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Band Profile: The Sailmakers
The Sailmakers are a Folk Rock band from the north of England. <br />The band consists of, Ryan Madden (vocals/guitars), John Chapman (guitars), Luke Argall (vocals/bass guitar), Tess O'Donovan (Flute/Vocals) and Matt Exton (Beats).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11567/ | 547 hits
The Sailmakers are a Folk Rock band from the north of England. <br />The band consists of, Ryan Madden (vocals/guitars), John Chapman (guitars), Luke Argall (vocals/bass guitar), Tess O'Donovan (Flute/Vocals) and Matt Exton (Beats).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11567/ | 547 hits
CD Review: Mariko - User Friendly
I listened to this CD on the strength of a recent storming gig at The Rocket where I was impressed by the combination of the vocalist's swagger and the low slung guitars, two definitely admirable qualities.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/337/ | 308 hits
I listened to this CD on the strength of a recent storming gig at The Rocket where I was impressed by the combination of the vocalist's swagger and the low slung guitars, two definitely admirable qualities.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/337/ | 308 hits
CD Review: Dance Gavin Dance - Downtown Battle Mountain II
The first track ('Spooks') kicks in with Jonny Craig's melodic vocals, backed up with Jonathan Mess' harsher screams.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14378/ | 539 hits
The first track ('Spooks') kicks in with Jonny Craig's melodic vocals, backed up with Jonathan Mess' harsher screams.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14378/ | 539 hits
Live Review: Cactus + Instant Species + iLiKETRAiNS
iLiKETRAiNS? Were these lot stoned when they thought up their name? According to their website, no! They do actually like trains.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2415/ | 1,287 hits
iLiKETRAiNS? Were these lot stoned when they thought up their name? According to their website, no! They do actually like trains.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2415/ | 1,287 hits
CD Review: FineApple - A New Hope EP
Fine Apple, one of Bradford's unknown bands outside the area, choosing to ply their trade at Rios, bring us a great four-track EP.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/78/ | 302 hits
Fine Apple, one of Bradford's unknown bands outside the area, choosing to ply their trade at Rios, bring us a great four-track EP.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/78/ | 302 hits
Band Profile: The Human Project
Melodic hardcore from Leeds
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15248/ | 86 hits
Melodic hardcore from Leeds
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15248/ | 86 hits
CD Review: Hybrid Kid - Dropped
Hybrid Kid are a project emanating from fair London town. They quote some pretty impressive influences and are refreshingly for once, are not far of the mark.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/432/ | 243 hits
Hybrid Kid are a project emanating from fair London town. They quote some pretty impressive influences and are refreshingly for once, are not far of the mark.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/432/ | 243 hits
Band Profile: Ajanta
Edward Harrington - Guitar, vocals Alex Greaves - Bass, vocals, percussion Robert Harrington - Drums, vocals, percussion When Edward, his brother Robert and their friend Alex decided to form a band in 2001, the then-young-teens could only have dreamed of the status and respect they would achieve within half a decade.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4177/ | 927 hits
Edward Harrington - Guitar, vocals Alex Greaves - Bass, vocals, percussion Robert Harrington - Drums, vocals, percussion When Edward, his brother Robert and their friend Alex decided to form a band in 2001, the then-young-teens could only have dreamed of the status and respect they would achieve within half a decade.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4177/ | 927 hits
CD Review: Morning Sparks - Look!
Receiving an EP from a band that lists influences ranging from Radiohead to Jeff Buckley to Nirvana, I had no idea what would greet me when I started listening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9577/ | 256 hits
Receiving an EP from a band that lists influences ranging from Radiohead to Jeff Buckley to Nirvana, I had no idea what would greet me when I started listening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9577/ | 256 hits
Band Profile: Fox & Keys
Fox and Keys are a piano and vocal duo
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13239/ | 144 hits
Fox and Keys are a piano and vocal duo
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13239/ | 144 hits
CD Review: Nonpareil - Changing Tides
Blimey, these guys are serious. Very serious. There's moody inlay pictures of the band looking all sullen, there's black everywhere and some very arty song titles.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3462/ | 487 hits
Blimey, these guys are serious. Very serious. There's moody inlay pictures of the band looking all sullen, there's black everywhere and some very arty song titles.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3462/ | 487 hits
CD Review: Elixir - Drowning
After listening to this EP a vast number of times and reading through the huge press release and reviews and then searching through the over the top website the words of Bruce Campbell come to mind.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4014/ | 225 hits
After listening to this EP a vast number of times and reading through the huge press release and reviews and then searching through the over the top website the words of Bruce Campbell come to mind.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4014/ | 225 hits
Band Profile: Propane Penny
Formed in west Yorkshire over a busy office desk, Propane Penny underwent a few line up changes before finally deciding on the power trio setup of John Gordon on Guitar and lead vocals, John-Paul Drake on Bass and backing vocals, and Chris Stables on Drums.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9894/ | 332 hits
Formed in west Yorkshire over a busy office desk, Propane Penny underwent a few line up changes before finally deciding on the power trio setup of John Gordon on Guitar and lead vocals, John-Paul Drake on Bass and backing vocals, and Chris Stables on Drums.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9894/ | 332 hits
CD Review: Penguin - This is Believing EP
Penguin released 'This is Believing' back in 2010 after winning Centre Stage and playing Leeds and Reading Festival's BBC introducing stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16089/ | 251 hits
Penguin released 'This is Believing' back in 2010 after winning Centre Stage and playing Leeds and Reading Festival's BBC introducing stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16089/ | 251 hits
CD Review: Rolla - Untitled
Rolla, in their previous life were the band Rollerball, who won Futuresound last year and did it quite well.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/148/ | 204 hits
Rolla, in their previous life were the band Rollerball, who won Futuresound last year and did it quite well.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/148/ | 204 hits
CD Review: Travis - Love Will Come Through
Since returning with their new album 12 Memories, Travis seem to have been very quiet. At one stage they were never off our TVs but now they are releasing singles without anyone even seeming to care.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2506/ | 428 hits
Since returning with their new album 12 Memories, Travis seem to have been very quiet. At one stage they were never off our TVs but now they are releasing singles without anyone even seeming to care.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2506/ | 428 hits
CD Review: Dead Pad - Untitled
Dead Pad live in a world of electro metal, blasts of guitar riffage with a female vocalist and plenty of programmed beats and effects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/439/ | 244 hits
Dead Pad live in a world of electro metal, blasts of guitar riffage with a female vocalist and plenty of programmed beats and effects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/439/ | 244 hits
Live Review: Man'n'Wife + Pippa Lloyd + Nicky Phillips + I Am Minty + Liz Reynolds + Steph Stephenson
The recent charity gig for the hard-working and valuable Leeds Women's Aid charity was hailed a success by all who performed or supported the event at the Royal Park Cellars.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11391/ | 458 hits
The recent charity gig for the hard-working and valuable Leeds Women's Aid charity was hailed a success by all who performed or supported the event at the Royal Park Cellars.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11391/ | 458 hits
CD Review: The Music - Take The Long Road And Walk It
Currently unsigned, this 4-piece from Leeds are already being hailed as the biggest thing since Oasis.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8/ | 350 hits
Currently unsigned, this 4-piece from Leeds are already being hailed as the biggest thing since Oasis.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8/ | 350 hits
CD Review: Newton Faulkner - Teardrop
Sticking close to the original version by Massive Attack, this cover of the 1998 hit has Faulkner performing impressive percussive moves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9110/ | 731 hits
Sticking close to the original version by Massive Attack, this cover of the 1998 hit has Faulkner performing impressive percussive moves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9110/ | 731 hits
CD Review: Conquering Animal Sound - Kammerspiel
There's a definite air of quiet confidence and clarity of aesthetic at work on 'Kammerspiel,' which is all the more impressive given that this is Conquering Animal Sound's debut long player.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14311/ | 477 hits
There's a definite air of quiet confidence and clarity of aesthetic at work on 'Kammerspiel,' which is all the more impressive given that this is Conquering Animal Sound's debut long player.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14311/ | 477 hits
Live Review: Northern Torch + I, Said The Spy + Ashe Vendetta + Ashwin Thomas
Tonight as part of Leeds Fringe local band Northern Torch have taken over the upstairs room at Milo in order to put on a night of their favourite unsigned artists in support of two good causes; the Leeds music scene and the Martin House Children's Hospice.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15171/ | 345 hits
Tonight as part of Leeds Fringe local band Northern Torch have taken over the upstairs room at Milo in order to put on a night of their favourite unsigned artists in support of two good causes; the Leeds music scene and the Martin House Children's Hospice.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15171/ | 345 hits
Live Review: Various Cruelties + Little Comets
Indie-funk quartet Various Cruelties opened up with an eerie, ominous guitar twang, backed up by a staccato bass line.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16940/ | 339 hits
Indie-funk quartet Various Cruelties opened up with an eerie, ominous guitar twang, backed up by a staccato bass line.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16940/ | 339 hits
CD Review: Underoath - O (Disambiguation)
It seems that Underoath have taken a harsher approach since the departure of Aaron Gillespie. Gone are most of the clean vocals (although McTague does the ones still included) instead replaced with Chamberlain's noticeably harsher growls.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14374/ | 394 hits
It seems that Underoath have taken a harsher approach since the departure of Aaron Gillespie. Gone are most of the clean vocals (although McTague does the ones still included) instead replaced with Chamberlain's noticeably harsher growls.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14374/ | 394 hits
CD Review: Cheer Up Mungo Hump and the Daddy Special - Untitled
'Sonic instigator' opens this CD with an infectious guitar riff, funky bassline and a vocalist that can actually sing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/249/ | 198 hits
'Sonic instigator' opens this CD with an infectious guitar riff, funky bassline and a vocalist that can actually sing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/249/ | 198 hits
CD Review: Stateless - Exit
Stateless' new single Exit is a whirling groove of dreamy ambient noise, looping synths, tight tight drums and DJ Shadow-esq samples delivered by the enigmatic KidKanevil.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8556/ | 290 hits
Stateless' new single Exit is a whirling groove of dreamy ambient noise, looping synths, tight tight drums and DJ Shadow-esq samples delivered by the enigmatic KidKanevil.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8556/ | 290 hits
CD Review: Shakinouts - Are You Happy?!
Since the formation of Shakinouts in 2007 the band have clocked up an impressive historic gig list and caused waves in the Leeds music scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11229/ | 363 hits
Since the formation of Shakinouts in 2007 the band have clocked up an impressive historic gig list and caused waves in the Leeds music scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11229/ | 363 hits
CD Review: RSJ - The Day After
Down tuned guitars and bass - relentless drumming, raging eclectic vocals. I love this EP. First song "Glutton for Punishment" kicks off with a clean sounding guitar chord into some serious riffage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2471/ | 282 hits
Down tuned guitars and bass - relentless drumming, raging eclectic vocals. I love this EP. First song "Glutton for Punishment" kicks off with a clean sounding guitar chord into some serious riffage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2471/ | 282 hits
Live Review: Arizona Bay + Resonance + The Calls + Penguin
Tonight's 360 Club marks the release of headliners Arizona Bay's new single 'Gadfly' which is available now from Jumbo and Crash Records and all major download stores.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15759/ | 419 hits
Tonight's 360 Club marks the release of headliners Arizona Bay's new single 'Gadfly' which is available now from Jumbo and Crash Records and all major download stores.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15759/ | 419 hits
CD Review: Prefuse 73 - Class of 73 Bells
Class of 73 Bells is the first single from the Miami born producer Scott Herren's (aka Prefuse 73) forthcoming album 'Preparations'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8810/ | 381 hits
Class of 73 Bells is the first single from the Miami born producer Scott Herren's (aka Prefuse 73) forthcoming album 'Preparations'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8810/ | 381 hits
CD Review: The Enemy - Had Enough
With the first twelve seconds sounding like it could be the opening theme of a new American drama, (I envision a big collage of shots of good looking actors in a hospital or running from the police) The Enemy's new single 'Had Enough' is with us.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8509/ | 723 hits
With the first twelve seconds sounding like it could be the opening theme of a new American drama, (I envision a big collage of shots of good looking actors in a hospital or running from the police) The Enemy's new single 'Had Enough' is with us.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8509/ | 723 hits
CD Review: Glassfactory - Untitled
Having formed only just over a year and a half, this four piece are already on their second, self produced, EP and have a sound which is far more accomplished than you would expect for their time together, a kind of catchy, technically solid, alternative rock with a feeling of credibility.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4223/ | 262 hits
Having formed only just over a year and a half, this four piece are already on their second, self produced, EP and have a sound which is far more accomplished than you would expect for their time together, a kind of catchy, technically solid, alternative rock with a feeling of credibility.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4223/ | 262 hits
CD Review: Imogen Heap - Hide And Seek
Possible contender for the most innovative songs of the year, Imogen Heap's first single off her new album "Speak for Yourself" is possibly known among many hip, cool and trendy teens as the background music to the last episode of The OC.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4301/ | 1,725 hits
Possible contender for the most innovative songs of the year, Imogen Heap's first single off her new album "Speak for Yourself" is possibly known among many hip, cool and trendy teens as the background music to the last episode of The OC.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4301/ | 1,725 hits
CD Review: Poison the Well - The Tropic Rot
Poison The Well's progression into more of an experimental-sounding band was the best possible thing the band could have done.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10941/ | 335 hits
Poison The Well's progression into more of an experimental-sounding band was the best possible thing the band could have done.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10941/ | 335 hits
CD Review: Enter Shikari - We Can Breathe In Space, They Just Don't Want Us To Escape
Ever since Enter Shikari blasted onto the scene five years ago, their post hardcore compositions that involve smashing together trance, hardcore and screamo vocals shot them very rapidly to stardom.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10146/ | 330 hits
Ever since Enter Shikari blasted onto the scene five years ago, their post hardcore compositions that involve smashing together trance, hardcore and screamo vocals shot them very rapidly to stardom.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10146/ | 330 hits
Live Review: The Sunshine Underground + Keith + The Printed Sound
The Printed Sound began proceedings on Friday night at The Vine, following their inclusion into the first Leeds HMV Showcase.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3086/ | 1,071 hits
The Printed Sound began proceedings on Friday night at The Vine, following their inclusion into the first Leeds HMV Showcase.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3086/ | 1,071 hits
CD Review: Telegramme - Okay
There's no doubt that Telegramme frontwoman Faye has a powerful voice. However, she also has an unusual habit of serving her vocals with a helping of random warbling noises and sudden high notes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10101/ | 269 hits
There's no doubt that Telegramme frontwoman Faye has a powerful voice. However, she also has an unusual habit of serving her vocals with a helping of random warbling noises and sudden high notes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10101/ | 269 hits
CD Review: Scout - Blue Screen
Scout are summed up in one word. Impressive. Right from the packaging of the CD (which doesn't really count) to the sound of their material, which is likened to the earlier sounds of Blondie.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/385/ | 258 hits
Scout are summed up in one word. Impressive. Right from the packaging of the CD (which doesn't really count) to the sound of their material, which is likened to the earlier sounds of Blondie.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/385/ | 258 hits
CD Review: Tempting Kate - Last Change
Tempting Kate are a band that play exciting pop punky stuff. And I don't mean the kind that is plugged away on mtv2 all the time, I mean up tempo rock songs with powerful vocals and real melody.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/248/ | 208 hits
Tempting Kate are a band that play exciting pop punky stuff. And I don't mean the kind that is plugged away on mtv2 all the time, I mean up tempo rock songs with powerful vocals and real melody.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/248/ | 208 hits
Band Profile: Cate Le Bon
Cate Le Bon is a singer-songwriter from Penboyr, Wales, who sings in English and Welsh. She has amassed an impressive musical CV, having already supported Gruff Rhys on his UK tour, played several festivals (including Latitude 2007, Glastonbury 2010 and The Green Man 2007 / 2008 / 2009) and is now a guest vocalist on Neon Neon's hit single, I Lust U.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11267/ | 159 hits
Cate Le Bon is a singer-songwriter from Penboyr, Wales, who sings in English and Welsh. She has amassed an impressive musical CV, having already supported Gruff Rhys on his UK tour, played several festivals (including Latitude 2007, Glastonbury 2010 and The Green Man 2007 / 2008 / 2009) and is now a guest vocalist on Neon Neon's hit single, I Lust U.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11267/ | 159 hits
CD Review: Paramore - Brand New Eyes
There seems to be a lot of undeserved anger directed at Paramore, or there was around the release of 2007's 'Riot!' and it's not as though they've ever done anything wrong.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11231/ | 1,698 hits
There seems to be a lot of undeserved anger directed at Paramore, or there was around the release of 2007's 'Riot!' and it's not as though they've ever done anything wrong.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11231/ | 1,698 hits
CD Review: Above Them - But Inside I'm Dancing
Angry, shouty, emo rock comes at you from your speakers. Rip me up, burn me up and tear me fucking down!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7342/ | 348 hits
Angry, shouty, emo rock comes at you from your speakers. Rip me up, burn me up and tear me fucking down!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7342/ | 348 hits
CD Review: The Beat Poet - Hardest Battles Fought EP
Usually when a band has an unbelievably pretentious press release then 9 out of 10 times the music will be utterly pants.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2575/ | 352 hits
Usually when a band has an unbelievably pretentious press release then 9 out of 10 times the music will be utterly pants.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2575/ | 352 hits
Band Profile: Full Scream Ahead
It's hard to believe that FULL SCREAM AHEAD are brand new on the music scene. Formed in 2008, they have played a handful of impressive live shows around the country, already earning support slots with Attack!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10979/ | 101 hits
It's hard to believe that FULL SCREAM AHEAD are brand new on the music scene. Formed in 2008, they have played a handful of impressive live shows around the country, already earning support slots with Attack!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10979/ | 101 hits
Band Profile: Rolla The Dice
Formed in 2006, Rolla The Dice (formally known as Epic) have clocked up a number of gigs over the years and have stunned onlookers with their impressive "amps-up-to-11 no holds barred" live shows.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13172/ | 306 hits
Formed in 2006, Rolla The Dice (formally known as Epic) have clocked up a number of gigs over the years and have stunned onlookers with their impressive "amps-up-to-11 no holds barred" live shows.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13172/ | 306 hits
CD Review: Sia - You've Changed
Ambivalence is probably the word that would best describe my reaction to Sia's new single, 'You've Changed.' Before I started listening to it, I would have expected her soulful, smoky vocals to tower over a melancholic, mellow and lengthy ballad.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12221/ | 498 hits
Ambivalence is probably the word that would best describe my reaction to Sia's new single, 'You've Changed.' Before I started listening to it, I would have expected her soulful, smoky vocals to tower over a melancholic, mellow and lengthy ballad.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12221/ | 498 hits
Live Review: Catch 22 + The JB Conspiracy + Make It Better Later
It was a warm Thursday night when well-established ska/punk outfit Catch 22 came rolling into town. With an army of songs under their belts, and an army of fans jammed into the Cockpit, there was a strong scent of anticipation in the air.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10661/ | 308 hits
It was a warm Thursday night when well-established ska/punk outfit Catch 22 came rolling into town. With an army of songs under their belts, and an army of fans jammed into the Cockpit, there was a strong scent of anticipation in the air.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10661/ | 308 hits
CD Review: Plasticine - The Man Who Makes Volcanoes
Describing yourself as the sort of band journalists hate to write about because you are so genre defying is equivalent to tying up a lamb in front of a lion...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6319/ | 850 hits
Describing yourself as the sort of band journalists hate to write about because you are so genre defying is equivalent to tying up a lamb in front of a lion...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6319/ | 850 hits
Live Review: Honeycomb Love + The Idol Dead + The Canolas + Down The Machine
This evening's 360 Club is opened by 4 piece alternative rock band Down The Machine who come complete with Lost Boys t-shirts and impressive pedal boards.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16306/ | 510 hits
This evening's 360 Club is opened by 4 piece alternative rock band Down The Machine who come complete with Lost Boys t-shirts and impressive pedal boards.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16306/ | 510 hits
CD Review: Daniel Pearson - Satellites
Listening to Daniel Pearson's debut Satellites doesn't feel like listening to a debut at all. The world is hardly short of acoustic singer-songwriters, but Satellites gets a lot right to make it a stand-out record in an oversubscribed playing field.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15734/ | 218 hits
Listening to Daniel Pearson's debut Satellites doesn't feel like listening to a debut at all. The world is hardly short of acoustic singer-songwriters, but Satellites gets a lot right to make it a stand-out record in an oversubscribed playing field.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15734/ | 218 hits
Band Profile: Catscans
Progressive/Post Rock band from Leeds
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15010/ | 164 hits
Progressive/Post Rock band from Leeds
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15010/ | 164 hits
CD Review: Dolores - Untitled
I'm intrigued. Track three on this CD is called 'Reykjavik 101', which is a sort of name check of one of my favourite films ever.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2699/ | 476 hits
I'm intrigued. Track three on this CD is called 'Reykjavik 101', which is a sort of name check of one of my favourite films ever.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2699/ | 476 hits
CD Review: Brazil - eatitfightitfuckit
Following their well-received "This Is Future-Wave" EP, Brazil have delivered yet another quality combination of guitar-pop tracks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/153/ | 240 hits
Following their well-received "This Is Future-Wave" EP, Brazil have delivered yet another quality combination of guitar-pop tracks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/153/ | 240 hits
CD Review: Glissando - With Our Arms Wide Open We March Towards the Burning Sea
Though Glissando is made up of two primary members in Richard Knox and Elly May Irving, this debut album on Gizeh Records features a whole host of contributions from members of other Leeds bands such as iLiKETRAiNS, Held By Hands, The Rosie Taylor Project and Her Name Is Calla.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9684/ | 526 hits
Though Glissando is made up of two primary members in Richard Knox and Elly May Irving, this debut album on Gizeh Records features a whole host of contributions from members of other Leeds bands such as iLiKETRAiNS, Held By Hands, The Rosie Taylor Project and Her Name Is Calla.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9684/ | 526 hits
CD Review: Annuals - Be He Me
Originally released last year in North America, Be He Me is the type of experimental indie rock which has already seen the Annuals compared to Canadian giants such as Arcade Fire and Broken Social Scene, though a much closer assessment would be to probably think along the lines of a more sonically substantial and sterile version of fellow US counterparts Animal Collective.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8674/ | 279 hits
Originally released last year in North America, Be He Me is the type of experimental indie rock which has already seen the Annuals compared to Canadian giants such as Arcade Fire and Broken Social Scene, though a much closer assessment would be to probably think along the lines of a more sonically substantial and sterile version of fellow US counterparts Animal Collective.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8674/ | 279 hits
CD Review: Helica - Untitled
Helica's demo is quite impressive. Soft guitars, rock songs with melodies, subtle drums and a gorgeous female voice.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/277/ | 188 hits
Helica's demo is quite impressive. Soft guitars, rock songs with melodies, subtle drums and a gorgeous female voice.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/277/ | 188 hits
CD Review: Chris Patrick - Stood Up Sat Down
In this day and age there are around ten singer/songwriters for every person in the world's population.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12750/ | 301 hits
In this day and age there are around ten singer/songwriters for every person in the world's population.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12750/ | 301 hits
Live Review: Visa + sammyUSA
SAMMYUSA take a while to warm up, delivering a couple of songs that consist little more than controlled feedback - as well as the addition of a vocal sample in the opening instrumental.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/691/ | 242 hits
SAMMYUSA take a while to warm up, delivering a couple of songs that consist little more than controlled feedback - as well as the addition of a vocal sample in the opening instrumental.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/691/ | 242 hits
CD Review: Full Scream Ahead - We Write Our Own Anthems
'We Write Our Own Anthems' does pretty much what it says on the tin, delivering six tracks of anthemic choruses and soaring vocals, with brief flirtations with screamo and punk to keep things interesting.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10987/ | 407 hits
'We Write Our Own Anthems' does pretty much what it says on the tin, delivering six tracks of anthemic choruses and soaring vocals, with brief flirtations with screamo and punk to keep things interesting.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10987/ | 407 hits
Band Profile: Hot Against The Cold
Vocals : Ed Black Rhythm Guitar : Ewan Colson Lead Guitar : Elliot Lloyd English Drums: Barney Lister Bass: Tom Collier In April 2010, at the ages of just 15 and 16, Hot Against The Cold played their first live gig at the 'Crickstock Festival' in West Yorkshire.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15509/ | 51 hits
Vocals : Ed Black Rhythm Guitar : Ewan Colson Lead Guitar : Elliot Lloyd English Drums: Barney Lister Bass: Tom Collier In April 2010, at the ages of just 15 and 16, Hot Against The Cold played their first live gig at the 'Crickstock Festival' in West Yorkshire.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15509/ | 51 hits
Live Review: Modey Lemon + Pulled Apart by Horses + These Monsters
Tonight definitely feels like a choose-your-own-headliner affair. Partly this is attributable to the equal length of all three bands' sets, a modest thirty minutes each with very little procrastination, but chiefly it's the fact that support acts of such calibre and with this much buzz surrounding them are few and far between.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10011/ | 344 hits
Tonight definitely feels like a choose-your-own-headliner affair. Partly this is attributable to the equal length of all three bands' sets, a modest thirty minutes each with very little procrastination, but chiefly it's the fact that support acts of such calibre and with this much buzz surrounding them are few and far between.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10011/ | 344 hits
CD Review: Manifesto - Approaching The Traps
The CD kicks off with the track "Human Rights" which to be honest is not a very impressive track. The drums are relatively lazy with the fills being out of time, the bass sometimes lags behind the guitar and vocals in the track.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6020/ | 174 hits
The CD kicks off with the track "Human Rights" which to be honest is not a very impressive track. The drums are relatively lazy with the fills being out of time, the bass sometimes lags behind the guitar and vocals in the track.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6020/ | 174 hits
CD Review: Pennywise - Reason To Believe
While all around them are listening to kids in tight jeans and crazy haircuts, hoping that they are an offshoot of the good old punk days, these punk leaders have released ninth studio album 'Reason To Believe'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9373/ | 584 hits
While all around them are listening to kids in tight jeans and crazy haircuts, hoping that they are an offshoot of the good old punk days, these punk leaders have released ninth studio album 'Reason To Believe'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9373/ | 584 hits
CD Review: Tim Fletcher - Winter Into Spring
The seasonally-titled Winter Into Spring is Tim Fletcher's first professionally recorded CD. The unsigned singer-songwriter originates from West Yorkshire (though currently located in Sheffield), and cites impressive influences such as; Nick Drake, Neil Young, Bright Eyes and Devendra Banhart.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8411/ | 303 hits
The seasonally-titled Winter Into Spring is Tim Fletcher's first professionally recorded CD. The unsigned singer-songwriter originates from West Yorkshire (though currently located in Sheffield), and cites impressive influences such as; Nick Drake, Neil Young, Bright Eyes and Devendra Banhart.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8411/ | 303 hits
Live Review: Filth + The Nervous Shakedown + Sawthroat
As the first band of the night Sawthroat take the stage, many people in the venue seem unaware of their presence.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2397/ | 483 hits
As the first band of the night Sawthroat take the stage, many people in the venue seem unaware of their presence.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2397/ | 483 hits
Live Review: APB + Bosseye + Bonsai Kittens
Although sporting an impressive name, as soon as the Bonsai Kittens emerge onto the stage all hopes are lost.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2398/ | 616 hits
Although sporting an impressive name, as soon as the Bonsai Kittens emerge onto the stage all hopes are lost.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2398/ | 616 hits
Live Review: Morassi + Tsuba + Zane
So, after intending to go down to see Terris, I thought I'd still pop down and check out the array of talent that had been put on to replace them.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/690/ | 273 hits
So, after intending to go down to see Terris, I thought I'd still pop down and check out the array of talent that had been put on to replace them.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/690/ | 273 hits
CD Review: Sam Lee - Ground of Its Own
To go from visual artist to survival expert to musician is very impressive but what place does Sam Lee's traditional folk album have in today's music scene?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16774/ | 215 hits
To go from visual artist to survival expert to musician is very impressive but what place does Sam Lee's traditional folk album have in today's music scene?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16774/ | 215 hits
Band Profile: Viatrophy
Viatrophy are a technical melodic death metal band from Reading, England. They formed by former members of Sylosis, The Seventh Cross, Traces and The Deepest Abyss in 2005.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14981/ | 58 hits
Viatrophy are a technical melodic death metal band from Reading, England. They formed by former members of Sylosis, The Seventh Cross, Traces and The Deepest Abyss in 2005.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14981/ | 58 hits
CD Review: Icy Demons - Miami Ice
Contrary to the band and album title, this Chicago based collective's third record is far from a cold and wintry affair.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10764/ | 177 hits
Contrary to the band and album title, this Chicago based collective's third record is far from a cold and wintry affair.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10764/ | 177 hits
Live Review: Mama Scuba + Champion Kickboxer + Last People On Earth + Yorkshire Bone
On paper this was an impressive showcase line-up of cross-Yorkshire talent tonight courtesy of Sandman magazine.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3677/ | 712 hits
On paper this was an impressive showcase line-up of cross-Yorkshire talent tonight courtesy of Sandman magazine.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3677/ | 712 hits
CD Review: Blue Sky Project - Smiles
Leeds' latest progressive-alt-rock band, Blue Sky Project, show plenty of promise with this record yet generally fall just short in delivering the quality goods expected of a band fronted by enigmatic singer / songwriter / guitarist / promoter / label boss Lewis Denby.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7860/ | 498 hits
Leeds' latest progressive-alt-rock band, Blue Sky Project, show plenty of promise with this record yet generally fall just short in delivering the quality goods expected of a band fronted by enigmatic singer / songwriter / guitarist / promoter / label boss Lewis Denby.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7860/ | 498 hits
CD Review: Emmet - Make The Noise
Just like the Chemical Brothers and Daft Punk, it seems that Emmet are one of those dance acts that fans of guitar based music are allowed to like.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3417/ | 410 hits
Just like the Chemical Brothers and Daft Punk, it seems that Emmet are one of those dance acts that fans of guitar based music are allowed to like.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3417/ | 410 hits
Live Review: Low
I missed the first couple of songs by Low's support act, My Latest Novel, due to a half hour frantic search for my ticket.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6721/ | 234 hits
I missed the first couple of songs by Low's support act, My Latest Novel, due to a half hour frantic search for my ticket.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6721/ | 234 hits
CD Review: Mojo Fury - We Should Just Run Away
Northern-Irish alt-rock quartet Mojo Fury have released "We Should Just Run Away" as a third single from their debut album "Visiting Hours of a Travelling Circus".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14914/ | 344 hits
Northern-Irish alt-rock quartet Mojo Fury have released "We Should Just Run Away" as a third single from their debut album "Visiting Hours of a Travelling Circus".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14914/ | 344 hits
CD Review: Deadwall - Four Songs by Deadwall
I like to keep things simple so I was happy to know what to expect from this debut EP. With my inherent ability to understand simple things and years of being a music lover behind me, I was ready to add four new songs by a band called Deadwall to the bowed shelves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16184/ | 452 hits
I like to keep things simple so I was happy to know what to expect from this debut EP. With my inherent ability to understand simple things and years of being a music lover behind me, I was ready to add four new songs by a band called Deadwall to the bowed shelves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16184/ | 452 hits
Band Profile: Hooson
Hooson formed around the impressive talents of Jenna Hooson on vocals and Rich Kershaw on guitar, two performers considered by many to be amongst the best at what they do.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12153/ | 317 hits
Hooson formed around the impressive talents of Jenna Hooson on vocals and Rich Kershaw on guitar, two performers considered by many to be amongst the best at what they do.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12153/ | 317 hits
CD Review: Umlaut - Untitled
There must be something in the water down in Derby, as Umlaut recorded this three track EP down in the mid(ish)lands.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3858/ | 656 hits
There must be something in the water down in Derby, as Umlaut recorded this three track EP down in the mid(ish)lands.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3858/ | 656 hits
CD Review: Mainstay - Untitled
It's impressive! - there have not been a straighter set of pub rock songs committed to record for a considerable time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/231/ | 248 hits
It's impressive! - there have not been a straighter set of pub rock songs committed to record for a considerable time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/231/ | 248 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Fame Academy - The Album
Right, before you stop reading, this album, surprisingly, isn't all bad, so stick around for a bit eh?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/509/ | 282 hits
Right, before you stop reading, this album, surprisingly, isn't all bad, so stick around for a bit eh?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/509/ | 282 hits
CD Review: The Echo - Cast Those Stones EP
Come on now, another band with "THE" in the title. I received 4 cds this week to review and 3 of the bands were either called the somethings, the somebodies, or the so fucking whats.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2789/ | 482 hits
Come on now, another band with "THE" in the title. I received 4 cds this week to review and 3 of the bands were either called the somethings, the somebodies, or the so fucking whats.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2789/ | 482 hits
CD Review: The Culprit - Stable Sessions
The Culprit formed in mid 2005 from the remnants of dissolved bands. The four piece band has so far released two self produced EPs and with over 17000 plays on their MySpace page, they seem to be doing right.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8450/ | 307 hits
The Culprit formed in mid 2005 from the remnants of dissolved bands. The four piece band has so far released two self produced EPs and with over 17000 plays on their MySpace page, they seem to be doing right.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8450/ | 307 hits
Live Review: Worriedaboutsatan + The Civil Service + Russia Elects Cobwebs
Poor Pifco. Unfortunately for them, the organisers of tonight's event, Tiny Cat, haven't realised that for those living outside of the city centre the cutoff point is basically about 11pm.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7258/ | 492 hits
Poor Pifco. Unfortunately for them, the organisers of tonight's event, Tiny Cat, haven't realised that for those living outside of the city centre the cutoff point is basically about 11pm.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7258/ | 492 hits
CD Review: Chunky Butt Funky - Five Reasons To Be Cheerful
Recently back from a two-week tour of South Africa and already established as regular performers at The Wardrobe, The Atrium and The Hi-Fi Club, Chunky Butt Funky's commitment to performing the music they love cannot be questioned.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/213/ | 1,477 hits
Recently back from a two-week tour of South Africa and already established as regular performers at The Wardrobe, The Atrium and The Hi-Fi Club, Chunky Butt Funky's commitment to performing the music they love cannot be questioned.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/213/ | 1,477 hits
CD Review: Flipside - Untitled
Flipside's demo spins around in the CD player, while a huge cringe appears on my face. Three tracks, three power ballads.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/276/ | 286 hits
Flipside's demo spins around in the CD player, while a huge cringe appears on my face. Three tracks, three power ballads.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/276/ | 286 hits
CD Review: Slow Club - Trophy Room
'Yeah So,' Slow Club's debut album, never really impressed me when it was first released in July. I only listened to it once; they sounded like any other indie-folk outfit that are finding relative success at the moment.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11281/ | 378 hits
'Yeah So,' Slow Club's debut album, never really impressed me when it was first released in July. I only listened to it once; they sounded like any other indie-folk outfit that are finding relative success at the moment.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11281/ | 378 hits
CD Review: Paul Weller - Wake Up The Nation / No Tears To Cry
If you know Modfather Paul Weller as "that guy who used to be in that band" then the first half of this double A-side is for you.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12640/ | 843 hits
If you know Modfather Paul Weller as "that guy who used to be in that band" then the first half of this double A-side is for you.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12640/ | 843 hits
CD Review: The Electric Cinema - s/t
Originally scheduled for late 2006, you could say The Electric Cinema's self-titled debut album has been a long time coming.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8280/ | 253 hits
Originally scheduled for late 2006, you could say The Electric Cinema's self-titled debut album has been a long time coming.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8280/ | 253 hits
CD Review: Vib Gyor - Fallen
Fallen is Vib Gyor's first ever single coming via their temporary record deal with Too Nice Recordings.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6968/ | 927 hits
Fallen is Vib Gyor's first ever single coming via their temporary record deal with Too Nice Recordings.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6968/ | 927 hits
Live Review: Caterpillar + Time of Hibu + The Blonde + Tom Bradley
First up at the 360 Club tonight and undaunted by a sparse early crowd, Tom Bradley has our attention the second he opens his mouth, revealing the kind of voice every aspiring singer-songwriter wishes they had.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12712/ | 449 hits
First up at the 360 Club tonight and undaunted by a sparse early crowd, Tom Bradley has our attention the second he opens his mouth, revealing the kind of voice every aspiring singer-songwriter wishes they had.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12712/ | 449 hits
Band Profile: Sam and Anna
Terms like precocious are banded around a little too easily in music today. Talent forgoes the spotlight and an artist's age is sadly the main talking point.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9017/ | 298 hits
Terms like precocious are banded around a little too easily in music today. Talent forgoes the spotlight and an artist's age is sadly the main talking point.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9017/ | 298 hits
CD Review: The Audition - Self-Titled Album
The Chicagoan quartet are back on top form with their third studio album, simply entitled 'Self-Titled Album.' This is the band's first release since the departure of original bassist and founding member Joe Lussa and the follow up to 2008's 'Champion.' The opening track 'The Running Man' is an upbeat song with a catchy chorus and an electric mix of drums and rhythm guitar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10860/ | 192 hits
The Chicagoan quartet are back on top form with their third studio album, simply entitled 'Self-Titled Album.' This is the band's first release since the departure of original bassist and founding member Joe Lussa and the follow up to 2008's 'Champion.' The opening track 'The Running Man' is an upbeat song with a catchy chorus and an electric mix of drums and rhythm guitar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10860/ | 192 hits
CD Review: Paul Marshall - Vultures
More often than not, folk records come with a seasonal mood in mind, though in the case of Paul Marshall and his debut album 'Vultures' we have a record which seems to encapsulate all four seasons - equally as fitting for a frosty February morning as it is for a sun-drenched afternoon in July.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8660/ | 837 hits
More often than not, folk records come with a seasonal mood in mind, though in the case of Paul Marshall and his debut album 'Vultures' we have a record which seems to encapsulate all four seasons - equally as fitting for a frosty February morning as it is for a sun-drenched afternoon in July.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8660/ | 837 hits
Live Review: Flies are Spies from Hell
For this sleep deprived reporter, the prospect of having to walk deep into Headingley on a Thursday evening, with an exam at 9 O'clock the next morning, was not a particularly inviting one, but none the less I upped the courage and made the effort.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6512/ | 578 hits
For this sleep deprived reporter, the prospect of having to walk deep into Headingley on a Thursday evening, with an exam at 9 O'clock the next morning, was not a particularly inviting one, but none the less I upped the courage and made the effort.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6512/ | 578 hits
CD Review: Crash Cartel - Decayed
Crash Cartel. Hmmm, now there's a name you can't help but think you've heard before but in which lifetime god only knows.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/465/ | 353 hits
Crash Cartel. Hmmm, now there's a name you can't help but think you've heard before but in which lifetime god only knows.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/465/ | 353 hits
CD Review: The Myth - Untitled
Despite sitting down to listen to this demo with something approaching a hangover, my sluggish mind cannot be fooled into thinking it is rubbish.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3002/ | 256 hits
Despite sitting down to listen to this demo with something approaching a hangover, my sluggish mind cannot be fooled into thinking it is rubbish.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3002/ | 256 hits
CD Review: Knock Out Kaine - Kandy Kaine
With riffs to rival Slash, and vocals that seem to have just leapt out from a Guns N Roses record, this EP has a great rocking, metal feel to it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14430/ | 564 hits
With riffs to rival Slash, and vocals that seem to have just leapt out from a Guns N Roses record, this EP has a great rocking, metal feel to it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14430/ | 564 hits
CD Review: Bootscraper - Country & Eastern
Bootscraper's brand of kooky gypsy-punk makes 'Country & Eastern' a fun record guaranteed to get your toes tapping.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13867/ | 468 hits
Bootscraper's brand of kooky gypsy-punk makes 'Country & Eastern' a fun record guaranteed to get your toes tapping.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13867/ | 468 hits
CD Review: The Music - The People EP
Oh my gaawwwd, they've only gone and bettered themselves! Maturing fast into a psychedelic rock crossover act with huge prospects for the future, Leeds four-piece The Music have released an extremely impressive follow up to last year's debut single.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/100/ | 438 hits
Oh my gaawwwd, they've only gone and bettered themselves! Maturing fast into a psychedelic rock crossover act with huge prospects for the future, Leeds four-piece The Music have released an extremely impressive follow up to last year's debut single.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/100/ | 438 hits
CD Review: The Wooden Spoons - Tales of the Professional EP
The Wooden Spoons are made up of identical twins with an ear (or four) for lush melodies and the gift of good storytelling.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6882/ | 265 hits
The Wooden Spoons are made up of identical twins with an ear (or four) for lush melodies and the gift of good storytelling.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6882/ | 265 hits
CD Review: Fightstar - One Day Son, This Will All Be Yours
On the initial listen to this album it doesn't seem to be the album that this band are capable of. Starter song '99' does nothing to move this band along in anyone's opinion whether good or bad, and the standout songs initially are track five 'death car' and track ten 'Tannhauser', simply for the bruising head bashing riffs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8831/ | 689 hits
On the initial listen to this album it doesn't seem to be the album that this band are capable of. Starter song '99' does nothing to move this band along in anyone's opinion whether good or bad, and the standout songs initially are track five 'death car' and track ten 'Tannhauser', simply for the bruising head bashing riffs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8831/ | 689 hits
CD Review: The Palms - Untitled
The Palms really fit the modern day bill with their take on the current Indie rock / dance scene ala Kasabian, but one or too vocal production issues and an occasional penchant for misguided fret-wanking hold them back from hitting the full throttle.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4299/ | 760 hits
The Palms really fit the modern day bill with their take on the current Indie rock / dance scene ala Kasabian, but one or too vocal production issues and an occasional penchant for misguided fret-wanking hold them back from hitting the full throttle.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4299/ | 760 hits
Live Review: Tiny Tin Lady + Pete Briley
Pete Briley did his best to lift the Monday blues with a chirpy performance of melodic acoustic numbers.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10458/ | 457 hits
Pete Briley did his best to lift the Monday blues with a chirpy performance of melodic acoustic numbers.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10458/ | 457 hits
Live Review: Hot Club of Cowtown
The ghosts of Bob Wills, Dan Hicks and the Hot Club of France smiled down on the ornate interior of the Victoria Hall in Saltaire last night (although it should be emphasised that Dan is still alive, well and still knocking them dead), as Texas western swing trio Hot Club of Cowtown rode into town.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12800/ | 547 hits
The ghosts of Bob Wills, Dan Hicks and the Hot Club of France smiled down on the ornate interior of the Victoria Hall in Saltaire last night (although it should be emphasised that Dan is still alive, well and still knocking them dead), as Texas western swing trio Hot Club of Cowtown rode into town.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12800/ | 547 hits
CD Review: The Gaslight Anthem - Handwritten
'Handwritten' is the fourth installment from the New Jersey rockers providing a more polished and varied sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16826/ | 242 hits
'Handwritten' is the fourth installment from the New Jersey rockers providing a more polished and varied sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16826/ | 242 hits
Band Profile: Superintendent
SUPERINTENDENT - ALTERNATIVE ROCK FROM LEEDS!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15794/ | 382 hits
SUPERINTENDENT - ALTERNATIVE ROCK FROM LEEDS!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15794/ | 382 hits
Live Review: sammyUSA + The Primms
A half-filled room welcomed London-based three-piece The Primms onto the stage. Having heard the quite average two-track "Do You Know The Future?" EP (released on Destabilize Records), my hopes were less than high, and, unfortunately, the same blandness and mediocrity of their recordings was evident in The Primms' live set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1117/ | 350 hits
A half-filled room welcomed London-based three-piece The Primms onto the stage. Having heard the quite average two-track "Do You Know The Future?" EP (released on Destabilize Records), my hopes were less than high, and, unfortunately, the same blandness and mediocrity of their recordings was evident in The Primms' live set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1117/ | 350 hits
CD Review: Cosmonaut - Untitled
Think early New Order or Joy Division, think Arab Strap, remember the Blue Aeroplanes and take a pinch of Echoboy for the backing tracks and you will be somewhere near the mark for describing Cosmonaut.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14/ | 265 hits
Think early New Order or Joy Division, think Arab Strap, remember the Blue Aeroplanes and take a pinch of Echoboy for the backing tracks and you will be somewhere near the mark for describing Cosmonaut.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14/ | 265 hits
CD Review: Tame Impala - Innerspeaker
Who? Tame Impala are a psychedelic rock band hailing from Perth, Australia. Relatively unknown in the UK compared to their Australian counterparts such as Wolfmother and Jet, the group have built a significant following back home, and already have three No.1 singles in their homeland under their belts.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13536/ | 273 hits
Who? Tame Impala are a psychedelic rock band hailing from Perth, Australia. Relatively unknown in the UK compared to their Australian counterparts such as Wolfmother and Jet, the group have built a significant following back home, and already have three No.1 singles in their homeland under their belts.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13536/ | 273 hits
CD Review: Stateless - Untitled
Stateless are: Jimi Sturdy, drums & piano, Chris James, vocals & guitar, and Jon Taylor, ex-Duran Duran, on bass & vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/87/ | 602 hits
Stateless are: Jimi Sturdy, drums & piano, Chris James, vocals & guitar, and Jon Taylor, ex-Duran Duran, on bass & vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/87/ | 602 hits
CD Review: Emergencies - We Are The Waves
'We Are The Waves,' the debut single from Leeds' Emergencies boasts a skittering, off-kilter central riff that bands with far more experience would be proud of.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10585/ | 431 hits
'We Are The Waves,' the debut single from Leeds' Emergencies boasts a skittering, off-kilter central riff that bands with far more experience would be proud of.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10585/ | 431 hits
Live Review: Neon Neon
It's the end of a very very long week and I'm shagged out. I'm at a gig that is packed to the rafters and I'm hoping that Boom Bip and Gruff can perk me up a bit.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10158/ | 344 hits
It's the end of a very very long week and I'm shagged out. I'm at a gig that is packed to the rafters and I'm hoping that Boom Bip and Gruff can perk me up a bit.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10158/ | 344 hits
Live Review: Don Broco + Mallory Knox + Hey Vanity
In less than six months, Don Broco have gone from being the opening act under Lower Than Atlantis at The Cockpit, to completely selling out the same room.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17387/ | 318 hits
In less than six months, Don Broco have gone from being the opening act under Lower Than Atlantis at The Cockpit, to completely selling out the same room.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17387/ | 318 hits
Live Review: Kanyose + Flowe
First up were Flowe from Loughborough. Lead singer Paul Saunders' swooping vocals over a melodic background of jangling guitar gave the band a late 80s indie sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10547/ | 298 hits
First up were Flowe from Loughborough. Lead singer Paul Saunders' swooping vocals over a melodic background of jangling guitar gave the band a late 80s indie sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10547/ | 298 hits
CD Review: Alexi Murdoch - Someday Soon
Alexi Murdoch is probably best known for the use of his songs on film soundtracks. The most impressive example was the use of his songs for the Sam Mendes film 'Away We Go' which, when combined with Murdoch's songs, is a masterpiece of cinema and of representing reality in film.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14440/ | 422 hits
Alexi Murdoch is probably best known for the use of his songs on film soundtracks. The most impressive example was the use of his songs for the Sam Mendes film 'Away We Go' which, when combined with Murdoch's songs, is a masterpiece of cinema and of representing reality in film.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14440/ | 422 hits
CD Review: Viva Voce - Wrecking Ball
This certainly sounds promising. An indie duo consisting of a female singer/guitarist and her husband drummer (who really can play nearly everything: drums, various percussion, keys, and - wait for it - a kazoo.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8326/ | 337 hits
This certainly sounds promising. An indie duo consisting of a female singer/guitarist and her husband drummer (who really can play nearly everything: drums, various percussion, keys, and - wait for it - a kazoo.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8326/ | 337 hits
CD Review: Grammatics - New Franchise
Punchy. Bleepy. Dark. Literate. A call to arms for the under-represented of Leeds pop's moodier and, dare I say, disenfranchised elements.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9870/ | 553 hits
Punchy. Bleepy. Dark. Literate. A call to arms for the under-represented of Leeds pop's moodier and, dare I say, disenfranchised elements.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9870/ | 553 hits
CD Review: The Music - You Might As Well Try To Fuck Me EP
"You Might As Well Try To Fuck Me" is the debut release from Leeds' The Music on the Hut label, and, put bluntly, is a blinding tune.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/46/ | 524 hits
"You Might As Well Try To Fuck Me" is the debut release from Leeds' The Music on the Hut label, and, put bluntly, is a blinding tune.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/46/ | 524 hits
CD Review: The Artists - Magic Words
'Magic Words' is the second offering from Leeds based band The Artists, the four track EP shows the band developing into a more polished band with an increasingly huge sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16011/ | 215 hits
'Magic Words' is the second offering from Leeds based band The Artists, the four track EP shows the band developing into a more polished band with an increasingly huge sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16011/ | 215 hits
CD Review: Tricky Nixon - Untitled
Richard Nixon would be proud. At last, something good with his surname. This 3 track EP from Manchester quartet Tricky Nixon is mighty impressive.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2246/ | 855 hits
Richard Nixon would be proud. At last, something good with his surname. This 3 track EP from Manchester quartet Tricky Nixon is mighty impressive.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2246/ | 855 hits
CD Review: Sound Of Guns - Architects
Sound Of Guns continue to carve a niche for themselves as pedallers of earnest, stadium-rock anthems with added personality, with their latest single, 'Architects.' 'Architects' is a towering roar of impassioned, mainstream-friendly rock where everything is pushed to extremes: the vocals are bigger, the guitars are louder and the drums go off like heavy artillery.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12868/ | 430 hits
Sound Of Guns continue to carve a niche for themselves as pedallers of earnest, stadium-rock anthems with added personality, with their latest single, 'Architects.' 'Architects' is a towering roar of impassioned, mainstream-friendly rock where everything is pushed to extremes: the vocals are bigger, the guitars are louder and the drums go off like heavy artillery.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12868/ | 430 hits
CD Review: Tom Odell - Songs From Another Love
Tom's debut LP is due out early next year so this four track EP is a good way to get to know him. I was enjoying 'Another Love' enough until halfway through when the pulse of the song starting beating louder and stronger.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17145/ | 664 hits
Tom's debut LP is due out early next year so this four track EP is a good way to get to know him. I was enjoying 'Another Love' enough until halfway through when the pulse of the song starting beating louder and stronger.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17145/ | 664 hits
Live Review: Shed Seven + 45s
The 45s - now there's a name I don't think we'll be hearing the last of. Impressive at times (though I still think there's a lot to work on) pinpointing the influence in their style has proved difficult; though Britpop is a starter for ten.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/714/ | 255 hits
The 45s - now there's a name I don't think we'll be hearing the last of. Impressive at times (though I still think there's a lot to work on) pinpointing the influence in their style has proved difficult; though Britpop is a starter for ten.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/714/ | 255 hits
CD Review: Oceansize - Relapse
When reading through Oceansize's 3 year history it's hard to ignore the vast number of "these guys are about to make it big" moments.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/457/ | 393 hits
When reading through Oceansize's 3 year history it's hard to ignore the vast number of "these guys are about to make it big" moments.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/457/ | 393 hits
CD Review: The Pattern Theory - The Pattern Theory
Since their risky move to Berlin, The Pattern Theory have been gigging and slumming it, collecting nuggets of music like polyrhythmic squirrels.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14572/ | 1,760 hits
Since their risky move to Berlin, The Pattern Theory have been gigging and slumming it, collecting nuggets of music like polyrhythmic squirrels.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14572/ | 1,760 hits
CD Review: Röyksopp - Junior
Long considered as the thinking man's Norwegian electronic duo, Royksopp seem to have decided that beguiling soundscapes are so 2001, and this album seems to signal that (whisper it) R?opp have gone pop.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10557/ | 213 hits
Long considered as the thinking man's Norwegian electronic duo, Royksopp seem to have decided that beguiling soundscapes are so 2001, and this album seems to signal that (whisper it) R?opp have gone pop.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10557/ | 213 hits
CD Review: Pulled Apart by Horses - Meat Balloon
Most of the connotations carried by the name Pulled Apart by Horses likely centre around their [in]famous sweaty and lawless live performances.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10095/ | 973 hits
Most of the connotations carried by the name Pulled Apart by Horses likely centre around their [in]famous sweaty and lawless live performances.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10095/ | 973 hits
Live Review: White Rose Movement + Protocol + Dead Disco
Well the night had a nice little twist right at the beginning on this occasion. I arrive at the venue all geared up to go on the hunt for the tour manager again (about 7.10pm) and get turned away.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4258/ | 3,203 hits
Well the night had a nice little twist right at the beginning on this occasion. I arrive at the venue all geared up to go on the hunt for the tour manager again (about 7.10pm) and get turned away.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4258/ | 3,203 hits
Live Review: Scars On 45 + The Faraways + Redwire
I'll admit it, before this gig I had never heard of Scars On 45. We were mainly there to see Redwire, so when we got into the Cockpit and saw that the big room was open I was surprised.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9631/ | 1,283 hits
I'll admit it, before this gig I had never heard of Scars On 45. We were mainly there to see Redwire, so when we got into the Cockpit and saw that the big room was open I was surprised.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9631/ | 1,283 hits
CD Review: The Blood Arm - Angela
Having converted the many fans of We are Scientists and The Sunshine Underground as a support act on both these band's UK and Ireland tours late last year, The Blood Arm are back to try and win over some more followers with the second single from their new album, 'Lie Lover Lie'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8482/ | 272 hits
Having converted the many fans of We are Scientists and The Sunshine Underground as a support act on both these band's UK and Ireland tours late last year, The Blood Arm are back to try and win over some more followers with the second single from their new album, 'Lie Lover Lie'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8482/ | 272 hits
Live Review: Paper Tiger
Today is the day that many students move into their new places of residence ready for a year of dodgy landlords, microwave food and mould.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14958/ | 310 hits
Today is the day that many students move into their new places of residence ready for a year of dodgy landlords, microwave food and mould.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14958/ | 310 hits
Live Review: Hot Snakes + The Sex Maniacs + That Fucking Tank
A popular place with the alternative crowd, the Bassment was an impressive half full as That Fucking Tank took the stage at 8 o'clock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3216/ | 1,258 hits
A popular place with the alternative crowd, the Bassment was an impressive half full as That Fucking Tank took the stage at 8 o'clock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3216/ | 1,258 hits
Live Review: The Charlatans + Elastica + Stereolab + Chicks + Bis + The Jellys + Jon Spencer Blues Explosion + Apollo 440 + Bellatrix + The Donnas
Well the year goes fast doesn't it? Another year and yet another festival at Leeds' Temple Newsam Park and yet again this is another one that we all enjoyed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9744/ | 360 hits
Well the year goes fast doesn't it? Another year and yet another festival at Leeds' Temple Newsam Park and yet again this is another one that we all enjoyed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9744/ | 360 hits
CD Review: The Twilight Sad - Fourteen Autumns & Fifteen Winters
Epic, intense, dramatic, cinematic... just a few words you might use to describe this Glasgow-based quartet's debut album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8379/ | 402 hits
Epic, intense, dramatic, cinematic... just a few words you might use to describe this Glasgow-based quartet's debut album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8379/ | 402 hits
CD Review: Yellow Stripe Nine - 1 White Horse
You join me amidst a stormy battle. In one corner are Leeds based rockers Yellow Stripe Nine, heavily armed with copious fine live performances under their belt and shiny new album "1 White Horse" tucked firmly under their arms.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/382/ | 479 hits
You join me amidst a stormy battle. In one corner are Leeds based rockers Yellow Stripe Nine, heavily armed with copious fine live performances under their belt and shiny new album "1 White Horse" tucked firmly under their arms.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/382/ | 479 hits
CD Review: The Kinison - What Are You Listening to?
Chillingly amazing first song, lads ('The Farm and The Girls'). OoooooOoooOoohh! That was a shudder, that was.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3413/ | 895 hits
Chillingly amazing first song, lads ('The Farm and The Girls'). OoooooOoooOoohh! That was a shudder, that was.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3413/ | 895 hits
Live Review: The Subways + The Kooks + ¡Forward, Russia!
When I arrive at Blank Canvas the first band has already started. It's ¡Forward, Russia!, a band that I have heard glowing reports about but never seen.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4315/ | 2,175 hits
When I arrive at Blank Canvas the first band has already started. It's ¡Forward, Russia!, a band that I have heard glowing reports about but never seen.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4315/ | 2,175 hits
Live Review: Wang Dang Doodle
A dreary Tuesday evening was enlivened on Tuesday by a performance of great soul and energy from recently formed soul outfit Wang Dang Doodle, named after a Willie Dixon song celebrating the joys of drunken and debauched revelry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9086/ | 756 hits
A dreary Tuesday evening was enlivened on Tuesday by a performance of great soul and energy from recently formed soul outfit Wang Dang Doodle, named after a Willie Dixon song celebrating the joys of drunken and debauched revelry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9086/ | 756 hits
Live Review: Young Heart Attack + Viking Skull + Kill Stereo
Summer is on its way and if there is one perfect accompaniment to the smell of freshly mown grass, barbeques and cold beer, it's some good time rock and roll.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2563/ | 534 hits
Summer is on its way and if there is one perfect accompaniment to the smell of freshly mown grass, barbeques and cold beer, it's some good time rock and roll.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2563/ | 534 hits
Live Review: The Ramona Flowers
Somewhat confused is the way I would sum up how I feel after The Ramona Flowers' opening performance for Bastille at Leeds Universtiy Union on Sunday with an at times enjoyable but mainly cringe-inducing seven song set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17419/ | 187 hits
Somewhat confused is the way I would sum up how I feel after The Ramona Flowers' opening performance for Bastille at Leeds Universtiy Union on Sunday with an at times enjoyable but mainly cringe-inducing seven song set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17419/ | 187 hits
Live Review: Paramore
Paramore may not be the first band that springs to mind when you think of your atypical final 'support' band before a festival's main attraction, but Paramore draw an impressive crowd.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13388/ | 1,117 hits
Paramore may not be the first band that springs to mind when you think of your atypical final 'support' band before a festival's main attraction, but Paramore draw an impressive crowd.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13388/ | 1,117 hits
CD Review: Blueryder - Untitled
A trip down to Joseph's Well a while ago saw me coming away with a 5-track demo CD from York/Leeds band Blueryder.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/190/ | 248 hits
A trip down to Joseph's Well a while ago saw me coming away with a 5-track demo CD from York/Leeds band Blueryder.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/190/ | 248 hits
Live Review: Boneyard Babies
The band give enormous energy into their performance from the outset. With minimal effects and gimmicks their audience is immediately forced into a unilateral gravitational pull.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12147/ | 553 hits
The band give enormous energy into their performance from the outset. With minimal effects and gimmicks their audience is immediately forced into a unilateral gravitational pull.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12147/ | 553 hits
CD Review: Yourcodenameis: Milo - Schteeve
Following their impressive Albini produced debut mini album, Yourcodenameis: Milo release their first single proper produced this time by Flood.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3179/ | 414 hits
Following their impressive Albini produced debut mini album, Yourcodenameis: Milo release their first single proper produced this time by Flood.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3179/ | 414 hits
CD Review: Your New Antique - Untitled
Your New Antique seem to have a solid formula for a fierce double-pronged attack on the music scene. The first of these slightly threatening-sounding prongs is one of the most efficient ways to endear your band to the media, which in this case comes in the form of a press pack.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8971/ | 492 hits
Your New Antique seem to have a solid formula for a fierce double-pronged attack on the music scene. The first of these slightly threatening-sounding prongs is one of the most efficient ways to endear your band to the media, which in this case comes in the form of a press pack.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8971/ | 492 hits
Live Review: Ballyhoo/Eventide + Talk To Angels + Beneath The Headlights + Secrets Of Kaplan
It's mid July and despite the obvious lack of students around Leeds, tonight's 360 Club is suitably busy by the time openers Secrets Of Kaplan take to the stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16777/ | 434 hits
It's mid July and despite the obvious lack of students around Leeds, tonight's 360 Club is suitably busy by the time openers Secrets Of Kaplan take to the stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16777/ | 434 hits
Live Review: Dinosaur Pile-up
Post-grunge trio Dinosaur Pile-up played a brief homecoming show at the Brudenell Social Club. They began with a question and answer session as they elucidated on their band name.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15028/ | 593 hits
Post-grunge trio Dinosaur Pile-up played a brief homecoming show at the Brudenell Social Club. They began with a question and answer session as they elucidated on their band name.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15028/ | 593 hits
Live Review: Talk To Angels
One o'clock in the afternoon is not a normal time for a gig usually. However this isn't a normal day.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12765/ | 767 hits
One o'clock in the afternoon is not a normal time for a gig usually. However this isn't a normal day.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12765/ | 767 hits
Live Review: Eris + 16-Bit Revival + KLFC
Although the particularly seasonal weather meant the theatre was not at capacity, the significant support of family-members and friends of those involved made up for the lack of numbers.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9115/ | 574 hits
Although the particularly seasonal weather meant the theatre was not at capacity, the significant support of family-members and friends of those involved made up for the lack of numbers.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9115/ | 574 hits
Live Review: Rochelle
The Faversham hustled and bustled with Leeds' scenesters and industry moguls aplenty this evening. Despite the Easter holidays being upon us once again (where do the years go ...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8217/ | 400 hits
The Faversham hustled and bustled with Leeds' scenesters and industry moguls aplenty this evening. Despite the Easter holidays being upon us once again (where do the years go ...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8217/ | 400 hits
CD Review: David Viner - Mr David Viner
You've probably already got records in your collection that sound like this one, the thing is, you probably stole those records from your dad.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/582/ | 680 hits
You've probably already got records in your collection that sound like this one, the thing is, you probably stole those records from your dad.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/582/ | 680 hits
CD Review: The Scaramanga Six - Phantom Head
I had never heard of The Scaramanga Six, despite the fact they have been a band for around 15 years, before the album landed in my inbox for review.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17567/ | 128 hits
I had never heard of The Scaramanga Six, despite the fact they have been a band for around 15 years, before the album landed in my inbox for review.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17567/ | 128 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - The Spills / Piskie Sits - split single
'Ghost of The Day' gets off to a shaky start, with front man Slater slurring his vocals over the sound of a single chord being plucked over and over again.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10171/ | 356 hits
'Ghost of The Day' gets off to a shaky start, with front man Slater slurring his vocals over the sound of a single chord being plucked over and over again.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10171/ | 356 hits
CD Review: Wintermute - Untitled
So it's a grey Monday morning and a nice lil' parcel arrives at my door, filled with a nice collection of new demos to get my tired juices flowing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6116/ | 482 hits
So it's a grey Monday morning and a nice lil' parcel arrives at my door, filled with a nice collection of new demos to get my tired juices flowing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6116/ | 482 hits
CD Review: Chase This City - Show Us What You Got?
Just a year after forming, Lancaster-based Chase This City release six-track mini album 'Show Us What You Got?' flaunting a talent for penning towering, pop-punk choruses, that's impressive to say they've been together a short time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10984/ | 360 hits
Just a year after forming, Lancaster-based Chase This City release six-track mini album 'Show Us What You Got?' flaunting a talent for penning towering, pop-punk choruses, that's impressive to say they've been together a short time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10984/ | 360 hits
CD Review: New Found Glory - Not Without A Fight
Right from the start, New Found Glory's sixth studio album is exactly what you'd expect from the Florida five-piece.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10518/ | 392 hits
Right from the start, New Found Glory's sixth studio album is exactly what you'd expect from the Florida five-piece.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10518/ | 392 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Gizeh Label Sampler
Leeds based label Gizeh proudly introduce us to a microcosm of the delights they have to offer in the form of this twelve track sampler.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10630/ | 314 hits
Leeds based label Gizeh proudly introduce us to a microcosm of the delights they have to offer in the form of this twelve track sampler.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10630/ | 314 hits
CD Review: We'll All Be Heroes - Everything Must Go
'Everything Must Go,' the debut EP from We'll All Be Heroes, is an impressive first release that seizes your attention from the get-go, with the hook-crammed, pop-laced punk of the EP-opener and title track.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12479/ | 438 hits
'Everything Must Go,' the debut EP from We'll All Be Heroes, is an impressive first release that seizes your attention from the get-go, with the hook-crammed, pop-laced punk of the EP-opener and title track.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12479/ | 438 hits
Live Review: Gary Numan + Jayce Lewis
Gary Numan is unarguably an icon of British music, with a career spanning many years, and this continues with a new album, "Dead Son Rising" and a tour to support its release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15349/ | 664 hits
Gary Numan is unarguably an icon of British music, with a career spanning many years, and this continues with a new album, "Dead Son Rising" and a tour to support its release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15349/ | 664 hits
CD Review: The Maccabees - Given to the Wild
The increasing popularity of The Maccabees has nothing to do with luck or being in the right place at the right time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16042/ | 306 hits
The increasing popularity of The Maccabees has nothing to do with luck or being in the right place at the right time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16042/ | 306 hits
Band Profile: Slide
There are a number of bands and artist using this name. 1)The original SLIDE actually hail from the United States.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1852/ | 472 hits
There are a number of bands and artist using this name. 1)The original SLIDE actually hail from the United States.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1852/ | 472 hits
CD Review: The Envy Corps - Rhinemaidens
Making new discoveries is always exciting. Few self-respecting music fans will disagree that finding a promising new band is one of the main reasons to get up in the morning - perhaps only over-ridden if somebody's cooking something lovely for breakfast.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8950/ | 311 hits
Making new discoveries is always exciting. Few self-respecting music fans will disagree that finding a promising new band is one of the main reasons to get up in the morning - perhaps only over-ridden if somebody's cooking something lovely for breakfast.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8950/ | 311 hits
Live Review: Melt Banana + Khanate
Extreme. Noise. Terror. Three superb words and once put together, one racket mungously loud outfit, and arguably the forefathers of Melt Banana, who have taken ENT's blueprint and booted it into outer space with extra electro madness.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6046/ | 584 hits
Extreme. Noise. Terror. Three superb words and once put together, one racket mungously loud outfit, and arguably the forefathers of Melt Banana, who have taken ENT's blueprint and booted it into outer space with extra electro madness.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6046/ | 584 hits
CD Review: Nursery - 8PM
I've only ever seen Nursery once, on that occasion they were opening up for Icelandic outfit Bellatrix over in Bradford, but from all accounts I remember it being quite a memorable set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/191/ | 320 hits
I've only ever seen Nursery once, on that occasion they were opening up for Icelandic outfit Bellatrix over in Bradford, but from all accounts I remember it being quite a memorable set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/191/ | 320 hits
Live Review: 22-20s + The Blueskins + Jeepster
Jeepster look uncomfortable. Their Noel Gallagher-style rock ballads are underpinned by some nice piano and Hammond organ, but like a potato sandwich, they also lack intrigue.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1251/ | 575 hits
Jeepster look uncomfortable. Their Noel Gallagher-style rock ballads are underpinned by some nice piano and Hammond organ, but like a potato sandwich, they also lack intrigue.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1251/ | 575 hits
CD Review: The Quireboys - Live In London
You may never have heard of them but London hard rockers The Quireboys reached number 2 in the UK charts with their early 90's album 'A Bit Of What You Fancy.' Their past accolades are impressive; The Quireboys were managed by Sharon Osbourne, signed to EMI, played with the likes of Iggy Pop and the Cramps and Ginger of critically acclaimed band The Wildhearts was a founding member.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13671/ | 643 hits
You may never have heard of them but London hard rockers The Quireboys reached number 2 in the UK charts with their early 90's album 'A Bit Of What You Fancy.' Their past accolades are impressive; The Quireboys were managed by Sharon Osbourne, signed to EMI, played with the likes of Iggy Pop and the Cramps and Ginger of critically acclaimed band The Wildhearts was a founding member.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13671/ | 643 hits
CD Review: With The Punches - Seams and Stitches
Following a string of storming EPs, With The Punches release their debut full length 'Seams and Stitches.' For readers unfamiliar with the band, With The Punches play breakneck, double time pop punk with hardcore influences.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17029/ | 114 hits
Following a string of storming EPs, With The Punches release their debut full length 'Seams and Stitches.' For readers unfamiliar with the band, With The Punches play breakneck, double time pop punk with hardcore influences.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17029/ | 114 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Ali Whitton / Sarah Williams split single
The split single can look deceptively simple - two bands that stand up well in isolation can incur a musical car crash when unsuccessfully married on release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9031/ | 641 hits
The split single can look deceptively simple - two bands that stand up well in isolation can incur a musical car crash when unsuccessfully married on release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9031/ | 641 hits
Live Review: Chasing Dragons + Forever And A Day + Further From The Truth + Our Innocence Lost + Time To Leave
When you think gigs in Leeds, several names spring to mind. The O2. The Well. And, of course, The Cockpit.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15875/ | 406 hits
When you think gigs in Leeds, several names spring to mind. The O2. The Well. And, of course, The Cockpit.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15875/ | 406 hits
Live Review: Hope of the States + Richard Jones
The gig-opener Richard Jones tentatively occupies the stage, hunched over his guitar with hair carefully covering the face.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6777/ | 188 hits
The gig-opener Richard Jones tentatively occupies the stage, hunched over his guitar with hair carefully covering the face.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6777/ | 188 hits
Live Review: Shakinouts + Meet Me In Vegas + South View Juniors
From the start tonight the intention is making sure that the gig showcases songs from the Shakinouts' recently released EP, and hoping it's a successful farewell gig for Ben Hope, the Shakinouts bassist who is leaving the band to go to Australia.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12655/ | 523 hits
From the start tonight the intention is making sure that the gig showcases songs from the Shakinouts' recently released EP, and hoping it's a successful farewell gig for Ben Hope, the Shakinouts bassist who is leaving the band to go to Australia.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12655/ | 523 hits
CD Review: ChasinJade - Untitled
This demo from Leeds based "groove-metallers" ChasinJade kicks off with 'Kiss The World Goodbye.' This track features an impressive high of pounding drums, raw, live-sounding riffs and screamo vocals, proving right from the start that ChasinJade can deliver the goods when it comes to professional-sounding metalcore.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10027/ | 621 hits
This demo from Leeds based "groove-metallers" ChasinJade kicks off with 'Kiss The World Goodbye.' This track features an impressive high of pounding drums, raw, live-sounding riffs and screamo vocals, proving right from the start that ChasinJade can deliver the goods when it comes to professional-sounding metalcore.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10027/ | 621 hits
CD Review: Rochelle - Untitled
Unfortunately for the discerning popster, this CD would not appear - like many a K-Tel offering of yesteryear - to be available in any shops.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8243/ | 268 hits
Unfortunately for the discerning popster, this CD would not appear - like many a K-Tel offering of yesteryear - to be available in any shops.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8243/ | 268 hits
Live Review: Snipereyes + Finka + Speakeasy + The Restaurant
Sounding like a hybrid of The La's accompanied by Beach Boys-esque style vocals The Restaurant open a mixed evening at the Vine in terms of style and quality.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3272/ | 709 hits
Sounding like a hybrid of The La's accompanied by Beach Boys-esque style vocals The Restaurant open a mixed evening at the Vine in terms of style and quality.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3272/ | 709 hits
CD Review: The Passing Fancy - Talking Sense Blues
'Talking Sense Blues,' the debut single from Wakefield's 'The Passing Fancy' is folkish indie with infectious percussion and hand-clapping sound effects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10633/ | 258 hits
'Talking Sense Blues,' the debut single from Wakefield's 'The Passing Fancy' is folkish indie with infectious percussion and hand-clapping sound effects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10633/ | 258 hits
CD Review: Lauren Harris - Calm Before The Storm
'Calm Before The Storm' is that most frustrating of things: an album lavished with effort, polished to within an inch of its life, and with an army of people contributing to each track (five people have a hand in 'Let Us Be') and yet, it's difficult to get excited about this album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9776/ | 1,259 hits
'Calm Before The Storm' is that most frustrating of things: an album lavished with effort, polished to within an inch of its life, and with an army of people contributing to each track (five people have a hand in 'Let Us Be') and yet, it's difficult to get excited about this album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9776/ | 1,259 hits
CD Review: Seismic Loveshift - Any Old Price
"sei'smic love'shift (n.) - geological earth movement akin to orgasm commonly occuring in West Yorkshire, created by the tumultuous confluence of crisp drumming, melodic bass, clean guitar and vocal mellifluence performing some of the most thoughtful, inspiring and haunting music of the twenty-first century" - SL.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/257/ | 234 hits
"sei'smic love'shift (n.) - geological earth movement akin to orgasm commonly occuring in West Yorkshire, created by the tumultuous confluence of crisp drumming, melodic bass, clean guitar and vocal mellifluence performing some of the most thoughtful, inspiring and haunting music of the twenty-first century" - SL.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/257/ | 234 hits
CD Review: Underclass - Beat Your Fist
This is an unintentionally comical and rather empty-headed rock cliche. It is well-played and well-written but utterly conventional and uninspired.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15949/ | 218 hits
This is an unintentionally comical and rather empty-headed rock cliche. It is well-played and well-written but utterly conventional and uninspired.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15949/ | 218 hits
Live Review: Aim For The Eyes + Catscans + Rupert Stroud + Oliver Manning
So here I am, it's Friday night and I'm upstairs at The Library for a 360 Club night eagerly anticipating what is renowned as a brilliant sample of Leeds bustling unsigned music scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15220/ | 577 hits
So here I am, it's Friday night and I'm upstairs at The Library for a 360 Club night eagerly anticipating what is renowned as a brilliant sample of Leeds bustling unsigned music scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15220/ | 577 hits
Live Review: Wintermute + Slow Club + iLiKETRAiNS + Sky Larkin
Well it has been quite a while since I stood in a university campus with any intent, to pick up my wristband for Live at Leeds, and the young man who checked my ID eyes widened when he saw my date of birth.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10691/ | 574 hits
Well it has been quite a while since I stood in a university campus with any intent, to pick up my wristband for Live at Leeds, and the young man who checked my ID eyes widened when he saw my date of birth.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10691/ | 574 hits
CD Review: Napoleon IIIrd - Hideki Yukawa
The designation of Napoleon IIIrd's 'Hideki Yukawa' release as a mini-album is a clear-cut example of understatement.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10556/ | 320 hits
The designation of Napoleon IIIrd's 'Hideki Yukawa' release as a mini-album is a clear-cut example of understatement.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10556/ | 320 hits
CD Review: Runaround Kids - Kiss Chase
The first professional release from Wakefield's Runaround Kids takes a little while to get going, thanks to unnecessary 'introductory' song 'Kiss Chase.' The spine-tingling atmospherics and frontman George Garthwaite's distant, crackling vocals make this sound bizarrely like the soundtrack to an episode of flash-in-the-pan online cartoon sensation Salad Fingers, which makes for um, interesting listening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11200/ | 826 hits
The first professional release from Wakefield's Runaround Kids takes a little while to get going, thanks to unnecessary 'introductory' song 'Kiss Chase.' The spine-tingling atmospherics and frontman George Garthwaite's distant, crackling vocals make this sound bizarrely like the soundtrack to an episode of flash-in-the-pan online cartoon sensation Salad Fingers, which makes for um, interesting listening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11200/ | 826 hits
CD Review: Eureka Machines - Everyone Loves You
'Everyone Loves You' is the first single to be lifted off Eureka Machine's full length debut 'Do Or Die.' A power pop rollercoaster of rock and roll riffs and stomping drumbeats, topped off with euphoric pop vocals, 'Everyone Loves You' successfully takes the rock and roll swagger of old, and slathers it in a pop gloss.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10577/ | 698 hits
'Everyone Loves You' is the first single to be lifted off Eureka Machine's full length debut 'Do Or Die.' A power pop rollercoaster of rock and roll riffs and stomping drumbeats, topped off with euphoric pop vocals, 'Everyone Loves You' successfully takes the rock and roll swagger of old, and slathers it in a pop gloss.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10577/ | 698 hits
Live Review: Visa + The Amazing Pilots + Being 747
Quite an eventful Saturday evening in the end. Firstly, I chatted away to Aeon prior to the Juno-2 gig at Royal Park Cellars - the interview should appear on the site in the next week or so - and then I bumped into Bella.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1140/ | 322 hits
Quite an eventful Saturday evening in the end. Firstly, I chatted away to Aeon prior to the Juno-2 gig at Royal Park Cellars - the interview should appear on the site in the next week or so - and then I bumped into Bella.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1140/ | 322 hits
CD Review: Watchers - Cut the Ribbon / Every Night I Look Strong
I was utterly floored by Watchers when they opened for The Charlatans on their acoustic tour last year and grabbed myself a couple of self-released CDs there and then.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17122/ | 298 hits
I was utterly floored by Watchers when they opened for The Charlatans on their acoustic tour last year and grabbed myself a couple of self-released CDs there and then.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17122/ | 298 hits
Live Review: The National + Caroline Martin
Atmosphere makes a big difference. As the crowds amass at the Met this evening, there seems to be an almost tacit consensus amongst the crowd that we're all here to be unashamed music lovers and, dare I say it, geeks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9724/ | 576 hits
Atmosphere makes a big difference. As the crowds amass at the Met this evening, there seems to be an almost tacit consensus amongst the crowd that we're all here to be unashamed music lovers and, dare I say it, geeks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9724/ | 576 hits
CD Review: New Adventures - In Our Hands
To say this is only New Adventures' second release (and their second single at that) is impressive. The title track is a slab of radio friendly, uplifting rock with the sort of soaring chorus that would give radio-rock superstars Coldplay and Snow Patrol a run for their money.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9875/ | 617 hits
To say this is only New Adventures' second release (and their second single at that) is impressive. The title track is a slab of radio friendly, uplifting rock with the sort of soaring chorus that would give radio-rock superstars Coldplay and Snow Patrol a run for their money.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9875/ | 617 hits
CD Review: The Tempus - Untitled
This demo kicks off in encouraging style, with 'Thieves and Lovers,' a blend of innovative riffs, subtle hooks, genuinely heartfelt lyrics and slick drum rolls.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10020/ | 573 hits
This demo kicks off in encouraging style, with 'Thieves and Lovers,' a blend of innovative riffs, subtle hooks, genuinely heartfelt lyrics and slick drum rolls.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10020/ | 573 hits
CD Review: Mybe - The Calm Before The Storn
Sheffield-based Mybe are on the brink of completing their as-yet-untitled new album and, to celebrate in profile-raising style, they're offering up this five track EP free from www.mybe-music.co.uk which features two album tracks and three EP-only tracks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10430/ | 534 hits
Sheffield-based Mybe are on the brink of completing their as-yet-untitled new album and, to celebrate in profile-raising style, they're offering up this five track EP free from www.mybe-music.co.uk which features two album tracks and three EP-only tracks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10430/ | 534 hits
CD Review: Thrice - Beggars
The ridiculously early leak of 'Beggars' has worked in favour of fans of Thrice, with the digital release of the album pushed forward from the planned October release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11060/ | 397 hits
The ridiculously early leak of 'Beggars' has worked in favour of fans of Thrice, with the digital release of the album pushed forward from the planned October release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11060/ | 397 hits
Live Review: The Scandal + Seeing Hester + The Mexanines + Seth Elton
Approaching 8:20pm, the first band is due on at half past and the atmosphere couldn't be more relaxed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17164/ | 274 hits
Approaching 8:20pm, the first band is due on at half past and the atmosphere couldn't be more relaxed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17164/ | 274 hits
Live Review: Hatch + Sugarvalve + Embassy
Live music seems to be undergoing some kind of renaissance in Leeds at the moment, with several new venues popping up here and there.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1137/ | 235 hits
Live music seems to be undergoing some kind of renaissance in Leeds at the moment, with several new venues popping up here and there.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1137/ | 235 hits
CD Review: Heaven's Basement - Unbreakable
It's been a while, but Heaven's Basement are finally back, and by the sounds of this 7-track EP, they mean serious business.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15165/ | 459 hits
It's been a while, but Heaven's Basement are finally back, and by the sounds of this 7-track EP, they mean serious business.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15165/ | 459 hits
Live Review: The Staves + Luke Sital-Singh
The Staves have been on my gig to do list for ages but bad luck and double bookings stopped me getting to a show.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17173/ | 369 hits
The Staves have been on my gig to do list for ages but bad luck and double bookings stopped me getting to a show.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17173/ | 369 hits
CD Review: Stylus - Untitled
Stylus are a heavy rock band from Cleckheaton. Their three track demo is available for download from the music section of their website.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3065/ | 355 hits
Stylus are a heavy rock band from Cleckheaton. Their three track demo is available for download from the music section of their website.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3065/ | 355 hits
Live Review: Visa
Free pizza anyone? Not only do you get a bright and diverse 40 minute set from this Leeds based outfit, but you also bag yourself some unwanted pizza, compliments of the management (that is if you get there early enough.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/905/ | 208 hits
Free pizza anyone? Not only do you get a bright and diverse 40 minute set from this Leeds based outfit, but you also bag yourself some unwanted pizza, compliments of the management (that is if you get there early enough.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/905/ | 208 hits
Feature: Jimmy Islip Blog 3
Jimmy's Third Chicago Blog Entry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14148/ | 700 hits
Jimmy's Third Chicago Blog Entry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14148/ | 700 hits
Band Profile: Rhesus
There are two bands called Rhesus, one from 1) France and 2) from the UK. The UK Rhesus have recently released their 3rd EP, The Narcolepsy Baby EP.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10364/ | 323 hits
There are two bands called Rhesus, one from 1) France and 2) from the UK. The UK Rhesus have recently released their 3rd EP, The Narcolepsy Baby EP.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10364/ | 323 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Acoustic Selection Box
The latest DVD released by Cool Acoustics, titled 'Acoustic Selection Box' gives the viewer over two hours of hidden gems from the acoustic music diamond mine.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11407/ | 344 hits
The latest DVD released by Cool Acoustics, titled 'Acoustic Selection Box' gives the viewer over two hours of hidden gems from the acoustic music diamond mine.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11407/ | 344 hits
CD Review: St Vincent - Actor
That's right, four and a half stars. Save yourself five minutes and just click the link below to purchase yourself a copy of the best album of the year so far: www.4ad.com.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10971/ | 433 hits
That's right, four and a half stars. Save yourself five minutes and just click the link below to purchase yourself a copy of the best album of the year so far: www.4ad.com.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10971/ | 433 hits
Live Review: Blood Red Shoes + The Cast of Cheers
Dublin based four piece The Cast of Cheers open tonight's show with a mixed display. With urgent vocals and driving beats it's like sophomoric Foals and the majority of their set, although hooky and technical, feels very self-conscious.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16596/ | 266 hits
Dublin based four piece The Cast of Cheers open tonight's show with a mixed display. With urgent vocals and driving beats it's like sophomoric Foals and the majority of their set, although hooky and technical, feels very self-conscious.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16596/ | 266 hits
CD Review: Brutality Will Prevail - Root of All Evil
South Wales breeds hardcore. I no longer have to imagine the Welsh punk rock-rooted counter culture scene as a massive glittery concussion of post- hardcore contraventions such as The Blackout or Kids In Glass Houses.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13540/ | 866 hits
South Wales breeds hardcore. I no longer have to imagine the Welsh punk rock-rooted counter culture scene as a massive glittery concussion of post- hardcore contraventions such as The Blackout or Kids In Glass Houses.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13540/ | 866 hits
Live Review: These Blue Arms + Tiny Giants + The Broken Buttons + Sawsound
Another Friday night, another 360 Club and another pretty good turn out for August largely thanks to the first act.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15140/ | 398 hits
Another Friday night, another 360 Club and another pretty good turn out for August largely thanks to the first act.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15140/ | 398 hits
CD Review: Kid iD - Black Comedy
'Black Comedy,' the debut EP from Leeds' Kid iD, is four folk-orientated tracks, where each song sets out to show a different facet of Kid iD's chosen genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10886/ | 528 hits
'Black Comedy,' the debut EP from Leeds' Kid iD, is four folk-orientated tracks, where each song sets out to show a different facet of Kid iD's chosen genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10886/ | 528 hits
CD Review: Blank Space - My Day with the Astronauts
The opening track to this impressive CD is a polite mellow number with country tendencies. Mainly acoustic guitar and piano with beautiful vocal harmonies and subtle use of percussion, this track shows the talent of the singer songwriter, Alex Dew.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/488/ | 365 hits
The opening track to this impressive CD is a polite mellow number with country tendencies. Mainly acoustic guitar and piano with beautiful vocal harmonies and subtle use of percussion, this track shows the talent of the singer songwriter, Alex Dew.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/488/ | 365 hits
Band Profile: Mumm-Ra
Mumm-Ra were an indie rock band which formed in 2000 in Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, United Kingdom. The band consisted of James New (vocals/keyboard/guitar), Oli Frost (guitar), Niall Buckler (bass), James Arguile (guitar), and Gareth Jennings (drums).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7236/ | 386 hits
Mumm-Ra were an indie rock band which formed in 2000 in Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, United Kingdom. The band consisted of James New (vocals/keyboard/guitar), Oli Frost (guitar), Niall Buckler (bass), James Arguile (guitar), and Gareth Jennings (drums).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7236/ | 386 hits
CD Review: Djevara - Third World War: Cast the First Stone
"Third World War", an opening track that explodes in your face, waltzes its way through a world of emotions, and politely passes you onto track two "The Death Of Cliff Richard".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8247/ | 271 hits
"Third World War", an opening track that explodes in your face, waltzes its way through a world of emotions, and politely passes you onto track two "The Death Of Cliff Richard".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8247/ | 271 hits
Live Review: Velvet Revolver + McQueen
7.00 PM and the gates to hell opened as an array of Velvet Revolver fans poured into Leeds Uni for a feast of pure rock n roll.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9678/ | 743 hits
7.00 PM and the gates to hell opened as an array of Velvet Revolver fans poured into Leeds Uni for a feast of pure rock n roll.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9678/ | 743 hits
CD Review: Sun Dial - Sun Dial
After a lengthy sabbatical, 1990's stoner rockers Sun Dial are back with a self-titled full length. What's impressive about 'Sun Dial,' is how each song manages to sound similar, without ever sounding the same.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12698/ | 550 hits
After a lengthy sabbatical, 1990's stoner rockers Sun Dial are back with a self-titled full length. What's impressive about 'Sun Dial,' is how each song manages to sound similar, without ever sounding the same.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12698/ | 550 hits
CD Review: The Marmozets - Out Of My Control
Without being patronising, to say Bingley-based band The Marmozets have an average age of sixteen (and, apparently, this EP was recorded when they had an average age of just fifteen,) 'Out Of My Control' is impressive.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10871/ | 1,506 hits
Without being patronising, to say Bingley-based band The Marmozets have an average age of sixteen (and, apparently, this EP was recorded when they had an average age of just fifteen,) 'Out Of My Control' is impressive.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10871/ | 1,506 hits
CD Review: The Dead Orchestra - Untitled
'Fragile Soul' is a slow-burner of delicate atmospherics that occasionally delivers a harder sound, thanks to an undercurrent of brooding riffs and increasingly urgent vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10508/ | 265 hits
'Fragile Soul' is a slow-burner of delicate atmospherics that occasionally delivers a harder sound, thanks to an undercurrent of brooding riffs and increasingly urgent vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10508/ | 265 hits
Live Review: LCD Soundsystem + Hot Chip + The Sunshine Underground
The night starts of very well indeed, as I enter the Blank Canvas I notice that tonight we have guest DJs doing sets in between sets which I absolutely loved.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6099/ | 2,116 hits
The night starts of very well indeed, as I enter the Blank Canvas I notice that tonight we have guest DJs doing sets in between sets which I absolutely loved.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6099/ | 2,116 hits
Live Review: The Blood Brothers + Help She Can't Swim
The start time is really delayed, doors are at 7ish and Help She Can't Swim do not appear until 8.45pm.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7862/ | 475 hits
The start time is really delayed, doors are at 7ish and Help She Can't Swim do not appear until 8.45pm.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7862/ | 475 hits
Live Review: The Humour + Vicious Cabaret
Parting company with one's musical tastes takes a lot in today's tightly packed music world, but the styles of Vicious Cabaret and The Humour are two bands not of the norm and can hold their heads up high among the rest of the Arctic Monkey wannabies out there as they challenged listeners at The Mixing Tin in Leeds to a different style of music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6410/ | 526 hits
Parting company with one's musical tastes takes a lot in today's tightly packed music world, but the styles of Vicious Cabaret and The Humour are two bands not of the norm and can hold their heads up high among the rest of the Arctic Monkey wannabies out there as they challenged listeners at The Mixing Tin in Leeds to a different style of music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6410/ | 526 hits
CD Review: Fleeing New York - AOK
I am loving the whole boy/girl vocal trend that seems to be kicking off at the moment. The Subways, Young Heart Attack, The Raveonettes all get the thumbs up from me for proving that rock 'n' roll is not gendered.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3322/ | 1,256 hits
I am loving the whole boy/girl vocal trend that seems to be kicking off at the moment. The Subways, Young Heart Attack, The Raveonettes all get the thumbs up from me for proving that rock 'n' roll is not gendered.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3322/ | 1,256 hits
Live Review: Last Letter
Having frequented Stinky's Peep House a couple of occasions before for a number of house/drum and bass nights, I must admit the venue did not register as the most obvious place where you would expect to find a rock gig on a Thursday night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3312/ | 436 hits
Having frequented Stinky's Peep House a couple of occasions before for a number of house/drum and bass nights, I must admit the venue did not register as the most obvious place where you would expect to find a rock gig on a Thursday night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3312/ | 436 hits
CD Review: Last Temple Orchestra - Untitled
The debut EP from Leeds' Last Temple Orchestra begins in promising fashion, with the excellent 'Inside.' Its spring-heeled drums are tempered by echoey chords, giving it an interestingly ethereal edge.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10251/ | 367 hits
The debut EP from Leeds' Last Temple Orchestra begins in promising fashion, with the excellent 'Inside.' Its spring-heeled drums are tempered by echoey chords, giving it an interestingly ethereal edge.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10251/ | 367 hits
Band Profile: De Novo Dahl
De Novo Dahl is an indie pop group formed in 2001 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States. The band consists of Joel Dahl (vocals, guitar), Serai Zaffiro (omnichord, vocals), Keith Lowen (bass), Matthew "Moose" Hungate (keyboard) and Joey "Mixta Huxtable" Andrews (drums) Drawing on the tones of artists such as David Bowie, Super Furry Animals, The Kinks, Supergrass and many more, De Novo Dahl was created in Nashville's burgeoning rock scene in 2001.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4674/ | 128 hits
De Novo Dahl is an indie pop group formed in 2001 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States. The band consists of Joel Dahl (vocals, guitar), Serai Zaffiro (omnichord, vocals), Keith Lowen (bass), Matthew "Moose" Hungate (keyboard) and Joey "Mixta Huxtable" Andrews (drums) Drawing on the tones of artists such as David Bowie, Super Furry Animals, The Kinks, Supergrass and many more, De Novo Dahl was created in Nashville's burgeoning rock scene in 2001.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4674/ | 128 hits
Live Review: The Summerfield + The Boy Tate
The room downstairs at Joseph's Well had been taken over by tables and chairs and subtle candlelight.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1155/ | 294 hits
The room downstairs at Joseph's Well had been taken over by tables and chairs and subtle candlelight.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1155/ | 294 hits
CD Review: Elysian Born - Magisterium
Elysian Born have the art of the introduction nailed: each song on this EP promises some taunt heavy metal muscle with a spot-on opening thirty seconds, and then completely loses the plot and throws everything at the listener in its quest for heaviness.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13754/ | 234 hits
Elysian Born have the art of the introduction nailed: each song on this EP promises some taunt heavy metal muscle with a spot-on opening thirty seconds, and then completely loses the plot and throws everything at the listener in its quest for heaviness.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13754/ | 234 hits
CD Review: Man Overboard - Real Talk
Man Overboard are here to "defend pop-punk" and as a lover of the genre I'd gladly head into battle with them.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16367/ | 135 hits
Man Overboard are here to "defend pop-punk" and as a lover of the genre I'd gladly head into battle with them.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16367/ | 135 hits
CD Review: Balto - October's Road
Taking the train to somewhere out in the middle of nowhere (just beyond god knows where) then walking back via the least populated route, used to be one of my favourite ways to while away a spare day.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15690/ | 504 hits
Taking the train to somewhere out in the middle of nowhere (just beyond god knows where) then walking back via the least populated route, used to be one of my favourite ways to while away a spare day.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15690/ | 504 hits
Live Review: goad + Nursery + Clone + Mutiny
After such a packed night on Tuesday, it was a bump back down to Earth tonight with a much smaller crowd who'd come to see four very different bands, none of which I'd seen before, so I looked forward to each one.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1164/ | 265 hits
After such a packed night on Tuesday, it was a bump back down to Earth tonight with a much smaller crowd who'd come to see four very different bands, none of which I'd seen before, so I looked forward to each one.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1164/ | 265 hits
Band Profile: Meet Me In Vegas
We are Meet Me In Vegas, creators of the 'Splash Pop' genre which we brought to the streets back in June 2008.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10428/ | 627 hits
We are Meet Me In Vegas, creators of the 'Splash Pop' genre which we brought to the streets back in June 2008.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10428/ | 627 hits
Interview: Umlaut
The best kind of pop music is pop music that knows it's pop music, and isn't afraid to tell everyone just how pop it is. Gavin Miller explains...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4284/ | 1,217 hits
The best kind of pop music is pop music that knows it's pop music, and isn't afraid to tell everyone just how pop it is. Gavin Miller explains...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4284/ | 1,217 hits
Live Review: Air Traffic
Putting Air Traffic as the second band on the line-up is extremely misleading. The implication given to the unsuspecting audience is that their performance will be equal to that of a slapdash support slot; anyone expecting this kind of set is about to be proved wrong in the most spectacular fashion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8535/ | 326 hits
Putting Air Traffic as the second band on the line-up is extremely misleading. The implication given to the unsuspecting audience is that their performance will be equal to that of a slapdash support slot; anyone expecting this kind of set is about to be proved wrong in the most spectacular fashion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8535/ | 326 hits
Live Review: Pray For Hayden + Tract + Dub City + Blue Tile Lounge
I'd never previously seen any of the bands I saw on Wednesday night but when I left at 11:15pm I felt like I'd heard three of them somewhere else before.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2490/ | 1,107 hits
I'd never previously seen any of the bands I saw on Wednesday night but when I left at 11:15pm I felt like I'd heard three of them somewhere else before.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2490/ | 1,107 hits
CD Review: Ellie Goulding - Lights
Ever since I watched young Ellie Goulding, from my bedroom, picking up the forever anticipated 'Critic's Choice Award' at the 2010 Brit's, I instantly trusted that this album was going to be the most highly recommended track of the year.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12683/ | 866 hits
Ever since I watched young Ellie Goulding, from my bedroom, picking up the forever anticipated 'Critic's Choice Award' at the 2010 Brit's, I instantly trusted that this album was going to be the most highly recommended track of the year.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12683/ | 866 hits
Live Review: The Breech + Silvertin + Snipereyes + The Pigeon Detectives
The crowd gather nervously near the back of the room as The Pigeon Detectives open up the evening's musical jamboree.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2798/ | 2,168 hits
The crowd gather nervously near the back of the room as The Pigeon Detectives open up the evening's musical jamboree.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2798/ | 2,168 hits
Live Review: Gold Blade + The Longshots + Buzzkill
It isn't every gig that ends with your correspondant being grabbed up onstage along with 20 or so other grinning loons to do backing vocals during the encore.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4001/ | 551 hits
It isn't every gig that ends with your correspondant being grabbed up onstage along with 20 or so other grinning loons to do backing vocals during the encore.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4001/ | 551 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Revenge of The Psychotronic Man Vs. The Fractions
'Revenge of The Psychotronic Man Vs. The Fractions' is the second release from Manchester-based TNS Records, and serves as a great introduction to two underground punk bands.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10365/ | 344 hits
'Revenge of The Psychotronic Man Vs. The Fractions' is the second release from Manchester-based TNS Records, and serves as a great introduction to two underground punk bands.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10365/ | 344 hits
Live Review: Wolf Gang + S.C.U.M + Niki & The Dove
The NME Radar tour came to town on Wednesday 12th October, the Cockpit hosted the bi-annual tour that really helps new music break across the country.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15555/ | 263 hits
The NME Radar tour came to town on Wednesday 12th October, the Cockpit hosted the bi-annual tour that really helps new music break across the country.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15555/ | 263 hits
Live Review: The Subways + The Holy Terror + The Detonators
I hate buses. The result of standing, freezing my backside off for 25 minutes, at a deserted bus stop in the middle of Kirkstall, was me, missing first support band of the night, The Detonators.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3301/ | 645 hits
I hate buses. The result of standing, freezing my backside off for 25 minutes, at a deserted bus stop in the middle of Kirkstall, was me, missing first support band of the night, The Detonators.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3301/ | 645 hits
Live Review: Nina Nastasia + Great Bear + David Thomas Broughton
"It's always fun to play in a church... more fun than going to church anyway!" It's quite a frustrating layout here at St.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1326/ | 437 hits
"It's always fun to play in a church... more fun than going to church anyway!" It's quite a frustrating layout here at St.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1326/ | 437 hits
Band Profile: While She Sleeps
Sheffield based metal/hardcore band. Lawrence Taylor - Vocals Mat Welsh - Guitar/Vocals Sean Long - Guitar Aaran McKenzie - Bass Adam Savage - Drums/Percussion Sheffield, England garnered a worldwide reputation for steel production during the boom time of the industrial revolution, earning itself the nickname "Steel City".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15599/ | 122 hits
Sheffield based metal/hardcore band. Lawrence Taylor - Vocals Mat Welsh - Guitar/Vocals Sean Long - Guitar Aaran McKenzie - Bass Adam Savage - Drums/Percussion Sheffield, England garnered a worldwide reputation for steel production during the boom time of the industrial revolution, earning itself the nickname "Steel City".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15599/ | 122 hits
Live Review: Beautiful Feet
In amongst the punks, skaters and frightening ska types in the local scene sit Beautiful Feet, an altogether more relaxed and calming bunch of guys, playing acoustic guitars and singing delicate songs about the brighter things in life.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/667/ | 263 hits
In amongst the punks, skaters and frightening ska types in the local scene sit Beautiful Feet, an altogether more relaxed and calming bunch of guys, playing acoustic guitars and singing delicate songs about the brighter things in life.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/667/ | 263 hits
CD Review: Being 747 - Shake Your Backbone
'Shake Your Backbone' is an EP that needs some introduction. The two songs are taken from the national-curriculum compliant 'Amoeba to Zebra' production that has been touring UK schools for the past year and a half.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12520/ | 345 hits
'Shake Your Backbone' is an EP that needs some introduction. The two songs are taken from the national-curriculum compliant 'Amoeba to Zebra' production that has been touring UK schools for the past year and a half.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12520/ | 345 hits
Live Review: Wheatus + Fin
A less than half empty room slowly fills up throughout the duration of Fin's set. Walking on stage and tuning up just before their intro tape begins then standing there waiting to begin playing pretty much sums Fin's on stage presence up.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1293/ | 426 hits
A less than half empty room slowly fills up throughout the duration of Fin's set. Walking on stage and tuning up just before their intro tape begins then standing there waiting to begin playing pretty much sums Fin's on stage presence up.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1293/ | 426 hits
Live Review: Fulc + The Others + Seven Hours
First onstage tonight are the Bradford-based quintet Seven Hours, who mix a dose of funk into their otherwise straight-ahead rock sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1102/ | 426 hits
First onstage tonight are the Bradford-based quintet Seven Hours, who mix a dose of funk into their otherwise straight-ahead rock sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1102/ | 426 hits
Live Review: Benjamin Francis Leftwich + Daughter + Monument Valley
The relaxed and chilled out atmosphere in the Brudenell was a match made in heaven for Benjamin Francis Leftwich's gig.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15553/ | 339 hits
The relaxed and chilled out atmosphere in the Brudenell was a match made in heaven for Benjamin Francis Leftwich's gig.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15553/ | 339 hits
CD Review: Liam Stone - I Didn't See My Reflection For The Entire Month Of March
18-year-old Mr Stone has lovingly nurtured and raised a small bedroom masterpiece. First track 'The Last Rose' is a perfect, aching tale of loss.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3107/ | 656 hits
18-year-old Mr Stone has lovingly nurtured and raised a small bedroom masterpiece. First track 'The Last Rose' is a perfect, aching tale of loss.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3107/ | 656 hits
Live Review: Phono Arts Theatre + Audio Republic + Deadwall + Andy Doonan
It's mid-April and by now all the students have well and truly buggered off leaving Hyde Park a ghost town (albeit a decidedly sunny ghost town).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14582/ | 562 hits
It's mid-April and by now all the students have well and truly buggered off leaving Hyde Park a ghost town (albeit a decidedly sunny ghost town).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14582/ | 562 hits
Band Profile: Smilex
Smilex are a great Rock 'n' Roll band - plain and fucking simple. Like all your favourite Rock 'N' Roll bands from the past but for here and now, not any fashionable year in the last century: Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals, Riffs, Hooks, Sweat, Blood, Sex, Drugs and Carnage!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4652/ | 165 hits
Smilex are a great Rock 'n' Roll band - plain and fucking simple. Like all your favourite Rock 'N' Roll bands from the past but for here and now, not any fashionable year in the last century: Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals, Riffs, Hooks, Sweat, Blood, Sex, Drugs and Carnage!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4652/ | 165 hits
Live Review: !!! + The Hundred in the Hands
The Hundred in the Hands Fortunately, due to the fact I'm in a brilliant and satisfying relationship, I can now watch beautiful female singers without my judgement being clouded by irritating things like 'romance'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13723/ | 303 hits
The Hundred in the Hands Fortunately, due to the fact I'm in a brilliant and satisfying relationship, I can now watch beautiful female singers without my judgement being clouded by irritating things like 'romance'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13723/ | 303 hits
Band Profile: Fortune Drive
Dear Ladies and Gents, (and other public domains that harbour drug taking and fornication) There comes a time in certain people's lives where particular alterations in their inner essence and outer individuality amalgamate to bring about one of mother nature's more impressive mechanisms: 'change'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7606/ | 147 hits
Dear Ladies and Gents, (and other public domains that harbour drug taking and fornication) There comes a time in certain people's lives where particular alterations in their inner essence and outer individuality amalgamate to bring about one of mother nature's more impressive mechanisms: 'change'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7606/ | 147 hits
CD Review: Exit State - Bad Days
'Bad Days,' the debut single from Lancashire's Exit State is catchy, bass-driven, mid-tempo rock. Its chorus follows the tried-and-tested formula of gang harmonies bouncing off frontman Roy Bright's hoarse-edged vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10765/ | 613 hits
'Bad Days,' the debut single from Lancashire's Exit State is catchy, bass-driven, mid-tempo rock. Its chorus follows the tried-and-tested formula of gang harmonies bouncing off frontman Roy Bright's hoarse-edged vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10765/ | 613 hits
CD Review: Lasse Brawn - Untitled
Within thirty seconds of EP-opener 'Watchmaker,' you'll know whether Lasse Brawn are for you or not, as 'Watchmaker' immediately throws up a solid wall of grinding, heavy metal riffs, punctuated by fast and furious drumbeats.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10512/ | 465 hits
Within thirty seconds of EP-opener 'Watchmaker,' you'll know whether Lasse Brawn are for you or not, as 'Watchmaker' immediately throws up a solid wall of grinding, heavy metal riffs, punctuated by fast and furious drumbeats.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10512/ | 465 hits
Live Review: Hundred Reasons
The Cockpit is sold out tonight and the biggest challenge for me tonight will involve trying to get a brief glimpse of the band, as most of the Hundred Reasons fanbase seem to tower above the 6ft mark.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3328/ | 721 hits
The Cockpit is sold out tonight and the biggest challenge for me tonight will involve trying to get a brief glimpse of the band, as most of the Hundred Reasons fanbase seem to tower above the 6ft mark.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3328/ | 721 hits
Live Review: The Stranglers + WIlko Johnson + Mike Marlin
On 12th March I got to the O2 Academy at quarter to seven assuming I would be queueing to find the doors had opened early, and that the gig would be finishing earlier than planned so that the Academy could get on with a club night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14412/ | 1,000 hits
On 12th March I got to the O2 Academy at quarter to seven assuming I would be queueing to find the doors had opened early, and that the gig would be finishing earlier than planned so that the Academy could get on with a club night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14412/ | 1,000 hits
Live Review: Doctor Dot + Films + Giraffey Fantastic + Benedict Blakey + Soulmates Never Die
Describing himself as 'the aural equivalent of a big bowl of ricicles' Joshua Lewis AKA Soulmates Never Die kicks off the evening with a well constructed acoustic folk set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13945/ | 352 hits
Describing himself as 'the aural equivalent of a big bowl of ricicles' Joshua Lewis AKA Soulmates Never Die kicks off the evening with a well constructed acoustic folk set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13945/ | 352 hits
Live Review: Tigerbomb + Jinzena + Unexploded Shells + Warning?!-Achtung?!
I had not heard any of these bands before the day of the gig, so I wasn't really sure what to expect.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6491/ | 702 hits
I had not heard any of these bands before the day of the gig, so I wasn't really sure what to expect.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6491/ | 702 hits
CD Review: Valleys - Ghost
The debut EP from Leeds' Valleys, mixes indie and rock with prominent Euro-pop synths, to mixed results.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10921/ | 361 hits
The debut EP from Leeds' Valleys, mixes indie and rock with prominent Euro-pop synths, to mixed results.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10921/ | 361 hits
CD Review: The Research - The Old Terminal
It may surprise some of my acquaintances, but I didn't always spend my spare evenings propping up the bar at the Faversham nursing a pint of Theakston and stroking my chin to the latest peripheral sounds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10173/ | 442 hits
It may surprise some of my acquaintances, but I didn't always spend my spare evenings propping up the bar at the Faversham nursing a pint of Theakston and stroking my chin to the latest peripheral sounds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10173/ | 442 hits
Live Review: Ellie Goulding + Sunday Girl + Bright Light Bright Light
Almost exactly half a lifetime ago I lost my live music virginity watching Radiohead tour 'The Bends' at the Town and Country Club in Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13738/ | 722 hits
Almost exactly half a lifetime ago I lost my live music virginity watching Radiohead tour 'The Bends' at the Town and Country Club in Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13738/ | 722 hits
Band Profile: Laish
Laish means The Tribe of Dan. This is Daniel Green's tribe music. Green, originally a solo performer moved to Brighton four years ago and has since been making himself very useful amongst the Willkommen Collective, a central part of the alternative folk scene by putting on shows and lending a musical hand to the likes of Sons of Noel and Adrian, Shoreline, Alessi's Ark and even Laura Marling.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9454/ | 234 hits
Laish means The Tribe of Dan. This is Daniel Green's tribe music. Green, originally a solo performer moved to Brighton four years ago and has since been making himself very useful amongst the Willkommen Collective, a central part of the alternative folk scene by putting on shows and lending a musical hand to the likes of Sons of Noel and Adrian, Shoreline, Alessi's Ark and even Laura Marling.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9454/ | 234 hits
Live Review: Tom Williams & The Boat + Sets + Daniel Pearson
It might have been the sunniest Saturday of 2011 so far, but everyone who chose to stay on Hyde Park with their disposable barbecues might have missed a little bit of gig gold tonight...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14556/ | 783 hits
It might have been the sunniest Saturday of 2011 so far, but everyone who chose to stay on Hyde Park with their disposable barbecues might have missed a little bit of gig gold tonight...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14556/ | 783 hits
Live Review: Hatch + Aeon
A Friday night running up to the New Year and a last minute decision, and a very kind offer of a lift from Steve Kind, sees me travelling out to Woodkirk Country Club, former home to Strychnine Lounge gigs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1150/ | 303 hits
A Friday night running up to the New Year and a last minute decision, and a very kind offer of a lift from Steve Kind, sees me travelling out to Woodkirk Country Club, former home to Strychnine Lounge gigs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1150/ | 303 hits
CD Review: The Dangerous Aces - ...Deny All Responsibility
TNS Records fans may remember The Dangerous Aces from the 'Mainstream Music is Shit' compilation, so it comes as no surprise that their debut album is fast and furious DIY punk rock, all gloopy with snot-nosed vocals and played with the sort of sloppy enthusiasm usually reserved for the live arena.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13600/ | 364 hits
TNS Records fans may remember The Dangerous Aces from the 'Mainstream Music is Shit' compilation, so it comes as no surprise that their debut album is fast and furious DIY punk rock, all gloopy with snot-nosed vocals and played with the sort of sloppy enthusiasm usually reserved for the live arena.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13600/ | 364 hits
CD Review: Josh Lees - Faith In A Box
The most impressive thing about Bradford-based Josh Lees' debut album, is his ability to tweak the usually restrictive acoustic pop formula, to give each song its own distinct character.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10922/ | 402 hits
The most impressive thing about Bradford-based Josh Lees' debut album, is his ability to tweak the usually restrictive acoustic pop formula, to give each song its own distinct character.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10922/ | 402 hits
CD Review: Toy Horses - Toy Horses
Let me paint you a picture- It's a dreary, cold and wet Saturday morning, some God-awful cooking show is on the television and, as usual, I'm hung-over and can be found staggering about the house with a cigarette in one hand and a cup of super-strength coffee in the other.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16274/ | 770 hits
Let me paint you a picture- It's a dreary, cold and wet Saturday morning, some God-awful cooking show is on the television and, as usual, I'm hung-over and can be found staggering about the house with a cigarette in one hand and a cup of super-strength coffee in the other.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16274/ | 770 hits
Live Review: Daze Edge + Ballyhoo/Eventide + The Voices + Epic Derek
Acoustic duo Epic Derek (aka Stephen Thwaites and Jim Bird) open tonight's 360 Club and despite the questionable name they deliver an impressive set dominated by sublime vocal harmonies that fall somewhere between RX Bandits and the Beach Boys.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16251/ | 562 hits
Acoustic duo Epic Derek (aka Stephen Thwaites and Jim Bird) open tonight's 360 Club and despite the questionable name they deliver an impressive set dominated by sublime vocal harmonies that fall somewhere between RX Bandits and the Beach Boys.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16251/ | 562 hits
CD Review: Itch - The Boy Who Cried Wolf
This is a third release from Batley's Itch. The passion, inventiveness and musical ambition of the 2001 debut "Spiralling Paper Planes" are still all there, with depth maturity and a surer sense of what Itch are all about.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/342/ | 741 hits
This is a third release from Batley's Itch. The passion, inventiveness and musical ambition of the 2001 debut "Spiralling Paper Planes" are still all there, with depth maturity and a surer sense of what Itch are all about.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/342/ | 741 hits
CD Review: Blue Sky Project - Fenestrae EP
'Fenestrae' is, quite simply everything one could possibly want from a proper debut, and more. The band lure you in on 'Splitlips' with Joe Wingfield's piano setting a false tone of an EP that's going to give you an easy ride before inescapably This Et Al-like guitars encroach on the sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8489/ | 557 hits
'Fenestrae' is, quite simply everything one could possibly want from a proper debut, and more. The band lure you in on 'Splitlips' with Joe Wingfield's piano setting a false tone of an EP that's going to give you an easy ride before inescapably This Et Al-like guitars encroach on the sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8489/ | 557 hits
Live Review: Ols Moore And The Gypsy Dogs + Ajanta + This Many Boyfriends + Danny and the Lost Souls
Danny and the Lost Souls pull a big crowd early on with their charming brand of funk, soul and rock'n'roll.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14280/ | 474 hits
Danny and the Lost Souls pull a big crowd early on with their charming brand of funk, soul and rock'n'roll.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14280/ | 474 hits
Live Review: Vessels + Immune + Itch + Downdime + i concur
The Brudenell has played host to a number of extremely special shows in recent times, and tonight Vessels laid down a pretty good claim as to why this should go down as one of them. The homecoming gig of their UK tour, tonight showcased some of the very best in emerging talent from Leeds, culminating in one of the finest shows Radio One's favourite unsigned band have ever performed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8098/ | 531 hits
The Brudenell has played host to a number of extremely special shows in recent times, and tonight Vessels laid down a pretty good claim as to why this should go down as one of them. The homecoming gig of their UK tour, tonight showcased some of the very best in emerging talent from Leeds, culminating in one of the finest shows Radio One's favourite unsigned band have ever performed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8098/ | 531 hits
CD Review: Vinzenz Benjamin - Solid State
As an internet advertised 'Music Reviewer' you open yourself up to any number of varied requests. From 60 minute guitar solo albums peeled out of teenager's bedrooms (which are either deliberately Lo-FI, or just poorly produced), to accomplished, touring bands which you can tell from one listen are on the cusp of really making it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14894/ | 279 hits
As an internet advertised 'Music Reviewer' you open yourself up to any number of varied requests. From 60 minute guitar solo albums peeled out of teenager's bedrooms (which are either deliberately Lo-FI, or just poorly produced), to accomplished, touring bands which you can tell from one listen are on the cusp of really making it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14894/ | 279 hits
Live Review: Manchester Orchestra
Hailing from Georgia, the Manchester Orchestra are an annoyingly young band of incredibly gifted musicians playing emotionally charged indie with a dark edged sugar coating.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9216/ | 624 hits
Hailing from Georgia, the Manchester Orchestra are an annoyingly young band of incredibly gifted musicians playing emotionally charged indie with a dark edged sugar coating.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9216/ | 624 hits
Live Review: The 42 Tones + Saving Lenny + Polarize
I must apologise to the first band of this evening (Superman's heroes or something?). Anyway. I arrived slightly late (8:40) but I thought that I'd still catch about 20-25 minutes of the first band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1078/ | 300 hits
I must apologise to the first band of this evening (Superman's heroes or something?). Anyway. I arrived slightly late (8:40) but I thought that I'd still catch about 20-25 minutes of the first band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1078/ | 300 hits
CD Review: Slaraffenklang - Danish Dynamite Live at Sono Festival
Fellow Danes Slaraffenland and Efterklang forming a supergroup for a one-off 'jam session' performance to be recorded live: the concept alone of this E.P is nothing short of inspired, but its often beautiful delicacy of execution and musically innovative arrangements and approaches, are of equal testament to their creative musicianship as to their practical and social abilities.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10457/ | 314 hits
Fellow Danes Slaraffenland and Efterklang forming a supergroup for a one-off 'jam session' performance to be recorded live: the concept alone of this E.P is nothing short of inspired, but its often beautiful delicacy of execution and musically innovative arrangements and approaches, are of equal testament to their creative musicianship as to their practical and social abilities.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10457/ | 314 hits
Live Review: Dartz! + Shut Your Eyes And You'll Burst Into Flames + Hot Club De Paris
Ah, the mighty Dance To The Radio night strikes again. Never a month goes past without another three bands more than worthy of headlining a show all by themselves being wheeled out and cast asunder to a crowd that in the most part aren't overly familiar with the talent on show but are more than willing to co-operate (or at least pensively listen) to what DTTR has to offer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6567/ | 1,283 hits
Ah, the mighty Dance To The Radio night strikes again. Never a month goes past without another three bands more than worthy of headlining a show all by themselves being wheeled out and cast asunder to a crowd that in the most part aren't overly familiar with the talent on show but are more than willing to co-operate (or at least pensively listen) to what DTTR has to offer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6567/ | 1,283 hits
CD Review: The Get Up Kids - There Are Rules
Pete Wentz once said that if it weren't for the band The Get Up Kids, then Fall Out Boy would never have even formed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14186/ | 393 hits
Pete Wentz once said that if it weren't for the band The Get Up Kids, then Fall Out Boy would never have even formed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14186/ | 393 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Brew // DTTR Split 10
Brew have certainly demonstrated a keen eye for finding 'the next big thing'; at least as far as innovative new Yorkshire bands go.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14496/ | 588 hits
Brew have certainly demonstrated a keen eye for finding 'the next big thing'; at least as far as innovative new Yorkshire bands go.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14496/ | 588 hits
Live Review: Hayashi + Black Diamond Bay + Eclectic + BoxSmash
Laptops - all the cool bands have them (apparently). With this in mind, it's 360 Club with a more electronic flavour tonight, The Library packed as per.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14707/ | 484 hits
Laptops - all the cool bands have them (apparently). With this in mind, it's 360 Club with a more electronic flavour tonight, The Library packed as per.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14707/ | 484 hits
Live Review: Dog Is Dead + Marsicans + Unions
You know, sometimes it's good to get out mid week. As a hard working University student (Excuse the lie) I couldn't resist The Cockpit's latest offering of Dog Is Dead, Marsicans and Unions.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15685/ | 257 hits
You know, sometimes it's good to get out mid week. As a hard working University student (Excuse the lie) I couldn't resist The Cockpit's latest offering of Dog Is Dead, Marsicans and Unions.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15685/ | 257 hits
Band Profile: Engineers
Engineers are a British shoegaze band, composed of Simon Phipps (vocals/guitars), Mark Peters (vocals/guitars/bass), Daniel Land (bass), Ulrich Schnauss (keyboards), and Matthew Gilbert Linley (drums).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/5943/ | 207 hits
Engineers are a British shoegaze band, composed of Simon Phipps (vocals/guitars), Mark Peters (vocals/guitars/bass), Daniel Land (bass), Ulrich Schnauss (keyboards), and Matthew Gilbert Linley (drums).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/5943/ | 207 hits
Live Review: Glasvegas + GoGoBot
This was perhaps my most anticipated gig of the year so far. Ever since hearing 'Daddy's Gone' I've been a big fan and having missed their last trip to Leeds at the Faversham I was not going to miss this one.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9673/ | 797 hits
This was perhaps my most anticipated gig of the year so far. Ever since hearing 'Daddy's Gone' I've been a big fan and having missed their last trip to Leeds at the Faversham I was not going to miss this one.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9673/ | 797 hits
Live Review: Titans Troubadours + The Hypes + 12:27 + Square Figures
There's a good atmosphere tonight at the 360 Club, and to open up we have a two man band Square Figures.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17226/ | 311 hits
There's a good atmosphere tonight at the 360 Club, and to open up we have a two man band Square Figures.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17226/ | 311 hits
CD Review: None The Less - The Way To Save Ourselves
There's no denying that None The Less' mini album is an impressive one, but it's also one that has some very clear negative points, in addition to good ones.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10800/ | 624 hits
There's no denying that None The Less' mini album is an impressive one, but it's also one that has some very clear negative points, in addition to good ones.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10800/ | 624 hits
CD Review: The Savage Nomads - Coloured Clutter
The problem with filling every spare minute with music is you'll read and hear more than you can retain.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15752/ | 482 hits
The problem with filling every spare minute with music is you'll read and hear more than you can retain.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15752/ | 482 hits
CD Review: Miles Kane - Colour of the Trap
Miles Kane is a productive lad. In only a short few years he's gone from playing guitar in The Little Flames to piloting The Rascals, collaborating with Arctic Monkeys, and co-fronting The Last Shadow Puppets with best mate Alex Turner.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15142/ | 432 hits
Miles Kane is a productive lad. In only a short few years he's gone from playing guitar in The Little Flames to piloting The Rascals, collaborating with Arctic Monkeys, and co-fronting The Last Shadow Puppets with best mate Alex Turner.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15142/ | 432 hits
Live Review: The Gift + Lunar Camels + Draco
Using a quote from one of the recent CD reviews, I was "suitably impressed" with last night's gig. It's Gone Ballistic yet again gave another three young bands the opportunity to impress in one of Leeds' finest live music venues - as Draco, Lunar Camels and The Gift were the people to rock'n'roll us through the evening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/839/ | 310 hits
Using a quote from one of the recent CD reviews, I was "suitably impressed" with last night's gig. It's Gone Ballistic yet again gave another three young bands the opportunity to impress in one of Leeds' finest live music venues - as Draco, Lunar Camels and The Gift were the people to rock'n'roll us through the evening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/839/ | 310 hits
CD Review: Lethargy - Purification
Classic rock seems to be enjoying a bit of a resurgence as of late and, if this continues, then Welsh four-piece Lethargy are definitely in the running for a piece of the action with their second full length, 'Purification.' Album opener 'Stealth' is a poised and polished statement of intent, its dark chug overlaid with plenty of classy riffing and a cocksure, rock and roll swagger.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10684/ | 573 hits
Classic rock seems to be enjoying a bit of a resurgence as of late and, if this continues, then Welsh four-piece Lethargy are definitely in the running for a piece of the action with their second full length, 'Purification.' Album opener 'Stealth' is a poised and polished statement of intent, its dark chug overlaid with plenty of classy riffing and a cocksure, rock and roll swagger.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10684/ | 573 hits
Live Review: Honeycomb Love + 12:27 + Daze Edge + Damn Dirty Apes
The 360 Club (located upstairs at The Library pub) is a venue full of benefits. The sound is excellent and although the intimate club is by no means the largest setting in Leeds, (you're never more than 10ft away from the bar - another bonus!); the charming location is deceptively wide, creating ample space for upwards of 250 people.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16052/ | 499 hits
The 360 Club (located upstairs at The Library pub) is a venue full of benefits. The sound is excellent and although the intimate club is by no means the largest setting in Leeds, (you're never more than 10ft away from the bar - another bonus!); the charming location is deceptively wide, creating ample space for upwards of 250 people.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16052/ | 499 hits
Live Review: Northern Torch + Secret Sirens + Claire Cameron + Soulmates Never Die
Soulmates Never Die aka Josh Lewis is definitely the odd one out on tonight's roster. He has the difficult job of opening the proceedings with his one man acoustic musings as the packed out room waits for the far poppier acts to follow.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14171/ | 651 hits
Soulmates Never Die aka Josh Lewis is definitely the odd one out on tonight's roster. He has the difficult job of opening the proceedings with his one man acoustic musings as the packed out room waits for the far poppier acts to follow.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14171/ | 651 hits
Live Review: The Paddingtons + Five O'Clock Heroes + The Old House
Matt Knee is the smiliest drummer I have ever had the pleasure to watch! It made my night to see someone up there who was clearly enjoying every moment and who was not too ashamed to show his excitement.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3552/ | 1,427 hits
Matt Knee is the smiliest drummer I have ever had the pleasure to watch! It made my night to see someone up there who was clearly enjoying every moment and who was not too ashamed to show his excitement.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3552/ | 1,427 hits
Live Review: Little Wrong 'Uns + Danny and the Lost Souls + The Laurels + Broken Sunsets + Dom Pusey
Unbilled opening act was the acoustic stylings of Dom Pusey, diving headlong into the murky waters of the tired old world of the singer/songwriter and somehow coming out dry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14743/ | 448 hits
Unbilled opening act was the acoustic stylings of Dom Pusey, diving headlong into the murky waters of the tired old world of the singer/songwriter and somehow coming out dry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14743/ | 448 hits
CD Review: Amarante - Udana Prana
Lately I've immersed myself in new music so much that coming up for air long enough to write about it was far down my list.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17450/ | 264 hits
Lately I've immersed myself in new music so much that coming up for air long enough to write about it was far down my list.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17450/ | 264 hits
Live Review: Peace + Palma Violets + Miles Kane + Django Django
With 'In Love' due to drop on the 25th March, Peace certainly have some questions to answer. Their debut release 'EP delicious' being championed by NME and The Fly, it's interesting to see how their live show shapes up.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17372/ | 208 hits
With 'In Love' due to drop on the 25th March, Peace certainly have some questions to answer. Their debut release 'EP delicious' being championed by NME and The Fly, it's interesting to see how their live show shapes up.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17372/ | 208 hits
Live Review: The Sunshine Underground + The New Black + Walker
Walker's instruments are powerful: drums are hit, guitars are thwacked, bass is appropriately loud; 'tis a shame that the vocals can't cope/don't try.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3323/ | 827 hits
Walker's instruments are powerful: drums are hit, guitars are thwacked, bass is appropriately loud; 'tis a shame that the vocals can't cope/don't try.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3323/ | 827 hits
Feature: Black Light Burns: Wes Borland Brings Hard Rock Supergroup to Our Shores.
Matt Benatan introduces Wes Borland's new project, Black Light Burns.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17261/ | 1,900 hits
Matt Benatan introduces Wes Borland's new project, Black Light Burns.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17261/ | 1,900 hits
Live Review: The Stills + The Open + Kaiser Chiefs
Two support bands. Why? Why oh fucking why? Maybe I need clarification, but I thought the whole point of a support band was to warm up the crowd for the main event, not take away all the time from them?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2377/ | 1,961 hits
Two support bands. Why? Why oh fucking why? Maybe I need clarification, but I thought the whole point of a support band was to warm up the crowd for the main event, not take away all the time from them?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2377/ | 1,961 hits
