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CD Review: The Polyphonic Spree - Soldier Girl (remixes)
So it's a single with remixes. This used to annoy me, but recently I've been looking forward to hear how my favourite electro (or not) artists mangle indie songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/531/ | 127 hits
So it's a single with remixes. This used to annoy me, but recently I've been looking forward to hear how my favourite electro (or not) artists mangle indie songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/531/ | 127 hits
CD Review: Tindersticks - Don't even go there EP
Get warmed up for this Summer's album release and tour with four new songs from an effortlessly mature Tindersticks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/541/ | 177 hits
Get warmed up for this Summer's album release and tour with four new songs from an effortlessly mature Tindersticks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/541/ | 177 hits
CD Review: White Denim - Workout Holiday
Workout Holiday is a collection of re-recorded songs from the first two EPs by White Denim. This ramshackle three-piece from Austin have been causing a bit of a stir of late, and on this evidence it's fairly easy to see what the fuss is about.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9645/ | 266 hits
Workout Holiday is a collection of re-recorded songs from the first two EPs by White Denim. This ramshackle three-piece from Austin have been causing a bit of a stir of late, and on this evidence it's fairly easy to see what the fuss is about.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9645/ | 266 hits
CD Review: Tokyo Police Club - In a Cave
'In a Cave' is taken from Tokyo Police Club's debut album 'Elephant Shelf,' and if this track is anything to go by then the current chart-bothering indie giants had better watch out.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9641/ | 171 hits
'In a Cave' is taken from Tokyo Police Club's debut album 'Elephant Shelf,' and if this track is anything to go by then the current chart-bothering indie giants had better watch out.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9641/ | 171 hits
CD Review: Paraffin Alien - Slouch EP
Ok, so it's a given, some bands are live bands that can put on a prolific show, but can't quite cut it when it comes to knuckling down and making a good record , whereas there are some, that are bland on stage, yet can come up with the goods for the listeners.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7323/ | 166 hits
Ok, so it's a given, some bands are live bands that can put on a prolific show, but can't quite cut it when it comes to knuckling down and making a good record , whereas there are some, that are bland on stage, yet can come up with the goods for the listeners.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7323/ | 166 hits
CD Review: Viva Stereo - Resistance EP
Opening track Chaos Adores Me is a slow burning 'Mondays' style tune with some random, and lyrically weak, ramblings over the top.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/581/ | 117 hits
Opening track Chaos Adores Me is a slow burning 'Mondays' style tune with some random, and lyrically weak, ramblings over the top.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/581/ | 117 hits
CD Review: All My Friends Are Dead - Untitled
Another group to add to the new movement of Leeds-based post-rock outfits, All My Friends Are Dead arrive with a three-track debut demo that, while showcasing a promising musical style, still feels a little unfinished.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4255/ | 314 hits
Another group to add to the new movement of Leeds-based post-rock outfits, All My Friends Are Dead arrive with a three-track debut demo that, while showcasing a promising musical style, still feels a little unfinished.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4255/ | 314 hits
CD Review: Fury of the Headteachers - You Took a Scythe Home
Fury of the Headteachers have come up with a unique style of punk music. It's hard, full of aggression and passion, but they never lose their sense of purpose.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8284/ | 198 hits
Fury of the Headteachers have come up with a unique style of punk music. It's hard, full of aggression and passion, but they never lose their sense of purpose.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8284/ | 198 hits
CD Review: Five Years Later - Untitled
It's difficult to know what to say about this music. Ever start telling someone a joke and forget the punch line halfway through?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/96/ | 83 hits
It's difficult to know what to say about this music. Ever start telling someone a joke and forget the punch line halfway through?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/96/ | 83 hits
CD Review: Mynas - Untitled
Barnsley trio Mynas offer up three tracks of melodic, easy-on-the-ears indie with just enough undemanding hooks to make for enjoyable listening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10126/ | 137 hits
Barnsley trio Mynas offer up three tracks of melodic, easy-on-the-ears indie with just enough undemanding hooks to make for enjoyable listening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10126/ | 137 hits
CD Review: Tunng - Woodcat
Tunng's first album, 'This is Tunng' was a triumph of electro-folk in a similar, but more accomplished and darker vein to that of The Earlies with whom they worked.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6651/ | 169 hits
Tunng's first album, 'This is Tunng' was a triumph of electro-folk in a similar, but more accomplished and darker vein to that of The Earlies with whom they worked.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6651/ | 169 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/ | 142 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/ | 142 hits
CD Review: Justin Sandercoe - Small Town Eyes
Justin Sandercoe has been referred to as the first internet superstar, because of the guitar lessons he has available via his web site Justinguitar.com.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12296/ | 711 hits
Justin Sandercoe has been referred to as the first internet superstar, because of the guitar lessons he has available via his web site Justinguitar.com.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12296/ | 711 hits
CD Review: Juxtaposition - Take a Holiday
Taken from the forthcoming 5-track EP, Take A Holiday is one of Juxtaposition's more accessible songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/297/ | 224 hits
Taken from the forthcoming 5-track EP, Take A Holiday is one of Juxtaposition's more accessible songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/297/ | 224 hits
CD Review: The Black Bloc - Untitled
These 4 lads hail from Huddersfield, and are fairly embryonic as they formed in 2006. The time spent since has been put to productive use under the watchful eye of producer Steve Whitfield, resulting in this 3 track offering.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9193/ | 322 hits
These 4 lads hail from Huddersfield, and are fairly embryonic as they formed in 2006. The time spent since has been put to productive use under the watchful eye of producer Steve Whitfield, resulting in this 3 track offering.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9193/ | 322 hits
Live Review: The Stations + Kram + Dinosaur Pile-up
If at any point I think that covering all of the Futuresound heats is starting to drag or feel too much like hard work, sets as top-drawer as the one Dinosaur Pile-up spoil us with tonight will surely stand as proof that it's worth making the effort for these gigs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9861/ | 341 hits
If at any point I think that covering all of the Futuresound heats is starting to drag or feel too much like hard work, sets as top-drawer as the one Dinosaur Pile-up spoil us with tonight will surely stand as proof that it's worth making the effort for these gigs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9861/ | 341 hits
CD Review: The New Amsterdams - Story Like a Scar
Story like a Scar opens with two undeniably perfect tracks defining the album genre as mellow folk. The New Amsterdams incorporate country-style instruments such as a harmonica, banjo and stand-up bass for a brilliant effect.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6885/ | 136 hits
Story like a Scar opens with two undeniably perfect tracks defining the album genre as mellow folk. The New Amsterdams incorporate country-style instruments such as a harmonica, banjo and stand-up bass for a brilliant effect.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6885/ | 136 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/ | 541 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/ | 541 hits
Live Review: Sugarvalve + Helen + Inertia
Tonight's gig at the increasingly popular Rocket venue again showed the diversity of talent playing in Leeds at present.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/841/ | 123 hits
Tonight's gig at the increasingly popular Rocket venue again showed the diversity of talent playing in Leeds at present.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/841/ | 123 hits
CD Review: The Go! Team - Grip Like A Vice
Since bursting onto the scene in 2004 with Mercury Prize nominated debut album 'Thunder Lightning Strike', The Go!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8685/ | 175 hits
Since bursting onto the scene in 2004 with Mercury Prize nominated debut album 'Thunder Lightning Strike', The Go!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8685/ | 175 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Attack!!!! Issue 9
Every track on Attack!!!! 9 is inspired by a piece of Dutch prose published in the previous issue of the accompanying Attack!!!!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9807/ | 307 hits
Every track on Attack!!!! 9 is inspired by a piece of Dutch prose published in the previous issue of the accompanying Attack!!!!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9807/ | 307 hits
Live Review: Vae Solis + Action Directe + Beyond Redemption
So, metal night at the Royal Park, and the turnout looks quite good as the first band, BEYOND REDEMPTION, take the stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/923/ | 65 hits
So, metal night at the Royal Park, and the turnout looks quite good as the first band, BEYOND REDEMPTION, take the stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/923/ | 65 hits
CD Review: Grammatics - The Vague Archive
Grammatics, hailing from Leeds are an interesting mixture of cellos with indie pop rock. Having a real soft spot for classical music myself, I was slightly apprehensive at this unusual cello/indie mash up.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10194/ | 466 hits
Grammatics, hailing from Leeds are an interesting mixture of cellos with indie pop rock. Having a real soft spot for classical music myself, I was slightly apprehensive at this unusual cello/indie mash up.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10194/ | 466 hits
CD Review: The Dead Weather - Horehound
The birth of The Dead Weather came about during the last Raconteurs tour in 2008. Struggling with his voice, Jack White invited The Kills lead sing Alison Mosshart onto the stage to deputise for the final few shows; her band had been the support act.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11073/ | 252 hits
The birth of The Dead Weather came about during the last Raconteurs tour in 2008. Struggling with his voice, Jack White invited The Kills lead sing Alison Mosshart onto the stage to deputise for the final few shows; her band had been the support act.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11073/ | 252 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/ | 119 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/ | 119 hits
Band Profile: Capri
CAPRI - Leeds' very own powerhouse Funk band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1687/ | 598 hits
CAPRI - Leeds' very own powerhouse Funk band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1687/ | 598 hits
CD Review: The Unseen Guest - Out There
The Unseen Guest are duo Declan Murray and Amith Narayan. On this 10 song lavishly produced album (music and packaging) the pair broadened their horizons beyond the standard acoustic back bone of their music with some interesting eastern editions.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4262/ | 168 hits
The Unseen Guest are duo Declan Murray and Amith Narayan. On this 10 song lavishly produced album (music and packaging) the pair broadened their horizons beyond the standard acoustic back bone of their music with some interesting eastern editions.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4262/ | 168 hits
CD Review: 2012 - Untitled
After seeing this band live for the first time earlier on in the year, I just had to listen to their EP as soon as it was made just to see if these Bradford psychedelic punk-ish rockers live up to their live performance in the studio.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4235/ | 265 hits
After seeing this band live for the first time earlier on in the year, I just had to listen to their EP as soon as it was made just to see if these Bradford psychedelic punk-ish rockers live up to their live performance in the studio.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4235/ | 265 hits
CD Review: Farming Incident - Our Glorious Five Year Plan
The black sheep of the Wrath Records family, Farming Incident have been ploughing (ouch) their trade in these fields, as it says on the tin, for five years or so.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3921/ | 239 hits
The black sheep of the Wrath Records family, Farming Incident have been ploughing (ouch) their trade in these fields, as it says on the tin, for five years or so.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3921/ | 239 hits
CD Review: Personal Hell - Untitled
The biog of Personal Hell tells the tale of one man's fight (Arfan Shah - the man behind the music) to push his poetry accompanied alternative dance beats to the masses.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/224/ | 105 hits
The biog of Personal Hell tells the tale of one man's fight (Arfan Shah - the man behind the music) to push his poetry accompanied alternative dance beats to the masses.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/224/ | 105 hits
Live Review: Misled Vision + Esclavage + Fifth Goodbye
Fifth Goodbye put in a refined performance in front of an expectant crowd to promote their new EP entitled 'This Is My Impression'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1054/ | 228 hits
Fifth Goodbye put in a refined performance in front of an expectant crowd to promote their new EP entitled 'This Is My Impression'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1054/ | 228 hits
Live Review: Herrod + Missed Her Bliss + Chevron
Not being witness to the rebirth of Chevron on Tuesday (jazz odyssey, anyone?) here I am, two days two late with the latest news as usual, and wondering why I only ever seem to write reviews of Chevron and Herrod gigs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/725/ | 130 hits
Not being witness to the rebirth of Chevron on Tuesday (jazz odyssey, anyone?) here I am, two days two late with the latest news as usual, and wondering why I only ever seem to write reviews of Chevron and Herrod gigs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/725/ | 130 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/ | 389 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/ | 389 hits
CD Review: Seven Nautical Miles - Every Ocean Reversed
Like six post-metal Viking Kings wandering in search of their riff Valhalla, Seven Nautical Miles' debut album is a densely layered, dark and brooding affair in the tradition of all great epic post-metal bands - namely, that crushingly heavy, glacial guitars are interspersed with delicate light arpeggios that glimmer like the aurora borealis (ok, enough Viking/Scandinavian clichés).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10148/ | 133 hits
Like six post-metal Viking Kings wandering in search of their riff Valhalla, Seven Nautical Miles' debut album is a densely layered, dark and brooding affair in the tradition of all great epic post-metal bands - namely, that crushingly heavy, glacial guitars are interspersed with delicate light arpeggios that glimmer like the aurora borealis (ok, enough Viking/Scandinavian clichés).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10148/ | 133 hits
CD Review: M83 - Before The Dawn Heals Us
The tongue twisting M83 are named after a Spiral Galaxy in a star-system far, far away. Now on their third album, they sound as grandiose as their inter-galactic moniker, merging rock, dance, instrumental mayhem and anything else they can find in the cosmic bargain bin.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3429/ | 602 hits
The tongue twisting M83 are named after a Spiral Galaxy in a star-system far, far away. Now on their third album, they sound as grandiose as their inter-galactic moniker, merging rock, dance, instrumental mayhem and anything else they can find in the cosmic bargain bin.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3429/ | 602 hits
CD Review: Kill Hannah - Until Theres Nothing Left Of Us
Kill Hannah's 'Until There's Nothing Left of Us' saw a US release in 2006. Now, two years later, it finally gets a UK release with a modified tracklisting that sees a number of the album's original songs dropped in favour of three tracks from Kill Hannah's as-yet-unreleased-in-the-UK debut, 'For Ever and Never.' The result is more a 'best of' than a coherent album, but you can hardly blame Kill Hannah for wanting to make the best possible impression on the UK audience.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9587/ | 1,074 hits
Kill Hannah's 'Until There's Nothing Left of Us' saw a US release in 2006. Now, two years later, it finally gets a UK release with a modified tracklisting that sees a number of the album's original songs dropped in favour of three tracks from Kill Hannah's as-yet-unreleased-in-the-UK debut, 'For Ever and Never.' The result is more a 'best of' than a coherent album, but you can hardly blame Kill Hannah for wanting to make the best possible impression on the UK audience.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9587/ | 1,074 hits
CD Review: Stillman - The Weightless EP
It's relatively difficult to pick up the style and genre of Stillman from the first track "Foreword".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4337/ | 161 hits
It's relatively difficult to pick up the style and genre of Stillman from the first track "Foreword".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4337/ | 161 hits
CD Review: Gamma Ray Sam - A Short Course in Long Term Happiness
I'd be surprised if the irony in the title of this album was lost on anyone who listened to it. As per usual the PR pamphlet that came along with said album tells me that it is 'highly acclaimed'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7628/ | 105 hits
I'd be surprised if the irony in the title of this album was lost on anyone who listened to it. As per usual the PR pamphlet that came along with said album tells me that it is 'highly acclaimed'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7628/ | 105 hits
Live Review: This Et Al + The Lodger + These Monsters + Wintermute + Paul Marshall + Napoleon IIIrd + Two Minute Noodles
"Shall we get started, then?" comes the casual enquiry from Two Minute Noodles, after a playful soundcheck from the duo.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9405/ | 484 hits
"Shall we get started, then?" comes the casual enquiry from Two Minute Noodles, after a playful soundcheck from the duo.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9405/ | 484 hits
CD Review: The Bear Driver - Paws And Claws
The Bear Driver show no signs of hesitation in demonstrating their creative prowess on 'Paws and Claws' - the concise three-track E.P hasn't any time to waste on rehashes or reiterations, and each tune in turn showcases their distinctive songwriting style.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10580/ | 235 hits
The Bear Driver show no signs of hesitation in demonstrating their creative prowess on 'Paws and Claws' - the concise three-track E.P hasn't any time to waste on rehashes or reiterations, and each tune in turn showcases their distinctive songwriting style.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10580/ | 235 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/ | 122 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/ | 122 hits
CD Review: The Dead Pets - Untitled
More of a commercial sound than the last CD, which is noticeable from the outset. Whilst I have to admit I liked the kinda raw feel of "Too little Too Late" this could be a step into the right direction for the band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/296/ | 259 hits
More of a commercial sound than the last CD, which is noticeable from the outset. Whilst I have to admit I liked the kinda raw feel of "Too little Too Late" this could be a step into the right direction for the band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/296/ | 259 hits
Live Review: Jack Afro + The Finnlys + The Bribes
Three may allegedly be a magic number, but everybody at the Cockpit for Futuresound's third competition heat must have been doing too much calculus recently, accidentally multiplying three by something else and making the end result only distantly related to our original magic number.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9730/ | 574 hits
Three may allegedly be a magic number, but everybody at the Cockpit for Futuresound's third competition heat must have been doing too much calculus recently, accidentally multiplying three by something else and making the end result only distantly related to our original magic number.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9730/ | 574 hits
CD Review: Eddie Vedder - Into The Wild
For his first venture into solo work the Pearl Jam frontman has produced this soundtrack for close friend Sean Penn's film 'Into The Wild'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8991/ | 543 hits
For his first venture into solo work the Pearl Jam frontman has produced this soundtrack for close friend Sean Penn's film 'Into The Wild'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8991/ | 543 hits
Live Review: Dressy Bessy + Saloon + The Seven Inches
Joseph's Well is already half full by the time that Leeds' The Seven Inches open up proceedings, immediately jetting us back to the eighties with some old-skool indie in a Wedding Present style.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/750/ | 167 hits
Joseph's Well is already half full by the time that Leeds' The Seven Inches open up proceedings, immediately jetting us back to the eighties with some old-skool indie in a Wedding Present style.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/750/ | 167 hits
CD Review: The Lost Patrol - Midnight Matinee
Midnight Matinee is the seventh release from New York based The Lost Patrol, and the first recording with singer Mollie Israel.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12174/ | 135 hits
Midnight Matinee is the seventh release from New York based The Lost Patrol, and the first recording with singer Mollie Israel.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12174/ | 135 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - The Velvet Orchestra / Solus Locus - split single
'The Creator' is a slice of prog-rock madness you're either going to love or not understand in the slightest.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10026/ | 241 hits
'The Creator' is a slice of prog-rock madness you're either going to love or not understand in the slightest.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10026/ | 241 hits
CD Review: Yndi Halda - Enjoy Eternal Bliss
Can anyone remember instrumental guitar-music (or, ahem, "Post-Rock") being in such robust health as of now?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7776/ | 427 hits
Can anyone remember instrumental guitar-music (or, ahem, "Post-Rock") being in such robust health as of now?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7776/ | 427 hits
CD Review: Beat The Red Light - Untitled
The original run of Beat The Red Light's debut EP sold out while the band were on tour, but this five-track effort is now being re-released into (hopefully) wider circulation, with a little help from Manchester-based not-for-profit label TNS Records.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12319/ | 160 hits
The original run of Beat The Red Light's debut EP sold out while the band were on tour, but this five-track effort is now being re-released into (hopefully) wider circulation, with a little help from Manchester-based not-for-profit label TNS Records.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12319/ | 160 hits
Live Review: Rothko + The Boats + Glissando + Pan Am Scan + Sleepingdog + Phantom Dog Beneath The Moon + Spokes
Tonight may be billed as 'Forest of Sound Vs Gizeh Records', but the musically complementary and socially affable dynamic between the two rooms, and quite literal musical-chairs of collaboration going on in the Packhorse, negate any connotations of rivalry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10051/ | 245 hits
Tonight may be billed as 'Forest of Sound Vs Gizeh Records', but the musically complementary and socially affable dynamic between the two rooms, and quite literal musical-chairs of collaboration going on in the Packhorse, negate any connotations of rivalry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10051/ | 245 hits
CD Review: The Black Box Revelation - Set Your Head On Fire
The debut album from Brussels' The Black Box Revelation kicks off with the sleazy rock and roll of 'Love, Love Is On My Mind.' Erratic drumbeats, jerky riffs and Jan Paternoster's all-over-the-place vocals give this album-opener the sort of vibrant-but-ramshackle energy you'd expect from a live performance.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10543/ | 233 hits
The debut album from Brussels' The Black Box Revelation kicks off with the sleazy rock and roll of 'Love, Love Is On My Mind.' Erratic drumbeats, jerky riffs and Jan Paternoster's all-over-the-place vocals give this album-opener the sort of vibrant-but-ramshackle energy you'd expect from a live performance.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10543/ | 233 hits
Live Review: Rob Nichols + Paul Marshall + Tony Lambert + Debra Robson
Down at the Well on a Sunday is a relaxing end to one of the maddest weeks, and in such context I review this gig.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/708/ | 327 hits
Down at the Well on a Sunday is a relaxing end to one of the maddest weeks, and in such context I review this gig.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/708/ | 327 hits
Live Review: Sketches + Fourteen Corners + The Dead Certs
It's the second of the Futuresound heats, and what I manage to catch of The Dead Certs' set is sadly quite brief, as I arrive at the Cockpit a little later than planned.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9712/ | 345 hits
It's the second of the Futuresound heats, and what I manage to catch of The Dead Certs' set is sadly quite brief, as I arrive at the Cockpit a little later than planned.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9712/ | 345 hits
CD Review: Samuel Foxton Welles - Pony and Trap
Debut album from Yorkshire-based individualist Samuel Foxton Welles is a charming, old-fashioned and eccentric trip through the English countryside, where the worst thing that can happen, is getting knocked off your bicycle while carrying a basket full of eggs, and all the locals know that you should stop to let a tractor pass.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10973/ | 138 hits
Debut album from Yorkshire-based individualist Samuel Foxton Welles is a charming, old-fashioned and eccentric trip through the English countryside, where the worst thing that can happen, is getting knocked off your bicycle while carrying a basket full of eggs, and all the locals know that you should stop to let a tractor pass.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10973/ | 138 hits
Band Profile: Pocket Of 3
Rather than just replicate their recordings on stage, Pocket of 3 aims to put on a proper stage show, merging one song into another with instrumental jams and solos.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10431/ | 74 hits
Rather than just replicate their recordings on stage, Pocket of 3 aims to put on a proper stage show, merging one song into another with instrumental jams and solos.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10431/ | 74 hits
Live Review: The Levellers + 3 Daft Monkeys
3 Daft Monkeys are a three-piece made up of a female violin player / vocalist (Athene Roberts), electric bass player Jamie Waters and male vocalist / 12 string acoustic guitarist Tim Ashton, who also plays a kick drum and occasionally adds whistle to what their website calls a "colourful carnival of sound".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7747/ | 365 hits
3 Daft Monkeys are a three-piece made up of a female violin player / vocalist (Athene Roberts), electric bass player Jamie Waters and male vocalist / 12 string acoustic guitarist Tim Ashton, who also plays a kick drum and occasionally adds whistle to what their website calls a "colourful carnival of sound".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7747/ | 365 hits
Live Review: Red Go Green Stop + Armstrong + And The Return
And The Return aren't content to merely execute the clichéd climbing the speaker stacks. Instead, frontman Dale Stacey insists on coming out into the audience to climb on the Cockpit's bar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9867/ | 429 hits
And The Return aren't content to merely execute the clichéd climbing the speaker stacks. Instead, frontman Dale Stacey insists on coming out into the audience to climb on the Cockpit's bar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9867/ | 429 hits
Live Review: This Et Al + ¡Forward, Russia! + Mountain Men Anonymous + O Fracas
Upon recent visits to The Vine I must admit to being impressed by the seemingly more coherent approach taken to choosing the line-ups for nights, with what appears to be more consideration given to how compatible bands are both in terms of their musical style and fanbase.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3383/ | 639 hits
Upon recent visits to The Vine I must admit to being impressed by the seemingly more coherent approach taken to choosing the line-ups for nights, with what appears to be more consideration given to how compatible bands are both in terms of their musical style and fanbase.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3383/ | 639 hits
Live Review: Kasabian + The Enemy
I don't know whether it's the great big pillars blocking everyone's view, the bizarre bar-queuing system, the epic journey required to reach the toilets or just the rubbish sound but the Refectory has never been a favourite venue of mine.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7753/ | 1,101 hits
I don't know whether it's the great big pillars blocking everyone's view, the bizarre bar-queuing system, the epic journey required to reach the toilets or just the rubbish sound but the Refectory has never been a favourite venue of mine.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7753/ | 1,101 hits
Live Review: Wilful Missing + The Fineprint + Dave Willis
It started out looking like an almost over-modest evening's entertainment. With no announcement either from pub staff or from himself, Dave Willis did a 25 minute set of strummed acoustic guitar (loud) and effective voice - before leaving the performance area in the same anonymous fashion he'd arrived, though to energetic applause from his listeners.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6918/ | 343 hits
It started out looking like an almost over-modest evening's entertainment. With no announcement either from pub staff or from himself, Dave Willis did a 25 minute set of strummed acoustic guitar (loud) and effective voice - before leaving the performance area in the same anonymous fashion he'd arrived, though to energetic applause from his listeners.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6918/ | 343 hits
Live Review: 5ft4 + Herrod + Catylyst
It's Saturday night, the cellars are dark, and Steve Kind is bellowing for us to greet rock uber-beasts CATYLYST, and as they take the stage amidst the roar of two distorted guitars, I'm sitting on the edge of my seat with my fist poised for punching the air and I'm ready to rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/689/ | 141 hits
It's Saturday night, the cellars are dark, and Steve Kind is bellowing for us to greet rock uber-beasts CATYLYST, and as they take the stage amidst the roar of two distorted guitars, I'm sitting on the edge of my seat with my fist poised for punching the air and I'm ready to rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/689/ | 141 hits
Live Review: Paranova + Yellow Stripe Nine + The Breech
I regret to say that last night's show at Joseph's Well was possibly the most unsatisfying one I have seen so far.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1061/ | 657 hits
I regret to say that last night's show at Joseph's Well was possibly the most unsatisfying one I have seen so far.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1061/ | 657 hits
Live Review: Tom McRae + Ali Whitton
On an evening as hot as this, being stuck in a bustling gig is not a hugely appealing prospect. Passing out from over-heating - which, as soon as you walk in to the Cockpit, does seem likely or even perhaps inevitable - really doesn't strike me as much fun either, but this gig is certainly one worth suffering for.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8568/ | 398 hits
On an evening as hot as this, being stuck in a bustling gig is not a hugely appealing prospect. Passing out from over-heating - which, as soon as you walk in to the Cockpit, does seem likely or even perhaps inevitable - really doesn't strike me as much fun either, but this gig is certainly one worth suffering for.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8568/ | 398 hits
CD Review: The Psychedelic Breakfast - Untitled
Based in Newcastle, the Psychedelic Breakfast are wisely attempting to spread their wings outside their native city.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/404/ | 116 hits
Based in Newcastle, the Psychedelic Breakfast are wisely attempting to spread their wings outside their native city.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/404/ | 116 hits
Live Review: Lightning Bolt + a.P.A.t.T. + Action Beat + Chops
With the world's loudest band, underground noise legends Lightning Bolt, playing to a sold out Brudenell, the stage, or the floor, was set for a night no-one there would forget.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11568/ | 602 hits
With the world's loudest band, underground noise legends Lightning Bolt, playing to a sold out Brudenell, the stage, or the floor, was set for a night no-one there would forget.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11568/ | 602 hits
Live Review: Jon Gomm
I couldn't miss the chance to see Jon Gomm in a remote pub in Otley, just far enough away from the rowdy bars in Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8375/ | 303 hits
I couldn't miss the chance to see Jon Gomm in a remote pub in Otley, just far enough away from the rowdy bars in Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8375/ | 303 hits
CD Review: Graceadelica - On EP
Here are six recorded songs from a Halifax band with the same name as a tune by muso wonderbillies Dark Star.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2718/ | 462 hits
Here are six recorded songs from a Halifax band with the same name as a tune by muso wonderbillies Dark Star.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2718/ | 462 hits
Live Review: The Music + Superstring
Review featured with permission from www.manchestermusic.co.uk Not unlike the amount of feather boas and leopard print present for the Manic Street Preachers, or backwards caps for Limp Bizkit, the traditional demin clad bowlheads fill Manchester's Roadhouse for the most hyped band this year.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/688/ | 237 hits
Review featured with permission from www.manchestermusic.co.uk Not unlike the amount of feather boas and leopard print present for the Manic Street Preachers, or backwards caps for Limp Bizkit, the traditional demin clad bowlheads fill Manchester's Roadhouse for the most hyped band this year.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/688/ | 237 hits
Live Review: All My Friends Are Dead + I am Jack + Johnny Poindexter
I walk in to the Mixing Tin. It's just past nine o'clock and there's some movement on stage. Disconcertingly, Mr.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6016/ | 532 hits
I walk in to the Mixing Tin. It's just past nine o'clock and there's some movement on stage. Disconcertingly, Mr.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6016/ | 532 hits
CD Review: The Enemy - Music For The People
Looking at the tracklisting for The Enemy's sophomore album - the band who were the new Jam-esque anti-establishment voice of the youth in 2007 - it's hard to wonder if they haven't gone a bit soft.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10664/ | 486 hits
Looking at the tracklisting for The Enemy's sophomore album - the band who were the new Jam-esque anti-establishment voice of the youth in 2007 - it's hard to wonder if they haven't gone a bit soft.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10664/ | 486 hits
Live Review: That Fucking Tank + Downdime + The Somatics + Wild Beasts + It Takes Bridges
The monthly Packhorse night, Leeds On The Bone had moved to the significantly bigger Brudenell Social Club for a bumper edition.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7175/ | 860 hits
The monthly Packhorse night, Leeds On The Bone had moved to the significantly bigger Brudenell Social Club for a bumper edition.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7175/ | 860 hits
CD Review: Motion Picture Soundtrack - Departure
As a precursor to their forthcoming debut album, Canterbury's Motion Picture Soundtrack release three track EP 'Departure.' Lead single and title track 'Departure' is a dramatic sweep of sound that'll convince you Motion Picture Soundtrack couldn't have picked a more apt name for themselves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11029/ | 231 hits
As a precursor to their forthcoming debut album, Canterbury's Motion Picture Soundtrack release three track EP 'Departure.' Lead single and title track 'Departure' is a dramatic sweep of sound that'll convince you Motion Picture Soundtrack couldn't have picked a more apt name for themselves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11029/ | 231 hits
Live Review: Monty Casino + Invisible Friends + The Frenzies + Laboratory Noise
It was tempting to add the PA to the line-up on this one, as it affected the night nearly as much as the bands...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7117/ | 1,570 hits
It was tempting to add the PA to the line-up on this one, as it affected the night nearly as much as the bands...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7117/ | 1,570 hits
User Article: Julian Casablancas Solo L.P
Review of Phrazes of The Young, ahead of show at Leeds Metropolitan University, Thursday 10th December.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11413/ | 65 hits
Review of Phrazes of The Young, ahead of show at Leeds Metropolitan University, Thursday 10th December.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11413/ | 65 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/ | 132 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/ | 132 hits
Live Review: Ormondroyd
As I'm standing about by the bar Ormondroyd wander around on stage checking instruments and wires, trying not to look too conspicuous as people like me stare at them.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8393/ | 117 hits
As I'm standing about by the bar Ormondroyd wander around on stage checking instruments and wires, trying not to look too conspicuous as people like me stare at them.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8393/ | 117 hits
Live Review: Harold + Mutiny + The Gordon Bennetts
Well, another night of Bright Young Things bands down at Uncle Steve Kind's joint and tonight it is The Gordon Bennetts, Mutiny and Harold.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9818/ | 60 hits
Well, another night of Bright Young Things bands down at Uncle Steve Kind's joint and tonight it is The Gordon Bennetts, Mutiny and Harold.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9818/ | 60 hits
Live Review: Nathaniel Green + This Ain't Vegas + Twofold
This New Years treat sponsored by Bombed Out Records filled the well for a day with 11 rockin bands. Non-stop good music at Leeds/Britain's favourite venue (tests have proved) where the beer flows like, er, wine?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/756/ | 253 hits
This New Years treat sponsored by Bombed Out Records filled the well for a day with 11 rockin bands. Non-stop good music at Leeds/Britain's favourite venue (tests have proved) where the beer flows like, er, wine?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/756/ | 253 hits
Live Review: Frowser + Fulc + Sawthroat + Chris May
So first things first I was slightly amused that four acts of this calibre had agreed to play the Ackroyd Street Working Men's Club, yet still due to the hype like many others couldn't resist the opportunity so bought a ticket from Crash Records for £2.50 (cheap cheap) just to see!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2262/ | 777 hits
So first things first I was slightly amused that four acts of this calibre had agreed to play the Ackroyd Street Working Men's Club, yet still due to the hype like many others couldn't resist the opportunity so bought a ticket from Crash Records for £2.50 (cheap cheap) just to see!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2262/ | 777 hits
Live Review: Joe Bataan
It's hard to understate quite what an event this was! It's only Joe Bataan, The King of Latin Soul, playing just 3 gigs in the country, his only 3 gigs EVER in the country.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10890/ | 176 hits
It's hard to understate quite what an event this was! It's only Joe Bataan, The King of Latin Soul, playing just 3 gigs in the country, his only 3 gigs EVER in the country.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10890/ | 176 hits
Live Review: Morassi + Chevron + Mozo
Ah, Players. The Landlord looks grumpy, the beer is rubbish, and it's full of teenage nu-metal fans. I don't know where else you'd want to be on a Friday night, especially when there are bands on...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9820/ | 78 hits
Ah, Players. The Landlord looks grumpy, the beer is rubbish, and it's full of teenage nu-metal fans. I don't know where else you'd want to be on a Friday night, especially when there are bands on...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9820/ | 78 hits
Live Review: Electric Soft Parade + Chris T-T + Actress Hands
Actress Hands have just released a split with the headlining band, having just toured with their fellow Brighton and Metway studio regulars British Sea Power.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8328/ | 304 hits
Actress Hands have just released a split with the headlining band, having just toured with their fellow Brighton and Metway studio regulars British Sea Power.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8328/ | 304 hits
Live Review: The Butterfly + White Boys For Gay Jesus + Mishkin
The Engine Room is made of metal this evening as the most entertaining DIY night in Leeds introduces us to three bands that are as heavy as led - The Butterfly, Mishkin and the wonderfully titled White Boys for No.10 Down Syndrome Street (more usually known as (the slightly more offensive) White Boys For Gay Jesus).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8027/ | 1,014 hits
The Engine Room is made of metal this evening as the most entertaining DIY night in Leeds introduces us to three bands that are as heavy as led - The Butterfly, Mishkin and the wonderfully titled White Boys for No.10 Down Syndrome Street (more usually known as (the slightly more offensive) White Boys For Gay Jesus).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8027/ | 1,014 hits
Live Review: Angelo Palladino + Jon Gomm
What do you do when none of your mates will go to a gig with you? When Jon Gomm is on the bill, you go on your own!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3399/ | 696 hits
What do you do when none of your mates will go to a gig with you? When Jon Gomm is on the bill, you go on your own!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3399/ | 696 hits
CD Review: One Day, After School... - Untitled
From Wakefield's One Day, After School... comes a four track demo bringing together tracks previously released on a number of compilations, including 'Geek Pie III' and 'Do You Suffer From Philophobia?' First up though, is previously unreleased track 'Softly Softly.' As the only song not to have not enjoyed a compilation release, it is, rather expectedly, the weakest of the bunch.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10673/ | 122 hits
From Wakefield's One Day, After School... comes a four track demo bringing together tracks previously released on a number of compilations, including 'Geek Pie III' and 'Do You Suffer From Philophobia?' First up though, is previously unreleased track 'Softly Softly.' As the only song not to have not enjoyed a compilation release, it is, rather expectedly, the weakest of the bunch.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10673/ | 122 hits
Live Review: The Durbervilles + The Delamores + Jordan Senior
A thin Thursday night at the Roscoe this time. But that's not the way to describe the performances, even when two of the three names on the bill were replacements, only the energetic The Delamores being an original booking.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3816/ | 801 hits
A thin Thursday night at the Roscoe this time. But that's not the way to describe the performances, even when two of the three names on the bill were replacements, only the energetic The Delamores being an original booking.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3816/ | 801 hits
Live Review: Clear The Sky + Doctor Dot + The Clifford Village Band
HiFi is suitably bustling tonight as the 360 Club presents this week's round of unsigned acts from Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11288/ | 316 hits
HiFi is suitably bustling tonight as the 360 Club presents this week's round of unsigned acts from Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11288/ | 316 hits
Live Review: ¡Forward, Russia! + The Ryes + Pete Molinari + Esser + Hard-Time Orchestra + Trio VD + The Sugars + Cowtown + Over The Atlantic
The second day of Moor Festival and we are now fully equipped with the mandatory rain and mud. Squelching through mud traps and water logs would seem much less manageable if there wasn't the promise of exciting sets in each corner of the sludge-ridden field.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9929/ | 255 hits
The second day of Moor Festival and we are now fully equipped with the mandatory rain and mud. Squelching through mud traps and water logs would seem much less manageable if there wasn't the promise of exciting sets in each corner of the sludge-ridden field.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9929/ | 255 hits
Live Review: Percy + Floozy + Harold
What an honour, reviewing 2 of my favourite bands in the world, as well as the added bonus of Harold.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/935/ | 102 hits
What an honour, reviewing 2 of my favourite bands in the world, as well as the added bonus of Harold.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/935/ | 102 hits
CD Review: White Boys For Gay Jesus - White Boys For Brothel Med Clinics
With a name like that, and songs titles such as 'File To Fuck' and 'Pussy Cake' White Boys For Gay Jesus seem set to be a deliberately annoying, deliberately offensive band with Bloodhound Gang style tongue-in-cheek lyrics.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10366/ | 608 hits
With a name like that, and songs titles such as 'File To Fuck' and 'Pussy Cake' White Boys For Gay Jesus seem set to be a deliberately annoying, deliberately offensive band with Bloodhound Gang style tongue-in-cheek lyrics.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10366/ | 608 hits
Live Review: Asomvel + Dillseed + Flesh Engine
For one night only, The Fenton was quite possibly the heaviest building on Planet Earth. Last night we had pop-rock masterpieces from Tempting Kate, but tonight in The Fenton we have metal at its heaviest.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9838/ | 42 hits
For one night only, The Fenton was quite possibly the heaviest building on Planet Earth. Last night we had pop-rock masterpieces from Tempting Kate, but tonight in The Fenton we have metal at its heaviest.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9838/ | 42 hits
CD Review: Pendulum - The Other Side
It's difficult to see where Pendulum get their rock-dance crossover act credentials from, but as an accessible drum and bass act, Pendulum are the best.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9888/ | 410 hits
It's difficult to see where Pendulum get their rock-dance crossover act credentials from, but as an accessible drum and bass act, Pendulum are the best.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9888/ | 410 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Bright Young Things 2002
The Bright Young Things CD for 2002 is being distributed by Leeds City Council in April as a free addition to the glossy and widely available Leeds Guide.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/92/ | 247 hits
The Bright Young Things CD for 2002 is being distributed by Leeds City Council in April as a free addition to the glossy and widely available Leeds Guide.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/92/ | 247 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/ | 419 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/ | 419 hits
Live Review: Micachu + The Invisible
The dumbbell shaped space that is Nation of Shopkeepers, with two bulbous circular seating areas at either end of a long central bar, is not the kind of venue that you'd automatically think would be great for gigs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11310/ | 284 hits
The dumbbell shaped space that is Nation of Shopkeepers, with two bulbous circular seating areas at either end of a long central bar, is not the kind of venue that you'd automatically think would be great for gigs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11310/ | 284 hits
Live Review: Hella Cholla + Fran Rodgers + The Bacchae
It's already the penultimate Futuresound heat but nobody seems to be tiring just yet. In fact, given this evening's exciting array of artists, there will perhaps be a higher number of people disappointed to see the competition wind up than those relieved to push it towards its conclusion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9878/ | 359 hits
It's already the penultimate Futuresound heat but nobody seems to be tiring just yet. In fact, given this evening's exciting array of artists, there will perhaps be a higher number of people disappointed to see the competition wind up than those relieved to push it towards its conclusion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9878/ | 359 hits
Live Review: Slightly Alien + Serotonin + Flowered Third
Last Wednesday's show at Joseph's Well brought together three bands who complemented each other very well.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1049/ | 481 hits
Last Wednesday's show at Joseph's Well brought together three bands who complemented each other very well.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1049/ | 481 hits
Live Review: Jon Gomm + Stephen Lomas + Oli Deakin + Tim Canfer
On the second and fourth Thursday of every month, Leeds offers us a new acoustic night: "Stripped" at Baby Jupiter.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3064/ | 395 hits
On the second and fourth Thursday of every month, Leeds offers us a new acoustic night: "Stripped" at Baby Jupiter.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3064/ | 395 hits
Live Review: Deerhoof + Field Music + Quack Quack + Kit
Entering the Leeds Irish Centre for the first time (after finding it with surprising ease) it was refreshing to find a large audience already gathered and paying attention to the support bands.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8636/ | 351 hits
Entering the Leeds Irish Centre for the first time (after finding it with surprising ease) it was refreshing to find a large audience already gathered and paying attention to the support bands.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8636/ | 351 hits
Live Review: Bracken + Gareth S Brown + Sketches for Albinos + The Declining Winter
It's usually the way that those who are the most lacking in self-confidence are usually the more talented with the least to worry about - take it as a good omen, then, that all of tonight's acts are surprisingly self-deprecating.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9881/ | 281 hits
It's usually the way that those who are the most lacking in self-confidence are usually the more talented with the least to worry about - take it as a good omen, then, that all of tonight's acts are surprisingly self-deprecating.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9881/ | 281 hits
CD Review: Built By Snow - Mega
Built By Snow are the type of band who name-check Pacman in their lyrics, and stuff their songs full of oldschool gaming sound effects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10270/ | 270 hits
Built By Snow are the type of band who name-check Pacman in their lyrics, and stuff their songs full of oldschool gaming sound effects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10270/ | 270 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/ | 135 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/ | 135 hits
CD Review: The Plight - Winds Of Osiris
'Winds Of Osiris' the debut full-length from Leeds' The Plight, is a definite grower. Initially, you'll struggle to see past frontman Al's vocals, which have all the garbled messiness of hardcore, whilst falling just short on the aggression that usually characterises the genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11336/ | 415 hits
'Winds Of Osiris' the debut full-length from Leeds' The Plight, is a definite grower. Initially, you'll struggle to see past frontman Al's vocals, which have all the garbled messiness of hardcore, whilst falling just short on the aggression that usually characterises the genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11336/ | 415 hits
Interview: Ivy Sins
Charlotte Oxnard speaks to Hull all-girl band Ivy Sins
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8279/ | 462 hits
Charlotte Oxnard speaks to Hull all-girl band Ivy Sins
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8279/ | 462 hits
Live Review: Saving Lenny + Polarized + The Lake Resistance
How could any one miss this gig?!! No, I'm not talking about the fact that this gig is free. I'm not even saying how could anyone miss one of the best young acts in Leeds in Saving Lenny.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1327/ | 229 hits
How could any one miss this gig?!! No, I'm not talking about the fact that this gig is free. I'm not even saying how could anyone miss one of the best young acts in Leeds in Saving Lenny.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1327/ | 229 hits
Live Review: The Tonic + The Agents + Booth 13
Well this was my first time to the new live venue on the Leeds circuit that is The Kirkstall Lites, and boy was I impressed after the night was over!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1338/ | 315 hits
Well this was my first time to the new live venue on the Leeds circuit that is The Kirkstall Lites, and boy was I impressed after the night was over!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1338/ | 315 hits
Live Review: The Cut + The Voltaires + Your New Antique + The Invention
"Who needs Glastonbury when we've got Huddersfield!" announced the compère at the Noisebox Festival at the Lawrence Batley Theatre in the town.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8647/ | 367 hits
"Who needs Glastonbury when we've got Huddersfield!" announced the compère at the Noisebox Festival at the Lawrence Batley Theatre in the town.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8647/ | 367 hits
Live Review: Marnie Stern + Nisennenmondai + Tartufi + That Fucking Tank
Marnie "God amongst shredders" Stern returned to the UK this month with support from some Leeds favourites and Japanese new-wavesters Nisennenmondai.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10983/ | 986 hits
Marnie "God amongst shredders" Stern returned to the UK this month with support from some Leeds favourites and Japanese new-wavesters Nisennenmondai.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10983/ | 986 hits
Live Review: Fran Rodgers + David Broad
If plugged-in acoustic is about Tone and Feel as well as Volume, the rate of exchange can be a bit mean over how much V you have to accept for a bit of T and F. But in spite of the acoustic being electro-fortified for a small audience in a quiet venue, the Faversham's Sunday Session was good place to be, on an evening alluringly heralded by a poster comparing two young Leeds entertainers to Joan Baez and Leon Russell.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6198/ | 455 hits
If plugged-in acoustic is about Tone and Feel as well as Volume, the rate of exchange can be a bit mean over how much V you have to accept for a bit of T and F. But in spite of the acoustic being electro-fortified for a small audience in a quiet venue, the Faversham's Sunday Session was good place to be, on an evening alluringly heralded by a poster comparing two young Leeds entertainers to Joan Baez and Leon Russell.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6198/ | 455 hits
Live Review: Jon Gomm + Dorne + Mark Wilson + Baxter Trappe
The upstairs room at the Cardigan Arms is a perfect place for an acoustic gig. With its small, dark room, the atmosphere is made even better by the dozen or so candles that are situated around the room, creating a very intimate feel to the whole place.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4046/ | 446 hits
The upstairs room at the Cardigan Arms is a perfect place for an acoustic gig. With its small, dark room, the atmosphere is made even better by the dozen or so candles that are situated around the room, creating a very intimate feel to the whole place.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4046/ | 446 hits
Live Review: Guillemots
Guillemots haven't yet arrived on stage, but the dimming of lights sends the audience into a frenzy only to be silenced by the haunting vocals of Fyfe Dangerfield that magically fill the room.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7555/ | 696 hits
Guillemots haven't yet arrived on stage, but the dimming of lights sends the audience into a frenzy only to be silenced by the haunting vocals of Fyfe Dangerfield that magically fill the room.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7555/ | 696 hits
CD Review: Kong - Snake Magnet
While Manchester's Kong have their own distinct sound, Brew Records' latest release continues in the vein of previous signings, most notably improvised prog-rockers Castrovalva, and the mental vocal stylings of Chickenhawk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10814/ | 360 hits
While Manchester's Kong have their own distinct sound, Brew Records' latest release continues in the vein of previous signings, most notably improvised prog-rockers Castrovalva, and the mental vocal stylings of Chickenhawk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10814/ | 360 hits
CD Review: Jameson Raid - Time Burn
The debut full-length from Leeds' The Jameson Raid takes much of its lyrics from contemporary American poetry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10609/ | 218 hits
The debut full-length from Leeds' The Jameson Raid takes much of its lyrics from contemporary American poetry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10609/ | 218 hits
Live Review: Cosmonaut + katywithout + Cypher
I'd never been to basement before as I kind of think of it as out of the way, and not somewhere I really want to walk at night, but I saw the note asking for a reviewer, realized it was going to be an electronica based night and then got told I could get into the club afterwards for free, once I had paid for the gig - SOLD!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/729/ | 121 hits
I'd never been to basement before as I kind of think of it as out of the way, and not somewhere I really want to walk at night, but I saw the note asking for a reviewer, realized it was going to be an electronica based night and then got told I could get into the club afterwards for free, once I had paid for the gig - SOLD!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/729/ | 121 hits
Interview: Vessels
Leeds' own Vessels set off on a tour with Oceansize this week and, as a precursor, play Upstairs @ The Library on Wednesday 27th January with Quack Quack and Juffage. Leeds Music Scene gets a bit geeky with Tom Evans (vocals/guitar), Martin Teff (bass/guitar), and Pete Wright (bass/guitar/keys).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12205/ | 413 hits
Leeds' own Vessels set off on a tour with Oceansize this week and, as a precursor, play Upstairs @ The Library on Wednesday 27th January with Quack Quack and Juffage. Leeds Music Scene gets a bit geeky with Tom Evans (vocals/guitar), Martin Teff (bass/guitar), and Pete Wright (bass/guitar/keys).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12205/ | 413 hits
Live Review: Design + Lazer Kid + Beautiful Feet + Draco + Icarus Smith
The annual Bright Young Things showcase has been very much like a 'Kinder Surprise' over the last few years - yes you may look back fondly enough, but you'd rather have a 'Fizzy Cola Bottle' (Futuresound competition) or even a 'Flying Saucer' (local band nite at Joseph's Well) because, at the end of the day, while the 'Kinder Egg' promises much, open it up and a crappy toy that you play with for five minutes and then lose down the back of the sofa is all that confronts you.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/781/ | 243 hits
The annual Bright Young Things showcase has been very much like a 'Kinder Surprise' over the last few years - yes you may look back fondly enough, but you'd rather have a 'Fizzy Cola Bottle' (Futuresound competition) or even a 'Flying Saucer' (local band nite at Joseph's Well) because, at the end of the day, while the 'Kinder Egg' promises much, open it up and a crappy toy that you play with for five minutes and then lose down the back of the sofa is all that confronts you.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/781/ | 243 hits
CD Review: Shatner - Energise
By all rights Shatner really ought to be extinct. Given that the Big Brothers who quietly go about the business of corrupting the nation's youth decided to adopt the policies of Pol Pot somewhere around the late 90s, someone ought to have got round to sending Jim Bower & co to the glue factory by now.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3595/ | 463 hits
By all rights Shatner really ought to be extinct. Given that the Big Brothers who quietly go about the business of corrupting the nation's youth decided to adopt the policies of Pol Pot somewhere around the late 90s, someone ought to have got round to sending Jim Bower & co to the glue factory by now.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3595/ | 463 hits
CD Review: Uprights - Wall Ball
'Wall Ball' by Leeds' Uprights, is one of those albums where the vocals play second fiddle to all the strange noises the band are able to twist out of a guitar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11204/ | 147 hits
'Wall Ball' by Leeds' Uprights, is one of those albums where the vocals play second fiddle to all the strange noises the band are able to twist out of a guitar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11204/ | 147 hits
CD Review: Daniel Pearson - Satellites
Debut full-length from Leeds-based singer-songwriter Daniel Pearson is a predominantly alt-country record, which occasionally uses dual vocals and electric guitars to bring some variety to an album that isn't content to just churn out acoustic ditties.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11339/ | 342 hits
Debut full-length from Leeds-based singer-songwriter Daniel Pearson is a predominantly alt-country record, which occasionally uses dual vocals and electric guitars to bring some variety to an album that isn't content to just churn out acoustic ditties.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11339/ | 342 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Future Relics
'Future Relics' from Geek Pie Records is loosely based around the idea of a compilation being discovered, following the collapse of society as we know it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11511/ | 250 hits
'Future Relics' from Geek Pie Records is loosely based around the idea of a compilation being discovered, following the collapse of society as we know it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11511/ | 250 hits
Live Review: Napoleon IIIrd + Ali Whitton and the Broke Record Players + Loqui
Even if he is unable to attend - by dint of incarceration, far-flung vacation or other indisposition - the embedded chronological awareness of any Leeds gig-goer will tell him at this juncture (6pm on the first Friday of the month) that he should be nestling within the subterranean catacombs of the Hi-Fi Club.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7945/ | 387 hits
Even if he is unable to attend - by dint of incarceration, far-flung vacation or other indisposition - the embedded chronological awareness of any Leeds gig-goer will tell him at this juncture (6pm on the first Friday of the month) that he should be nestling within the subterranean catacombs of the Hi-Fi Club.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7945/ | 387 hits
Live Review: Youthmovie Soundtrack Strategies + Threekseven + 65 Days Of Static + The Black Helicopters
Whiskas - Transmission promoter and tonight's doorman - is stressed. The doors are open, thirty punters are milling around already and The Black Helicopters are still sound checking.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2387/ | 1,406 hits
Whiskas - Transmission promoter and tonight's doorman - is stressed. The doors are open, thirty punters are milling around already and The Black Helicopters are still sound checking.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2387/ | 1,406 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/ | 229 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/ | 229 hits
CD Review: Senser - How To Do Battle
Rap-rock pioneers Senser have existed - in various incarnations - since the 80's, and their faux American accents, rapped vocals, vague but politically-charged ideology, and industrial-metal-meets-hip-hop backing tracks, feels seriously at odds with the current scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11291/ | 495 hits
Rap-rock pioneers Senser have existed - in various incarnations - since the 80's, and their faux American accents, rapped vocals, vague but politically-charged ideology, and industrial-metal-meets-hip-hop backing tracks, feels seriously at odds with the current scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11291/ | 495 hits
Live Review: The Scaramanga Six + Maps + The Little Ones + Kubichek! + International Trust + Hadouken!
Hadouken! - Radio 1 Stage A heaving tent full of sweat and dubious amounts of day-glow welcomes semi-home-towners Hadouken!.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8775/ | 335 hits
Hadouken! - Radio 1 Stage A heaving tent full of sweat and dubious amounts of day-glow welcomes semi-home-towners Hadouken!.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8775/ | 335 hits
CD Review: The Wednesday Club - Soap
The first thing you'll notice about The Wednesday Club's 'Soap' album is its daunting length (twenty two songs, to be exact), and the second is the nonsensical song titles.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10539/ | 162 hits
The first thing you'll notice about The Wednesday Club's 'Soap' album is its daunting length (twenty two songs, to be exact), and the second is the nonsensical song titles.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10539/ | 162 hits
CD Review: The Hostiles - Always Looking Forward
'Always Looking Forward' is a hit and miss affair; the times when The Hostiles' riotous blend of ska, punk and cartoonish vocals doesn't quite fit together right, easily outnumber the times when it does.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11402/ | 202 hits
'Always Looking Forward' is a hit and miss affair; the times when The Hostiles' riotous blend of ska, punk and cartoonish vocals doesn't quite fit together right, easily outnumber the times when it does.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11402/ | 202 hits
Interview: i concur
Kate Zezulka talks music, venues and days off work with Leeds' i concur in the run up to the single release...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9283/ | 639 hits
Kate Zezulka talks music, venues and days off work with Leeds' i concur in the run up to the single release...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9283/ | 639 hits
Interview: The Somatics
Andy Roberts heads round to The Somatics' house for a cuppa and a chinwag about their debut platter, local themes canal spotting and how prog will be cool once they release their new album...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1614/ | 211 hits
Andy Roberts heads round to The Somatics' house for a cuppa and a chinwag about their debut platter, local themes canal spotting and how prog will be cool once they release their new album...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1614/ | 211 hits
CD Review: The Ghost Of A Thousand - New Hopes, New Demonstrations
You have to feel sorry for The Ghost Of A Thousand. 'New Hopes, New Demonstrations' is an inwards-looking, absolutely massive-sounding hardcore album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10748/ | 665 hits
You have to feel sorry for The Ghost Of A Thousand. 'New Hopes, New Demonstrations' is an inwards-looking, absolutely massive-sounding hardcore album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10748/ | 665 hits
CD Review: Jack Butler - Fit The Paradigm
'Fit The Paradigm' is the debut single from Scotland's indie-rockers Jack Butler. The album kicks off with current single, 'Hit It Out The Park, Son' and, right from the start, frontman Liam Kelly has a voice to split opinion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10603/ | 428 hits
'Fit The Paradigm' is the debut single from Scotland's indie-rockers Jack Butler. The album kicks off with current single, 'Hit It Out The Park, Son' and, right from the start, frontman Liam Kelly has a voice to split opinion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10603/ | 428 hits
CD Review: Fightstar - Be Human
Fightstar's third full-length, 'Be Human' finally sees the concept-loving, inherently theatrical post-hardcore band hook up with an orchestra.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10730/ | 472 hits
Fightstar's third full-length, 'Be Human' finally sees the concept-loving, inherently theatrical post-hardcore band hook up with an orchestra.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10730/ | 472 hits
CD Review: Tiger Shadow - The Rise of The Tiger Shadow
Leeds' Tiger Shadow have a very distinctive sound, but for a point of reference, think somewhere between Skindred and Gorillaz at their most hip hop, with some Faithless thrown into the mix.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10773/ | 253 hits
Leeds' Tiger Shadow have a very distinctive sound, but for a point of reference, think somewhere between Skindred and Gorillaz at their most hip hop, with some Faithless thrown into the mix.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10773/ | 253 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Some Things Still Matter
To celebrate their one year anniversary, Leeds-based record label Philophobia release a sixteen track compilation of some of the bands they've worked with over the past twelve months, with a few additional bands thrown in for good measure.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10964/ | 259 hits
To celebrate their one year anniversary, Leeds-based record label Philophobia release a sixteen track compilation of some of the bands they've worked with over the past twelve months, with a few additional bands thrown in for good measure.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10964/ | 259 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - NME The Album 2009
The press release that accompanies this two disco compilation gives NME the moniker of "the pioneers of all things cool" before promising us an album that "has its finger on the pulse, so you don't have to!" It couldn't possibly be any clearer that this is an album for people who see a band on the front cover of NME, and then spend the next week enthusing about the greatness of said band, regardless of whether they like them or not.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11469/ | 627 hits
The press release that accompanies this two disco compilation gives NME the moniker of "the pioneers of all things cool" before promising us an album that "has its finger on the pulse, so you don't have to!" It couldn't possibly be any clearer that this is an album for people who see a band on the front cover of NME, and then spend the next week enthusing about the greatness of said band, regardless of whether they like them or not.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11469/ | 627 hits