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New York City artist Alwyn Morrison delivers raw emotion and soaring energy on “Everybody Bleeds”. From the start of the song, it sounds a bit jangly, a bit like The Smiths would sound if they were still making music, and as soon as his vocals came in, it took on a new form…. agenre-blending, emotionally charged indie anthem with real staying power.It sounds like the perfect blend of alternative rock with some ’80s glam rock moments and ’90s-sounding vocals. The way that Alwyn has been able to blend some sub-genres together to create a track this cohesive is stunning. The…
Rome, Italy-based Noir Addiction has recently unleashed their dark and hypnotic new single, “How She’s Got It”. It’s moody from the get-go, with striking guitars and deep yet haunting vocals, welcoming you into their sound…. adark, hypnotic rock cut with an addictive chorus and cinematic intensity.Way before the chorus comes in, you’ve got this gripping blend of pulsating electronics mixed with distorted guitars and a vocal delivery that’ll have you invested in the song from the first few seconds it enters your head.The chorus is actually very well written and is incredibly addictive, with this repeating “how she’s got it”…
Manchester, UK four-piece Gloria return in explosive form with “End of the Race (YEH)”. They burst onto the scene with their self-titled debut track back in 2019 and, since then, they’ve still been able to capture plenty of people’s ears with every single release that has gone by…. a high-octane, psychedelic-tinged indie rock blast that hooks hard and never lets go.The new cut has a wonderfully long intro that then kicks you in the face with a burst of guitars around the 30-second mark. It’s got some great depth to it, with some psychedelic textures and even drumming patterns that…
Today mmj, also known mj from Purity Ring has released ‘nobody knows’ – the beautiful debut single centered around mj’s distinctly crystalline voice, hypnotic, shuffling drums and theremin, available now via Captured Tracks. The release of “nobody knows” comes with a video directed by Jordan Hare, filmed in Death Valley, CA during the super bloom. mj shares: “‘nobody knows’ is close to the sun for me. It resonates a little differently every time I play it. The opening line is: ‘nobody knows a fallen star from wildfire ash raining down on the yard.’ It presents the ways we know so…
Photo credit: Robert John Today, Motörhead announce the 20th anniversary edition of classic album ‘Kiss of Death‘. The record will release on the 3rd of July including an expanded double LP and 2CD. Motörhead fans will be pleased to know that they will be treated to a previously unreleased broadcast concert from Lowlands Festival 2007. Originally released in 2006, ‘Kiss of Death’ is a ferocious reminder of Motörhead’s uncompromising, no-frills spirit—and a timely nod to the legendary status they’ve earned as one of the greatest hard rock bands of all time. Driven by Lemmy’s unmistakable growl, backed by Phil Campbell’s…
My Chemical Romance do tend to make a celebration out of their albums’ anniversaries – after all, they are currently playing 2006’s The Black Parade in full on tour in the year of its 20th anniversary. Get your limited-edition My Chemical Romance Kerrang! zine now As a further example, they nodded to the 21st anniversary of 2004’s Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge last year with a remixed and remastered version of the record. Whatever’s afoot now, they’re making sure Danger Days doesn’t get left out. Catch My Chemical Romance on tour in the UK this summer with Echo and the…
Daniel Tashian is a legend in Nashville. He’s a deeply respected songwriter, he’s a solo artist with six albums to his name, he’s been in two superb bands, and he’s the go-to guy when you want a great producer and songwriter. He’s a two-time Grammy-winning artist and producer. He earned two 2025 Grammy nominations for Best Country Album for co-producing Kasey Musgraves’ Deeper Well and for Best Americana Album for producing Sarah Jarosz’s album Polaroid Lover. He also took home Album of the Year at the 61st Grammys for co-producing Musgraves’ Golden Hour. He’s worked with Burt Bacharach, and he’s…
Photo by Paul HudsonThose sufficiently long in the tooth may remember Margaret Thatcher’s purported praise of senior Conservative Party politician William Whitelaw: “Every prime minister needs a Willie”. For americana enthusiasts, their Willy could well be a Vlautin, songwriter for The Delines. Americana UK writer Andy Davidson suggested in his Top 10 Americana Songs of All Time feature that ‘Willy Vlautin should be in the White House’. Whether or not there’ll be a ‘Vote Vlautin’ badge signifying a run for candidacy in 2028, the bard of Portland has already cemented a place on my personal Mount Rushmore of Americana. Representing…
When Brian Eno was first introduced to Canadian pedal steel player and budding producer Daniel Lanois in the late 1970s, neither man can have anticipated the lasting impact of their collaborations. Their 1983 album Apollo: Atmospheres And Soundtracks is now regarded as the foundation stone of the entire Ambient Americana genre, while their production work on U2’s The Unforgettable Fire and The Joshua Tree defined the sound of big, questing ’80s and ’90s rock. Lanois went on to apply his inventive, expansive techniques to albums by Peter Gabriel, Robbie Robertson, Bob Dylan, Emmylou Harris, Sinéad O’Connor, Neil Young, Willie Nelson,…
Photo by Carlos Cruz courtesy of KEXP Today, MONO unveil shimmering 7-minute epic ‘Gerbera‘, taken from their upcoming album ‘Snowdrop’ releasing on June 12th. Japanese post-rock legends MONO recently announced details on their new album ’Snowdrop’ set for release on 12th June viaTemporary Residence. This is the band’s first album made with Brad Wood (Touché Amore, The Smashing Pumpkins), following the passing of longtime collaborator and friend, Steve Albini. For ‘Snowdrop,’ the band wishes to express their eternal gratitude to those precious people who have walked alongside them on their journey of life, by incorporating the messages imbued in flowers…
Though still young enough to have as much future stretching ahead as past behind him, Kevin Morby has already clocked up nine albums that track his migrations – first from his native state of Texas to Kansas, then to NYC, LA and back to Kansas (City) – while fine-tuning his countrified folk-rock. Both Harlem River and City Music stand as odes to New York, while Sundowner documented his Midwest homecoming, and 2022’s This Is A Photograph was inspired by Memphis and largely written during a stay there in its historic Peabody hotel. On Morby’s 10th, specific places (and events connected…
Pluralone return with a touching new single today, highlighting Klinghoffer’s songwriting ability. They have shared their new single ‘Ranting and Raving,’ the latest preview of their upcoming LP ‘A Drop In The Ocean,’ due out June 12th via Org Music. “It’s always good to examine your reactions,” songwriter Josh Klinghoffer explains. “At one time, I’m sure I could’ve been accused of ranting and raving from time to time. I might not do that as much anymore, but the impulse is still there. I hope to always keep an eye on why. This is a reminder.” “Ranting and Raving”followslead single “Peer…