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CD Review: The Lies - Untitled
The careful listener will notice that there are actually 3 tracks on The Lies new offering but the tendency to segway between songs of a similar structure, tempo, sound and key will have the casual listener feeling as if they have wandered into a mod-rock-opera.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6787/ | 133 hits
The careful listener will notice that there are actually 3 tracks on The Lies new offering but the tendency to segway between songs of a similar structure, tempo, sound and key will have the casual listener feeling as if they have wandered into a mod-rock-opera.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6787/ | 133 hits
CD Review: Twilight Elevators - Untitled
Twilight Elevators' demo EP starts off with 'Lost and Found,' a track which is beautifully understated.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12434/ | 157 hits
Twilight Elevators' demo EP starts off with 'Lost and Found,' a track which is beautifully understated.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12434/ | 157 hits
CD Review: Zambri - Bang For Changes
Hailing from New York, Zambri have served up a meaty slice of synth-pop, accompanied by an industrial side salad for their second EP 'Bang for Changes.' They sound somewhere between Kate Bush and Sigur Ros, with a contemporary pop sheen and unexpected tempo changes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11344/ | 199 hits
Hailing from New York, Zambri have served up a meaty slice of synth-pop, accompanied by an industrial side salad for their second EP 'Bang for Changes.' They sound somewhere between Kate Bush and Sigur Ros, with a contemporary pop sheen and unexpected tempo changes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11344/ | 199 hits
CD Review: Blowback - Bad Hair Day
Knowing very little about the band Blowback, the CD went straight on and instantly I was given the (good) impression that the CD was going to kick ass, an American lo-fi sub-pop post-punk and seriously rocking affair, from the guitar intro to the introduction of drums and bass - then the vocals kicked in, the tempo lowered and I thought "Hmmmmm".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/260/ | 203 hits
Knowing very little about the band Blowback, the CD went straight on and instantly I was given the (good) impression that the CD was going to kick ass, an American lo-fi sub-pop post-punk and seriously rocking affair, from the guitar intro to the introduction of drums and bass - then the vocals kicked in, the tempo lowered and I thought "Hmmmmm".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/260/ | 203 hits
CD Review: Yellow Stripe Nine - Sirens EP
I'm very puzzled. Checking the band's website I find a series of ecstatic reviews for a great live band with a big future.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/356/ | 194 hits
I'm very puzzled. Checking the band's website I find a series of ecstatic reviews for a great live band with a big future.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/356/ | 194 hits
CD Review: Storyville - Untitled
The Storyville concept is sound. Excellent music kept simple enough to play live, and intelligent enough to reward repeated listening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/110/ | 274 hits
The Storyville concept is sound. Excellent music kept simple enough to play live, and intelligent enough to reward repeated listening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/110/ | 274 hits
CD Review: Mika Bomb - Osaka
The spirit of da Bruddas lives on in the most unlikely places. Mika Bomb are a three-girl two-boy crew of punk rockers from Japan who are clearly in love with the Ramones' brand of bubblegum pop.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3902/ | 246 hits
The spirit of da Bruddas lives on in the most unlikely places. Mika Bomb are a three-girl two-boy crew of punk rockers from Japan who are clearly in love with the Ramones' brand of bubblegum pop.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3902/ | 246 hits
CD Review: Adjágas - s/t
An exciting mix of European promise. There should be more of this available in the shops. Creating polyrhythmic grooves, to fantastic effect every up and coming musician should study the scrupulousness in this tribal chant.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7982/ | 104 hits
An exciting mix of European promise. There should be more of this available in the shops. Creating polyrhythmic grooves, to fantastic effect every up and coming musician should study the scrupulousness in this tribal chant.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7982/ | 104 hits
CD Review: GoodBooks - Leni
You know when a song just grabs you and won't let go? The music courses through your bloodstream and into your mind and your murkiest thoughts...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7777/ | 169 hits
You know when a song just grabs you and won't let go? The music courses through your bloodstream and into your mind and your murkiest thoughts...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7777/ | 169 hits
CD Review: Lowlife UK - That's Just How It is
After the strange voiceover about no becoming a movie/rock star and being lied to (not very punk is it, to 'sell out') the pace is consistent throughout.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7597/ | 122 hits
After the strange voiceover about no becoming a movie/rock star and being lied to (not very punk is it, to 'sell out') the pace is consistent throughout.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7597/ | 122 hits
CD Review: Loqui - I Can't Believe It's Not Better
An ostentatious biography package accompanies this 'Greatest Hits' compilation from Loqui, which also encompasses their life as Vertigo Green.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4302/ | 276 hits
An ostentatious biography package accompanies this 'Greatest Hits' compilation from Loqui, which also encompasses their life as Vertigo Green.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4302/ | 276 hits
CD Review: The Couderhae Connection - Untitled
A five track demo from a new (to me) acoustic duo is a very pleasant end to a good weekend. Ben Wetherill and Matthew Loveday provide two guitars, alternating voices, a bass guitar and a cello to show off five delicate and (mostly) well-made songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/238/ | 161 hits
A five track demo from a new (to me) acoustic duo is a very pleasant end to a good weekend. Ben Wetherill and Matthew Loveday provide two guitars, alternating voices, a bass guitar and a cello to show off five delicate and (mostly) well-made songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/238/ | 161 hits
CD Review: Justin Evans - My Revolution
As imaginative as the title is, this most solo of solo projects (being entirely composed and played by Mr Evans) is a rather drab collection of naively written and flatly performed demos.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2740/ | 498 hits
As imaginative as the title is, this most solo of solo projects (being entirely composed and played by Mr Evans) is a rather drab collection of naively written and flatly performed demos.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2740/ | 498 hits
CD Review: Jack Butler - Velvet Prose
The acapella intro of 'Velvet Prose' and immediate ska-like upbeat tempo make you want to keep listening to this song and quite right too because this is very, very good.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7209/ | 249 hits
The acapella intro of 'Velvet Prose' and immediate ska-like upbeat tempo make you want to keep listening to this song and quite right too because this is very, very good.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7209/ | 249 hits
CD Review: Purity Jar - Sunshine
A curiously simple fragment of 80s Rock School homework, played straight-faced with no gratuitous virtuosity.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/63/ | 84 hits
A curiously simple fragment of 80s Rock School homework, played straight-faced with no gratuitous virtuosity.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/63/ | 84 hits
Live Review: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club
Listening to Black Rebel Motorcycle Club makes you want to lie down outside and watch the stars while you let yourself slip into a trance and soak in the grungy retro grooves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/967/ | 134 hits
Listening to Black Rebel Motorcycle Club makes you want to lie down outside and watch the stars while you let yourself slip into a trance and soak in the grungy retro grooves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/967/ | 134 hits
CD Review: Saving Lenny - Easy Way Out
Ska Punk is one of those phrases that fails to describe the music of Saving Lenny. They have primitive songs (punk-ish) and occasional spurts of up-beat horns (sort of ska-ish nearly).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/250/ | 236 hits
Ska Punk is one of those phrases that fails to describe the music of Saving Lenny. They have primitive songs (punk-ish) and occasional spurts of up-beat horns (sort of ska-ish nearly).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/250/ | 236 hits
CD Review: Ian Love - s/t
New York based singer-songwriter Ian Love has created a pleasant debut album, but it doesn't quite hit the mark.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7060/ | 129 hits
New York based singer-songwriter Ian Love has created a pleasant debut album, but it doesn't quite hit the mark.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7060/ | 129 hits
CD Review: The Perms - Running Away
The most recent single by Canadian power-pop trio The Perms has surfaced, and clocking in at just over three minutes, 'Running Away' is a song which is instantly likeable.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10721/ | 62 hits
The most recent single by Canadian power-pop trio The Perms has surfaced, and clocking in at just over three minutes, 'Running Away' is a song which is instantly likeable.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10721/ | 62 hits
CD Review: Voltage Union - Untitled
Here we have 4 songs from Voltage Union, fresh from securing a place at Leeds Festival and sounding in fine fettle.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4153/ | 340 hits
Here we have 4 songs from Voltage Union, fresh from securing a place at Leeds Festival and sounding in fine fettle.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4153/ | 340 hits
CD Review: Ray LaMontagne - Jolene
What can I say about Ray LaMontagne that you haven't heard already. I can hardly say that this song had any sort of emotional response for me because it was simply too obvious.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8808/ | 333 hits
What can I say about Ray LaMontagne that you haven't heard already. I can hardly say that this song had any sort of emotional response for me because it was simply too obvious.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8808/ | 333 hits
Band Profile: Percy
Founded in York, UK, May 1996. Percy are a distinctive evolution of the North of England's post-punk indie pioneers.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4378/ | 61 hits
Founded in York, UK, May 1996. Percy are a distinctive evolution of the North of England's post-punk indie pioneers.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4378/ | 61 hits
CD Review: Emmet - Untitled
After reviewing rock bands for the last few months, it's an unexpected change of direction that sees me listening to this 4 track CD by dance trio Emmet.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2259/ | 171 hits
After reviewing rock bands for the last few months, it's an unexpected change of direction that sees me listening to this 4 track CD by dance trio Emmet.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2259/ | 171 hits
CD Review: Jupiter and Teardrop - Bring Me Down EP
Jupiter and Teardrop don't reveal whether or not they are named after the song by Grant Lee Buffalo, but there are plenty of similarities in the Americana pop/rock sounds of main man Geoff Martyn's song writing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3680/ | 351 hits
Jupiter and Teardrop don't reveal whether or not they are named after the song by Grant Lee Buffalo, but there are plenty of similarities in the Americana pop/rock sounds of main man Geoff Martyn's song writing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3680/ | 351 hits
CD Review: The Please - Never Complete
When a comparison copout is available it is bound to be used lazily to speed up the record-in-review-out process, so if we were to tell you that The Please have all that made being Strokes-like cool, you would rightly start to wonder whether we had found an easy option and baled.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/468/ | 84 hits
When a comparison copout is available it is bound to be used lazily to speed up the record-in-review-out process, so if we were to tell you that The Please have all that made being Strokes-like cool, you would rightly start to wonder whether we had found an easy option and baled.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/468/ | 84 hits
CD Review: Zero 7 - You're My Flame
Mmm. You're My Flame displays perfectly everything I love about Zero 7, namely their ability to fuse luscious vocals (this time courtesy of long time cohort Sia Furler) with a simple electro tinged melody to create something truly sublime - chocolate for the ears.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7012/ | 683 hits
Mmm. You're My Flame displays perfectly everything I love about Zero 7, namely their ability to fuse luscious vocals (this time courtesy of long time cohort Sia Furler) with a simple electro tinged melody to create something truly sublime - chocolate for the ears.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7012/ | 683 hits
Live Review: 6 Fingered Man + The Forty5s + Libero + The Whippets
What a day to pick as your headline slot at the Vine... 9-11 was host to some damn fine rock action tonight, and not the sort that usually has me in a spin...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3103/ | 990 hits
What a day to pick as your headline slot at the Vine... 9-11 was host to some damn fine rock action tonight, and not the sort that usually has me in a spin...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3103/ | 990 hits
CD Review: Broadway Calls - Be All That You Can't Be
The first single to be lifted off Broadway Calls' 'Good Views, Bad News' album, 'Be All That You Can't Be' harks back to the less aggressively buoyant Alkaline Trio/New Found Glory days of pop-punk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11009/ | 117 hits
The first single to be lifted off Broadway Calls' 'Good Views, Bad News' album, 'Be All That You Can't Be' harks back to the less aggressively buoyant Alkaline Trio/New Found Glory days of pop-punk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11009/ | 117 hits
Live Review: Mark Wilson + Owen Lloyd + Ali Whitton
The common man's James Blunt, but with better lyrics is how I would describe Ali Whitton as he opened up a remarkable acoustic based night at the Mixing Tin.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6235/ | 406 hits
The common man's James Blunt, but with better lyrics is how I would describe Ali Whitton as he opened up a remarkable acoustic based night at the Mixing Tin.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6235/ | 406 hits
CD Review: Wintermute - Robot Works
The wait is finally over. The metal joints have been oiled, the nuts tightened and Wintermute's first long player, 'Robot Works,' is on the shelves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10665/ | 227 hits
The wait is finally over. The metal joints have been oiled, the nuts tightened and Wintermute's first long player, 'Robot Works,' is on the shelves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10665/ | 227 hits
CD Review: Freeland - Do You?
Don't be too confused now. It is still Adam Freeland, UK based DJ and producer, but in the form of his live band Freeland, and 'Do You?' is their latest juicy offering.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10778/ | 83 hits
Don't be too confused now. It is still Adam Freeland, UK based DJ and producer, but in the form of his live band Freeland, and 'Do You?' is their latest juicy offering.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10778/ | 83 hits
CD Review: Brassik Lynt - Overdrawn
In the field of heavy metal/ hard rock, some bands try their very best to push forward the template to an otherwise limited genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2529/ | 313 hits
In the field of heavy metal/ hard rock, some bands try their very best to push forward the template to an otherwise limited genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2529/ | 313 hits
CD Review: Western Suburbs - The Borough of Western Suburbs
They may be slow workers, July 2001 being our last encounter with Western Suburbs but boy oh boy has it been worth the wait.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4357/ | 324 hits
They may be slow workers, July 2001 being our last encounter with Western Suburbs but boy oh boy has it been worth the wait.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4357/ | 324 hits
CD Review: The Debuts - 43
Having recently received the Futuresound nod of approval, Halifax's The Debuts are on the up and up. These two tracks, their first shot at recorded material, display a nuanced indie-pop sound that is well-balanced if (understandably) a little raw.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8726/ | 308 hits
Having recently received the Futuresound nod of approval, Halifax's The Debuts are on the up and up. These two tracks, their first shot at recorded material, display a nuanced indie-pop sound that is well-balanced if (understandably) a little raw.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8726/ | 308 hits
CD Review: The Ga Gas - Replica / KO
The Ga Gas are being heavily tipped to be the next big 'rock and roll' band, following the likes of The Darkness and Velvet Revolver.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3219/ | 243 hits
The Ga Gas are being heavily tipped to be the next big 'rock and roll' band, following the likes of The Darkness and Velvet Revolver.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3219/ | 243 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
CD Review: Superelectric - Everything's Fuzzy
Everything's Fuzzy welcomes the return of the psychedelic, indie dance vibe of Superelectric and follows last year's sampler E Is For Effort, A Is For Attainment.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/195/ | 90 hits
Everything's Fuzzy welcomes the return of the psychedelic, indie dance vibe of Superelectric and follows last year's sampler E Is For Effort, A Is For Attainment.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/195/ | 90 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/ | 84 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/ | 84 hits
CD Review: Munkie - Progression
I'm always suspicious of a CD when I see a quote from Pete Tong on the front cover, and there it is on the front of this Munkie album, 'Progression'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2543/ | 285 hits
I'm always suspicious of a CD when I see a quote from Pete Tong on the front cover, and there it is on the front of this Munkie album, 'Progression'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2543/ | 285 hits
Live Review: The Zutons
The Zutons got the ball rolling with current single "Why won't you give me your love?", a perfect example of why they are so popular.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6853/ | 102 hits
The Zutons got the ball rolling with current single "Why won't you give me your love?", a perfect example of why they are so popular.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6853/ | 102 hits
CD Review: Capital State - Revolution Thoughts EP
You have to respect Capital State. They just keep coming back at you. Ever since I saw them at Leeds Festival back in 2001, I've been intrigued.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/378/ | 238 hits
You have to respect Capital State. They just keep coming back at you. Ever since I saw them at Leeds Festival back in 2001, I've been intrigued.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/378/ | 238 hits
CD Review: Charly Six - Take Your Hands From Me
A thunderous opening drum 'n' feedback assault and a catchy chorus make "Take Your Hands From Me" a brutal Big Brother to the Little Sister of Charly Six's last single.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/341/ | 215 hits
A thunderous opening drum 'n' feedback assault and a catchy chorus make "Take Your Hands From Me" a brutal Big Brother to the Little Sister of Charly Six's last single.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/341/ | 215 hits
CD Review: Hub - s/t
Hub's first EP is a self-titled three-track from the Leeds-based five piece formed in early January 2006.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8039/ | 214 hits
Hub's first EP is a self-titled three-track from the Leeds-based five piece formed in early January 2006.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8039/ | 214 hits
CD Review: Martha - Kids knee deep in the Power of Love
Martha quickly establish a big power-pop sound on this 3 track release. It's energetic and well played, produced etc, but the overall songwriting is still someway of the polished finish of the CD packaging.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/270/ | 162 hits
Martha quickly establish a big power-pop sound on this 3 track release. It's energetic and well played, produced etc, but the overall songwriting is still someway of the polished finish of the CD packaging.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/270/ | 162 hits
CD Review: Yes Boss - More Or Less / They Think It's All Over
After the unprecedented amount of useless, mindless, lager lout England World Cup anthems that have been hastily penned by cretins wanting the football loving nation to embrace (let's not get started on Embrace) their song and sing it from the terraces, it's refreshing to hear the remedy to this in the form of Yes Boss' incidental attack on football fever that is 'They Think It's All Over'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6889/ | 247 hits
After the unprecedented amount of useless, mindless, lager lout England World Cup anthems that have been hastily penned by cretins wanting the football loving nation to embrace (let's not get started on Embrace) their song and sing it from the terraces, it's refreshing to hear the remedy to this in the form of Yes Boss' incidental attack on football fever that is 'They Think It's All Over'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6889/ | 247 hits
CD Review: Cypher - Keep From Breathing
It's hard to write critically about something I haven't had any interest in, nor have any knowledge about.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/42/ | 101 hits
It's hard to write critically about something I haven't had any interest in, nor have any knowledge about.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/42/ | 101 hits
Band Profile: Artibella
"Catchy, driving, up-tempo beats and promising vocals... Great fun and well worth a listen" - NoTitle Magazine "They really work the crowd with their short, optimistic, rhythm-driven songs that feel like a melting pot...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10479/ | 103 hits
"Catchy, driving, up-tempo beats and promising vocals... Great fun and well worth a listen" - NoTitle Magazine "They really work the crowd with their short, optimistic, rhythm-driven songs that feel like a melting pot...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10479/ | 103 hits
CD Review: The Fencott Disaster - Rome and Step On It
Four-track EP from these boys - 4 songs of NY garage influenced post punk, not a bad effort, some of the guitar work is quite interesting with the dual lead thing going on and with the bass rumbling away in the back makes for an ok listen.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2369/ | 104 hits
Four-track EP from these boys - 4 songs of NY garage influenced post punk, not a bad effort, some of the guitar work is quite interesting with the dual lead thing going on and with the bass rumbling away in the back makes for an ok listen.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2369/ | 104 hits
CD Review: Hot Club De Paris - Everyeveryeverything
Yet another mouthful of a title, Hot Club De Paris prove they have the goods to back up this pedantism with another distinctive and adventurous slice of jerky, Scouse indie-pop.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7436/ | 157 hits
Yet another mouthful of a title, Hot Club De Paris prove they have the goods to back up this pedantism with another distinctive and adventurous slice of jerky, Scouse indie-pop.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7436/ | 157 hits
CD Review: Little Plato - Sugarspoon EP
Describing themselves as "melodic Rock... with thoughtful rhythms and inventive guitar parts with distinctive vocals and personal lyrics." Could seem a little self-appreciating, but this is actually a fairly apt description.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/597/ | 128 hits
Describing themselves as "melodic Rock... with thoughtful rhythms and inventive guitar parts with distinctive vocals and personal lyrics." Could seem a little self-appreciating, but this is actually a fairly apt description.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/597/ | 128 hits
CD Review: 1990s - See You at the Light
Glasgow three-piece 1990s release 'See you at the lights', their first single off their up and coming album 'Cookies', and it doesn't disappoint.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8258/ | 417 hits
Glasgow three-piece 1990s release 'See you at the lights', their first single off their up and coming album 'Cookies', and it doesn't disappoint.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8258/ | 417 hits
Live Review: Bear Hands + Wonderswan
Wonderswan played short and effective songs delivered in an almost nonchalant fashion. Their lead singer revealed that he only arrived an hour before the gig due to his 'rubbish' job which prompted an unlikely call and answer of "Does anyone work in a call centre here?" They will be keen to follow in the success of call-centre founded bands Baddies and Editors.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10856/ | 280 hits
Wonderswan played short and effective songs delivered in an almost nonchalant fashion. Their lead singer revealed that he only arrived an hour before the gig due to his 'rubbish' job which prompted an unlikely call and answer of "Does anyone work in a call centre here?" They will be keen to follow in the success of call-centre founded bands Baddies and Editors.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10856/ | 280 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/ | 92 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/ | 92 hits
CD Review: The Answering Machine - Oklahoma
By now we all know how it works: First you get the guitar, then you get the MySpace, then you get the women.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7484/ | 144 hits
By now we all know how it works: First you get the guitar, then you get the MySpace, then you get the women.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7484/ | 144 hits
CD Review: Columbus Dixon - Nothing Concrete Ltd
Newcastle four-piece Columbus Dixon play tightly shaped acidic rock music with an inventive edge. The playing is the most enduring quality in this four track EP.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/561/ | 250 hits
Newcastle four-piece Columbus Dixon play tightly shaped acidic rock music with an inventive edge. The playing is the most enduring quality in this four track EP.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/561/ | 250 hits
CD Review: Interpol - Antics
After the success of 2002's debut album "Turn on the Bright Light", Paul Banks and the Interpol boys return for their solid follow up record "Antics".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3173/ | 402 hits
After the success of 2002's debut album "Turn on the Bright Light", Paul Banks and the Interpol boys return for their solid follow up record "Antics".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3173/ | 402 hits
CD Review: Deadstring Brothers - s/t
Hailing from Detroit, Deadstring Brothers have delivered a fine album worth of songs that evoke thoughts of 'Exile On Main Street'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3583/ | 285 hits
Hailing from Detroit, Deadstring Brothers have delivered a fine album worth of songs that evoke thoughts of 'Exile On Main Street'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3583/ | 285 hits
CD Review: katywithout - Tablet EP
Ahhhh, fuck. What the hell is that? After a few seconds of silence I was tempted to increase the volume on my speakers, little did I know that this was not a wise idea; the next thirty seconds were to be taken up with some chaotic, distorted and loud effects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/172/ | 82 hits
Ahhhh, fuck. What the hell is that? After a few seconds of silence I was tempted to increase the volume on my speakers, little did I know that this was not a wise idea; the next thirty seconds were to be taken up with some chaotic, distorted and loud effects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/172/ | 82 hits
CD Review: Fulc - The Fallen EP
Imposing verses give way to thunderous monolithic choruses, as Fulc deliver yet another explosive lesson in how grunge rock should sound in a post-Nirvana world.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/208/ | 163 hits
Imposing verses give way to thunderous monolithic choruses, as Fulc deliver yet another explosive lesson in how grunge rock should sound in a post-Nirvana world.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/208/ | 163 hits
CD Review: Fulc - Embrace.Destroy
Fulc have been hailed in the national press as one of Britain's 'brightest hopes' and after hearing .Embrace.Destroy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3503/ | 535 hits
Fulc have been hailed in the national press as one of Britain's 'brightest hopes' and after hearing .Embrace.Destroy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3503/ | 535 hits
Live Review: Laughing Gravy
I am sure I am not the only person who has wondered what would have happened if Tom Waits had chosen to form a skiffle band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3621/ | 587 hits
I am sure I am not the only person who has wondered what would have happened if Tom Waits had chosen to form a skiffle band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3621/ | 587 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/ | 138 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/ | 138 hits
CD Review: Brightblack Morning Light - s/t
The product of two Alabama musicians; Nathan Shineywater and Rachael Hughes, Brightblack Morning Light's self-titled record was astonishingly recorded during a period of homelessness - living in tents within a National Park just north of San Francisco.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8558/ | 137 hits
The product of two Alabama musicians; Nathan Shineywater and Rachael Hughes, Brightblack Morning Light's self-titled record was astonishingly recorded during a period of homelessness - living in tents within a National Park just north of San Francisco.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8558/ | 137 hits
CD Review: Slash Bikini - Demo
I should really like York's Slash Bikini. They play punked pop tunes unlike anything I've heard for ages and write interesting lyrics about everything from drinking taboo to crashing your motorbike.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6201/ | 327 hits
I should really like York's Slash Bikini. They play punked pop tunes unlike anything I've heard for ages and write interesting lyrics about everything from drinking taboo to crashing your motorbike.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6201/ | 327 hits
Live Review: Single File
Stone cold sober and stood waiting for Manchester Orchestra. The band walk on stage and announce "Hey, we're Single File from Denver Colorado".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11120/ | 161 hits
Stone cold sober and stood waiting for Manchester Orchestra. The band walk on stage and announce "Hey, we're Single File from Denver Colorado".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11120/ | 161 hits
CD Review: The Maple State - For The Temperate Lives
Since forming in 2005, Manchester's The Maple State have toured extensively with the likes of Get Cape.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9804/ | 164 hits
Since forming in 2005, Manchester's The Maple State have toured extensively with the likes of Get Cape.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9804/ | 164 hits
CD Review: Ali Whitton and the Broke Record Players - A Failed Attempt At Something Worth Saying
What have we got here then? Thoughtful acoustic pop, I'd say, and done to a pretty fair standard - from Whitton's lyrics sung in his quite striking voice with its often pleading tone, through to arrangements well handled by the Broke Record Players.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9175/ | 374 hits
What have we got here then? Thoughtful acoustic pop, I'd say, and done to a pretty fair standard - from Whitton's lyrics sung in his quite striking voice with its often pleading tone, through to arrangements well handled by the Broke Record Players.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9175/ | 374 hits
CD Review: The Bilderberg Group - This City!
A burst of harmonised vocals introduces this latest single from The Bilderberg Group, "This City". A jaunty, jangly guitar rhythm is the song's foundations whilst a swirl of organ sweeps below those rich vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3491/ | 346 hits
A burst of harmonised vocals introduces this latest single from The Bilderberg Group, "This City". A jaunty, jangly guitar rhythm is the song's foundations whilst a swirl of organ sweeps below those rich vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3491/ | 346 hits
CD Review: The Lodger - Watching / Not So Fast
This is a limited double A side release from Leeds' The Lodger that hopes to follow on from a growing media interest after the previous Dance To The Radio release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6061/ | 466 hits
This is a limited double A side release from Leeds' The Lodger that hopes to follow on from a growing media interest after the previous Dance To The Radio release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6061/ | 466 hits
CD Review: Will Young - Let It Go
I've always kind of liked Will Young's tracks, mostly the upbeat ones such as 'Your Game', 'Switch It On' and the recent 'Grace'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10334/ | 316 hits
I've always kind of liked Will Young's tracks, mostly the upbeat ones such as 'Your Game', 'Switch It On' and the recent 'Grace'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10334/ | 316 hits
CD Review: The Black Heart Procession - Amore del tropico
It took a couple of listens, but now I have TBHP filed comfortably in my musical catalogue of a brain cross referencing: The Pixies, Wilco, Grandaddy, and Grant Lee Buffalo.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/487/ | 107 hits
It took a couple of listens, but now I have TBHP filed comfortably in my musical catalogue of a brain cross referencing: The Pixies, Wilco, Grandaddy, and Grant Lee Buffalo.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/487/ | 107 hits
CD Review: Pop Threat - Filth
Great, the new 7" single from Pop Threat shows a rawer sound, one that I've not heard from the Leeds four-piece since their self-titled EP on Mook two years ago.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/85/ | 113 hits
Great, the new 7" single from Pop Threat shows a rawer sound, one that I've not heard from the Leeds four-piece since their self-titled EP on Mook two years ago.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/85/ | 113 hits
CD Review: Alabama 3 - Outlaw
There are few who do country and western techno quite as well as Brixton's Alabama 3. On new album Outlaw the band were apparently inspired by the American mythology of gun wielding cowboy gangs and the realisation that we reserved Brits don't have any of the same sepia tinted glorification of criminals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3936/ | 550 hits
There are few who do country and western techno quite as well as Brixton's Alabama 3. On new album Outlaw the band were apparently inspired by the American mythology of gun wielding cowboy gangs and the realisation that we reserved Brits don't have any of the same sepia tinted glorification of criminals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3936/ | 550 hits
CD Review: I Love Poland - s/t
'Not Ill' begins an eagerly anticipated LP with a decisive drum beat introduction leading to the gloomy realism of lyrics 'England is dead'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7337/ | 371 hits
'Not Ill' begins an eagerly anticipated LP with a decisive drum beat introduction leading to the gloomy realism of lyrics 'England is dead'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7337/ | 371 hits
CD Review: Millencolin - Ray
Everyone's favourite Swedish pop-punk mavericks launch their latest long-player "Kingswood" with "Ray" being the lead single.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3804/ | 850 hits
Everyone's favourite Swedish pop-punk mavericks launch their latest long-player "Kingswood" with "Ray" being the lead single.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3804/ | 850 hits
CD Review: Ten Kens - s/t
Bearing a striking resemblance with fellow Canadian rockers Black Mountain, this Toronto-based outfit's debut release on FatCat compromises of raging distorted guitar, reverb soaked vocals and dark psychedelic passages.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10089/ | 112 hits
Bearing a striking resemblance with fellow Canadian rockers Black Mountain, this Toronto-based outfit's debut release on FatCat compromises of raging distorted guitar, reverb soaked vocals and dark psychedelic passages.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10089/ | 112 hits
CD Review: Ida Maria - Drive Away My Heart
With terrestrial TV bosses having shelved live music from prime time, a spot on Jools Holland has become the musical equivalent of the Richard and Judy Book Club - the direct line to £50 man and his Amazon wish list.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9251/ | 205 hits
With terrestrial TV bosses having shelved live music from prime time, a spot on Jools Holland has become the musical equivalent of the Richard and Judy Book Club - the direct line to £50 man and his Amazon wish list.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9251/ | 205 hits
CD Review: Brian Eno - How Many Worlds
There's not a lot more I can say about Brian Eno that hasn't been said before. Pretentious bastard or a musical genius?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6049/ | 192 hits
There's not a lot more I can say about Brian Eno that hasn't been said before. Pretentious bastard or a musical genius?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6049/ | 192 hits
CD Review: Queen Adreena - Drink Me
The sonic boom felt from Pretty Like Drugs is an introduction no one will forget in a long time, as the mix of eerie interludes and full on aural blasts shatters through the atmosphere.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/437/ | 590 hits
The sonic boom felt from Pretty Like Drugs is an introduction no one will forget in a long time, as the mix of eerie interludes and full on aural blasts shatters through the atmosphere.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/437/ | 590 hits
CD Review: Eddyfink - Immuno
Eddyfink's current single does what many of their more well-known contemporaries fail to, by grabbing us right by the balls with Andy Pisanu's voice of conviction.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7872/ | 265 hits
Eddyfink's current single does what many of their more well-known contemporaries fail to, by grabbing us right by the balls with Andy Pisanu's voice of conviction.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7872/ | 265 hits
Live Review: These Monsters
On the BBC Introducing Stage we had yet another band who are hell-bent on making something new and exciting with a similarly fluent talent.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9970/ | 143 hits
On the BBC Introducing Stage we had yet another band who are hell-bent on making something new and exciting with a similarly fluent talent.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9970/ | 143 hits
CD Review: Donderdag - Saturday
The PR scraps that came my way along with 'Saturday' promise that it captures the mindset of the British public, as they pine for the best night of summer weekend'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7164/ | 131 hits
The PR scraps that came my way along with 'Saturday' promise that it captures the mindset of the British public, as they pine for the best night of summer weekend'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7164/ | 131 hits
CD Review: Last Night's TV - Nice to Have a History
Spencer Bayles and company have taken a big leap forward with this richly-produced single. Main song "Nice to Have a History" has a haunting tune and a warmer range of sounds than the customary Last Night's TV signature.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2805/ | 488 hits
Spencer Bayles and company have taken a big leap forward with this richly-produced single. Main song "Nice to Have a History" has a haunting tune and a warmer range of sounds than the customary Last Night's TV signature.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2805/ | 488 hits
CD Review: 100 Blankets - 100 Blankets
Apart from having a similar name to Hundred Reasons, there isn't much you can say about this band. As I listen to the opening track, I get the feeling the song isn't going anywhere.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/489/ | 150 hits
Apart from having a similar name to Hundred Reasons, there isn't much you can say about this band. As I listen to the opening track, I get the feeling the song isn't going anywhere.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/489/ | 150 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/ | 169 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/ | 169 hits
Live Review: You Say Party! We Say Die!
Ho ho, I bet we've all played 'guess the genre' before. Yeah, you know the one, it's where you take the name of a band you've never heard of and try and work out what style of music they play.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6862/ | 500 hits
Ho ho, I bet we've all played 'guess the genre' before. Yeah, you know the one, it's where you take the name of a band you've never heard of and try and work out what style of music they play.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6862/ | 500 hits
CD Review: Liam Frost - Your Hand In Mine
I failed to warm to Liam Frost's recent album 'We Ain't Got No Money, Honey, But We Got Rain,' casting it off as being too forcefully happy-clappy - a bit too Mika for my liking.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11491/ | 245 hits
I failed to warm to Liam Frost's recent album 'We Ain't Got No Money, Honey, But We Got Rain,' casting it off as being too forcefully happy-clappy - a bit too Mika for my liking.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11491/ | 245 hits
CD Review: Tears of Joy - People Like Us
The debut album from Scottish duo Tears of Joy (TOJ) is a mix of electronica and pop. Busy with studio effects, the album has an impressive array of sounds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10826/ | 90 hits
The debut album from Scottish duo Tears of Joy (TOJ) is a mix of electronica and pop. Busy with studio effects, the album has an impressive array of sounds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10826/ | 90 hits
CD Review: The Riverside Happy - The Beaumont Sessions
Starting like some soppy mid 80s rock ballad, 'It Hurts' the first tack on this two track CD from The Riverside Happy, isn't sounding too good.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2668/ | 256 hits
Starting like some soppy mid 80s rock ballad, 'It Hurts' the first tack on this two track CD from The Riverside Happy, isn't sounding too good.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2668/ | 256 hits
Live Review: Novacain + Kenosha
With the withdrawal of Tempting Kate from proceedings, tonight's Futuresound heat has a delayed late, which means by the time Kenosha arrive on stage there's for once a decent if not huge crowd in attendance.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/834/ | 136 hits
With the withdrawal of Tempting Kate from proceedings, tonight's Futuresound heat has a delayed late, which means by the time Kenosha arrive on stage there's for once a decent if not huge crowd in attendance.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/834/ | 136 hits
Live Review: The Futureheads + Field Music
With their second album News & Tributes, The Futureheads seem set to cement their position as one of Britain's biggest bands.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6852/ | 277 hits
With their second album News & Tributes, The Futureheads seem set to cement their position as one of Britain's biggest bands.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6852/ | 277 hits
CD Review: Hafdis Huld - Kongulo
Icelandic singer Hafdis's new single 'Kongulo' (meaning spider), mythologises the 'human spiderman,' Alain Robert.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10859/ | 191 hits
Icelandic singer Hafdis's new single 'Kongulo' (meaning spider), mythologises the 'human spiderman,' Alain Robert.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10859/ | 191 hits
CD Review: Charlotte Hatherley - Again
Hmm... The difficult 4th single from the 2nd album, it's ok if you're Michael Jackson and have just made Thriller* but more often you can't hear the song for the sound of the barrel being scrapped.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9006/ | 230 hits
Hmm... The difficult 4th single from the 2nd album, it's ok if you're Michael Jackson and have just made Thriller* but more often you can't hear the song for the sound of the barrel being scrapped.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9006/ | 230 hits
CD Review: Electric Street Police - When Machines Hit Back
Are you one of those people who used to be into the dance scene but then drifted slowly but surely into the indie revolution?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6228/ | 162 hits
Are you one of those people who used to be into the dance scene but then drifted slowly but surely into the indie revolution?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6228/ | 162 hits
CD Review: Johnny Poindexter - One of Three EP
You really should like Johnny Poindexter. It all comes in cute and playful packaging with a stick-man Johnny dancing across the CD.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3146/ | 494 hits
You really should like Johnny Poindexter. It all comes in cute and playful packaging with a stick-man Johnny dancing across the CD.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3146/ | 494 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/ | 69 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/ | 69 hits
CD Review: Malibu Stacey - On Heat
Lyrics. I've never been good in identifying quality lyrics. That is lyrics that others deem to be of any quality.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/372/ | 565 hits
Lyrics. I've never been good in identifying quality lyrics. That is lyrics that others deem to be of any quality.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/372/ | 565 hits
CD Review: Yellow Stripe Nine - More
'More' starts off with a nice lazy beat, a bit of jangly guitar and then in comes Peter Bott with the vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2804/ | 385 hits
'More' starts off with a nice lazy beat, a bit of jangly guitar and then in comes Peter Bott with the vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2804/ | 385 hits
Band Profile: The Hypes
Rock 'n' roll band from Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10082/ | 200 hits
Rock 'n' roll band from Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10082/ | 200 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/ | 168 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/ | 168 hits
CD Review: Sandfly - Untitled
For the most part, this Lincolnshire based folk-rock outfit, offer pretty ordinary acoustic picking/strumming tunes of the brand that will be eternally popular in pubs whose name begins O' or round the campfires of crusty festivals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/528/ | 159 hits
For the most part, this Lincolnshire based folk-rock outfit, offer pretty ordinary acoustic picking/strumming tunes of the brand that will be eternally popular in pubs whose name begins O' or round the campfires of crusty festivals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/528/ | 159 hits
CD Review: The Invention - Untitled
The opening bars of the mistitled "Orgasm" are beautifully done. A well controlled and very sweet guitar phrase leads into Anthony Slattery's very good vocal delivery on a big open song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/253/ | 260 hits
The opening bars of the mistitled "Orgasm" are beautifully done. A well controlled and very sweet guitar phrase leads into Anthony Slattery's very good vocal delivery on a big open song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/253/ | 260 hits
CD Review: Mondo - Before The Fall
Once in a while a CD comes along which is very special indeed. Today is one of those days. Produced by the band themselves and released on their own label this is Mondo's second album, "Before the Fall".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2653/ | 219 hits
Once in a while a CD comes along which is very special indeed. Today is one of those days. Produced by the band themselves and released on their own label this is Mondo's second album, "Before the Fall".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2653/ | 219 hits
CD Review: Wintermute - Dead Or Not He Was Wearing Sunglasses
Wintermute are a musical breath of fresh air. With their infectious, catchy melodies and strong rhythm they are head and shoulders above the huge pool of guitar-based indie bands that are making the rounds in the nation's cities.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10480/ | 233 hits
Wintermute are a musical breath of fresh air. With their infectious, catchy melodies and strong rhythm they are head and shoulders above the huge pool of guitar-based indie bands that are making the rounds in the nation's cities.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10480/ | 233 hits
CD Review: All Its Worth - The Golden Spoon Theory EP
Research says that All Its Worth, an emerging four-piece from Pudsey are a 'punk rock band' with influences listed as Muse, Placebo, 3 Colours Red and Hole, yet their debut EP is more fittingly described as catchy, guitar pop ditties.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/220/ | 279 hits
Research says that All Its Worth, an emerging four-piece from Pudsey are a 'punk rock band' with influences listed as Muse, Placebo, 3 Colours Red and Hole, yet their debut EP is more fittingly described as catchy, guitar pop ditties.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/220/ | 279 hits
Live Review: The Low Miffs + The Electricity In Our Homes
Saturday night saw the debut for new club night: Fake Hips upstairs at the Library Pub. Having arrived slightly late to see the full set from openers The Electricity In Our Homes, I can't say I regretted my tardiness from what I heard.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8532/ | 225 hits
Saturday night saw the debut for new club night: Fake Hips upstairs at the Library Pub. Having arrived slightly late to see the full set from openers The Electricity In Our Homes, I can't say I regretted my tardiness from what I heard.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8532/ | 225 hits
CD Review: The Breech - In a Better Place
The Breech blend a likeable enough mixture of soft-lad introspective indie with some classic pop/rock melodies to produce a relatively straight sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/286/ | 181 hits
The Breech blend a likeable enough mixture of soft-lad introspective indie with some classic pop/rock melodies to produce a relatively straight sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/286/ | 181 hits
CD Review: The Forgotten Cowboy - Untitled
Slices of indie, heaps of raw callous vocals and an excitable scattering of computer shenanigans are the makeup behind this truly unique outing from Widnes based loon The Forgotten Cowboy, Pseudonym Dilbert Chesterton.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3629/ | 221 hits
Slices of indie, heaps of raw callous vocals and an excitable scattering of computer shenanigans are the makeup behind this truly unique outing from Widnes based loon The Forgotten Cowboy, Pseudonym Dilbert Chesterton.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3629/ | 221 hits
CD Review: Maps - We Can Create
Sadly, I've forgetten the accepted history of the synthesizer. Did Prof. Moog descend from the mountain top to impart the mystic benefits of his new electronic musicianship?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8507/ | 338 hits
Sadly, I've forgetten the accepted history of the synthesizer. Did Prof. Moog descend from the mountain top to impart the mystic benefits of his new electronic musicianship?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8507/ | 338 hits
Live Review: The Libertines + Parva
There was a bit of an air of anticipation, for this gig. Parva's first hometown gig for a while, riding the back of their recent chart position, The Catheters shooting up the airwaves and the press' adoration for The Libertines, made this something of a "must-see" gig.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/813/ | 663 hits
There was a bit of an air of anticipation, for this gig. Parva's first hometown gig for a while, riding the back of their recent chart position, The Catheters shooting up the airwaves and the press' adoration for The Libertines, made this something of a "must-see" gig.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/813/ | 663 hits
Live Review: Cellar Door + 4 Letter Holiday + Friday's Ghost + Soberskin
I arrived at The Vine late to see there was a change to the original line-up for the night. Wakefield three-piece Soberskin had conceded their slot third on the bill to open the night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2860/ | 879 hits
I arrived at The Vine late to see there was a change to the original line-up for the night. Wakefield three-piece Soberskin had conceded their slot third on the bill to open the night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2860/ | 879 hits
Live Review: Dead Meadow + Arbouretum + Held In Hands
With long instrumental sections and packing the small stage with a cacophony of noise, Held In Hands delivered a chaotic and often clashing set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8746/ | 215 hits
With long instrumental sections and packing the small stage with a cacophony of noise, Held In Hands delivered a chaotic and often clashing set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8746/ | 215 hits
CD Review: Damien Rice - Cannonball
The album version of this track has been spiced up with drums, the tempo upped and tinkered with to make it more 'radio friendly' but fortunately that doesn't interfere with the heart of this song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/644/ | 689 hits
The album version of this track has been spiced up with drums, the tempo upped and tinkered with to make it more 'radio friendly' but fortunately that doesn't interfere with the heart of this song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/644/ | 689 hits
Live Review: Bodixa + Rigsby + Great North Patrol
Friday night, end of May, and we're down at Joseph's Well to see three top bands play to a 100+ audience.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/879/ | 149 hits
Friday night, end of May, and we're down at Joseph's Well to see three top bands play to a 100+ audience.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/879/ | 149 hits
Live Review: The Blackout + Kids In Glass Houses + The Humour
The Cockpit is absolutely packed. In fact, we showed up earlier to find the queue winding all the way back under the arches, left for a swift pint thinking it would calm down, and found a similar sized queue, with different kids when we returned, which was after the doors had opened.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8253/ | 369 hits
The Cockpit is absolutely packed. In fact, we showed up earlier to find the queue winding all the way back under the arches, left for a swift pint thinking it would calm down, and found a similar sized queue, with different kids when we returned, which was after the doors had opened.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8253/ | 369 hits
CD Review: The Prize Fighter Inferno - My Brothers Blood Machine
With all the recent success of Coheed And Cambria's recent 'Good Apollo...' album it was only a matter of time before lead singer, Claudio Sanchez' side project would see light of day.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7624/ | 498 hits
With all the recent success of Coheed And Cambria's recent 'Good Apollo...' album it was only a matter of time before lead singer, Claudio Sanchez' side project would see light of day.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7624/ | 498 hits
CD Review: The Reverse - Untitled
Is it me? I keep hearing recordings that make no demands, move no stones and promise no thrills. The Reverse come from Crouch End and make much of acoustic guitar strumming.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/490/ | 112 hits
Is it me? I keep hearing recordings that make no demands, move no stones and promise no thrills. The Reverse come from Crouch End and make much of acoustic guitar strumming.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/490/ | 112 hits
CD Review: Beautiful Feet - Bedroom Demos
I like this CD. Very much. Reviewing acoustic bands is not really my strong point, but this CD just shouts out "play me, play me".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/28/ | 173 hits
I like this CD. Very much. Reviewing acoustic bands is not really my strong point, but this CD just shouts out "play me, play me".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/28/ | 173 hits
CD Review: LaRusso - My Indecision Is Final
Self recorded and self produced eh? Usually sounds like a recipe for disaster amongst local bands. Well, not this time, I suggest everyone ships out to Casa La Russo and asks them to work their magic on their own records.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2500/ | 364 hits
Self recorded and self produced eh? Usually sounds like a recipe for disaster amongst local bands. Well, not this time, I suggest everyone ships out to Casa La Russo and asks them to work their magic on their own records.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2500/ | 364 hits
CD Review: Bap Kennedy - Howl On
With friends like fellow Belfast born Van Morrison and over thirty years in the music industry, singer-songwriter Bap Kennedy has a sound musical pedigree, even if his name doesn't sound familiar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10917/ | 186 hits
With friends like fellow Belfast born Van Morrison and over thirty years in the music industry, singer-songwriter Bap Kennedy has a sound musical pedigree, even if his name doesn't sound familiar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10917/ | 186 hits
CD Review: i concur - Whatever it's going to be
Further proof (if any was needed) that Leeds musicians integrate with the insatiable appetite of a randy swinger when forming new groups and projects are new four piece i concur.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8513/ | 367 hits
Further proof (if any was needed) that Leeds musicians integrate with the insatiable appetite of a randy swinger when forming new groups and projects are new four piece i concur.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8513/ | 367 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/ | 132 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/ | 132 hits
CD Review: Four Tet - Rounds
Effortlessly cool. Tunefully pure. This is iced peach sorbet for any music-glutted ear. Four Tet (on his fourth album for Domino) does digital cut and paste with beautiful instrumental samples and exotic percussion scrapes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/548/ | 200 hits
Effortlessly cool. Tunefully pure. This is iced peach sorbet for any music-glutted ear. Four Tet (on his fourth album for Domino) does digital cut and paste with beautiful instrumental samples and exotic percussion scrapes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/548/ | 200 hits
CD Review: The Pattern - Fragile Awareness
What I like about the pattern is that after first listening I couldn't stand them. I listen 3 days later and I can't stop ...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/475/ | 63 hits
What I like about the pattern is that after first listening I couldn't stand them. I listen 3 days later and I can't stop ...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/475/ | 63 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: Merchandise - Listen Up!
Merchandise's second single from forthcoming album 'For The Masses' is a laidback slice of pop that forsakes big, brash hooks in favour of a rattling acoustic guitar that better showcases 'Listen Up!'s twinkling synths and toe-tapping piano notes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10352/ | 125 hits
Merchandise's second single from forthcoming album 'For The Masses' is a laidback slice of pop that forsakes big, brash hooks in favour of a rattling acoustic guitar that better showcases 'Listen Up!'s twinkling synths and toe-tapping piano notes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10352/ | 125 hits
CD Review: The Bellrays - The Red, White and Black
The down and dirty bass guitar riff of "Remember" kicks off this second Poptones offering from The Bellrays before some rolling drums interrupt proceedings along with strangled guitar for company and then we're off into a rifftastic headlong dash to the chorus.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/643/ | 165 hits
The down and dirty bass guitar riff of "Remember" kicks off this second Poptones offering from The Bellrays before some rolling drums interrupt proceedings along with strangled guitar for company and then we're off into a rifftastic headlong dash to the chorus.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/643/ | 165 hits
CD Review: Paddy Casey - Living
Paddy Casey has a severe case of David Gray-itis - huge in Ireland, but pretty unheard of over here. This LP was kept off the Irish top spot by Dido - and then by only 86 measly copies.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2498/ | 747 hits
Paddy Casey has a severe case of David Gray-itis - huge in Ireland, but pretty unheard of over here. This LP was kept off the Irish top spot by Dido - and then by only 86 measly copies.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2498/ | 747 hits
CD Review: Buck 65 - Secret House Against the World
This is the latest long playing offering from Canadian hip hop poet Buck 65. His voice is a deep and rich drawl spilling out his lyrics above the varying musical backdrops.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4360/ | 448 hits
This is the latest long playing offering from Canadian hip hop poet Buck 65. His voice is a deep and rich drawl spilling out his lyrics above the varying musical backdrops.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4360/ | 448 hits
CD Review: Kasiuss - Untitled
After watching the promotional clip, and certainly after listening to this five track EP from Harrogate band Kasiuss, one cannot help but wonder how they manage to musically multi-task to produce a complete sound with only two band members.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10558/ | 347 hits
After watching the promotional clip, and certainly after listening to this five track EP from Harrogate band Kasiuss, one cannot help but wonder how they manage to musically multi-task to produce a complete sound with only two band members.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10558/ | 347 hits
CD Review: The Whip - Muzzle No 1
From what I can deduce, these boys like to see people moving. And with output like this it's difficult to imagine too many people wanting to stay still.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7957/ | 184 hits
From what I can deduce, these boys like to see people moving. And with output like this it's difficult to imagine too many people wanting to stay still.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7957/ | 184 hits
Live Review: The View
Arriving onstage with the band imploring the crowd with a cry of "Are you up for it?" The View were primed to thrill.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10451/ | 214 hits
Arriving onstage with the band imploring the crowd with a cry of "Are you up for it?" The View were primed to thrill.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10451/ | 214 hits
CD Review: Undercut - To Die For
Oh God here we go again. Haven't we reached our quota of tawdry predictable Coldplay tribute acts yet...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3975/ | 199 hits
Oh God here we go again. Haven't we reached our quota of tawdry predictable Coldplay tribute acts yet...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3975/ | 199 hits
Band Profile: CryGirlCry
Post Hardcore/Pop/Alternative Rock
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7820/ | 284 hits
Post Hardcore/Pop/Alternative Rock
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7820/ | 284 hits
CD Review: Rob Nichols - Allegory
This is Rob Nichols third and most assured album. It's comprised of relaxed and natural sounding arrangements of ten fine new songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/336/ | 339 hits
This is Rob Nichols third and most assured album. It's comprised of relaxed and natural sounding arrangements of ten fine new songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/336/ | 339 hits
CD Review: Decoy - France
Decoy sit musically in a category that is most definitely not indie; probably more rock, with a tendency and concentration towards creating a guitar ambience.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/182/ | 119 hits
Decoy sit musically in a category that is most definitely not indie; probably more rock, with a tendency and concentration towards creating a guitar ambience.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/182/ | 119 hits
CD Review: Clone - Untitled
Clone, dressed in their shades, have an uneasy obsession with writing songs about the stars and planets.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/174/ | 107 hits
Clone, dressed in their shades, have an uneasy obsession with writing songs about the stars and planets.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/174/ | 107 hits
Live Review: Origami Bullets + Artibella + Dice City Lights + Acrobats of Crete
The first band, Acrobats of Crete have their very own man to introduce them, who does a very good job rousing the crowd into some level of attention.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10524/ | 310 hits
The first band, Acrobats of Crete have their very own man to introduce them, who does a very good job rousing the crowd into some level of attention.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10524/ | 310 hits
CD Review: Seven Hours - Blue
Did you ever notice how much Bradford is like Los Angeles? No, neither did I, but BD's Seven Hours propel me into the dark and dirty underground blues bars of LA's cinematic masterpiece 'Swingers' with a "You're so the money baby" and a blast of EA Hockey.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3897/ | 313 hits
Did you ever notice how much Bradford is like Los Angeles? No, neither did I, but BD's Seven Hours propel me into the dark and dirty underground blues bars of LA's cinematic masterpiece 'Swingers' with a "You're so the money baby" and a blast of EA Hockey.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3897/ | 313 hits
CD Review: Million Dead - Living the Dream
The band with the most un-P.C. moniker of recent years return with an endearing slice of raucous alt-rock riffmanship in promotion of their forthcoming album "Harmony No Harmony".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3660/ | 643 hits
The band with the most un-P.C. moniker of recent years return with an endearing slice of raucous alt-rock riffmanship in promotion of their forthcoming album "Harmony No Harmony".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3660/ | 643 hits
Live Review: Stellastarr + The Killers
The Killers are from Las Vegas - that place where celebrities go to get fat, legendary and dead. This in itself should be enough to make you want to go see them but if you want more encouragement there's the fact that they have a battery of fantastic, up-tempo, future indie-disco classics and more on-stage charisma than Timberlake, Connery and Elvis combined - and trust me, that's damn charismatic.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2430/ | 1,174 hits
The Killers are from Las Vegas - that place where celebrities go to get fat, legendary and dead. This in itself should be enough to make you want to go see them but if you want more encouragement there's the fact that they have a battery of fantastic, up-tempo, future indie-disco classics and more on-stage charisma than Timberlake, Connery and Elvis combined - and trust me, that's damn charismatic.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2430/ | 1,174 hits
CD Review: Little Big Men - Let It Go
I was looking at the Plastichead huge mail order catalogue the other day. It's over a month since I ordered a copy of Cursive's new album from them ...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/335/ | 110 hits
I was looking at the Plastichead huge mail order catalogue the other day. It's over a month since I ordered a copy of Cursive's new album from them ...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/335/ | 110 hits
CD Review: Spitfire Charlie - Untitled
A clumsy first intro and a lightly thin vocal sound from Singer John Roberts gave me a first impression that Spitfire Charlie were just another emo-esque double garage band from Adel.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2451/ | 425 hits
A clumsy first intro and a lightly thin vocal sound from Singer John Roberts gave me a first impression that Spitfire Charlie were just another emo-esque double garage band from Adel.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2451/ | 425 hits
CD Review: Cha Cha Cohen - All Artists are Criminals
This is an angry piece of work. Jaqi and Keith Gregory have gone to Australia and do not intend to promote the product.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/219/ | 229 hits
This is an angry piece of work. Jaqi and Keith Gregory have gone to Australia and do not intend to promote the product.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/219/ | 229 hits
CD Review: Mary-Jane - What I Came Here For
I first heard Mary-Jane on Manifesta's (the people behind the now sadly deceased Bar Phono's Pussy Whipped club night) brilliant little compilation of all things riot grrl in Yorkshire - the not so catchily titled - ...and besides everyone knows it's not just boys fun.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6213/ | 252 hits
I first heard Mary-Jane on Manifesta's (the people behind the now sadly deceased Bar Phono's Pussy Whipped club night) brilliant little compilation of all things riot grrl in Yorkshire - the not so catchily titled - ...and besides everyone knows it's not just boys fun.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6213/ | 252 hits
CD Review: The Stations - This Globe Can Be Upgraded
With catchy songs, bold lyrics and raw vocals The Stations' second EP stands firmly in the category of "New-wave Indie", (as opposed to "Shoegazeing", 90s-style Indie).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7099/ | 188 hits
With catchy songs, bold lyrics and raw vocals The Stations' second EP stands firmly in the category of "New-wave Indie", (as opposed to "Shoegazeing", 90s-style Indie).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7099/ | 188 hits
CD Review: Blind Eye View - Perfume
There isn't a great deal that inspires on this 5 track EP. Opening song Perfume is about as good as it gets, with what seems to be their big song - it's as watered down as stadium rock gets.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/503/ | 271 hits
There isn't a great deal that inspires on this 5 track EP. Opening song Perfume is about as good as it gets, with what seems to be their big song - it's as watered down as stadium rock gets.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/503/ | 271 hits
CD Review: Chickenhawk - Chickenhawk
Chickenhawk's debut long-player is an ambitious and heroic montage of many different types of metal. Crunching riffs swing themselves between battering rhythms and off-kilter tempo changes, and are often interspersed with throat-destroying vocal theatrics and glitches of weird electronica.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10271/ | 185 hits
Chickenhawk's debut long-player is an ambitious and heroic montage of many different types of metal. Crunching riffs swing themselves between battering rhythms and off-kilter tempo changes, and are often interspersed with throat-destroying vocal theatrics and glitches of weird electronica.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10271/ | 185 hits
CD Review: Nerina Pallot - Learning to Breathe
The third single from Pallot's quietly yet warmly received Fires reiterates the songstress' essential life-affirming message as conveyed through her lyrics of self-doubt and perseverance coupled with the magical musical arrangements.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8004/ | 125 hits
The third single from Pallot's quietly yet warmly received Fires reiterates the songstress' essential life-affirming message as conveyed through her lyrics of self-doubt and perseverance coupled with the magical musical arrangements.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8004/ | 125 hits
CD Review: Shatner - Thirteen O'Clock
The image of silent film star Harold Lloyd hanging from a clock face on the front cover feels significant - Lloyd is captured struggling with the hands of time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9282/ | 173 hits
The image of silent film star Harold Lloyd hanging from a clock face on the front cover feels significant - Lloyd is captured struggling with the hands of time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9282/ | 173 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/ | 445 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/ | 445 hits
Live Review: Roddy Frame + Bodixa
To some artists, the City Varieties would be a venue to avoid; its arcane stylings and intimate surroundings make it a much more unconventional settings for music in Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6839/ | 367 hits
To some artists, the City Varieties would be a venue to avoid; its arcane stylings and intimate surroundings make it a much more unconventional settings for music in Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6839/ | 367 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
CD Review: Ray LaMontagne - Till the Sun Turns Black
Selling over half a million copies of his debut album 'Trouble' in the UK, Ray LaMontagne seemingly came from nowhere to receive large amounts of critical acclaim and masses of national radio airplay.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8582/ | 141 hits
Selling over half a million copies of his debut album 'Trouble' in the UK, Ray LaMontagne seemingly came from nowhere to receive large amounts of critical acclaim and masses of national radio airplay.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8582/ | 141 hits
CD Review: Creature With The Atom Brain - I Am The Golden Gate Bridge
After two vinyl-only EPs, The Snake and Kill The Snake, I Am The Golden Gate Bridge is the first full-length album from the bizarrely named Creature With The Atom Brain, the brainchild (no pun intended) of Aldo Struyf.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9411/ | 258 hits
After two vinyl-only EPs, The Snake and Kill The Snake, I Am The Golden Gate Bridge is the first full-length album from the bizarrely named Creature With The Atom Brain, the brainchild (no pun intended) of Aldo Struyf.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9411/ | 258 hits
CD Review: Instant Species - 3-Star
I can't believe how impressed I am with this CD. And not only do I get to listen to some cracking songs - and I mean cracking - I get a whole album of them through the post, a ten-track album I'd pay good money for.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/178/ | 336 hits
I can't believe how impressed I am with this CD. And not only do I get to listen to some cracking songs - and I mean cracking - I get a whole album of them through the post, a ten-track album I'd pay good money for.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/178/ | 336 hits
CD Review: The Dais - Untitled
Bright chirpy guitar pop. Seven songs by four blokes from West Yorkshire. It's really not at all bad.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/334/ | 106 hits
Bright chirpy guitar pop. Seven songs by four blokes from West Yorkshire. It's really not at all bad.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/334/ | 106 hits
Live Review: Stephen Fretwell + Morning Runner + Jody Wildgoose
In a modern world where singersongwriters are hotter than ever, unfortunately the bland James Blunt and beautiful Daniel Powter rule the airwaves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6224/ | 379 hits
In a modern world where singersongwriters are hotter than ever, unfortunately the bland James Blunt and beautiful Daniel Powter rule the airwaves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6224/ | 379 hits
CD Review: Dangerlust - Untitled
A couple of Sheffield websites have kind things to say about Dangerlust, a band formed last year out of a previously ditched project called Floater.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2539/ | 210 hits
A couple of Sheffield websites have kind things to say about Dangerlust, a band formed last year out of a previously ditched project called Floater.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2539/ | 210 hits
CD Review: Surferosa - Shanghai My Heart
Some music genres never die. The recent wave of highly polished new wave music a la Stellastarr, The Killers, and even Fountains of Wayne is looking to get even bigger, especially with this neon nugget set to blow the charts skyward.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2643/ | 397 hits
Some music genres never die. The recent wave of highly polished new wave music a la Stellastarr, The Killers, and even Fountains of Wayne is looking to get even bigger, especially with this neon nugget set to blow the charts skyward.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2643/ | 397 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/ | 544 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/ | 544 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/ | 573 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/ | 573 hits
CD Review: Red Go Green Stop - R.E.
Red Go Green Stop's latest slice of adult pop glory opens with an indefinable yet undeniably ska-infused intro proving its status as just that.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8679/ | 348 hits
Red Go Green Stop's latest slice of adult pop glory opens with an indefinable yet undeniably ska-infused intro proving its status as just that.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8679/ | 348 hits
CD Review: i concur - Oblige
CD in the tray; pen at the ready; here's to another laudable post-rock review-by-numbers... Wrong. This release has subverted my expectations, frankly, and not in a uniformly positive way.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10063/ | 230 hits
CD in the tray; pen at the ready; here's to another laudable post-rock review-by-numbers... Wrong. This release has subverted my expectations, frankly, and not in a uniformly positive way.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10063/ | 230 hits
CD Review: Cold War Kids - Robbers & Cowards
The much-hyped Cold War Kids must be wondering what they have done to deserve all the attention... Jeff Buckley?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7977/ | 234 hits
The much-hyped Cold War Kids must be wondering what they have done to deserve all the attention... Jeff Buckley?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7977/ | 234 hits
CD Review: Oh No Ono - Eggs
My formative years, and those of countless others, were brightened considerably by the Danes and the thoughtful gift of Lego they bestowed upon the world.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12349/ | 167 hits
My formative years, and those of countless others, were brightened considerably by the Danes and the thoughtful gift of Lego they bestowed upon the world.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12349/ | 167 hits
CD Review: The Experts - Protein Shake
As the stereo gobbles up its latest shiny donut of musical nourishment, I have to stop it mid-bite to check I've put the right CD in - the resemblance of Protein Shake's opening riff to the chorus of 'Fire' by the Jimi Hendrix Experience is uncanny.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6834/ | 228 hits
As the stereo gobbles up its latest shiny donut of musical nourishment, I have to stop it mid-bite to check I've put the right CD in - the resemblance of Protein Shake's opening riff to the chorus of 'Fire' by the Jimi Hendrix Experience is uncanny.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6834/ | 228 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Maybeshewill / Her Name Is Calla - split single
The two bands that make up this 12" vinyl split single on Nottingham based imprint Field Records have already built quite a cult following throughout the year.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10224/ | 223 hits
The two bands that make up this 12" vinyl split single on Nottingham based imprint Field Records have already built quite a cult following throughout the year.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10224/ | 223 hits
CD Review: Matthew Ryan - Concussion
Another American singer songwriter signed up to One Little Indian's roster. The A&R guy there deserves a big pat on the back cos he's backed another winner here.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/570/ | 108 hits
Another American singer songwriter signed up to One Little Indian's roster. The A&R guy there deserves a big pat on the back cos he's backed another winner here.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/570/ | 108 hits
CD Review: Alyra - Principles of Geology
My interest in Alyra was aroused a month or two back after watching them gig at Dr Wu's. Although an exact recollection of the night's events was hindered somewhat by having quaffed several tankards of ale I do seem to remember enjoying the mixture of emo-tinged breakdowns, sweeping post-rock atmospherics and violins - yes, violins - that Alyra proffered forth that night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/5965/ | 338 hits
My interest in Alyra was aroused a month or two back after watching them gig at Dr Wu's. Although an exact recollection of the night's events was hindered somewhat by having quaffed several tankards of ale I do seem to remember enjoying the mixture of emo-tinged breakdowns, sweeping post-rock atmospherics and violins - yes, violins - that Alyra proffered forth that night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/5965/ | 338 hits
CD Review: The Flaming Lips - The Yeah Yeah Yeah Song
Wayne Coyne: the best front man ever? Possibly: with his charisma and knack for writing wacky songs that still send a powerful enough message, one wouldn't think that the man was forty years of age before achieving worldwide success with his flamboyant outfit The Flaming Lips.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6678/ | 214 hits
Wayne Coyne: the best front man ever? Possibly: with his charisma and knack for writing wacky songs that still send a powerful enough message, one wouldn't think that the man was forty years of age before achieving worldwide success with his flamboyant outfit The Flaming Lips.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6678/ | 214 hits
CD Review: Underdog - Sunny Estate EP
Upon the first listen to this EP I would have sworn I was listening to a group of twee American rockers, however these lads are from Essex!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7836/ | 129 hits
Upon the first listen to this EP I would have sworn I was listening to a group of twee American rockers, however these lads are from Essex!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7836/ | 129 hits
CD Review: Three Children Of Fortune - Scarlet Fever
Despite sounding like an early-eighties kids cartoon a la Mysterious Cities of Gold, Three Children Of Fortune are in fact a post-rock trio from Medway who specialise in creating a "visceral, angry and abrasive take on British guitar music".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3612/ | 516 hits
Despite sounding like an early-eighties kids cartoon a la Mysterious Cities of Gold, Three Children Of Fortune are in fact a post-rock trio from Medway who specialise in creating a "visceral, angry and abrasive take on British guitar music".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3612/ | 516 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/ | 389 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/ | 389 hits
Live Review: Fleet Foxes + Beach House
Opening for the hotly-tipped troupe were seasoned performers Beach House. Appreciated by the hushed audience, Beach House played some very melodic tunes in this short set despite singer Victoria Legrand's largely indiscernible vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9685/ | 272 hits
Opening for the hotly-tipped troupe were seasoned performers Beach House. Appreciated by the hushed audience, Beach House played some very melodic tunes in this short set despite singer Victoria Legrand's largely indiscernible vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9685/ | 272 hits
CD Review: Cypress Hill - What's Your Number
I bet the remaining members of The Clash are laughing their asses off on a regular basis. Not only do they still have an army of loyal fans after all this time, but pretty much all their more groovy stuff gets sampled.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2452/ | 1,807 hits
I bet the remaining members of The Clash are laughing their asses off on a regular basis. Not only do they still have an army of loyal fans after all this time, but pretty much all their more groovy stuff gets sampled.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2452/ | 1,807 hits
CD Review: Polar Bear Club - Chasing Hamburg
'Chasing Hamburg' has been one of the most anticipated alternative releases of 2009, following the somewhat unexpected popularity of 'Sometimes Things Just Disappear.' This popularity is no doubt set to continue to rise and fill the band's packed touring schedule to the maximum.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11263/ | 157 hits
'Chasing Hamburg' has been one of the most anticipated alternative releases of 2009, following the somewhat unexpected popularity of 'Sometimes Things Just Disappear.' This popularity is no doubt set to continue to rise and fill the band's packed touring schedule to the maximum.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11263/ | 157 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: Soberskin - Erectronic
Identity is a vital thing in popular music. What you sound like is never as important as how the audience relate to your personality.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/254/ | 260 hits
Identity is a vital thing in popular music. What you sound like is never as important as how the audience relate to your personality.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/254/ | 260 hits
CD Review: Semifinalists - s/t
No two ways about it. This is a purely beautiful debut album. Semifinalists have managed to condense hours of sweeping, emotional epic music all the way down into 3 minute wedges of charming pop music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6559/ | 483 hits
No two ways about it. This is a purely beautiful debut album. Semifinalists have managed to condense hours of sweeping, emotional epic music all the way down into 3 minute wedges of charming pop music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6559/ | 483 hits
Live Review: Parva + The Union Volts + Being 747
Would putting rock bands in a massive hole work? With a crowd made-up of mostly of people wanting to be seen and grab the free booze, it was a triumph for the bands for so many to be grabbed from the bar by the quality of the music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/835/ | 306 hits
Would putting rock bands in a massive hole work? With a crowd made-up of mostly of people wanting to be seen and grab the free booze, it was a triumph for the bands for so many to be grabbed from the bar by the quality of the music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/835/ | 306 hits
CD Review: Seed - Smoke and Mirrors
According to their press release, the three members of Seed are only 16. Blimey. At such a young age, it's fair to say that they have plenty of potential.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2245/ | 286 hits
According to their press release, the three members of Seed are only 16. Blimey. At such a young age, it's fair to say that they have plenty of potential.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2245/ | 286 hits
CD Review: Tempting Kate - Demonstrations
Two words: Unlucky & Resilient....for if you are to make it in this business you must expect the former and master the latter.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/119/ | 181 hits
Two words: Unlucky & Resilient....for if you are to make it in this business you must expect the former and master the latter.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/119/ | 181 hits
CD Review: King Booty - s/t
More funky house music? Oh yes. King Booty sound like some sort of cross between those endless 'chilled dance music' CDs you see clogging up valuable space in Virgin Megastores and the sound of French dance music from about 1998 - 1999.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2845/ | 484 hits
More funky house music? Oh yes. King Booty sound like some sort of cross between those endless 'chilled dance music' CDs you see clogging up valuable space in Virgin Megastores and the sound of French dance music from about 1998 - 1999.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2845/ | 484 hits
CD Review: Diefenbach - Set and Drift
Third album proper from the genre melding Danes, 'Set & Drift' sees Diefenbach occupying territory somewhere between camps indie and electronic.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/5986/ | 202 hits
Third album proper from the genre melding Danes, 'Set & Drift' sees Diefenbach occupying territory somewhere between camps indie and electronic.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/5986/ | 202 hits
CD Review: Groove Armada - From The Vaults 1997-2007
At first glance of the cover, it's quite confusing to what the title of this album actually is, as 'GROOVE ARMADA - 10 YEAR STORY' stares you in the face, yet in the top left corner, 'From the Vaults 1997-2007' peers in discretely.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9071/ | 508 hits
At first glance of the cover, it's quite confusing to what the title of this album actually is, as 'GROOVE ARMADA - 10 YEAR STORY' stares you in the face, yet in the top left corner, 'From the Vaults 1997-2007' peers in discretely.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9071/ | 508 hits
CD Review: Beautiful Feet - Unfinished Business EP
Beautiful feet have a very pleasing sound, a Radio 2 Sunday morning sound, a keeuuwwwwl sound - not a bad thing, in fact with the increasing number of noisy guitar monkeys out there it is refreshing to hear someone being subtle with their instruments.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/80/ | 183 hits
Beautiful feet have a very pleasing sound, a Radio 2 Sunday morning sound, a keeuuwwwwl sound - not a bad thing, in fact with the increasing number of noisy guitar monkeys out there it is refreshing to hear someone being subtle with their instruments.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/80/ | 183 hits
CD Review: 10 Days - The Future is Unwritten
"10 Days are one of the truly original bands on the underground currently." "Ten Days are a trio to be at the forefront of the next generation of alt.guitar bands in this city." With chronic press notices like those any band is going to struggle to make an impression.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/595/ | 602 hits
"10 Days are one of the truly original bands on the underground currently." "Ten Days are a trio to be at the forefront of the next generation of alt.guitar bands in this city." With chronic press notices like those any band is going to struggle to make an impression.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/595/ | 602 hits
CD Review: Simple Kid - #1
I was disturbed when I received this CD through the post. Not by the cover or the content, but by what it said on the label stuck to it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2546/ | 420 hits
I was disturbed when I received this CD through the post. Not by the cover or the content, but by what it said on the label stuck to it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2546/ | 420 hits
CD Review: Cardboard Cowboy - Untitled
From the depths of Zebra Industries, I'm clouted on the back of the head by a very interesting three track demo CD of side project material.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/98/ | 120 hits
From the depths of Zebra Industries, I'm clouted on the back of the head by a very interesting three track demo CD of side project material.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/98/ | 120 hits
CD Review: Mumm-Ra - These Things Move in Threes
I tend to be a little wary of bands like Mumm-Ra, who take up instruments with the sole purpose of being in a band to pass the time - something all the members of this group admit to.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8435/ | 669 hits
I tend to be a little wary of bands like Mumm-Ra, who take up instruments with the sole purpose of being in a band to pass the time - something all the members of this group admit to.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8435/ | 669 hits
CD Review: The Crypt - Untitled
With a name such as The Crypt, you'd be forgiven for thinking that this band is a Goth-rock or black metal outfit.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6399/ | 167 hits
With a name such as The Crypt, you'd be forgiven for thinking that this band is a Goth-rock or black metal outfit.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6399/ | 167 hits
CD Review: This Black Velvetine - Goodbye
This Black Velvetine's latest release, the three track EP "Goodbye" reeks of all things sleaze, snot and debauched rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6391/ | 214 hits
This Black Velvetine's latest release, the three track EP "Goodbye" reeks of all things sleaze, snot and debauched rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6391/ | 214 hits
CD Review: Mojo Pin - Stripes
Making notes as I listen to Mojo Pin for the first time I can feel the internal on/off switch clicking at regular intervals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/73/ | 121 hits
Making notes as I listen to Mojo Pin for the first time I can feel the internal on/off switch clicking at regular intervals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/73/ | 121 hits
Live Review: Misled Vision + Cutout Hero + Dum Flux
Dum Flux opened up the evening in a punk rock fashion. Melodic, energetic but let down by out of time guitars and slightly out of tune vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1029/ | 174 hits
Dum Flux opened up the evening in a punk rock fashion. Melodic, energetic but let down by out of time guitars and slightly out of tune vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1029/ | 174 hits
Band Profile: Herdwhite
Herdwhite have been described as a modest yet pioneering Electronic/Rock outfit. Influences range from Muse and The Editors to The Chemical Brothers and The Prodigy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1747/ | 272 hits
Herdwhite have been described as a modest yet pioneering Electronic/Rock outfit. Influences range from Muse and The Editors to The Chemical Brothers and The Prodigy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1747/ | 272 hits
CD Review: Republic of Loose - This Is The Tomb Of The Juice
Sounding pretty similar to one of Josh Homme's myriad of side projects, Republic of Loose are actually closer to jazz/soul or Dr John-esque funk than dirty, scuzzy rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2793/ | 736 hits
Sounding pretty similar to one of Josh Homme's myriad of side projects, Republic of Loose are actually closer to jazz/soul or Dr John-esque funk than dirty, scuzzy rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2793/ | 736 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Bright Young Things 2007
Fifteen quite individual tracks - and yet there's more than a hint of overall unity to this. Not sameness: far from it, but a feel that it wouldn't be impossible to cook up a narrative thread plotting the journey from minute 1 to minute 59, and so award concept album status as well as whatever other accolades are coming to BYT 2007.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8161/ | 362 hits
Fifteen quite individual tracks - and yet there's more than a hint of overall unity to this. Not sameness: far from it, but a feel that it wouldn't be impossible to cook up a narrative thread plotting the journey from minute 1 to minute 59, and so award concept album status as well as whatever other accolades are coming to BYT 2007.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8161/ | 362 hits
CD Review: King Biscuit Time - Black Gold
I want to buy a cabassa, delve my bear feet into warm sand and let my hair blow around me while the sea breeze tickles my nose.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6781/ | 135 hits
I want to buy a cabassa, delve my bear feet into warm sand and let my hair blow around me while the sea breeze tickles my nose.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6781/ | 135 hits
CD Review: Shallowend - The Waterfall EP
Aaaaaghh I must cross the line forbidden to all reviewers and do the unthinkable....review someone I know!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1/ | 134 hits
Aaaaaghh I must cross the line forbidden to all reviewers and do the unthinkable....review someone I know!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1/ | 134 hits
Live Review: Goldrush + Tannaou + Hayley Avron
You may remember Hayley Avron as one third of Leeds garage-indie types The Tennessee Traincrash. While I have to admit I wasn't a particularly big fan of theirs, her new guise as an acoustic singer-songwriter is, it has to be said, a big improvement on the Strokes-lite indie of her old band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3298/ | 428 hits
You may remember Hayley Avron as one third of Leeds garage-indie types The Tennessee Traincrash. While I have to admit I wasn't a particularly big fan of theirs, her new guise as an acoustic singer-songwriter is, it has to be said, a big improvement on the Strokes-lite indie of her old band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3298/ | 428 hits
CD Review: The Lodger - Grown Ups
Melodic indie-pop minstrels The Lodger have avoided rushing into recording their debut album, the band instead deciding to rouse interest through several single releases on a variety of independent labels.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8515/ | 490 hits
Melodic indie-pop minstrels The Lodger have avoided rushing into recording their debut album, the band instead deciding to rouse interest through several single releases on a variety of independent labels.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8515/ | 490 hits
CD Review: Lowfields - Untitled
Despite only forming four months prior to this recording, Leeds act Lowfields' first ever demo is two tracks of instantly likeable mainstream rock, played by very accomplished musicians.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10930/ | 121 hits
Despite only forming four months prior to this recording, Leeds act Lowfields' first ever demo is two tracks of instantly likeable mainstream rock, played by very accomplished musicians.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10930/ | 121 hits
CD Review: Seven Hours - Make It Up
Sounding like coffee table jazz funk, but with a rougher Tom Waits on vocals, Seven Hours are a bit of a mixed bunch.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2720/ | 351 hits
Sounding like coffee table jazz funk, but with a rougher Tom Waits on vocals, Seven Hours are a bit of a mixed bunch.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2720/ | 351 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/ | 393 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/ | 393 hits
CD Review: Superelectric - E Is For Effort, A Is For Attainment
First off, I like this CD a lot, it's up there with a lot of good CD's, and I really enjoy listening to it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/36/ | 74 hits
First off, I like this CD a lot, it's up there with a lot of good CD's, and I really enjoy listening to it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/36/ | 74 hits
CD Review: The Bluefoot Project - Observations
Well, well, well. How can a crusty old white anti-dance geetar git like me get rapturous about stuff like this?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/58/ | 114 hits
Well, well, well. How can a crusty old white anti-dance geetar git like me get rapturous about stuff like this?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/58/ | 114 hits
Live Review: Pulled Apart by Horses
Pulled Apart by Horses had already played on The Festival Republic Stage on Friday while I was watching Chickenhawk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11173/ | 402 hits
Pulled Apart by Horses had already played on The Festival Republic Stage on Friday while I was watching Chickenhawk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11173/ | 402 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/ | 376 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/ | 376 hits
Live Review: Galitza + Falconetti + Mi Mye + Dave Cooke
It's an early festive treat for punters at The Vine, although when I arrive it looks like a makeshift Berlin Wall made of sheets has been erected, with the bizarre prospect of a gig one side, and a huge fucker of a piss up with 70 quid plus rounds on the other.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3414/ | 521 hits
It's an early festive treat for punters at The Vine, although when I arrive it looks like a makeshift Berlin Wall made of sheets has been erected, with the bizarre prospect of a gig one side, and a huge fucker of a piss up with 70 quid plus rounds on the other.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3414/ | 521 hits
CD Review: Indigo Skins - Untitled
Having supported Laika Dog and with an upcoming show sharing the stage with Forward Russia, Indigo Skins could be going places.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6442/ | 399 hits
Having supported Laika Dog and with an upcoming show sharing the stage with Forward Russia, Indigo Skins could be going places.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6442/ | 399 hits
Live Review: The Ebb + Boabak Cut + Charly Six
I remember the days when Charly Six were Brass Monkey and I was interested to see what they would be like after all this time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/757/ | 216 hits
I remember the days when Charly Six were Brass Monkey and I was interested to see what they would be like after all this time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/757/ | 216 hits
CD Review: Great North Patrol - Battle
Watching glimpses of Great North Patrol live it wasn't difficult to spot a comparison in both their stage presence and their music to bands like Oasis.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/169/ | 140 hits
Watching glimpses of Great North Patrol live it wasn't difficult to spot a comparison in both their stage presence and their music to bands like Oasis.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/169/ | 140 hits
CD Review: David Saw - Broken Down Figure
When the sticker on the promo reads "second album from the Martha's Vineyard via Aylesbury singer/songwriter, with his soul searching take on love from the school of Damien Rice and Ryan Adams," you really know you're in for something more than usually bad.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10816/ | 141 hits
When the sticker on the promo reads "second album from the Martha's Vineyard via Aylesbury singer/songwriter, with his soul searching take on love from the school of Damien Rice and Ryan Adams," you really know you're in for something more than usually bad.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10816/ | 141 hits
CD Review: Emmet - The Disfunktional EP
Returning to the CD reviews page after a good few months absence is Emmet, the dance band it's OK to like.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2918/ | 206 hits
Returning to the CD reviews page after a good few months absence is Emmet, the dance band it's OK to like.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2918/ | 206 hits
CD Review: Popup - Chinese Burn / Stagecoach
A positively energetic guitar-laden introduction on 'Chinese Burn' paves the way for yet another popup piece of pure [expletive-ridden] brilliance.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7787/ | 280 hits
A positively energetic guitar-laden introduction on 'Chinese Burn' paves the way for yet another popup piece of pure [expletive-ridden] brilliance.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7787/ | 280 hits
Live Review: les Flames! + Tsuji Giri + The Sonar Yen
A much-billed single launch beckoned tonight at the Fenton with a joint headline of les Flames! and The Scaramanga Six.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1021/ | 119 hits
A much-billed single launch beckoned tonight at the Fenton with a joint headline of les Flames! and The Scaramanga Six.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1021/ | 119 hits
CD Review: Chevron - Twisted And Fallen
Chevron's two-track CD release on the Valentine label is a chaotic splurge of grungy-school-kid rock with an unsteady blast of musical intelligence struggling to escape.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/83/ | 192 hits
Chevron's two-track CD release on the Valentine label is a chaotic splurge of grungy-school-kid rock with an unsteady blast of musical intelligence struggling to escape.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/83/ | 192 hits
Live Review: The Delamores
The Delamores' vocalist Lee never breaks sweat. He is an enigmatic, quiet man who prefers to leave the jocularities to jovial bassist Baz, who tonight is sporting a canny leopard print guitar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4188/ | 526 hits
The Delamores' vocalist Lee never breaks sweat. He is an enigmatic, quiet man who prefers to leave the jocularities to jovial bassist Baz, who tonight is sporting a canny leopard print guitar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4188/ | 526 hits
CD Review: The Jones - Untitled
This three track EP from Leeds-based band The Jones opens with the twinkling, synth-studded stomp of 'Wideawake.' Built on one of those relentless backing beats that manages to be mind-numbingly repetitive in a good way, it's clear where 'Wideawake' is going right from the very start.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10472/ | 155 hits
This three track EP from Leeds-based band The Jones opens with the twinkling, synth-studded stomp of 'Wideawake.' Built on one of those relentless backing beats that manages to be mind-numbingly repetitive in a good way, it's clear where 'Wideawake' is going right from the very start.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10472/ | 155 hits
Live Review: The Futureheads + The Rakes + The Holy Terror
The Holy Terror are four impossibly fresh faced youngsters apparently raised solely on a diet of the Slits and Babes In Toyland.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2859/ | 812 hits
The Holy Terror are four impossibly fresh faced youngsters apparently raised solely on a diet of the Slits and Babes In Toyland.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2859/ | 812 hits
CD Review: The Warlocks - The Mirror Explodes
What's the usual form for a band releasing their fifth long player, taking into account a dwindling public profile and a forthcoming tour of ever more 'intimate' venues?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10780/ | 135 hits
What's the usual form for a band releasing their fifth long player, taking into account a dwindling public profile and a forthcoming tour of ever more 'intimate' venues?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10780/ | 135 hits
CD Review: Water - Monkey Steps
Bradford's Water pleasingly don't fit the usual sweaty longhaired contingent of the city. This album is proficiently played by 3 talented musicians, produced by former Cure levels changer Steve Whitfield, has as much professionalism about it as you would hope, and 11 (that's eleven) songs that borrow a number of classic ideas...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/99/ | 145 hits
Bradford's Water pleasingly don't fit the usual sweaty longhaired contingent of the city. This album is proficiently played by 3 talented musicians, produced by former Cure levels changer Steve Whitfield, has as much professionalism about it as you would hope, and 11 (that's eleven) songs that borrow a number of classic ideas...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/99/ | 145 hits
CD Review: Dirty Three - She Has No Strings Apollo
Melbourne's Dirty Three play no genre music. Jim White plays drums, Warren Ellis plays violin and Mick Turner plays guitar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/496/ | 207 hits
Melbourne's Dirty Three play no genre music. Jim White plays drums, Warren Ellis plays violin and Mick Turner plays guitar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/496/ | 207 hits
Live Review: Cold War Kids + Dananananaykroyd + King Creosote + Pictish Trail + Abe Vigoda
Stag and Dagger was a series of gigs put on around Leeds at a variety of venues. I decided to split my night between the seemingly themed Scottish (Brudenell) and American (TJ's Woodhouse Club) hi-jinks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10830/ | 137 hits
Stag and Dagger was a series of gigs put on around Leeds at a variety of venues. I decided to split my night between the seemingly themed Scottish (Brudenell) and American (TJ's Woodhouse Club) hi-jinks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10830/ | 137 hits
Live Review: Vincent Vincent and the Villains
To say it lacked atmosphere would be understatement of the year, especially considering the reputation that North by South Best has.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8014/ | 298 hits
To say it lacked atmosphere would be understatement of the year, especially considering the reputation that North by South Best has.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8014/ | 298 hits
Live Review: The Hold Steady + The New York Fund
On your first visit to the Irish Centre, it wouldn't strike you as a typical venue for gigs like tonight.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9800/ | 295 hits
On your first visit to the Irish Centre, it wouldn't strike you as a typical venue for gigs like tonight.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9800/ | 295 hits
Live Review: Dragonette
So I'm stood at the edge of the dancefloor looking on. Two guys are somewhat the worse for wear, they and they alone seem lost in a parallel universe where unpredictable currents are making their fight to keep their footing a forlorn hope.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8348/ | 343 hits
So I'm stood at the edge of the dancefloor looking on. Two guys are somewhat the worse for wear, they and they alone seem lost in a parallel universe where unpredictable currents are making their fight to keep their footing a forlorn hope.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8348/ | 343 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/ | 196 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/ | 196 hits
CD Review: Burn The Mona Lisa - Plastic Pop
Displaying genuine heart-on-the-sleeve histrionics, Burn The Mona Lisa are said to be on a mission to 'overthrow the overrated' according to the media blurb accompanying this release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3380/ | 282 hits
Displaying genuine heart-on-the-sleeve histrionics, Burn The Mona Lisa are said to be on a mission to 'overthrow the overrated' according to the media blurb accompanying this release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3380/ | 282 hits
CD Review: Ping Pong Bitches - Roc Ya Body
Ping Pong Bitches' forthcoming single 'Roc Ya Body' sounds like Goldfrapp, X Ray Specs and Karen O locked Girls Aloud in a dungeon and beat the crap out of the pop tarts then turned it into a record about wanting to shag teenage boys.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7406/ | 609 hits
Ping Pong Bitches' forthcoming single 'Roc Ya Body' sounds like Goldfrapp, X Ray Specs and Karen O locked Girls Aloud in a dungeon and beat the crap out of the pop tarts then turned it into a record about wanting to shag teenage boys.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7406/ | 609 hits
Live Review: Baby Food + The Detonators + The Alamo + The Lodger
Dogged by guitar trouble throughout his set, The Lodger battles on with an aggressive guitar style juxtaposing nicely with the tuneful vocal melodies.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2835/ | 653 hits
Dogged by guitar trouble throughout his set, The Lodger battles on with an aggressive guitar style juxtaposing nicely with the tuneful vocal melodies.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2835/ | 653 hits
CD Review: Shearwater - Palo Santo
Shearwater's 4th album "Palo Santo" sees existing band member Jonathan Meiburg rise from the shadow of Okkervil River's Will Sheff and take full command of the songwriting and vocal duties with positive results.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6978/ | 432 hits
Shearwater's 4th album "Palo Santo" sees existing band member Jonathan Meiburg rise from the shadow of Okkervil River's Will Sheff and take full command of the songwriting and vocal duties with positive results.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6978/ | 432 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/ | 297 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/ | 297 hits
CD Review: Flaming Apes Head - Untitled
Tony Bliar really has Britain under his spindly thumb. In the Red corner, weighing approximately 180 lbs, representing middle class Britain, we have James "The Boredom" Blunt.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4173/ | 232 hits
Tony Bliar really has Britain under his spindly thumb. In the Red corner, weighing approximately 180 lbs, representing middle class Britain, we have James "The Boredom" Blunt.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4173/ | 232 hits
CD Review: Days Of Worth - The Western Mechanism
Somehow no matter how hard you try - and I mean really, really try - you just can't imagine Surrey as the backdrop against which tales of angst-ridden suburban alpha-male woe are set to wistfully melodic slabs of post-hardcore rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3712/ | 707 hits
Somehow no matter how hard you try - and I mean really, really try - you just can't imagine Surrey as the backdrop against which tales of angst-ridden suburban alpha-male woe are set to wistfully melodic slabs of post-hardcore rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3712/ | 707 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/ | 374 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/ | 374 hits
CD Review: Avosetta - Of Our Lives
'Of Our Lives,' the debut EP from Norwich-based five piece Avosetta is one of those frustrating releases where each song has many good points, that never quite come together right.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12072/ | 177 hits
'Of Our Lives,' the debut EP from Norwich-based five piece Avosetta is one of those frustrating releases where each song has many good points, that never quite come together right.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12072/ | 177 hits
CD Review: Hayley Hutchinson - Independently Blue
York's Hayley Hutchinson has set up her own label, HayLo Media, to release this debut album of country tinged acoustic tunes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3006/ | 685 hits
York's Hayley Hutchinson has set up her own label, HayLo Media, to release this debut album of country tinged acoustic tunes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3006/ | 685 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/ | 340 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/ | 340 hits
Live Review: The Haunted
For the uninitiated The Haunted are from Gothenburg, Sweden. Formed from the ashes of seminal metallers, "At the Gates", their music is that of unbelievable extremes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2656/ | 240 hits
For the uninitiated The Haunted are from Gothenburg, Sweden. Formed from the ashes of seminal metallers, "At the Gates", their music is that of unbelievable extremes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2656/ | 240 hits
Live Review: Mainline + The Fret + The High Chairs
Saturday night, and as usual I'm off to see some indie bands... for once however I know very little about the bands I'm going to see.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7013/ | 644 hits
Saturday night, and as usual I'm off to see some indie bands... for once however I know very little about the bands I'm going to see.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7013/ | 644 hits
Live Review: TV John + Being 747 + Danny Carr
Having arrived at the Well a bit late, I arrived to see the end of the first act, a duo performing what I'd probably call the most traditional set of the evening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/692/ | 226 hits
Having arrived at the Well a bit late, I arrived to see the end of the first act, a duo performing what I'd probably call the most traditional set of the evening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/692/ | 226 hits
Live Review: Madeleine Brooks + Gareth Scott
"Prepare yourselves for a textured sound," chuckled Madeleine Brooks in sympathy for the audience's predicament as well as her own.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3185/ | 376 hits
"Prepare yourselves for a textured sound," chuckled Madeleine Brooks in sympathy for the audience's predicament as well as her own.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3185/ | 376 hits
CD Review: Mute Math - Armistice
It is always nice when it is difficult to pin a band down to any particular genre, and Mute Math are one of those that easily melt away the boundaries between alternative, pop and rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11021/ | 904 hits
It is always nice when it is difficult to pin a band down to any particular genre, and Mute Math are one of those that easily melt away the boundaries between alternative, pop and rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11021/ | 904 hits
Live Review: José González + Peter Moren
Peter Moren, from Peter, Bjorn and John is seemingly part of the growing Swedish indie mafia, joining his fellow countryman for just four dates on this tour.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9999/ | 198 hits
Peter Moren, from Peter, Bjorn and John is seemingly part of the growing Swedish indie mafia, joining his fellow countryman for just four dates on this tour.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9999/ | 198 hits
Live Review: The Rifles
So here we finally were, The Chingford quartet more commonly known as The Rifles had arrived to play to an eager, tightly-packed Leeds crowd.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10545/ | 239 hits
So here we finally were, The Chingford quartet more commonly known as The Rifles had arrived to play to an eager, tightly-packed Leeds crowd.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10545/ | 239 hits
Live Review: Fall Out Boy + Nightmare Of You
It is said everybody is worth their 5 minutes of fame. Be it car crash reality TV carnage or that guy who once streaked at Wimbledon, everyone deserves their moment of glory no matter how fleeting.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6275/ | 5,110 hits
It is said everybody is worth their 5 minutes of fame. Be it car crash reality TV carnage or that guy who once streaked at Wimbledon, everyone deserves their moment of glory no matter how fleeting.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6275/ | 5,110 hits
Live Review: Machine Guns & Leather Jackets + Dirty Weekend + Night Herons + Deathretro
In between being constantly asked to move out of the way by these guys wanting to play pool (on a table stupidly situated 10ft away from the stage), a thoroughly good night of exciting live bands was enjoyed at The Elbow Room on Friday night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12289/ | 258 hits
In between being constantly asked to move out of the way by these guys wanting to play pool (on a table stupidly situated 10ft away from the stage), a thoroughly good night of exciting live bands was enjoyed at The Elbow Room on Friday night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12289/ | 258 hits
CD Review: The Stills - Logic Will Break Your Heart
Titled for despair at the impossibility of rewriting pop's best ever song, the Stills' CD falls like a shiny stone into a lake of clear cold water to join the decorative thousands of similarly beautiful items.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2272/ | 558 hits
Titled for despair at the impossibility of rewriting pop's best ever song, the Stills' CD falls like a shiny stone into a lake of clear cold water to join the decorative thousands of similarly beautiful items.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2272/ | 558 hits
Live Review: Plastic Fuzz
This was my first Tea Time Shuffle for some time, and I was excited to be down reviewing a band I actually discovered through LMS - Plastic Fuzz.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9713/ | 176 hits
This was my first Tea Time Shuffle for some time, and I was excited to be down reviewing a band I actually discovered through LMS - Plastic Fuzz.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9713/ | 176 hits
CD Review: Billy Bragg - Mr Love & Justice
Everything I don't really want to say about Mr Love and Justice is forced out of me by knowing that the slack and meandering four and half minute first track is also the single from the album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9322/ | 318 hits
Everything I don't really want to say about Mr Love and Justice is forced out of me by knowing that the slack and meandering four and half minute first track is also the single from the album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9322/ | 318 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/ | 123 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/ | 123 hits
CD Review: Nerina Pallot - Fires
Having toured with many large acts including James Blunt, Sheryl Crow and Joseph Arthur, Pallot's album 'Fires' is sure to be purchased primarily by fans she has won over with stunning live performances, myself included.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6592/ | 1,272 hits
Having toured with many large acts including James Blunt, Sheryl Crow and Joseph Arthur, Pallot's album 'Fires' is sure to be purchased primarily by fans she has won over with stunning live performances, myself included.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6592/ | 1,272 hits
Live Review: Modeliste + Pinstripe + Dr Scott And The Intrepid Funkateers
First up tonight are 'The Humour' and, if you're reading this gents, I hope you live up to your name because I, err, missed your set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6187/ | 589 hits
First up tonight are 'The Humour' and, if you're reading this gents, I hope you live up to your name because I, err, missed your set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6187/ | 589 hits
CD Review: Sound Of Sirens - What's That Noise?
EP opener 'One Step' is pretty standard, mid-tempo indie-rock with some sharp, hook-packed vocals that lift it above the level of the other bands currently ploughing a similar furrow.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10674/ | 265 hits
EP opener 'One Step' is pretty standard, mid-tempo indie-rock with some sharp, hook-packed vocals that lift it above the level of the other bands currently ploughing a similar furrow.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10674/ | 265 hits
CD Review: Jesse Malin - The Heat
Seemingly bursting out of nowhere from Queens, New York last year with debut 'The Fine Art Of Self Destruction' Jesse Malin won over a legion of fans with his punk-inspired yet, gentle, melodic and lyrically strong songs in the classic songwriter mould.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2742/ | 795 hits
Seemingly bursting out of nowhere from Queens, New York last year with debut 'The Fine Art Of Self Destruction' Jesse Malin won over a legion of fans with his punk-inspired yet, gentle, melodic and lyrically strong songs in the classic songwriter mould.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2742/ | 795 hits
CD Review: I Remember Tapes - C45
Winchester four-piece I Remember Tapes release three track EP 'C45,' a mix of spiky indie riffs, lo-fi fuzz, and rock guitars.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10927/ | 190 hits
Winchester four-piece I Remember Tapes release three track EP 'C45,' a mix of spiky indie riffs, lo-fi fuzz, and rock guitars.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10927/ | 190 hits
CD Review: Dialog - Far Too Long EP
For a while now I've been searching for something fresh and new to add to my heavier collection, but at the same time something that still clings to the roots of the legendary bands that I grew up with - thank god for Dialog.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7717/ | 138 hits
For a while now I've been searching for something fresh and new to add to my heavier collection, but at the same time something that still clings to the roots of the legendary bands that I grew up with - thank god for Dialog.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7717/ | 138 hits
CD Review: Video Nasties - On All Fours
'On All Fours' is the debut full-length from West London's Video Nasties, serving up eleven tracks of fuzzy, heavily-distorted punk, with occasional forays into more experimental territory.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10532/ | 266 hits
'On All Fours' is the debut full-length from West London's Video Nasties, serving up eleven tracks of fuzzy, heavily-distorted punk, with occasional forays into more experimental territory.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10532/ | 266 hits
Live Review: Marvins Revolt + Arms At Last + Wintermute
The latest You Are Invited all-dayer in Huddersfield may be the last unless some benevolent soul steps forward and offers to support the event.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9447/ | 281 hits
The latest You Are Invited all-dayer in Huddersfield may be the last unless some benevolent soul steps forward and offers to support the event.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9447/ | 281 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/ | 414 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/ | 414 hits
CD Review: A Camp - Love Has Left The Room
'Love Has Left The Room' is the first single to be taken from 'Colonia,' the sophomore album from 'A Camp,' which features Nina Persson of The Cardigans fame.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10670/ | 595 hits
'Love Has Left The Room' is the first single to be taken from 'Colonia,' the sophomore album from 'A Camp,' which features Nina Persson of The Cardigans fame.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10670/ | 595 hits
CD Review: Munkie - Chemical Process
Having reviewed his other album, I feel a bit apprehensive as to what Munkie's done with himself since.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3444/ | 450 hits
Having reviewed his other album, I feel a bit apprehensive as to what Munkie's done with himself since.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3444/ | 450 hits
CD Review: Yonderboy - Untitled
For a band that describes themselves as 'Italian Pop / Dutch Pop / Chinese Pop' I was somewhat anxious of the audio content of Yonderboy's demo.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10005/ | 231 hits
For a band that describes themselves as 'Italian Pop / Dutch Pop / Chinese Pop' I was somewhat anxious of the audio content of Yonderboy's demo.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10005/ | 231 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Across The Pennines IV
Another ATP compilation hits the doormat and, with it comes another predictably unpredictable clutch of northern sparkle.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9284/ | 268 hits
Another ATP compilation hits the doormat and, with it comes another predictably unpredictable clutch of northern sparkle.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9284/ | 268 hits
Live Review: The Labels + No AV On The TV + Metro + Never So Few
Tonight at The Bedroom sees WEAREYOU (of Thursday night @ Carpe Diem fame) expand its reaches to Wakefield.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6405/ | 504 hits
Tonight at The Bedroom sees WEAREYOU (of Thursday night @ Carpe Diem fame) expand its reaches to Wakefield.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6405/ | 504 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: Four Stroke - 4mornings
4mornings is an ambitious project. Each of four songs is led in by a sound montage of one of the band member's morning.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2300/ | 465 hits
4mornings is an ambitious project. Each of four songs is led in by a sound montage of one of the band member's morning.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2300/ | 465 hits
CD Review: Husky Rescue - Diamonds in the Sky
You know them letters that get sent into Ceefax music and entertainment section page 518? Let me give you a few examples: "Richey Manic is by far and out the greatest guitarist of all time" / "I hate The Beatles, they haven't done anything for music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7571/ | 208 hits
You know them letters that get sent into Ceefax music and entertainment section page 518? Let me give you a few examples: "Richey Manic is by far and out the greatest guitarist of all time" / "I hate The Beatles, they haven't done anything for music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7571/ | 208 hits
Live Review: Red Cells + Pulled Apart by Horses + The Humour
The hyperactivity begins outside with some rather fresh-faced Humour fans chanting an assortment of aphorisms, which can be heard a good few streets away.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9799/ | 509 hits
The hyperactivity begins outside with some rather fresh-faced Humour fans chanting an assortment of aphorisms, which can be heard a good few streets away.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9799/ | 509 hits
Live Review: four day Hombre + Sixty 6 + Delta Volts
Fibbers of York is a great venue that has started to attract some great bands. Tonight was no exception.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2868/ | 656 hits
Fibbers of York is a great venue that has started to attract some great bands. Tonight was no exception.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2868/ | 656 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: Vinyl Beat + Kenosha
Tonight's openers, Leeds three-piece Kenosha, are named after the place where Happy Days was filmed. This All-American influence has clearly permeated their musical influences as well, with their sound highly reminiscent of Queens of the Stone Age at their "Rated R" peak.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2443/ | 496 hits
Tonight's openers, Leeds three-piece Kenosha, are named after the place where Happy Days was filmed. This All-American influence has clearly permeated their musical influences as well, with their sound highly reminiscent of Queens of the Stone Age at their "Rated R" peak.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2443/ | 496 hits
Live Review: Ten Benson + Sludgefeast + The Pistol Apostles
It's Monday night. And people have left their warm cosy houses, braved the elements and piled down the Well for a sloppy, dirty, nasty sludge-rock extravaganza!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1337/ | 133 hits
It's Monday night. And people have left their warm cosy houses, braved the elements and piled down the Well for a sloppy, dirty, nasty sludge-rock extravaganza!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1337/ | 133 hits
Live Review: Orange Goblin + Grand Magus + Witchcraft
With last week being the 50th anniversary of Elvis recording "That's all right mama" I've been kinda depressed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2861/ | 254 hits
With last week being the 50th anniversary of Elvis recording "That's all right mama" I've been kinda depressed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2861/ | 254 hits
CD Review: Maximo Park - Our Earthly Pleasures
I had the privilege of meeting singer Paul Smith at a small record store in Durham way before 'Apply Some Pressure' had propelled them to Radio One stardom - way before the fabulous Jo Whiley had jumped on the indie bandwagon.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8226/ | 484 hits
I had the privilege of meeting singer Paul Smith at a small record store in Durham way before 'Apply Some Pressure' had propelled them to Radio One stardom - way before the fabulous Jo Whiley had jumped on the indie bandwagon.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8226/ | 484 hits
CD Review: Jeff Klein - Everybody Loves A Winner
After around Europe with One Little Indian label mate Jesse Malin, this is Jeff Klein's first UK release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/513/ | 271 hits
After around Europe with One Little Indian label mate Jesse Malin, this is Jeff Klein's first UK release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/513/ | 271 hits
Live Review: Erin's Third Incident + Plutonium + Eukanuba
Eukanuba (I think that's what they're called) look like your dad playing rock music, squeezed into tight leather trousers (disappointingly I already used the World of Leather comparison in a previous review, but it applies here, too) with too much hair in some cases, and not enough in others, and being festively plump from the seasons celebrations.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1072/ | 110 hits
Eukanuba (I think that's what they're called) look like your dad playing rock music, squeezed into tight leather trousers (disappointingly I already used the World of Leather comparison in a previous review, but it applies here, too) with too much hair in some cases, and not enough in others, and being festively plump from the seasons celebrations.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1072/ | 110 hits
Live Review: Willy Mason + Elvis Perkins
Elvis Perkins and backing band Dearland are the perfect band to get people in the mood for some folk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8428/ | 528 hits
Elvis Perkins and backing band Dearland are the perfect band to get people in the mood for some folk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8428/ | 528 hits
CD Review: Nightmare Of You - s/t
Eggs in one basket time - quite simply Nightmare Of You are going to be the biggest thing in rock come 2007.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6505/ | 631 hits
Eggs in one basket time - quite simply Nightmare Of You are going to be the biggest thing in rock come 2007.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6505/ | 631 hits
CD Review: The Halcyon Band - Sirocco
This 10 track CD on Eggbert Records is a celebration of traditional guitar pop values. Danny Slack, Sam Forrest, Dave Hunt and Tom Johnson do timeless craftsman-built songs as if English punk had never happened.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/493/ | 220 hits
This 10 track CD on Eggbert Records is a celebration of traditional guitar pop values. Danny Slack, Sam Forrest, Dave Hunt and Tom Johnson do timeless craftsman-built songs as if English punk had never happened.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/493/ | 220 hits
CD Review: Exis - Untitled
As a solo electronic musician, EXIS (AKA Joe Williams) has a whole world at his fingertips, an entire universe of possibilities and adventures.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/90/ | 112 hits
As a solo electronic musician, EXIS (AKA Joe Williams) has a whole world at his fingertips, an entire universe of possibilities and adventures.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/90/ | 112 hits
User Article: Poison The Well - The Tropic Rot
Latest Album From Poison The Well
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10932/ | 73 hits
Latest Album From Poison The Well
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10932/ | 73 hits
CD Review: Invention Of Hands - Consider Yourself Denied EP
The first thing I noticed was the high standard of the artwork & packaging, which would not look at all out of place in the racks at HMV; however, the CD itself is plain and detracts from the overall appearance.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/82/ | 131 hits
The first thing I noticed was the high standard of the artwork & packaging, which would not look at all out of place in the racks at HMV; however, the CD itself is plain and detracts from the overall appearance.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/82/ | 131 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/ | 228 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/ | 228 hits
Live Review: Red Go Green Stop + Rebel Yell + The Nervous Shakedown + Tunji
Seizethedayer Festival, in which promoters of local bands get together and organise an all-dayer, featuring a carefully selected mixture of said local talent at Carpe Diem, a basement venue with a good atmosphere a mere brick throw away from Millennium Square.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9420/ | 416 hits
Seizethedayer Festival, in which promoters of local bands get together and organise an all-dayer, featuring a carefully selected mixture of said local talent at Carpe Diem, a basement venue with a good atmosphere a mere brick throw away from Millennium Square.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9420/ | 416 hits
CD Review: Parisman - Responsible for Everything EP
Parisman's "Responsible for Everything" EP starts in a blaze of unabashed Geetar Rock-disco synthesiser fusion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/173/ | 152 hits
Parisman's "Responsible for Everything" EP starts in a blaze of unabashed Geetar Rock-disco synthesiser fusion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/173/ | 152 hits
Live Review: The Sunshine Underground
Cargo, home of the Shoreditch Twat, overpriced chips, and bad service. However, tonight the service provided by The Sunshine Underground is - unlike the London Underground - First Class.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7283/ | 533 hits
Cargo, home of the Shoreditch Twat, overpriced chips, and bad service. However, tonight the service provided by The Sunshine Underground is - unlike the London Underground - First Class.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7283/ | 533 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/ | 257 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/ | 257 hits
CD Review: Liam Frost - Show Me How The Spectres Dance
At only 22 years old, Manchester's Liam Frost, with the accompaniment of The Slowdown Family, has received enormous praise for his brooding and thoughtful brand of acoustic-folk-indie, likened to Badly Drawn Boy, and hailed by some as Britain's answer to Bright Eyes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7226/ | 547 hits
At only 22 years old, Manchester's Liam Frost, with the accompaniment of The Slowdown Family, has received enormous praise for his brooding and thoughtful brand of acoustic-folk-indie, likened to Badly Drawn Boy, and hailed by some as Britain's answer to Bright Eyes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7226/ | 547 hits
Live Review: Black Nielson + Mama Scuba + Galitza + Edible 5ft Smiths
Review featured with permission from www.whisperinandhollerin.com EDIBLE FIVE FOOT SMITHS, denizens of the Adelphi in Hull were first on.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/826/ | 459 hits
Review featured with permission from www.whisperinandhollerin.com EDIBLE FIVE FOOT SMITHS, denizens of the Adelphi in Hull were first on.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/826/ | 459 hits
Live Review: Two Gallants + Voltage Union
Sometimes in life, there is light at the end of the tunnel, a little ray of sunshine on an otherwise cloudy day.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6347/ | 501 hits
Sometimes in life, there is light at the end of the tunnel, a little ray of sunshine on an otherwise cloudy day.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6347/ | 501 hits
Live Review: Panic! At The Disco + Men, Women & Children + Forgive Durden
Panic! At The Disco are without a doubt a breath of fresh air and a much needed kick up the arse to that old 'emo' thing the kids are still frothing over.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6708/ | 530 hits
Panic! At The Disco are without a doubt a breath of fresh air and a much needed kick up the arse to that old 'emo' thing the kids are still frothing over.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6708/ | 530 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/ | 229 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/ | 229 hits