Reviews
‘Bad Routine’- The Gilhooys, A Celtic-charged indie anthem
Glasgow’s The Gilhoolys deliver a striking new single with ‘Bad Routine’, a song that effortlessly balances raw energy with melodic sophistication. Led by the commanding presence of frontman Dev, the band channels a lineage of indie rock greats, while crafting something entirely their own. Recorded at Main St Records under the watchful eye of producer Andy […]
‘Road To Nowhere’- Ben Konarov, sharing a heartfelt highway anthem
Brisbane songwriter Ben Konarov returns with ‘Road To Nowhere’, a single that perfectly captures the feeling of life’s uncertain detours. Co-created with composer-producer Gary Cubberley and vocalist George Alexander, the track blends reflective lyricism with a melodic pop-rock sensibility, laced with subtle country inflections. It’s the kind of song that evokes long drives down open roads, […]
‘Dream Odyssey’- Carpe Diem, transporting us through sound and sentiment
Carpe Diem’s debut album ‘Dream Odyssey’ is a mesmerising journey through sound and sentiment, a ten-year labour of love that unveils the band’s deeply considered vision. Ada S. and Keith Y. craft a musical world where dream-pop, folk, and pop-rock coalesce seamlessly, with ethereal vocals and intricate arrangements that feel at once expansive and intimate. From the […]
‘Nothing At All’- Hanne Leland, a tender ode to everyday love
Norwegian artist Hanne Leland returns with ‘Nothing At All’, a quietly radiant pop ballad that finds magic in simplicity. Departing from the upbeat energy of her summer single ‘Love I’m Looking For’, this track feels like an intimate glance into the moments that make a relationship feel effortlessly profound; morning coffees, living room dances, and the small […]
‘Bread & Circuses’- Powers Of The Monk, a surreal dive into society’s shadows
Michigan’s Powers of the Monk, the duo of David S. Monk and CasSondra “Pontiac” Powers, return with ‘Bread & Circuses’, a mesmerising collision of art-rock experimentation and allegorical storytelling. From the first shimmering acoustic chords, the track lures us into a liminal space which is hypnotic, slightly unsettling, and teeming with symbolic weight. Guest drummer John […]
‘Next Stop Brixton’- Tom Minor, turning London streets into an indie-rock odyssey
Tom Minor’s latest single ‘Next Stop Brixton’ is a kinetic, story-driven anthem that captures the thrill of reclaiming lost ground and the bittersweet weight of memory. From the opening chords, the song propels us through London’s urban labyrinth, weaving together the exuberance of youthful mischief with the sobering reflections of adulthood. It’s a track that […]
‘Free’- Nrvs, reimagining heartbreak as cathartic alt-pop dystopia
After years of underground evolution, Nrvs return with ‘Free’, a track that simultaneously wears its heartbreak on its sleeve and smashes it against a sci-fi-tinged alternative landscape. From its roots in grimy London basements to its polished incarnation on this release, the song captures the restless energy of a band unafraid to confront both personal and […]
‘Second Mansions’- Le Concorde, ascending with synth, soul, and cinematic splendour
Fourteen years after fading from the spotlight, Stephen Becker’s Le Concorde returns with ‘Second Mansions’, a meticulously crafted journey into the lush, luminous world of 80s-inspired art-pop. From the first shimmering synth arpeggios, it’s clear that Becker hasn’t lost his touch as every texture, orchestral flourish, and vocal nuance is placed with care, resulting in a […]
‘Far-Off Summer’s Night’- Mahuna, casting a dreamy spell with new single
Mahuna’s ‘Far-Off Summer’s Night’ is a quiet marvel, a song that feels suspended between memory and reverie. From the opening notes, the track envelops you in a hazy warmth, delivering a tender nocturne that carries both grief and beauty with equal weight. Written as an homage to the artist’s late father, the song navigates loss and longing […]
