Defining by sizzling energy, impassioned yearning, literary lyricism and a melodic streak that echoes The Cure, ‘The Universe Replied…’ is evidence that Montello are on the cusp of achieving a bigger buzz. For fans of: The Cure, The Lathums, Overpass…
Possessing a rare gift for expressing everyday tales with extraordinary hooks, ‘Miss Behavin’’ shows that The Lilacs’ future is brighter than one of drummer Dave’s shirts. For fans of: Courteneers, The K’s, The Lathums Words: Ben Hopkins Live: Feb /…
The Leeds lads return on a high with a track that’s raw, rambunctious, and above all fun. We definitely care a lot about that killer breakdown, guaranteed to make it a live favourite. For fans of: Catfish and the Bottlemen,…
Foarn inspire devotion with ‘Hideaway’. With beautifully cascading guitars and bittersweet romanticism, it’s your go-to tune for when a new relationship hangs in the balance. For fans of: Kings of Leon, DMA’s, Wunderhorse Words: Ben Hopkins
Nostalgic indie-pop vibes done to perfection by the Sheffield newcomers. Love them before they leave? Love ‘em now before everyone else does. For fans of: The Reytons, The Sherlocks, The Rosadocs Words: Ben Hopkins LIVE: August 7 – Sheffield /…
Red Light Factory make a statement-of-intent with ‘Avalon’. Imagine a double-shot of the suave sleaze of Arctic Monkeys circa ‘AM’, garnished with electro beats and desert noir vibes. For fans of: Arctic Monkeys, Queens of the Stone Age, Echo &…
You want big tunes? The Bracknall have them in spades. Holler-along hooks, heartfelt emotions and heavyweight guitars define their latest belter. For fans of: The Verve, Doves, The War on Drugs, Oasis Words: Ben Hopkins LIVE: June 27 – St…
Essex risers Black Lounge recall the best of 2000s indie with peppy melody and mega catchiness. A surefire soundtrack selection if a third Inbetweeners film happens. For fans of: The Libertines, The Fratellis, The Wombats Words: Ben Hopkins
‘Madness’ is a big, brash, bold, brilliant banger built for raucous shows and festival fields – The Crooks have never sounded better. For fans of: Oasis, Stone Roses, Noel Gallagher, The Verve, DMA’s Words: Ben Hopkins LIVE: September 18 –…
Reclaiming a cringe pick-up line as a vivacious anthem of empowerment, Berenice stakes her claim to become the next queen of charismatic electro-pop. For fans of: Meek, Olivia Rodrigo, Avril Lavigne, Miley Cyrus. Words: Ben Hopkins