Northern Gentleman - Blitz Vega
Blitz Vega release album Northern Gentleman, a fitting tribute to band member Andy Rourke who sadly passed last year as the record neared completion. "A celebration of life and legacy, blending rock, electronic, and sci-fi twists into an album that feels both reflective and forward-looking. Though Rourke’s passing in May 2023 was a significant loss, this album serves as a testament to his enduring talent and creative partnership with Kav Sandhu".
"A monumental album; this is a remarkably special listen, and a perfect homage to both Andy Rourke and Kav Sandhu. With notes of both established artists’ signature sounds beaming throughout,...anthemic, raw, and emotion-filled"
Native Harrow - Divided Kind
Divided Kind is another powerfully engaging offering from Native Harrow, a folk-soul-rock sound that still explores their love of RnB, jazz, country, and farther-flung inspirations.
In the words of Bernard Zuel "Divided Kind is Native Harrow finding new ways for familiar routes in "country/soul & moody rootsiness, groove-based rhythms & church-based ballads, laidback pop with a Pacific view & the faint shimmer of something psychedelic". You know, the good stuff.
Lost Myself with Blitz Vega
Blitz Vega release new single ‘Lost Myself’, a song which perfectly encapsulates the whirlwind of emotions that have emerged from the Blitz Vega story. Its verses possess a taut intensity, with Kav’s hushed vocals expressing the full vulnerability of the lyrics. But then the song takes flight into its hook, with sorrowful strings and gospel-tinged vocal harmonies supporting the raw feeling of th words. The track’s climactic guitar solo takes it somewhere else entirely, evoking the catharsis of beginning to come to terms with such a loss.
Native Harrow on Borrowed Time
Prior to the release of their forthcoming album Divided Kind on September 13th, Native Harrow release the tracks‘Borrowing Time’ and ‘Follow Me Round’.
Continuing their magic of nostalgic hazy rock, ‘Follow Me Round’ is desert-tinged offering that shines with blossoming vocals and tender instrumentation. There are Fleetwood Mac vibes in the track that is a reminder of the days when the quality of music reigned. Native Harrow are surely purveyors of the that indeed. Have a listen.
Introducing Surf Video
Introducing Surf Video a power trio that began playing together in 2023. On bass & vocals Grant Sutton, on drums Steven Koontz, and Rob Bochnik on guitar & vocals. Self titled 'Surf Video' is their debut album recorded in Rob's basement Studio Shushpaw.
Blitz Vega go to Love City
Blitz Vega, the project of the late Andy Rourke and Kav Sandhu, second single 'Love City' from their upcoming album 'Northern Gentlemen' (Sept24), following first release 'Disconnected'. As Rourke’s posthumous album, Northern Gentlemen is a bittersweet celebration of the impact he had on the music world.
Native Harrow are Goin’ Nowhere
Single 'Goin’ Nowhere', from Album 'Divided Kind' (Sept24), shows the duo’s mastery and dynamism, a bluesy indie rock vibe. Blending intricate genres from stylish blues and funk to light rock and country atmospheres, the band’s versatility shines through.
Blue Violet put on their Boogie Shoes
Blue Violet’s latest single, ‘Boogie Shoes’, is a gritty yet vibrant anthem that encapsulates the essence of their upcoming album, ‘Faux Animaux‘. With a sound reminiscent of Queens Of The Stone Age infused with St. Vincent’s eclectic style.
Nipped & Tucked with Simon Shackleton
Simon Shackleton releases brand new compilation ‘Nipped & Tucked’. It's a deep dive into Simon's musical vaults where he revisits some of his favorite tracks, and includes a few unreleased ones.
The first volume, released on 14 March, features ten of his favourite Elite Force tracks from over the years. It also includes the debut of Seven Day Weekend —imagine the energy of Blur’s ‘Song 2’ mixed with savage breakbeat power.
The Highway
Tim Styles releases his album The Highway on January 1st, 2024. Available on all streaming platforms.
Recorded with the amazing Kenny Riley at riograndestudios in Albuquerque, NM, the album is a collection of true road songs. Each one was written on the way to somewhere. In hotel rooms and parking lots, in back-alleys and corner booths.
A Heightened Sense of Everything
Jon Allen's latest album 'A Heightened Sense of Everything' was released on August 25
Stand and Fight
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