Armed with what could well be his most established and impressive, heartlet yet pristine album yet – John Consalvo kindly stopped by to talk all things Voyage On Soulmate Seas.
The 2025 album is a stunning project, conceptually rooted in a clear sense of story and intention, and loaded with musical ability and moving peaks both acoustic and of a full-band weight and warmth.
Athens rock outfit DANNY&ELLI storm onto the scene with a fierce debut. Noting thick distortion and striking hard-rock riffs, Cheap Motels counters the classic weight of its set-up with a smooth female vocal lead, and flips the script once again for a string of lyrics both carefree and X-rated, as the track confidently rolls along.
Fully immersive synth rock and conceptual depth unite beautifully, across a repertoire of superb songwriting and a fearlessly unique, impassioned style. Emily Kinski’s Dead are a fantastic indie band of our time, and their music is connecting far and wide.
Never confined to a single style or expectation, EONIAN write from the heart, and make music that moves and entertains in equal parts. That transparency is what gifts their music something so authentic.
If you’ve ever loved the knees-up appeal and unrivalled embrace of rock and roll and southern rock captured perfectly in the studio setting, We’re all gonna get it is exactly what you should be listening to right now.
Atmospheric rock with mildly warped layers of psychedelic expression. Stories that seem simple but hold a wealth of complex feelings and reflections – an easy going sway of a vibe regardless. Wilson Arms capture the sound of something timeless, with their creative album Heroes and Hangmen.
Classic indie rock, a contemporary instrumental lightness but with short lines and two-vocals combined for that snappy, anthemic rise. messier bring unrivalled energy and pace to the scene, with the dreamy hook and up-tempo guitar-work and drums of Baskervilles.
Supremely unique alternative metal, a Gospel-like opening choir vocal and contrasting distortion promising a quickly catchy metal groove and set-up – Hope Seed capture a clear sense of personality and original flair, with the depth and intention of Non Believer.
An ambient soft rock realm – distinct but gentle guitar riffs and clear sense of rising anticipation. Lana Crow carves out a nostalgic indie arena of sound and expression, with the depth and intention of Your Mini Me.
Noting a sultry backdrop of wave-like bass and soulful Americana guitar fragments, Nick Knotty, Backwoods Spaceship, and Katrina Hayward join forces, for the launch of the former’s latest single, the intoxicating In My Dreams.
Introducing a conceptual rock project written over several decades, with a fine display of powerful songwriting at the forefront – elevated by an intricate fusion of organic and electronic sound design.
Capturing the rock passion and style of the past but with a compelling original twist is no easy feat. Enter US rock outfit RYDER, simply pairing the strength of their songwriting, with the depth and appeal of their leading vocalist, across a rather faultless rock soundscape that naturally compliments both.
