Hey Elbow are an experimental pop trio who have fused together their experience in jazz and musical education to create a sound that pushes the boundaries of dream pop and ambient noise. The release of their latest single Nurture/Aptitude, from their forthcoming album We Three, set to be released on September 18th on Adrian Recordings, is a […]
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Dream Pop
Review: Born Idiot – I’d Rather Lie
We’ve all been there. You’re scrolling down Instagram. You see food, adverts, pets, artwork, and before long, you witness that post. The ex-partner with someone new. Someone better. Someone who just isn’t you. You move to unfollow their account but can’t bring yourself to do it. You still feel attached to the person. You have […]
Premiere: Everything Is Illuminated – I Was Made For Loving You
Somewhere in the north-west of England, beneath the darkness of a rainy town steeped in industrial woe, a band have formed. Their first release is a fantastic cover of a classic tune. What’s that I hear you say? It must be a cover of The Smiths! Or maybe Joy Division! No, not quite. It’s a […]
Premiere: ISLE – Indigo Sky
ISLE are a dream pop duo on a journey. Through their music, they create a soundscape within which the listener can spend their days. I would happily sacrifice a few weeks living in the world of their latest release, Indigo Sky. From the moment it begins, it’s the sort of song that flows through your body, […]
Review: Lucy Gaffney – Can’t Escape
The most topical song title of 2020 goes to singer-songwriter Lucy Gaffney with her debut single, Can’t Escape. Not because of the coronavirus (or COVID-19) pandemic. No, I’ve lost my keys and can’t leave the house to collect essential items or purchase food. I’m surviving off my first hoard of baked beans and tomato soup. I […]
Premiere: June Pageant – Feather Star
At Independent Music News, we love it when one of our favourite bands puts out more music for us to dig into. Earlier in the year, Daniel Thomas premiered a beautifully touching single called Balcony by alt-pop trio June Pageant. Hearing that song was a great feeling, and Daniel summed up his opinions on the music in a way […]
Song Of The Day: Crush – All My Plants Are Dead
All my plants are dead. I’m not joking, they are. I had Nigel, the cactus; he lasted a few months. Sandra, the sunflower; she died about a week ago. Then there was my best friend, Pete; he was a bit of moss who sadly passed away after I stood on him – poor lad. Yes, […]
Premiere: Day & Dream – A Study In The Pixels Of Your Face
Day & Dream are a dream-pop, indie-pop, shoegaze band based in only the best US state. North Carolina, home of the Carolina Panthers. Can I get a “keep pounding!” Christian McCaffrey? I love you. Now, back to the real deal. Let’s break this new song down like David Tepper broke down the roster this year, […]
Premiere: Pondarosa – Bright Lights
Pondarosa stepped onto the scene with their debut single in March 2019, so they are five relatively new “kids” on the block. Warning: The random nostalgic references don’t end here. The band describe themselves as “indie, rock ‘n’ roll” and pride themselves on their “timeless sound which meshes Britpop, indie rock, shoegaze and dream-pop”. Their […]