Shaky Shack make me smile. Their wonderful DIY alt-pop tracks, recorded in a bedroom, are drenched in easy sounds that sit at home in every season. Having released “Selfish Fever” back in 2018, they’ve returned with a new single (at last). “In Honey” has just hit the airwaves and I can’t wait for you guys to hear it. Shaky Shack have been playing a few … Continue reading Shaky Shack: In Honey
Galway’s Slyrydes don’t mess around. For the last 6 years, they’ve been defining their sound, building momentum and slowly getting louder. They’ve recently released their latest single “Dangerous Animals” from their upcoming debut album Galway’s Slyrydes. Here’s what they had this to say about the song: “This song is more about why we feel the way we feel,” explained Eoin ‘Fuz’ Reilly. “The world is in bits. … Continue reading Slyrydes: Dangerous Animals
There are many joys to reviewing music. I get to listen to and share music I feel is worth sharing, I go to a heap of gigs, and from time to time I’m sent interesting new music from up-and-coming artists. NITEFISH are the latest act to send their sound my way, and I have to say, I wasn’t expecting this. “Moneyf*ck”, their new single, combines … Continue reading NITEFISH: Moneyf*ck
Odd Morris gave us “What Might Be” earlier this year. A gritty alt-rock gem, it added Odd Morris to the ever-growing list of Irish bands to watch out for. That was back in March. Today they release their second single, “Lilac Leaves”, and Reclessreviews has the inside scoop behind the song just for you. We managed to snag the band for a hot minute during the … Continue reading Odd Morris on new single “Lilac Leaves” and life lessons over pints
One of the greatest living songwriters, Josh Ritter is also one of my favourite artists. Somehow, foolishly, I’ve failed to include any of his lyrics in my amazingly popular ‘Lyrics I Love’ section. Well, that all changes today. Below are lyrics from “Harrisburg”, a track from his sophomore record Golden Age of Radio. And hey look! I’ve even included a music video! How convenient! Continue reading Josh Ritter: Harrisburg
Like a magician about to pull back the cloak or a bag of Haribo Star Mix, you just never know what you’re going to get with MUNKY. One of the more diverse (and fun) bands on the Irish music scene right now, MUNKY have been nothing but unpredictable in their short existence. And now they’re back with… “Megaton” dun dun dun! (insert high-pitched screams). Out … Continue reading MUNKY are back with a brand new banger!
Ireland’s favourite alt/noise/trip hop/shoegaze rockers Just Mustard are back with a new single titled “Seven”, also our Track of the Week. I’ve blabbered on time and time again about how much I love these guys so I’ll just let the music do the talking this time. Check out “Seven” below and give Just Mustard the attention they deserve by checking them out on Spotify. … Continue reading Just Mustard: Seven
