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SVLEM shows the world their global artistic approach with an interview with A&R Factory

Posted on 29 October 2022

After recently dropping their latest sizzling soundtrack for us to salivate over called Live Session (Nevermore + Adore & Devour), SVLEM drops the curtain and leads us into their world with a hugely revealing interview to expand our minds.

Thanks so much for taking the time to cut it up with us today SVLEM. Firstly, please let everyone know where you’re from and based currently?

SVLEM: Thanks for having us! So…We’re Australian except for Cécile who, unfortunately, is French… Hahaha! We’re based in Sydney.

What was the main vision behind your new release Live Session (Nevermore + Adore & Devour)?

SVLEM: We wanted to share something halfway between a raw live performance and a studio experience to take our audience into a more intimate and stripped down set up where they could feel like they’re a bit behind the scenes. We financed it through Crowdfunding so it was a big deal for us to make it sound and look as great as possible within a Live Session constraints: recording all in a same room is quite an exercise and was something completely new to us. It pushed us as artists, and yet we had a total blast doing it! The response has gone way beyond our expectations and we are so thankful for anyone who’s watched it, the old fans and the new and to the media who have shared this release with their community so far.

Sydney is a special city indeed. How does the music scene feel at the moment and which venues in your local area do you feel a connection with currently?

SVLEM: Sydney’s nightlife is back from the dead after years of curfews and lockdown:

The scene is in full bloom and it’s a great opportunity to try to make a difference by bringing back the fun, promote positivity and inclusiveness out there.

Some venues are doing an incredible job at making the scene accessible for emerging bands and offering quality nights for the audience: Sabrina and her team at the Duke of Enmore always have something interesting going on which highly contributes to keeping the local indie scene alive! The guys at Freakflag don’t cease to blow our minds with the most insane lineups. The team at Crowbar not only gets the best international acts but keeps their stage open to way smaller bands. We’ll mourn Frankie’s Pizza as it was a total institution, but some new venues are popping up like the Soundgarden in Penrith that we cannot wait to experience!

How would you describe your sound in one sentence?

SVLEM: A sonic wall of blazing energy that sucks you in, heavy and hypnotic!

Do you have any goals for 2023 music-wise?

SVLEM: We have just started to lay the foundations for a more substantial release and really hope to get some fresh tunes out next year. We also hope to continue gigging as much, if not more!

When you close your eyes and imagine being on stage, what does it feel like?

Diz (bass): An escape that feels all too brief. Being in the moment and letting the adrenaline take you.

Shah (rhythm guitar & keys): Being on stage is almost an out-of-body experience, it’s like my equanimous mind clocks out and my primal brain kicks in. On stage I’m unchained, unhinged but most of all vulnerable, the music guides my movements and my emotions.

Josh (drums): It’s absolute bliss and freedom. The energy from the crowd just drives your adrenalin for one hell of a ride!

Rhys (lead guitar): Time stops: The truest and most natural form of fulfilment consumes me from head to toe. It feels like it’s one of the few occasions where you are your one and true deity. Haha!

Cécile (vocals): Personally, I become something else. I just let completely loose and can be unpredictable performance wise… last week we played alongside Carmeria, Our Last Enemy and Witchgrinder during the Halloween SpookShow: I smashed my megaphone repetitively onto my head until the batteries eventually popped out and flew at the audience… that was fun. Haha! I just love being on stage, I honestly don’t think there’s a greater feeling.

Do you have any plans to tour or have any events on the horizon? If so, where can we find you next?

SVLEM: We’ll play our last show for this year at ‘The Soundgarden’ in Penrith alongside Thraxas and Taliesin on 19/11 and will kick of the new year on 13/01 at ‘The Duke of Enmore’.

Tour wise, there’s nothing in the cards yet for next year but we’re always happy to tag along and play with our friends and other bands who would like to bring some SVLEM vibes to the night… whether we open or headline we’re always having a rad time!

Thanks for having us A&R Factory and thanks for reading this everyone! If you didn’t get a chance to check out our Live Session so far, go for it and we’ll see you around at a next show!

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Check out this new video on YouTube.

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Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Stabbed In The Back: Mr Streetz feels like karma has struck on Bad Day

Posted on 20 October 2022

Guiding us deep inside that ghastly feeling that has engulfed his soul like when you are just having a shocker, Mr Streetz steps into a tough situation that has just been made rather worse on Bad Day.

Mr Streetz is a London, UK-based indie hip hop artist who only drops truths about this rather weird life we are all somehow inside.

Seeing that evil lurk and take the day into a grey corner that is waiting for fresh blood, Mr Streetz shows us the definition of a terrible day with laser sharp lyricism to boot.

Bad Day from the London-based indie hip hop artist Mr Streetz is a demon-seeing single about losing your job and then catching your other half with someone else. Rapped with vengeance and a dark cloud brewing with some extra punches to rub it in, this is an underground classic to play loud when you have had one of those days.

When everything pushes you into that blinding rage, anything can happen.

Listen up on Spotify and see more on the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

SVLEM return with the speaker-hugging Live Session (Nevermore + Adore & Devour)

Posted on 20 October 2022

Risking it all again with a lineup change that has provided exhilarating results, SVLEM shows us deep inside the vision with a recording from their recent experience at Housefox Studios, with Live Session.

SVLEM is an Australian indie alternative metal project who like it raw and loud as they take us back to the underground with a sterling presentation.

”The band that’s bound to put a spell on you has already set Australia’s radest venues on fire alongside Carmeria, Victoria K and Temtris to name a few and has successfully financed their Live Session thanks to their growing fan base.” ~ SVLEM

Showing us what we have been missing out on with a powerful portrayal your heart was waiting for, SVLEM trigger our senses awake and dominates proceedings with a terrific display that hits dizzy heights of intrigue.

Live Session from Australian indie alternative rock/metal outfit SVLEM is a thunderous performance from a band who would certainly play live even if a tornado was close by. Pulsating eardrums and shocking many with their rugged new music, this is a release that will please those who love things rather raucous and in your face.

See the new video on YouTube and find out more on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Confused And Infected: Saints Of The Holler fall down naked on the avenue with opioid-fueled release Devils Garden

Posted on 1 September 2022

With an opening crash-landing into the darkest night possible, Saints Of The Holler shows us that worrying mindset when you are wrapped deep inside a crippling opioid addiction on Devils Garden.

Saints Of The Holler is a West Virginia, USA-born indie rock band who makes that timeless sounding music that shall help us throughout any problems we’re currently facing.

”I had some great songs that deserved the best singer we could find.” ~ Brian from Saints Of The Holler

Featuring a well-connected group who clearly knows each other’s strength and weaknesses, Saints Of The Holler have released a significant track for those who need to find out what it’s really like to deal with a harrowing addiction that can take you six-feet under if you aren’t too careful.

”I was honored and excited to be part of this musical journey. Working with such amazing musicians from start to finish, bringing Brian’s raw, rough cut recordings to life, was an experience I’ll never forget.” ~ Amy from Saints Of The Holler

Devils Garden from West Virginia, USA-born indie rock band Saints Of The Holler is a thought-provoking single that should scare the skin out of so many. Showing us that love helps cure everything-if the power is still within to brush off the layers of mind-numbing pain to be the best version possible in this seemingly soul-crushing world.

Sung and performed with a special care and a marvelously rhythmical melody, this is one of the more vital songs your ears will feast on today.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Need Some Tree: ALIX BEILE urge that wild night to stop acting the fool on SAILOR

Posted on 20 August 2022

Released from his 4-track offering THE SABOTEURS AROUND THE WORLD 9, ALIX BEILE shows us that life isn’t pretty when the evening spins out-of-control like a wobbly spin-the-bottle on SAILOR.

ALIX BEILE is an exciting indie punk project with so much verve that will probably break your wrist if you listen to closely as they bring that raw music back to the masses.

”I’m a songwriter who chooses to write about villianization of people through the imagery of destitution and oppression.” ~ ALIX BEILE

Slicing through the door and bashing down anything in their way, ALIX BEILE is rather impressive for those who like it in the face and nothing less. Crammed with energy and humming at full speed, this is something to listen to when you need some extra voltage flowing through your veins.

”About a veteran of the navy who is made to live life on the streets due the lack of safety nets for military people after service. They then fall victim to drug addiction and pleads to be brought to the last place that made them feel whole, the sea.” ~ ALIX BEILE

SAILOR from the indie punk artist ALIX BEILE is a depths-from-the-sea track that will lather your throat with a taste that might cause your stomach to do backflips. There is a youthful underground feeling here that has you jumping up and down on your bathroom floor, as you wonder why you had another one-more-for-the-road guzzling sip.

Floating with a totally raw edge that is dripping with eagerness from this emerging outfit who are just being themselves and loving life.

Hear this new track on YouTube.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Chekmayte knows that excellence is flowing through his veins on Flexx

Posted on 11 August 2022

Knowing that no one can come close (even in their dreams) to his fiery cypher-like steam with intent, Chekmayte urges others to turn up that AC as he is on a mission to stay fresh forever on Flexx.

Chekmayte is a Washington, DC-based indie hip hop artist who seems to shred mics to their core as he transforms our thoughts deeply into his story.

”Got off to fast start in the game, but got caught up in life. Bounced around from state to state and now my aim is to give you my story uncut.” ~ Chekmayte

Winning at the game, many play but cannot completely comprehend at all until they are six feet under, Chekmayte has seemingly risen back to prominence despite the odds being stacked heavily against him. Showing us that anything is possible in this selfish world if we can only believe in our talents, this is a hugely memorable rap explosion from an old school soul.

Flexx from Washington, DC-based indie hip hop artist Chekmayte is a top-notch display from an underground rapper who has bided his time. After sorting out family issues and keeping on the down low commercially, it feels like we have a new lyrical master to crown. With a rap style that urges us to listen closer inside his raw delivery, this is a wake up call to the streets. A new King is coming.

Check out this fine video on YouTube and see more via the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

DK Verano feels like he has just seen a masterpiece on PICTURE PERFECT

Posted on 9 August 2022

With a powerful flow that washes your soul with so much realness in a seemingly burnt out world, DK Verano is on absolute fire with an intense song that has many romantic intentions with PICTURE PERFECT.

DK Verano is a gritty underground hip hop artist who has a potent delivery that will shake your body awake and give you renewed energy to take on any challenge.

Overflowing with a planned out intent to show that he is actually the prince in shining armour, DK Verano impresses highly on his latest offering. Silky smooth and loaded with spark-filled eyes that certainly see the prize, this is an anthem for those who have been feeling rather shy lately.

With a smooth delivery, lyrics that will cause you to listen twice and a self-assured attitude to making sure that he shall lock hands with this new lover, this is a single to be inspired by if you are single currently.

PICTURE PERFECT from underground hip hop artist DK Verano is a formidable track from a riveting talent who is clearly in love. He likes what he sees and wants this relationship to go into the next stage of pure bliss, that will wipe all his worries away forever.

Sometimes you just know instantly when you see that perfect soul.

Boost your mood on Spotify and see more via the IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Kane Winehouse shows the fight needed to stay above the cruel carnage on ‘Calm During the Storm’

Posted on 30 July 2022

Keeping his emotions real and guiding his soul away from the fires that can burn you out forever, Kane Winehouse is so grateful that he is alive right now on ‘Calm During the Storm‘.

Kane Winehouse is a Leicester, UK-based indie hip hop artist who has impressively made it out of the matrix and continues to develop spiritually.

”Raw and rejuvenating, he uses his writing process as a way of healing through his own hardships and wants to take his listeners along for the journey.” ~ Kane Winehouse

Praying for tomorrow and sensing that he is so lucky to be alive and wants to take advantage of this fact, Kane Winehouse sends a toast to all those actual warriors who have stuck by his side even when the winds blew many away into the darkness. There is an underground brilliance here that is rather incredibly ear-warming and takes you back to the streets where real music lives.

‘Calm During the Storm‘ from Leicester, UK-based indie hip hop artist Kane Winehouse is one of the best songs with a proper message you might hear all year. There is a calming nature on offer from an enlighten figure who has emerged from the floor. With a letter to the world that should inspire many to keep the faith, this is a track to nod your head with and turn up real loud.

When you believe you can win, anything is possible no matter the current climate.

Hear this fab new single on Spotify and check out the progress on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

PNC-FAM keep it real throughout on their latest heavy Hip hop track, ‘THRU MY EYES’

Posted on 25 June 2022

Following up from their previous single ‘D3MON$‘ from 2020, PNC-FAM show what they have felt and seen in this crazy world that can be rather harsh if you walk the wrong road on ‘THRU MY EYES‘.

PNC-FAM is a Norristown, Pennsylvania-based indie Hip hop outfit who makes that really raw street-filled rap about life as they see it.

Smashing a hole through the door and showing us they mean business after many detours, PNC-FAM guide us through the dog-eat-dog mindset that has kept them alive when others thought they would be gone years ago. With a sturdy style that keeps you locked in if you like hardcore music, this is a reminder that you need to find a true warrior to stand alongside when the going gets rough.

‘THRU MY EYES‘ from Pennsylvania-based indie Hip hop crew PNC-FAM is a heavy song from a team that has seen what life offers if you are locked behind bars. After seeing who was actually loyal or just pretending to be as they stuck around during the good times, this is a true story which will urge us all to reflect about who we keep company with.

Rapped with vigorous intensity and a pulsating shudder into our souls to learn from – this is a track that shall have you imagining deeply what it’s like to survive the wild streets and come out alive while others are six feet under.

Listen up to this new audio on YouTube and check out the IG page for more.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Virginia rapper Simppdoee knows that the streets are ugly on ‘Take Me Out’

Posted on 28 January 2022

As he steers us into the wild streets that can grab your soul undesirably and destroy it quickly if you let it, Simppdoee shreds the mic as he expresses that ravenous appetite to be different to the rest on ‘Take Me Out‘.

Simppdoee is a Fredericksburg, Virginia-based indie hip-hop solo artist who keeps his raps raw and writes sharply-penned lyrics that leads you into this vicious dog-eat-dog world that keeps him on his toes each day.

Slamming his name into the mix of our ever-growing mindsets with a high energy bars-filled exhibition, Simppdoee dusts off the haters and shows us that he is only looking to advance while others keep up their petty games. The beat shakes like a poisonous rattlesnake ready to bite too, as there are flows here that are packed with dangerous intent.

‘Take Me Out‘ from Fredericksburg, Virginia-based indie underground rapper Simppdoee, is a loaded track from an underrated artist who shows us his chops with a potent effort that might startle your speakers off its hinges. This is the story about keeping his mind alert as there are so many out there who are greedily waiting for him to fail, while he grits his teeth to keep his cool before things swing out of control.

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

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen