Words by Abi Whistance / Pics by Phil Drury (2324 Photography) Pixies have made it pretty clear in recent years that, frankly, they’re getting a little too worn out for the yelps, shrieks and piercing guitars of their adolescence. Settling nicely into Frank Black’s country grooves the band have mellowed in their releases, Beneath the […]
Words by Abi Whistance It feels necessary for this review to come with a cover letter of sorts. When it comes to Pixies, I’m a diehard. In my eyes, Francis can do no wrong. Yet, on receiving a copy of new album Beneath the Eyrie, I knew I needed to put my Surfer Rosa loving, […]
Words by Abi Whistance ‘Tunes that connect with people have always been the main focus.’ – Grant Nicholas, Feeder It’s been a pretty wild ride. With over two decades in the making, Feeder have lived a life long enough to suffer turbulence like you wouldn’t believe; their career tackling the highs and the lows, the […]
Words by Charlie Culverhouse Sam Hollis released his debut album, If Ever, Could You Imagine?, earlier this year and isn’t wasting anytime releasing even more music. His new single, ‘Miranda’ – featuring Harry Price, Lewis Pick and Nep, produced by Hollis and Ego Boy – doesn’t disappoint. ‘Miranda’ follows the same new wave/low-fi jazz genre […]
Interview by Abi Whistance Formed back in 2004, The Twang are a cornerstone of the Midlands’ indie music scene – born, bred and beating their way up the charts before any NME endorsement or wildfire anacronym came to represent bands from the second city. Or Worcester. Known for their somewhat anarchic and raucous live shows, […]
