All posts tagged: alternative

Stream Tricot’s Rocking ‘Melon Soda’

Post-punk/alt band Tricot have been rocking steady for seven years now. Hailing from Kyoto, the trio released their debut album 'T H E' back in 2013, followed by their sophomore effort 'A N D' in 2015. Now signed to Big Scary Monsters Records, Tricot will drop their third album titled '3' on May 19th. To warm everyone up for the forthcoming release, the lovely ladies have shared their new single 'Melon Soda'. A catchy taste of melodic punk and garage rock, Tricot continue to sing in their native Japanese, adding their own imprint and style to the sound. Check it out.

Listen to Matthew and Me’s ‘Every Day’

Dropping a number excellent songs over the past two years including their 2016 EP 'Startpoint', South Devon group Matthew and Me make their return with a new track titled 'Every Day'. The melodic and utterly ear-catching tune is stacked on a solid foundation of ethereal production of ambient electronica and alternative whilst the vocals complete woo the listener. A more than strong return for the pair, 'Every Day' will have you instantly hooked. Have a listen.

EMA Shares Her Powerful Single ‘Aryan Nation’

Never one to shy away from important political or sociological topics, Portland-based artist Erika M. Anderson aka EMA makes her return with another slice of commentary with her new track 'Aryan Nation'. Placing a spotlight on places in Middle America where anger towards others has been manifested through hard times resulting in a twisted form of patriotism, the song is taken from EMA's forthcoming LP 'Exile In The Outer Ring', out August 25 via City Slang Records. Below is a lyric video of the track which was created by Aaron Anderson and Eric Timothy Carlson.

Desperate Journalist ‘Be Kind’ Video

With their album 'Grow Up' out March 24th, North London band Desperate Journalist have shared their video for the song 'Be Kind'. Directed by Jason Weidner, warm tones of the group performing the track on stage is the basis, which technically is all you need for such a fantastic track.

Stream Sweet Spirit’s ‘The Power’

There is the assumption that nice people tend to finish last. Well after listening to Sweet Spirit's 'The Power', there may actually be something to that. Taken from the Austin band's forthcoming album 'St. Mojo', Sabrina Ellis sings of doing all of the 'bad' things in school yet not only had more fun than the good girl but also garnished attention at her graduation. Now this may not be a template that many parents would encourage their kids to follow throughout their school years, but aside from probably having more of a blast than we could ever have, Ellis and Sweet Spirit have also rovided a rocking soundtrack to the experience.

Stream False Heads’ ‘Gutter Press’ EP

When Iggy Pop cites you as a band that he loves, then you know you're doing something incredibly special. East London-based trio False Heads have not only been wowing the likes of music legends but have also gained a wave of praises among the press throughout the UK and abroad. Signed to Gary Powell's 25 Hour Convenience Store label, the trio have released their new 'Gutter Press' EP. Consisting of five songs in total, False Heads find interesting wiggle room between classic punk and gritty indie. Energetic and bold, the EP is a sharp stabbing cut of rock and roll at its most potent.