This album is a huge leap of change since Fontaines D.C. released Skiny Fia in 2022. Romance (XL Recordings) finds the band wandering out into psychedelic Brit Pop. Drugs certainly might explain some of the changes, though Producer James Ford whose resume includes Gorillaz, HAIM, and Depeche Mode certainly explains the mix and how the sounds are presented here. When it comes to the groove of “Starbursters” it’s hard to argue with the results. This Irish band might have shelved The Clash influence that marked their more post-Punk flavor previously, but this does not feel like they are selling out. Continue reading
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EP REVIEW: Snayx – Weaponised Youth: Part 1
Weaponised Youth is the new self-released EP from Brighton-based two-piece Snayx, a band who are fully engaging the cheepy- chappie Electro-Pop-Rock sound that fits right in with the weekend vibe of their seaside hometown. The idea for Snayx was initially bubbling away in conversation between friends Charlie Herridge and Ollie Corner, when the opportunity arose for them to support local south-coast punks Kid Kapichi and the two decided they’d better get some songs together.
Watch Dave Grohl and Greg Kurstin Cover “Rock N Roll All Nite” by Kiss for Night 8 of “Hanukkah Sessions”
Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters and Greg Kurtsin of The Bird and the Bee’s have shared the final edition of their Hanukkah-centric series of covers celebrating Jewish songwriters – Hanukkah Sessions. For night eight watch Dave and Greg cover “Rock N Roll All Nite” by KISS!
Watch Dave Grohl and Greg Kurstin Cover “Train In Vain” by The Clash for Night 7 of “Hanukkah Sessions”
Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters and Greg Kurtsin of The Bird and the Bee’s have shared night seven of their Hanukkah-centric series of covers celebrating Jewish songwriters – Hanukkah Sessions. Watch Dave and Greg cover of The Clash’s “Train In Vain.”
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Shares its Punk and New Wave Collection
During this time of self-isolation and quarantine, we are all just looking to keep entertained and our minds busy. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame thankfully is answering the call, sharing their treasure trove of content from their history. They have shared their Punk and New Wave Collection to watch their YouTube playlist and archival stories from Ramones, Talking Heads, Blondie, Patti Smith Group, The Clash, The Stooges, The Sex Pistols, Lou Reed, and Green Day. The Rock Hall also has history lessons on the genre for rockers of any age!Continue reading
INTERVIEW: From This World – Unearthing the Past to Build the Future
Following the premiere stream of their new single ‘Let It Go’, Ghost Cult caught up over email with the artist known as From This World over email for a Q & A interview to learn more about this project and the motivation behind the music. Armed with an inventive, excellent new album Variations on a Dream our dialogue covers the artist’s self-described “New Classic Rock”, influences, the personal nature of the music and much more!Continue reading