“We’re a band for the people. We know life has its ups and downs, and we’re not going to pretend that it doesn’t have those highs and lows.”
Rock
The unique sound of Winchester 7 & the Runners emerges this season with that unmistakable ukulele pop-rock presence and some of their best songwriting yet.
“I’m rather accomplished in martial arts. I’d guess you wouldn’t expect it, but I’m a black sash (belt) instructor of a style of Wing Chun kung fu, actually. I teach it to my daughter to help her be capable of defending herself.”
South Wales creatives The Vanities release the superb track London, from their latest album 2001, as a stand-alone single – and to vast critical acclaim…
An explosive rock anthem of unavoidably infectious presence, Finger on the Trigger is a mighty debut that’s as gritty and bold as it is rhythmically and melodically memorable.
Introducing a stunning ode to the 20th anniversary of George Harrison’s passing, Ferris Durden take on another timeless classic, rebuilding While My Guitar Gently Weeps in a beautifully moving way.
Brilliant blues-rock with crisp vocals, seductive melodies and the absolute juxtaposed impact of distortion and rhythm alongside – Little Lazy bridge the gap in an instant with the superb and stylish new release Rich Man.
Featuring distorted guitars and the raw crash of live drums, the track has the makings of an arena rock hit, but has been produced to a crisp and contemporary degree for clarity of sound and that essential ability to crank up the volume.
Pristinely high resolution visuals accompany this indie rock anthem from the UK’s own Zen Juddhism, resulting in a contemporary release that’s heartfelt and notably relevant to the times.
Indie at its most open and unedited, Here To Stay showcases Mupsters in their element – fearlessly expressive, musically united, and secure in their own sound and style.
Cardiff’s own electro-rock extraordinaires The Vanities storm through with a full-length album of absolute anthems this season.
Brilliant rhythms, a familiar yet likeable riff that builds momentum for a story that naturally appeals for its imagery; alongside the natural rasp and expressive tone of Hoy’s vocal.