All posts tagged: post punk

Aime Simone Interview

The Oxford dictionary defines the meaning of the word identity as "who or what somebody/something is". No one understands the importance of identity more than Aime Simone. The Berlin-based artist has defined who he is and what he stands for, refusing to let the past dictate his modern or future existence. Aime Simone's lyrics in his songs are equally external as they are introspective, as he sings of the state of the world whilst playing his part to uplift, yet also opens a window into his personal journey that has led him to where he is now.

ColoRising Interview with Aime Simone

The Oxford dictionary defines the meaning of the word identity as "who or what somebody/something is". No one understands the importance of identity more than Aime Simone. The Berlin-based artist has defined who he is and what he stands for, refusing to let the past dictate his modern or future existence. Aime Simone's lyrics in his songs are equally external as they are introspective, as he sings of the state of the world whilst playing his part to uplift, yet also opens a window into his personal journey that has led him to where he is now.

SPQR Have Released Their New EP ‘No Brain, No Pain’

Liverpool band SPQR have released their latest EP 'No Brain, No Pain' via Nuthin Gud Records. Comprised of four tracks, musically the group delve into experimental alternative, art-rock and punk rhythms whilst the content revolves around feelings of disconnect and separation from reality.

Jehnny Beth ‘Innocence (Live)’ Video

At the moment Jehnny Beth's forthcoming album 'To Love Is To Live' is one of our most anticipated releases of this year. The singer, radio host, author and actress has previously dropped two killer singles, 'I'm The Man' and 'Flowers', both accompanied with amazing videos. She now unveils her third cut titled 'Innocence', which is also attached to a video. Directed by Andreas Neumann, the footage captures Jehnny Beth and the band performing the song live during a rehearsal. Now mind you, it literally looks like a concert.

PINS Have Dropped Their New Single ‘Ghosting’

Manchester band PINS continue to deliver tracks as we patiently wait for their new LP. 'Ghosting' is the trio's latest cut which finds the group delivering stadium-style, sing-a-long choruses over electro-driven production, stacked with 4x4 drumming and fuzzy synth work.

Stream CIEL’s Latest EP ‘Movement’

Brighton-based trio CIEL have released their debut EP 'Movement', which comes at the heels of their recently dropped single 'Same Old Times With U'. Consisting of three tracks, the record is a combination of breezy dream pop and lush indie with subtle hints of creeping post-punk. Produced by Jack Wolter, the songs are composed with gentle instrumentation topped with the breezy vocal work of singer Michelle Hindriks.

Listen to Psychobuildings’ ‘M’lia’

NYC-based band Psychobuildings released their LP 'Love World' back in 2014, which followed their 'Hearts' and self-titled EPs. Since that time they have gone on to pump out a number of fantastic post-punk, new wave and art pop-inspired singles. Psychobuildings have now shared their latest track 'M'lia'. Meshing together 80s pop and early new wave, the tune is built on sensual synth lines and thumping drum kicks which spark a feeling of nostalgia as the lyrics are an ode to the love of that special someone.

Stream Kush K’s ‘MRK’

Hailing from Switzerland is the band Kush K, whose sound is a perfect marriage of hazy indie, post-punk, psychedelic, 60s pop and more. The four-piece will release their new album 'Lotophagi' on April 24th. 'Lotophagi', which translates to Lotus-eaters (the group of island people in which by Ulysses came across during his travels), is a collection of tracks recorded throughout a span of late night sessions, many of the tunes done in single takes.