Field Music, helmed by brothers Peter and David Brewis, have just announced a series of UK shows for 2018. The dates include a special night at the Barbican in London with strings, horns, woodwind and assorted percussion provided by the Open Here Orchestra. A new Field Music album – set to the be the group’s […]
Dutch Uncles have unveiled the music video for ‘Streetlight’, the centrepiece of their acclaimed fifth album Big Balloon (out now on Memphis Industries). It was directed by Nick Middleton, who also shot the visuals for singles ‘Big Balloon’ and ‘Oh Yeah’, but, in a departure from the style of these videos, the ‘Streetlight’ film does not feature the band themselves. Duncan […]
– THE DANCEHOUSE THEATRE, MANCHESTER – This year marks Dutch Uncles’ ninth as a band, which almost nestles them into the category of indie stalwarts, although they have the energy and enthusiasm of a teenage garage band just starting out and who don’t know any better. Singer Duncan Wallis’ charming and charismatic presence at centre […]
In honour of the Hull UK City of Culture celebrations this Summer, Innercity Live brings to the party a night of exceptional live music. Taking place at Zebedee’s Yard, and set to feature esteemed headliners The Flaming Lips, plus support from special guests Public Service Broadcasting, further special guests have been announced, and joining the […]
To celebrate their UK tour; starting tonight in Edinburgh, Dutch Uncles have shared their video for ‘Oh Yeah’. The new single features backing guest vocals from Stealing Sheep, Everything Everything, and Aldous RH. The ‘Oh Yeah’ visuals were shot at Bury roller rink, and finds Dutch Uncles vocalist, Duncan Wallis donning skates alongside Stealing Sheep, […]
Dutch Uncles have announced a special event to launch new record, Big Balloon (released this Friday, 17th February 2017 on Memphis Industries). To support its release, the band have partnered with TeamSport, a new go karting facility housed underneath Manchester Arena, for a special race day. The band have challenged fans, friends, and foes to […]
Manchester’s idiosyncratic art-popologists Dutch Uncles return with Big Balloon, their new studio album, to be released on Friday 17th February 2017 (Memphis Industries). Today, the band shares their latest single ‘Streetlight’. “‘Streetlight’ is about becoming content with your loneliness,” Dutch Uncles’ vocalist Duncan Wallis explains. “It’s about being skeptical, but aware and open to new […]
Manchester’s idiosyncratic art-popologists and Silent Radio firm favourites Dutch Uncles return with Big Balloon, their new studio album, on 17th February via Memphis Industries. Today, the band shares one of the new album’s standout tracks Oh Yeah which features backing vocals from Stealing Sheep and Everything Everything. Frontman Duncan Wallis explains the positive sentiment behind […]
Silent Radio favourites Dutch Uncles have today announced details of Big Balloon, their next studio album due for release 17th February 2017 on Memphis Industries Records. They’ve also shared the title track of the album as the lead single, which can be heard below. Vocalist and lyricist Duncan Wallis says of the single: “The song […]
Dutch Uncles have announced a tour for 2017, bringing their unique art-pop manoeuvres to UK venues. The tour culminates in two special nights at London’s Village Underground and Manchester’s Dancehouse Theatre. There is a limited, exclusive presale at www.dutchuncles.co.uk from 10am today (Wednesday 26th October), with tickets going on general sale this Friday (28th October) […]
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ALBUM REVIEW - SPORTS TEAM: BOYS THESE DAYS
ALBUM REVIEW - ROBERT FORSTER: STRAWBERRIES
ALBUM REVIEW - ANATOLE MUSTER: HOPECORE
LIVE REVIEW - SUPERGRASS: MANCHESTER ALBERT HALL - 16/05/2025
ALBUM ROUNDUP WEEK ENDING 16 MAY 2025
EP REVIEW - FARMER’S WIFE: FAINT ILLUSIONS
ALBUM REVIEW - SHUNKAN: KAMIKAZE GIRL
ALBUM REVIEW - SLEEP THEORY: AFTERGLOW
ALBUM REVIEW - EZRA FURMAN: GOODBYE SMALL HEAD
LIVE REVIEW - BRYAN ADAMS: MANCHESTER ARENA - 09/05/2025
