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This issue
ThanX;
Rupert Hitchcox Paul Madden Dizzy Spell Rebecca Chitty Ben Dodd Mark Morriss Helen Cairns Thanos Staikos
End Of The Trail Records The Big Red Lisa McNab Mark Stein Red Stag Management Kim at Supercat PR Stewart Howell Frank Rizzo Little Nan / Deptford Army Abby Hubbard VERY WELL PLAYED the tips from previous issues that have taken a step, (or two), on. Now band-watch these latest treasures. Also, if you can play an extra part in spreading their word, then even better. Ta for reading‌ Get snapped. Make friends. Photography project for near future exhibiting etc‌ A Snapshot Of Music Lovers. Early mid summer evenings, London. Fri 21 June Camden (Panda Power), Thurs 27 June New Cross (ArtBeat) @rocklandstv #uniqulture
I feel lucky to be involved and appreciate the offers of support from various sources / contacts to assist some of the (Art Brut). promising artists that we recommend.
“Modern Art Makes Me Want To Rock Out”
Happy Joy Decade.
#mpzine summer 013. The soundtrack to fight bad news of sadness, horror, financial corruption, apathy, to inequality, austerity and religious division needs to possess escapism. Musical movement - art and ambition, stylish but socially inclusive to #occupy new multi media where artists and audiences united, are the industry.
It takes so much to get to the point of playing a live show or making a recording. Then to be really good, on top!… Some of the music tipped in Monthly Planet would not sound out of place on random play alongside the greats of both centuries. Some of whom I worked with on a previous planet. I continue to be involved with bands, at all level, with the tunes, words, minds, gigs, hearts and tales that the joy of band obsession is made of.
Monthly Planet may be less Rolling Stone Magazine than “wobbling pebble”, but the tips are sussed, and so #mpzine is interactive far, regularly proven. Click the pages to check out Friends have swelled an extended creative family in pages, sounds and videos. mutual support of talent that Share The Joy. Caffy we love/believe in.
DELOOZE release ‘Lost Army’ 1st July and headline London’s Islington Assembly Hall on 3 July www.deloozeofficial.com/
Monumental Sensual Adventures
The third single (and first from the forthcoming debut album) by the idiosyncratic DeLooze, is as fierce as it is sophisticated. Potent vocal lines pierce through crunching guitar rhythms, menacing drums patterns and alarming electronics before the line “How do you command armies?” hints at the fragility behind the visceral. Casting an enigmatic and powerful figure Stacey DeLooze fronts the collective, fusing classical instrumentation, deep electronics, and rock to create a dark and brooding take on dramatically charged power pop, which in turn has sparked a wave of much deserved hype.
Drawing on inspirations that include Edith Piaf, Kate Bush, Siouxsie Sioux, Bowie, Michael Jackson and Thom Yorke as well as electronic pioneers such as Nicolas Jaar and Trentemoller as key influences, 'Lost Army' remains current in its production with intelligent sounds, whilst also carrying a sense of timelessness. Taking aim with such visions formulates a sound that calls on Zola Jesus or Bat for Lashes, with an injection of vigor. As befits an act that draws inspiration from so many legendary performers, DeLooze’s shows are spectacles that center on showcasing many of the arts under one roof. They seek to give their audience an experience that will appeal to all the senses. The theatrical element of unpredictability is particularly important. Honing this desire has forged a hot ticket on the live circuit of those in the know. Their last event at the 300+ capacity Electrowerks was a comfortable sell out. With their current single coming out on Fierce Panda Records imprint Giant Haystacks they continue to gain momentum towards the debut album. Despite having a deliberately fresh online profile, DeLooze’s last single made the download round ups in The Times and The Guardian and was championed widely on BBC 6 Music. They also have a rapidly growing European fan-base, following appearances this April at Tallinn Music Week in Estonia. (cont./…)
2013 will be a big year for an act with such huge ambition, orchestrated by the diligent Stacey DeLooze. From scratch, with this album, she has crafted a body of work which includes Chris Hayden, Cedric Lemoyne, and Mercury nominated Liran Donin, musicians featured across Florence and the Machine and Alanis Morissette’s albums, and mixed by Mikko Gordon (currently working on Atoms for Peace). Additionally, the ‘Lost Army’ video (pictured) was directed by Anthony Furlong, a leading creative for the movie, ‘Avatar’. To pull in such a pool of talent on a nothing budget demonstrates the fire surrounding this extremely dynamic release. No doubt the delivery will showcase its brilliance. And there is so much more. For instance DeLooze has created a fast growing “Glass Army’’. #jointhemarch began to take shape in April after the shows in Estonia. People around the world have ‘signed up as Glass Army soldiers, ' uploading images of themselves wearing DeLooze's emblem in support. See https://facebook.com/deloozemusic to get involved with DeLooze / The Glass Army.
Be the (very) best. #mpzine
Ten Years Of Doing It For The Love
The culture of music zine, live events / fund raisers promoter, radio show, inventor of the first advent calendar of free down loads and all round socially inclusive media, Joyzine has helped to shape the last decade with music positivity. The clue is in the name. Thank you all involved for the inspiration‌
Share The Joy www.facebook.com/joyzine Images from first Rocklands club, Pop Of The Tops by Joyzine editor, Paul Madden. Bloc Party and Art Brut (more of his photos of the latter further on in this issue as they also celebrate ten years of existence. (S. E.. London is still a Talent Central, too.)
Russian Gun Dogs set to Songs
to stir your heart. (live video) http://youtu.be/ciTGm9wFH7U awesome adoration for Russian Gun Dogs and their dark wave of danceable rock soundscapes, loaded with potential.
Tipped
for big things, they rounded off 2012 in the studio with Gavin Monaghan (Editors, Robert Plant, Ocean Colour Scene etc). 2013 began with more recording then a quick spring break to re-charge their energetic live show batteries, ready for Sat 6th July Main Stage, Godiva Festival (with Maximo Park, The View, Reverend & The Makers) Friday 30th August Lainfest, Atherstone. Releases and more live news soon, but feel free to discover this band right https://facebook.com/russiangundogs
Since #mpzine's Brum article in 2011 the Midlands has swelled its rich sonic history with increasing media profile. Bands dare to sound ambitious again. There was already a long wealth of status from Slade, Metal Rock, UB40 etc. Duran Duran are bigger now than they were in the
80s! The Enemy, Twang, Editors, Peace, Swim Deep etc maintain the momentum. In this vein of people's choice of new musical heroes, come Russian Gun Dogs. A Coventry band with a vast, alt-rock sound. You could not manufacture the connection between them and their fans, already.
Seeing as this group of young men have obviously got IT, Monthly Planet wondered; Did the band members know each other before Russian Gun Dogs came into existence? RGD :
That kind of following takes a potent mix of drive and appeal. There is passion from their audience that some ones-to-watch peers would kill for. Alongside these reactions, RGD are developed beyond early Editors comparisons, into something all their own
MP : In those early days; where and how did you compose and rehearse before your first time together in a studio?
To to have real fans, these days is an achievement in itself. Above the net-noise of thousands, daily shouting how do you get heard, let alone entice at least 30 people to your gigs?
RGD :
Without self fulfilling prime time TV exposure, you need XXX factor. That chemistry either pans out – or not – after a band actually forms.
)
Speaking of gigs, do you get nervous before you go on stage?
...and that live thing, one of the best things about being in a band?
MP : Does it help that you are based in a part of the country that has a healthy circuit to grow a genuine fan BASE, if you have the goods on stage?
Since their bedroom rehearsal days, Russian Gun Dogs have already played with Spector, The Subways, The Other Tribe, The Pidgeon Detectives, Twisted Wheel, Ash and more. Do they feel that gigging with well known and experienced musicians has rubbed off on their own learning curve?
(continued/‌)
RGD rounded off 2012 in the studio with reputable music producer, Gavin Monaghan (whose credits include The Twang and Paolo Nutini) on exciting new recordings. As he remarked publicly himself after their sessions;
2013 is, indeed off to a great start. Their song the
is on
playlist, and the band continue to raise their game.
Thank you for engaging with Monthly Planet, Russian Gun Dogs.
RGD Continue to break hearts x
www.russiangundogs.co.uk
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Little Night Terrors, Camden Dingwalls, London, Spring 2013. Leicester’s alt-power pop trio on the latest, hand picked bill for Playhard. Constantly developing, the multi media event averages 14,000+ viewers for its global live streams and reached over 16,000 viewers with this episode. Visit http://facebook.com/playhardgigs to suggest artists with the panache and passion to feature at future shows. Music fans, keep a keen ear and eye on www.littlenightterrors.com/
PHREEDA SHARP ‘Gold Car’
released
23 June on Bad Jane Nation Dubbed "Sharp Shooter" for her unprecedented rapid fire flow, Phreeda Sharp is one of the coolest AND hottest things about 2013, and keeping it REAL. She began singing and songs at a young age. Initial ambitions of pursuing this career were shelved, when she discovered the likes of The Roots, Jay Z and Missy Elliott, then was enlisted by her brother, Myles Sanko, to join his hip hop collective.
introduces some of Phreeda’s many sides. Touching on themes that range from power, sex and money through to love and vulnerability, It features a range of producers who have worked with a multitude of household names including Tinie Tempah, Gorillaz and Lady Gaga. One highlight is lead track, ‘Gold Car’, a running commentary on sexual empowerment, obsession, insatiability and lust, produced by Ollie Green. The video was directed by Myles Sanko, and features a cameo role by UK rapper and actor TZY.
‘Ruby, Sex & Vultures’ Describing her music as "pieces of me that happen to rhyme", the mixtape 'Ruby, Sex & Vultures' is the statement of intent: that
free download from http://snd.sc/11uEuVm
phreedasharp.com
Art Brut A few pages of a decade in images Š Paul Madden of Joyzine
Both Art Brut and Joyzine celebrate ten years of doing it for the love, this year. Paul Madden, editor, promoter and radio show presenter for music and culture social media, Joyzine kindly shared some images from their shared moments‌
10th Anniversary gig at The Scala, May 2013
4 ro, 200 t e M e Th
Offset Festival 2010
Tun Wells bridge Foru m 2005
100 Club, 2005, for Joyzine Tsunami Relief Week.
Art Brut play Joyzine
10th Anniversary gig, London Scala
The Metro, Oxford Street, 2004
Pop Of The Tops club, Paradise Bar, New Cross
Lounge On The Farm Festival 2008
Buffallo Bar, with Micky Cicconne, circa 2003
The Metro, 2004
Buffallo Bar, 2006
Art Brut Tenth Anniversary celebration gig The Scala, Kings Cross, London Wednesday 29th May 2013 All images Š Paul Madden And a Happy Tenth Anniversary, Joyzine!
http://artbrut.org.uk/ http://facebook.com/joyzine
Anyway, they are younger than the “seen / heard it all before” brigade.
2013 is a good year to fall for these British rockers. Their newer wave buzz, and live presence is word on the anti scene and latest release, 'Ignore Me' is a great introduction. Sure, on first listen, there are various comparisons to established bands that could be reeled off, to fill a review but that would be weary, and this band are anything but. There is a wide spectrum of influences competing in their sound as the group hone themselves towards the point where people will start to say about a song that it “sounds a bit like The Hotelles”.
The trio are developing, while still in the education system (two at the star-hub central that is Goldsmiths in New Cross). It doesn't matter whether you are 10 or 100, many music fans will always need entertainers with more to them than jumping on the latest critic approved scene and herd bandwagon. These last few years have developed a vanguard of appealing talents who have boldly gone beyond TV contest stardom for their inspiration. They are what the next musicians of repute will be made of. The evergreen 60s-90s music on BBC4, along with dwindling supplies of vinyl is raising a bracing rush of exciting fusions.
These aural delights can't help but be as thrilling to social development as anything from Robert Johnson onwards. Music is a gift that keeps on giving new gems. I prefer some new bands to the currently famous they are compared to. They are uncynically fresher, with a driven enthusiasm to break out of the world on the news. They make music that matters because it is from both the heart and soul. Romantic rock n roll daydreams can still invade the bleak mists of recession and division to spark soundtracks of escapism. The Hotelles are an urgent sounding, essential part of all that. I came across them accidentally while staging another event and was impressed immediately by a sophistication that makes their ages just numbers. They were booked on the spot to please come and play, and they very kindly did just that. (continued/‌)
They sure didn't disappoint, and in fact wowed ArtBeat friends and regulars, of various generations. Their on-stage energy was initially latent, but as an increasing part of the audience started dancing with each song, the buzz fed back and forth between the band and crowd. Something gelled with Tom (vocals/guitar), Ben (bass) and Sam (drums). Energised bass rhythms and guitar played with drop dead cool, glimpses of confident swagger and mature structures held tight by boxing hard drumming with a dead-pan delivery. The Hotelles at a regular haunt, Amersham Arms, New Cross, for ArtBeat live.
There's an obvious love of alternative music classics from both centuries which they have woven, seamlessly, into their composition to take what they do seriously without taking themselves too earnestly to connect with having fun playing a gig.
We loved their set and, happily, they got the vibe too and are re-booked to please come and play that passionately pop powered punk again (25th July). Be there.
In addition, The Hotelles, are developing a well oiled but independent cottage industry where creative, connected friends help make videos, spread the word etc. Self sufficiency is
a credit crunch advantage to their great potential. The bloggerati, cool events / promoters, and new-artist supporting radio, like what they hear and are coming on board. The story so far couldnt be more organic. The Easton Brothers followed each other, from first to last born, into the story, instrument by instrument. They conquered any sibling rivalry to emerge as a three headed democracy, writing and rehearsing after school. The band started playing live at house parties, then they properly became The Hotelles (and more serious about all aspects of turning professional). It does feel like gigging is rightly one of their favourite things about being a in a musical group. Keeping it real, they're not looking for too much too soon from “the industry�. They’ve an ace on side in
They’ve an ace on side in the shape of producer, Cam Blackwood (The Horrors, Florence & The Machine, Take That etc) who adds a depth of quality to their sound. Not rocking the one-trick-pony thing, The Hotelles have the ingredients and substance for a real career as respected musicians. They are built on a firm foundation of wanting to create their own, collaborative original songs from the get go. Lyrical tales of life seen through their eyes in the great British tradition that translate sboth at home and abroad. Throw away your reservations. Jump right in. Embrace musical adventures, under the radar of establishment, in small venues. The Hotelles are, additionally, positive fun. Isn't that exactly what the world needs right now? #mpzine
Lillian Todd Jones City Showcase Stage Soho Flea Market 2 June, 2013 #mpzine
The Bright
Ones
(The Great Escape Festival).
Its about time thrill n glamour was high on the rocking out agenda again, The Bright Ones deliver it from the get go with their first single/video; released 29th July (End Of The Trail Records) and UK tour this summer. Go. Get the #fuckpop look. (The Source)
www.facebook.com/thebrightonesuk
#mpzine
http://facebook.com/thebrightonesuk
“ Alex Baker (Kerrang!) Ed Batchelor – bass, backing vocals, Simon Harris– vocals, guitar, piano, Mathias Upton-Hansen - drums, photographed by Peter Arboine. (Xfm) Before going into the studios to record their debut album, Bad Wolf play a free gig, 21 June, Camden Wheelbarrow. Totally recommended. “ (Merge Magazine) Its a final attempt, third time lucky style, to complete a live set at this venue (a story in itself). They will play live fan favourites with new material for the LP. The event is a party special for the promoter, Jean Genie Graham, a star of the London music scene in her own right. The Tricks, Blue Lip Feel, The Freewheelin’ Troubadour, Will Lovesey and Gabi Garbutt are also on the bill. It promises to be momentous. Panda Power is always a bit of a whos who on the buzz band scene. Doors 8pm. Come early for social, free cake and a live set from the birthday girl opening the show as Jean Genie’s Massive Hugs. http://bandwolfband.net/ https://facebook.com/ukbadwolf
Hanging out with Pussy, viewing the art and space, while enjoying aural sex from the Opus Sound
Rig (May 013, London)
South Of The River Thames ‌the artbeat of uniqulture in full effect
The Big
Red Day
It takes a people’s musician to come and play live in a shipping container, to strip down and perform their songs so intimately, socialise with the audience and be paid in drink-n-pizza. That’s just what an engaging gang of friends, old and new, did at London’s smallest venue, the lorry truck stage behind The Big Red double decker bus pizzeria in Deptford. A very kind offer of professional photography couldn’t happen, due to the East London Line having a Sunday service hissy fit, so that’s not an arty blurry images effect, these really are just snap shots of a magic day, somewhere completely different… (continued)
Postcards from a lorry container entertainment venue, behind a double decker bus pizzeria‌ Yep, sounds like Deptford. #bigredstock
Daryl Castillo (top) of Strange Chocolate and Mark Sampson repping South East London in fine style.
The Big Red Day
Love, Peace, Music
Ceri James - not only a great musician and composer but also the star turn co-curator of The Big Red Sessions. Touring the UK this summer
Duchess - stunning pop alternatives with a musical depth worthy of further investigation.
The Blind Hearts made new friends with a world class session of first rate harmonic americana
Also managed to grab an awesome set from Nixie In The Pond before their show at The Great Escape.
Jean Genie’s Massive Hugs. A new folky pop favourite and, one woman music network and another co-founder of The Big Red Sessions.
This was the first stripped down live session that French Crops had played , after a rehearsal the night before. They were ace, and are ready for anything. stuff.
Rhiannon The Nightmare #bigredstock
Shouts of “Love Love Love” and “I Love You” for Kosmic Troubadour’s songs of peace.
Everybody Who Came or supported. Made Good Kharma
Kudos to my Playhard copromoter, Heather Minx Ferguson, for booking one of my favourite sets for the live stream show‌ Cold Committee
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Cold Committee The guitar pop tunes of this young rock n roll quartet from North Wales are attracting iinterest. They are in demand at the best shows. Having recently supported Miles Kane, they've been working on new material to unleash on their swelling fan base. They utterly smashed it live, with tight, confident, anthemic delivery at the most recent Playhard live music stream. Off stage they retained a healthy, uncocky attitude that will stand them in good stead for the future. Something special has happened to make this band. How?
How is summer shaping up?
That is 4 Rreal, and part of the Cold Committee effect. Much more will happen for this band, demos are at https://soundcloud.com/coldcommitteemusic
Also ‌been enjoying the sounds of
Rules, VuVuVultures, Swim Deep, Telegram, Youth Man, Battle Of You, Superfood, Nixie In The Pond, Wolf Club Lunar Society, The Evil Son, Saint Max - looking forward to forthcoming Edit/Select and Bleech albums - am still dancing to Kalamity Kate playing Boney M at Polly’s Deptford Army party in The Bunker and rocking to Hedoniacs live for the Jimmy Mizen Foundation.
Rock n Roll Love for‌
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Anyone for Gin In Teacups? Product Of Your Environment is a genuine treasure trove of art with heart and humour. Thank you so much to designer, Rebecca Chitty for the use of her fab as fug images. So much more (from jewellery to babywear!) at the site, including commission possibilities.
www.productofyourenvironment.co.uk/
For Drinking Gin In Teacups, #mpzine LOVES Little Nan’s Bar, UK. Special treasure of an intimate magic hang-out, Like Alice in Wonderland - with booze! Mad hatter hats off to ArtBeat king, Tristan Scutt and his extended family.
5-11pm, Thursday sto Saturdays, above The Bunker, 46, Deptford Broadway, Tristan Town, London SE8 4PH http://littlenans.co.uk/ For Seeing And Hearing Gin In Teacups #mpzine LOVES Fred n Ginger’s amazing music sessions and interviews http://GiTC.TV
End Of The Trail YOUR NEW FAVE LABEL - LIVE! THE GREAT ESCAPE 2013
Monthly Planet spies report that Friday at The Loft in Brighton was one of the must-see highlights This year’s Great Escape festival. Loving the ethics (and passionate energy) of independent label,
End Of The Trail Records http://endofthetrailrecords.co.uk/ - it’s winning them a cream of recommended crop rosta. A few pix from the show (right)
Harriet Jones and below, No Fxd Abode.
Above: Weatherbird. Below: The
Bright Ones.
Nixie In The Pond
Street Party In Soho
BANG BANG ROMEO (This Feeling). Atmospheric anthems punctuated with powerful male and female vocal hooks have seen an exciting new band getting favouriable comparisons including
Leaning heavily upon the sounds of the 60's, creating moods commonly associated with a Tarantino soundtrack, gives them a unique vibe which promises to tear the music scene apart. Having focused on the songwriting process with Clive Martin (Sting / Stereophonics) and Ian Dench (EMF/ Florence And The Machine) and collaborating with Andy Treacey (Faithless/Groove Armada) on ' EP, Bang Bang Romeo have created debut release, their own melodic, dark and emotive soundtrack. A collaboration with internationally acclaimed DJ, Wally Lopez, is due for release through EMI this year. They deserve attention, having worked hard (over 150 live shows nationwide and 10 festivals) the strong start to a future that bodes well. Infectious ear worms are key. There have been TV plays on More 4/BBC as well as radio play (three BBC live sessions) and a headline at Sheffield Leadmill. It would be an understatement to say they are HOT property. (UK Music Review)
https://soundcloud.com/bangbangromeo
Uniqulture in action. Last Thursdays of the month. GigSlutz Show 7-9pm http://opticalradio.net at The Old Police Station DIY Art Centre. Up the road, inclusive multi media music social; ArtBeat 8pm at London Amersham Arms, with GigSlutz buzzed in on the WiFi . Then hand picked, passionate entertainment, DJs, word, art, flyer exchanging, scouting, documenting frolics. Developing a club. Yer all invited, S. E. London / beyond / on & off line. Some kind feedback from artists (and industry/media in attendance every event so far). Recently; April: “one of the best Amersham gigs they have done and really enjoyed it. So please keep us in mind for any of your events in future.” May: “I LOVED playing the Amersham, great sound, really good engineer, good food too! And of course, lovely promoter ;)” (…tech was Sam from Edit/Select, fact fans). Next…
27th June; People Power Peace One Love episode with Photography, Poetry, Comedians, DJs and a band or two coming together at http://facebook.com/artbeat.stars Events. 25th July; The Bright Ones ‘Does She Make Noise’ debut single, London date on their UK tour, with co-headliners, The Hotelles, for the Stage Style Street Style episode.
“The riotous Rocklands scene” (Time Out)
Above. Stage
invasion for the hard hitting punk funk of FRENCH CROPS. Below, GigSlutz interview beats aces, RIVULET after their show
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Mental, brilliant, punky Underworld under radar rock STAR performance from Fearless Vampire Killers. Love seeing this band go from strength to strength. Great night, ace fans (who had queued from early on, and left outlines of talcum powder round Camden). So many facets of Art in the music mix. FVK! FVK! FVK!
One of the best new live musical events for a while the R I V U L E T beat is a treat
‌right up our street. Catch RIVULET live at The Garage on 7th July as part of Emergenza 2013 facebook.com/RivuletMusic
16 HOLE BOOTS
A breath of fresh air. Not your usual indie three minute wonders. Their eclectic blend of post punk under an indulgent icing of Brit Pop, topped with a poison cherry of psychedelia sets them apart from most bands out there and it’s hard for me to compare them to anyone else. Frontman and guitarist Richey, whose vocal style has more than a passing echo of –dare I say – a young Julian Cope, delivers a mix of provoking lyrics to his band’s perfectly crafted pieces of music. This is a band that sound like they have been playing for years, despite only being together since December. http://16holeboots.com http://facebook.com/16holeboots Words -Dizzy Spell Photos - Abby Hubbard
http://www.littlenans.co.uk/
Look out for
Food Fest this summer at The Hootananny Beer Garden in Brixton, London. All day event of tasty live music / street food treats for locals and visitors alike. Get the cuisinescene latest; foodfestforall@gmail.com
Setting up the new Saturday Food Fayre in Deptford Market
Charlie Law A young musician who seamlessly blends pop hooks with the roots of many musical elements, from country and folk to Ed Sheeran and even Dean Martin. In possession of the potential to be a contemporary classic in his own right, this accomplished voice and musicianship is more for enjoying, than labelling with genres. Deceptively simple like the catchiest songs are, and deserving of radio play. Listen out for the name. Live dates and news; http://charlielaw.co.uk/ Photo by Luke Salisbury
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Drum n bass n rock n roll; this band have got the perfect genre clash for right now, with the energy (and pedigree) to pull it off‌
A Cardiff based collective of acclaimed writers/producers; Andy Huntley, Steve Jones, Dave Cauvain and Chris Bangs. It is akin to musical comets colliding into one colossal sound explosion of rock fused thumping bass beats, dirty electro synths, screeching riffs and hooky melodies.
Between them they've had Top 5 chart success, worked, and played with the likes of Iggy Pop, The Charlatans, Primal Scream and Snow Patrol. They come seriously recommended, as award winners for their song writing (BBC, Billboard etc) and have appeared at any major festivals. Their combined influences range from Chase & Status, Rage Against The Machine, Gary Numan to Muse, Depeche Mode, Pendulum and beyond. Basically, momentous music. They individually bring their creative dimension to Killer In You to conjure a united, refreshingly, versatile approach to composing and production. Their debut single ‘Break Control’, precedes a debut album, ‘Signs' (mixed and mastered by Paul Durrant and Nic Palmer (whose credits include Stereophonics, Super Furry Animals). A band on a musical journal that will take them to every place imaginable. 'Infectiously melodic beat filled album .… Killer In You are really getting the dance rock collision right... ones to watch for 2013!' ('Hybrid') https://www.facebook.com/KILLERINYOUOFFICIAL
‘A Flash Of Darkness’ Mark Morriss 'Its Hard To Be Good All The Time' is not just an epic, soaring stand out earworm of a tune on new album, 'A Flash Of Darkness' but also a fact of life. Luckily, this new release was worth every penny of the Pledge campaign that made it happen.
Lyrically, 'A Flash Of Darkness' is the aural equivalent of chapters in a short film. There's both a grand, dark interpretation of the Kavinsky track 'Nightcall' and an uplifting, rocking out lullaby; 'Sleep Song' which gets all, well, horny Musician, composer, poet, before fading out the last vocalist, raconteur, gentleman scene. and national treasure, Mark Morriss has released a I'll be honest, I'd waited confident collection of songs, until I could be with an instantly classic undisturbed to hear this. sound that pays homage to I'm one of the many music popular music song crafting people for who(m?) the from the 60s onwards. songs of Mark, and his previous incarnation as The title track kicks things off lead singer of The dramatically, like a salsa Bluetones, are part of my Simon & Garfunkel life and memories. soundtracking a spaghetti western, before bringing that I already knew I LOVED distinctive voice to the fore in track 6, 'Low Company', 'Consuela' an anthem to from the moment I heard it heart broken breaking up. pre-release on line, and performed live. Gladly, the
anticipation to hear the whole LP was rewarded. 'Space Cadet' sounds like a sing-along indie club hit, time travelled from the 90s with some trademark Morriss key changes.
A consumate hard worker, Mark spends much of his time on the road, visiting audiences old and new, to play these songs, exchange conversations and elicit smiles wherever he goes.
‘A Flash Of Darkness’ encompasses an extended family of multi instrumental talent (including producer, Gordon Mills, fellow exBluetone, Adam Devlin, Matt Berry (who Mark has been touring with) and one-to-watch singer, Lillian Todd Jones.
His repertoire just grew, substantially. One of the great British entertainers of modern times has just released one of the nation's aural pleasures of 2013.
This unexplainable era in time, that we all inhabit has inspired Mark’s tales of experiences from family life and being a pop star, to still being a popular musician who was born a star). “This Is The Lie (And That's The Truth)” is something we can relate to at any time of our own lives. “I talk to myself a lot more these days... and that's good”...
markmorrissmusic.co.uk/
Super Mutant and Peter Parker’s Rock n Roll Club Live at Panda~Power! the travelling music social, presented by Jean Genie Graham. (Camden Wheelbarrow, May 013)
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HO City Showcase Soho Flea Market, June 2013