SHLUG – Split the Grin
Cardiff’s SHLUG recently released their debut EP Split the Grin!
ALTERNATIVE MUSIC REVIEWS
Review: P.O.D – VERITAS
After seeing P.O.D live supporting Skindred, I was excited for new album VERITAS, but I was a little disappointed.
Review: Like Moths to Flames – The Cycles of Trying to Cope
Columbus, Ohio metalcore powerhouse Like Moths to Flames have returned to the scene with their sixth full length LP The Cycles of Trying to Cope. Considering how long the band have been around and the amount of content they’ve conjured up in their discography, I’m sure a lot of people wonder where the band can go from here. The answer always seems to be up. They’ve consistently gotten better with every release, The Cycles of Trying to Cope is no exception.
Alien Ant Farm – ~mAntras~
Alien Ant Farm are back with ~mantras~, their first new album in more than 10 years!
Review: With Sails Ahead – Infinite Void
With Sails Ahead are a progressive post-hardcore band from New Jersey and their debut full-length LP Infinite Void is finally here. They’ve been conjuring up quite the following by opening for acts such as Hail the Sun, Royal Coda and Eidola. Taking the genre and doing something pretty special with lead vocalist Sierra Binondo’s incredibly unique sound to really make them stand out amongst the rest.
Review: Gun – Hombres
Gun have released their ninth album Hombres and it is absolutely fantastic.
Review: My Favourite Nemesis – We Annihilate
Finnish metallers My Favourite Nemesis have released their latest EP, We Annihilate!
Review: Couch Slut – You Could Do It Tonight
Couch Slut released their latest album - You Could Do it Tonight - on April 19. See what Vicki thought of the record!
Review: Dayseeker – Replica
The long-awaited acoustic album from orange county’s own sadcore band Dayseeker has finally arrived. If you thought there wasn’t a way these songs get any more heartbreaking, well do I have news for you. Providing a completely new perspective on some fan favourites, Dayseeker accomplished what they’re best at and that’s putting listeners into their feelings accompanied beautiful soundscapes.
Review: Mothman, The Man – Where’s Your Head
Mothman, The Man released their second album Where’s Your Head? on April 19. Check out what Vicki thought of it!
Caity Baser, Bellah Mae @ The LCR, Norwich
Caity Baser brought her delightful Still Learning tour to The LCR in Norwich with support from Bellah Mae.
Review: Lightworker – How the Beautiful Decay
San Francisco Metalcore trio Lightworker tackle themes of pain and hope on relentless sophomore LP How the Beautiful Decay. Taking sonic attributes of early 2000’s metalcore with a modern twist, Lightworker have proven that they’re a band worth being in the discussion
Review: Dead Pony – IGNORE THIS
One of the most promising bands of 2024, Dead Pony, released their debut album Ignore This on April 5. See what Vicki thought of the album.
Review: VV live at the Royal Albert Hall, London
On a hot, sunny day in London, VV closed the door on his Neon Noir chapter at the stunning Royal Albert Hall.
Review: Blackgold- Back With Another One
Blackgold are back with their third EP, aptly titled Back With Another One! It’s a good nu metal EP that will definitely attract classic fans of the genre!