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Get lost in Vive La Rose’s beautifully escapist imagery…


"...captivating...". - The National


"...a twinkling paean to the quiet joys of escapist daydreams." - M Magazine


For Fans Of... Nick Drake, Ray LaMontague, Eels


To celebrate the release of the wonderfully idealist Rio Grande, Vive La Rose has now shared an equally wonderful video for the single, which premiered on PRS' M Magazine.



More ways to avoid reality...


Rio Grande originally premiered on Scottish newspaper The National.
• Catch Vive La Rose live at Edinburgh's Assembly Roxy on 17th March 2018 - Tickets
• The single is taken from Vive La Rose’s forthcoming album For She Who Hangs The Moon, out later this year, which was co-produced with Oliver Betts (The Duke Spirit).
• Vive La Rose, aka David Luximon-Herbert, has previously received praise from the likes of Billboard Magazine, Daily Record and BBC Radio Scotland’s Roddy Hart.

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Posted Thu, 15 Feb 2018 in Vive La Rose

Intergalactic archeologists Moviestar are saving the world one fuzz-fuelled song at a time!


"Supreme art-pop that is unafraid to deviate from the norm...." - Clash


"Nothing's off-limits..." - Team Rock


For Fans Of... Television, LCD Soundsystem, The Cramps


Moviestar are like no other band on earth. Having formed in the future on planet Fenris, Infinity Vik, The Octopus Goddess and The Anaconda create their own unique version of art punk pop, filled with sonic twists and eccentric electronica throughout.



Their mission continued...


• The dynamic trio were chosen to go on a dangerous mission through space and time to retrieve “the stone” and save the world.
• Infinity Vik plays a disfigured guitar with only four strings, The Octopus Goddess plays an alluring 32 stringed instrument as well as a synth bass triggered by her toes and The Anaconda uses a child’s drum kit to create astounding, rhythmic soundscapes.
• Moviestar have received support from the likes of Clash, Team Rock and Atwood Magazine for their previous singles Stupid People and Chosen Ones.

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Posted Wed, 14 Feb 2018 in Moviestar

Blair Jollands serves up a helping of disco-funk excellence on ‘7 Blood’!


"... a sparkling display of soulful and meaningful funk." - Fame Magazine


For Fans Of... Mark Ronson, Gnarls Barkley


7 Blood is the first single, and title track, to be taken from the forthcoming album by Blair Jollands. Offering a funk fused musicality combined exquisitely with the soulful vocals of Blair himself, 7 Blood is a timeless disco classic.



You better funkin' believe it...


• The audio for 7 Blood premiered on Celeb Mix with the video premiering on Fame Magazine.
• Inspired by his travels around the world, and recent battle with Lyme Disease, 7 Blood takes its name from a killing herb that Jollands collected from an Andalusian mountainside, in order to combat the superbug.
• Blair previously collaborated with Boy George and The Strokes producer Gordon Raphael to release two critically acclaimed albums.
• Blair has produced several soundtracks collecting Emmy nominations and accolades, including Pride, Wild Bill, Bleak House, A Touch of Cloth as well as the award winning Shackleton.

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Posted Tue, 13 Feb 2018 in Blair Jollands

Reema knows how to keep it simple and stunning…


"... crisply beautiful..." - The Arts Desk


For Fans Of... Beth Orton, Lisa Hannigan, Natalie Merchant, Martha Wainwright


With a distinctive vocal style akin to that of Beth Orton and the delicately weaved musicality of Lisa Hannigan, Reema's Four Letter Words is a truly captivating listen from start to finish. It was recorded on tape with a live analogue introduction.


More words...


Four Letters Words was produced by Ethan Johns (Laura Marling, Ryan Adams, Kings of Leon) and is released on 9th March 2018.
• Reema's vinyl release The LowSwing Sessions has been praised by the likes of The Arts Desk, Folk Radio UK and The Vinyl District.
• Catch Reema live at The Bedford, London on 14th February 2018 - Tickets.

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Posted Mon, 12 Feb 2018 in Reema

Ease into your week with Skylar Fri’s Scandinavian chill-pop…


"...a captivating electro-pop number that’s ripe for bopping along to." - Dork


For Fans Of... Sky Ferreira, FKA Twigs, Broods


With synth-laced melodies and a celestial musicality, Skylar Fri creates hypnotic, sophisticated alt-pop on new single Gold Rush, out now via AntiFragile Music.


Don't rush...


Gold Rush premiered exclusively on UK site Dork.
• Skylar Fri's previous single Better has already received praise from the likes of Noisey, Clash, Wonderland, The Line of Best Fit and Hilly Dilly to name but a few.

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Posted Mon, 12 Feb 2018 in Skylar Fri