PALEHOUND SHARES ‘MOLLY’ VIDEO
To celebrate the release Palehound’s UK release of Dry Food on Heavenly Recordings on 4th March, the band has released a new music video for “Molly”. Directed by Lara Jean Gallagher and Brian Kinkley, the video follows the surreal (and slightly tragic) story of EggGuy, and the woman who eventually eats him.“EggGuy was concocted during a late morning brunch mishap,” explains the directing duo. “We wanted to explore the frailty of life, what it means to have consciousness,... Read More
LIVE: LAPSLEY – 05/03/2016
Lapsley – ACADEMY 2, MANCHESTER – Just last year, Holly Lapsley Fletcher was studying for her A-Levels in Southport. Unlike many people her age, she knew exactly what she wanted to do – study Geography at Bristol and go onto work for the National Geographic. She still vows that she may do this. However, at just 17, the electronic artist uploaded a song called ‘Station’ to Soundcloud and it soon got the record labels calling. Lapsley concedes that the attention... Read More
LIVE: THE GUNS N’ ROSES EXPERIENCE – 04/03/2016
The Guns N’ Roses Experience – THE RITZ, MANCHESTER – Whether you agree with it or not, tribute acts can actually be an absolute blast. You’ll never get the personal experience of watching a group on stage who looks, acts and sounds exactly like your favourite big band, stood only 10 feet in front of you for less than the price of an arm and a leg. Well, I had to see what all the fuss was about. With tribute bands becoming more and more popular around... Read More
LIVE: MUGSTAR – 03/03/2016
Mugstar – ISLINGTON MILL, SALFORD – Liverpool-based Mugstar bring their unique brand of psychedelia to the Islington Mill for the launch of their titanic double-album Magnetic Seasons and it is safe to say that they have not disappointed. Mugstar, whose intense work ethic and experimental sound have granted them a wide variety of opportunities (including featuring one of the last ever ‘Peel Sessions’ for the late BBC radio DJ John Peel) since they began in 2003,... Read More
The Silent Radio Show 05/03/2016 with Gideon Conn
This week we were joined by the wonderful Gideon Conn. As well as his outstanding music we chatted about tips (rubbish tips, not musical tips), his artwork, breakfasts and air fresheners. Quite possibly our favourite interviewee so far. Plus, we feature acts selected from our hand-picked gig guide and also those hitting the Silent Radio headlines. This is our weekly audible version of the North’s best independent music website, SilentRadio.co.uk. The Silent Radio Show –... Read More
LIVE: JAMIE WOON – 03/03/2016
Jamie Woon – GORILLA, MANCHESTER – Here’s a little list of things that are widely considered to be smooth: glass; mirrors; velvet; caramel; baby’s bottoms; Jamie Woon. Seriously, the dude is smooth AF. Tonight, in Manchester’s brilliant Gorilla, Woon seduces the crowd with his unbelievably soulful, funky RnB, and we are all, collectively, both a little bit in love with him and right in the palm of his (probably) smooth hands. The set up is simple: Woon with his... Read More
LIVE: MAN MADE – 02/03/2016
Man Made – NIGHT & DAY CAFE, MANCHESTER – The simplistic red fairy lights strung up along the walls of the cosy Night and Day Café make the perfect setting for tonight’s intimate affair. All of the proceedings from tonight are split and donated to charities close to the heart of current events. The first charity is Manchester to Calais and the second is Save the Children, who are both helping with the refugee situation abroad. Living in the shadow of his father... Read More
WHO ARE YA? GUERILLA TOSS
From time to time, one of our contributors will recommend an artist/band they think deserves your attention. No record labels, PR companies, bands or band’s management will ever have made these recommendations. It is simply one music fan putting their taste on the line in the hope of sharing good music. The questions are intended to give just a basic introduction to possibly your new favourite artist/band. So without further ado, let’s crack on with another introduction,... Read More
CATE LE BON ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ‘CRAB DAY’
CATE LE BON will release her fourth album Crab Day on 15th April via Turnstile on CD and download. In the US the album will be released via Drag City. Recorded at Panoramic House studio, West Marin, California last spring, Crab Day was produced by Noah Georgson and Josiah Steinbrick. According to Cate: “Crab Day was lovingly formed in the mouth of the Pacific Ocean, as it quietly mocked us with its magnitude. It’s the sound of the ‘accidentally on purpose’ coming together... Read More
SHONEN KNIFE ANNOUCE NEW LP & UK TOUR
Shonen Knife Japanese cult pop punk trio Shonen Knife celebrate their 35th Anniversary this year with a brand new album Adventure (out on 1 April via Damnably). They will be hitting the road for their most extensive UK and Eire tour in April, which includes a gig at The Ruby Lounge in Manchester Formed in Osaka by guitarist and chief songwriter Naoko in 1981, Japan’s Shonen Knife rose from humble DIY beginnings crafting their own idiosyncratic songs, and fashioning their own... Read More
