Track Of The Day: The Gravity Drive – ‘Shooting Star’

Based near my beloved Bridport (West Dorset), The Gravity Drive have been delivering their ethereal brand of indie pop for a couple of years now – to the acclaim of the likes of BBC Radio 2, 6Music’s Chris Hawkins and Mojo Magazine – and have now shared a charming new single.

As twinkly as the name suggests, ‘Shooting Star’ flows with delicate strummed hooks and glistening vocal harmonies to create a swirling, musically rich pop ballad. Soaring in its effervescent, emotion-strewn splendour, it’s a simply captivating delight for the ears, and a perfect accompaniment to the approaching festive season.

 

‘Shooting Star’ is out now, and make sure you catch The Gravity Drive live at our next night at The Finsbury on 8th December!

 

Mari Lane
@marimindles

 

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LISTEN: Esper Scout – ‘Dividing Marks’

Full of swirling reverb and powerful vocals, Leeds outfit Esper Scout have shared their brand new single ‘Dividing Marks’. Released via Bomb The Twist and Clue Club records, the band are due to share an accompanying video for the track in the next few weeks.

Esper Scout have been busy on the road this year, picking up new followers during a UK tour in support of The Cribs and through radio play from Steve Lamacq on BBC 6Music. They’ll be supporting the band again on December 21st at their sold out residency at The Brudenell in Leeds, alongside GIHEs favourites PINS.

With lyrics inspired by international politics and grassroots concerns, we’re excited to hear more from Esper Scout in the near future.

Listen to ‘Dividing Marks’ below and follow the band on Facebook for more updates.

Kate Crudgington
@KCBobCut

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EP: Drahla – ‘Third Article’

Fans of Sonic Youth and all things alternative to should invest in the debut EP from Leeds three-piece Drahla. The band have released ‘Third Article’ (Produced by Hookworms’ MJ) through their own label Blank Ad; and it’s a sterling cacophony of noise-rock sounds that’ll have you trapped in a 90s alt-nostalgia spiral.

The fast-paced ‘Form Of Luxury’ opens the EP with its restless percussion and jaded vocals, and you’ll “form a line” in preparation for the track’s breakdown which boasts manic riffs and hefty bass. On second track ‘Silk Spirit’, Luciel Brown’s voice sits comfortably above the delightful drone whilst she sings of “walking in the desert” in Kim Gordon-esque style, as reverb and feedback simultaneously clash and combine to make this the stand-out track on the EP.

The penultimate ‘Circuit’ is a brief spiral of noise that leads in to aggressive closing track ‘New Living Creation’. It’s the perfect conclusion to this short but satisfying series of impressive strung-out sounds. ‘The Third Article’ is available to stream via Spotify or Apple Music, and available to purchase on vinyl via Bandcamp. We recommend you invest in Drahla now.

Follow Drahla on Facebook for more updates.

Kate Crudgington
@KCBobCut

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Track Of The Day: Weekend Recovery – ‘Why Don’t You Love Me?’

Coming to the end of a year of success, having headlined infamous venues such as The Alleycat and gained support from the likes of BBC Introducing Kent and NME Presents, Maidstone’s Weekend Recovery follow their last single ‘New Tattoo’ with a brand new offering.

‘Why Don’t You Love Me?’ is filled with all the riotous uplifting hooks and racing riffs you could ever desire. Propelled by a contagious seething energy and frontwoman Lori’s powerful vocals, it’s an instantly infectious slice of perfect punk-pop.

 

‘Why Don’t You Love Me’ is out 30th November via Headcheck Records. Catch Weekend Recovery live in 2018 (visit the band’s Facebook for more details):

1st February – Lady Luck, Canterbury
2nd February – The Unicorn, Camden
10th February – The Shed, Leicester
23rd February – Santiagos, Leeds

 

Mari Lane
@marimindles

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