Featuring two members of New Order and two from art rockers Devo, Shadowparty's eponymous debut album is bristling with hi-energy synth pop. Featuring vocals from Denise Johnson (Primal Scream, New Order, A Certain Ratio) and guitar from Nick McCabe (The Verve) it has received rave reviews across the board.
Read MoreWe took a listen to the debut self titled offering from SHADOWPARTY, see what we thought....
Formed of various members of New Order, Devo and The Verve, ShadowParty's heritage is nothing if not inspirational. Musically, this self-titled debut leans towards the former's Siren's Call era, its side-project Bad Lieutenant and the most recent Music Complete, particularly on the opening "Celebrate" and the Euro-boogie of "Reverse The Curse" which also uncannily resembles "Shellshock" once the chorus kicks in.
Read MoreExeter's MUSICIANS AGAINST HOMELESSNESS was a roaring success, read our live review....
After what seemed like weeks (or in the case of the organiser Sadie Horler, months) of preparation, the day had come, today was the day when 25 musicians, bands and artists would come together for the Musicians Against Homelessness event hosted at The Phoenix in Exeter.
Read on to see how the evening unfolded….
Read MoreEDDI READER illuminated Exeter Phoenix with a stunning show, read our live review....
I’ve been a fan of Eddi Reader’s since I was sixteen years old, which - I realised as I walked into the Phoenix on the night of the 26th of August - meant that I’ve been listening to (and playing) her music for over thirty years now. Her long and impressive career, that has included three BRIT awards, an Ivor Novello and a double platinum album with ‘Fairground Attraction’, is the envy of many a female artist, particularly as - at the age of 59 - she still shows no sign of slowing down creatively.
Read the full review below….
Read MoreSouth coast dream pop 4 piece WILD FRONT release stunning new track 'Make You Feel', listen here....
“Dream-pop purveyors” - NME
“Totally mesmerising” – BBC Introducing
Wild Front are set to override your stereos with their best single yet. Make You Feel was released on Wednesday 5 September and is co-written by Alfie Jackson of The Holloways, produced by mastermind Fred Cox (Rag N’ Bone Man, Kasabian, Paloma Faith) and released by AWAL. The track shows Wild Front in a whole new light.
Read MoreRising star MAHALIA announces new track 'I Wish I Missed My Ex', watch the video right here....
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Sunday Times - “Star in the making”
MTV UK - “Mahalia is clearly a name to remember as her journey is only just beginning”
NME – “Rising British R&B artist Mahalia has all the makings of a star.”
Evening Standard – “Destined to be a star”
Read MoreSouth West alt rock trio DEAD GROUND have surpassed all expectations with their latest track "We All Feel The Same"....
West country alt rock trio DEAD GROUND return with a stunning new track that explores the true nature of individuality: stress, self-consciousness and loneliness with the realisation that everyone lives a life just as vivid and complex as the next.
“We All Feel The Same” is set for release on October 12th.
Read MoreRADIOHEAD'S THOM YORKE has composed 25 tracks for the reimagining of cult 70's horror film SUSPIRIA - Check out the new track 'Suspirium' right here....
We chatted to Berlin based ILIRA about her new track "Whisper My Name", read the full interview here....
New artist ILIRA is pleased to unleash her debut single "Whisper My Name" via Sony Music. This is a sassy first offering from the Kosovo-Albanian artist who now resides in Berlin. With production that practically fizzes with attitude, plus a fun, colourful video to accompany it- Whisper My Name cements ILIRA as a fresh new pop prospect. We caught up with ILIRA to chat about her musical upbringing, her influences and future plans....
Read MoreWe chatted to a Brighton based punk trio called COCKWOMBLE, read the full interview here....
I received an email from a lady called Vicky who I couldn't help thinking I knew...... It wasn't until she mentioned a band called THE RAMONAS until it all clicked into place (she plays in the band). She told me of a new band called COCKWOMBLE that she was in and that they had just launched a new EP 'Henchmen', we took a listen and fell in love with it straight away and decided it would be a great time to have a chat and learn a little more about this upbeat trio of talent from Brighton, here's how we got on.
Read MoreMUSE release their 8th studio album SIMULATION THEORY on November 9th....
Muse have announced that their new studio album, Simulation Theory, will be released on November 9th through Warner Music. The eleven-track record was produced by the band, along with producers Rich Costey, Mike Elizondo, Shellback and Timbaland. Each of the album’s songs will be accompanied by a video.
Read MoreWe took a listen to JOY AS AN ACT OF RESISTANCE by IDLES, read our review....
In just 18 months, punchy Bristolian sloganeers IDLES have ferreted their way through current consciousness with a never-ending stream of jaw-dropping, ear-bleeding shows in small venues without so much as a by-your-leave or a back catalogue to speak of. It's like the internet doesn't exist for bands like this, hard-slogging outfits with a message and a melody and a bit of gumption, the likes of which we haven't seen since Drenge, Fucked Up, Sleaford Mods or UK Subs. Years of pitching up to venues right across the UK and acknowledging their fans' existence is finally bearing fruit, as this second album ably demonstrates.
Read MoreHARD ROCK CAFE LONDON to host 'FREDDIE FOR A DAY' celebration, honouring rock legend, FREDDIE MERCURY
Proceeds from the sale of moustaches inspired by the iconic rocker and the 2018 “Freddie for a Day” pin to benefit The Mercury Phoenix Trust
Read MoreCOURTEENERS announce major UK tour this winter - Tickets on sale from 9am 31st August
Tickets are on sale at 9am on Friday 31st August from gigsandtours.com and ticketmaster.com.
Read MoreWe caught up with Portland based 4 piece THE PRIDS for a quick chat....
The Prids are a 4 piece Post-rocky-noisey-pop band hailing from Portland, Oregon, Henry Rollins said this about them "The Prids are not only a really good band but they are also very nice people", so who were we to argue, we caught up with Mistina La Fave and David Frederickson for a quick chat about their favourite producers, a dream band lineup and their favourite movies, here's how we got on....
Read MorePUSSY RIOT descended upon The Phoenix in Exeter with 'RIOT DAYS' - Read our live review....
On February 21st 2012, as a protest against Putin’s re-election, five women entered Moscow’s Cathedral of Christ the Saviour and, pulling on coloured balaclavas, bounded around the church’s altar, punching the air and imitating prayer. Using the melody of ‘Ave Maria’ they performed their punk prayer, urging the Virgin Mary to help get rid of Putin… These women were members of Pussy Riot and their actions on this day and the consequences of those actions, would put them smack bang into the annuls of history.
Read MoreLiverpudlian jangle-pop oddballs Her’s release debut album "Invitation To Her's"....
"Fusing Scritti Pollitti's twinkling, slinky grooves with the luminous lugubriousness of Orange Juice to create something that's feels distinctly theirs" - ★★★★ Q
"Her's have absolutely blown the game wide open with this truly original slice of genius" - ★★★★ Dork
“Kind of like what would happen if The Strokes went to the beach for the summer” - FADER
“Luminous guitar lines, tremulous dissonant vocals and an arsenal of gorgeous indie pop melodies” - Guardian
"Whisper My Name" is the fabulous new track from Kosovon-Albanian artist ILIRA, listen to it here....
New artist ILIRA is pleased to unleash her debut single Whisper My Name today Friday 24th August 2018 via Sony Music. This is a sassy first offering from the Kosovo-Albanian artist who now resides in Berlin. With production that practically fizzes with attitude- Whisper My Name cements ILIRA as a fresh new pop prospect.
Read MoreThe lineup for LOOE MUSIC FESTIVAL is looking good, check out our video feature....
LOOE MUSIC FESTIVAL takes place over the weekend of 21st - 23rd September and features some incredible acts. We wanted to showcase some of the acts on the bill and have compiled a video feature to get you in the mood for what is shaping up to be a wonderful weekend of live music, let's hope the sun will have it's hat on!
Read MoreDINOSAUR PILE-UP ANNOUNCE BIGGEST UK HEADLINE TOUR TO DATE IN NOVEMBER....
Set for the Main Stage at Reading & Leeds Festivals this weekend, Dinosaur Pile-Up have just announced their biggest UK headline tour to date. Following their recent SOLD OUT UK headline tour, the run of seven dates kicks off on 23rd November culminating with a show at London’s Electric Ballroom on 1st December. Tickets go on sale Tuesday 28th August at 10am.
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