Everything Tom Brown turns his hand to hits just that little bit different, a fact proven by the sample heavy Americana shuffle of this year’s Lone Striker debut. Switching back to his Teenage Tom Petties hat, new single Hotmail launches forthcoming album Rally The Tropes in explosive style. Bursting out of the traps on aContinue reading “Teenage Tom Petties – Hotmail”
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Oort Clod – Cult Value
Originally conceived by Manchester based songwriter Patrick Glen as a fluid project with shifting members, Oort Clod’s five-strong line up was solidified across pandemic-era practice sessions, culminating in a 2021 EP split with fellow MCR based group Priceless Bodies. Released via Safe Suburban Home (UK) and Repeating Cloud (US), the band’s debut album Cult ValueContinue reading “Oort Clod – Cult Value”
Dragged Up – High On Ripple
This blog’s giddy love affair with Glasgow collective Dragged Up continues unabated with the release of their second album High On Ripple, released in collaboration with Cruel Nature Records and Rare Vitamin. Following a path that began with the lo-fi art-punk of 2020’s debut D/U, High On Ripple sees the band build on the momentumContinue reading “Dragged Up – High On Ripple”
Dancer – 10 Songs I Hate About You
Artfully merging the urgency of post-punk with the playfulness of pop, Glasgow fourpiece Dancer’s full length debut 10 Songs I Hate About You is an assured, assertive triumph. Building on the success of last year’s self-titled EP and its follow up As Well, Dancer’s first long player stays true to their no frills, live toContinue reading “Dancer – 10 Songs I Hate About You”
Dragged Up – Missing Person
Building off of the success of 2020s lo-fi garage-psych mini-album D/U and last years darkly captivating follow up Hex Domestic EP, Glasgow five-piece Dragged Up return in devastating form with new single Missing Person, released via Northwich based indie label Rare Vitamin Records. Built around the kind of groove the band have previously only hintedContinue reading “Dragged Up – Missing Person”
Dancer – Passionate Sunday
Glasgow four-piece Dancer spent last year gradually building momentum via their rapturously recieved live shows and two introductory EPs for local label GoldMold Records. For their debut album 10 Songs I Hate About You, the band have linked up with esteemed Madrid based label Meritorio Records, and by leaning fully into their pop sensibilities, leadContinue reading “Dancer – Passionate Sunday”
Orchard – ‘Til You Fall Down
North Yorkshire based garage-indie duo Orchard, comprising Rosie and Joel formerly of London bands including Baaneex, Magic Mist, Giant Burger, Night Pain and Melge, arrive on Cruel Nature Records with debut album ‘Til You Fall Down. Recorded without amplifiers utilising as few takes as possible, this collection has drawn comparisons with the hallowed C86 scene,Continue reading “Orchard – ‘Til You Fall Down”
Ship Full Of Bombs ep.7
My latest radio show is now available for streaming/download via Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Mixcloud, Google Podcasts, Deezer and other leading podcast apps. Alternatively, you can visit http://www.sfob.co.uk and scroll down to the widget at the bottom of the page. Playlist: Monday 4th December 1) The Reds, Pinks & Purples – We Won’t Come Home At Christmas Time Continue reading “Ship Full Of Bombs ep.7”
Ship Full Of Bombs ep.6
My latest radio show is now available for streaming/download via Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Deezer and other leading podcast apps. Alternatively, you can visit http://www.sfob.co.uk and scroll down to the widget at the bottom of the page. Playlist: Monday 6th November 1) The Umbrellas – Three Cheers! https://theumbrellasca.bandcamp.com/album/fairweather-friend 2) En Attendant Ana – BlackContinue reading “Ship Full Of Bombs ep.6”
Life In The Jangle Is Hard…
Here are some new sounds that have been moving me, maybe they will move you too… The Small Intestines – Hide In Time (Meritorio Records/Lost and Lonesome, out now) Tight three-piece harmonies and warm hearted jangle are at the forefront on this Melbourne based groups delightful debut album, featuring members of Chook Race (Trouble InContinue reading “Life In The Jangle Is Hard…”
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