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Rag Foundation release video for ‘Keep The Lights Low’
Rag Foundation have released the video for single, Keep The Lights Low. The track is taken from their fourth album, The Sparrow & The Thief, released 29th June 2015 via Rhondda Street Studio Recordings.
The video premiered on Folk Radio UK and you can watch it now via the band's YouTube channel.
You can also stream the band's previous single Run via the ABoF SoundCloud page and watch the video that accompanies the track on the band'sYouTube channel.
The Sparrow & The Thief is a narrative tour de force, with singles Run and Keep The Lights Low showcasing their ability to create sumptuous vocal harmonies interlaced with intricate indie folk compositions which bear comparison to the likes of Noah & The Whale and The Decembrists with elements of Fleetwood Mac. The band’s folk background is evident throughout, but shines brightest on tracks such as
‘Sparrow Song’ and ‘Freedom is a Stranger’.
The band have always been fascinated by the dark stories behind certain songs - murder, betrayal, infidelity - essentially all the good things in life. With The Sparrow & The Thief they’ve produced a folk tinged collection of tales that they’re keen for listeners to explore.
Rag Foundation are Neil Woolard (vocals), Richard Cowell (guitar & vocals), Daniel Kilbride (bass & vocals), Kate Ronconi (fiddle, banjo, keys & vocals) and Huw Rees (percussion & vocals), five people brought together by their working class, traditional roots. Based in Swansea, the band are as comfortable performing traditional welsh songs written centuries ago as they are writing contemporary, alternative folk that explores the darker side of humanity.
Rag Foundation will be spending the rest of 2015 touring the UK, spreading their music as far as they can.
The Sparrow & The Thief is released 29th June 2015 via Rhondda Street Studio Recordings. Run is available to buy now via iTunes.
Introducing… Robbie Flanagan!
Robbie Flanagan has announced the release of his debut album, Remember To Forget, out now via Home Recording. You can buy it on BandCamp.
To celebrate the release of Robbie Flanagan's debut album, and to get a taste of his sound, you can stream and download album track 'The City Who Forgot' for free via the ABoF SoundCloud page.
Remember To Forget is a beautifully constructed acoustic album, with each track falling effortlessly into the next. Album opener ‘The City Who Forgot’ is filled with soft, smooth guitar picking and Robbie’s warm, whispered and hypnotic vocals and sets the perfect tone for the rest of the release. The album’s title reflects on various events Robbie has experienced over the years and the emotions he has had to come to terms with, expressed effortlessly through intricate guitar trills and luscious harmonies. Tracks such as ‘Write Back’ and ‘Bygone’ are about past loves while ‘In The Garden Tree’ is a reflective and introspective look at the songwriter and his feelings of loneliness.
Robbie Flanagan started out as a solo singer/songwriter in 2008 after playing in several bands whilst growing up in Aberdeen, Scotland. His influences range from Sufjan Stevens, Nick Drake and Elliott Smith to name but a few and he has had the opportunity in October 2014 to support one of his musical inspirations, Scott Mathews. Robbie is keen to follow in their footsteps, and has plans for a UK tour in the near future.
Remember To Forget is out now via Home Recording and available to buy on BandCamp.
We Came From Wolves release ‘Glasgow Stranger’ video!
“Feels, hooks and more feels”
- Rock Sound
We Came From Wolves have released the video for their latest single single Glasgow Stranger.
The video premiered on Kerrang!'s website, and you can watch it now via the band's YouTube channel.
Previous single, Am I Useful premiered on Team Rock, and you can download and stream it for free via A Badge of Friendship's SoundCloud page. You can also watch the video that premiered on Rock Sound via the band's YouTube channel.
The band's catchy melodies and huge hooks are written with a sensitivity and passion that is We Came From Wolves’ signature sound - it’s not hard to imagine these boys playing in front of massive crowds in years to come - fans chanting along, hooked on every word.
To support the release of their forthcoming debut album, We Came From Wolves will be touring the UK throughout June. Catch them live at the following dates:
4th June - Madhatters - Inverness
5th June - Love Music In-store session - Glasgow
5th June - ABC2 (Album launch) - Glasgow
6th June - South Sea - Sheffield
7th June - Sticky Mike’s - Brighton
10th June - Dublin Castle - London
12th June - Alma Inn - Bolton
13th June - The Shed - Leicester
18th June - Corinna - Perth
19th June - Beat Generator - Dundee
20th June - The Green Rooms - Perth
21st June - Fanny by Gaslight - Kilmarnock
We Came From Wolves' self titled debut album is due for release 1st June 2015 via Saraseto Records. You can pre-order it via BandCamp.
CARALIS releases download track ‘Be Automatic’!
"Effortlessly pieced together" - Clash
CARALIS has released the downloadable track Be Automatic via Captoerra Records.
The follow up to their striking debut, Clicks In, which received support from the likes of XFM’s John Kennedy and Clash Magazine, Be Automatic is an atmospheric tour de force, with intense beats and synthesisers providing the perfect vehicle for Dan Frau’s evocative vocals. There’s an emotional quality to the track that is reminiscent of New Order at their very best, whilst maintaining the cutting edge sound of the modern.
You can stream and download the track for free via the CARALIS SoundCloud page.
The video for Be Automatic premiered on GigSlutz and you can watch it now on YouTube.
You can also stream and download previous single Cicks In for free on the CARALIS SoundCloud page and watch the video that premiered on Clash Magazine's website on YouTube.
CARALIS is the brainchild of former Anison front man Dan Frau, who began writing and creating music for his solo project after the band split in late 2014. Collaborating with producer and friend John Merriman, the pair have produced an industrial and, at times, psychedelic sound akin to acts like Caribou and Thom Yorke.
Creatively, CARALIS is a sonic departure for singer Dan having fronted alt-rock band Anison for a number of years. The band, who were signed to Spectra Records, were known for their alternative guitar sound and garnered support from the likes of XFM and BBC 6 Music. However, Dan has shown his creative dexterity, transitioning between alt rock and electro genres effortlessly.
Be Automatic is released via Captoerra Records.
Adam Cleaver releases video for ‘The Salt Mine’!
"Richly rewarding songwriting..." - Clash
Adam Cleaver has unveiled the video for his forthcoming single The Salt Mine released on 15th June 2015 via Veta Records.
The video premiered on Clash Magazine's website, and you can watch it now via Adam Cleaver's YouTube channel.
You can also stream the The Salt Mine via Adam's SoundCloud page.
The Salt Mine is an alternative-folk gem filled with delicate rich vocals that echo the likes of Thom Yorke’s haunting falsetto in parts. Cleaver’s gentle acoustic guitar sets you at ease and introduces you to this beautifully performed track. As the rest of his band make their entrance on the track, there is no denying the talent of these musicians as luscious harmonies, soft percussion and tingling guitar riffs fill the air.
Adam Cleaver is only 24 but already has his eyes on the prize. Based in London, Cleaver began performing on the open mic circuit in 2013 where he piqued interest of Veta Records and began working on tracks with Matt Harris (HAWK). His debut EP Boxed and Braised received support from the likes of John Kennedy at XFM and Amazing Radio. His second EP is due for release in Autumn 2015.
The Salt Mine is released 15th June 2015 via Veta Records.