Parisian trio NIKI NIKI have released their new EP 'Pretty Sunny Funny Walk'. Defying not only musical norms but social norms pertaining to gender and sexuality, the 4-track EP is a succulent taste of art pop, post-punk, electro and more. While many artists suffer from trying to pack such varied styles on one record, NIKI NIKI's classy touch and tasteful delivery make each song not only highly inviting but utterly irresistible. An enticing listen from start to finish, we're hoping that an album will follow sooner than later.
Back in 2017, Los Angeles band French Vanilla released their self-titled debut LP. Musically harking back to late 70s - early 80s post-punk, funk and no wave, their dynamic energy combined with cheeky deliveries made the band quite exciting.
Scotland's Blanck Mass aka Benjamin John Power has announced news regarding his forthcoming fourth LP 'Animated Violence Mild'. Out August 15th on the Sacred Bones imprint, the 8-song record is an intro and outrospective look at not only Power's journey throughout the past year, but also the current state of the world as a whole.
Berlin's Rosa Anschütz is not only a musician but a multimedia artist. Creating moody sounds using both digital and analogue mediums, her tracks are at times haunting, other times gorgeously lush and dreamy.
Already having ties to the theatrical piece Ubu which ran at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London band Famous make a wave of a splash with their new mini-album 'England'. A roller coaster ride of post-punk, new wave and art-pop, krautrock and more, the six-track record is theatre in itself with vocalist Jack Merrett delivering bold performances reminiscent of the likes of Leonard Cohen, Nick Cave and even elements of Mark E. Smith of The Fall. You can also hear influences of David Bowie swirling around 'England'.
Shannon Hemmett is the epitome of what it means to be a multifacted artist. Not only is she a musician and singer in one of the most revered post-punk bands in the scene, ACTORS, but also operating in the field as a creative director, graphic designer, photographer and filmmaker, she has become an industry mainstay. As a painter, her work has sold in multiple countries, and now she can add tattooer to her list of credentials. Factor in her effortless style and what you get is an overall powerhouse who reigns at every discipline.
Shannon Hemmett is the epitome of what it means to be a multifacted artist. Not only is she a musician and singer in one of the most revered post-punk bands in the scene, ACTORS, but also operating in the field as a creative director, graphic designer, photographer and filmmaker, she has become an industry mainstay. As a painter, her work has sold in multiple countries, and now she can add tattooer to her list of credentials. Factor in her effortless style and what you get is an overall powerhouse who reigns at every discipline.
Leeds band Party Hardly have shared their new song 'The Hopskotch Man'. A mellow taste of post-punk and dream pop, the track is sprinkled with breezy guitar riffs, catchy melodies and creative song-writing that harks back to a distinct period in punk where storytelling was key. An infectious handing, you can stream the single below.
Stockholm band Sudakistan have released a monster of a single entitled 'Automation'. A flawless meshing of styles, the outfit blends together everything from alternative to new wave and disco. The upbeat, at times raging production is complimented by saucy vocals. With the lyrical content a sort of call to action of breaking away from that which controls you, 'Automation' is that musical roller coaster ride that you never want to end. The song is taken from 7" release which includes a Spanish cover version of The Stooges' 'I Wanna Be Your Dog'.
Following their previous single release 'The Flip', Norwegian punk band Company Ink make their return with a new cut titled 'Young Milk'. Flurrying post-punk guitar lines with occasional reggae strum switch-ups, coincide with thundering drums and Axel Møller Olsen's bold and in your face rapping/singing delivery. The song is taken from Company Ink's upcoming EP 'Blah Blah', landing this month. Have a listen.
