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Black Map – In Droves

Black Map’s new EP ‘In Droves’ is best described as eclectic and buzzy, ranging from fuzzy anger pop, to Muse-esque songs, there’s a lot going on in this album. Opening with ‘Run Rabbit Run,’ the album is given a solid pace, by this extremely strong track, buzzier than a beard of bees yet slick as […]

Empty Lungs still Don’t Get It!

As they head out on their UK tour, Northern Ireland’s indie punks Empty Lungs have released the video for new single Don’t Get It! The band say; “The song is basically a f**k you to a culture that warps young people into thinking that self-image and selfishness are the core values of our modern society,” say […]

Vagabon announce first UK shows!

Vagabon, the multi-instrumentalist project of Laetitia Tamko, released debut album Infinite Worlds at the end of last month to critical acclaim across the world! She has already been championed as an indie rock gamechanger. Check out the video for The Embers below; She’s set to hit the UK for the first time, check out the […]

Where Fires Are live in Leeds

Closing their UK tour (following their release of their 3rd EP) in their home city of Leeds, I was extremely impressed with this band I’d never heard of previously. Not only have they become a confident outfit who look at ease on stage, lead singer Robbie Gillespie has an awesome, formidable vocal range. James Clegg […]

Empty Lungs – ‘Don’t Get It’

Managing to capture the angst and protest spirit of punk rock and blend it with hooks and melody more akin to the indie rock and power pop of the 90’s, Empty Lungs have an energy and determination second to none. Then again, when you grow up in Belfast, Northern Ireland at the tail end of […]

Subterranean announce line up

Brand new indie and rock festival, Subterranean, has revealed details of it’s debut line up headed up by The Amorettes, Pins and Stone Broken. The one day indoor rock festival, set in the heart of Cambridge, is set to showcase the very best local talent alongside some national bands from the worlds of rock and indie. […]

Empty Lungs Don’t Get It!

We don’t know what ‘it’ is but Belfast indie-punks Empty Lungs just ‘Don’t Get It. The track is the title track of forthcoming debut EP, set for release via Hidden Pony Records on March 10, 2017. The band say of the single; “The song is basically a fuck you to a culture that warps young […]

Feeder – Another Day on Earth / Paperweight

Feeder have released two more brilliant singles following the latest album ‘All Bright Electric’ 0ut October last year, returning to the music scene after a four-year hiatus. Having been pretty much raised on Feeder’s music I was very excited when the new album was announced last year and the singles ‘Another Day on Earth’ and […]

Valentines Playlist

It’s very nearly Valentines day and whether you’re looking for some inspiration for that romantic playlist you want to give your lover or just enjoy a good rock love song – then look no further. Alt Corner have got you covered. Still Into You – Paramore Kiss Me – New Found Glory No One Does […]

Two Door Cinema Club @ Alexandra Palace

Two Door Cinema Club are a band I’ve wanted to see live for about 6 years, and at London’s Alexandra Palace, they didn’t disappoint. For fans of Tourist History, it was a dream.  The majority of the songs were fun throwbacks which got everyone moving. Songs from their later albums were well selected to ensure […]

Empty Lungs announce new EP, tour and record label!

Empty Lungs are going going to need full lungs for all the news they’ve announced! The Irish punk rock/indie/powerpop blended trio have announced that they have signed to Hidden Pony Records. This has made them the first European act to sign to the Canadian label! They have also announced that their debut EP on the […]

The Fratellis – 10 years of Costello Music – O2 Forum Kentish Town

It’s been (a little over) 10 years since the release of one of the most influential albums of the 2000’s: Costello Music by The Fratellis. This would be the first time they play the entirety of the album live. If you haven’t heard the album, go and listen to it while you read this. You […]

Bleeker release new version of Highway

Alt rockers Bleeker are back with a stripped back version of Highway from their brand new album Erase You. Listen here Having supported the likes of Dinosaur Pile Up, the band have been in good company, are a surely set to gain new fans with their new releases. Having already topped charts in Canada and […]

The Vistas – Last Train

Scotland has invented many things, battered Mars bars, Haggis and the likes, but the latest invention to come out of Scotland is the Indie-rock quintet, The Vistas. Rife with catchy hooks and pop-punk-esque guitars their new EP ‘Last Train’ is a sure fire hit with fans of bands such as The View, Lower Than Atlantis […]

Maximo Park – Risk To Exist

Alt-pop legends Maximo Park have already sold 1.5 million albums, had 4 UK top 10 singles and are set to add to that with the release of Risk To Exist. The album is set for release on April 21 but the title track is set to drop on February 24th and has already had 1.5k […]

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