts to listen to. One of the names on this list was King Charles. 
King Charles is 29 year old singer/songwriter from London who produces joyous tunes filled with energy and emotion. He may appear and sound like an eccentric man but, believe me, his music will pump your veins with so much happiness and pure fun you won't even care. I just can't believe I haven't heard of him before.
His debut album LoveBlood was released in 2012 and features some of my new favourite songs which I can't get out of my head. 
'Bam Bam' is a song featuring beats which seriously get your feet tapping and lyrics which get in your head and force you to shout at the top of your voice when you hear the song for a second time.


Another seriously catchy song from the man of wonder is 'Love Lust'. The beginning of the song is a tune of a piano and his caressing voice, making you feel warm all over. About a minute and half into the song a fuller sound begins when an electric guitar breaks the harmonies and creates a more energetic and happy atmosphere to the song, making it hard to resist listening to.


 The final song I'm going to babble about is 'Mississippi Isabel'. When you listen to the lyrics of the song you begin to feel sorry for him as he describes how Mississippi Isabel resisted his charms but the melodies make the song feel more like a celebration so its hard to feel to sad for him and you just get taken up with the momentum of the song and dance away to it without out even realising (well I did anyway). 


Also, incase you are wondering who Mississippi Isabel is, apparently she was a girl who he met at a gig and became his muse (according to the internet anyway).

Apparently there is also a new album on the way and it will be nice for him and his hair to grace our homes with more upbeat sounds and gentle lyrics. 
(Is that fabulous hair real or not? (I really hope it is))

em, (@emiemzy)

Monday 1 September 2014

G L A S G O W

G L A S G O W; a new spanish duo has graced my ears recently with their dreamy single 'Stockholm'.
The duo consists of Mario.V.S (composer, keyboard, vocals and guitar) and Adrian.A.G (lead guitar and lyrics). The pair have been working hard over the holidays to record 'Stockholm' and with good reason, the song is definitely one almost everybody can enjoy.

The song consists of sleepy vocals and the pitter patter of guitar notes, both components working together to relax every inch of your body while causing you to sway gently in time to the tune. The sounds make you feel as though you are drifting, an ability most songs no longer have these days, making it something people need to take notice of. The only flaw to point out with this song is that it's over so soon, it is easy to get carried away with the song so when its over you do feel slightly lost.

Another song you can take a look at is 'Nebraska', a slightly more upbeat song featuring a gentle drum beat, definitely pushing the band into a similar category of other indie bands such as Peace and Swim Deep.

The band are releasing their first EP 'Phantom' soon (which I am looking forward to hearing) and are also planning on playing some shows around their city.
You can hear both tracks on their Bandcamp here
You can follow the band on SoundCloud here
Or you can follow their twitter (@glasgowwband), their Vimeo and you can check out their YouTube too.

em, (@emiemzy)

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