Tuesday 24 March 2015

Bison Sound

The Toronto based 3-piece Bison Sound have recently released their debut self-titled LP. The album is full of tracks just as powerful as their name implies and god it sounds good. Kickstarting the album is 'So Fine', a track full of chugging beats and commanding guitar riffs, it is a track the really sets the tone for the following tracks.
'Under Everything' quickens the pace and is one of those tracks you can immerse yourself into and have a good ol' rock out to. 'SweetTooth', 'Begin The End Again' and 'Heaven Help Us' pass by in a blur of stomping beats and pulsating rock melodies until things slow down slightly in 'I Remember'. This is a track thats hiding something dark and secretive and it comes through the notes of the song like some sort of twisted magic.
'Time's Up' continues to slow the pace even more and could be perhaps considered one of the more emotional songs on the LP. Beginning with the pounding of drums that are later accompanied by zingy guitar plucks and smooth vocals, this is a climatic master-piece with alternating outbursts and whispers of emotion. The following track 'Your Ghost Of You' has actually been featured on Throwback Rock, a compilation from Factory Fast Records (read the review here).
The bass on 'Sharks 2' is almost mesmerizing and the waves of sound mixed with the shouts in the chorus make you feel like the trio have cast an eratic spell over you. 'Dove' and 'Sonic Boom' both feature hefty soundscapes while 'All The Angels' ends on an intriguing low. Most artists end their albums with a climatic track but Bison Sound have chosen a song thats slightly upbeat but still tinged with a level of sadness. Why? God knows. But it works. It has a memorable melody and, if I were to look back on the band, this is the song I would think to, kind of like Bison Sound summed up in just over 4 minutes.

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Emily Branson (@emiemzy)

Monday 23 March 2015

Americana Armour

Americana Armour opens with soul touching vocals from The Federalis in 'Fox and the Hound', a good looking prophecy for the rest Factory Fast's first compilation in yet another brilliant series. The LP, to be released tomorrow (24th of March), also features some of our previous love affairs, such as Melting Pot who we saw on the Acoustic Arsenal LP, Johnny Hate on the Alt Country Arsenal LP and Monogroove on the Throwback Rock LP.

The second track, by Monogroove entitled 'When I Wake Up', is heavily blues inspired, featuring the sort of melodies you'd expect from Elvis's earlier bluesy stuff, making it the perfect fit for the theme of the album. The Celebration Army follow with 'Black Blues Jeans', a track that admittedly begins with odd sounding vocals, but, I promise you, by the chorus you will love it. The vocals begin to relax and sound less abnormal and completely new vocals enter scene for the chorus. The melodies in this song are irresistible and make you want to ease into a sassy dance. 

The fourth track opens with a mellow strings composition but picks up into a mainly lyrical composition backed by brass. Personally, I am not a fan of The Blue Project's 'Requiem for a Working Man' but it is hard to not appreciate the artistic value of it. Genuine Crude brings their track 'Insanity Rules' to the table next. It sounds quite fresh in comparison to the other tracks, perhaps due to the instruments sounding more alert. This is a track that almost doesn't fit, but, then again, the goods things in life never blend in that easily do they? 

'The Killing of the Fragile' by Johnny Hate is angry and feisty, full of emotion and ready to fight for what it wants. It's a track thats hard to forget, its repetitive melodies get lodged so easily in your head.'(You Got Me) Rollin' and Tumblin' by Melting Pot on the other hand is more relaxed, ending the album on a chilled out, bluesy high.

The Americana Amour will be available via iTunes, Amazon and Google Play tomorrow.

Emily Branson, (@emiemzy)

Sunday 22 March 2015

Calming River

Calming River is an artist who creates very real music, music which comes to life and moves before you like an apparition. Each track also feels very pure, most songs are simply just him and his guitar, giving each track an intimate sound. The debut LP 'Afflict and Redeem' also features drums and a violin, instruments which add more depth and ambiance to the tracks.


'The Ember' starts the album with an atmosphere tinged with a sadness. The steady pluck of guitar strings and melancholy violin easily alerts you to the fact the album is going to be full of intricate beauty. Following in suit, 'Overcome' creates a dark and raw sound which rolls into a chilling climatic ending. 'March' continues a somber mood but 'Brother I' acts as the parting in the clouds. There's hope flowing deep within this song, a hope created by the lighter notes and small grin of melodies.
'Parrot Song' is one of my favourite tracks. There is a build up of instruments that sounds so full and simple at the same time. The melodies begin to sound like breathing and drum beat feels like a heartbeat making Calming River's music really come to life and it sounds almost Holy. 'Stayed At Home' is full of spiralling notes and wistful vocals that ultimately suck you in like vacuum. The album ends with 'The Dirt', a track which begins unexpectedly with sweeping background tones. As Calming River begins to vocalise his thoughts it is easy to get caught up and lost within the song, so much so that your skin begins to tingle.

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Emily, (@emiemzy)

Friday 20 March 2015

Babylon K

This Italian five piece make music very similar to the Arctic Monkeys, both through the sound of the vocals and that authentic feel to every part of the music. The authenticity is very real for this band too, having self-produced their tracks there is no space for fakery. Babylon K have recently released an EP. Its bloodthirsty and raw, each of the four tracks boast a feisty attitude.
'Feenings' kickstarts the EP. The track opens with gloriously pulsating guitars followed by a powerful beat and a psych inspired interlude, all of which suggest that this would be a killer track to see live. 'Why Are We Living Now?' definitely paints the EP golden for me, its got more electricity than a live wire and the climatic nature of the song makes it hard to keep the volume low. Penultimate track 'Eternal Friendship' is dominated by the shrieky plucking of guitars making it a truly epic track. 'Waitin' For The Shine Of Light' however is more brooding, the instruments make it feel like there's a brewing storm whilst another injection of psych that precedes the chorus makes everything seem more mellow. If the EP is anything to go by, I'd say that Babylon K have a roaring future awaiting them.

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Emily, (@emiemzy)

Monday 16 March 2015

Young And The Blue

Young And The Blue are a band who have a more humorous approach to the world of music as I'm sure you'll see when you visit their website. However,  their music itself is pretty much flawless following its thorough performance and production. I think this is a band that is much needed in the tense world of music at the moment, these are people who can have a laugh and make killer tracks instead of arguing and over-producing everything to become 'mainstream'. If Young And The Blue continue doing what they're doing, I'm certain that they could have the world in their hands soon.


The band have recently released their EP 'Change Your Mind', a little box of fast-paced rock enigmas. 'Boredom' opens the EP, an ironic name for something so feisty and layered as this is. There is a plethora of  instruments, including an electric guitar and a piano, all of which work exceedingly well to create a wall of sound which blocks everything out whilst you ease into the bands groove. 
The second track 'Watching' is again a lively track, featuring a sprint of notes and beats. The gentle instrumental near the back end of the song flaunts the bands ability to be diverse in the emotions they expose and also really keeps you on your toes, I mean, who really wants a band that does the same thing all the time?  Final track 'Only For A Second' is definitely the highlight of the EP, its in your face, flaunting its power and skill. I love the spunky attitude and I love the fast--paced chorus that really sweeps you up. I would also really love to see this played live, you can already tell that it will be corker.
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Emily, (@emiemzy)

Saturday 14 March 2015

Shamona

Shamona is a new, fresh-faced three piece from Liverpool. The trio create an authentic sounding rock, one fused effortlessly with tones of pop creating a refreshing sound for any rock lover. The band's recently released EP 'Just Like You' contains 5 perfectly produced tracks that are sure to make you at least take notice of them.


The EP opens with 'Rich Mans Sake', it's gloriously performed. Theres just something about this song that makes you feel connected to the band, whether its the rough and powerful vocals, the indulgent rise and fall of notes or even the riffs at the start that leave goosebumps in its wake, I don't know, but I do know that it works.
A gentler track follows, 'Just Like You' is the rawest and slowest track on the EP and reminds me of the emotion in Twin Atlantic's 'Crash Land'. The final track of the EP is actually a stripped back version of the song and it is bloody good. The strength in the vocals and the simplicity of the piano accompaniment is so pure that it actually jars you a little bit, living in a world where music is rarely this refined it reminds you of how crystaline music can still be.
'Come And Go' is repetitive and almost drug-like, you don't expect to love it but you do, and you just can't stop listening to it. 'The Game Is Yours' continues in a similar fashion, except with this one you immediately know its going to be a good'n. Everything is flawless in this track and the central riffs are just enigmatic, it is impossible to reject it.

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Emily, (@emiemzy)

Thursday 12 March 2015

Dan McCarthy

Dan McCarthy's recent album 'When The Light Fades' is one to fall in love to. A fully hand-crafted and acoustic album that holds a magical essence. 'Fly Away' has already been featured following its appearance on the 'Acoustic Arsenal' Compilation (read the review here). Even from the first track your muscles begin lose their tension as you ease into McCarthy's lucid voice and gentle melodies.
The following track,'Crazy Sun', is one of my personal favourites. It has a wave like melody and is predominantly instrument, it has been perfect for soothing away any stresses I've had and settling me down for the night. What more do you want out of a piece of acoustic music? 'Moonbeams', 'Dream Time' and 'Lost' continue to hold onto McCarthy's wondrous relaxing and loving essence whilst the songs still flaunt their own special sparks, making them all into independant flourishes.
'Fence Post Man' reminds me of Gordon Giltrap, the track leaks the same level of skill and emotion as Giltrap does in his own music. Lyrically, the next song is my favourite. 'White Light' is so sweet and gentle, opening to the sound of  "Sometimes I see the light in me, sometimes I see the stars, sometimes I see the light in you, the space between the stars and me, the space between the stars and you". 'After The Rain', 'Firefly' and 'Ladybug Point' all lead up to 'The Woods', the closure of the album, with grace and purity. 'The Woods' does end the LP perfectly, McCarthy's vocals make twang somewhere deep inside your soul whilst the fluidity of guitar notes make you feel like your floating. I don't think he could have ended the album any other way.

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Emily, (@emiemzy)

Tuesday 10 March 2015

Stina


In short: prepare to fall in love. Stina's folky music sounds like audible beauty, I'm serious. Yes, she may not be favorable amongst our more rock orientated audience but you can't help but give praise where it's needed: each song is doused in a delicate magic, gentle to the ear and caressing to the mind. Her EP 'Call The Guard' gives a perfect example of this.

The first track, 'Call The Guard', is perfectly composed and, like the other songs on the EP, is lead by Stina's mystical vocals. The background melodies are powerful yet gentle, symphonic but faded, giving it a largly acoustic sound. 'My Own' follows in a similar fashion, sounding a bit darker whilst she exposes her more serious emotions.

'Raven' is more spritely, both the instrumental and vocal sections of the song build with an enthusiasm that inspires a smile and a swell of the heart. The penultimate track, 'Remind Me',  is a story of feeling, allowing a bond between Stina and yourself occur following her openness. 'Catch Me If You Could' is a quintessential finale, the higher notes ensures a joyous ending and the tender 'ooo's following the chorus clips the song to your mind and leaves you in a state of awe.

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Emily, (@emiemzy)

Monday 9 March 2015

Live Review // Pond, Electric Ballroom 25/2/15

The Perth psych rockers embarked on their tour of the UK on the 20th of February in Sheffield but the fourth night in North London was certainly one to savour.


Support came from London-based band Younghusband who provided a suitably rocky, post-punk, shoegaze and even slightly psychedelic opening to proceedings with several songs that I found myself engaged in almost immediately. After not ever hearing this band before I was beginning to really enjoy them but this was short-lived as…

POND pranced on stage in all their glory to immense cheers from the Ballroom crowd with frontman Nick Allbrook sporting a nicely patterned kimono and synth player Jamie Terry sporting nothing but a fantastic hair/beard combination as well as a smile that could have filled the entire room. The eloquent foursome (without bassist Julian Barbagallo who recently left the ever-changing line up of Pond) got the ball rolling with emerging fan favourite and beginning track on the new record ‘Waiting Around For Grace’. This song burst into life much like the crowd did after the initial slower intro and seemed to get everyone into the Australian psychedelic mood with its impeccably joyous tone and undisputed ‘catchy’ nature. 

As the set continued in the same upbeat, frantic fashion with ‘Elvis’ Flaming Star’, more frenzied dancing/verging on moshing was incited for the first time as this song’s more unrelenting or continuous nature lent itself to this kind of reaction. The next block of songs consisting of ‘Heroic Shart’ (a clear favourite of the band), ‘You Broke My Cool’, ‘Don’t Look at the Sun or You’ll Go Blind’ and then ‘Sitting Upon Our Crane’ all provoked differing responses from the relatively youthful crowd with the second of the four off the first record receiving a perhaps surprising, overwhelming response as the chorus consisting of ‘You… You broke my cool, yeah, yeah, yeah…’ and so on being bellowed out like it was a number one hit which I personally revelled in. ‘Don’t Look at the Sun…’, a song that the band pride on ‘getting the crowd going’ did this with a certified amount of vigour that sent the crowd into endless moshing with people falling over and piling on top of one another. This track which isn't on any of the band’s records can always be relied on to create havoc in a crowd.

‘Sitting Upon Our Crane’ and ‘Holding Out For You’ provided more solitary rest bite from the craziness of the majority of the set as well as giving Nick Allbrook a break from his wonderfully elaborate frontman duties to let drummer Jay Watson and guitarist Joe Ryan provide the vocals on these two tracks to great effect despite guitarist Ryan in particular looking the most apprehensive about singing alone on ‘Holding Out For You’. He needn't of worried. The crowd now beginning to look slightly bedraggled and fatigued were revitalised with a funky Brian Eno cover of ‘Baby’s on Fire’ and then into Hobo Rocket favourite ‘Giant Tortoise’ combined with golden oldie ‘Pond in a Park’ which resulted in chaotic movement from the crowd with the change in pace of the song meaning in the slower parts all the listener is yearning for is the next ripple of battering drums and recognisable guitar riff.  As this track almost had everyone finished off, with only the more resilient left standing, the band decided to give the others a chance to get their breath back with a great rendition of ‘Holding Out For You’ before going into the closing song of the main set, ‘Midnight Mass (At The Market Street Payphone)’ which in its 6 minute entirety was a crazed, hard-hitting and damn right riotous end to the set. With its vastly intense crescendo of drums and Allbrook's echoing vocals the battered and bruised crowd were left longing for just an ounce more of Pond magic as they left the stage…

Much to the delight of the packed Ballroom, the foursome returned onto stage moments after as they entered into the psychedelic whirlwind that is the title track off their latest record, ‘Man It Feels Like Space Again’. This was a completely justified ending to a set that twisted and turned as well as provoking a variety of responses from the crowd many of which involved chaos and excitement. There were the minority that still had the energy to try and incite moshes at what they viewed as the most appropriate moments but the vast majority marvelled at the genius of this constantly deferential 8 minute masterclass whilst gently swaying and sauntering at the same time. 

At the close of the set, many were left in a psychedelic blur as the band left on stage an abundance of constantly flickering vibrant lighting as well as synth and guitar sounds that unsettled the head a little. Some may have been a little disheartened with the absence of tracks like ‘Zond’, ‘Medicine Hat’, ‘Xanman’ and perhaps ‘Eye Pattern Blindness’ but one thing many would have almost certainly taken away from the show though was that they'd seen perhaps the best live psych act around in current times even if they had taken a bit of a battering to do so. 

Luke Jewell, (@heroicshart)

Sunday 8 March 2015

The Evil Professor Y

This is the follow up compilation to The Mysterious Projekt X (read the review here) and again does not fail to impress. You can never be disappointed with the range of sounds on these records, if you think about the title, any genre ideas made will be included in, of course, a seamless fashion. This LP is filled with hidden gems and Factory Fast Records deserve so much praise for bringing this music to light. It also features one of our previously review tracks from The Everglows, read our review of 'Amanita' here.

The album opens gracefully with 'Aliens in Woodstock' by Creeping Volt Club, a song focused almost entirely on melodies which create an almost groovy and cool atmosphere thats simply heaven to absorb. The second track, 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' from The Harrison Brothers, leaks reminders of Austin Powers and his vibrant 60's era. The song itself isn't boasting obvious 60's DNA but its there, those fuzzy, faded guitars and organ like keyboard notes all allude to a 60's inspiration.
'Fire `n' Fear' from The Poulsons takes you off your feet with their brooding electronic infused rock sound. Its deep and layered, no matter how many times I listen to it I can still find different bits that I didn't notice before. The Love Buzzards with 'Dungeon Party' turns the album to a brilliantly raucous track. There's rough vocals, dangerous guitars and a glorious beat, what's not to love?

'Untouchable' by Alpha State of Mind sends prickles down your spine with its immense intro. The good feelings don't end there, the song continues to emulate magnificence through its powerful vocals and unsteady beat. Concluding the album with an awe inspiring darkness is 'Feed the Machine' by The Windsor Project. The track is the heaviest on the LP and resonates deep within as it's pace quickens and slows with a deft prowess.

The album will be available in two days on the 10th of March on all good online retailers or pre-order it here.

Emily, (@emiemzy)

Friday 6 March 2015

Lindsay Mac

Lindsay Mac has somehow made pop music unique, her tracks feels original and personal, each one giving a little hint to who she is. Mac has recently released her EP Animal Again, it is filled with soft pop melodies and synthed tones.

The first track, 'Animal Again', makes you feel like you have been packed off to a calm beach, watching gentle waves roll in. It's inevitable that you finish this song with the lyrics flowing out of your smiling lips. 'Remember' follows, it's a completely poptastic track, full of light electronic tones and strong, elegant vocals. It sounds as though she's reinvented Kylie Minogue.

'Back To Right' slows the EP down a bit with a steady but animated beat. This is one of those songs that brings the sun out behind the rainy clouds and the emotion in this track feels like a living, breathing person making this one exceptional track. Finishing the EP is 'Wolf', a track definitely wolf like in its power and sure to become a motivational song. The synth sounds spiral around Mac's voice and give you an empowering growing feeling.

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Emily, (@emiemzy)

Thursday 5 March 2015

Interview // Milestones

Milestones: a new, fresh faced pop-punk band from Manchester who are already edging onto the scene ahead of the release of their debut EP 'Equal Measures' in April. The band, consisting of vocalist Matt Clarke, guitarist Andy Procter, bassist Mark Threlfall and drummer Andy Makin, are also set to accompany some big names in the next few months such as Man Overboard and have just got back from accompanying Yeah Detroit on their Feb tour. You may be wondering how such a new band have come about such possibilities but as soon as you let their single 'More To More' pleasantly assault your ears with it's irresistible and defined pop punk vibes you will inevitably begin to understand why. 

We managed to have a chat with the bassist Mark to talk Milestones:

Mytacism Music: First of all, what got you into music? 

Mark: I've always had an interest in music, but I suppose going to see my first ever concert (Green Day in Birmingham in 2009) was what fully got me into music, I knew from that point that I wanted to be in a band, it’s still one of the best live shows I've seen to date. 

How did you all meet? Could you indulge us in a history of Milestones? 

We all met through crossing paths are some point or another during the run of our old bands, I’d been in touch with Matt (vocalist) a few times regarding bookings for one of my old bands, and had been on a few shows with Andy & Andrews (Drummer & Guitarist) old band. It was originally Matt, Andy and Andrew practising and writing, then I contacted Matt after him posting something online about needing a bassist, so I thought it’d be worth me asking what its all about. The rest of it is just history really, we practised loads, wrote an EP and got to where we are now. 

Who has been your main musical influences when creating your debut EP ‘Equal Measures’? 

There’s been a few bands from we've taken influence from in the writing process of the EP, there’s bands like Neck Deep, The Story So Far, State Champs, Real Friends etc who have really influenced the Pop Punk elements of the record, and then there’s the likes of You Me At Six, Deaf Havana, Young Guns, Don Broco etc, they're the sort of bands who influenced us heavily when bringing the straight up rock vibes to the record. 

What was the process like when you created the EP? 

The process was our guitarist Drew demoing a song, that would be the skeleton of the song in a sense. Then when we'd come to practise, we'd build the songs up until we were happy with them and were ready to take them into the studio, we'd then hit the studio with our producer Phil who'd help us fine tune the songs. 

What does a day in the life of Milestones involved? What do you guys normally get up to? 

A lot of our days are spent planning, organising, networking and sorting out general band stuff. We try and work as closely and efficiently as a unit as we can, so it is important we try and keep pro-activeness and creativeness ticking over at all times. With all sharing the same ethos that we do in Milestones, its something that is achievable. 

Apart from making music, do you have any other hobbies or interests? 

I don't really think I have any other hobbies other than making music, I'm quite fixated on the band, I wouldn't want to overwork myself by trying to keep up so many hobbies at once, the band is my main priority so I like to have as much time as possible for it. 

Where do you see yourselves in the future? You're already set to be playing with some bands! 

We see ourselves touring, writing, recording, playing shows and generally having a great time in the future, hopefully anyway. Our main aim is to have as much fun as we can, so we hope we can continue doing so in the future! We're already set to play with some huge bands which is crazy for us, in May we'll be playing with the likes of Motion City Soundtrack, Man Overboard, Trash Talk, Moose Blood, ROAM, and thats insane for us to say after only being an active band for a few months.

Thanks for chatting with us!

Debut EP 'Equal Measures' to be released April 6th

See the live at Empire Festival (17th May, Sheffield, The Hop)

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Emily (@emiemzy)

Wednesday 4 March 2015

The Yellow Traffic Light


This Italian band make the snazziest shoegaze tracks going, each track sounds like a bubble showing the inside of a sleeping brain exploring it's own reality. Even more exciting than finding this gem of a band is that they have recently released an EP entitled 'Dreamless'. It is kind of ironic that each track sounds like its own dream, maybe it is what they are aiming for, after auto-producing such a great EP it is necessary to make an intriguing title for it.
The EP opens with 'April', a track that does actually emulate a cheery Spring feeling. But, bare in mind, its still psych so it's cheery mood does sound warped and unsure of itself. The vocals on the track are lush, they have just the right tone making the sound seem as smooth as buttering warm toast. 'Care' follows, bringing a less bright tone and a slower beat. It's still a gorgeous composition though, it's a song that you can just melt into. I really love the last track 'Do It Right' because of how it changes slightly, the vocals become the lead in the song, clear cut over the melodies whilst they swirl and expand in the background.

This is a bloody good EP and I'm sure their future looks as dreamy as their music.

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Emily, (@emiemzy)

Monday 2 March 2015

Alt Country Arsenal

Released tomorrow, this is yet another fantastic compilation from Factory Fast Records. All of the artists on the record explore the country genre in their own different ways. It's full of very different tracks but they all flow together seamlessly, joined through their folk inspired purity. I love this compilation, it feels familiar even though its new, it ooze goodness even if some of the songs aren't about positive things and its just so full of talent and power you can't help but feel emotionally touched.

The album opens with a track thats not really country but, never the less, still fits with the LP. 'Came Down From Heaven' by Adam Davison-Harden is more like a church song with some beautiful vocals, piano and organ that reaches into all the right places to make you feel a bit more cheery. It's elegance opens the album tremendously well. The Shannons are featured on this one too with 'Christmas Eve Flight', a song that instantly reminds you of happy memories and think to one of those snug pub evenings where everyone comes together. Its a hard to song to hate.
'Cleveland' by Julie Gibb is a bit more gentle in contrast to the previous track. The vocals on this song is really the highlight, it makes you listen and your heart flutter and your skin tingle. Jiggley Jones follows with 'Ain't That Alright', a song which immediately makes you think country. It is filled with those typical staple sounds and really holds the album together.

'Concierge' by Dead Sea Navigators brings a darker mood to the album, the piano melodies brood slightly and the vocals sound deep, erupting from somewhere deep within. The added electric guitar also adds a sisnister feel but the song is still darkly gorgeous. Johnny Hate is another repeat offender, back again to make us al fall for his music, this time with 'Midnight Alibi in NYC'. I've got to be honest and say it reminds me a little bit of old school Busted with a country accent. 'We Miss You' by Andy Zovko finishes the album perfectly, their jarring song is like a rejected, alluring folk symphony.

You can pre-order the album via Factory Fast Records' website: http://www.factoryfastrecords.co.nr
The album will be widely available tomorrow on Amazon, iTunes and Google Play. 

Emily, (@emiemzy)

Sunday 1 March 2015

February: A Month In Review

Another big month and another big thank you. This month we reached over 50 likes on Facebook (whayy) and got hacked on Twitter, losing over 2000 followers (boooo) but we have still managed to smash last month's stats so we do want to thank you for sticking by us. And again we thought what better way to celebrate then have a little round up of this months best content.


This month we managed to feature some great artists and, of course, you had your favourites so I have rounded up the top 5 most popular reviews of the month, compressing some of the best talent into one little nugget for you:
5. Lucchi - We had to of know that this was going to be big, right.? The guy is so chill yet his raps are still insane. We also got to do an interview with him which you can read here.
4.  The Relights - Sounding a bit like Oasis, this band ooze indie goodness.
3. FELLA - The unbelievable 'skindie' band manage to mix genres with ease, producing huge sounds which you can hear on their new EP 'A Commoners Tale'.
2. A is for Atom - This is a guy who produces scientific perfection in his smooth, electronic genre. What more needs to said other than press play?
1. The TEL - The Russian rockers who have recently released their single 'Welcome On Board', a track filled with pure rock DNA.

I've also compiled a list of who I think have been some of our best featured artists:
5. Glamour Assassins - Only reviewed recently, the electric band produce infectious, spacey tracks.
4. The Fontaines - A band who practically sweat indie sounds, each of their tracks are the epitome of the newly defined indie pop genre.
 3. Cuban Hexe - These attractive rock 'n' rollers are inevitably going to find themselves battling into the rock scene pretty soon with their insanely brilliant tracks.
2. The Magikal - I dare you to listen to 'The Ticket' and not relish the dark, electronic symphony.
1. King Eider - It is inevitable to gain at least an appreciation for King Eider, if not fall in love with them like I did. For fans of Ben Howard and Bon Iver.
Also featured this month has been Factory Fast Records endless stream of killer compilations, they are all so good I had to give them their own feature before they took up all of top 5 spots:
  Acoustic Arsenal - Beautiful acoustic compositions which speak to the soul through each twang of the guitar and each vocal note.
  (Released - 3rd Feb) Mysterious Projekt X - Electronically focused rock, all of the songs gripping and fulfilling.
  (Released - 17th Feb) One More Thing - The second in the Acoustic Arsenal series and again features spectacular acoustic tracks.
  (Released - 24th Feb) Throwback Rock - A compilation brimming with pure talent and edgy rock tracks.
This month we also welcomed Luke to the team, read one of his favourite reviews here.

Once again, thank you for the support.

Emily, (@emiemzy)

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