Author Archives: Mari Lane

About Mari Lane

Editor, London. Likes: Kathleen Hanna, 6Music, live music in the sunshine. Dislikes: Sexism, pineapples, the misuse of apostrophes.

Festival Guide: Glastonbury Festival 2017

Name: Glastonbury Festival Of Contemporary Performing Arts Where: Worthy Farm, Pilton, Somerset When: 21st – 25th June Headliners: Radiohead, Foo Fighters, Ed Sheeran Also Featuring: Biffy Clyro, Solange, Stormzy, The Jacksons, Katy Perry, Laura Marling, Sleaford Mods, Kate Tempest, The Flaming Lips,…

Premiere: PANGEA – ‘Something Bad’

Having formed at university in Liverpool, Slye, Levi, Paul and Kieren – aka PANGEA – have arrived into our ears with the refreshing mission to make people dance. Now, with the release of their uptempo debut single, there’s no doubt…

WATCH: Dream Nails – ‘DIY’

At times like this, it’s more important than ever to have politically-charged bands, set on combining activism with fantastic music. Labelling themselves ‘Feminist Punk Witches From Hell’, Gigslutz favourites Dream Nails succeed in doing just this. Playing gigs to raise money for…

WATCH: Skating Polly – ‘Hail Mary’

Following last year’s incredible album The Big Fit, Washington-based step-sister duo Skating Polly have now become a trio with the addition of their brother Kurtis, and announced the release of a brand new EP. Co-written by Veruca Salt’s Louise Post and Nina…

Introducing Interview: Caswell

South London artist Caswell creates rich electronic soundscapes, oozing her soulful, crystal-clear vocals and soaring melodies. With her new single ‘Animal’ out now, we caught up with Caswell to find out more…  Hi Caswell, welcome to Gigslutz! Can you tell us…

Premiere: Tooth And Nail – ‘Cryin’ For You’

Formed just late year, Leeds-based duo Tooth And Nail have now shared the first of three 2017 single releases. ‘Cryin’ For You’ oozes powerful, bluesy riffs alongside gritty, soulful vocals and catchy hooks. An instant ear-worm, it’s an anthemic indie-rock…

Premiere: Anna Pancaldi – ‘Stay Right Here’

Having received support from the likes of BBC 6 Music and Radio 2, as well as having her own gin brand (!), international songstress and former Gigslutz ‘One To Watch’ Anna Pancaldi has just released a brand new EP. Taken…