As a twenty-eight year old, I can unequivocally say I still act like a toddler. From dancing with the dogs, Cauli and Basil, to singing about cheese on toast, that inner childishness wreaks havoc throughout most of the day. Maybe it’s due to the fact I had a terrible upbringing, and living in an abusive […]
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Premiere: MY-HI – Digital Depression
Rent your tuxedos and long, sparkly dresses and book a limo, it’s premiere time! Don’t actually do those things. We are still socially distancing. Today’s spotlight shines brightly on MY-HI, an alt-rock band who are releasing a new single tomorrow called Digital Depression. The title alone conjures up thoughts of the effects of the internet […]
Premiere: Carmen Mellino – U’re So Pretty
Combining the best parts of ’90s grunge with a modern twist, U’re So Pretty by Carmen Mellino is a beautiful track to dance along to on a rainy day like today. The French-born rocker is just eighteen years old, and yet her music sounds like the work of someone who’s been working at their craft for several […]
Review: PoliteBuro – MiddleChild
The newest addition to the post-punk scene is a Brighton-based act called PoliteBuro. The band have meshed together a dark wave of alt-rock with an electronic sound to create their debut single, MiddleChild. From the intro, MiddleChild has an unnerving feel to it, with the skittering of heavy drums fused together with a bass that stomps through […]
Premiere: The Tainted – Mercury
As a child, I had the ambition of becoming an astronaut. Imagine the thrill and excitement of floating through space, conducting experiments, launching satellites, and maintaining the spacecraft and equipment. Such a huge goal wasn’t above and beyond an infant’s imagination. Today, I sit here and picture the destruction that would’ve occurred if I was […]
Premiere: Kavanagh – Neon Baby
Storytime! I’ve been awake since 3 am. No, I’m not a postal worker, refuse collector or a shift manager. I write for Independent Music News in a shed surrounded by broken plant pots and gnomes. Anyhow, back to the story. This morning, a strange event occurred; one that will impact the rest of the world. […]
You Need To Hear This: Gene Pool – Space Inside
Fancy embarking on a journey to another universe? I think most of us would be happy with a guilt-free trip anywhere at the moment. It’s a shame I don’t need to test my eyesight. For my fellow sight confidants/not idiots, I offer you Gene Pool’s latest album, Space Inside. Pack your imaginary bags, folks! Here’s a […]
You Need To Hear This: Wild Cat Strike – Mustard Coloured Years
Following up their 2018 debut full-length release Rhubarb Nostalgia, Wild Cat Strike have now unveiled their latest worth in the form of EP Mustard Coloured Years. Building on their album’s blend of alt-rock and folk influences, the Brighton quartet highlight their continued mastery of their sound, with a continued evolution in their songwriting. Gently easing listeners into […]
Premiere: Koala Club – City Lights
Another day at Independent Music News, another brilliant premiere we get to share with you. This time it’s Koala Club’s brand new single, City Lights. Having gained a lot of attention from their previous single, No Surprise, the Brighton quartet now have over a thousand monthly listeners on Spotify and are growing in popularity. It’s easy to […]
Premiere: Koala Club – No Surprise
So, I lied. In the previous article, I declared that we only had two premieres scheduled for today. Nope, we have three. It’s not a bad thing, to be honest, because the third and final one is a real belter. Titled No Suprise, you won’t be shocked to hear that Brighton-based Koala Club have created another […]