Indie rock and ska’s unmistakable Startz and Endz showcase the full breadth of their ability as an organic band, with the newly uploaded live stream of their festival show from Levitt at the Falls, South Dakota.
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Prior to the launch of his new anthemic self-titled EP, we caught up with New Jersey songwriter and musician Sleepwalker, to find out more about the music and his journey to this point. Here’s the conversation in full.
Introducing an explosive and unforgettable debut – indie rock four-piece MEGAWHAT get the chemistry just right, with the boldly self-reflective, anthemic and uplifting new single WAKE UP.
Unmistakable in both image and musicality, The Soapgirls have earned the respect of the scene thanks to their refreshing fusion of hard work, talent, and gratitude. Their efforts have seen them rise up from busking the streets of Cape Town, to performing on South African Idols, to embarking upon a huge US tour.
For me, tracks like this are few and far between – the vibe is that of an early 2000s alternative rock approach, but the songwriting and personality breathe new life into the delivery; resulting in an independent style that’s honest, provocative, and naturally an earworm.
Backed by another fireside set of visuals, juxtaposition is a crucial aspect of the artistry of Björn Donath. The music presents an ambient to heavy metal arrangement but at a surprisingly mellow, cinematic tempo, the scene feels arena-ready and boldly passionate, yet the setting is calm, collected, ready to relax. The whole thing utilises polar opposites to captivate its audience, and the result is a rather perfectly timed three-plus minutes of expressive and modestly evolving emotion.
Legendary multi-platinum rockers Candlebox launch their exclusive live tour edition of their album The Long Goodbye this summer, to coincide with their special guest appearance on Bush’s Loaded project, and it’s a fiercely intoxicating collection of absolute gems.
Byron’s Brigades bring through the classic electrified energy of Every 1’s a Winner in a quickly uplifting fashion, and even provide the perfect vocals and intonation to really make this feel like a thoughtful ode to the original.
Intertwining layers of hand drums and rhythms, electric guitars and keys, soulful vocals, Duende represents the power of the soul in guiding musical exploration and play. The single offers an intoxicating, organic listen, and presents the perfect opportunity for sponsors seeking out the ideal soundtrack to promote their product.
“I scoured the internet for curators, podcasters, and also set up advertisements on social media sites, and all that. The results of all this will have to wait, but I’m excited to see it!”
Instrumentally pristine soul rock, with an intriguing progression from disjointed riffs through a wholly immersive soundscape and song – a composition and performance seemingly inspired by the limitless adventure of life.
Chris establishes the artistic journey really well, the final section acting as a brief second verse; a momentary return to quiet poetry, before we explode back into the peak of the arrangement, for the mighty and resounding, familiar ache of ‘I’m reminded that you’re not here anymore – As I pull myself from off this floor’.