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Intricate and wistful, The Magic Lantern returns with a captivating new single…
"... I’ve no doubt that, having heard Lydia, this new album
will live up to expectations..."
- Folk Radio UK
"... truly triumphant..."
- Mahogany
A defiantly solo song, The Magic Lantern - the musical moniker of Jamie Doe - chose to record Lydia live in one take. Reminiscent of the personal, oblique narrative songs of Elliot Smith and hushed intimacy of Sufjan Stevens, Lydia demonstrates Jamie’s undeniable conviction.
The magic of words...
• Lydia premiered exclusively on Folk Radio UK.
• The Magic Lantern has received praise from numerous publications including The Guardian, Acoustic Magazine, Mahogany and M Magazine.
• He has also been supported by BBC 6Music ’s Lauren Laverne, Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 3’s Late Junction and BBC Radio 2’s Jamie Cullum, Mark Radcliffe and Bob Harris among others.
Forget all your troubles with Hvmmingbyrd’s latest slice of ethereal electronica…
"... it's positively dreamy..."
- Earmilk
Irish duo Hvmmingbyrd's new single Papillon is an ethereal soundscape from the offset. It glitches with subtle electronica and is anchored by vivid imagery and emotive lyricism. Celestial harmonies float effortlessly above the captivating musicality to create something akin to that of Zero 7 and Maggie Rogers.
What a hvmmdinger...
• Papillon premiered exclusively on Earmilk.
• Hvmmingbyrd's music has already been featured on Made In Chelsea and in H&M stores worldwide, as well as previously supporting the likes of Jagwar Ma and Ryan Vail.
• They have also received praise from the likes of Nialler9 It’s All Indie and Gigslutz for their previous single Gozo.
• Catch Hvmmingbyrd live in Ireland and Canada over the next few months - full list of tour dates.
Inspired by Ireland’s Repeal The Eighth movement, BARQ ooze soaring power on their AA-side single!
"...a powerful essence, layered with energetic sonics..."
- Nialler9
Inspired by the courage and resilience of the Repeal The Eighth movement, Sassy Mouth is propelled by the soaring power of BARQ's frontwoman Jess Kav’s vocals, as it builds to a funk-fuelled climax of intent. Earthquakes, on the other hand, is a thoughtful reflection on the breakdown of relationships. With a soulful groove akin to the likes of Hiatus Kiayote, it's an empowering and impassioned anthem.
Erupting into your ears...
• Sassy Mouth / Earthquakes premiered on Irish site Nialler9.
• BARQ have previously been included in The Irish Times' '50 People To Watch In 2017' and lead singer Jess has been featured on the front cover of Hot Press.
• BARQ are celebrating the release of this AA-side with a special launch show at Whelan's in Dublin on Saturday, 24th March 2018. Tickets here.
The 286 offer old fashioned charm on ‘Time Immemorial’...
"... a musically rich and utterly charming love song..."
- Folk Radio UK
A stripped back acoustic ballad, Time Immemorial is a truly heartfelt creation from The 286. Filled with sweeping strings and soaring impassioned vocals, it oozes a rich orchestral splendour.
Now's the time...
• Time Immemorial premiered on Folk Radio UK.
• The 286 cite The Beatles as their main inspiration, and have followed in their footsteps by playing at Liverpool's infamous Cavern Club.
• Continuing the '60s theme, the band have also supported The Zombies at The Jazz Cafe.
• The 286 pride themselves on their energy-filled live shows. Catch them live across London over the next couple of months. Details here.
• Time Immemorial is out now.
Danish alt rockers Alcabean offer scuzz-filled euphoria with latest EP Head Down!
"... a taut, energised piece of noise rock bluster..."
- Clash"... 90s indie, pop and urgent rocky riffery." - Team Rock
"... absolutely exhilarating..." - The Revue
Having already picked up a wealth of support through the release of 2016's Real Time Fiction , Alcabean have now unleashed their fuzz-filled, feedback-laden sound on the UK public once again with the release of new EP Head Down.
Keep your head up....
• Alcabean's latest single Running premiered on Overblown.
• This has followed support from the likes of Team Rock, Upset Magazine and Clash Magazine for previous singles Bloody Pose and Still Remember .
• Addressing a range of topics, Head Down may be nostalgic in its ‘90s-reminiscent sound, but remains entirely current in its outpouring of angst-driven force.
• Head Down is out now via We Are Suburban.