The ‘A’ Train
Black and White Memories
Pleasantly retro, The ‘A’ Train’s music recalls the greats of sunny sixties pop and it sounds like they have spent a lot of time listening to old vinyls of The Beatles and The Kinks. more… “The ‘A’ Train”
Sixty Watt Bayonets
Pounding Hearts, Fighting Words
I haven’t yet decided whether a few more listens to the Berkshire foursome’s seven track EP will make me like it or make me want to scream. But that’s punk for you, or at least that’s what they are trying to do which is sort of my point. more… “Sixty Watt Bayonets”
Fanfarlo
Drowning Men / Sand and Ice
self-released
Despite the decidedly aching lyrics Simon Balthazar’s voice maintains an uplifting spirit, which is strange given the tortured, soulful singing, laced with melancholy. more… “Fanfarlo”
Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival
Beauly
Fri 7th / Sat 8th August
Crumbling Italian gardens in the heart of the Highlands, serene woodlands, acres of farmland with outhouses falling to pieces – a truly romantic setting for the altogether unique Tartan Heart Festival. more… “Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival”
Sarahjane Swan
I Am Just The Past
Shark Batter
A new signing to Scotland’s Shark Batter Records, Border’s songwriter Sarahjane’s single ‘I Am Just The Past’ is a quirky offering with vocals similar to Natalie Imbruglia’s 90s offerings. more… “Sarahjane Swan”
Louise Against the Elements
EP
Louise Henry’s soulful vocals and the Glasgow group’s clear desire to make listeners do some retro grooving are evident throughout their songs. more… “Louise Against the Elements”
Astrid Williamson
Here Come The Vikings
One Little Indian
From the opening track ‘Storm’ a sultry and haunting voice lures you in, the songs with depth, confidence and electric guitar. more… “Astrid Williamson”
Kizzy Star
Out of Control
Flowers in the Dustbin
Having spent the past couple years writing and recording, Kizzy Star are ready to unleash their latest handiwork with their debut single ‘Out of Control’. more… “Kizzy Star”
Rockness 2009 #2
Dores, by Inverness
June 12th - 14th
Another year, another Rockness festival overlooking the world famous Loch Ness. more… “Rockness 2009 #2”
Camera Obscura / Attic Lights with Cairn String Quartet
Glasgow Barrowland
Sunday 26th April
The crowd at the Barras were treated to an indie-pop spectacular with not one but two of Glasgow’s most talented bands gracing the ballroom stage for a night of feel good harmonies and top quality music. more… “Camera Obscura / Attic Lights with Cairn String Quartet”