I came across this band on Hype Machine. I was working away and heard nice vocals with street lyrics and wondered who the band was. The recording was raw and live. Then I spotted it was a French name “Coeur de Pirate”, but the song I was listening to was “wicked games” a cover from the Canadian band The Weeknd.
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Once Hoarsebox, I briefly met with This Club a few years back when I was studying sound engineering at the Sound Training Centre in Dublin. Every month for our live sound class, we would organise a live event at the Button Factory where each student had a role for the night. I remember when I heard them while sound checking, I said to FOH engineer: “Are they signed with a label?”, ‘Nope! They are not.” I replied “they are label material. They just need the right moment.” Not that I think all bands should be signed. You know my position on this. Don’t wait for the label to start your career. Do your work. If the label shows you any interest, great. If not, make it happen yourself.
This Club are a talented and charismatic bunch, very energetic and engaging on stage. People like them. I was eager to hear more music from them and they got their right moment. They are now releasing their debut album with Warner Music Ireland. So, here it is, the new single “I won’t worry”
First, I was taken a back by the change of name. It didn’t sit well with me but then, I understood why they did it. I was listening to them as Hoarsebox and not as This Club. Their new pop sound grew on me. They are a band full of life. The new single “I won’t worry” rhythm is contagious. It’s cheerful and lively. That jumping and clapping around is a sure way to put a smile on your face. “No, I won’t worry no more”
I can’t wait to hear more. Great job lads!
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These boys are going places. Having formed only a short while ago they have a concise, mature sound and have done well with making themselves accessible to fans. Although they do need to share a bit more information about themselves, we all like to read-up on bands that interest us.
A sleek neo-mod look, captivating videos and appealing photography. They are working the sexy, rebel, rock-star vibe!
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I discovered Levity Breaks a few months ago and I was quite impressed by their sound. My opinion was and still is that they are a band to watch. For what i’ve heard so far, they produce catchy and melodic tunes with powerful progressions and stunning vocals. On September 22nd, 2011 at the Radar in Belfast, they are officially releasing their new single called “The Floor”.
Solely produced by the band, “The Floor” is a song that makes us wonder why we are doing or not doing something. With Marty’s effortless vocals, Richie’s driving and energetic guitars, Jonny’s hammered pianos and Lenny’s hard hitting drums, it urges us to get up and just do it. The song has a powerful hook and I can easily imagine movie scenes where it could be used.
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I first saw The Karman Line live back in November 2010 and featured them on my Follow Friday blog. When I heard that they were releasing an EP, I couldn’t wait to listen to it. I wasn’t disappointed. Their synchronicity is remarkable. They are guiding the listener to great depth and true aural experience of well maneuvered mixed synths, pads and sound effects. This album has to be listened to on big speakers. The CD is for sale on Bandcamp. Also available is a digital download – no minimal amount required but give them a few quid. It is worth it.
Here are a few questions I’ve asked them:
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When I first listened, I raised my eyebrow. When I do that, it means: mmm… interesting. It made me want to listen more. It sounds pop but not the usual. The vocals have a bit of singer/songwriter feel but more dynamic.
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This is a very talented jazzy Canadian trio called The Lost Fingers. Their last album is called “Lost in the 80′s” where they perform acoustic renditions of 80′s classics that are light hearted and refreshing. Because we know the songs already it works and is very entertaining. Fun and nostalgia combined.
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I came across Toro Y Moi music a few months ago. He was on my Follow Friday list but never got around to writing anything about him yet.. And then, this week I see that he allowed Urban Outfitters to do his music video. I thought his music was very visual in a kind of way.
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I had the opportunity to hear MGB debut EP ‘For The One’s We Knew’ released today and was rockingly impressed. Who said rock is dead? Certainly not with these guys. They are really making their sound huge unlike a lot of the indie bands lately. The mainstream has been flooded with pop music and it is great to finally see a band that has the potential to break it.
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