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.

Introducing Interview: Crash Club

Having received acclaim from the likes of Louder Than War, Sunday Mail and Kasabian, Scottish dance-rock band Crash Club are fast becoming known for their unique live performances, and have been wowing crowds at Isle Of Wight Festival and T…

Video Premiere: Jailbox – ‘Idea Jar’

Having formed back in 2009, St Louis trio Jailbox have previously supported Devendra Banhart and Daniel Johnston, before going on a two year hiatus. Returning to songwriting last year, the band are have now shared a brand new single. Exploring…

Tracks Of The Week, 04.11.16

Following the release of their spectacular self-titled EP earlier this year, Hawk are back with their powerful and captivating noir-folk sound. With a new EP set for release in Spring of next year, the band have now shared a brand…

Premiere: Sylva Faye – ‘Blythe’

London-based singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Sylva Faye has been gigging for the last five years, playing esteemed venues such as the O2 Islington, The Water Rats and Camden’s Proud. Now, she is back with her fourth EP, which sees her…

Introducing Interview: Moonlight Zoo

Following their previous single ‘Breaking Or Broken’, Scottish indie-pop band Moonlight Zoo are now back with their infectious new track, ‘Melting’. Having received acclaim from the likes of Radio X and Jim Gellatly, the band have played at the Isle…

Premiere: New Luna – ‘Noise’

Inspired by bands from Radiohead to the Smashing Pumpkins, Manchester trio New Luna are set to share a brand new single, ahead of the release of their debut EP, which is out next month. Filled with dreamy, twinkling melodies alongside…

WATCH: Baby Queens – ‘Tired Of Love’

Following their 2013 hit ‘Red Light’, Welsh group Baby Queens have been receiving acclaim from the likes of BBC Radio 1’s Huw Stephens and Fern Cotton, played T In The Park and The Great Escape, and are now back with…

Premiere: GANGS – ‘Dance With Your Own Bones’

Formed in the underbelly of Glasgow, four piece GANGS have fast been gaining support from the likes of Clash Magazine and Tenement TV for their distinct, raucous rock ‘n’ roll. Now, following the success of their last single ‘Thieves’, the band are…

WATCH: Fifi Rong – ‘Future Never Comes’

Following her acclaimed Forbidden Desire EP, London-based artist Fifi Rong is back with a haunting new single. Having garnered support from the likes of The Fader and BBC Radio 1, Rong has previously collaborated with the likes of Skepta, contributing to his…

LIVE: Field Music @ O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, 26.10.16

Having had the pleasure of seeing the eccentric excellence of the infamous Brewis brothers’ side project, Ian Black’s SLUG, on more than one occasion, I was particularly looking forward to finally witnessing their long-term main commitment for the first time….