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Gunning For Tamar EP reviewed by Artrocker Magazine!
We've just picked up a fantastic Gunning For Tamar review, and couldn't wait to share it with everybody.
The lovely people at Artrocker Magazine have gotten their hands on a copy of Deaf Cow Motel, the upcoming EP from the Oxford based four piece, and have awarded it an impressive 4 out of 5 stars. They even compared the band to former indie favourites Symposium, which has prompted the ABoF team to dust off our old CD collection to relive the glorious 90s. Check out the full review below, and in this month's edition of Artrocker Magazine.
If you can't see the video below, check it out on Gunning For Tamar's YouTube page.
Deaf Cow Motel will be released via Walnut Tree Records and will be available to buy on CD and Download 30th May 2011.
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A Genuine Freakshow tour dates featured on The Digital Fix
More news from the A Genuine Freakshow camp ahead of what's sure to be an explosive gig in Cardiff tonight.
The Digital Fix are spreading the word about the Reading based 7-piece and their current UK tour, including their once in a lifetime show opening for Melissa Auf Der Maur at Bush Hall, London on the 28th of May.
Full tour dates listed below:
11th - Buffalo Bar - Cardiff
14th - The Well - Leeds
23rd - The Croft - Bristol
26th - The Grove - Wimbledon
28th - Bush Hall (with Melissa Auf Der Maur) - London
June
10th - Proud - Camden, London
To get a taste of their live show, A Genuine Freakshow are giving away their Live 2009 EP absolutely free.
All you have to do is visit their Official Website and register your details.
If you can't see the video for Hopscotch Machine Gun Madness below, you can view it directly via YouTube.
Hopscotch Machine Gun Madness is released via Peartree Records. It is available via iTunes for £1.29 and buying it hear will also get you the bonus live track, "Luckmore Drive". Alternatively, you can also grab the single at Amazon for £1.38, 7Digital for £1.59 or Play.com for £1.99.
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What Would Jesus Drive’s debut album reviewed by Entertainment Focus
What Would Jesus Drive have made some more waves with their debut album, Black And Blue
The people at Entertainment Focus have written a great review of the album, highlighting their favourite tracks and getting themselves in the mood for the band's next live show. Head over there and check it out.
If you can't see the video for album track Fragile Mansions below, check it out on What Would Jesus Drive's YouTube page.
Black And Blue is available to download digitally from What Would Jesus Drive's Bandcamp page.
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Stylusboy releases video for “Whole Picture”.
Stylusboy has released the video for the song "Whole Picture" - the title track of his forthcoming EP, which is out on 6th June 2011 via Lazy Acre Records. The track and the video are a lovely reflection of the EP's breezy sound and Stylusboy's upbeat, quirky personality.
If you can't see the YouTube video below, you can view it directly on Stylusboy's YouTube channel.
"Whole Picture" is also available as a free download. If you can't see the Soundcloud waveform for EP title track Whole Picture below, listen to it on the ABoF SoundCloud page.
Stylusboy - Whole Picture by abadgeoffriendship
Stylusboy is the acoustic creation of Steve Jones, a Coventry bred guitarist and vocalist. He cut his teeth playing guitar and bass for a number of bands, and gigging extensively before finally stripping down his sound, and venturing into the wilderness to produce his own personal blend of lo-fi alternative folk.
This culminated in the 2009 release of his self produced debut EP - Fingerprint; it was met with universal praise, and even saw Steve record a session for BBC Introducing. His second EP, Blue Whale Session, was recorded at Birmingham's Blue Whale studios and released in March 2010 as a free download.
This year marks the return of Stylusboy with the 6-track EP, Whole Picture. It showcases Steve's laid back vocals and guitar style beautifully, with stripped down production and expertly crafted lyrics that speak to the soul.
The backing vocals provided by Steve's close friend Rachel Grisedale add an extra dimension to the songs, turning gorgeous melodies into a rich and sumptous harmony that bring to mind the first rush of love, or the warm summer air of the countryside bathed in sunlight. There's also a dark beauty contained within Steve's songwriting, with closing track "Dave's Song" capturing the sensation of loss and grief felt when faced with the death of a friend.
It's an impressive contrast, and a testament to his skill as a lyricist.
Having already gained a strong following with his intimate live performances, that have seen him play alongside Newton Faulkener and The King Blues as well as enchanting the crowds from the mainstage of the Godiva Festival, this year is destined to see Stylusboy make his mark on the UK folk scene.
Whole Picture will be released via Lazy Acre Records and will be available to buy on limited edition CD and Download 6th June 2011.
Tracklisting:
1. Whole Picture
2. Beyond The Flags
3. Left To Hide
4. Something Worth Keeping
5. Gunfight At The OK Corral
6. Dave's Song
Penguins Kill Polars featured on The Digital Fix
Penguins Kill Polar Bears have picked up another preview, announcing their upcoming UK tour and brand new single set for release on 23rd May.
The Digital Fix have posted the full details of the boys' tour, along with the fantastic video for their upcoming single, Sapling. You can also listen to, and download, the acoustic version of Sapling, so get yourself over there.
Check out the full listing for their May UK tour below:
23rd - Boiler Room - Guildford
24th - Dublin Castle- London
26th - Milo - Leeds
27th - Tunnels - Aberdeen
28th - Cabaret Voltaire - Edinburgh
29th - Captain's Rest - Glasgow
Their new single Sapling will be released via Mountain Halo on 23rd May 2011.
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