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The New Realm is a Hard Rock band from London, formed by brothers Lee Alexander (Vocals) and Ryan Margolis (Piano) in 2009. The New Realm has gone on to forge a promising fanbase by supporting a host of legendary artists at some of the UK’s top live music venues and headlining their own shows in London. The duo now releases  Troublemaker from their forthcoming second studio album due out this summer. It's an enjoyable feel-good rock track filled with a big chorus and dazzling melodies that will definitely light up any arena!  The track begins with an electric piano intro that moistens the ears before the listener is addressed by the warm vocals of Alexander cooing “ You! Little Troublemaker” which incorporates gentle subtleties of electric guitar and a steady drumming pattern that erupts with a catchy chorus that is reminiscent of Dave Grohl’s finest work. The song's final breakdown ends with the explosion of huge strikes of bright guitar chords and piano that supplements th...

Jonni Slater now returns with his new single " Lights (Refracted)"  from the upcoming EP “Inversions ”.  A sweet and melancholic track with heartfelt lyrics packed full of raw passion and emotion.  Slater has been described “as being a talented kaleidoscopic and charismatic songwriter”. The Bristol-born Singer-Songwriter has played all over Europe and supported Bastille and Decemberists.  Alongside a continuous programme of sound for 24 days in 24 hours, "Lights (Refracted)" is  a structured form of ambience that gradually builds to a finish. It starts with wistful piano tinkering and Slater’s solitary vocals that create an intimate mood that climaxes with an outpouring of emotions that is not hard to empathise with. The inclusion of backing vocals and drum loop steadily clambers towards the chorus adds density to the overall power of the song’s message.   For Fans of Peter Gabriel. Genesis You can follow Jonni Slater via his website; https://www....

Pretty Gritty delivers a track that is as the band’s name suggests. “ Love Don’t Live Here Anymore” is a sweet and enchanting track that will warm the hearts of anyone suffering in this cold weather.  Pretty Gritty is a Portland-based Male / Female act, sung from the souls of Sarah Wolff and Blaine Heinonen. The duo sings crafted soulful harmonies against well-timed strums and beautiful lyrics. The Americana duo, originally from Rockville, Maryland, met at school where they both played in their respective bands. They crossed paths again when a mutual friend asked them to perform an “Open Mic”. Sarah herself described the name during an interview when describing their sound. “Love Don’t Live Here Anymore” is the latest track taken from their latest album “Seven Year Itch”, produced by Fred Cannon and Paul Buono. Heinonen opens the track with a steady strumming pattern and raw vocal qualities that immediately grab at the heartstrings. Wolff interjects with the chorus to e...

The Cubes are an Indie rock trio based in Liverpool from the brainchild of frontman Jacob Solarek , as part of several projects he has written and performed on his own. Solarek forged The Cubes out of a jamming session between friends back in 2012. After several line-up changes. He is joined in the group by current members Chris Jones (Bass) and Danny Kirkham (Drums.) The trio has appeared at such notable venues in the City as The Cavern, Zanzibar, The Lantern Theatr e and the Scoop event in the City of Liverpool College. . Fall out is the Five- track debut EP from the band that was recorded at Crosstown studios in Liverpool, and is expected to be released soon.  The EP shows promises of an exciting prospect emerging from a city enriched in musical history. The listener is treated to a half-hour mix of poetic lyrics and a well-honed rhythm section that combines Blues, Pop, Funk and Acoustic fused with Solareks raw outpourings through every syllabl...

The Nave Blues hail from Bergen, Norway and are fronted by the multi-talented vocalist/harmonica player Nave Pudnik . a man that aims " intention of becoming the blues you will come to know; Something different, yet familia r " a brand of modern blues combined with Alternative rock. Pudnik promises to make music an “oasis for the masses”.  The brand of Blues he aims to create does not disappoint on this half-hour, 7 track debut with a solid display of soulful crooning, tasty guitar licks, and sonic harmonica play. This EP is a delightful insight into the crossover of classic ebbing towards modern blues.  The opener Sexy Kiss is accompanied by an audiovisual to legendary harmonica player Little Walter , an inspiration to the lead vocalist, and who was inducted into the rock and roll hall of fame in 2008. A blazing roar of that favoured instrument signals the intent with the juxtaposition of sultry vocals that interact between Pudnik and his female counterpart that oozes the ...

Under The Radar (UTR) is a young up-and-coming rock band from Memphis, Tennessee that is slowly making waves in their native homeland. Zeke (Vocals and Lead Guitar) Aged 14, Matt (Bass) Aged 14, and Ryan (Drums) Aged 15 are a trio of precocious teenagers with the aim to start “A new rock revolution". They first formed in 2014 and have opened up for such prestigious acts as Kansas, Brett Michaels , 38 Special, and Saliva. The boys recently released their 8-track Debut LP So  Alive  via Independent Records with its melodic hooks, catchy lyrics, and meaty riffs. This promises not to disappoint any rock fans. The opener 'Boom' erupts with an explosive riff that resonates around the stereo. This track comes with an effective chorus and slick solo that belies the band’s age.   The album takes a more melodic direction with more pop- hook-laden choruses and fuzzy guitars, before the title track  ' Under The Radar' ignites the record with its mesmerizing riffs and...