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New Day: Liverpool’s Lizard drop epic lead single from upcoming EP with Back Again

Posted on 27 August 2022

After impressing all of our earlobes with a magnificent display on Innocence in July, the talented lads from Lizard shows us the story about that person who won’t take no for an answer on Back Again.

Lizard is a groove-all-night-until-the-sun-shines Liverpool, UK-based 4-piece indie alternative rock-jazz fusion act who takes most of their inspiration from legends such as Franz Ferdinand and David Bowie.

”Back Again is about someone being interested in you who you have no interest in and do not like, but they don’t leave you alone despite your best efforts to avoid them or shut them down.” ~ Lizard

Guiding us through a movie-like story about someone who wants a spark to be lit that just isn’t there, Lizard is quite fantastic yet again and takes us on a wild journey that involves changing the locks. Wrapped in excellence and thriving with a beat that might cause your feet to tap for ages, taking us on an expedition that might get your heart beating faster than before.

Back Again from Liverpool, UK-based 4-piece indie alternative rock-jazz fusion outfit Lizard is a fresh single that will have you grinning about that human who just doesn’t get it. After trying to hint that you weren’t keen on a romance, the picture just became blurred and packed with regret.

Sung with a tasty style and featuring their signature groovy delivery, this is a song that will uplift your day and get that head nodding with delight.

Hear this nifty track on Spotify and check out their IG for gig news and more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Sunstack Jones shows us why a tight circle is best on Even Though (feat. Tan Cologne)

Posted on 31 July 2022

Guiding us through a moment that should grab your attention rather quickly as you reflect on your journey so far, Sunstack Jones shows us inside the striking fear of change with a hazy delight to hold you tight with called Even Though (feat. Tan Cologne).

Sunstack Jones is a Liverpool, UK-based 5-piece daydreamy pop-filled shoegaze act that somehow has room for a pinch of reminiscing Americana.

Signed to Mai 68 Records, Sunstack Jones shows us the smokey world in a nutshell right now. Still healing and on a mission to travel (literally anywhere), this is a reminder that through a joint vision, anything is actually possible if the powers mesh together just right. Seeping with an old school feel and never short of cinematic, this is a powerful illusion to bake inside.

‘Even Though‘ (feat. Tan Cologne) from Liverpool, UK-based indie dream pop outfit Sunstack Jones burns through that illuminating sunset which might catch your mind away from the darkness outside. Tinted with a brightened edge that might get you thinking about everything you ever believed before, this is one of those highly memorable records you put on and leave on a loop for hours.

Timeless in feel and enriching to the core is always best.

Hear this new track on Spotify and follow the socials on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Lizard advises us to keep our ‘Innocence’ no matter what the world does

Posted on 28 July 2022

Rattling our eye-sockets with much careful abandon, the lads from Lizard skip their way into our consciousness with a bass-slapping performance to get you into the mood on ‘Innocence‘.

Lizard is a Liverpool, UK-based 4-piece indie alternative rock-jazz fusion band who met while at Uni and has cultivated quite the impressive cult following who pack venues like hungry wolves wherever they go.

When it comes to impressively stimulating new music to wash your scalp with, it doesn’t come more epic than Liverpool’s Lizard, who seems to score like Salah every week with their vibrantly skillful music. There is a glorious anthem here for us all to hold on tightly with, where there is so much gloom and doom everywhere.

‘Innocence‘ from Liverpool, UK-based 4-piece indie alternative band Lizard is an anthem for anyone who has felt a little lost lately. Urging us to close our tired eyes so that we may go back to a time that has only smiles and laughs, this is a rather wonderful song when we needed it most. Pure joy is the ambience here. Rather splendid isn’t it?

Turn this up loud on Spotify and see more moves on their IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Robert John Hanson wonders if he should break the rules this one time on, ‘Another Move’

Posted on 1 June 2022

After showing us inside that sad love with his previously well-received single ‘Blue Cocktail‘, Robert John Hanson feels that he could stay just one more day to see what will happen with, ‘Another Move‘.

Robert John Hanson is a Liverpool, UK-born, Rhode Island, USA-based indie blues singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and music producer who makes electrically timeless harmonies that shall take you into a happier place.

”After moving to the US at age 13, he remained loyal to the British sound and style in music and soon started playing guitar and writing his own songs.” ~ Robert John Hanson

With his supreme storytelling experience and introspective lyrics, Robert John Hanson is in sterling form with an outstanding single that shows you deep inside his mindset that is designed to never have him heartbroken again.

”Written in the aftermath of a close friend’s sudden death The Bitter Suite songs engage the depth and edge of love and loss and the elusive search for a happy ending.” ~ Robert John Hanson

‘Another Move‘ from the Liverpool, UK-born, Rhode Island, USA-based indie blues singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and music producer Robert John Hanson is a candid single loaded with quality guitar playing and a romantic ambience filled with a true story. Sung with that signature gritty style that has you edging the volume upwards, this is a track that will make you think profoundly about who you let close to your heart.

Hear this top new single on Spotify and see more on his IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Gintis reminds us that a bit of paint, love and hope is all we need on, ‘Buildings’

Posted on 30 May 2022

Signalling in the freshly-coated new start that has been needed to truly recover from the pain of the familiar walls that have seen a lot recently, Gintis show that true love and care that is able to transform a new path that shall help heal the scars on, ‘Buildings‘.

Gintis is a North Wales/Liverpool-based pop/country band who has faced so many horrific tragedies recently that have made their connection even tighter than before.

”In early 2020, the band’s frontman Carl Roberts lost his sister Laura – wife of guitarist Jools Neale. The Covid-19 pandemic coincided with Roberts and Neale providing end of life care for Gintis’s biggest champion as she battled breast cancer. Around the same time, the brother of Gintis drummer Gaz xxx lost his life to cardio-myopathy.” ~ Gintis

With a reflective picture that is currently being painted by honest souls who have combined together to support each other when it’s needed most, Gintis are rather superb on a sterling single that shows us all the power of unity.

”Signs of life came with singles Dennis, O My Little Malcontent and Four Movements – all of which gained BBC radio play and sparked excitement among the band’s loyal following of devotees. But a decade has passed without a long-player collection of their sentimental songs for sentimental people.” ~ Gintis

‘Buildings‘ from North Wales/Liverpool-based pop/country band Gintis is an emotional track that puts us right inside where the recuperation is taking place as we speak. With genuine vocals and striking visuals that bring you the paint-soaked work to blanket over the hurt, this is a single that shall possibly have you grabbing the tissues, as the realness is quite overpowering at times.

Music is the language that can decipher all emotions, and take us all into a better place where hope is possible.

See this new music video on YouTube and see more on the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Rhode Island-based blues artist Robert John Hanson shows us inside that sad love with, ‘Blue Cocktail’

Posted on 22 May 2022

Sung with that introspective insight that shows you his true experience in a rugged world that can take your mind away from where you should be headed, Robert John Hanson reminds us of a moment that so many have felt before on a late night in town with, ‘Blue Cocktail‘.

Robert John Hanson is a Liverpool, UK-born, Rhode Island, USA-based indie blues singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and music producer who is inspired by that classic rock sound.

”Hanson has lived in L.A. and New York where he played with Spinal Reflex and Grandma Tootle.” ~ Robert John Hanson

On a reflective song that millions will certainly relate to as they order another drink to try and wash away the loneliness, Robert John Hanson is at his gritty best with a vocally impressive performance and lyrics that will dig deep in your heart.

”He has played with and produced music for the Kelly Walsh Band, and most recently the prog-rock band, Coma Toast.” ~ Robert John Hanson

‘Blue Cocktail‘ from Liverpool, UK-born, Rhode Island-based indie blues artist Robert John Hanson is an honest single from a hugely experienced musician who has clearly lived a life that is packed with stories. He guides us into that bar where she is calling your name – and you wonder if you should reply or just walk away – with that probable regret you will feel if you didn’t find out if there was a real connection available. This is a single for all those who are still looking for romance, as being alone will always make your soul a bit colder.

Listen up to this new single on Spotify and see more via his IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Liverpool rockers Detroit Run speeds away from that haunting reflection that is ‘Chasing Shadows’

Posted on 10 May 2022

With a weighty gallop that is thundering at full pace, Detroit Run are at its electric best with a fearsome display on their 3rd release, ‘Chasing Shadows‘.

Detroit Run is an exhilarating and newly formed 4-piece alt-rock band from Liverpool, UK, that summons the energy from within to make those anthems that are stuck in your head for days on end.

Displaying great poise and refilling our ears with something rather encouraging to ultimately support with much vigour and belief, Detroit Run sprints splendidly with a deft touch and Salah’s sharpness, impressively showing that rock music is certainly alive and well with so much on offer in 2022.

After dropping ‘Drowning‘ and ‘Mercy‘ recently, this is the final release from their gleefully-awaited debut EP, that has local underground fans licking their lips in anticipation.

‘Chasing Shadows‘ from Liverpool, UK-based indie alternative rock act Detroit Run is a fully charged thunderbolt of emotions with spooky lyrics that will have many shivering to their deepest core. This is the striking story of knowing that there is a power greater than what you can comprehend right next to you, that is holding you back from ever being free to true contentment. Sung with fierce determination, this is UK rock at its pulsating best.

Listen up to their new creation on Spotify and see more news via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

COW understands that together is best and what nature intended with, ‘On and On’

Posted on 8 May 2022

With an unassuming vibe that has you turning up the volume to witness their sociable soundscape that reminds you of those happy days in the past, COW reminds us that we need to join hands and avoid staying indoors so much even if it feels safer these days with, ‘On and On’.

COW is a Liverpool/North Wales-born indie alternative 4-piece rock band that makes riff-filled music that has you feeling rather nostalgic.

Taking us on a genuine journey of contemplation that so many will wholeheartedly relate to, COW is one of those bands that keeps things nonchalant throughout and show us that ostentatious moves aren’t necessary when you keep the music vibes completely legit.

‘On and On‘ from Liverpool/North Wales-born indie alternative rock act COW is one of those songs that has you pondering what exactly happens to that valuable free time that we seem to waste, instead of seeing those who we truly care about. Sung with a calming air that gets you into a reflective mood, this is a track that shall have you humming along to the chorus for hours. Catchy music just grabs you sometimes, and this is a perfect example of a song made with true love.

Listen up to this new single on Spotify and see more on the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Mike Blue and The Ghosts of Santa Monica help us find that mending genuine love on ‘Battles We Have Won’

Posted on 16 April 2022

With a full album on the way and an unassuming style that has earnt them authentic respect from the UK underground, Mike Blue and The Ghosts of Santa Monica have made 6 minutes and 19 seconds of pristine excellence on ‘Battles We Have Won‘.

Mike Blue is a Liverpool, UK-based indie folk singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who is joined by The Ghosts of Santa Monica on this soul-healing effort.

”He started playing professionally at 16 years of age in various bands and has since toured his own music around the U.K, completing his debut solo tour in late 2021.” ~ Mike Blue

With stunning vocals, intricately performed guitar brilliance, that sweet violin sound and well-made lyrics that might have you stop whatever you were up to before, Mike Blue and The Ghosts of Santa Monica join together as one to show unity when there is so much butchery brewing all over the planet. With a peaceful single that seems to glow so beautifully and take your tired heart into a better place, this is that rare track that will change your mood and bring a ray of sunshine to make everything okay again.

”He is currently embarking on his next full-length studio album with the help of his backing and touring band ‘The Ghosts of Santa Monica” which should be completed in early 2023.” ~ Mike Blue

‘Battles We Have Won‘ from Liverpool, UK-based indie-folk singer-songwriter Mike Blue and The Ghosts of Santa Monica, drops one of the most peacefully intelligent singles you might ever hear. There is nothing flashy here, no tricks and no big egos, only a single assembled by a tight-knit group who are clearly in sync with what the intentions are. The message here? To remind us that finding your tribe is absolutely vital, as you wish for a day when you can feel that true peace in your heart when you meet that special human who somehow takes all your worries away.

You’ll only know when you feel it deep inside your bones.

See this superb track come to life on YouTube and follow Mike’s voyage on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Liverpool’s The Shipbuilders howl rather terrifically at ‘The Moon’ with impressive vigour you can’t possibly forget

Posted on 5 March 2022

With a splendid song that has you thinking that you are in the middle of a movie that is about to show you the twist, The Shipbuilders are possibly at their absolute best on their new single that will have you looking far into something that fascinates the whole world called ‘The Moon‘.

The Shipbuilders is a Liverpool, UK-based rock band who make that type of cowboy-like sing-a-long wonder that will have you feeling so much better about life.

”Since releasing their first EP, ‘Something in the Water’ in 2016, the band have continuously expanded their sound and scope of influences to create a world where sparkling pop wonders are nestled between Spanish Civil War laments, gypsy arias, and chaotic, shambolic odes to drinking, death and everything in between.” ~ The Shipbuilders

Giving you the sense that they would love to share a cold one after the gig and have a laugh with, The Shipbuilders confidently assemble a riveting track that is right up there with one of the most passionately enthralling efforts of 2022 so far.

‘The Moon‘ from the original Liverpool-based rock act The Shipbuilders, is a party-loving, mood-swinging, drink-chugging gem that will have you feeling that you have just witnessed something rather special. This is a band to play loud when you are in the mood to let loose – and just take your heart and soul into a happier place – to launch your vocals into the sky until you feel the urge to close your eyes with a huge grin on your face.

Listen in to this new single on Spotify and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen