Back in 2018 Bristol band IDLES released one of the best albums of that year with their critically-acclaimed LP 'Joy as an Act of Resistance'. Combining the sounds of punk, post-punk, noise and more, the group challenged the standard ideas of masculinity, promoted self-love and dealt with issues revolving around immigration.
Berlin-based artist Aime Simone has unveiled the video for his latest track 'Everything's Changing', with the single taken from his forthcoming EP 'Say Yes, Say No'. Filmed during the pandemic lockdown, the black and white visuals feature a closeup shot of Aime Simone as he performs the track.
Hailing from Newcastle is the exciting band PAVE THE JUNGLE. Formed last year by frontwoman Rachael Whittle, the group's expansive sound is a fusion of thunderous alternative, post-punk and even bits of light sludge.
Paris-based duo Nadeah & Beki have shared a new post-punk remix of their song 'Ou Est Tu?', courtesy of none other than Nouvelle Vague's Marc Collin. A high-pulse offering, the song is built on a crunching bass line, stabbing synths and racing drum programming.
Manchester band PINS have released their third album 'Hot Slick'. Comprised of ten songs in total, the record finds the trio expanding their sound beyond their earlier post-punk roots, incorporating electro, dance and indie pop rhythms. The new work follows their 2015 album 'Wild Nights'. Although a 5 year gap, PINS dropped a slew of singles including 'Aggrophobe' featuring Iggy Pop, 'Bad Thing' and 'Serve The Rich'.
Hull band Life have unveiled a new remix of their track 'Switching On' courtesy of guitarist Mark Bowen of IDLES. Sonically bold and intense, Bowen pulls from an industrial blueprint, incorporating sinister guitar riffs, lashing snares, distortion and more. Like a musical attack directly from the front line, the groundwork of the original version is firmly embedded in the rework.
Manchester band PINS have unveiled the video to their single 'Hot Slick', the title track to their forthcoming LP, out May 29th via Haus of Pins. Filmed by Joe Sheridan, James Sutton and Leanda Heler, the trio are shown hanging out in a swimming pool in certain clips, whilst looking incredibly stylish at a club in others.
Aside from having one of the top EPs of 2019 with 'Town Centre', in 2020 Brighton band Squid released their grooving single 'Sludge'. Refusing to slow down the momentum, they now bring forth their latest track titled 'Broadcaster'. Once again proving that musically they are one of the most diverse bands out today, Squid delve into the realms of psychedelic and synthwave, as a sequenced synth line lay atop spacey layers. There is also an element of drone incorporated into the production which flows without drums. Another killer offering, the track is taken from their 'Sludge/Broadcaster' pack, which will also land on vinyl via Warp Records on June 26th.
Jehnny Beth's highly anticipated solo album 'To Love Is To Live' will get released on June 12th. Having dropped a number of killer singles, she now unveils the video for her recent song 'Heroine'. Shot and directed by Jehnny Beth and Johnny Hostile, the dark and haunting visuals are feature Beth with black pupils in some clips whilst shots of her performing in a subway station are also interwoven with childhood videos. Filmed during the current global lockdown, you can watch 'Heroine' down below.
It's always exciting to hear bands coming out of Manchester as the talent level has been high for decades. Making their debut with an exciting record titled 'Mannequin' is The Red Stains. Stepping up with a lovely taste of post-punk, their sound is steeped in golden age classicism delivered with their own fresh lacing. With a go for it attitude the band embodies the true spirit of what punk and post-punk is supposed to be.
