Alcopop! Records are all set for their 100th release, which in itself is enough reason for celebration, but the fact that the release will be Len’s seminal pop classic ‘Steal My Sunshine’ is sure to raise a smile for anyone who’s ever bought a record from the label with the tagline ‘Fuckin’ Indie’. Over the…
Yes, we’re joining in with the fun and games of the best of 2013 –and we’re starting with some of the EPs that have soundtracked our year, in no particular order… Superman Revenge Squad Band – There’s Nothing More Frightening Than the Passing of Time Heartfelt lyrics with self-depreciating humour made this mini-album one to…
Saturday As everyone awoke on an increasingly hot and sticky Saturday morning, it quickly became apparent that shade was going to be at a premium. One tree next to the Cave must have seen a significant proportion of the site eat breakfast and share stories from the night before. This need for shade meant that…
2012’s 2000 Trees festival saw the Gloucestershire event suffer from a deluge of rain and mud. Mud that appeared to move of its own accord and have a life of its own. This year, as the weekend drew ever closer, Britain found itself in the midst of searing heat – could Upcote Farm be treated…
As we slowly but surely head towards summer, the festival season opens down on the south coast with the Great Escape. An industry showcase which finds bands from all across the world playing in a series of venues across Brighton, many of which don’t normally play host to live music, it’s known as Europe’s answer…
So, I go away for a couple of weeks and come back to so many awesome new songs. Here’s just a few of the videos I’ve enjoyed over the last few weeks. Olympians – Filling My Heart With Weird Dreams Gunning For Tamar – Another Season The Brilliantly Simple – Find A Way
Oxford boys Gunning For Tamar make a welcome return with their latest EP ‘Camera Lucida’. After the success of last year’s ‘Time Trophies’ EP, released as a stylish orange watch, and the very popular free download ‘Dark Sky Tourism’, it’s clear the four-piece are beaming with confidence and creativity and they are not scared of…
Spectral Nights - alternative music, indie music, music reviews, new music, music blog 