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The video for Ex Libras single “Teenage Eyes” featured on Barrygruff
The haunting new single from Ex Libras is accompanied by a music video that will truly take your breath away. It's currently being featured over on Barrygruff, so if you haven't yet seen it, make sure you get yourself over there.
Beau Fowler from KIFilms, produced and directed this visually stunning piece of film and we really do recommend you clear a hole in your schedule to really immerse yourself in the track.
If you can't see the stream below, check out the single over on our Soundcloud.
Ex Libras - Teenage Eyes by abadgeoffriendship
Ex Libras' single Teenage Eyes will be released via Wirebird Records on 28th February.
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Penguins Kill Polar Bears new EP “Vessels & Veins” featured all over the online press.
Released only yesterday, Vessels & Veins, the new EP from Penguins Kill Polar Bears,, is already making waves online.
Our first piece of press comes from the people over at Curious Joe, who have posted a fantastic review of the lads' second EP.
Next up is a review posted by 17 Seconds. Check out what they thought of the new release, and scroll down for an exhaustive list of Penguins... UK tour dates.
Top it all off with a mention on The List's "Single Of The Fortnight" feature, and you've got yourself an impressive trio of stories for a band who are set to make 2011 their own.
If you can't see the stream below for "Lungs", one of the tracks from Vessels & Veins, check it out over on our Soundcloud.
Penguins Kill Polar Bears - Lungs by abadgeoffriendship
Vessels & Veins, the new EP from Penguins Kill Polar Bears is available to download for £3.16 via iTunes and there's a limited edition CD available for £5.00 by mail order or from the following Independent Record Stores:
- Avalanche, Edinburgh
- Love Music, Glasgow
- One Up, Aberdeen
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Free MP3: Esperi - “My Tear Dissolved The View”
After the winter masterpiece that was Made For Life, velvet voiced multi-instrumentalist Esperi (aka Chris Lee-Marr) has returned with a track that's set to make your soul ache. The aptly named My Tear Dissolved The View was inspired by the idea that there are some places that hold such beauty they can move you to tears. Written over ten years ago, Chris has created a moving instrumental piece that truly captures his initial inspiration.
The track bears comparison to some of Richard D James' (a.k.a Aphex Twin) lo-fi ventures, as Chris has managed to create a soundscape that truly strikes an emotional resonance with the listener. There are no real vocals, as such, just odd phrases where Chris has dropped his voice into the mix to give the tune a more harmonious body. The rest of the track is composed of keyboards, percussion and some found objects, which have been run through a guitar pedal, further showcasing Chris' talent for DIY recording techniques.
As if the track itself wasn't effective enough, Esperi has also complemented the release with a stripped down video, shot by his wife Cat Lee-Marr and with added animation provided by Graeme Hawkins and Sean Mcilroy. With shots of Chris walking his two dogs on a deserted beach in Northern Ireland amidst ethereal cartoon plants and totems, it's impossible not to be affected by the gorgeous music and scenery washing over you, speaking to a place locked deep inside.
With an album due for release in mid-2011, this track provides the perfect introduction to the world seen through Esperi's eyes.
My Tear Dissolved The View by Esperi
You can download Esperi's My Tear Dissolved The View from Soundcloud or, alternatively, you can also download this track via Esperi's Bandcamp page.
If you can't view the wonderful video for the free MP3 release below, check it out on Esperi's YouTube page.
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Vigo Thieves Review in AAAMusic!
The release of the Vigo Thieves single, Love Is Dead, is just under a week away and more kind words about the record have poured in, this time from the online music site AAAMusic!
"The singer’s voice is warm and powerful, it’s really good to give a touch of darkness to this kind of cheerful- indie. I love when music stops to leave the singer alone with a veil of synths that sound like the wind.
Can’t wait to hear more." - AAAMusic
You can read the review in full HERE.
The record is out to buy on February 28th via Little Big Shot Records and the band will be hosting a launch party at the Captains Rest on 9th March.
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Penguins Kill Polar Bears release Vessels & Veins
Vessels & Veins, the second EP from Scottish four-piece Penguins Kill Polar Bears has been released today via Mountain Halo Records.
The EP is a sweeping masterpiece, showcasing a band that are as comfortable with experimentation as they are tried and true rock formulae. Each track explodes into action, with walls of reverb-laden guitars layered over the top of throbbing percussion, and offset by Ben's raw vocals. It's no surprise that The Smashing Pumpkins are listed as one of their major influences.
Penguins Kill Polar Bears - Lungs by abadgeoffriendship
The lads are currently in the middle of a UK Tour, so if you haven't had a chance to see their amazing live show, check out their official website for details.
Vessels & Veins, the new EP from Penguins Kill Polar Bears is available to download for £3.16 via iTunes and there's a limited edition CD available for £5.00 by mail order or from the following Independent Record Stores:
- Avalanche, Edinburgh
- Love Music, Glasgow
- One Up, Aberdeen
If you'd like more information about this, our PR services or anything else, please email info@abadgeoffriendship.com