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Raging Speedhorn announce one-off anniversary gig

Raging Speedhorn have revealed they will be performing a one-off reunion show with their original line-up at the Electric Ballroom in London on October 6! The show will see Darren Smith, John Loughlin, Gareth Smith, Frank Regan, Gordon Morrison and Tony Loughlin taking to the stage together! Drummer Gordon says; “Really happy to announce that we […]

Sorority Noise announce hiatus

Sorority Noise have revealed they will be going on a hiatus through the band’s Facebook page! Have a read of the statement below; “hello all, this may come as unexpected news but after our upcoming UK/US tours, Sorority Noise will be going on hiatus. I consider each person in this band and crew to be a […]

Meet Lazybones: the guitarless punks!

When you think of anything punk or rock related, one of the first things that comes to mind is guitars. However, Lazybones are here to show you that you don’t need guitars to create some bloody good rock! The band’s set up sees vocalist/organist Candi Underwood, bassist Joe Tighe and Sam Barnes on drums create an […]

WARD XVI take on our A-Z challenge!

We asked WARD XVI to tell us more about themselves using our A-Z challenge! A song that made you want to make music? Lex: Planet Hell – Nightwish, still my favourite band to this day, but I was super obsessed when I first heard them during high school. Von Stottenstein: The Final Countdown by Europe was the […]

Oh The Joy say Gravves

North Walean alternative trio Gravves have revealed their new EP Oh, The Joy will be released through Loner Noise Records on April 27! Vocalist Adam Hughes says; “We’re super excited for people to finally hear the new songs we’ve been working on. The EP took us a bit longer than it should of to finish, but we couldn’t be […]

Zand reveals Boys Like U!

Zand has revealed new single Boys Like U! Speaking of the track, Zander Sweeney, the genius behind the act, says; “‘Boys Like U’ is a sarcasm-laced anthem for anyone who’s ever felt the wrath of a pitiful, self-entitled man.” Check out Boys Like U below; Zand is a big advocate of addressing issues and fighting against transphobia, known […]

Selfish Things take on our A-Z challenge!

Following the release of ‘Vertical Love‘, we asked Selfish Things to tell us more about themselves using our A-Z challenge! A SONG WHICH MADE YOU WANT TO MAKE MUSIC: Jesus Christ – Brand New. BEST RIDER YOU HAVE EVER HAD: Jokingly requested lobster tails and shucked oysters – got them somehow??? CRAZIEST MOMENT YOU’VE EXPERIENCED IN THE BAND: […]

Æves release Wild Hearts music video

Æves released their new EP Desire on 26th February and have now dropped a brand new video! The video, for the track Wild Hearts, is a psychedelic, kaleidoscopic experience and was directed by Arielle Kruger. Discussing the track, vocalist Molly O’Malley said this: “Wild Hearts was such a fun track to record. It’s a song […]

Funeral Shakes Releases Self-Titled Debut Album

Funeral Shakes have released their self titled debut album that contains 12 epic tracks adding some positive energy to the negative feelings that occur throughout life. With a unique twist on what one may endure, it may begin to feel like home to most listeners. Letting others know that they are indeed not the only […]

Dark Stares take on our A-Z challenge!

Ahead of the release of ‘Darker Days Are Here to Stay‘, we asked Dark Stares to tell us more about themselves using our A-Z challenge! A song that made you want to make music? ‘Boys In The Band’ – The Libertines Best rider you’ve ever had? Bottled waters. Craziest thing you’ve experienced in the band? Brian May […]

Naked Giants announce debut album Sluff

Born from the musical hotbed of Seattle, Naked Giants formed in 2014 and have now announced debut album Sluff, which will be released on March 30th. The first single from the release, TV, is available now and displays many different aspects of rock music within its short run time. Speaking about the song and it’s […]

Pillow Queens release their Favourite music video!

Pillow Queens have revealed the music video for their new single Favourite! The track comes form their forthcoming EP State Of The State (March 16, Specialist Subject Records). The fun dog show themed video is described by the band; “The concept of the video was borne from the artistic insights of the wonderful Bob Gallagher combined with our […]

Jule Vera are not in Bad Company!

Alternative poppers Jule Vera have revealed their new single Bad Company! Frontman Ansley Newman says; “We wanted to do something fun for the ‘Bad Company’ music video instead of a serious take on a complicated relationship. So throughout the song we had the kids represent ‘bad company’ and show all the fun, sometimes mischievous, things kids do when […]

Halfnoise reveals Flowerss EP!

Halfnoise has revealed details of brand new EP Flowerss, set for release on May 4 through Congrats! The Zac Farro fronted project originally began as a solo piece, before blossoming into a critically acclaimed full band. Check out the 70s tinged lead single Flowerss below;

St Fenton The Tainted announce new album!

British redneck sludgers St Fenton The Tainted have revealed details of their new album! Jaw Of The Tyrant Hills is set for release on April 6 though Hibernacula Records! Frontman Fenton T says; “If God wants men to have faith, why does he not make us more disposed to believe? I mean, it’s really quite inconsiderate. Does the […]

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