Slung – Fire To Burn
Release Date: 7th November 2024
There’s a new name that you need to learn and learn it quickly. Slung are about to embark one a massive rise, without doubt and track number two from the British band, ‘Fire To Burn’ shows why. There’s a slow but powerful energy that runs through the track, enhanced massively by sensational vocals that worm their way right to the soul. two tracks in and already this good. The future is very bright here.
Dirty Blonde – Northern Twang
Release Date: 7th November 2024
There’s a catchiness on ‘Northern Twang’ that hides how impressive it is that Dirty Blonde are a two-piece making one hell of a sound. From the very start you’re feel yourself being drawn in, the temptation to have a little boogie proving slightly too much to pass up. This is going to go hard when played live.
Citizend – Down
Release Date: 7th November 2024
There’s a desperate tone to ‘Down’ from Citizend, an ominous feeling to the slow, stomping drums and tired, weary vocals. From the very beginning it is clear that a picture is being drawn with words. This Swedish pair feel unique but with strong nods to Nick Cave and Nine Inch Nails. Not sure this is fun, but it’s certainly a rewarding listen.
Casino Havana – Black and White Love
Release Date: 14th November 2024
Indie-grunge from British rockers Casino Havana sees ‘Black and White Love’ begin deceivingly sounding akin to Nirvana’s version of ‘Where Did You Sleep Last Night?’. From there the track expands massively, heartfelt vocals are easy to be drawn into and a it’s there that you’re cushioned by expansive guitars. The sort of song that will hold your attention close.
Comastatic – Self Sabotage (feat. Down And Out)
Release Date: 6th November 2024
Raw and powerful, ‘Self Sabotage’ is the latest single from Comastatic, an alt-rock band that grow into their sound more and more with each each passing single. There’s little doubt that the modern sound, emotional lyrics and clean performance is going to see something impressive. Good luck holding onto your drink when this starts you bouncing away.
KOYO – Stoneman
Release Date: 1st November 2024
No, that’s not Jaws. It’s the opening of ‘Stoneman’, the latest track from KOYO, a British modern take on pschedelic rock. Fuzziness at the heart with vocals that are reminscent of some of the biggest names in rock through the 70s and 80s. Funky bass, catchy drums and sensational vocals. What more could you want?!
Echostream – Paralyse
Release Date: 13th September 2024
A fun debut from a new British nu-metal inspired band sees ‘Paralyse’ from London-based Echostream provide a delicious teaser of what is to come in 2025. With enough groove to pull anyone in, you’ll be wanting to sing along straight away. We’re excited to see what these potential new riff-masters come up with going forwards.
