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Convertible’s ‘Wifey’ Hits Like a Whiskey-Soaked Sermon at the Altar of Rock & Roll

Some songs are just too potent to fade into obscurity, and ‘Wifey’ by Convertible is a prime example. Half a decade may have passed since the duo first sent shockwaves through the airwaves with their seminal Trim EP, but it would be criminal not to revisit the raucously electric revival of dive bar hedonics. If blues-soaked rock rhythms and foot-stomping euphoria are your vices, ‘Wifey’ has the bite to keep you hooked.

Born in the depths of Melbourne’s indie rock scene, Convertible—Marc Cifali (vocals, guitars) and Manny Mason (drums)—have been refining their signature sound of raw energy and anthemic hooks since 2018.

‘Wifey’ doesn’t waste time with saccharine sentimentality as it breeds romanticism back into rock n roll. Instead, it resurrects the pulse of vintage rock ‘n’ roll, infusing it with modern swagger and riffs so tight they could send you into a catatonic trance.

The Trim EP is enough to get you on your knees and pray for another release; it might be time to start lighting candles. Until then, ‘Wifey’ remains a testament to the band’s creative zenith, proving that true rock ‘n’ roll doesn’t just survive—it prowls.

Stream Wifey on all major platforms, including Spotify

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Detroit Trouble put the pedal to the speaker-pummelling metal in their hard rock hit, Hot in the D

Few hard rock outfits can pummel your speakers as viscerally as Motörhead, but Detroit Trouble has proved their juggernautical punches are just as blistering in their high-octane anthem, Hot in the D. Short of mainlining adrenaline, there are few other ways to get yourself so psyched. The momentum is unrelenting, and the infectious energy threaded through every progression ensures this rip-roaring ride transcends your favourite hard rock records from across the epochs with its polished rallying furore. .

Formed in 2015 by Kidd Lightning, Detroit Trouble are a trio who channel the grit of their blue-collar roots into every thunderous note. With Kirk “The Captain” Richter on bass and William “Wild Bill” Whats on drums, the band blends the emotional weight of blues greats like John Lee Hooker and Howlin’ Wolf with the searing edge of rock kings such as Van Halen.

On Hot in the D, their blues-rock roots shine through in the occasional melodic turns, but the pedal never lifts from the metal. With Kidd Lightning’s pornographic guitar solos and vocals that burn with raw fervour, the electricity is undeniable. If this track doesn’t spark something deep in your soul, you might want to check you’ve still got a pulse.

Detroit Trouble doesn’t just play for their fans; they embody them. The trio lives and breathes the working-class spirit, delivering music for Detroit and beyond that pulses with the heart of everyday grit.

Hot in the D is now available to stream across all major platforms, including Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Turquoise Willie brought the Southern rock funk in ‘Gonna Make It Alright’

Turquoise Willie funked up Southern soul-rock in a way that sets them apart from every other vintage-toned entity gracing our speakers. ‘Gonna Make It Alright’ is a freewheeling escape into euphoria. With sonics to repair the soul, it’s hard to think of anything that this track couldn’t remedy.

From an intro that echoes the legendary vibes of the Stone Roses or Happy Mondays, the single explodes into a Southern soul-rock groove that’s nothing short of infectious. The track testifies to the power of feel-good rock ‘n’ roll, doing exactly what its title promises. Turquoise Willie riffs with an unholy amount of talent, aiming solely to deliver sonic serotonin to rock enthusiasts everywhere. Embed this timelessly gasoline-soaked hit in your playlists and say goodbye to your dark days for good.

Jason Young and Chris Schiltz, the dynamic duo behind Turquoise Willie, formed in 2015 after a long journey as studio and touring musicians, including stints with the legendary Steve Azar. They found their synergy in a shared passion for keeping vintage roots rock not just alive, but amplified. The result is music that reverberates across the vast expanse of roots music with unwavering authenticity.

Gonna Make It Alright was officially released on November 22; stream the single on all major platforms, including Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

The New Old Became This Generation’s Answer to the Cramps With ‘Ain’t Dead Yet’

Detroit rock n roll heavyweights The New Old delivered one of the raunchily reverent hits of 2024 with their macabrely infectious single, Ain’t Dead Yet. Accompanied by a cinematically shot Day of the Dead-themed music video, which has racked up over 115k streams to date, Ain’t Dead Yet injects swaggering rock n roll nostalgia into a modernised and stylised production.

If you can imagine what the Cramps would sound like if they spawned in this generation, you’ll get an idea of what the devilishly debauched prodigal sons delivered with this radio-ready anthem that retaliates with resilience as a form of resistance, offering vindication to anyone who has been counted out prematurely.

However The New Old follow this scintillatingly serpentine earworm, it’s clear that they’re a band on the brink of a stratospheric ascent. If any band can stop Stonesy rock n roll from fading into obscurity, it’s them.

Stream the official music video for Ain’t Dead Yet on YouTube.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

You Dirty Blue revived vintage blues rock with their renegade of a hit, Humming

‘Humming’ by You Dirty Blue thrashed into the blues rock scene with a rare ferocity that barrels through the annals of music history. This single reverberates with the raw, unrefined essence of 70s rock, encapsulated by fuzzy guitar riffs and raucous vocals that snarl with renegade charm. It’s a rhythmically infectious track that knocks polished modern rock productions off their pedestals and replaces them with something that resonates with the spirit of old-school rock.

You Dirty Blue, a powerhouse duo from Tamworth, have been igniting venues across the UK with their explosive live shows. Their music is steeped in the DIY ethos of grunge and blues, infused with a punchy punk twist that makes each performance unforgettable. Humming is a new chapter in the duo’s legacy with its heady rush of rock’s golden era aesthetics and modern ferocity. If you’ve been pining for the days of raw, unapologetic rock music, get your kicks that are guaranteed to leave a lasting mark.

Humming was officially released on November 1st; stream the single on SoundCloud now.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

The Hopeless Romantics of Hard Rock, Electric Cherry, Cut Deep with Their Latest Single, Anyway You Want

Electric Cherry never fails to live up to their moniker, but with the sticky-sweet super-charged currents tearing through the renegade of a rock anthem, Anyway You Want, the Roman rock n roll powerhouse amped up their sound to the nth degree.

As a teaser of what is to come from their upcoming album, CHERRY HEART, the rhythmically salacious slice of high-octane scintillation hits it out of the hard rock park while simultaneously throwing back to the classic rock pioneers and synthesising cinematic white knuckle momentum into the riff-decorated earworm.

As far as ticking all the right hard rock boxes goes, Electric Cherry received full marks with Anyway You Want which narrates the death knell of a relationship as it becomes platonic, leaving bitter-sweet glimmers of hope for the future. The melodic hooks in the chorus vocals become razors to the soul when sharpened by the hopeless romanticism in the lyricism. There’s no getting out of this single unaffected once you hit play.

The official music video for Anyway You Want is now available to stream on YouTube.

Follow Electric Cherry on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date with news of their upcoming LP, CHERRY HEART.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

The Miki Doras soundtracked the soul of NYC with their debut release, Uptown, Downtown…

As a band who lives, breathes, and riffs right through the grit of the NYC rock n roll underground, The Miki Doras, who have been cutting their teeth in dive bars across the city, on rooftops in Brooklyn, warehouses in Williamsburg and house parties in Bushwick, have finally unleashed their debut single, Uptown, Downtown…

The debut may have been 15 years in the making, but the hit just goes to show how syntheses of proto-punk, garage rock and power-pop will always be timeless. The filthy-with-distortion guitars cross the borderlands from unholy into pornographic terrain while the percussive pulse of the track feeds frenetic (teenage) kicks into the stellar slice of songwriting which affirms New York City has a new hit-making powerhouse in its underbelly.

If it’s been a while since you got caught up in the raucous euphoria of a rock chorus; hit play and see how high you can get with Uptown, Downtown… The chameleonic vocals never allow you to feel comfortable in the release; between the unchained snarls and the Blue Oyster Cult-esque harmonies, you’ll be thrown all across the emotional spectrum.

Uptown, Downtown… was officially released as the title single from The Miki Doras’ debut EP on August 28th, and there’s plenty more brashy rock n roll glamour in store with the band’s debut LP, …On a New York Night, in the pipeline. Stream the debut single on Spotify now.

Review by Amelia Vandergas

Rearview Romantics delivered a new testament of rock n roll with ‘The Preacher’

Out of Philadelphia, the raw force known as Rearview Romantics slashed through the rock scene with their stormer of a single, ‘The Preacher’.

The unapologetic throwback to the 60s – 80s rock epochs erupts with crunchy, overdriven guitar riffs that could summon spirits from rock’s golden age. The vocals carve a niche between Metallica’s gritty resonance, the anthemics of New York Dolls and The Cramps’ punk eccentric ferocity, creating an uncompromising voice for the band. The production crackles with an electric fervour, each note and beat engineered to grip your soul and shake it awake.

The manifesto of rebellion dictates a relentless pace that dares listeners to keep up. As a rock anthem, the track ticks all the boxes, bridging the gap between classic sensibilities and potently explosive energy.

With their larger-than-life live shows marked by magnetic stage presence, Rearview Romantics are quickly becoming the act to watch. Coupled with a consistent stream of videos and tracks, the rock n roll reverent renegades are proving they’re destined for bigger stages.

The Preacher was officially released on September 26th; stream the single on YouTube now.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Melia delivered a rock-licked anthem of vindication with ‘The Horse You Rode in On’

The prodigal daughter of rock, Melia, has returned with her sophomore LP, ‘FERAL‘, delivering an indomitable hit of empowerment with the standout single, ‘Horse You Rode in On‘.

With the overdriven guitars, the fiery manifesto for anyone who has endured the arrogance of the misguided resurrects retro rock aesthetics as Melia’s powerful, crystalline vocals slice through the mix with mesmeric clarity. As the percussion injects adrenaline into the track like fuel to a flame, Melia asserts herself as a rare diamond in the mundanity of modern rock. Knowing exactly how to pay homage without assimilating, her future is as promising as her sound is powerful.

The single is highlighted by one of the year’s most electrifying guitar solos, redefining what it means to command the six strings. It’s a potent reminder of why Melia continues to collect accolades, including multiple Indie Music Channel Awards.

Recorded at Dreamland Recording Studio with the esteemed Kevin Killen, ‘FERAL’ echoes the defiant spirit of Melia’s musical journey. From her early days, ignited by a Green Day concert, to sharing stages with icons like Steve Vai and Judas Priestess, Melia’s path has been anything but ordinary.

Stream the Feral LP in full by heading over to Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

The Simpletone is back with vengeance in their darkly kinetic alt-rock anthem, Circles

The Simpletone

After amassing renown for the intensity of their live performances following their 2010 inception, releasing three critically acclaimed LPs, gaining a cult following, winning the Cambridge Band Competition, joining New Model Army on tour and being revered by Classic Rock Magazine, The Simpletone broke their fair share of hearts when they split in 2017.

After a six-year hiatus, The Simpletone sound is sharper than ever; their comeback track, Circles, which teases what’s to come in their upcoming fourth LP, The Eternal Now, dares you to imagine the veins of blues rock running through a sonic love child conceived between Sisters of Mercy and Queens of the Stone Age.

The shadowy rock licks bring the arcane atmosphere as the rhythm section intravenously injects kinetic energy into the anthem, which proves that The Simpletone weren’t down and out in 2017; they were priming for one of the most scintillating artistic reinventions the UK alt-rock scene has seen in the past decade.

Circles will be available to stream on all major platforms from October 4th. Hear the single on YouTube and follow The Simpletone on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date with all future releases.

Review by Amelia Vandergast