Single Review... Fixers - Iron Deer Dream

This single is virtually a re-make of two of their biggest singles, 'Iron Deer Dream' is the single they released on the Young And Lost Club label, and 'Swimmhaus San Diego' is a re-model of their stunner 'Swimmhaus Johannesburg' but just change a few bits around and there you go!

Iron Deer Dream:
'Iron Deer Dream' is a a fantastic song, the intro is slow and gains body as it progresses, the tumbling echoing vocals by singer 'Jack' comes in and synths come over the top to provide a anthemic effect. Then the guitar rush comes in and I fell in love with it. The new version just captivates you and wins you all over again! Synths, Guitars and wonderful vocals, you need to buy this!
Out of 10: 9/10



Swimmhaus San Diego:
With classic piano house lines, startling guitar bursts, echo-drenched vocals and a thrilling 4/4 beat. It's pop music in its most bold and forward-thinking sense. Such is their array of influences, Fixers sound never stands still, it's a combination of sonic adventure and their. Fixers create something modern and fresh, and that is exactly what this visionary Oxford-based band embodies. This version sounds a bit more 80's than their last attempt at the song, but overall I'd say it's a great improvement!
Out of 10: 8.5/10

Fixers - Iron Deer Dream (Single)
Out of 10: 8.3/10



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Sounds of 2012 - #9 - Fixers

After getting the free download of their début track 'Amsterdam' around March time of this year I've been really intrigued by this band. Their psychedelic and experimental take on Tropical-Indie guitar based music is a niche that had not been explored until this funky Oxford based band came into being.



So far this year they've released two 7" singles and two 10" EPs, with lots of music already out there to listen to you'd be hard pressed not to find some of their tracks catchy. The latest offering is one of their oldest tracks 'Majesties Ranch' which has been re-reocrded for the latest EP, and it sounds amazing! And even their older music is amazing, they re-released their old 3 track EP that was sold at their gigs in 2010 free, and it's available just at the bottom of the post. With a début album coming at last in 2012, they hype is already starting to gain some momentum, especially since the last EP has got so many rave reviews. Keep a close eye on this band, we'll be following them very closely in the coming year!

Swimmhaus Johannesburg by Fixers.

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News: Get People new track 'Macaw'

The trio from London have had a wonderful success that has gone down to their début single and EP, and they seem to be sitting on more gold with the release of 'Macaw'.



This song will be off their new EP - which is still untitled - which is due out early next year. The EP should once again be some sort of Cosmo-Pop / Tropical-Dub atmoshperic ear delight. As you may know I love this band ever since I saw them open up for Friendly Fires in Heaven earlier this year. The new EP should be stunning based on this track alone!

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News: Fixers - Evil Carbs video

Fixers are known for their Phycadellic and Experimental music, this track is their most Experimental by far. Starting with the video it looks like a retro 70's kids show. What's more is that the track - which is taken from their new EP released December 5th - is the most Psychedelic since their early stuff. The same music they released on the 'Surf-Wax' CD last year.





Fixers are playing The Horn in St Albans tonight and are paying The Independent in Sunderland on the 5th. Their live shows are to remember, they sound so great live and I'd love to hear this new song live too, I can imagine them being even more experimental come the début album.

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Gig Review... Fixers @ Shepherds Bush, London, 14th September 2011

With doors opening at 19:00 instead of 19:30 which was what I was expecting I thought, great Fixers will be on at 19:30... nope... 20:00... nope, they rocked up onto the stage at 20:30, which is fine. I was just being a impatient boy to be honest. Fixers opened up their set with 'Another Lost Apache' which is a bouncy track with riffs and sweet vocals, this got the crowd on their side from the off! After that they went into 'Crystals' which (I would say) is their signature track, this got a lot of radio play and I even noticed a few people singing along to it, I know I was.

At this point I noticed the drum-kit, it had a projection of yellow, red and orange colours on it swirling around, I thought it was a nice addition to this (already) quirky band. 'Uriel' was next up which is the 3rd track in their latest EP and also by coincidence the 3rd track in the set. This is a slower track but then builds up speed towards the end with people banging their heads along to the clunking bass and drums.



Their latest single was the next in the set with synths, fast drumming and quick bursts if guitars, this song basically sealed the deal for me, their best track by far, 'Swimmhaus Johannesburg' is out now for you to buy. 'Iron Deer Dream' and 'Amsterdam' were the next two songs, by their fan-base these are now considered oldies as they constantly keep on releasing EPs, Singles and free songs (which I love by the way). 'Majesties Ranch' closed the set, this track is new to me but you can hear it on youtube, just search for it and you can find thier amazing set closer there, a live recording but still, amazing right??? Of course!

The band is without doubt on top form here proving to me that they are ones to look out for in 2012 when they release their album.

Fixers played:
Another Lost Apache
Crystals
Uriel
Swimmhaus Johannesburg
Iron Deer Dream
Amsterdam
Majesties Ranch

Swimmhaus Johannesburg by Fixers.

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Single Review... Fixers - Swimmhaus Johannesburg

Released as a super limited 7", Fixers are a unique, thrilling psychedelic five-piece in love with Japanese pop, middle eastern music and the dance grooves of late 70s new york. new single 'Swimmhaus Johannesburg' shines a light on these influences.



Swimmhaus Johannesburg:

With classic piano house lines, startling guitar bursts, echo-drenched vocals and a thrilling 4/4 beat. It's pop music in its most bold and forward-thinking sense. Mixed by Alan Moulder, it's destined to cement Fixers as the most exciting new band in the UK. Such is their array of influences, Fixers sound never stands still, it's a combination of sonic adventure and their. Fixers create something modern and fresh, and that is exactly what this visionary Oxford-based band embodies.

Out of 10: 8.5/10







Swimmhaus Johannesburg (Beat Connection Remix):

I'd have to say, I prefer this version a little bit more than the studio one! It's more up-beat and gives something for you to really stomp your feat to, a dance track for the Indie folks to get their converse into. With a house style keys flowing through it and airy vocals this is one for the DJ Set, people wouldn't hate it, not one bit!

Out of 10: 9/10



Fixers - Swimmhaus Johannesburg 7"

Out of 10: 8.8/10



Swimmhaus Johannesburg by Fixers.



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