New Music Monday: '24 Hour Deflowerer' by My Life Story

Formed in the 1990’s, My Life Story is a British indie pop band commonly associated with the Britpop era. To give you some understanding of their success, the band have notched up six Top 40 hits in their time together.

But today we’re talking about their first single release in sixteen years – ’24 Hour Deflowerer’.

The bass line and strong synth presence is the first thing that hits you at the start of the track along with what sound like bongo type drums and shakers (that might just be my hearing!).

New Music Monday: 'Sparks' EP - The Tin Pigeons

The Tin Pigeons are an indie folk four piece from Rutland, UK.

Today we'll be talking about their most recent EP, 'Sparks'.

Title track 'Sparks' kicks off the EP with mystical sounds bursting into rhythmic percussion.

'Sparks' has a great groove, defined by a strong pulsing bass drum and bright guitar tones. This creates a summer vibe to the track.

A laid back, warm toned vocal is showcased from the beginning of the song with care free lyrics.

Personally, The Tin Pigeons sound reminds me of bands like Bombay Bicycle Club and Model Aeroplanes, but with their own unique spin added.

IN PICTURES: ASYLUMS GIG

Three word gig summary: Sweaty, Manic, Distortion.

Support From: Stealing Signs and Blackwaters

Stealing Signs

Blackwaters

Asylums

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Until next time...

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New Music Monday: 'Spilt Milk' EP - Critics

According to social media, Critics are an upcoming 'Dirt-Pop' band based in London, UK. In practice, I'd say they're bordering on alternative/pop.

Today we're going to talk about Critics debut five track EP 'Spilt Milk'.

Having released some songs via YouTube already, I thought I knew what to expect from 'Spilt Milk'. I was wrong. The direction of the EP is slightly different from the primarily pop/rock sound I was expecting. This is not necessarily a bad thing.

Kicking off the EP is 'All I Wanna Know' with the smash of drums, pulsing roar of guitars and synths. After a while the vocal seemingly creeps in with a slightly intriguing whispered tone.

TBT: 'Zero Gravity' by Echoman

Do you know this song?

Some of you may recognise it when you hear it due to the fact that 'Zero Gravity' and its insane bass line has been used in a well known car advert in the UK.

I thought I'd talk about it today as it's something a little bit different from the typically more rock orientated tracks we talk about here. 

Released in 2013, 'Zero Gravity' is a dance-pop track with an infectious hook.

'When I'm with you - zero gravity.'

New Music Monday: Busted 'On What You're On'

Busted are back.

For those who don't know, Busted originally formed in 2000, took a break in 2005 and have recently reformed - much to the excitement of fans. Busted are; Charlie Simpson, James Bourne and Matt Willis.

Today we'll be talking about their most recent release - 'On What You're On'.

Initial reaction: This is different.

TBT: Mayday Parade 'Save Your Heart'

Mayday Parade are a pop/punk/rock band from the USA. Today I thought I'd talk a bit about one of the first Mayday Parade songs I heard - 'Save Your Heart', released in 2010 on their album 'Anywhere But Here'.

The track uses typical pop punk instrumentation, electric guitars with catchy riffs and an explosive drum kit to create an emotion charged anthem.

Starting off with a wall of sound composed of the previously mentioned catchy guitar riffs and strong drums, the track settles down slightly when the gritty vocal enters.  

New Music Monday: Neil and Adam

Today we have something a little different.

Neil and Adam are a country duo from St Louis. Although their sound isn't something that I would typically listen to, I can appreciate the well crafted lyrics and snippets of catchy guitar melodies they have created.

I'm going to talk about a few of their songs including 'Leave This Town' and 'Everything Is Alright'.

Although the vocal may not be the best, most polished I've heard, it adds a personal quality to the songs and, to me, makes it feel as though you are listening in on a private band jam.

One of the duo's first songs I listened to was 'Leave This Town (Acoustic)'. It features, as you probably guessed, an acoustic guitar as the main foundation of the track.

This element is kept in the 'normal' demo version of the track where it is also accompanied by organs, pianos and electric guitars. Personally, I prefer the acoustic version due to its personal feel.