Asobi Seksu

Merry Christmas (I Don't Want To Fight Tonight) / New Years

Japanese/New York act Asobi Seksu get in on the act of the season of good will with a fairly spirited indie-punk pop take on The Ramones’ Merry Christmas’ more… “Asobi Seksu”

Damn Shames

Fear of Assault / Last Things

When the Damn Shames started out, they had a drummer. Now they don’t. And this seems to have resulted in a magical transformation from endearingly sloppy, shuffly indie more… “Damn Shames”

Field Music

She Can Do What She Wants / Sit Tighter

A good start on ‘She Can Do What She Wants’ – interesting use of strings, unusual rhythm for a wee indie pop song, and passionate, convincing vocals, complete with a bit of harmonising. more… “Field Music”

Sam Issac

Sideways

Everyone’s at the singer-songwriter game right now it seems. The 20 year old Sam Issac has got a lot going for himself, coming to the end of a busy year which has involved many festivals, tour supports and a split 10” with Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly’s Luke Leighfield back in April. more… “Sam Issac”

Chris T-T

This Gun Is Not A Gun

Chris T-T is one of the best British songwriters of the last 10 years and it seems that he is finally about to get some recognition as his sound has evolved over the years from folk-punk troubadour like a younger Billy Bragg, to a much more rock sound. more… “Chris T-T”

Mirrorview

Forty Eight Days

This 5-track EP, which was sold on their recent UK tour, serves as a demo for the band’s debut album, which will be released in February 2008. more… “Mirrorview”

The Past

Won’t Take No For An Answer

Debut single ‘Won’t Take No For An Answer’ is a straight out of the 70’s Blues-rock track. Clearly influenced by the likes of Aerosmith and Led Zep, this one really takes you back. With great riffs and excellent rock vocals this is certainly worth a listen.

The B-side ‘Out of Nowhere’ is slower and even bluesier. It reminded me of the Black Crowes and is a decent song, although not quite up to the high tempo rock of the lead track.