More great modern rock music to reignite your belief in the indie scene. Will Sims delivers a well-written and rather timeless rock set-up and melody, with a lyrical story that’s just original enough to intrigue and recapture a sense of originality artistry.
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TASKS has balanced the appeal of the mainstream with the humanity and realism of the underground with Bring On The Flood. Impressive songwriting, a pleasure to listen to at volume.
After a string of heavy metal releases, 3mind Blight returns to his acoustic alternative roots, with the piano-led and evocative Be The One.
From dreamy beginnings, reverb-soaked guitar creates a sense of rising brightness amidst an atmospheric wash of synths. A spoken word voice is distant but poignant in its reference to violence breeding violence, and the mood is uplifting in line with this – just as the central groove of the track falls into place.
Soft rock to shoegaze stylings with a surfer-esque sense of joyful possibility – these are the bright and beautiful qualities that light up the otherwise contemplative but calming lyrical sentiments of Longplayer’s latest single I Saw You Turning Around.
Perfectly intertwining the dreamy and the clean-cut, myqo delivers an indie rock anthem with a delicate warmth, for the beautifully crafted We can’t be strangers after this.
This sense of being immersed in the inescapable ache of separation is universally relatable, and as the track gathers passionate momentum, that shared experience effortlessly transcends language barriers.
A personal favourite rock act from the UK scene this year – great songs, great sounds, great energy. If you get the chance to catch a live show – don’t miss out.
Colourful by both design and lyric – Robert Sawyer celebrates the joy of admiration, with the metaphorical layers and nostalgic stylings of Sunshine & Rainbows.
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.
Inspiring ideas and motivational threads of self-belief appear to provide the beating heart of much of the Boston Aires collection. The band deliver a refreshingly modest and moving set of songs, and you’d be hard-pressed to find one that doesn’t connect or provide a pleasant listening experience.
New music from the unmistakable Big Bus Dream brings a clean and clear production, with those expressive and distinct vocals upfront and centre. It’s an emotive and uplifting ballad of sorts, with a twist of joyful pop-rock and playful production, and it marks a welcomed return to the songwriting finesse of the band.