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Showing posts with label Circa Waves. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Circa Waves. Show all posts
Monday, 9 November 2015
[GIG REVIEW] Circa Waves @ Molotow, Hamburg, 6th November 2015
Few venues in Germany can claim to have legendary status such as Hamburg's Molotow. Located directly on the famous "Reeperbahn" the small club has seen both great German and International bands take to the stage. Liverpool's Circa Waves performed in front of a full venue. The band's catchy indie-rock sound was, unfortunately, messed up by bad sound mixing leading to frustration amongst some of the gig-goers. The band, however, didn't let this problem stop them having fun, leading to a great atmosphere spread by their infectious good mood.
Wednesday, 16 September 2015
[FESTIVAL REVIEW] Dcode Festival, Madrid, Spain, 12th September 2015
This year was Dcode Festival's fifth anniversary and with a lineup comprising of a variety of well-established British and Spanish artists, this was obviously going to be an incredible day out. The festival took place in the Ciudad Universitaria, located near the Madrid city centre which made it easily accessible for all those attending. This year, the festival was slightly different with doors opening at the earlier time of 11.30am (instead of the usual 4pm), meaning that there were activities such as football matches and live music at the smaller Tentaciones stage from 12pm.
Popular Spanish band 'Trajano!' kicked off the festival with a short set that proved popular with numerous 'Madrileños', as they are one of Spain's newer up-and-coming bands. The Tentaciones stage line-up followed with an inevitably strong set from Brit favourites, 'Wolf Alice', who performed a flawless 50-minute long set, shortly later announcing their 2016 EU tour where they would be returning to Madrid in February. Indie Spanish band 'The Parrots', were once again their enthusiastic selves and got the crowd going in the early afternoon. The energy was evident throughout the atmosphere at the Tentaciones stage after their set as everyone left with a smile on their faces. Fresh faced London-based singer-songwriter Flo Morrissey was a crowd favourite at the small stage, performing delicate tunes full of insight and maturity, she captured the attention of every individual in an instant.
As the day progressed, more people gathered at the two main stages (Escenario Dcode and Escenario Heineken) to see the main acts of the day perform from 4pm. The great thing about these two stages is that they are located literally next to each other, so no acts overlap and as soon as one ends you have five minutes to run to the other stage to see the next act start and so forth. Therefore, you never miss any of the music. Spanish indie girl group 'Hinds' announced that they were stranded in Mallorca airport just before their set was due at 5pm, however, this was all quickly resolved and 'Gold Lake' played an intriguing set in their slot. Shortly after this, 'Hinds' appeared on the Dcode stage at a later time of 7.20pm to perform a full show which was a great relief for a lot of the audience attending Dcode as they were undoubtedly one of the most popular and hyped acts of the festival. 'Hinds' are definitely one of those bands that are ones to watch, they had such an energetic and explicitly happy stage presence that it was impossible not to dance along with them to their catchy tracks. They even provoked a short stage invasion which added to the excitement of their slot even more.
Immediately when Hinds ended, the audience all rushed to the Escenario Heineken to catch festival favourites 'The Vaccines,' and boy, what a performance they did. The London band managed to pack in sixteen popular tracks from all three albums in their hour-long set, ranging from new single '20/20' to the slower acoustic 'Melody Calling' and ending on a high with 'Norgaard'. The whole audience sang every lyric back to lead singer Justin Young which proved that 'The Vaccines' are still dominating the modern music industry all over the world and will continue to do so.
Liverpudlian band 'Circa Waves' headlined the smaller Tentaciones stage with such a happy and energetic set those who had chosen to see them instead of Suede felt like they had most definitely made the right decision. Performing album hits such as 'T Shirt Weather' and 'Fossils', the band did not disappoint and made their mark on Spanish ground.
At the late time of 2.30am, 'Foals', took to the Escenario Dcode with an hour long set which was extremely similar to their Reading set with hits old and new, they got the crowd going. 'My number' proved to be a favourite as did the heavier songs such as 'What Went Down'. Again, Foals proved that they are going to be the festival headliners of the future with a faultless set full of variation and intricacy.
Crystal Fighters successfully closed the Spanish Festival with a vibrant set full of colourful costumes, flags and jungle themed backdrops. Already happy to be back on Spanish turf, the band responded to an eager receptive audience and were enthusiastic as always.
Dcode Festival was most definitely the best way to end a summer full of festivals, with a line-up to die for and weather that will not disappoint, the Spanish festival was a success. The atmosphere was also a main contributing factor to the enthusiasm of the festival itself.
Popular Spanish band 'Trajano!' kicked off the festival with a short set that proved popular with numerous 'Madrileños', as they are one of Spain's newer up-and-coming bands. The Tentaciones stage line-up followed with an inevitably strong set from Brit favourites, 'Wolf Alice', who performed a flawless 50-minute long set, shortly later announcing their 2016 EU tour where they would be returning to Madrid in February. Indie Spanish band 'The Parrots', were once again their enthusiastic selves and got the crowd going in the early afternoon. The energy was evident throughout the atmosphere at the Tentaciones stage after their set as everyone left with a smile on their faces. Fresh faced London-based singer-songwriter Flo Morrissey was a crowd favourite at the small stage, performing delicate tunes full of insight and maturity, she captured the attention of every individual in an instant.
As the day progressed, more people gathered at the two main stages (Escenario Dcode and Escenario Heineken) to see the main acts of the day perform from 4pm. The great thing about these two stages is that they are located literally next to each other, so no acts overlap and as soon as one ends you have five minutes to run to the other stage to see the next act start and so forth. Therefore, you never miss any of the music. Spanish indie girl group 'Hinds' announced that they were stranded in Mallorca airport just before their set was due at 5pm, however, this was all quickly resolved and 'Gold Lake' played an intriguing set in their slot. Shortly after this, 'Hinds' appeared on the Dcode stage at a later time of 7.20pm to perform a full show which was a great relief for a lot of the audience attending Dcode as they were undoubtedly one of the most popular and hyped acts of the festival. 'Hinds' are definitely one of those bands that are ones to watch, they had such an energetic and explicitly happy stage presence that it was impossible not to dance along with them to their catchy tracks. They even provoked a short stage invasion which added to the excitement of their slot even more.
Immediately when Hinds ended, the audience all rushed to the Escenario Heineken to catch festival favourites 'The Vaccines,' and boy, what a performance they did. The London band managed to pack in sixteen popular tracks from all three albums in their hour-long set, ranging from new single '20/20' to the slower acoustic 'Melody Calling' and ending on a high with 'Norgaard'. The whole audience sang every lyric back to lead singer Justin Young which proved that 'The Vaccines' are still dominating the modern music industry all over the world and will continue to do so.
Sadly, due to medical reasons, Sam Smith had to pull out of his slot, however, he was rightfully replaced by Mallorcan band 'L.A' who have an American vibe and are extremely popular with the Spanish crowd so there weren't too many unhappy faces around. They filled the festival with an exuberayting atmosphere which could be seen and felt throughout.
At the late time of 2.30am, 'Foals', took to the Escenario Dcode with an hour long set which was extremely similar to their Reading set with hits old and new, they got the crowd going. 'My number' proved to be a favourite as did the heavier songs such as 'What Went Down'. Again, Foals proved that they are going to be the festival headliners of the future with a faultless set full of variation and intricacy.
Crystal Fighters successfully closed the Spanish Festival with a vibrant set full of colourful costumes, flags and jungle themed backdrops. Already happy to be back on Spanish turf, the band responded to an eager receptive audience and were enthusiastic as always.
Dcode Festival was most definitely the best way to end a summer full of festivals, with a line-up to die for and weather that will not disappoint, the Spanish festival was a success. The atmosphere was also a main contributing factor to the enthusiasm of the festival itself.
Tuesday, 28 April 2015
Circa Waves unveil "Stuck In My Teeth" video + announce UK tour
Circa Waves' debut album "Young Chasers" is out now, but that's not stopped the band from having any more fun, as you can see from their latest video for "Stuck In My Teeth". They've also announced a UK-wide tour for October, you can check out the dates just below.
Circa Waves' UK Tour
October
8 - Norwich, Waterfront
9 - Bristol, O2 Academy
10 - London, O2 Academy Brixton
13 - Glasgow, ABC
14 - Manchester, Academy
16 - Birmingham, Institute
17 - Oxford, O2 Academy
Watch / [YOUTUBE]
Circa Waves' UK Tour
October
8 - Norwich, Waterfront
9 - Bristol, O2 Academy
10 - London, O2 Academy Brixton
13 - Glasgow, ABC
14 - Manchester, Academy
16 - Birmingham, Institute
17 - Oxford, O2 Academy
Watch / [YOUTUBE]
Tuesday, 16 December 2014
Circa Waves announce début album "Young Chasers"
The Liverpudlian band has finally announced their long-awaited début album, "Young Chasers" was recorded at RAK Studios by Dan Grech and pitches in with 13 tracks including some previous singles too. "Young Chasers" will be released 30th March 2015 through Virgin.
"Young Chasers"
1. Get Away
2. T-Shirt Weather
3. Fossils
4. Lost It
5. My Love
6. Deserve This
7.Young Chasers
8. Good For Me
9. Stuck In My Teeth
10. Best Years
11. The Luck Has Gone
12. So Long
13. Talking Out Loud
// 2015 Live Dates \\
April
8 - Newcastle Riverside
9 - Glasgow Garage
10 - Sheffield Leadmill
11 - Liverpool Academy
13 - Nottingham Rescue Rooms
14 - Birmingham Library at the Institute
16 - Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
17 - London Shepherd’s Bush Empire
18 - Manchester Ritz
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Watch / [YOUTUBE]
"Young Chasers"
1. Get Away
2. T-Shirt Weather
3. Fossils
4. Lost It
5. My Love
6. Deserve This
7.Young Chasers
8. Good For Me
9. Stuck In My Teeth
10. Best Years
11. The Luck Has Gone
12. So Long
13. Talking Out Loud
// 2015 Live Dates \\
April
8 - Newcastle Riverside
9 - Glasgow Garage
10 - Sheffield Leadmill
11 - Liverpool Academy
13 - Nottingham Rescue Rooms
14 - Birmingham Library at the Institute
16 - Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
17 - London Shepherd’s Bush Empire
18 - Manchester Ritz
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Watch / [YOUTUBE]
Tuesday, 2 December 2014
Sounds of 2015 - #18 - Circa Waves
Circa Waves have been slowly but surely biding their time on the circuit, with a surprise opening slot at The O2 Arena for Two Door Cinema Club the Scouse quartet have been gaining momentum ever since. For fans of most indie bands ever, the Liverpudlian band have been bringing upbeat, indie-pop tunes to festival stages all summer, going all around the UK and Europe too. They always get a bouncy crowd, singing back lyrics with an atmosphere similar to the days of The Pigeon Detectives and The Wombats.
2015 will be seeing them embark on a UK wide tour, and the release of their new single "Fossils", and after big tour supports with Interpol and Royal Blood they're certainly on the way to being a massive band. They encompass the whole 'Indie' genre with elements of The Vaccines right through to Wombats and Arctic Monkeys and as far as I'm concerned they're onto a winner!
Get yourself to one of their shows and sweat it out with them before they're playing much bigger venues, 2015 is going to be a big year for the quartet!
// 2015 Live Dates \\
April
8 - Newcastle Riverside
9 - Glasgow Garage
10 - Sheffield Leadmill
11 - Liverpool Academy
13 - Nottingham Rescue Rooms
14 - Birmingham Library at the Institute
16 - Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
17 - London Shepherd’s Bush Empire
18 - Manchester Ritz
Follow / [FACEBOOK]
Watch / [YOUTUBE]
2015 will be seeing them embark on a UK wide tour, and the release of their new single "Fossils", and after big tour supports with Interpol and Royal Blood they're certainly on the way to being a massive band. They encompass the whole 'Indie' genre with elements of The Vaccines right through to Wombats and Arctic Monkeys and as far as I'm concerned they're onto a winner!
Get yourself to one of their shows and sweat it out with them before they're playing much bigger venues, 2015 is going to be a big year for the quartet!
// 2015 Live Dates \\
April
8 - Newcastle Riverside
9 - Glasgow Garage
10 - Sheffield Leadmill
11 - Liverpool Academy
13 - Nottingham Rescue Rooms
14 - Birmingham Library at the Institute
16 - Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
17 - London Shepherd’s Bush Empire
18 - Manchester Ritz
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Watch / [YOUTUBE]
Tuesday, 25 November 2014
Circa Waves plot UK tour for April 2015
Shortly after they revealed their brand new track "Fossils", Circa Waves have revealed their UK tour for April of next year, with some pretty big venues on it too. It included The Ritz in Manchester as well as Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
Full tour dates are below - and tickets are from your usual retailers.
Circa Waves' April UK Tour - 2015
8 - Newcastle Riverside
9 - Glasgow Garage
10 - Sheffield Leadmill
11 - Liverpool Academy
13 - Nottingham Rescue Rooms
14 - Birmingham Library at the Institute
16 - Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
17 - London Shepherd’s Bush Empire
18 - Manchester Ritz
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Watch / [YOUTUBE]
Full tour dates are below - and tickets are from your usual retailers.
Circa Waves' April UK Tour - 2015
8 - Newcastle Riverside
9 - Glasgow Garage
10 - Sheffield Leadmill
11 - Liverpool Academy
13 - Nottingham Rescue Rooms
14 - Birmingham Library at the Institute
16 - Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
17 - London Shepherd’s Bush Empire
18 - Manchester Ritz
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Watch / [YOUTUBE]
Circa Waves reveals new single "Fossils"
Circa Waves last night unveiled their brand new single "Fossils" via Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show, and you can listen to a rip of the track below. It's the latest in the big wave of Mid-00's Indie-Rock-Revival bands and their new single is out 19th January, backed by a cover of The Ronettes' "Be My Baby".
The single was produced by Dan Grech (The Vaccines, The New Union and Seasfire)
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The single was produced by Dan Grech (The Vaccines, The New Union and Seasfire)
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Tuesday, 19 August 2014
10 Refreshing Acts To See At Reading and Leeds
It's that time of the year again, Reading and Leeds time, and boy hasn't it come round quick? Whilst the inevitable names of Queens Of The Stone Age, Arctic Monkeys and Blink-182 will be the names on most people's lips, it's the other acts which contribute just as much to one of Britain's most loved festivals.
Here's 10 acts you may not have seen yet, or even heard of, who will bring something new to the Reading and Leeds party...
NME/BBC Radio 1 Stage
Royal Blood (Saturday at Reading)
They're probably the hottest band around right now. With a debut album just around the corner, expect a huge crowd and some breath-taking bass playing from this duo. See them inside Reading's most famous tent quick before they start to sell out arenas.
Don Broco (Saturday at Reading)
Last year, Don Broco brought to life the main stage at Reading, with mosh pits and flinging rubber dinghies galore. Their upbeat pop-punk music is unmissable, as are their energetic live shows.
The Kooks (Sunday at Reading)
Remember them? They're hardly a new talent, but they're sure to bring something extra special to Reading and Leeds this weekend after their surprise set at Glastonbury earlier this summer. Expect some classics and some new material too.
Jungle (Sunday at Reading)
Another duo in the limelight recently, and rightly so. Be prepared for the NME/Radio 1 stage to take off with these two on Tuesday afternoon. Debut, self-titled album 'Jungle' could gather one of the biggest crowds of the weekend, ready for some soulful dance music.
BBC Radio 1 Dance
Flume (Sunday at Reading)
If you like your dance, check this man out. He's headlining the Radio 1 Dance stage on Sunday night and rightly so. Expect a sweaty crowd and remixes which will churn your stomach with bass.
Festival Republic
Bipolar Sunshine (Friday at Reading)
Bipolar Sunshine has been a radio hit recently and hopefully he can bring his summery indie tunes to the fields of Reading and Leeds. He's second down from Palma Violets on the Friday afternoon!
Southern (Friday at Reading)
Southern are the bluesy-folk brother and sister duo of Thom and Lucy Southern. Not only are their live shows a jovial experience but they're also so humble in what they do. They've got an early slot on Friday so there's no excuses not to check them out.
Circa Waves (Saturday at Reading)
For fans of most indie bands ever, the Liverpudlian band have been bringing upbeat, indie-pop tunes to festival stages all summer. Expect a bouncy crowd, singing back lyrics with an atmosphere similar to the days of The Pigeon Detectives and The Wombats.
Saint Raymond (Sunday at Reading)
Saint Raymond can be found in a similar bracket to the recently broken through George Ezra. Whilst Ezra is deep and brooding, Saint Raymond is a light-hearted hit with the ladies and his poppy tunes have been surfing the charts.
BBC Introducing Stage
All We Are (Saturday at Reading)
All We Are are the act to go and see on the BBC Introducing Stage this year. Their music can be compared to the likes of Metronomy and their track, 'Feel Safe', is one of the most under-rated tracks of the year so far!
By Joshua Shreeve (@JJShreeve)
Here's 10 acts you may not have seen yet, or even heard of, who will bring something new to the Reading and Leeds party...
NME/BBC Radio 1 Stage
Royal Blood (Saturday at Reading)
They're probably the hottest band around right now. With a debut album just around the corner, expect a huge crowd and some breath-taking bass playing from this duo. See them inside Reading's most famous tent quick before they start to sell out arenas.
Don Broco (Saturday at Reading)
Last year, Don Broco brought to life the main stage at Reading, with mosh pits and flinging rubber dinghies galore. Their upbeat pop-punk music is unmissable, as are their energetic live shows.
The Kooks (Sunday at Reading)
Remember them? They're hardly a new talent, but they're sure to bring something extra special to Reading and Leeds this weekend after their surprise set at Glastonbury earlier this summer. Expect some classics and some new material too.
Jungle (Sunday at Reading)
Another duo in the limelight recently, and rightly so. Be prepared for the NME/Radio 1 stage to take off with these two on Tuesday afternoon. Debut, self-titled album 'Jungle' could gather one of the biggest crowds of the weekend, ready for some soulful dance music.
BBC Radio 1 Dance
Flume (Sunday at Reading)
If you like your dance, check this man out. He's headlining the Radio 1 Dance stage on Sunday night and rightly so. Expect a sweaty crowd and remixes which will churn your stomach with bass.
Festival Republic
Bipolar Sunshine (Friday at Reading)
Bipolar Sunshine has been a radio hit recently and hopefully he can bring his summery indie tunes to the fields of Reading and Leeds. He's second down from Palma Violets on the Friday afternoon!
Southern (Friday at Reading)
Southern are the bluesy-folk brother and sister duo of Thom and Lucy Southern. Not only are their live shows a jovial experience but they're also so humble in what they do. They've got an early slot on Friday so there's no excuses not to check them out.
Circa Waves (Saturday at Reading)
For fans of most indie bands ever, the Liverpudlian band have been bringing upbeat, indie-pop tunes to festival stages all summer. Expect a bouncy crowd, singing back lyrics with an atmosphere similar to the days of The Pigeon Detectives and The Wombats.
Saint Raymond (Sunday at Reading)
Saint Raymond can be found in a similar bracket to the recently broken through George Ezra. Whilst Ezra is deep and brooding, Saint Raymond is a light-hearted hit with the ladies and his poppy tunes have been surfing the charts.
BBC Introducing Stage
All We Are (Saturday at Reading)
All We Are are the act to go and see on the BBC Introducing Stage this year. Their music can be compared to the likes of Metronomy and their track, 'Feel Safe', is one of the most under-rated tracks of the year so far!
By Joshua Shreeve (@JJShreeve)
Friday, 11 July 2014
Peace, Swim Deep and Circa Waves to support The Libertines
The bands have all been announced to support The Libertines over the 3 shows they'll be performing at Alexandra Palace in North London.
The Libertines UK dates in September
26 London Alexandra Palace (w/ Peace)
27 London Alexandra Palace (w/ Swim Deep)
28 London Alexandra Palace (w/ Circa Waves)
The Libertines UK dates in September
26 London Alexandra Palace (w/ Peace)
27 London Alexandra Palace (w/ Swim Deep)
28 London Alexandra Palace (w/ Circa Waves)
Friday, 13 June 2014
Circa Waves share video for "Young Chasers"
Liverpudlian band Circa Waves last week unveiled their new single "Young Chasers", and now you can watch the video for it. It certainly looks like they had fun while recording it as involves the lead character causing mayhem.
The single pitches in at just over two minutes, and kinda confirms our theory that they're the best part of a mixture of The Vaccines and The Wombats. Check out the video below, and check out a cover of them performing Phoenix's "1901" here too.
Buy / Circa Waves - Young Chasers
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The single pitches in at just over two minutes, and kinda confirms our theory that they're the best part of a mixture of The Vaccines and The Wombats. Check out the video below, and check out a cover of them performing Phoenix's "1901" here too.
Buy / Circa Waves - Young Chasers
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Listen / [SOUNDCLOUD]
Monday, 9 June 2014
10 Of The Best Tracks We Heard This Week (w/e 8th June)
It's that time of the week again, the beginning - BUT if you've feel liked you have missed out on anything we have a quick run down of TEN of the best tracks from the past 7 days. We're nearly half the way through the year too, flip me it's gone quickly!
Anyway, here we go!
Haus - Ceasfire
Last weeks' Track of the week - Their most recent track is a slower track of theirs, "Ceasefire" starts off with the bass and a light guitar, with a burst of vocals and a splash of summery guitar lines coming in after. The track is certainly a laid back number, maybe written while they were touring with Jaws, as it does have a slightly surf feel to it, but one thing is for certain. It's a bright summer anthem that will certainly have you swooning for more from the infectious band from North London.
Pool - What It Is
The electronic trio from Hamburg in Germany are back with a bright new track called "What It Is". We're premièring both the soundcloud stream of the single and their video that they recorded while on tour. With duel vocals layered out thick bass lines, light melodic guitar bursts and tight production this track is one of those three minute gems that you would always play when the sun comes out, it's certainly going to be one of our summer anthems.
Delamere - Do You Want Me? (Frett Remix)
So it looks like that Frett aren't just good at making music, but are also great at remixing others too! They've taken Delamere's track "Do You Want Me?" and have turned it into a track similar to that of The 1975's interlude tracks crossed with Alt-J's oddness.
Certainly a great electronic remix.
The Ting Tings - Wrong Club
Six years later, it's very easy to not think much of The Ting Tings after an identity crisis second album that didn't create half the buzz the first album generated. It's surprising but nice to say the indie pop duo are back with a disco stormer entitled 'Wrong Club'.
Circa Waves - Young Chasers
Circa Waves have a brand new single, "Young Chasers" really does remind us of The Vaccines when they released their first album, a wash of surfy guitars, oohs and ahhs, sweet melodic fuzz and anthematic verses.
Tenterhook - Chemicals
Tenterhook - aka Archie Faulks - is a singer-songwriter who sold out his FIRST EVER show at the famous Jazz Servants Quarters in East London earlier this year. His latest demo is called "Chemicals" and the full version will appear on his début EP which is due out in September.
Cloud Boat - Hideaway
The utter legends that are Cloud Boat have unveiled a brand new track called "Hideaway", we were blown away by their track "Carmine" earlier on in the year and this one simply blows it away. If you could imagine Clock Opera's début (and only) album mixed in with some James Blake production then you have "Hideaway".
Klaxons - Show Me a Miracle
Klaxons are well known for not holding back, and their video for "Show Me a Miracle" has big nods to Kanye's "Bound 2" video, you can clearly see what I'm on about if you watch the video. Please be sober when watching this, or you'll be freaked out!
Their album "Love Frequency" was out June 2nd, buy it now on iTunes and all good record shops!
Wild Cub - Hold On, We're Going Home
Wild Cub have had quite the 12 months, their début album came out, they've played SXSW, toured with The 1975 and have played their own sell out headline shows too. The guys have had a lot of fun and it easily shows with their cover of Drake's "Hold On, We're Going Home".
Childhood - Falls Away (Jack Savidge / Friendly Fires Remix)
Jack Savidge of Friendly Fires has taken Childhood's single "Fall Away" and has remixed it and the results are FAB! The track is now a house laden track with added synths and bright electronic bursts, far from the original!
Anyway, here we go!
Haus - Ceasfire
Last weeks' Track of the week - Their most recent track is a slower track of theirs, "Ceasefire" starts off with the bass and a light guitar, with a burst of vocals and a splash of summery guitar lines coming in after. The track is certainly a laid back number, maybe written while they were touring with Jaws, as it does have a slightly surf feel to it, but one thing is for certain. It's a bright summer anthem that will certainly have you swooning for more from the infectious band from North London.
Pool - What It Is
The electronic trio from Hamburg in Germany are back with a bright new track called "What It Is". We're premièring both the soundcloud stream of the single and their video that they recorded while on tour. With duel vocals layered out thick bass lines, light melodic guitar bursts and tight production this track is one of those three minute gems that you would always play when the sun comes out, it's certainly going to be one of our summer anthems.
Delamere - Do You Want Me? (Frett Remix)
So it looks like that Frett aren't just good at making music, but are also great at remixing others too! They've taken Delamere's track "Do You Want Me?" and have turned it into a track similar to that of The 1975's interlude tracks crossed with Alt-J's oddness.
Certainly a great electronic remix.
The Ting Tings - Wrong Club
Six years later, it's very easy to not think much of The Ting Tings after an identity crisis second album that didn't create half the buzz the first album generated. It's surprising but nice to say the indie pop duo are back with a disco stormer entitled 'Wrong Club'.
Circa Waves - Young Chasers
Circa Waves have a brand new single, "Young Chasers" really does remind us of The Vaccines when they released their first album, a wash of surfy guitars, oohs and ahhs, sweet melodic fuzz and anthematic verses.
Tenterhook - Chemicals
Tenterhook - aka Archie Faulks - is a singer-songwriter who sold out his FIRST EVER show at the famous Jazz Servants Quarters in East London earlier this year. His latest demo is called "Chemicals" and the full version will appear on his début EP which is due out in September.
Cloud Boat - Hideaway
The utter legends that are Cloud Boat have unveiled a brand new track called "Hideaway", we were blown away by their track "Carmine" earlier on in the year and this one simply blows it away. If you could imagine Clock Opera's début (and only) album mixed in with some James Blake production then you have "Hideaway".
Klaxons - Show Me a Miracle
Klaxons are well known for not holding back, and their video for "Show Me a Miracle" has big nods to Kanye's "Bound 2" video, you can clearly see what I'm on about if you watch the video. Please be sober when watching this, or you'll be freaked out!
Their album "Love Frequency" was out June 2nd, buy it now on iTunes and all good record shops!
Wild Cub - Hold On, We're Going Home
Wild Cub have had quite the 12 months, their début album came out, they've played SXSW, toured with The 1975 and have played their own sell out headline shows too. The guys have had a lot of fun and it easily shows with their cover of Drake's "Hold On, We're Going Home".
Childhood - Falls Away (Jack Savidge / Friendly Fires Remix)
Jack Savidge of Friendly Fires has taken Childhood's single "Fall Away" and has remixed it and the results are FAB! The track is now a house laden track with added synths and bright electronic bursts, far from the original!
Friday, 6 June 2014
Circa Waves unveil new track "Young Chasers"
Circa Waves have a brand new single, "Young Chasers" really does remind us of The Vaccines when they released their first album, a wash of surfy guitars, oohs and ahhs, sweet melodic fuzz and anthematic verses.
You can check out the song below, and if you like it you can BUY it too! - Check out them covering Phoenix's "1901" HERE.
Buy / Circa Waves - Young Chasers
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Listen / [SOUNDCLOUD]
You can check out the song below, and if you like it you can BUY it too! - Check out them covering Phoenix's "1901" HERE.
Buy / Circa Waves - Young Chasers
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Listen / [SOUNDCLOUD]
Friday, 18 April 2014
Watch Circa Waves cover Phoenix's "1901"
Circa Waves are currently in Europe doing some shows, and they've popped into the studio at Le Mouv' and have performed a cover of French Indie-Rockers Phoenix's "1901".
You can watch it below.
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You can watch it below.
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Listen / [SOUNDCLOUD]
Thursday, 6 March 2014
Watch Circa Waves' video for "Stuck In My Teeth"
Hailing from Liverpool, the fresh new trio on the Indie-Pop scene are Circa Waves. With the perfect blend of poppy Two Door Cinema Club and early Vampire Weekend drawing you in, they're certainly radio friendly and are a real toe tapper to boot!
They've got their new video for their latest single up now, scroll on down to check it out!
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They've got their new video for their latest single up now, scroll on down to check it out!
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Monday, 20 January 2014
Interpol to headline NME tour
Interpol are set to go on an 8 date UK tour with Temples, Royal Blood and Circa Waves all set to support them. The NME tour is a yearly event that takes new up and coming bands on the road with a well known headline act.
Interpol are set to release a new album this year so don't be surprised if they'll be playing new songs.
NME Awards Tour 2014 with Austin, Texas will visit:
Glasgow O2 Academy (March 18)
Leeds O2 Academy (19)
Manchester Academy (20)
Liverpool O2 Academy (22)
Nottingham Rock City (23)
Birmingham O2 Academy (25)
Bristol O2 Academy (26)
London O2 Academy Brixton (27)
Read more at http://www.nme.com/news/interpol/74998#MGF3UfRtGkbatVVL.99
Interpol are set to release a new album this year so don't be surprised if they'll be playing new songs.
NME Awards Tour 2014 with Austin, Texas will visit:
Glasgow O2 Academy (March 18)
Leeds O2 Academy (19)
Manchester Academy (20)
Liverpool O2 Academy (22)
Nottingham Rock City (23)
Birmingham O2 Academy (25)
Bristol O2 Academy (26)
London O2 Academy Brixton (27)
Read more at http://www.nme.com/news/interpol/74998#MGF3UfRtGkbatVVL.99
Tuesday, 10 December 2013
Circa Waves announce 2014 tour
The Liverpool band has announced a string of dates at the turn of the year, with them cited as one of the most exciting bands from Liverpool since The Wombats things certainly are on the up for the foursome.
Janruary - 2014:
10 Glasgow, Barrowlands (with Pheonix)
11 Dunfermline, PJ Milloys
12 Aberdeen, Tunnels
13 Glasgow, King Tuts
19 Newcastle, Cluny
20 Sheffield, Leadmill Room 2
21 Manchester, Soup Kitchen
23 Nottingham, Bodega
24 London, Sebright Arms (NME show)
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Janruary - 2014:
10 Glasgow, Barrowlands (with Pheonix)
11 Dunfermline, PJ Milloys
12 Aberdeen, Tunnels
13 Glasgow, King Tuts
19 Newcastle, Cluny
20 Sheffield, Leadmill Room 2
21 Manchester, Soup Kitchen
23 Nottingham, Bodega
24 London, Sebright Arms (NME show)
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Monday, 2 December 2013
Track of the week... Circa Waves - Good For Me
The Liverpool based band have unveiled their new track called "Good For Me", it's the B-Side for their next single, and it's out 2nd of December on Kissability. I have to say, their début single is looking like one of the strongest début singles since Blisseyes came onto the scene earlier in the year. When the track starts off it reminds me of early Vaccines, then into Arctic Monkeys territory in the choruses.
The track is laden with vocal hooks, festival ready guitars and harmonies to sing a long to in massive crowds amongst the mud and rain! There's a hint of Pigeon Detectives with this song too, something that you'll find out when you give it a lot of plays. The best thing is that this is only their third song to hit the internet, and as far as I'm concerned they're onto a winner!
Get yourself to one of their shows and sweat it out with them before they're playing bigger venues, 2014 is going to be a big year for the quartet!
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The track is laden with vocal hooks, festival ready guitars and harmonies to sing a long to in massive crowds amongst the mud and rain! There's a hint of Pigeon Detectives with this song too, something that you'll find out when you give it a lot of plays. The best thing is that this is only their third song to hit the internet, and as far as I'm concerned they're onto a winner!
Get yourself to one of their shows and sweat it out with them before they're playing bigger venues, 2014 is going to be a big year for the quartet!
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Wednesday, 27 November 2013
Circa Waves stream new track "Good For Me"
The Liverpool based band have unveiled their new track called "Good For Me", it's the B-Side for their next single, and it's out 2nd of December on Kissability.
I have to say, their début single is looking like one of the strongest début singles since Blisseyes came onto the scene earlier in the year.
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I have to say, their début single is looking like one of the strongest début singles since Blisseyes came onto the scene earlier in the year.
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Listen / [SOUNDCLOUD]
Monday, 11 November 2013
Introducing... Circa Waves
First impressions are always important for me when hearing a new band and 'Get Away' sounds to me like Circa Waves have hit the ground running! Quick paced and to the point, I think this track is a belter! (although spell-check is screaming at me to change belter I can't think of any better description).
I heard the term "Scouse Arctic Monkeys" used the other day. If this track ends up anywhere near being comparable to the success of 'I bet you look good on the dance-floor' I'm sure these lads would be over the moon. Fingers crossed they maybe take a pointer or two from their Steel City counterparts and don't have all their tracks sounding similar. Worth keeping your ears peeled as recent support for Two Door Cinema Club would indicate big things in the pipeline.
For fans of // Arctic monkeys, The Pigeon Detectives, Palma Violets
Written by Jason Hare
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