All posts tagged: alternative

She Makes War Shares Her Alt-Rock Cut ‘Devastate Me’

Bristol musician, producer and singer Laura Kidd aka She Makes War has shared her new track 'Devastate Me'. The song is taken from her forthcoming LP 'Brace For Impact', which is out September 28th. Delivering a slice of social commentary which addresses the effects of social media and our internet presence in general, the tune is backed by streaking guitar riffs and thundering drumming, adding more punch to the impact.

ColoRising Interview with Cajsa Siik

There is a soul-stirring magic to the music of Swedish singer Cajsa Siik. However, after releasing organically rich soundscapes for the past six years, with her critically acclaimed third album 'Domino' having dropped in 2017, she began to feel a block inside, coming to odds with the ideas that she wanted to convey, all the while feeling silenced by surrounding noise. Whilst fans have always been immersed in her poetic delivery, Siik began struggling to write. Although this can be an utter nightmare for most artists, she did what many would be afraid to do - simply submit to silence. Within that quietness and stillness, she swam deeper in her thoughts, almost re-examining the person she used to be and the person she is now, creating a meeting ground for the two.

Demi Mitchell’s ‘Fiction From Fact’ is Infectious

Newcastle singer Demi Mitchell made her debut a few months back with the track "Medicine Woman' with her second single 'Man Of My Mind' following shortly after. With her album 'The Overflow' in the works, Mitchell unveils her third song titled 'Fiction From Fact'. Crafting a lush concoction of of hazy indie rock and desert-style Americana, topped with an alt-country layering, stylistically the rising artist is bringing an undeniable cool factor that treads between classicism and modern chic. Have a listen.

Listen to Gaffa Tape Sandy’s ‘Meat Head’

Bury St. Edmunds band Gaffa Tape Sandy address issues revolving around issues around sexual assault and more in their latest single 'Meat Head'. Inflicting a high lashing spike of garage rock and alternative, the trio combines an impacting sound to coincide with one of the high-important topics of today.

ColoRising Interview with Cajsa Siik

There is a soul-stirring magic to the music of Swedish singer Cajsa Siik. However, after releasing organically rich soundscapes for the past six years, with her critically acclaimed third album 'Domino' having dropped in 2017, she began to feel a block inside, coming to odds with the ideas that she wanted to convey, all the while feeling silenced by surrounding noise. Whilst fans have always been immersed in her poetic delivery, Siik began struggling to write. Although this can be an utter nightmare for most artists, she did what many would be afraid to do - simply submit to silence. Within that quietness and stillness, she swam deeper in her thoughts, almost re-examining the person she used to be and the person she is now, creating a meeting ground for the two.

Cajsa Siik Interview

There is a soul-stirring magic to the music of Swedish singer Cajsa Siik. However, after releasing organically rich soundscapes for the past six years, with her critically acclaimed third album 'Domino' having dropped in 2017, she began to feel a block inside, coming to odds with the ideas that she wanted to convey, all the while feeling silenced by surrounding noise. Whilst fans have always been immersed in her poetic delivery, Siik began struggling to write. Although this can be an utter nightmare for most artists, she did what many would be afraid to do - simply submit to silence. Within that quietness and stillness, she swam deeper in her thoughts, almost re-examining the person she used to be and the person she is now, creating a meeting ground for the two.

Dead Naked Hippies Share Their Fiery Post-Punk Cut ‘Guillotine’

Having released previous tracks like 'Lights Out' and 'Drain You', Leeds band Dead Naked Hippies make their return in 2018 with their latest post-punk meets alternative offering 'Guillotine'. With guitar change-ups transitioning from a subtle peace to fiery and explosive, the tune is spearheaded by the haunting and spunky vocal performance of singer Lucy Jowett. Currently out now, the track comes ahead of their Sebright Arms show in London, happening on the 21st of June.