‘ Headwind ’ delivers an early taste of summer-infested struggle wrapped in a bittersweet guitar-heavy delight. The Silver Bars  are taking to the spotlight with a sound similar to that of The Mysterines  and Gathering of Strangers , leaving many fans aching for more.  This single is the third to follow the release of the band’s 2023 EPs ‘ Modern Features ’ and ‘ Peace in Our Time ’, defining a new era of music for the five-piece collective. The song travels through a mix of

2025 didn't just bring us some incredible albums and some defining releases from the biggest voices in the Indie world, it also uncovered a slew of exciting new voices who we believe are in for a huge 2026. From scrappy Indie Rock youngsters to bands who are on the crest of a wave ready to plunge into their debut albums, here's an unordered list of acts you need to watch out for this year. søftbleach Reminiscent of early 2000s alt rock, ‘fight or flight’  holds a temper force

Jazz legend Courtney Pine returns to Liverpool's Tung Auditorium on Saturday 14th March with this award-winning show, House of Legends . Courtney Pine (Credit: One Fell Swoop) In 1986 a 22 year old Courtney Pine appeared on the front cover of the iconic British music publication NME, he is the only Black British jazz artist to do so - the last quote in a two page interview read “You know I’m doing this for a reason” and you better believe he still is… House of Legends is a ve

On Friday night, the Liverpool's O2 Academy saw Man/Woman/Chainsaw supported by Little Grandad. This event is probably best described as the inside of the weird kid's orchestra practice room. There were instruments scattered around the stage, a couple of the performers had made it into suits but most of them were in stripy tights and graphic tshirts, and the music was an experimental mixing pot of everything from David Bryne to  Fat White Family. And it was brilliant.  Little

Creepy Crawly , the project of songwriter Rachel Cawley , brings a sound reminiscent of early 2000s Indie with the newest single ‘ Buttercup’. The sweet and subtle intro consisting of beautiful acoustic chords accompanied by light drumming of quaint cymbals is perfect for the current changing of seasons from winter into spring.  The instrumental exudes life faintly hinting at the hope for better days ahead, the guitar itself almost fruiting throughout the song like a flower w

‘Magic’  immediately begins with a motif that Rachel Rimmer , the frontwoman behind Hot Springs , declares with a mysterious ambiance,  “I’ve got magic in my pocket” . However, she does not wish to elaborate upon her sorcery, “ You can’t have it!” , perhaps preferring to show rather than to tell.  ‘Magic’  quickly catapults itself into an infectious groove, The bass and drums become the driving force behind the song, providing a steady canvas onto which Rachel  projects her d

Dutch seven-piece Son Mieux have cultivated a distinctly bright sound that is a testament to the talent of each individual. Their new single ‘Dark Before The Dawn’ is vast and exciting. Dynamic instrumentals and crisp vocals create an anthemic track full of infectious optimism.   Bouncy strings open the track with an energetic lightness, before the voices of Camiel Meiresonne and Maud Akkermans effortlessly trade lines, each one crisp and resonant, elevating and compliment

After dropping their sophomore album 'NATIONAL AVERAGE' last summer, completely by surprise, Black Country duo BIG SPECIAL immediately cemented their place as one of the most exciting new Rock acts in the country. Their blend of cynical social commentary and angsty Punk attitude blended with moments of more thoughtful, vocal reflections has hints of Yard Act and Sleaford Mods while also embodying a definitively unique spirit all of their own. Photo credit: @honeyrobertsp

Norwegian rockers Poor Bambi really know how to immerse you in sound. Their music has a knack for making you lose yourself in the middle of a dense sonic whirlwind and this has never been more true that on their debut album ‘Skyscrapers Soaring, Yet We’re Drowning’ .  The title track opens the proceedings with an instant wall of noise! A cacophony of densely layered guitar textures and thrashing drums unleash hell and immediately trap you in a dramatic Punk Rock tension. The