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Like A Book With A Missing Page: The Killing Tapes sees them losing control on ‘Dancing With The Devil In You’

Bringing us a haunting tale which is so striking into your knowing soul, The Killing Tapes sing with so much significant meaning on their latest song all about watching another person grow far apart from you, right before your watching eyes on ‘Dancing With The Devil In You’.

The Killing Tapes is a Sweden-based indie alt-dark rock/electronic duo band. They make that movie-like music which has you floating into another word entirely, due to their emotional creations which has you sensing that they are onto something rather unique.

Shortly into the writing process they both realized that the songs were of such quality and importance, they begun the writing and recording of the album Black.” ~ The Killing Tapes

This is the relevant story that hits home hard. You are with someone who you thought was special, as you see that they can’t control themselves and give up too easily in the face of internal conflict, You then agonizingly watch them destroy, the very beauty which made them so wonderful in the first place. Sung with such a rare intensity and backed up with a memorable background sound to truly remember, this is a dark-lit song of truth.

Dancing With The Devil In You‘ from the Swedish alt-rock/electronic duo act The Killing Tapes, sees them witnessing a loved one swimming into the lake of blood and unfortunately turning into someone else. This is the sad story of being around someone change so much, so fast, as you wish you could help them change but know that its probably over.

Made with an 80’s type ambiance, this is a cinematic soundtrack if there ever was one.

Hear this new single on Spotify and see more on their IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

I Know We Belong: Courageous Chicago indie-rock trio Jacks and Atoms inspire us to join together as one team on ‘We Stand’

After starting the song and coming back to it as the pandemic ravaged the world like an angry fire that wouldn’t go out, Jacks and Atoms bring us much-needed peace with a wonderfully created new single all about growing despite the wicked fear around during these savage times with ‘We Stand‘.

Jacks and Atoms is an entertaining Chicago, Illinois-based indie-rock trio. They make an elite blend of looking-deeper music which touches on real topics we can all get behind, as they bring a likable energy to this confused world.

With a true story all about doing what is needed to move the suffocating boulders which have taken over our deepest thoughts, this is a fantastic single which has you thinking much clearer than before. Featuring crystal clear vocals and a stunning guitar background to dance the doubts away into the woods, you somehow feel rather reinvigorated after cleaning your soul with this excellent effort.

We Stand‘ from the highly enjoyable Chicago-based indie-rock trio Jacks and Atoms, is an important story all about standing up for yourself and not being afraid to rise up tall when needed. They sing with such an uplifting energy, which has us building our mind bridges and staying strong, lifting above all the hate and confusion.

This is the message we all needed to hear, as they bring the world a hopeful effort to all join hands to. As one team.

Hear this new single on Spotify and see their exciting journey on the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

She My Electrolytes: Phoenix rap duo BoogieLo zooms through on playful ‘X4LIFE’

With a she-loves-me-now-she-loves-me-not energy BoogieLo are ready for adventure after being locked away for too long and head out for a road trip from state to state on their new entertaining single called ‘X4LIFE‘.

BoogieLo is a Phoenix, Arizona-based hip-hop duo. They make that fresh blend of music that wraps skillfully from their life, as they bring us real stories about each day in this very strange world we live in.

For us, music is a way to express who you are as an individual while also connecting with others.” ~ BoogieLo

With a quick-flow style that keeps things real smooth like the fade, they rap with a quality style which has you nodding your head to their exciting new track. Made with a busty beat which is full of hop-in stories of travel, with smart lyrics that showcases their top notch mentality.

This is the story of wanting to be together with this incredible woman, who keeps on changing her mind so much you worry that she might be your ex soon. Your soul just wants to go on adventures and can’t handle all the indecisions, which is really starting to tire you out.

X4LIFE‘ from the Phoenix-based hip-hop duo BoogieLo, is the terrific music video with an alt-rap vibe. This is the story of being with someone who likes you one second and then isn’t sure, as you try and wrap your mind around it all. Luckily you have you true team to help you along with the real journey after all.

Check out the new visuals via YouTube and see more news on their IG channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Somewhere Far Away: Ivy Eye are simply excellent on nostalgic 2nd single ‘Make My Way Out’ (To The Sun)

With their dark sunglasses hidden slyly under their stylish space helmets with a ciggie or three waiting to be lit when they reach the optimum height up above, Ivy Eye skillfully shatter all preconceived ideas on how modern music should sound on their follow up to the massive worldwide debut hit ‘Peace of Mind‘, as they bring us more joyous euphoria to salivate over on ‘Make My Way Out(To The Sun).

Ivy Eye is a UK-based music production duo who somehow take a futuristic torch and shine in dynamic disco, fresh funk and uncontaminated pop pureness, to heal our broken hearts one song at a time.

The infectious track explores elements from the House and Nu-Disco genres all whilst keeping the duo’s classic Disco/Funk influences as the driving force. Moving into more sonically lush territory,” ~ Ivy Eye

There is so much to love here as the story of wanting to escape this evil planet rings home true, as you pick up the phone and say yes to the offer of joining them on this exciting journey to a new place. A better place. Somewhere safe and kind, with heart-healing music leading us to the peaceful finish line, where you can lather joyously in treasures that fill more than your easy-to-break pockets.

Make My Way Out(To The Sun) from the well-received UK music producers Ivy Eye, is a sensational performance that is filled with happy droplets of scintillating vibrations to keep you coming back for more. They prove that funky music with soul will always have a place in our welcoming smiles no matter what other fads are doing the rounds, as this is just pure unadulterated brilliance all the way though. Music with a bounce like this, is always welcome on life’s ever-evolving jumping castle.

Hear this groovy wonder in the sky above on Spotify and find them hanging out in the coolest spots via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Am I Really Here: Instinctive Isle of Man gloom-pop duo Raine wonder if this is all really real with the moody classic ‘Roam’

Floating furiously through the creepy chimneys and into our suddenly alert mindsets via their debut album named ‘Most Nights Lately‘, Raine have our anxious hearts beating even faster with the dark cloudy skies new single about feeling so lost in these familiar but eerie streets with ‘Roam‘.

Isle of Man electronic/ gloom-pop group Raine, are a dynamically charged outfit full of creative interweaving skills which has your mind swerving around frantically to find out more. They have such a uniquely attractive sound that is such a pleasure to hear, as they take us on a wild trip through the doom and gloom of the current world.

Raine’s sound is uniquely positioned to their environment. Living on an island, the isolation and vast landscapes detail their experiences to deliver a haunting broadcast to a wider world.” ~ Raine

Raine have us looking around so apprehensively – as we scan our left and right – to work out if the devil is indeed beside us or if we are safe – from this feeling of mass paranoia, which has shaken our once-strong confidence to its fragile core. They have a innate ability to capture your vivid thoughts that has your pulse racing at a spectacular Lewis Hamilton rate, all through this movie-like soundtrack.

Roam‘ from the exciting Isle of Man electronic/gloom-pop duo act Raine, is such a moody track which has you thinking rather deeply about your current state of mind. This is the story about feeling so lost and not knowing what to do, as you truly feel like an odd stranger in your own town, which suddenly feels dangerously dark and horribly sinister. The weather seems to be turning even more ominous as this track develops even further into the shadows, as you wonder if you are even alive anymore.

Stream this epic new single on Spotify or see their travels into our lives via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

You Make Me Sad: Jets to Badlands move on from her sneaky ways with ‘Chameleon’

With a catchy style and a true story which so many will find totally relatable, Jets to Badlands grow tired of their partners shady games and start fresh again to find a happier medium of living with ‘Chameleon‘.

Jets to Badlands is an party indie alt-rock duo inspired my 90’s and future-rock. They are from unknown lands far away from this rather weird earth, as they believe they are controlled by external forces from space who can’t be explained.

This is the story about a harsh breakup, that happened so quickly and you really didn’t see it coming. Things are over now and emotions have swelled up like an upset sea – as the tides flow unexpectedly – and barrel right over your whole fragile body, to leave you breathlessly searching for air.

Chameleon‘ from the unique alien two-piece rock band Jets to Badlands, shows us a relationship that was so strong but has now has faded from view, as the silly games and untruths became way too much for your conscious. Made with a wildly enthusiastic video that captures the picture perfectly, this is a catchy single that will entertain you with its thrilling ride, all the way to the top of the Ferris wheel.

See this new music video on YouTube and check out the IG page for more info.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

For The NHS: Lockestock support the cause with their exciting debut single ‘Mind Blowing’

As 50% of all track sales are going to the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Trust, Lockestock dip our souls into the beautiful ocean with their lovely debut single called ‘Mind Blowing‘.

Lockestock are a Paignton, UK-based father and son duo who make that deeply intertwined indie-pop type music. They have strongly curated vocals and you feel uplifted by their energy.

Formed by Alex on vocals, who was in a well-known boyband back in the 90’s and his dad Kevin (formally known as Scott Wilder), an established DJ, band manager, and vocalist himself.

This debut single by Lockestock is an uplifting pop track that has the sound of riding on the party waves of a nice hot summer. The type of song full of heart you can sing along with, dance, and forget about what is going on around you for a while. Lockestock wanted to lift people, not with a track they want, but a track they need.” – Lockestock

This is a song sung with so much shooting star love, as you feel your soul brushing away the self-doubt and feeling much better again. The vocals are kind and loving – with a catchy beat meshed in handily – that has you thinking we live in a peaceful world, like we all should.

Mind Blowing‘ from the creative father and son duo from the UK called Lockestock, shows us a team that are fighting for the right thing in this rather challenging climate. With their kind gesture of donating to an organization who have been stretched mightily recently – they bring in a fresh wind with perfect timing – that just makes you want to jump into the air, as you fly free again.

Hear this fine new single on Spotify and see more on their IG music channel.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

That Booming Feeling: Dethhaus fire in hot with high-energy new instrumental effort ‘Track Three’

Dropped from dizzy heights through Rakka Rakka Records, Dethhaus stomp on the mic and let it rip handsomely with their latest single simply called ‘Track Three‘.

Dethhaus is daringly eye-piercing instrumental band consisting of Johnny Void from X-Ray Youth (guitar, bass, and keyboard), and Justin Welch from Elastica (drums). This impressive work of art was produced and mostly recorded in Room 101 in Central Florida, as well as also being recorded in windy England, UK.

This is a fast-paced and thundering storm of a splashing single that has your awakened eyes wide and your awaiting body shaking in anticipation for more to come. The distorted cacophonous melody has you feeling fully awake and without needing that coffee boost, as the electrifying energy is one that you can’t easily forget.

Track Three‘ from the deafeningly exciting Florida/England instrumental duo Dethhaus, rampages excitedly into your scared ears like a buzz saw on your fragile hair – as the ferociously intoxicating sounds somehow has you so thrilled – and a bit anxious at the same time. This is the perfect kind of video game music or from a dramatic scene from a movie. They are both seriously talented artists and provide us with a lovely mixture of crashing sound waves, to get you uplifted for the days events.

Stream this fantastic new single on Spotify.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

The Journey To True Bliss: Guy Jackson and Hetty Clark are spellbinding on new single ‘Catching Paradise’

As they join forces beautifully to make this tremendously satisfying single, Guy Jackson and Hetty Clark are on a life-long mission to always be ‘Catching Paradise‘.

Guy Jackson and Hetty Clark are a wonderful London-based indie-electronic duo, who make that calming music that has a catchy cool beat which takes you to the place of your dreams, in spectacular fashion.

This is the story about wanting to stay in your ideal world as long as possible, your body and soul is tired from this insane world and you just need to break free, as you never look back to the past again.

You feel the colors wrap stunningly in your soul and you imagine the blue soul, with her soothing vocals holding you close, the background is so alluring and you feel so free while listening to this fantastic track.

Catching Paradise’ from London, UK duo Guy Jackson and Hetty Clark, is the elusive chase to get to where you need to be, wherever that is in your mind. This is a peaceful song that feels like you are in a different planet to the one that you find yourself in now. The journey to ultimate peace is a long one, but is achievable if you visualize it enough and never give up for this chosen path.

Stream this beautiful single on Spotify and see more about their journey on Guy’s IG and Hetty’s too.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Full Of Wonder: Fur Foxen bring us something special with ‘Daniel’

Taken off their latest eight-track album so full of heartwarming joy, Fur Foxen are meticulously back with a thrilling song that captures your mind, into a mellow state of wonder called ‘Daniel‘.

Fur Foxen is the fascinating two-piece chamber folk duo that are exquisitely intriguing each second and are intertwined to perfection by Amber and Stephan. They considerately formulate our consciousness with an organic sound that stays in your mind deeply, as it is so real and carefully crafted from that whiskey-drenched love and appreciation for the art form.

This is about wanting to hold close that special person that you have just met, but feel so much care and passion for them and want to love, deeply, passionately and with that long-lasting emotional connection. The world can be a dark and lonely place, so without that special vibration, its all pointless anyway and does more harm than good for your fragile soul.

Daniel‘ from the lovable two-piece chamber-folk act Fur Foxen, blows your hair back and massages your scalp, with an array of dazzling intricacies that you have been waiting for to lather yourself in, with that elusively satisfying tender gusto.

Stream this beautiful single here on Spotify and see more on their IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen