‘AM’ marked a return to form for Arctic Monkeys. After the release of ‘Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not’ and ‘Favourite Worst Nightmare’, I felt their music took a bit of a dip. They tried some new stuff which didn’t work out, even their records cover art was slated at one point.Continue reading “AM-Arctic Monkeys”
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Gimme Som More!
Jay Som is an artist I’ve only just picked up on because I’ve seen that she will be supporting The National this summer when they play in Dublin. Other acts playing include Lisa Hannigan, John Grant and Preoccupations, so it’s sure to be a hell of a day! ‘Everybody Works’, Som’s second album, is onContinue reading “Gimme Som More!”
Who, what, whenyoung?
whenyoung are an Irish band I’ve recently discovered on Spotify. Yes yes I know, Spotify. It works, who knew? Anyway, they’ve only four tracks up there for us to hear but for the most part, this indie/punk trio are pretty good. They also have a cover of ‘Fairytale Of New York’ up there that featuresContinue reading “Who, what, whenyoung?”
MGMT-Me and Michael
I’m loving the new MGMT record ‘Little Dark Age’ which is full of pop hits. I’ve chosen ‘Me and Michael’ as this weeks’ TOTW because of its 80’s synth sound and super catchy lyrics. Give it a listen!
Superorganism-Superorganism
Superorangism are something of a super modern, multinational, internet loving indie-pop wonder. Their 8 members range in age from 17 to 32 and come from England, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and South Korea. Orono Noguchi, the groups lead singer, originally interacted with the rest of the group over Skype and added vocals to songs thatContinue reading “Superorganism-Superorganism”
The Gloaming-National Concert Hall 6.3.18
This was a gig I couldn’t wait to see. I got the tickets the day they came out and I was lucky to be one of the first because it sold out in under 2 hours. The wait was long but it was so worth it. I’ve a few shows lined up this year butContinue reading “The Gloaming-National Concert Hall 6.3.18”
IDLES-Brutalism
So I’ve been listening to IDLES and ‘Brutalism’ for quite a while now and I’ve been dying to bring you a review because these guys are by far the most exciting band in Britain right now. This LP expands on the work and persona they had built for themselves with 2015’s EP ‘Meat‘. With ‘Brutalism‘,Continue reading “IDLES-Brutalism”
King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard – The Olympia Theatre 23.02.18
It was a few months ago that a friend recommended King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard to me. I’d never heard of them and going by the name I figured they would be pretty out there. They are. However, it’s fantastic to hear their blend of hard/progressive/psychedelic rock in 2018 and they do it soContinue reading “King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard – The Olympia Theatre 23.02.18”
The Psychedelic Furs – Wedding Song
I’m delving back into the early ages of post-punk and I’m just discovering The Psychedelic Furs. I love this whole record and this song is one I’ve had on repeat. Check it out.
Ciaran Moran – Mother
Since I last spoke of Ciaran Moran he’s enjoyed a memorable few months. His star has risen, from radio interviews and airplay of his first single ‘Almost Anyone‘, to supporting Irish legends Aslan in Vicar St where he also debuted his latest track, ‘Mother’. For this one, he’s drawn inspiration from Damien Rice and DamienContinue reading “Ciaran Moran – Mother”
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