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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/ | 211 hits
A curiously simple fragment of 80s Rock School homework, played straight-faced with no gratuitous virtuosity.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/63/ | 211 hits
CD Review: Jay Reatard - Matador Singles 2008
Just after the Punk Wars, as we lay down our arms and trudged home to our loved ones, there was a brief period when we actually thought we'd won.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10123/ | 424 hits
Just after the Punk Wars, as we lay down our arms and trudged home to our loved ones, there was a brief period when we actually thought we'd won.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10123/ | 424 hits
CD Review: The Hubble Constant - Delta S
Why? What on earth have I done to deserve this horrible, ear destroying treatment? It's just noise. Loud, harsh, brutal noise.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16771/ | 301 hits
Why? What on earth have I done to deserve this horrible, ear destroying treatment? It's just noise. Loud, harsh, brutal noise.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16771/ | 301 hits
CD Review: Death in Public - Start a Fight
Lancaster's Death in Public's release 'Start a Fight' is an inventive three-track disc. The title track is full of energy and enthusiasm and sets the tone for the rest of disc.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7689/ | 395 hits
Lancaster's Death in Public's release 'Start a Fight' is an inventive three-track disc. The title track is full of energy and enthusiasm and sets the tone for the rest of disc.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7689/ | 395 hits
CD Review: Sebastien Grainger & The Mountains - Who Do We Care For?
Nice chorus! Always a pleasure to hear a band who understand the Buzzcockian principles of quick intro, change up for the chorus, mix up the vocals on the second verse and get out within 2.30.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10381/ | 184 hits
Nice chorus! Always a pleasure to hear a band who understand the Buzzcockian principles of quick intro, change up for the chorus, mix up the vocals on the second verse and get out within 2.30.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10381/ | 184 hits
CD Review: Stafrænn Hákon - Ventill/Poki
Fans of the late Mogwai and Sigur Ros albums are in for a treat. Recommended by a random person I met at Crash Records, this album is a must have for any post rock fans wish list.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3187/ | 410 hits
Fans of the late Mogwai and Sigur Ros albums are in for a treat. Recommended by a random person I met at Crash Records, this album is a must have for any post rock fans wish list.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3187/ | 410 hits
CD Review: O Fracas - Follow Sue
The step up from GCSE Maths to A-level is notoriously difficult. Where as once formulas made sense there are suddenly new terms and symbols which at first glance turn everything on its head.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6890/ | 390 hits
The step up from GCSE Maths to A-level is notoriously difficult. Where as once formulas made sense there are suddenly new terms and symbols which at first glance turn everything on its head.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6890/ | 390 hits
CD Review: The Psychedelic Breakfast - Always Tripping
As bad as the name is it's one that sticks in the head and I remembered it from a conversation I had with an A&R man in London about bands we knew in the North East.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/464/ | 263 hits
As bad as the name is it's one that sticks in the head and I remembered it from a conversation I had with an A&R man in London about bands we knew in the North East.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/464/ | 263 hits
CD Review: Bujidao - Faith and Fear
This sounds a bit like acoustic-folk versions of stadium rock songs. Fat choruses sit amongst some delicate arrangements of piano and guitar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4303/ | 261 hits
This sounds a bit like acoustic-folk versions of stadium rock songs. Fat choruses sit amongst some delicate arrangements of piano and guitar.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4303/ | 261 hits
CD Review: My Vitriol - Moodswings
Infectious records indie darlings My Vitriol are not a band that have passed me by. I have taken note of their stylish videos on MTV2, I have paid attention when played by Steve Pac-a-mac and I have thought to myself, not for me at the minute, but maybe one day.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/431/ | 282 hits
Infectious records indie darlings My Vitriol are not a band that have passed me by. I have taken note of their stylish videos on MTV2, I have paid attention when played by Steve Pac-a-mac and I have thought to myself, not for me at the minute, but maybe one day.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/431/ | 282 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/ | 443 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/ | 443 hits
CD Review: Fungal Ashtray - Extended Play
Halifax's Fungal Ashtray show both inklings of future potential and signs of still learning their craft.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/312/ | 402 hits
Halifax's Fungal Ashtray show both inklings of future potential and signs of still learning their craft.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/312/ | 402 hits
CD Review: Slighty Alien - Untitled
Picture the scene, playing a gig and someone comes up to you asking to review their CD. OK or so I thought!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/149/ | 575 hits
Picture the scene, playing a gig and someone comes up to you asking to review their CD. OK or so I thought!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/149/ | 575 hits
CD Review: Five O'Clock Heroes - Bend To The Breaks
Today in chateaux Lewis we open the packaging to discover a wonderful display of thoughtful CD case design.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7326/ | 377 hits
Today in chateaux Lewis we open the packaging to discover a wonderful display of thoughtful CD case design.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7326/ | 377 hits
CD Review: The Hidden Revolution - Nightmares/Conscience
Debut from a Rochdale four piece; two very self-assured, well produced, competent pieces of stadium-aspiring rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10447/ | 266 hits
Debut from a Rochdale four piece; two very self-assured, well produced, competent pieces of stadium-aspiring rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10447/ | 266 hits
CD Review: Ice Black Birds - As Birds We'd Be Fine
'As Birds We'd Be Fine' is Brighton based Ice Black Birds' second single. It has a slow, steady Kings of Leon feel about the verse that gradually builds to a chanting style chorus.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12897/ | 385 hits
'As Birds We'd Be Fine' is Brighton based Ice Black Birds' second single. It has a slow, steady Kings of Leon feel about the verse that gradually builds to a chanting style chorus.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12897/ | 385 hits
CD Review: The Rumble Strips - Not The Only Person
The Rumble Strips are a band whose work ethic as a support act to promote their 2007 debut album 'Girls and Weather' appeared to pay off judging by the large amount of branded T-shirts that could be seen around the festivals last summer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10848/ | 462 hits
The Rumble Strips are a band whose work ethic as a support act to promote their 2007 debut album 'Girls and Weather' appeared to pay off judging by the large amount of branded T-shirts that could be seen around the festivals last summer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10848/ | 462 hits
CD Review: Editors - Blood
As soon as a record like this starts you know it's going to be good. Editors are gradually, with every release, becoming somewhat of a blessing to the UK music scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4042/ | 1,372 hits
As soon as a record like this starts you know it's going to be good. Editors are gradually, with every release, becoming somewhat of a blessing to the UK music scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4042/ | 1,372 hits
CD Review: Do Me Bad Things - Whats Hideous
I wasn't sure what to expect from a band with a listed six vocalists and a support slot with The Darkness under their belts.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3697/ | 611 hits
I wasn't sure what to expect from a band with a listed six vocalists and a support slot with The Darkness under their belts.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3697/ | 611 hits
CD Review: Laconic - Untitled
Laconic acoustically strum their way to something that feels like an indie Dido meeting David Gray. All 3 tracks are Radio 2 friendly and with their un-complex moody folk verse and swooping pop chorus formula there's little deviation from that well walked middle of the road path.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2939/ | 285 hits
Laconic acoustically strum their way to something that feels like an indie Dido meeting David Gray. All 3 tracks are Radio 2 friendly and with their un-complex moody folk verse and swooping pop chorus formula there's little deviation from that well walked middle of the road path.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2939/ | 285 hits
CD Review: Rancid - Last One To Die
In June, Rancid will release their first album in six years, 'Let The Dominoes Fall,' and this is out first taster of the new album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10725/ | 484 hits
In June, Rancid will release their first album in six years, 'Let The Dominoes Fall,' and this is out first taster of the new album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10725/ | 484 hits
CD Review: Jesse Malin - Queen Of The Underworld
Uncut's current flavour of the months introduces himself to the world with the opening track off of debut album 'The Fine Art Of Self Destruction'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/501/ | 347 hits
Uncut's current flavour of the months introduces himself to the world with the opening track off of debut album 'The Fine Art Of Self Destruction'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/501/ | 347 hits
CD Review: Bleachbaby - Stamp Her Out
'Stamp Her Out' is the first EP from Manchester-based electro-poppers Bleachbaby. EP-opener and title track 'Stamp Her Out' is a frustratingly hit and miss affair.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11147/ | 334 hits
'Stamp Her Out' is the first EP from Manchester-based electro-poppers Bleachbaby. EP-opener and title track 'Stamp Her Out' is a frustratingly hit and miss affair.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11147/ | 334 hits
CD Review: Beautiful Feet - Suddenly / I See
Beautiful Feet? The best way to maintain beautiful feet is to make sure they don't work at anything more than walking pace, so follows the theme of the band's music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3924/ | 548 hits
Beautiful Feet? The best way to maintain beautiful feet is to make sure they don't work at anything more than walking pace, so follows the theme of the band's music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3924/ | 548 hits
CD Review: Random Hand - Another Change of Plan
Random Hand re-release their 2007 debut 'Change of Plan' under the new moniker of 'Another Change of Plan' re-mastered and sounding better than ever complete with the long deleted 'On the March EP' and a previously unreleased track.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16365/ | 152 hits
Random Hand re-release their 2007 debut 'Change of Plan' under the new moniker of 'Another Change of Plan' re-mastered and sounding better than ever complete with the long deleted 'On the March EP' and a previously unreleased track.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16365/ | 152 hits
CD Review: Daybreakers - The Dawn Approaches
The debut EP from Leeds based Daybreakers makes liberal use of a jazz triple-header of trombone, trumpet and saxophone, in addition to the usual guitars and drums.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10614/ | 407 hits
The debut EP from Leeds based Daybreakers makes liberal use of a jazz triple-header of trombone, trumpet and saxophone, in addition to the usual guitars and drums.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10614/ | 407 hits
CD Review: The Xenith Sound - Innoncence
For as grandiose as their biog describes them, employing such everyday phrases as "dramatic melodic edge", "distinctive atmospheric sound" and those favourite biog-bites "inspiration" and "soaring", The Xenith Sound are a rock band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/218/ | 350 hits
For as grandiose as their biog describes them, employing such everyday phrases as "dramatic melodic edge", "distinctive atmospheric sound" and those favourite biog-bites "inspiration" and "soaring", The Xenith Sound are a rock band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/218/ | 350 hits
CD Review: The Alamo - Hello Venus!
It's fresh, it's loud. It's the Alamo. Four bars, four beats, four songs, four kids. And they're doing a great enthusiastic blast of natural rock with no frills and no attempt to imitate anyone except themselves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/318/ | 352 hits
It's fresh, it's loud. It's the Alamo. Four bars, four beats, four songs, four kids. And they're doing a great enthusiastic blast of natural rock with no frills and no attempt to imitate anyone except themselves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/318/ | 352 hits
CD Review: Sonic Torpedoes - Hazy
This three-track promo CDR is awesome. No really. I didn't understand it at first but once my wife had taken over and proclaimed how much she loved the record after just one listen, I had to work out what it was that I had missed...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/389/ | 219 hits
This three-track promo CDR is awesome. No really. I didn't understand it at first but once my wife had taken over and proclaimed how much she loved the record after just one listen, I had to work out what it was that I had missed...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/389/ | 219 hits
Band Profile: Cube
Multiple artists have used this name including: Alternative/Heavy rock band from Athens, Greece, Italian Disco/Techno, Indie-rock 4-piece on Polydor UK circa 1998, Oslo based artist, and a Japanese acoustic unit who later gained a drummer and changed their name to flumpool.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4712/ | 231 hits
Multiple artists have used this name including: Alternative/Heavy rock band from Athens, Greece, Italian Disco/Techno, Indie-rock 4-piece on Polydor UK circa 1998, Oslo based artist, and a Japanese acoustic unit who later gained a drummer and changed their name to flumpool.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4712/ | 231 hits
Live Review: Doll & The Kicks
I had never been to The Library in Leeds before, but found it a very good venue. I was really looking forward to seeing Doll & The Kicks as I had seen them support Morrissey in May and was very impressed with them.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11325/ | 352 hits
I had never been to The Library in Leeds before, but found it a very good venue. I was really looking forward to seeing Doll & The Kicks as I had seen them support Morrissey in May and was very impressed with them.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11325/ | 352 hits
CD Review: The Lodger - Untitled
When Ben (the tunesmith for The Lodger) released his first three-track demo as a solo project, it showed that his taste and song writing were spot on.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3388/ | 1,445 hits
When Ben (the tunesmith for The Lodger) released his first three-track demo as a solo project, it showed that his taste and song writing were spot on.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3388/ | 1,445 hits
CD Review: The Ryes - How Come Loretta
Having heard a lot of good things about The Ryes it was with great interest I loaded their CD into my iTunes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9921/ | 250 hits
Having heard a lot of good things about The Ryes it was with great interest I loaded their CD into my iTunes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9921/ | 250 hits
CD Review: You Me At Six - Finders Keepers
Surrey's You Me At Six religiously plough The Academy Is.../The Audition/Attack! Attack! pop-punk furrow.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10632/ | 3,343 hits
Surrey's You Me At Six religiously plough The Academy Is.../The Audition/Attack! Attack! pop-punk furrow.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10632/ | 3,343 hits
Live Review: Ooberman + Coasta
Ooberman returned to West Yorkshire to celebrate the release of their debut album, The Magic Treehouse.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/870/ | 221 hits
Ooberman returned to West Yorkshire to celebrate the release of their debut album, The Magic Treehouse.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/870/ | 221 hits
CD Review: Clarkesville - Heavy Soul
On receiving Clarkesville's album 'The Half Chapter' (Clarkesville being Michael Clarke) I was highly impressed, part of the reason being this single.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/627/ | 253 hits
On receiving Clarkesville's album 'The Half Chapter' (Clarkesville being Michael Clarke) I was highly impressed, part of the reason being this single.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/627/ | 253 hits
CD Review: Richard Swift - Beautiful Heart
Acoustic guitar, piano, bells! Californian singer-songwriter Richard Swift is here of course, and he brings a melancholy ballad for your broken souls.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7669/ | 236 hits
Acoustic guitar, piano, bells! Californian singer-songwriter Richard Swift is here of course, and he brings a melancholy ballad for your broken souls.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7669/ | 236 hits
CD Review: Kram - Stupid & Contagious
Despite obvious youth Kram manage to regurgitate punk metal ideas that have been well worn by bands of the same ilk for the past 20 years.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/306/ | 388 hits
Despite obvious youth Kram manage to regurgitate punk metal ideas that have been well worn by bands of the same ilk for the past 20 years.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/306/ | 388 hits
CD Review: Redcarsgofaster - Sanctuary
At first - average pub band, at second - a very credible culmination of UK rock stylings, at third - a rather immense experience plagued with the swerve and confidence of another very exciting prospect from Leicester's emerging indie scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3997/ | 418 hits
At first - average pub band, at second - a very credible culmination of UK rock stylings, at third - a rather immense experience plagued with the swerve and confidence of another very exciting prospect from Leicester's emerging indie scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3997/ | 418 hits
CD Review: John Mayer - No Such Thing
Currently taking the US by storm and on a co-headlining tour with the Counting Crows (much to the chagrin of many CC fans it would seem, upset by Mayer's "teeny bopper following") Mayer is a young man with the world at his feet.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/608/ | 271 hits
Currently taking the US by storm and on a co-headlining tour with the Counting Crows (much to the chagrin of many CC fans it would seem, upset by Mayer's "teeny bopper following") Mayer is a young man with the world at his feet.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/608/ | 271 hits
CD Review: Ash - Renegade Cavalcade
I bloody love Tim Wheeler. Does this fine Irish man take extensive supplies of Irresistible-Songwriting-Ability tablets before every meal with a glass of chilled water?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3376/ | 445 hits
I bloody love Tim Wheeler. Does this fine Irish man take extensive supplies of Irresistible-Songwriting-Ability tablets before every meal with a glass of chilled water?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3376/ | 445 hits
CD Review: None The Less - The Way To Save Ourselves
There's no denying that None The Less' mini album is an impressive one, but it's also one that has some very clear negative points, in addition to good ones.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10800/ | 624 hits
There's no denying that None The Less' mini album is an impressive one, but it's also one that has some very clear negative points, in addition to good ones.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10800/ | 624 hits
CD Review: Diverse - It's Making Me Crazy EP
Diverse. A word true to fact in this band, as five people from backgrounds ranging from members of senior choir to musical freaks come together and create a musical sound which is so new in today's scene with two vocalists.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/44/ | 299 hits
Diverse. A word true to fact in this band, as five people from backgrounds ranging from members of senior choir to musical freaks come together and create a musical sound which is so new in today's scene with two vocalists.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/44/ | 299 hits
CD Review: The Masked Musician - Perfectionist Being
The Masked Musician is a Leeds based solo artist responsible for everything from writing to producing the songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8985/ | 260 hits
The Masked Musician is a Leeds based solo artist responsible for everything from writing to producing the songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8985/ | 260 hits
CD Review: Doll & The Kicks - Doll & The Kicks
Brighton based Doll & The Kicks' self-titled debut album "knocked me for six" when I first heard it. Somehow still unsigned, this self-financed album is one of the best debut albums I have heard in many years.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11355/ | 602 hits
Brighton based Doll & The Kicks' self-titled debut album "knocked me for six" when I first heard it. Somehow still unsigned, this self-financed album is one of the best debut albums I have heard in many years.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11355/ | 602 hits
CD Review: Matt and Kim - Block After Block
Disco-punk duo Matt & Kim have released jovial party track "Block After Block" from their 2010 album "Sidewalks".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15041/ | 288 hits
Disco-punk duo Matt & Kim have released jovial party track "Block After Block" from their 2010 album "Sidewalks".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15041/ | 288 hits
CD Review: The Blue Eyed Shark Experiment - Aun Apprendo
The four tracks that make up this EP form a diverse bunch of inoffensive ditties, all of which are listenable but none of which stand out and beg for further attention.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11528/ | 337 hits
The four tracks that make up this EP form a diverse bunch of inoffensive ditties, all of which are listenable but none of which stand out and beg for further attention.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11528/ | 337 hits
CD Review: Tom Weldon - Join Me...
It's always a risky option to quit a band to pursuit a solo career, due to it being a dangerous choice musically or maybe because of the sacrifices that have to be made throughout the transition, yet Harrogate's Tom Weldon, of trio Fantastic Alliance, has done just this and done it well.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7870/ | 198 hits
It's always a risky option to quit a band to pursuit a solo career, due to it being a dangerous choice musically or maybe because of the sacrifices that have to be made throughout the transition, yet Harrogate's Tom Weldon, of trio Fantastic Alliance, has done just this and done it well.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7870/ | 198 hits
CD Review: Market Fiction - We Borrow Industry
It's a CDR. It's a high street bought CDR in a plastic wallet with a computer printed piece of artwork on cheap paper.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10406/ | 477 hits
It's a CDR. It's a high street bought CDR in a plastic wallet with a computer printed piece of artwork on cheap paper.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10406/ | 477 hits
CD Review: Noise á Noise - Looking Ahead EP
Hailing from Los Angeles and yet taking influences from such UK stalwarts as the The Kinks, Buzzcocks and The Jam.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3611/ | 412 hits
Hailing from Los Angeles and yet taking influences from such UK stalwarts as the The Kinks, Buzzcocks and The Jam.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3611/ | 412 hits
CD Review: Mumford & Sons - The Cave
Mumford and Sons continue to impress with the third single released from their debut album 'Sigh No More.' 'The Cave' is a song of passion and hope that showcases the band's musical sensitivity.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12505/ | 425 hits
Mumford and Sons continue to impress with the third single released from their debut album 'Sigh No More.' 'The Cave' is a song of passion and hope that showcases the band's musical sensitivity.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12505/ | 425 hits
CD Review: Djingo - Diet
"The Diet EP" by Djingo is a well-produced CD mixing equal elements of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Limp Bizkit, although unlike both of those bands they seem to have their tongue placed far more firmly in their cheek.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/161/ | 256 hits
"The Diet EP" by Djingo is a well-produced CD mixing equal elements of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Limp Bizkit, although unlike both of those bands they seem to have their tongue placed far more firmly in their cheek.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/161/ | 256 hits
CD Review: Whole Sky Monitor - We Grow Up EP
Whole Sky Monitor start from a great name and a well tended niche in the Leeds music scene. We have a confident guitar band here, with strong drumming and top production values.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/304/ | 304 hits
Whole Sky Monitor start from a great name and a well tended niche in the Leeds music scene. We have a confident guitar band here, with strong drumming and top production values.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/304/ | 304 hits
CD Review: Finch - Bitemarks and Bloodstains
"Now I'm stealing her body and taking her home". Nate Barcalow has issues. Finch mean business with 'Bitemarks & Bloodstains', lifted from already released album number 2 'Say Hello To Sunshine'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4069/ | 476 hits
"Now I'm stealing her body and taking her home". Nate Barcalow has issues. Finch mean business with 'Bitemarks & Bloodstains', lifted from already released album number 2 'Say Hello To Sunshine'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4069/ | 476 hits
CD Review: Daghdha - Start of the Mile
This band will be big. When trawling through the thriving yet generally unimaginative Leeds scene, dominated as it is by generic pop-punk and the occasional 'innovative' ska movement, it's a relief to chance upon something a bit different.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2403/ | 787 hits
This band will be big. When trawling through the thriving yet generally unimaginative Leeds scene, dominated as it is by generic pop-punk and the occasional 'innovative' ska movement, it's a relief to chance upon something a bit different.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2403/ | 787 hits
CD Review: Penguin - This is Believing EP
Penguin released 'This is Believing' back in 2010 after winning Centre Stage and playing Leeds and Reading Festival's BBC introducing stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16089/ | 251 hits
Penguin released 'This is Believing' back in 2010 after winning Centre Stage and playing Leeds and Reading Festival's BBC introducing stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16089/ | 251 hits
CD Review: Fulc - Void EP
Although its now two or three years since nu-metal brought guitars and rock back into the mainstream, there has been a resurgence of interest lately with bands who are mixing the archetypal heavy rock sound with early nineties classic grunge influences.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/118/ | 267 hits
Although its now two or three years since nu-metal brought guitars and rock back into the mainstream, there has been a resurgence of interest lately with bands who are mixing the archetypal heavy rock sound with early nineties classic grunge influences.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/118/ | 267 hits
CD Review: Shirley Lee - The Smack of Pavement In Your Face
'The Smack Of Pavement In Your Face' is taken from Spearmint frontman, Shirley Lee's new self-titled debut album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10275/ | 247 hits
'The Smack Of Pavement In Your Face' is taken from Spearmint frontman, Shirley Lee's new self-titled debut album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10275/ | 247 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/ | 312 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/ | 312 hits
CD Review: Cardboard Cowboy - Untitled
I've got a lot of time for the Cardboard Brothers ... forced screamy voice notwithstanding. They are creating their own sound, and finding a genuinely distinctive corner of pop territory all of their own.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/345/ | 393 hits
I've got a lot of time for the Cardboard Brothers ... forced screamy voice notwithstanding. They are creating their own sound, and finding a genuinely distinctive corner of pop territory all of their own.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/345/ | 393 hits
CD Review: Telegramme - Okay
There's no doubt that Telegramme frontwoman Faye has a powerful voice. However, she also has an unusual habit of serving her vocals with a helping of random warbling noises and sudden high notes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10101/ | 269 hits
There's no doubt that Telegramme frontwoman Faye has a powerful voice. However, she also has an unusual habit of serving her vocals with a helping of random warbling noises and sudden high notes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10101/ | 269 hits
CD Review: The Glitterati - Heartbreaker
Yet another band playing a part in putting Leeds on the rock 'n' roll map, The Glitterati are back with the second single to be taken from their self-titled debut album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3891/ | 601 hits
Yet another band playing a part in putting Leeds on the rock 'n' roll map, The Glitterati are back with the second single to be taken from their self-titled debut album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3891/ | 601 hits
CD Review: Brent Palmer - Boomerang Shoes EP
Hot on the heels of Jeff Klein we have another export from Austin Texas. Brent Palmer looks a little more clean cut and a little less rock and roll than his neighbour and his image suits his music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/552/ | 258 hits
Hot on the heels of Jeff Klein we have another export from Austin Texas. Brent Palmer looks a little more clean cut and a little less rock and roll than his neighbour and his image suits his music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/552/ | 258 hits
CD Review: Little Man Tate - Man I Hate Your Band
'Man I Hate Your Band' is the latest offering from "soon to be massive" Sheffield starlets, Little Man Tate.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7588/ | 665 hits
'Man I Hate Your Band' is the latest offering from "soon to be massive" Sheffield starlets, Little Man Tate.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7588/ | 665 hits
CD Review: Melodyme - Cracked Record
This is the way I'd like pop music to sound in my ideal world: where I am the ultimate Alpha male, I'm dating Kate Moss, and I invented the word "subwoofer".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3587/ | 507 hits
This is the way I'd like pop music to sound in my ideal world: where I am the ultimate Alpha male, I'm dating Kate Moss, and I invented the word "subwoofer".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3587/ | 507 hits
Live Review: Orka
Entering the cool downstairs bar of The Wardrobe I'm greeted by a sea of the city's most beautiful inhabitants.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1243/ | 349 hits
Entering the cool downstairs bar of The Wardrobe I'm greeted by a sea of the city's most beautiful inhabitants.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1243/ | 349 hits
CD Review: Biffy Clyro - Glitter and Trauma
You know it's always an oddity when a band are known as well for their odd moniker as they are for their tunes but this Scottish three peice manage to have a large back catalogue that speaks for itself.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2957/ | 556 hits
You know it's always an oddity when a band are known as well for their odd moniker as they are for their tunes but this Scottish three peice manage to have a large back catalogue that speaks for itself.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2957/ | 556 hits
CD Review: Elmaroe - Sequences
According to the press release for Elmaroe's EP, 'Sequences', it is a collection of "songs written straight from the heart that openly document his thoughts, hopes and dreams".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14534/ | 374 hits
According to the press release for Elmaroe's EP, 'Sequences', it is a collection of "songs written straight from the heart that openly document his thoughts, hopes and dreams".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14534/ | 374 hits
CD Review: Little Vegas Lies - A Truth Not Far Away
A ship is safe in the harbour, but that's not what ships are for - William Shedd. Bands have a gift.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14879/ | 216 hits
A ship is safe in the harbour, but that's not what ships are for - William Shedd. Bands have a gift.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14879/ | 216 hits
CD Review: Feel Like Falling - Untitled
Glaswegian 3-piece Feel Like Falling have an accomplished and familiar indie power-pop sound that will provide interest to many fans of guitar driven grit.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3139/ | 425 hits
Glaswegian 3-piece Feel Like Falling have an accomplished and familiar indie power-pop sound that will provide interest to many fans of guitar driven grit.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3139/ | 425 hits
CD Review: Hail Animator - Days For These Nights
Relatively new Leeds outfit Hail Animator's debut, three-track demo kicks off with the weaker of the three songs, 'Days For These Nights.' The verses knock along to a bone-jarring combination of clunking drums and sharply-plucked chords, before spinning into a loose, jangly indie-rock chorus.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11078/ | 286 hits
Relatively new Leeds outfit Hail Animator's debut, three-track demo kicks off with the weaker of the three songs, 'Days For These Nights.' The verses knock along to a bone-jarring combination of clunking drums and sharply-plucked chords, before spinning into a loose, jangly indie-rock chorus.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11078/ | 286 hits
CD Review: Day Old Hate - Road We Take / Face The World
This Sheffield-based hardcore quintet has had a fair few changes to their line-up over the past two years, and these two tracks are their first releases with new frontman Oli Swift.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16758/ | 219 hits
This Sheffield-based hardcore quintet has had a fair few changes to their line-up over the past two years, and these two tracks are their first releases with new frontman Oli Swift.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16758/ | 219 hits
CD Review: Kaiser Chiefs - I Predict A Riot
It's funny how there's not one mention of the name Parva in the 500 page biog that accompanies this sparkling new offering from Leeds own darlings-soon-to-be Kaiser Chiefs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3182/ | 2,374 hits
It's funny how there's not one mention of the name Parva in the 500 page biog that accompanies this sparkling new offering from Leeds own darlings-soon-to-be Kaiser Chiefs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3182/ | 2,374 hits
Live Review: Stars
I'll skip over Lily Fraser's part in proceedings - if I'd wanted a warbler on a perch I'd have bought a canary - and skip straight to Stars, all the way from Montreal to play at the Brudenell.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8875/ | 477 hits
I'll skip over Lily Fraser's part in proceedings - if I'd wanted a warbler on a perch I'd have bought a canary - and skip straight to Stars, all the way from Montreal to play at the Brudenell.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8875/ | 477 hits
CD Review: Shakinouts - Time You Were Told
The debut single from Leeds four-piece Shakinouts is a bouncy indie pop number that sits very squarely within its genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9571/ | 442 hits
The debut single from Leeds four-piece Shakinouts is a bouncy indie pop number that sits very squarely within its genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9571/ | 442 hits
CD Review: Miss Black America - Talk Hard
It's wrong to compare, but what first attracted me to this band was a rock rush, the crash of a song, in an unashamedly indie way.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/412/ | 251 hits
It's wrong to compare, but what first attracted me to this band was a rock rush, the crash of a song, in an unashamedly indie way.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/412/ | 251 hits
CD Review: Far From The Dance - Untitled
This 3 track E.P. from the former Serotonin boys sees the Yorkshire based 5-piece continue with the electronica infused space rock that made a name for themselves under the former title.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6724/ | 472 hits
This 3 track E.P. from the former Serotonin boys sees the Yorkshire based 5-piece continue with the electronica infused space rock that made a name for themselves under the former title.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6724/ | 472 hits
CD Review: The Birdman Rallies - Untitled
A six-track mini LP by a Harrogate based band and a very pleasant surprise. The first few notes of opener 'Those Amazing Persians' took me instantly back to the late 70s, with post-punk plucking then five minutes into the future with harmonies and wordplay like the Fleet Foxes have learnt a new trick or two.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10905/ | 606 hits
A six-track mini LP by a Harrogate based band and a very pleasant surprise. The first few notes of opener 'Those Amazing Persians' took me instantly back to the late 70s, with post-punk plucking then five minutes into the future with harmonies and wordplay like the Fleet Foxes have learnt a new trick or two.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10905/ | 606 hits
CD Review: Kid Samson - Untitled
The Kid Samson CD has two tracks: "For the Love of an Eskimo" and "Photos of Dead Pets". You can buy it for £2 through their pretty looking Web site.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/419/ | 237 hits
The Kid Samson CD has two tracks: "For the Love of an Eskimo" and "Photos of Dead Pets". You can buy it for £2 through their pretty looking Web site.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/419/ | 237 hits
CD Review: Parva - Hessles
The new single release from Parva is live favourite Hessles, a savage two and a half minute testimony to life in the Leeds area.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/203/ | 1,226 hits
The new single release from Parva is live favourite Hessles, a savage two and a half minute testimony to life in the Leeds area.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/203/ | 1,226 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/ | 335 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/ | 335 hits
CD Review: Codego - Untitled
Codego are slightly difficult to fathom. Opening track 'That Wall' begins promisingly, guitars gently chiming and backing vocals lapping up alongside like gentle sea waves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10370/ | 233 hits
Codego are slightly difficult to fathom. Opening track 'That Wall' begins promisingly, guitars gently chiming and backing vocals lapping up alongside like gentle sea waves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10370/ | 233 hits
CD Review: Wot Gorilla? - Wot Gorilla?
Imagine, if you will, a vast melting pot of influences, of vibrancy and deliberate musical sleight of hand, dashed together with the inventiveness of Cap 'n Jazz, the forthright post-hardcore edge of Kidcrash and the arithmetic adroitness of Seattle's Minus The Bear.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12813/ | 697 hits
Imagine, if you will, a vast melting pot of influences, of vibrancy and deliberate musical sleight of hand, dashed together with the inventiveness of Cap 'n Jazz, the forthright post-hardcore edge of Kidcrash and the arithmetic adroitness of Seattle's Minus The Bear.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12813/ | 697 hits
CD Review: Sketches - 1 of 200
Sketches new EP, '1 of 200,' is the latest self-distributed limited CD by the Leeds-based indie-pop quartet, and if you check their previous LMS reviews it has a lot to live up to, with their first 2 singles getting 10/10 and 9/10 reviews.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13557/ | 420 hits
Sketches new EP, '1 of 200,' is the latest self-distributed limited CD by the Leeds-based indie-pop quartet, and if you check their previous LMS reviews it has a lot to live up to, with their first 2 singles getting 10/10 and 9/10 reviews.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13557/ | 420 hits
CD Review: Japanese Voyeurs - Milk Teeth
'Milk Teeth' is one of the few singles where the B-side is every bit as good as the A-side. In fact, the racing punk of B-side 'Godzilla' could have been released as a single in its own right, which bodes well for their forthcoming full-length, 'Yolk.' A-side 'Milk Teeth' is one of the more musically experimental tracks Japanese Voyeurs have released, as they move away from the straight-up grunge of 'Dumb' and the conventional quiet/loud verse-chorus structure of 'That Love Sound.' 'Milk Teeth' takes the listener on a twisted journey through eerie lulls and sudden bursts of crunching guitar, before tipping them into a queasy chorus that'll make their flesh crawl.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13799/ | 355 hits
'Milk Teeth' is one of the few singles where the B-side is every bit as good as the A-side. In fact, the racing punk of B-side 'Godzilla' could have been released as a single in its own right, which bodes well for their forthcoming full-length, 'Yolk.' A-side 'Milk Teeth' is one of the more musically experimental tracks Japanese Voyeurs have released, as they move away from the straight-up grunge of 'Dumb' and the conventional quiet/loud verse-chorus structure of 'That Love Sound.' 'Milk Teeth' takes the listener on a twisted journey through eerie lulls and sudden bursts of crunching guitar, before tipping them into a queasy chorus that'll make their flesh crawl.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13799/ | 355 hits
CD Review: The Lodger - The Lodger Sings A Demo CD
The Lodger is starting the Britpop revival as of NOW. His lyrics are honest and insecure at times but he ain't no bedroom melancholic, no no.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2573/ | 845 hits
The Lodger is starting the Britpop revival as of NOW. His lyrics are honest and insecure at times but he ain't no bedroom melancholic, no no.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2573/ | 845 hits
Live Review: Innocent OJs
I was absolutely shattered when I went down to see Edison Medicine and Mr Dogg play at Joseph's Well on Thursday night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/917/ | 294 hits
I was absolutely shattered when I went down to see Edison Medicine and Mr Dogg play at Joseph's Well on Thursday night.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/917/ | 294 hits
CD Review: Fury of the Headteachers - You Took a Scythe Home
Fury of the Headteachers have come up with a unique style of punk music. It's hard, full of aggression and passion, but they never lose their sense of purpose.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8284/ | 328 hits
Fury of the Headteachers have come up with a unique style of punk music. It's hard, full of aggression and passion, but they never lose their sense of purpose.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8284/ | 328 hits
Live Review: The Cut + The Rise + Vanquish
"The first band will start at 8," shouted the manager of the cockpit. Ah good I thought. 8.10 ... 8.20 ...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4318/ | 866 hits
"The first band will start at 8," shouted the manager of the cockpit. Ah good I thought. 8.10 ... 8.20 ...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4318/ | 866 hits
Live Review: Sugarvalve
Exactly twenty people witnessed what, despite flu-ridden vocalist Nick saying it was merely a "rehearsal", I believed to be one of the strongest Sugarvalve's sets to date.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1167/ | 224 hits
Exactly twenty people witnessed what, despite flu-ridden vocalist Nick saying it was merely a "rehearsal", I believed to be one of the strongest Sugarvalve's sets to date.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1167/ | 224 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/ | 758 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/ | 758 hits
CD Review: The KBC - Pride Before the Fall
Dance-punk... it's one of those catch-all, media type short-term genres isn't it? You know the score: don't bother with giving some thought to the task you've been set, just dig out some old Shed Seven b-sides (don't get dewy eyed on me now), add a bit of hissing hi-hat and a dollop of white funk bass and the indie disco is your empire.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6254/ | 727 hits
Dance-punk... it's one of those catch-all, media type short-term genres isn't it? You know the score: don't bother with giving some thought to the task you've been set, just dig out some old Shed Seven b-sides (don't get dewy eyed on me now), add a bit of hissing hi-hat and a dollop of white funk bass and the indie disco is your empire.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6254/ | 727 hits
CD Review: Winnebago Deal - Career Suicide
Compared to the previous offerings this is not career suicide. Closer to a fully health and safety inspected, politically correct tantrum.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13729/ | 309 hits
Compared to the previous offerings this is not career suicide. Closer to a fully health and safety inspected, politically correct tantrum.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13729/ | 309 hits
CD Review: Dead Disco - Untitled
I wasn't sure if it was because I'd just seen the picture that came in the CD sleeve that I thought this music sounded really sexy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4151/ | 709 hits
I wasn't sure if it was because I'd just seen the picture that came in the CD sleeve that I thought this music sounded really sexy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4151/ | 709 hits
CD Review: Clayhill - One Nerve
While others are off on tour supporting Beth Orton in the U.S we British Lizards are stuck here to take the heat.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7082/ | 276 hits
While others are off on tour supporting Beth Orton in the U.S we British Lizards are stuck here to take the heat.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7082/ | 276 hits
CD Review: Substate - Untitled
Rock. Or, if we're feeling particularly fruity, RAWK. Down-and-dirty, balls-fully-out Rock, fat of ass and fat of riff.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3847/ | 420 hits
Rock. Or, if we're feeling particularly fruity, RAWK. Down-and-dirty, balls-fully-out Rock, fat of ass and fat of riff.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3847/ | 420 hits
Live Review: Beautiful Feet
In amongst the punks, skaters and frightening ska types in the local scene sit Beautiful Feet, an altogether more relaxed and calming bunch of guys, playing acoustic guitars and singing delicate songs about the brighter things in life.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/667/ | 263 hits
In amongst the punks, skaters and frightening ska types in the local scene sit Beautiful Feet, an altogether more relaxed and calming bunch of guys, playing acoustic guitars and singing delicate songs about the brighter things in life.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/667/ | 263 hits
CD Review: Cathy Davey - Clean And Neat
In which a 25-year-old sweet and innocent looking gal makes a distinctly sweet and innocent sounding song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2968/ | 460 hits
In which a 25-year-old sweet and innocent looking gal makes a distinctly sweet and innocent sounding song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2968/ | 460 hits
CD Review: Funeral for a Friend - Roses for the Dead
The fact that you clicked on this link means you probably already know what to expect from these Welsh pop-hardcore champions, and with "Roses for the Dead" you'd be right on.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6416/ | 281 hits
The fact that you clicked on this link means you probably already know what to expect from these Welsh pop-hardcore champions, and with "Roses for the Dead" you'd be right on.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6416/ | 281 hits
CD Review: Obsessive Compulsive - Crash EP
I was looking forward to listening to this CD, because it had a female vocalist, and I just love listening to bands with female vocalists and this was no exception.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/398/ | 248 hits
I was looking forward to listening to this CD, because it had a female vocalist, and I just love listening to bands with female vocalists and this was no exception.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/398/ | 248 hits
CD Review: Cardboard Cowboy - The Boxroom Tapes Volume 2
This work-in-progress demo starts with breathless vocals and stomping guitar that bounces off some delightful bass lines before collapsing in a heap, regaining composure and then stomping off again.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3664/ | 393 hits
This work-in-progress demo starts with breathless vocals and stomping guitar that bounces off some delightful bass lines before collapsing in a heap, regaining composure and then stomping off again.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3664/ | 393 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/ | 241 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/ | 241 hits
CD Review: Authors of Malicious Code - Part 1
I've been listening to this two track CD for the last 24 hours on and off, trying to find something to write about.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8302/ | 276 hits
I've been listening to this two track CD for the last 24 hours on and off, trying to find something to write about.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8302/ | 276 hits
CD Review: Djevara - Third World War: Cast the First Stone
"Third World War", an opening track that explodes in your face, waltzes its way through a world of emotions, and politely passes you onto track two "The Death Of Cliff Richard".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8247/ | 271 hits
"Third World War", an opening track that explodes in your face, waltzes its way through a world of emotions, and politely passes you onto track two "The Death Of Cliff Richard".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8247/ | 271 hits
Live Review: Terrorvision
90's band Terrorvision are back for a very short tour and this was the warm up to it. There were concerns beforehand about whether they'd cut it anymore, or whether they'll turn into that sad band trying to recapture past glories, but playing to ever smaller crowds until they end up at Butlins.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9016/ | 731 hits
90's band Terrorvision are back for a very short tour and this was the warm up to it. There were concerns beforehand about whether they'd cut it anymore, or whether they'll turn into that sad band trying to recapture past glories, but playing to ever smaller crowds until they end up at Butlins.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9016/ | 731 hits
CD Review: Metronomy - Everything Goes My Way
Mercury prize nominated Metronomy have been a busy bunch lately, touring to sell-out shows and making an appearance on "Later...With Jools Holland".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15533/ | 320 hits
Mercury prize nominated Metronomy have been a busy bunch lately, touring to sell-out shows and making an appearance on "Later...With Jools Holland".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15533/ | 320 hits
Live Review: Jon Gomm + Dorne + Mark Wilson + Baxter Trappe
The upstairs room at the Cardigan Arms is a perfect place for an acoustic gig. With its small, dark room, the atmosphere is made even better by the dozen or so candles that are situated around the room, creating a very intimate feel to the whole place.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4046/ | 628 hits
The upstairs room at the Cardigan Arms is a perfect place for an acoustic gig. With its small, dark room, the atmosphere is made even better by the dozen or so candles that are situated around the room, creating a very intimate feel to the whole place.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4046/ | 628 hits
Live Review: i concur
i concur's focussed songwriting and euphoric guitar sounds set them apart. They go to no great lengths to present themselves as individuals or as a band on stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9981/ | 362 hits
i concur's focussed songwriting and euphoric guitar sounds set them apart. They go to no great lengths to present themselves as individuals or as a band on stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9981/ | 362 hits
CD Review: The Twang - Mainline
I'm completely fucked off. Why? Because this song, well the verse especially, sounds exactly like another song and I can't think what this song is.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17129/ | 233 hits
I'm completely fucked off. Why? Because this song, well the verse especially, sounds exactly like another song and I can't think what this song is.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17129/ | 233 hits
CD Review: Paul Hartnoll - Please
As one half of ambient techno messiahs Orbital, Paul Hartnoll can feel justifiably proud of his act's legacy since their inception as early 90's warehouse rave regulars to their swansong at Glastonbury 2004.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8292/ | 380 hits
As one half of ambient techno messiahs Orbital, Paul Hartnoll can feel justifiably proud of his act's legacy since their inception as early 90's warehouse rave regulars to their swansong at Glastonbury 2004.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8292/ | 380 hits
CD Review: Plasticines - Barcelona
If Ladyhawke has taught us anything, it's that girl-synth-rock is fit. And Plastiscines have not tried to hide the fact that their break-through single is in fact a complete cover of Ladyhawke's 'Paris Is Burning', where the word "Paris" has been cunningly substituted for "Barcelona." But I've found myself not particularly caring about this complete rip-off at all; 'Barcelona' is a great pop song that ticks all the necessary boxes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11322/ | 442 hits
If Ladyhawke has taught us anything, it's that girl-synth-rock is fit. And Plastiscines have not tried to hide the fact that their break-through single is in fact a complete cover of Ladyhawke's 'Paris Is Burning', where the word "Paris" has been cunningly substituted for "Barcelona." But I've found myself not particularly caring about this complete rip-off at all; 'Barcelona' is a great pop song that ticks all the necessary boxes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11322/ | 442 hits
CD Review: Desert Monkey - Made Great By A Breeze
Starting off with the title track sounding like a rougher Kyuss with furious bluesy guitar riffage and fat drums, Desert Monkey are looking like quite the heads down, balls to the wall rock band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2802/ | 471 hits
Starting off with the title track sounding like a rougher Kyuss with furious bluesy guitar riffage and fat drums, Desert Monkey are looking like quite the heads down, balls to the wall rock band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2802/ | 471 hits
CD Review: New Adventures - In Our Hands
To say this is only New Adventures' second release (and their second single at that) is impressive. The title track is a slab of radio friendly, uplifting rock with the sort of soaring chorus that would give radio-rock superstars Coldplay and Snow Patrol a run for their money.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9875/ | 617 hits
To say this is only New Adventures' second release (and their second single at that) is impressive. The title track is a slab of radio friendly, uplifting rock with the sort of soaring chorus that would give radio-rock superstars Coldplay and Snow Patrol a run for their money.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9875/ | 617 hits
CD Review: The Artists - Magic Words
'Magic Words' is the second offering from Leeds based band The Artists, the four track EP shows the band developing into a more polished band with an increasingly huge sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16011/ | 215 hits
'Magic Words' is the second offering from Leeds based band The Artists, the four track EP shows the band developing into a more polished band with an increasingly huge sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16011/ | 215 hits
CD Review: The Culprit - The Culprit
Despite preparing you for some Innerpartysystem-esque synth-rock with the crunching electro and naff robotic vocals of album-opener 'Welcome To...' the rest of The Culprit's debut album is much more rock-orientated than initial impressions suggest.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12874/ | 416 hits
Despite preparing you for some Innerpartysystem-esque synth-rock with the crunching electro and naff robotic vocals of album-opener 'Welcome To...' the rest of The Culprit's debut album is much more rock-orientated than initial impressions suggest.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12874/ | 416 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/ | 555 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/ | 555 hits
CD Review: X is Loaded - Trench
It has to be said that on first listen, I struggled to find anything worthwhile on this album. As the follow up to 2004's 'Raw Nerve' debut album my expectations were high, especially after seeing their strong set live.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7967/ | 296 hits
It has to be said that on first listen, I struggled to find anything worthwhile on this album. As the follow up to 2004's 'Raw Nerve' debut album my expectations were high, especially after seeing their strong set live.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7967/ | 296 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/ | 460 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/ | 460 hits
CD Review: Underoath - Too Bright To See, Too Loud To Hear
'Too Bright To See, Too Loud To Hear' is the second single to be taken from Underoath's sixth studio album, 'Lost In The Sound of Separation.' Eschewing the usual verse/chorus formula, 'Too Bright....' charts a varied musical landscape, with an emphasis always on the lyrics.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10570/ | 312 hits
'Too Bright To See, Too Loud To Hear' is the second single to be taken from Underoath's sixth studio album, 'Lost In The Sound of Separation.' Eschewing the usual verse/chorus formula, 'Too Bright....' charts a varied musical landscape, with an emphasis always on the lyrics.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10570/ | 312 hits
CD Review: Rhode Island - Happy Birthday EP
The first thing I noticed when this CD started playing was that ... it was amazing! I'm not just saying that to avoid being harsh to the band (which I have noticed happens too much), this EP is truly incredible.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4304/ | 793 hits
The first thing I noticed when this CD started playing was that ... it was amazing! I'm not just saying that to avoid being harsh to the band (which I have noticed happens too much), this EP is truly incredible.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4304/ | 793 hits
CD Review: Mojo Fury - Visiting Hours Of A Travelling Circus
2011 signals the long awaited release of Northern Ireland's Mojo Fury's debut album. After touring hard for the last couple of years, Mojo Fury step up to the plate, and show their big potential to burst onto the music scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14797/ | 413 hits
2011 signals the long awaited release of Northern Ireland's Mojo Fury's debut album. After touring hard for the last couple of years, Mojo Fury step up to the plate, and show their big potential to burst onto the music scene.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14797/ | 413 hits
CD Review: The High Chairs - Second Thoughts On Dreams And Doubts EP
The High Chairs are taking on that increasingly daunting task of getting their name around as another unsigned indie band in Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8891/ | 325 hits
The High Chairs are taking on that increasingly daunting task of getting their name around as another unsigned indie band in Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8891/ | 325 hits
CD Review: Blue Sky Project - Smiles
Leeds' latest progressive-alt-rock band, Blue Sky Project, show plenty of promise with this record yet generally fall just short in delivering the quality goods expected of a band fronted by enigmatic singer / songwriter / guitarist / promoter / label boss Lewis Denby.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7860/ | 498 hits
Leeds' latest progressive-alt-rock band, Blue Sky Project, show plenty of promise with this record yet generally fall just short in delivering the quality goods expected of a band fronted by enigmatic singer / songwriter / guitarist / promoter / label boss Lewis Denby.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7860/ | 498 hits
CD Review: Arctic Monkeys - Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not
There's that little bit of elitist in me that would just love to shoot this album down right from the off, to rip into it with merciless vigour and launch a tirade about how why it's because of bands like the Arctic Monkeys that music isn't like it used to be.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6245/ | 1,230 hits
There's that little bit of elitist in me that would just love to shoot this album down right from the off, to rip into it with merciless vigour and launch a tirade about how why it's because of bands like the Arctic Monkeys that music isn't like it used to be.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6245/ | 1,230 hits
CD Review: Little Japanese Toy - Disused No 5
Well, first thing's first: Little Japanese Toy score a whopping 0/10 for presentation. The demo consists of a hastily scribbled on, almost unreadable CD-R.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/201/ | 191 hits
Well, first thing's first: Little Japanese Toy score a whopping 0/10 for presentation. The demo consists of a hastily scribbled on, almost unreadable CD-R.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/201/ | 191 hits
CD Review: Just Handshakes (We're British) - Paper Cranes/Talking Pictures
First of all, the 'Paper Cranes/Talking Pictures' release comes wrapped in a bow, with an accompanying origami leaflet entitled 'Make Your Own Paper Crane' which pretty much sums up the intimate, small-scale feel of Just Handshakes (We're British)'s double A side release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10471/ | 1,300 hits
First of all, the 'Paper Cranes/Talking Pictures' release comes wrapped in a bow, with an accompanying origami leaflet entitled 'Make Your Own Paper Crane' which pretty much sums up the intimate, small-scale feel of Just Handshakes (We're British)'s double A side release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10471/ | 1,300 hits
CD Review: Five O'Clock Heroes - Speak Your Language
'Speak Your Language' by Five O'Clock Heroes kicks off in the best possible form with the ear-Prozac of 'Judas.' This song will make you instantly fall in love with frontman's Antony Ellis' addictively angular voice and the band's talent for mixing awkward indie with just the right amount of pop, to create something that's original, but accessible.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9865/ | 813 hits
'Speak Your Language' by Five O'Clock Heroes kicks off in the best possible form with the ear-Prozac of 'Judas.' This song will make you instantly fall in love with frontman's Antony Ellis' addictively angular voice and the band's talent for mixing awkward indie with just the right amount of pop, to create something that's original, but accessible.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9865/ | 813 hits
CD Review: Young Guns - All Our Kings Are Dead
Young Guns have a meatier, hard-rock and metalcore influenced take on melodic punk rock. Although this album delivers a sugar-suckerpunch, it has the big riffs to extend that headrush into something more long-lasting.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13080/ | 2,360 hits
Young Guns have a meatier, hard-rock and metalcore influenced take on melodic punk rock. Although this album delivers a sugar-suckerpunch, it has the big riffs to extend that headrush into something more long-lasting.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13080/ | 2,360 hits
CD Review: Club Smith - The Process
Following up on their debut EP, 'The Loss,' Leeds' Club Smith release their new, four track EP 'The Process.' EP-opener 'The Green Room' proves that a good drumbeat can take you a long way.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12772/ | 624 hits
Following up on their debut EP, 'The Loss,' Leeds' Club Smith release their new, four track EP 'The Process.' EP-opener 'The Green Room' proves that a good drumbeat can take you a long way.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12772/ | 624 hits
CD Review: Night Herons - Night Herons
If you like the sound of a band that channels the rock-soul sound of Gossip, the electro-falsetto of La Roux and the driving pop hooks of Blondie, then Leeds' very own Night Herons are definitely for you.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11539/ | 510 hits
If you like the sound of a band that channels the rock-soul sound of Gossip, the electro-falsetto of La Roux and the driving pop hooks of Blondie, then Leeds' very own Night Herons are definitely for you.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11539/ | 510 hits
CD Review: Polaris - s/t
I wish I could start this review in the same way Polaris start this eponymous album of theirs. Because then you'd understand exactly what it was I was setting out to do.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6232/ | 704 hits
I wish I could start this review in the same way Polaris start this eponymous album of theirs. Because then you'd understand exactly what it was I was setting out to do.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6232/ | 704 hits
CD Review: The Mars Volta - De-Loused in the Comatorium
This first album from The Mars Volta has truly outdone itself. To be quite fair, their unique style and energy is almost indefinable, but I'll give it a go.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2932/ | 689 hits
This first album from The Mars Volta has truly outdone itself. To be quite fair, their unique style and energy is almost indefinable, but I'll give it a go.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2932/ | 689 hits
CD Review: Just Handshakes (We're British) - New Adventures in Pop
Earlier this week when I got home and realised that my advance copy of the new Just Handshakes (We're British) single had arrived I quickly rushed to my stereo and put it on loud enough to disturb everyone who lives within a 3 mile radius of my house.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14400/ | 702 hits
Earlier this week when I got home and realised that my advance copy of the new Just Handshakes (We're British) single had arrived I quickly rushed to my stereo and put it on loud enough to disturb everyone who lives within a 3 mile radius of my house.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14400/ | 702 hits
CD Review: Hellogoodbye - Here (In Your Arms)
Hello. I never really thought I'd be reviewing a song which could have easily walked last week's Eurovision song contest.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8448/ | 935 hits
Hello. I never really thought I'd be reviewing a song which could have easily walked last week's Eurovision song contest.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8448/ | 935 hits
CD Review: The Defiled - s/t
Adding an electronic ambience to metalcore is maybe not what you'd think would work, but when done simply and subtly it certainly does.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8584/ | 378 hits
Adding an electronic ambience to metalcore is maybe not what you'd think would work, but when done simply and subtly it certainly does.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8584/ | 378 hits
CD Review: Lostboy! - Lostboy!
Just in time for summer, Lostboy! (aka Jim Kerr) releases his full-length debut, an album of gooey-centred pop-rock, more often than not smothered in a summer's day haze.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12732/ | 831 hits
Just in time for summer, Lostboy! (aka Jim Kerr) releases his full-length debut, an album of gooey-centred pop-rock, more often than not smothered in a summer's day haze.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12732/ | 831 hits
CD Review: Sound Of Guns - What Came From Fire
There's something vaguely Snow Patrol-esque about the general aura of earnestness and feeling that enshrouds Sound of Guns' debut full-length.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12923/ | 1,890 hits
There's something vaguely Snow Patrol-esque about the general aura of earnestness and feeling that enshrouds Sound of Guns' debut full-length.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12923/ | 1,890 hits
CD Review: Eureka Machines - Being Good Is Okay (But Being Bad Is Better)
Chris Catalyst appears to have had his sinister fingers in any number of Leeds-baked pies in recent years.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9120/ | 956 hits
Chris Catalyst appears to have had his sinister fingers in any number of Leeds-baked pies in recent years.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9120/ | 956 hits
CD Review: Facelift - Untitled
Having spent four years of my life in Bradford, I still never worked it out as to why this curry capital of the north has managed to take it's place as the 'must have' of any self respecting Rock bands tour dates.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/154/ | 248 hits
Having spent four years of my life in Bradford, I still never worked it out as to why this curry capital of the north has managed to take it's place as the 'must have' of any self respecting Rock bands tour dates.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/154/ | 248 hits
CD Review: Pulled Apart by Horses - Meat Balloon
Most of the connotations carried by the name Pulled Apart by Horses likely centre around their [in]famous sweaty and lawless live performances.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10095/ | 974 hits
Most of the connotations carried by the name Pulled Apart by Horses likely centre around their [in]famous sweaty and lawless live performances.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10095/ | 974 hits
CD Review: Rochelle - Untitled
Unfortunately for the discerning popster, this CD would not appear - like many a K-Tel offering of yesteryear - to be available in any shops.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8243/ | 268 hits
Unfortunately for the discerning popster, this CD would not appear - like many a K-Tel offering of yesteryear - to be available in any shops.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8243/ | 268 hits
CD Review: White Heat - Smiles
So, here we have the debut release from Leeds based 5 - piece 'White Heat'. The band draws its influences to such classic acts as 'Slowdive' and 'My Bloody Valentine' as well as more recent favourites as 'Ringo Deathstarr'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16775/ | 318 hits
So, here we have the debut release from Leeds based 5 - piece 'White Heat'. The band draws its influences to such classic acts as 'Slowdive' and 'My Bloody Valentine' as well as more recent favourites as 'Ringo Deathstarr'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16775/ | 318 hits
CD Review: Full Scream Ahead - We Write Our Own Anthems
'We Write Our Own Anthems' does pretty much what it says on the tin, delivering six tracks of anthemic choruses and soaring vocals, with brief flirtations with screamo and punk to keep things interesting.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10987/ | 407 hits
'We Write Our Own Anthems' does pretty much what it says on the tin, delivering six tracks of anthemic choruses and soaring vocals, with brief flirtations with screamo and punk to keep things interesting.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10987/ | 407 hits
CD Review: The Passing Fancy - Talking Sense Blues
'Talking Sense Blues,' the debut single from Wakefield's 'The Passing Fancy' is folkish indie with infectious percussion and hand-clapping sound effects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10633/ | 258 hits
'Talking Sense Blues,' the debut single from Wakefield's 'The Passing Fancy' is folkish indie with infectious percussion and hand-clapping sound effects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10633/ | 258 hits
CD Review: Unyson - Science Fiction
It's not often that I listen to a review CD as many times as this. Unyson's six track "Science Fiction" has some right good songs, played and sung with style and conviction.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/313/ | 282 hits
It's not often that I listen to a review CD as many times as this. Unyson's six track "Science Fiction" has some right good songs, played and sung with style and conviction.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/313/ | 282 hits
Live Review: Kaya + Cactus
On first tonight were Saving Lenny. Whom I missed. Moving on... Cactus warmed the crowd with their own brand of rocking guitar based songs with the occasional metal influence, but not so much that it wasn't accessible, especially in this venue, which is more of a wine bar than a rock club.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1118/ | 283 hits
On first tonight were Saving Lenny. Whom I missed. Moving on... Cactus warmed the crowd with their own brand of rocking guitar based songs with the occasional metal influence, but not so much that it wasn't accessible, especially in this venue, which is more of a wine bar than a rock club.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1118/ | 283 hits
CD Review: Fightstar - Be Human
Fightstar's third full-length, 'Be Human' finally sees the concept-loving, inherently theatrical post-hardcore band hook up with an orchestra.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10730/ | 843 hits
Fightstar's third full-length, 'Be Human' finally sees the concept-loving, inherently theatrical post-hardcore band hook up with an orchestra.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10730/ | 843 hits
Band Profile: Fall Out Boy
Fall Out Boy is: Patrick Stump - Vocals, Guitar Joe Trohman - Guitar Andy Hurley - Drums Pete Wentz - Bass, Backing vocals While walking across the stage to receive the MTV2 Award for "Sugar, We're Going Down," the only thing on Fall Out Boy bassist and lyricist Pete Wentz's mind was "please don't drop an f-bomb." Shortly thereafter the band, originally from suburban Chicago, was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best New Artist.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/5681/ | 1,507 hits
Fall Out Boy is: Patrick Stump - Vocals, Guitar Joe Trohman - Guitar Andy Hurley - Drums Pete Wentz - Bass, Backing vocals While walking across the stage to receive the MTV2 Award for "Sugar, We're Going Down," the only thing on Fall Out Boy bassist and lyricist Pete Wentz's mind was "please don't drop an f-bomb." Shortly thereafter the band, originally from suburban Chicago, was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best New Artist.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/5681/ | 1,507 hits
CD Review: Vib Gyor - Insomnia EP
Violet, Indigo, Blue: Green, Yellow, Orange, Red. The colours of a rainbow when you stand on your head.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2505/ | 2,293 hits
Violet, Indigo, Blue: Green, Yellow, Orange, Red. The colours of a rainbow when you stand on your head.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2505/ | 2,293 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/ | 537 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/ | 537 hits
CD Review: The Dead Orchestra - Force Of Habit
Following on from their untitled first EP, West Yorkshire four-piece The Dead Orchestra release another four tracks of indie-pop, string arrangements and shiver-inducing synths.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11346/ | 329 hits
Following on from their untitled first EP, West Yorkshire four-piece The Dead Orchestra release another four tracks of indie-pop, string arrangements and shiver-inducing synths.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11346/ | 329 hits
CD Review: The High Wire - The Sleep Tape
I'm really glad that smoky, hazy, dreamy guitar pop is cool again. Do you remember when Black Rebel Motorcycle first startled us with BRMC back in 2001, and in between hitting us with 'Whatever Happened To My Rock 'n' Roll' and 'Spread Your Love,' we were swooned into semi consciousness with the opium-laced druggy waves of 'As Sure As The Sun' and 'Too Real'?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12219/ | 721 hits
I'm really glad that smoky, hazy, dreamy guitar pop is cool again. Do you remember when Black Rebel Motorcycle first startled us with BRMC back in 2001, and in between hitting us with 'Whatever Happened To My Rock 'n' Roll' and 'Spread Your Love,' we were swooned into semi consciousness with the opium-laced druggy waves of 'As Sure As The Sun' and 'Too Real'?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12219/ | 721 hits
CD Review: The Blackout - Higher and Higher
As far as Rock / Rap collaborations go in recent times, they haven't been up to scratch. However in 2011 this could all change with the latest offering from The Blackout.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14220/ | 1,217 hits
As far as Rock / Rap collaborations go in recent times, they haven't been up to scratch. However in 2011 this could all change with the latest offering from The Blackout.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14220/ | 1,217 hits
Live Review: Micachu + The Invisible
The dumbbell shaped space that is Nation of Shopkeepers, with two bulbous circular seating areas at either end of a long central bar, is not the kind of venue that you'd automatically think would be great for gigs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11310/ | 498 hits
The dumbbell shaped space that is Nation of Shopkeepers, with two bulbous circular seating areas at either end of a long central bar, is not the kind of venue that you'd automatically think would be great for gigs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11310/ | 498 hits
Live Review: Nerve Engine + Father + Forced To Die + Hot Prophecy
When Hot Prophecy first start their set, two things become apparent very quickly. The first being that the sound quality is very good considering the size of the venue and the second being that the band are clearly in love with what they're playing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7499/ | 585 hits
When Hot Prophecy first start their set, two things become apparent very quickly. The first being that the sound quality is very good considering the size of the venue and the second being that the band are clearly in love with what they're playing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7499/ | 585 hits
Live Review: The Bluetones + Orka
Why is it that only guitarists can pull off wearing a cowboy hat? And why is it only drummers who wear vests?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1332/ | 510 hits
Why is it that only guitarists can pull off wearing a cowboy hat? And why is it only drummers who wear vests?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1332/ | 510 hits
CD Review: The Unfortunate Incident - Build Your Own Arc
It is easy to presume that these hyped Sheffield scenesters are just going to be Fall Out Boy/My Chemical Romance wannabes; trying to fall into that radio-friendly rock-pop-punk genre so popular with fifteen year old girls who have come to realise that Avril Lavigne is balls.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11240/ | 394 hits
It is easy to presume that these hyped Sheffield scenesters are just going to be Fall Out Boy/My Chemical Romance wannabes; trying to fall into that radio-friendly rock-pop-punk genre so popular with fifteen year old girls who have come to realise that Avril Lavigne is balls.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11240/ | 394 hits
CD Review: Lamb of God - Resolution
There is an event, every couple of years or so, which conjures terror and discomfiture in every single band on the planet.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16135/ | 349 hits
There is an event, every couple of years or so, which conjures terror and discomfiture in every single band on the planet.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16135/ | 349 hits
Interview: Maggie8
Rosie Driver met up with Maggie8 in anticipation of the EP release in May and their appearance at Live at Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14491/ | 764 hits
Rosie Driver met up with Maggie8 in anticipation of the EP release in May and their appearance at Live at Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14491/ | 764 hits
CD Review: Machine Head - Unto the Locust
Anyone who appreciates the art of metal can instantly recall the feeling and impact of hearing Machine Head's seminal 1994 debut album, "Burn my Eyes" for the first time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16100/ | 345 hits
Anyone who appreciates the art of metal can instantly recall the feeling and impact of hearing Machine Head's seminal 1994 debut album, "Burn my Eyes" for the first time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16100/ | 345 hits
Live Review: Boy Kill Boy + Western Suburbs + Buen Chico
How healthy/unhealthy must British music and the Leeds scene be right now if Boy Kill Boy can barely half fill the Cockpit second room?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6052/ | 780 hits
How healthy/unhealthy must British music and the Leeds scene be right now if Boy Kill Boy can barely half fill the Cockpit second room?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6052/ | 780 hits
CD Review: Airship - Stuck In This Ocean
"Stuck In This Ocean" is a 52 minute concoction of beguiling Indie-Rock finesse and musical enticement.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15257/ | 547 hits
"Stuck In This Ocean" is a 52 minute concoction of beguiling Indie-Rock finesse and musical enticement.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15257/ | 547 hits
CD Review: Me Vs Hero - Days That Shape Our Lives
After two different versions of the same EP originally recorded in 2007, it is perhaps long overdue that Me Vs Hero are finally releasing their debut full length 'Days That Shape Our Lives'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16369/ | 196 hits
After two different versions of the same EP originally recorded in 2007, it is perhaps long overdue that Me Vs Hero are finally releasing their debut full length 'Days That Shape Our Lives'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16369/ | 196 hits
CD Review: Paul Hawkins & Thee Awkward Silences - We Are Not Other People
'Unexpected Error' makes no effort to ease the listener into the weird and wonderful world of Paul Hawkins & Thee Awkward Silences, as it opens with a blaring, Atari-esque sound effect that'll make you wonder whether this is, in fact, a comedy album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10120/ | 442 hits
'Unexpected Error' makes no effort to ease the listener into the weird and wonderful world of Paul Hawkins & Thee Awkward Silences, as it opens with a blaring, Atari-esque sound effect that'll make you wonder whether this is, in fact, a comedy album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10120/ | 442 hits
CD Review: Yellow Stripe Nine - 1 White Horse
You join me amidst a stormy battle. In one corner are Leeds based rockers Yellow Stripe Nine, heavily armed with copious fine live performances under their belt and shiny new album "1 White Horse" tucked firmly under their arms.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/382/ | 479 hits
You join me amidst a stormy battle. In one corner are Leeds based rockers Yellow Stripe Nine, heavily armed with copious fine live performances under their belt and shiny new album "1 White Horse" tucked firmly under their arms.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/382/ | 479 hits
Live Review: Fillip
Many People don't like ska. I am one of those people. I just don't get it! I understand the aspect of "fun" in the music, I understand that many local ska bands incorporate as many instruments as possible in order to rectify the lack of musical talent.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6572/ | 307 hits
Many People don't like ska. I am one of those people. I just don't get it! I understand the aspect of "fun" in the music, I understand that many local ska bands incorporate as many instruments as possible in order to rectify the lack of musical talent.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6572/ | 307 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/ | 1,085 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/ | 1,085 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/ | 414 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/ | 414 hits
CD Review: Flood Of Red - Leaving Everything Behind
'Leaving Everything Behind,' the debut album from Scotland's Flood Of Red, is a frustrating album. Effortlessly churning out dense, emotionally-charged, stadium-sized songs with towering choruses and heartfelt vocals aplenty, the first few songs will blow you away.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11275/ | 1,081 hits
'Leaving Everything Behind,' the debut album from Scotland's Flood Of Red, is a frustrating album. Effortlessly churning out dense, emotionally-charged, stadium-sized songs with towering choruses and heartfelt vocals aplenty, the first few songs will blow you away.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11275/ | 1,081 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/ | 291 hits
Parisman's "Responsible for Everything" EP starts in a blaze of unabashed Geetar Rock-disco synthesiser fusion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/173/ | 291 hits
CD Review: Dead Confederate - Wrecking Ball
It's easy to see why Dead Confederate selected 'The Rat' as the lead-off single to their debut album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11366/ | 429 hits
It's easy to see why Dead Confederate selected 'The Rat' as the lead-off single to their debut album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11366/ | 429 hits
CD Review: The Scaramanga Six - The Continuing Saga Of
Whatever they might get up to in Huddersfield, The Scaramanga Six are pretty big in the large city of Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/47/ | 304 hits
Whatever they might get up to in Huddersfield, The Scaramanga Six are pretty big in the large city of Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/47/ | 304 hits
Live Review: Sawthroat
I've seen these guys many a time and this is was definitely Sawthroat at their very best. Probably the best that I have seen them play since their gig at The Cavern in August.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1329/ | 264 hits
I've seen these guys many a time and this is was definitely Sawthroat at their very best. Probably the best that I have seen them play since their gig at The Cavern in August.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1329/ | 264 hits
CD Review: Deerpark - It made her look spidery
The slightest thing about this CD is the relative frailness of the songs themselves. The tunes are gentle modulations around a couple of notes that suit the singer's range.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/379/ | 505 hits
The slightest thing about this CD is the relative frailness of the songs themselves. The tunes are gentle modulations around a couple of notes that suit the singer's range.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/379/ | 505 hits
CD Review: Liam Stone - I Didn't See My Reflection For The Entire Month Of March
18-year-old Mr Stone has lovingly nurtured and raised a small bedroom masterpiece. First track 'The Last Rose' is a perfect, aching tale of loss.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3107/ | 656 hits
18-year-old Mr Stone has lovingly nurtured and raised a small bedroom masterpiece. First track 'The Last Rose' is a perfect, aching tale of loss.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3107/ | 656 hits
CD Review: Metric - Fantasies
'Fantasies,' the fourth full-length from Metric opens with recent single 'Help I'm Alive,' which sets the tone for the rest of the album with its blend of rock, indie and electro.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10575/ | 470 hits
'Fantasies,' the fourth full-length from Metric opens with recent single 'Help I'm Alive,' which sets the tone for the rest of the album with its blend of rock, indie and electro.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10575/ | 470 hits
CD Review: Colour - Unicorns
Colour are a four piece hailing from Kingston who label themselves as self-styled 'Math pop' pioneers.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10653/ | 328 hits
Colour are a four piece hailing from Kingston who label themselves as self-styled 'Math pop' pioneers.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10653/ | 328 hits
CD Review: sammyUSA - Untitled
OK, here's a strange one - a CD that comes with a disclaimer! Apparently it's "by no means EP quality and the songs aren't the finished article", but having enjoyed the USA live onslaught, I was keen for a listen all the same.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17/ | 268 hits
OK, here's a strange one - a CD that comes with a disclaimer! Apparently it's "by no means EP quality and the songs aren't the finished article", but having enjoyed the USA live onslaught, I was keen for a listen all the same.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17/ | 268 hits
Live Review: Sunny Philadelphia + Daniel Clark + Elmaroe
'The Crow Knows Music' is a relatively new 'Independent Music Company' on the Leeds scene, whose mission statement, according to its creator Daniel Clark, is to quench "the thirst of the city's thirsty thirsty music scene" and to provide "a stable platform for its array of quality unsigned acts".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14382/ | 733 hits
'The Crow Knows Music' is a relatively new 'Independent Music Company' on the Leeds scene, whose mission statement, according to its creator Daniel Clark, is to quench "the thirst of the city's thirsty thirsty music scene" and to provide "a stable platform for its array of quality unsigned acts".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/14382/ | 733 hits
CD Review: Jack Butler - Fit The Paradigm
'Fit The Paradigm' is the debut single from Scotland's indie-rockers Jack Butler. The album kicks off with current single, 'Hit It Out The Park, Son' and, right from the start, frontman Liam Kelly has a voice to split opinion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10603/ | 934 hits
'Fit The Paradigm' is the debut single from Scotland's indie-rockers Jack Butler. The album kicks off with current single, 'Hit It Out The Park, Son' and, right from the start, frontman Liam Kelly has a voice to split opinion.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10603/ | 934 hits
CD Review: Thrice - Beggars
The ridiculously early leak of 'Beggars' has worked in favour of fans of Thrice, with the digital release of the album pushed forward from the planned October release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11060/ | 397 hits
The ridiculously early leak of 'Beggars' has worked in favour of fans of Thrice, with the digital release of the album pushed forward from the planned October release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11060/ | 397 hits
CD Review: Dog Almighty - Dog Almighty
Dog Almighty eponymous debut is a heavy rock/metal album that's slightly more considered than most examples of the genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10357/ | 331 hits
Dog Almighty eponymous debut is a heavy rock/metal album that's slightly more considered than most examples of the genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10357/ | 331 hits
CD Review: Mumford & Sons - Sigh No More
The 'Laura Marling and Friends' concert at The Royal Festival Hall this last August was an important symbol in just how popular contemporary folk music is, how relevant people find it is to their lives, and how vast and talented the new generation of young British folk artists have proven themselves to be.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11290/ | 639 hits
The 'Laura Marling and Friends' concert at The Royal Festival Hall this last August was an important symbol in just how popular contemporary folk music is, how relevant people find it is to their lives, and how vast and talented the new generation of young British folk artists have proven themselves to be.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11290/ | 639 hits
CD Review: Kid iD - Black Comedy
'Black Comedy,' the debut EP from Leeds' Kid iD, is four folk-orientated tracks, where each song sets out to show a different facet of Kid iD's chosen genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10886/ | 528 hits
'Black Comedy,' the debut EP from Leeds' Kid iD, is four folk-orientated tracks, where each song sets out to show a different facet of Kid iD's chosen genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10886/ | 528 hits
Live Review: Jarcrew + Duels + Galitza + This Et Al + Being 747 + The Young Knives + The Scaramanga Six + The Secret Hairdresser + ¡Forward, Russia!
Wrathstonbury is, believe it or not, one of the most important dates on Leeds' live music diary. Eighteen bands compete with beer for your attention.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3217/ | 933 hits
Wrathstonbury is, believe it or not, one of the most important dates on Leeds' live music diary. Eighteen bands compete with beer for your attention.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3217/ | 933 hits
Live Review: Feeds + The Wax Collection + Jonny Quits + Orange Pulp
Orange Pulp - These guys love garage rock. They smash out their set with a vaguely arrogant panache, including both melodic, slow build ups and huge emphatic choruses.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17125/ | 566 hits
Orange Pulp - These guys love garage rock. They smash out their set with a vaguely arrogant panache, including both melodic, slow build ups and huge emphatic choruses.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17125/ | 566 hits
CD Review: Metro Station - Metro Station
Metro Station are the guilty party behind 'Shake It,' and seem set to be 2009's version of Hellogoodbye, better known as the guilty party behind 'Here (In Your Arms).' Current, radio-bothering single 'Shake It' is love-to-hate electro-pop naffness that really is a case of once heard, never forgotten.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10597/ | 887 hits
Metro Station are the guilty party behind 'Shake It,' and seem set to be 2009's version of Hellogoodbye, better known as the guilty party behind 'Here (In Your Arms).' Current, radio-bothering single 'Shake It' is love-to-hate electro-pop naffness that really is a case of once heard, never forgotten.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10597/ | 887 hits
CD Review: Get Off My Shoes - Let's Not Rush Out And Tell The World
Get Off My Shoes, Lets Not Rush Out And Tell The World. Introductory tracks are all the rage these days it seems, every other band does it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17290/ | 227 hits
Get Off My Shoes, Lets Not Rush Out And Tell The World. Introductory tracks are all the rage these days it seems, every other band does it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17290/ | 227 hits
CD Review: Mutant - Laserdrome
Mutant have just completed a UK tour with Huddersfield thrash metal four-piece Evile and, judging by the strength of this thrash-tastic self-released effort, they must have gone down very well indeed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10695/ | 739 hits
Mutant have just completed a UK tour with Huddersfield thrash metal four-piece Evile and, judging by the strength of this thrash-tastic self-released effort, they must have gone down very well indeed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10695/ | 739 hits
Live Review: Dead Peter + Steer + James Skinner
Town. Okay. Everyone knows where town is right? That's a good place to start. Now, make your way up to Park Row.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3564/ | 537 hits
Town. Okay. Everyone knows where town is right? That's a good place to start. Now, make your way up to Park Row.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3564/ | 537 hits
CD Review: Elmaroe - Tiny Sounds
I recall praising Elmaroe's-- efforts on his last EP, 'Sequences', when I critiqued it in March of this year.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15365/ | 314 hits
I recall praising Elmaroe's-- efforts on his last EP, 'Sequences', when I critiqued it in March of this year.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15365/ | 314 hits
CD Review: Sam Daintree - Human Being Being Human
Thinly-spread, music-making, bikeshop-working, meat-abstaining, maths-loving human-being. This is how Sam Daintree describes himself on Twitter; I bet the ladies just throw themselves at a skinny vegetarian who talks about bikes and trigonometry, even his profile picture is one of a cat- oh dear.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16440/ | 189 hits
Thinly-spread, music-making, bikeshop-working, meat-abstaining, maths-loving human-being. This is how Sam Daintree describes himself on Twitter; I bet the ladies just throw themselves at a skinny vegetarian who talks about bikes and trigonometry, even his profile picture is one of a cat- oh dear.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16440/ | 189 hits
CD Review: Afro Celt Sound System - Capture (1995-2010)
'Capture,' 15 years of the Afro Celt Sound System is a great compilation, not excellent throughout, but different people will like different tracks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13601/ | 377 hits
'Capture,' 15 years of the Afro Celt Sound System is a great compilation, not excellent throughout, but different people will like different tracks.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13601/ | 377 hits
CD Review: Sounds Of Swami - Halcyon Days
Keighley's Sounds of Swami don't hang about on 7" 'Halcyon Days,' blasting through six songs in seventeen minutes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10777/ | 746 hits
Keighley's Sounds of Swami don't hang about on 7" 'Halcyon Days,' blasting through six songs in seventeen minutes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10777/ | 746 hits
Interview: The Futureheads
On a cold, wet and dark Tuesday night Gavin Miller talks with Ross Futureheads from the highly showbiz and rock and roll location of a Leeds Travel Lodge...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1632/ | 1,098 hits
On a cold, wet and dark Tuesday night Gavin Miller talks with Ross Futureheads from the highly showbiz and rock and roll location of a Leeds Travel Lodge...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1632/ | 1,098 hits
CD Review: The Dead Formats - The Dead Formats
The overriding characteristic of The Dead Formats' debut EP, is the complex and seemingly random use of main, backing and gang vocals, which gives each song on this six track EP a sloppy, oldschool punk vibe feel that's refreshing amongst the current trend for studio gloss.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11011/ | 685 hits
The overriding characteristic of The Dead Formats' debut EP, is the complex and seemingly random use of main, backing and gang vocals, which gives each song on this six track EP a sloppy, oldschool punk vibe feel that's refreshing amongst the current trend for studio gloss.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11011/ | 685 hits
Live Review: Isobel Campbell and Mark Lanegan + Euros Childs
Euros Childs, former frontman of Gorky's Zygotic Mynci, provides some strange folk indie to warm up the crowd.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8719/ | 519 hits
Euros Childs, former frontman of Gorky's Zygotic Mynci, provides some strange folk indie to warm up the crowd.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8719/ | 519 hits
CD Review: Glaciers - An Excellent Field Geologist
'An Excellent Field Geologist' from Leeds-based Glaciers (aka Nicolas Burrows) opens with Brooklyn,' a track of simple beauty, relying solely on a steadily plucked acoustic guitar, a few atmospheric synths, and some halting, lullaby-like vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10338/ | 275 hits
'An Excellent Field Geologist' from Leeds-based Glaciers (aka Nicolas Burrows) opens with Brooklyn,' a track of simple beauty, relying solely on a steadily plucked acoustic guitar, a few atmospheric synths, and some halting, lullaby-like vocals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10338/ | 275 hits
CD Review: Fun. - Aim & Ignite
Fun. are like 'A Fever Your Can't Sweat Out'-era Panic! at the Disco, with a few more strings, gospel choirs and a vocalist who squeals out those big, dramatic high notes like his life depends on it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12833/ | 447 hits
Fun. are like 'A Fever Your Can't Sweat Out'-era Panic! at the Disco, with a few more strings, gospel choirs and a vocalist who squeals out those big, dramatic high notes like his life depends on it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12833/ | 447 hits
CD Review: Goodluck Jonathan - This Is Our Way Out
The forth word on the press release for Goodluck Jonathan is 'Brighton'. For me, this has risen my expectations dramatically.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13458/ | 751 hits
The forth word on the press release for Goodluck Jonathan is 'Brighton'. For me, this has risen my expectations dramatically.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/13458/ | 751 hits
Band Profile: Jenny Lewis with the Watson Twins
Jenny Lewis is a singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, CA. Most days (and nights) you can find Jenny Lewis singing and playing with Rilo Kiley, a quartet whose third album, 2004's More Adventurous, has charmed and delighted fans and peers worldwide.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6383/ | 149 hits
Jenny Lewis is a singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, CA. Most days (and nights) you can find Jenny Lewis singing and playing with Rilo Kiley, a quartet whose third album, 2004's More Adventurous, has charmed and delighted fans and peers worldwide.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6383/ | 149 hits
CD Review: Bat For Lashes - Haunted Man
The fancy dress costumes have been put away, and the haunting claustrophobia of Natasha Khan's previous albums Fur and Gold and Two Suns have been traded in for a sound that is cinematic in scope and mature in outlook.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17088/ | 186 hits
The fancy dress costumes have been put away, and the haunting claustrophobia of Natasha Khan's previous albums Fur and Gold and Two Suns have been traded in for a sound that is cinematic in scope and mature in outlook.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17088/ | 186 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/ | 654 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/ | 654 hits
CD Review: The Butterfly - Untitled
The world is undoubtedly a better, not to mention considerably more interesting place with The Butterfly in it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3570/ | 545 hits
The world is undoubtedly a better, not to mention considerably more interesting place with The Butterfly in it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3570/ | 545 hits
CD Review: The Black Box Revelation - Set Your Head On Fire
The debut album from Brussels' The Black Box Revelation kicks off with the sleazy rock and roll of 'Love, Love Is On My Mind.' Erratic drumbeats, jerky riffs and Jan Paternoster's all-over-the-place vocals give this album-opener the sort of vibrant-but-ramshackle energy you'd expect from a live performance.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10543/ | 568 hits
The debut album from Brussels' The Black Box Revelation kicks off with the sleazy rock and roll of 'Love, Love Is On My Mind.' Erratic drumbeats, jerky riffs and Jan Paternoster's all-over-the-place vocals give this album-opener the sort of vibrant-but-ramshackle energy you'd expect from a live performance.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10543/ | 568 hits
CD Review: The Civil Wars - Barton Hollow
I tuned in to a recent "Later..." mainly to see Little Roy perform from the beautiful "Battle for Seattle" (another review, another time) and was only too happy for another act on the bill to catch my ear.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15572/ | 1,239 hits
I tuned in to a recent "Later..." mainly to see Little Roy perform from the beautiful "Battle for Seattle" (another review, another time) and was only too happy for another act on the bill to catch my ear.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15572/ | 1,239 hits
Live Review: Gemma Hayes + Sondre Lerche
"It may be hard to pronounce but if you learn it I'm sure you'll find it will pay". And so the confusion starts.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1033/ | 459 hits
"It may be hard to pronounce but if you learn it I'm sure you'll find it will pay". And so the confusion starts.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1033/ | 459 hits
CD Review: Kidda - Hotel Radio
Simple pleasures make me instantly happy; the dog waking me up by licking my elbow to tell me it's time to let her out, the same dog finding her frisbee in the park (she's blind you know!), back to back episodes of Time Team, a brew made by somebody else, getting more correct answers than University Challenge contestants; they all rank highly in the instant smiles stakes for me.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15658/ | 449 hits
Simple pleasures make me instantly happy; the dog waking me up by licking my elbow to tell me it's time to let her out, the same dog finding her frisbee in the park (she's blind you know!), back to back episodes of Time Team, a brew made by somebody else, getting more correct answers than University Challenge contestants; they all rank highly in the instant smiles stakes for me.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15658/ | 449 hits
Live Review: Mucky Sailor
Impossibly big-mouthed Richard Archer of chart-hugging Staines chancers Hard-Fi props the bar up and gazes amenably into the eyes of his young paramour, trying hard not to notice being noticed and no doubt savouring the relaxed Thursday night vibrations and eclectic vinyl selections of the Chicken Shack DJs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6001/ | 978 hits
Impossibly big-mouthed Richard Archer of chart-hugging Staines chancers Hard-Fi props the bar up and gazes amenably into the eyes of his young paramour, trying hard not to notice being noticed and no doubt savouring the relaxed Thursday night vibrations and eclectic vinyl selections of the Chicken Shack DJs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6001/ | 978 hits
CD Review: The Birdman Rallies - Moons
La! A new release from The Birdman Rallies! This is a brilliant (brilliant in the sense of effervescent, ebullient) album, just like all of the other material released by The Birdman Rallies, though with the added benefit of greater duration than their previous collections.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16432/ | 448 hits
La! A new release from The Birdman Rallies! This is a brilliant (brilliant in the sense of effervescent, ebullient) album, just like all of the other material released by The Birdman Rallies, though with the added benefit of greater duration than their previous collections.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16432/ | 448 hits
CD Review: The Ghost Of A Thousand - New Hopes, New Demonstrations
You have to feel sorry for The Ghost Of A Thousand. 'New Hopes, New Demonstrations' is an inwards-looking, absolutely massive-sounding hardcore album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10748/ | 1,142 hits
You have to feel sorry for The Ghost Of A Thousand. 'New Hopes, New Demonstrations' is an inwards-looking, absolutely massive-sounding hardcore album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10748/ | 1,142 hits
CD Review: Red Light Company - Fine Fascination
'Fine Fascination' is an album that makes no efforts to disguise its ambitions: it's an album that wants to fill stadiums, and it sounds fittingly huge.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10726/ | 552 hits
'Fine Fascination' is an album that makes no efforts to disguise its ambitions: it's an album that wants to fill stadiums, and it sounds fittingly huge.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10726/ | 552 hits
Live Review: Haven + The Crescent
What a stupid rule! You're in the venue but to get to the room where the bands will be performing you have to go back outside and round to the other entrance instead of walking ten yards through the doors in front of you, quickly supping off the fresh pint you've just acquired!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/766/ | 190 hits
What a stupid rule! You're in the venue but to get to the room where the bands will be performing you have to go back outside and round to the other entrance instead of walking ten yards through the doors in front of you, quickly supping off the fresh pint you've just acquired!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/766/ | 190 hits
CD Review: The Wind-up Birds - The Land
'Good Shop Shuts' hits the listener from the start with a barrage upon the ears. Punk-ridden teen angst is present in the form of Libertine-esque lo-fi production, and while energetic, the song on the whole barely surpasses a fairly generic punk tune.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16727/ | 249 hits
'Good Shop Shuts' hits the listener from the start with a barrage upon the ears. Punk-ridden teen angst is present in the form of Libertine-esque lo-fi production, and while energetic, the song on the whole barely surpasses a fairly generic punk tune.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16727/ | 249 hits
CD Review: Mastodon - The Hunter
The eight legged prehistoric prog-metal pachyderm has migrated beyond the security of concept album territory and arrived at pastures new.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16109/ | 221 hits
The eight legged prehistoric prog-metal pachyderm has migrated beyond the security of concept album territory and arrived at pastures new.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/16109/ | 221 hits
CD Review: The Birdman Rallies - Gondola
The first issue I noticed with this CD is that it is titled "Gondola," yet features some vaguely equine illustration for the cover art.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15815/ | 655 hits
The first issue I noticed with this CD is that it is titled "Gondola," yet features some vaguely equine illustration for the cover art.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15815/ | 655 hits
CD Review: Blacklisters - Swords
The debut single from Leeds' Blacklisters, is also the debut release of Leeds-based record label Best Enemies Records.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10901/ | 354 hits
The debut single from Leeds' Blacklisters, is also the debut release of Leeds-based record label Best Enemies Records.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10901/ | 354 hits
CD Review: Mother Mother - O My Heart
Originally released in September 2008, Canadian five-piece Mother Mother have finally gotten around to releasing their second album, 'O My Heart' in the UK, and it's a difficult album to categorise.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12841/ | 475 hits
Originally released in September 2008, Canadian five-piece Mother Mother have finally gotten around to releasing their second album, 'O My Heart' in the UK, and it's a difficult album to categorise.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12841/ | 475 hits
CD Review: Joseph & David - Rise Up The Sun
For a few days now I've been promising myself a night of listening to music just for the hell of it. It's been a while (at least a week) since I delved through the collection to rediscover a forgotten gem, trawled the web to find something new, or indulged in a spot of nostalgia via a certain video-sharing website.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15856/ | 892 hits
For a few days now I've been promising myself a night of listening to music just for the hell of it. It's been a while (at least a week) since I delved through the collection to rediscover a forgotten gem, trawled the web to find something new, or indulged in a spot of nostalgia via a certain video-sharing website.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/15856/ | 892 hits
CD Review: Red Star - Law And Order
'Law And Order,' the debut album from Huddersfield's Red Star, kicks off with 'Northerners (In London Town).' This piece of low-key, laidback indie grooviness relies mainly on a strong vocal performance from frontman Will Bloy and some simple electro beats that add that extra oomph to the chorus.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10446/ | 609 hits
'Law And Order,' the debut album from Huddersfield's Red Star, kicks off with 'Northerners (In London Town).' This piece of low-key, laidback indie grooviness relies mainly on a strong vocal performance from frontman Will Bloy and some simple electro beats that add that extra oomph to the chorus.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10446/ | 609 hits
CD Review: Thursday - Common Existence
'Common Existence,' the fifth full length offering from post-hardcore pioneers Thursday, kicks off in the best possible fashion, with impassioned anthem 'Resuscitation of a Dead Man.' This album-opener delivers a shot of abrasive noise, threaded through with long, grinding chords and black-hearted synths.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10389/ | 384 hits
'Common Existence,' the fifth full length offering from post-hardcore pioneers Thursday, kicks off in the best possible fashion, with impassioned anthem 'Resuscitation of a Dead Man.' This album-opener delivers a shot of abrasive noise, threaded through with long, grinding chords and black-hearted synths.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10389/ | 384 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Revenge of The Psychotronic Man Vs. The Fractions
'Revenge of The Psychotronic Man Vs. The Fractions' is the second release from Manchester-based TNS Records, and serves as a great introduction to two underground punk bands.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10365/ | 344 hits
'Revenge of The Psychotronic Man Vs. The Fractions' is the second release from Manchester-based TNS Records, and serves as a great introduction to two underground punk bands.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10365/ | 344 hits
CD Review: White Boys For Gay Jesus - White Boys For Brothel Med Clinics
With a name like that, and songs titles such as 'File To Fuck' and 'Pussy Cake' White Boys For Gay Jesus seem set to be a deliberately annoying, deliberately offensive band with Bloodhound Gang style tongue-in-cheek lyrics.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10366/ | 1,055 hits
With a name like that, and songs titles such as 'File To Fuck' and 'Pussy Cake' White Boys For Gay Jesus seem set to be a deliberately annoying, deliberately offensive band with Bloodhound Gang style tongue-in-cheek lyrics.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10366/ | 1,055 hits
Live Review: Yannick + The Campfires + The Seagulls + Little Victories
At least once a week, 'The Library' pub based in Leeds plays host to the music event known as the '360 Club'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17480/ | 365 hits
At least once a week, 'The Library' pub based in Leeds plays host to the music event known as the '360 Club'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/17480/ | 365 hits
CD Review: Fake Problems - It's Great To Be Alive
'It's Great To Be Alive,' the third album from Florida's Fake Problems, is so sublimely happy, that it'll leave you agreeing with the album title wholeheartedly.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10569/ | 431 hits
'It's Great To Be Alive,' the third album from Florida's Fake Problems, is so sublimely happy, that it'll leave you agreeing with the album title wholeheartedly.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10569/ | 431 hits
Live Review: Imogen Heap + Tim Exile + Back Ted N-Ted
The venue is practically packed out by the first support act, Back Ted N-Ted, who casts a lonely figure on the stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12385/ | 914 hits
The venue is practically packed out by the first support act, Back Ted N-Ted, who casts a lonely figure on the stage.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12385/ | 914 hits
Band Profile: Lorien
There are five artists using the name "Lorien". The first, is a metal band from Spain, formed in 1996.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4843/ | 267 hits
There are five artists using the name "Lorien". The first, is a metal band from Spain, formed in 1996.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4843/ | 267 hits
Live Review: AntiProduct + The Scaramanga Six + Mr Shiraz + Phluid
Sex, Drugs, Profanity, Leaping, Stripping, Heckling, Moshing, Exploding Equipment, Biting the heads off bats...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2945/ | 793 hits
Sex, Drugs, Profanity, Leaping, Stripping, Heckling, Moshing, Exploding Equipment, Biting the heads off bats...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2945/ | 793 hits
CD Review: Badly Drawn Boy - Have You Fed the Fish
Badly Drawn Boy's "Have You Fed the Fish" (AKA All Possibilities) is a recording project devoted to two questions: "who is Damon Gough?", and "how can he survive as an aspiring artist in 2002?".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/461/ | 545 hits
Badly Drawn Boy's "Have You Fed the Fish" (AKA All Possibilities) is a recording project devoted to two questions: "who is Damon Gough?", and "how can he survive as an aspiring artist in 2002?".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/461/ | 545 hits
Live Review: Cliquant + Asking Dan + Sarajevo
I've never really been a fan of 'Battle of the Bands'. The combination of short sets, often dodgy sound and unfair or reckless judging doesn't suggest the ingredients for a great gig.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10623/ | 552 hits
I've never really been a fan of 'Battle of the Bands'. The combination of short sets, often dodgy sound and unfair or reckless judging doesn't suggest the ingredients for a great gig.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10623/ | 552 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/ | 586 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/ | 586 hits
CD Review: Alestorm - Black Sails At Midnight
'Black Sails At Midnight' is one of those rare albums that'll leave you wondering "why has no-one tried this before?" Scottish four piece Alestorm take the gimmicky-but-actually-pretty-fun battle metal formula popularised by European metal bands such as Turisas, and replace references to Odin and Vikings with tales of quests, treasure and wenches.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10742/ | 2,055 hits
'Black Sails At Midnight' is one of those rare albums that'll leave you wondering "why has no-one tried this before?" Scottish four piece Alestorm take the gimmicky-but-actually-pretty-fun battle metal formula popularised by European metal bands such as Turisas, and replace references to Odin and Vikings with tales of quests, treasure and wenches.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10742/ | 2,055 hits
CD Review: The Hostiles - Always Looking Forward
'Always Looking Forward' is a hit and miss affair; the times when The Hostiles' riotous blend of ska, punk and cartoonish vocals doesn't quite fit together right, easily outnumber the times when it does.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11402/ | 620 hits
'Always Looking Forward' is a hit and miss affair; the times when The Hostiles' riotous blend of ska, punk and cartoonish vocals doesn't quite fit together right, easily outnumber the times when it does.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11402/ | 620 hits
Live Review: Hopesfall + Nora + A Destructive Issue + Shot By Both Sides
Before I start I'd just like to say that I've eaten the nicest tea I've had in ages tonight. It was a stir-fry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3004/ | 1,110 hits
Before I start I'd just like to say that I've eaten the nicest tea I've had in ages tonight. It was a stir-fry.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3004/ | 1,110 hits
CD Review: Cardiacs - Concerts Vol I & II
I give you fair warning. I am about to break the ancient, time-honoured and globally respected code of the International Covenant of Authors, Note-Takers, Writers, Reviewers, Interviewers, Talkers and Editors (or ICANTWRITE for short) covering the critique of musical releases and/or performances on precisely 2 counts. In fact one of these has already been broken. So apologies if this warning comes too late in the day and has already caused you unnecessary distress.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6107/ | 646 hits
I give you fair warning. I am about to break the ancient, time-honoured and globally respected code of the International Covenant of Authors, Note-Takers, Writers, Reviewers, Interviewers, Talkers and Editors (or ICANTWRITE for short) covering the critique of musical releases and/or performances on precisely 2 counts. In fact one of these has already been broken. So apologies if this warning comes too late in the day and has already caused you unnecessary distress.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6107/ | 646 hits
