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.

Premiere: Anna Tosh – ‘Weightless’

Having played in a variety of different bands, London artist Anna Tosh has now decided to make the move to go solo. Explaining her decision, Tosh explains: “My intention for my solo project was simply to write some songs for…

Introducing Interview: Tom Hale

Having previously fronted indie-rockers ROOD, Barnsley-based songwriter Tom Hale has now decided to go solo and is set to release his new EP this week. Telling the story of a man who falls in love in his dreams, title track ‘In The…

Video Premiere: All Flags Are Grey – ‘Bare Bones’

London-based duo Andrea Chamberlain and Leon Brown – aka All Flags Are Grey – create innovative performance art, using visuals to enhance the message they aim to create through their music. addressing issues such as the sexualisation and objectification of women in their…

LISTEN: Girl Ray – ‘Don’t Go Back At Ten’

London trio, and Gigslutz favourites, Girl Ray have previously charmed us with singles ‘Preacher’ and ‘Stupid Things’, and are now back to treat our ears with a sparkling new offering prior to the release of their debut album next month….

Interview: Dearly Beloved

Having just been over in the UK to play a few dates with Bash & Pop (with Tommy Stinson from The Replacements), Canadian grunge-punk band Dearly Beloved recorded their last album at Dave Grohl’s 606 Studios – home to the…

EP: Bad Mannequins – ‘Deny Til U Die Part 1’

Following the success of single ‘No Easy Way Out’, which was featured on US TV show Limitless, Glasgow duo Bad Mannequins have now written a trilogy of EPs, which they will release throughout the year. The first of these, Deny…

Video Premiere: Strange Cages – ‘The Cracks’

Having previously supported the likes of King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard and Night Beats, and received acclaim from Clash and NME, Brighton’s Strange Cages are fast making their mark as ones to watch. Now, following the release of their…

Foo Fighters Announce O2 Tenth Anniversary Show

Following their triumphant headline set at Glastonbury on Saturday night, Foo Fighters are set to play a special event celebrating The O2’s 10th Birthday on 19 September. Head to the band’s social channels for all info. And watch the video announcement here:…