Scornful but satisfying, tuneful and unexpectedly joyful – Buck Dharma’s Eyes juxtaposes the darkness of its theme with the outright energy and uplift of this pure rock performance and pace.
Indie Rock
Indie rock energy brings emotive melodies, distortion, changes in pace and an overall anthemic power, as Okami releases the echoing realm and riff-led addictive presence of Trying.
Normal Suits are refreshing – not focused on quirks or volume or simple personality, rather showcasing an affinity for the complexities of human emotion and artistic storytelling. That approach is rare in modern music, and should be celebrated when stumbled upon.
Born out of live shows in the streets and subways of Munich, The Train Rockers bring a clear edge of experience and passion back to contemporary pop-rock.
Time Machine is the kind of project that really lifts you out of your lull. Get thus collection in your headphones and start walking – just set the pace and go, keep going. See where the music takes you.
“We have cute nicknames for each other. We all love peppermint tea!”
Humility and heart bring a refreshing twist of joy and wonder to modern rock. Play It Cool is a rising gem this season.
The infamous events of November ’63 still reappear throughout literature, film and conversation, and the way Mutton Xops has framed the whole discussion adds a little more nuance to proceedings.
Aruba’s activemirror. light up the indie rock space with atmospheric and conceptual intention, for the immersive and dreamy new single I Wouldn’t Be Caught Dead Around Here.
Arena rock meets electronic nostalgia, as rising trio My My Sugar release the evocative and passionate new single Robot.
Effectively bridging the gap between unplugged trip hop, live rock and the likes of the xx, How Do You Do It Without Making It Nauseatingly Extravagant quietly speaks out on the implications of its title.
Classic indie rock and heartfelt integrity light up this openly reflective new album The Synthetic Orchid, from the UK’s own Liam Merrigan.