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Pretty bold move on MIA’s part, releasing this cloudy beat-ridden track against her offering on Madonna’s new saccharine-sweet ‘Give Me All Your Luvin’’ but then that speaks volumes about her character anyway, doesn’t it? ‘Bad Girls’ is a somewhat disappointing return to the music scene for MIA. Yes, it’s gutsy and has a grea...
Read More >>This was my first gig at Concorde 2. I was amazed by the venue, its position and the atmosphere. It was the perfect place for the band performing, M83 (and their support act: Porcelain Raft. A great little discovery and one to listen out for!)
Porcelain Raft, another lone act, captivated the audience with his relaxing dreamy pop, which has been likened to Ariel Pink, using loops and echoing ...
Read More >>The new year is always an interesting time for music as everyone looks ahead to the bands they think will cause a big splash over the forthcoming twelve months, and Dry The River are a band that feature on a number of people's lists. Given the strength of this single, Weights & Measures, it's not difficult to see why they've been causing a buzz. The vocal harmonies that open the track eas...
Read More >>So I'm going to say this straight away: if you aren't a fan of, or even watch, the X Factor, you may think that this review is rather obsolete to you. But the experience of Revenge on a Friday stretches far beyond the fleeting appearance of whatever singing contest cast-off is 'performing' that night. For me, this just so happened to be Craig Colton - you know, that guy who seems to only sing ...
Read More >>I wish, I really wish i could say that robots in disguise and the ultimate UV party was everything i hoped it would be and was a totally satisfying and successful night. Unfortunately that isn't the case and it totally failed to do what itt said on the tin, but the blame for this I place solely on the venue: Coalition. Firstly despite tickets printed as 'doors at 7' the doors actually opened at qua...
Read More >>OMG is taken from the final album from The Streets, Computers and Blues, and on the strength of this offering, it may perhaps be best that another album isn't forthcoming.
The song tackles the idea of a jilted lover finding their ex is now in a relationship through the medium of Facebook, and they are unhappy that, although they had once been close, she has not only moved on, but has elected to re...
Read More >>Miles Kane's debut solo album has already produced two brilliant singles in the electric Inhaler and the cool Come Closer, and pleasingly Rearrange is no exception.
The song contains a welcome mix of light and shade, with a minimal breakdown giving the emminently singable chorus and subsequent distorted guitar riff which punctuates the song all the more epic. Lyrically, the song talks about the ef...
Read More >>Well aren't I a lucky girl? Delegate pass in hand, and finally off to The Great Escape 2011 - Brighton's very special festival, showcasing the best in new music over three days.
Day One started with some last minute interview organising, phone calls to managements and agencys, all in the hope for a meeting with a band.
After seeing Frank Turner in conversation with BBC 6 Music's Matt Everitt...
The sun was shining as people headed towards The Donut on Brighton Beach to see James Vincent McMorrow's street gig. The beach was the perfect backdrop for the Irish singer, his vocals were beautiful despite being slightly lost in the wind.
Another interview, this time with Brighton band Jumping Ships which turned out to be a lovely chit chat with 4 really down to earth guys in the Pavilio...
Saturday began with three hours sleep and a 9 hour shift at work.
However, I was allowed an extended lunch break to go and see the Guillemots at vintage shop Beyond Retro.
I can't really describe how incredible this was, Fyfe's voice sounded beautiful in the surroundings and was the perfect soundtrack to the shop's vintage facade.
Unfortunately I only had time for two songs - Vermillion which...