NEW MUSIC: SYBS new double A-Side single “Bad Old Days”/ “Paid Gofyn Pam”

SYBS are described as a “Cardiff-based indie slacker band” and they have just dropped a rather good ‘double A-side’ single. The first song, “Bad Old Days”, is post-punk in the vein of Pavement or Parquet Courts. The band say it’s the oldest song on their forthcoming debut album. The other track is a re-recording of […]

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NEWS: Art Brut announce retrospective box set and UK Tour

Indie punk band, Art Brut, have today announced retrospective CD and vinyl box sets spanning their early discography, demo takes, alternative mixes and live recordings. “And Yes, This Is My Singing Voice! New Cross and Beyond” also features their first two albums (essentials for any 00’s indie fan), unreleased material and a 24 page zine. […]

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LISTEN: Amber Mark’s soulful new single, “Comin’ Around Again”

US singer/songwriter, Amber Mark, is back and she has just released this soulful piano ballad, “Comin’ Around Again”, which demands your attention. This is the first new material we have heard from Amber since she released her debut LP, “Three Dimensions Deep” in 2022. This gorgeous R&B track is an incredibly strong return and we’re […]

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NEWS: The Gaslight Anthem, The Chats and Don Broco to headline 2000 Trees

Festivals do not come much better than 2000 Trees. Every year, the friendliest crowd of genuine music-lovers descends onto Upcote Farm in Cheltenham to discover their favourite new band as well as seeing their all-time favourites. The full line-up for 2024 has been announced and it’s absolutely stacked. The Gaslight Anthem, The Chats and Don […]

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NEWS: Mitski completes eclectic All Points East festival headliners

The always impressive All Points East Festival returns to its home in London’s Victoria Park across two weekends in August. In recent years, it’s picked up a reputation for interesting headliners combined with expertly curated undercards and 2024 is shaping up to be no exception. They have just announced Mitski as their final headliner for […]

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