Leeds band Talkboy have unveiled their fourth single 'Wasting Time'. A sparkling offering of summertime indie and jangle pop, the song touches on the idea of enjoying one's time as a youth, yet still remembering that the future as an adult is right around the corner. Stacked with catchy melodies, the track follows the band's previous cut 'Someone Else For You'. 'Wasting Time' is out now via Come Play With Me / LAB Records.
Leeds-based artist Tallsaint has shared her new single 'Warm Skin'. A bubbling and spirited piece of pop, the tropical production is utterly warming as Tallsaint's gorgeous vocals skate on top of steel-esque bass synths, shimmering effects and a pulsing bass line. A blanketed layering of feel-good vibes, the song is taken from Tallsaint's debut EP 'Hard Love' which is out now via Dance to The Radio.
Leeds band Talkboy follow-up their debut single 'Mother' with a second offering entitled 'Over & Under'. Upping the levels with a mountainous and energetic blast of blissful indie rock, the song is stadium performance ready, with the band executing a high level of slickness, spawning one killer single.
Leeds band Dead Naked Hippies continue to roll out tracks, this time with their latest cut 'Young Male Rage'. Using a palette of fiery punk and alternative, singer Lucy Jowett's punching vocal delivery is backed by raging guitar riffs and rapid drumming as the band touches on the topic of gender. The track can be purchased as a split 7' single along with No Fixed Identity's '123 Come Play With Me' via the Come Play With Me imprint.
A couple months back Leeds band Party Hardly shared their single 'Terry Shure', which is taken from their upcoming debut EP 'Cycle Of Life'. The group now tackles the topic of gender with their latest track 'Football'. Produced by MJ of Hookworms, the lush and bubbling etching of alternative is glazed with a layering of pop that is a feel-good listen whilst delving into a serious topic.
Leeds art-punk band Dead Naked Hippies have shared the video for their blazing single 'Rare'. Directed by James Arden, the band perform the energetic track amidst red animated effects by Alice Backham.
Discussing the song, DNH singer Lucy Jowett said:
"It is a song about self love. I think we're quick to judge the term & deem it laughable or irrelevant in fear of being arrogant, or weird. But if you take a hard look at the society we live in, it's clear to see why so many people struggle to feel content in their own minds and their own bodies.
Leeds band Dead Naked Hippies return with their latest single entitled 'Rare'. Fusing in your face punk with a sharp alternative styling, singer Lucy Jowett delivers a fierce vocal performance among lashing guitar strikes and swinging drumming, with the track still offering a spacious opening for breathing room.
Leeds band Menace Beach are scheduled to release their new LP 'Black Rainbow Sound' on August 31st via Memphis Industries. The pair have also shared a new song titled 'Satellite', which is featured on the forthcoming album. Using fuzzy analogue synths as the leading point to the electronic / no wave tune, there is a particular alchemy in the production, bridging a late 70s - early 80s sound with the now. Have a listen.
Having carved out their lane in the Yorkshire scene, Leeds band Talkboy have shared their official debut single 'Mother'. Hitting the target directly in the middle, the lively tune is a grand and festive explosion of indie pop that glistens with pop melodies and stadium size instrumentation yet retains a whimsical charm that is utterly refreshing. 'Mother' is produced by Alex Greaves. Have a listen.
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.
