Chas Leman first hit the radar with the evocative and poignant yet anthemic single The Last Boys To Be Picked at Football. The artist introduced a great sense of melodic-riff building, energy, and topical nostalgia that was quick to appeal.
Now we get to hear the true versatility of that approach, this old-school Brit Pop and Rock aura that’s rooted in stories and a broad range of influences.
Originality and intrigue, conceptual depth and purpose, presented in a kind of hazy, nostalgic grunge softness initially, later evolving through heavy production and effects. viceservices accesses the depths of our shared existence, with the bold and evocative heretic.
An elusive Signs of Paradise keep things exclusively about the music – a refreshing quality, and one that shines beautifully throughout the humble and catchy indie-rock collection that is their self-titled album.
Light and breezy indie pop with an organic guitar and bass combination, guides us into the quirky vocal stylings and story of DAS.D’s Face in the Crowd.
Carefully uniting the heavy and the gentle, Checo Cadena leads with powerful distorted riffs and the live crash of drums, through harmonised, uplifting melodies, and lyrics of pure gratitude and hope.
Superstar is the poetic and effortlessly catchy new EP, and the title-track kicks off the collection as an absolute anthem of celebration and empowerment.
Guitarist and songwriter Jay Sprouse brings warm riffs and great lyrics back to the organic pop-rock scene, with the memorable tones and concept of Innocent Harmony.
Driven by a simple desire to inspire positivity and optimism in a world so often desperate to portray the worst, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jordan 7 writes and releases indie rock arrangements and tracks, which openly embrace living in the moment and appreciating the beauty and wonder of the world.
Distinctly British Indie Rock pours through with high energy and a fine fusion of the anthemic and quirky. Billy Brazier recaptures the pace and vulnerability of artists like Jamie T, with his raw and captivating album What It Is You Know.
Energetic indie vibes blend extensive melodic guitar lines with summertime lightness and a punk-rock pace – myqo join forces with Raphael Low, for the intensely catchy new anthem scream.
The UK’s own indie rock three-piece The Hinterland showcase the breadth of their ability as both songwriters and an arena-ready organic band; with a mighty ear for evocative arrangements. Their brand new single Biology offers a melodically charming and finely produced indie anthem, which feels well rooted amidst the influence of some of the UK’s most unique bands.
An album authentically contemplative, musically eclectic, nostalgic but beautifully original – something rare and wonderful these days. Dreaming Man has captured a collection of moments that engage and enthral, with the superb album Passing Through.
Stop the press for this one – Friday’s biggest track, an indie gem of a hit that’s as distinct as it is impassioned and beautifully satisfying. Vacation Bible School present a unique chemistry of traits, throughout their intoxicating indie rock anthem nvrgivup.
