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Louie Miles ponders the past on his latest reflective single, ‘This Rain Is Just a Passing Note’

Posted on 12 February 2022

As he wonders why he is sinking deeper and so confused about why his situation is so strange as he gazes through the window for comfort, Louie Miles looks up into the sky and hopes for calmer days ahead with ‘This Rain Is Just a Passing Note‘.

Louie Miles is a Liverpool, UK-based indie alternative solo singer-songwriter and music producer who is inspired by legends such as Radiohead, as well as genres such as Jazz, Funk and Soul while making a mixture of music that is too varied to ever truly pinpoint.

There is something rather special about this young artist who seems to have an old soul, as Louie Miles leads us into a song that feels like it is from another generation altogether. His tone is soft but revealing, as he sends us a reevaluation of ourselves as we stand outside in the rain – to hopefully wash away those self-doubts – so that calmness and understanding may be more prevalent moving forward.

‘This Rain Is Just a Passing Note‘ from the West Midlands-born, Liverpool-based indie alternative solo artist/producer Louie Miles, sends our minds into a reflective state of pondering why everything flipped over upside down to have you in a bad place. With an eerie style that has you turning the volume up as you put yourself in his damp shoes, this is a cinematic-like track that sends you into a whole new galaxy-travelling world to find your true place that feels just right.

Listen to this new single on YouTube and see more via the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Liverpool rock act Murmurs are at their finest with the latest catchy rock-filled gem, ‘Wrong or Right’

Posted on 7 February 2022

Gliding sweetly into our awaiting playlists with a melodious track of substance that heats your soul into action, Murmurs wonder if that former lover will ever be theirs again on their fine new single, ‘Wrong or Right‘.

Murmurs is a newly signed Liverpool, UK-based 4-piece indie-rock band who make that catchy blend of music that is such an ear-soother that you just turn up all day.

”Taking influence from their favourite bands such as The Beatles, The Strokes and Talking Heads Murmurs have developed their own unique scouse sound.” ~ Murmurs

You feel a real connection when you put on Murmurs as they take you for a dreamy ride into a path that has you considering whether it’s all over in this once-strong love story, or if it is actually time to move on to happier waters.

‘Wrong or Right‘ from Liverpool, UK-based 4-piece indie-rock band Murmurs, is a speaker-happy single from a band on a mission to reach the top. You feel the hunger in these stunning vocals that are integrated with likeable lyrics, on a tasty soundscape that just sounds perfect for those summer festivals. On a story that will have you gazing at those old pictures when the love was at its peak, this is a foot-stompin’ track that will surely have you telling your mates about.

Wondering if things will ever be the same again, is a question that can bring you down if you let it consume you.

Lather into their new track on Spotify and see more vibes on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Everyone Leaves You In Fairer Weather: Guy is frustrated by their high and proud attitude on ‘You Know You’re Right’

Posted on 27 January 2022

With his much-anticipated 3rd album set for release soon, Guy shows his utter vexation with someone close who he wishes wasn’t so stubborn and too far into themselves, with his lively new single called ‘You Know You’re Right‘.

Liverpool, UK-based singer-songwriter Guy is an indie alt-rock/pop-fusion artist and software engineer who started performing in local bands when he was just 14 years old.

Showing us that hard-fought edge that is needed to have success in this ever-changing world, Guy displays the best version of himself with a rip-roaring performance on this dynamic single that will have you nodding your head in agreement.

‘You Know You’re Right‘ from the Liverpool-based alt-rocker Guy, is that honest jam of speaker-hugging proportions that we all needed to hear as it will certainly remind us of at least one person in our lives. Sung with splendid animation by a passionate singer with strong vocal ability, the lyrics here are so relatable for us in this often-selfish world. This is a single to play loud and proud when you need to get some frustration out over an individual who clearly only cares about themselves and will never ever change.

Check out his new video on YouTube and see more music career news via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

On The Run: Ian David Green is lost in her eyes with ‘Antony and Cleopatra Head For The Highlands’

Posted on 21 January 2022

Taken off his latest 10-track album called ‘Songs from the Wheel‘ which is due for release on the 26th of February, Ian David Green takes our hand and guides us effortlessly into an almost-cinematic journey to be so fond of with ‘Antony and Cleopatra Head For The Highlands‘.

Ian David Green is a Liverpool, UK-born, London-based indie-folk singer-songwriter who seems to possess a rare vocal ability that has your heart beating in enthralled anticipation.

Recorded at Metro 13 studios by Edinburgh musician/producer Marty Hailey and mastered by Grammy-award winning engineer William Bowden, you sense that you are listening to a world-class artist here. This gem has been perfectly crafted by a mighty force – that is guiding you from all previous pain – with a wonderful effort that has you in a nostalgic mood.

”Ian’s influences range from folk greats like Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen and Van Morrison to more contemporary folk/indie / Americana artists such as Damien Jurado, Phosphorescent and Iron & Wine.” ~ Ian David Green

‘Antony and Cleopatra Head For The Highlands‘ from the London-based indie-folk singer-songwriter Ian David Green, is a truly excellent single that is performed with a real grace by a fine modern storyteller of a higher echelon to most. Featuring such sweet sounds that have you gazing outside as you ponder your next move, with a single that would fit into any era as its quality is rather outstanding. This is one to remember forever and one of those timeless modern classics already.

Listen to this deep single on Spotify and see more via the FB music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Pretend For You: Wigan native Joe Stan brings us a real anthem to sing with on ‘For You – Prototype’

Posted on 22 November 2021

Acquainting us with a proper track full of sensual lipstick stains that gives your beating heart a little boost in the love department, Joe Stan knows that they might not make much sense as an item but he is keen to try anyways on his marvellous debut track called ‘For You – Prototype‘.

Joe Stan is a Liverpool, UK-based indie-pop singer-songwriter and University student who started his fledgling career gigging around his cosy hometown of Wigan when he was just 16.

”Taking influence from artists such as Declan McKenna, Rex Orange County and Sam Fender, “For You – Prototype” is Joe’s first full-band production, brought to life at The Motor Museum by producer Bob Mackenzie.” ~ Joe Stan

There is so much to cherish about an extremely promising singer-songwriter like Liverpool’s Joe Stan, who seems to boldly grab the mic with such conviction and brings us a piece of true encouragement on his hot debut track ‘For You – Prototype‘.

”This track is about desperation, chasing someone, but trying to look cool about it. That you are willing to change yourself to get them, “tell me your type and I’ll be it”. But also trying to look like you don’t care if they take you, or leave you. The new track doesn’t necessarily fit into a genre, there’s not much out there like it, Indie bedroom vibes is how I would explain it.” ~ Joe Stan

‘For You – Prototype‘ from Liverpool, UK-based indie-pop singer-songwriter Joe Stan, is that try-to-impress-the-girl track when you have your eyes set on a special individual. You are doing your best to stay chilled but your love interest definitely knows the keenness level, as we hear a fantastic young artist who is clearly on the way upwards. Joe sings with tremendous energy that you are only born with, as his relatable lyrics brings us a sense of hope in a seemingly romantically barren world.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

I Got That Juice: Norweigian Pop artist Frimann is hot stuff on ‘Last King Alive’

Posted on 31 October 2021

As he skillfully jumps up on the horse and grabs his lover to join him on the saddle, Frimann takes this flourishing ride to a place where they can be alone and feel romantic together on ‘Last King Alive‘.

Frimann is a proudly queer solo Disco-Pop artist who is from cozy Norway and sings with the wind at his sails that features a pleasingly pure vocal ambiance.

We find a passionate student at Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Institute For Performing Arts here, as you feel an electrifying edge that has you dancing with his each word he projects. There is a mighlity motivated texture to each note, as he crafts a sound that has been created for lovers to dance closely to.

”Since his debut as a recording artist back in early 2018, Frimann has released five singles with three music videos.” ~ Frimann

‘Last King Alive‘ from the flamboyant Norway-based indie Disco-Pop artist Frimann, is that sensual track all about finding that person who you feel so connected with, as you both decide that enough is enough, and you need to be free together so that you may grow as one. Being in love is so magical as you feel the passionate swirling in the smoke-free air from a truly exciting artist, who sings with that extra bit of flair that is so rare to see these days. This is the type of single to put on when you need some inspiration – to lock hands with someone you really care for – as you both run away for a while to see what happens.

Hear this fresh new track on Spotify and see more vibes on his IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Tyron Freeman’s raucous, indie-tinged rock – ‘Keep It Hid, Locked Away’

Posted on 10 April 2021

Like so many musicians during the last year or so, Tyron Freeman – a veteran of bands as a professional musician in the North West UK – found that the world shifted and skewed sideways at the beginning of the pandemic. Suddenly stranded, jobless and isolated in a studio flat in Germany, what does a creative musician do but call in his mates and put together a killer rock n’ roll track?

‘Keep It Hid, Locked Away’ is raucous, indie-tinged rock – think Goo Goo Dolls, Bush, a little of Royal Blood, and some Beatles-y sing-song sections. There’s influences of Fontaines and Tame Impala, the White Stripes, and Oasis, too, along with old-school rock in Zeppelin, Bowie, and the Stooges. Recorded at Liverpool’s Parr Studios, Chris Taylor’s production brings elements of the Lightning Seeds, Blossoms, and The Coral into the mix, giving the overall single a perfect mix of classic rock groove and North-East England indie-pop catchiness. This might be early days for Tyron Freeman’s solo career, but on the basis of ‘Keep It Hid, Locked Away’ he really, really needs to avoid his own advice; this needs to be shouted from the rooftops instead.

‘Keep It Hid, Locked Away’ is out now; check out Tyron Freeman on Facebook.

Review by Alex Holmes

Missing you now: The Ruby Tears hope for the train to never stop on ‘Change Your Mind’

Posted on 20 March 2021
Running Steady EP by The Ruby Tears

Powering in with their lead track on the latest ‘Running Steady‘ EP, The Ruby Tears  do their best to try avoid looking at the sun of heartbreak on ‘Change Your Mind‘.

The Ruby Tears is a world class two-piece indie-rock duo created online during the strange times of languishing lockdown, between the legendary Manchester solo musician John Goodfellow and fellow all-star Liverpool guitarist/songwriter Jeff Skellon.

This incredibly pure collaboration have been hard at work with their 4th EP finished over a ten month time period, and their music only appears to be getting better and better, as their partnership blossoms into a must-hear operation.

This is the sad story of hoping that their partner changes the end-it decision for the best, as you don’t want this journey to end at all. They sing with such passion and meaning, whilst the guitarist matches the vocalists mood perfectly with ultimate precision.

‘Change Your Mind‘ from Manchester/Liverpool duo The Ruby Tears, is the tale of trying to make the moment last and never wanting it to end. Feeling right and loved during this time is absolutely necessary, as you hope that there is another way to stop going to the final station, of this exhilarating ride.

Stream this top track on Bandcamp and see more when gigs are back on FB.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Hold me close: Liverpool’s Sahara Line take our hand on sweet love-story ‘Only You’

Posted on 13 February 2021

Back with their 3rd affectionate single to warm our chilly hearts, Sahara Line make us think about those loving moments you treasure forever on ‘Only You‘.

Sahara Line are a promising four-piece Liverpool, England-based indie-rock act, who stylishly fuse together that sound you have heard before, into their own personal experience, their variety sparkles into your awaiting ears and you feel like this is actually something fresh and exciting. The determination to be different is impressive, their enthralling sonic soundscape lifts you up from your chair and takes you into their soul-stirring world of delight.

This is the loving story of feeling so close with her, as you gaze affectionately into each others flirty eyes and wish that this moment would never end. You feel the warmth through the guitar-filled speakers, as the driving sound brightens up the song with turned-on fairy lights, your anxious emotions are transported to that happy place.

‘Only You‘ from lovable Liverpool indie rockers Sahara Line, is that sweetly curated love-story that tilts your view to remember the innocence again, away from the soul-sucking quick-swipe and forget-quicker world, that blunts what heart-warming moments you should be encountering face to face.

When you care about someone enough it feels like your whole world slows down like you are staring at the stars, at peace with where you are at, your mind still and intently feeling every heartbeat as your souls connect. That special moment that you will never forget, is one that you can’t ever replace and is completely priceless.

Hear this fresh new track on Spotify and see their journey on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

The Original Power Trio from Liverpool: The Big Three change members but keep the incredible story alive on ‘Head Over Heels’

Posted on 13 December 2020

The Big Three are a well-known fiery Merseybeat group from the home of music, Liverpool. They are famous for their 1963 recording of ‘Some Other Guy’, for their kick-ass live performances at The Cavern and for being closely linked to The Beatles. This is the story of the band that have evolved to be reborn again.

After being busy on Cilla The Musical as the house band and featuring on the incredible ‘Some Other Guys’ movie about the original line-ups storied career and ups and downs, through the maze of the often magical but flaky music business; The Big Three are one of the all-time great bands as they have changed members over the years and are now back with a fresh new look; that respects the past and looks to the future.

‘’ In 2017 Bill Kenwright released and toured the sell-out musical Cilla The Musical; The Big Three (played by Jay Osborne, Chris Weeks and Tom Dunlea) appeared in the show and doubled as the show band. Following the tour the three players were ‘handed down the baton’ to become the next generation of The Big Three by original members Brian Griffiths and the late Johnny Hutchinson.’’- Wikipedia

‘Head Over Heels’ is a superb listen with the classic style intact and also has a new twist to the sound. The vocals are so silky smooth cool; the band has that special rhythm that is a pleasure on our tired ears, weary after hearing so much watered down music that suffocates the radio airwaves these days. This is an ode to the past and has such a soul-filled meal of music; you will need a cold beverage to soak it all into your stomach.

Happy days await as this is a track to turn up and to call the whole family over so you can dance all night. Everyone is head over heels for this and you feel the special touch here. The legend lives on in safe hands.

Hear the new song on Soundcloud, see more on Facebook and find out more about this band via the incredibly real ‘Some Other Guy’ movie on Vimeo.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen