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Lions Like Zebra riffed away complacency in their seminal rock-licked embodiment of the punk ethos, ‘Rise’

Posted on 21 December 2024

Lions Like Zebra—originally formed in Portugal in 2009—never simply coasted on tradition. After testing fresh sounds and ideas, they fused bold melodies with a stripped-back approach and a firm rhythmic backbone. Now, with their current line-up settled since 2024, including vocalist, composer, and guitarist João Pedroso alongside Sara Ângelo (rhythm guitar, vocals), Bruno Filipe (lead guitar, backing vocals), Tiago Mendes(bass), and Ruben Rodrigues (drums), they’ve forged a new legacy of raw sonic energy.

Their single Rise, taken from the decade-old seminal EP Lights Off, warrants rekindled attention for the way it scours rhythmic magnetism reminiscent of Queens of the Stone Age and injects the scuzzy grit of punk n roll. The percussion hits like fists in a riot, while the white-hot guitars screech through the atmospheric tension. In the verses, the vocals temper the intensity, holding it taut, only to erupt into a rallying cry during the choruses—urging listeners to rise above complacency and embrace a punk ethos that refuses to settle.

This is not a timeworn artefact—it’s an anthem of action, shaking off dust and lighting a fuse that still crackles with life.

Stream Rise with the rest of Lions Like Zebra’s EP, Lights Off, on all major platforms, including Spotify.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

Adopt One Very Talented KAT

Posted on 5 May 2023

KAT’s latest single, “Rise,” is a beautiful ballad that showcases the singer-songwriter’s powerful and belty alto voice. The piano and guitar focus creates a lovely bed of sound for KAT’s voice to shine through, and the production value is top-notch, making it an incredibly professional recording.

One standout thing about “Rise” is the intamacy it showcases in KAT’s usual pop-rock powerhouse self. The raspy and soulful vocal takes front and centre of this track, layered above a soft piano and string harmony that evokes a sense of resilience and hope.

As a singer-songwriter and storyteller, KAT draws inspiration from the old-school blues and soul legends like Aretha Franklin and Etta James. Her songs have a raw honesty and emotion that bares her soul through her voice, making her music authentic and relatable.

“Rise” is a testament to KAT’s ability to create music that tells a story, and this song is about the evolution of healing and the power it can bring to oneself and others. At a moment of despair, someone reaching out and holding space for you can give you the strength to keep going.

It’s no wonder that KAT has sold out headline shows in Camden and gained the support of press and radio outlets since the release of her previous single, “Liar Liar.” With her debut EP “Warrior Heart” on the horizon, KAT is a rising star to watch out for.

If you want to keep up with KAT’s latest releases and performances, be sure to follow her on Instagram. Overall, “Rise” is a stunning release that is sure to leave you impressed with KAT’s incredible talent.

Look Inside: L E T I reminds us that our beautiful environment deserves much better on ‘Rise’

Posted on 25 December 2021

With a heavenly vocal stream of only pure waterfall-like loveliness, L E T I takes our hand on leads us into a finer world where the air is clear and we can all live in a place that isn’t polluted with unnecessary waste on ‘Rise‘.

L E T I is a London, UK-based indie singer-songwriter who sings with a completely genuine nature that is only replenished with love and a kind outlook that has you completely hypnotised.

”Rise talks about the ripple effect that happens when we all start to individually shift our habits while also raising awareness of other social change challenges around climate justice such as the importance of protecting indigenous lands and supporting young generations to build a sustainable future.” ~ L E T I

With her beaming smile lighting up the sky as her stunning voice flows through into our awaiting souls, L E T I is the role model that young and old shall quickly embrace with love. Her only goal appears to be so clear to see – as she sings about a vital issue that has plagued us for so long – as you intrinsically sense such pristine brilliance from a truly wonderful talent.

‘Rise‘ from the London, UK-based indie singer-songwriter L E T I, is a lovable new single that calls for us all to help our planet to be a better place for future generations to enjoy as we have. With so much greed and poor decisions taking place when it comes to our environment, this is a really tranquil song that will have you closing your eyes and looking into a cleaner world. It’s up to us all to speak up now, so that we may protect a creaking planet that is calling out for help as we speak.

Listen to this new track on Spotify and see more on the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Finding the guiding light within to escape darkness: Benoni Alt Rockers Far From Who We Are lead the way on the inspirational ‘Rise’

Posted on 20 November 2020

The haunting start, the sand flowing downwards in the video, and the almost-clockwork sounds of doom. This grabs your attention, and all leads to a ferociously powerful entry into the minds of a trapped soul. This is a song about getting out of that dark place within your deep soul, and you find yourself stuck like standing in a puddle of glue. South African Alt-Rock act Far From Who We Are, lift themselves to new heights that will need a working parachute on, ‘Rise‘-their new stomping track that dropped on the 20th November 2020 from HopePunk Records.

“Rise” is a dark yet uplifting song with a positive message – it’s about escaping a dark place or difficult situation and finding the strength to get back up and rise above it. 

His vocals are laced with emotion but keeps the tone so tremendously stable, the electric guitar is bursting with energy, and the drums break down the glass of the next door neighbours window. They manage to magnify the sound to encompass Hard Rock and Metal melodies, without getting too hectic, and over the top. The temperature is just right from the sunshine emanating from the Benoni boys, who are ravaging with energy here.

The message of keeping hope in dark times is so relevant, especially now in this much-changed world. Its almost like a bad movie, and keeping mentally sane is proving rather difficult for millions of humans out there. This powerfully portrayed song is a beacon of light in the depths of the sewers of 2020, and finding the light of 2021 is so important to stay sane. Music like this really helps as the band are in scintillating form.

Far From Who We Are climb out of the depths of darkness, and bring us an inspirational track, that is full of uplifting Hard Rock passion on ‘Rise‘.

Fuel that passion by seeing the music video on YouTube and find out more about the South African band on Facebook.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen