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True friendship: Soulful sibling band Fox and Arrows take us for a glorious galaxy-exploring ride on ‘Astronauts’

Posted on 20 March 2021

With their heads in the calming clouds with fond memories of growing up, Fox and Arrows gladly point us upwards to reflect on what real friendship is actually about on their new single called ‘Astronauts‘.

Fox and Arrows is a three-piece indie-folk/pop band from Woodstock, Georgia featuring Anna, Taylor, and Ben. They make that meaningful music from the heart, that has been inspired by their Dad encouraging them to play since they were around six years old.

They perform with so much love and grace, each word is made with a purpose as their faith is strong and want to inspire others by sticking to their chosen craft. The vocals are warm and self-reflective, the mellow guitar only adds to the peace and tranquility, as you look up above to be thankful for what you have.

This is the story of always being real with each other no matter what detours you may face as a family, the bond can never be broken as they stay humble and mesh their skills together to make that memorable music, that will be timeless for generations to come.

‘Astronauts‘ from the three Tankersley’s of indie-folk gospel act Fox and Arrows, is a three year journey of evolution from a family band who have that rare tight bond, they truly love playing together and make a wonderful song here. Their bond is remarkable and they take us on a nostalgic trip here, that is one of the most lovable songs you will hear all year.

Things might change with work or study opportunities, the beards my be longer and the hairstyles might change, but that family connection seems to be closer than ever on this underground gem.

Stream this wonderful song on Spotify and see more family adventures on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Be true to yourself: Sweden’s Pressure lift us up with more realness on ‘What You See (Is What You Get)’

Posted on 18 March 2021

They encourage us to be unique no matter what and Pressure turn up the volume to drown out all of the self-doubt whispers, on their heart-stopping and exciting new single called ‘What You See (Is What You Get)’.

Pressure is an entertaining three-piece alt-rock band from calming Stockholm in stunning Sweden. They firmly fuse together that real rock music with double meanings that sparks your mind and body into action.

With fiery lyrics and gripping vocals mixed with incredible sounds from thriving guitar and bellowing drums, you are happily thrown into the vivid world of some real role models for everyone to listen to.

It feels like they have time traveled into our world for the greater good, with an independent attitude of knowing who they are. This simple but valuable message is vocally entrenched into their loud sound and is an inspiration to those who think that copying others is the way, when actually it really isn’t.

‘What You See (Is What You Get)’ from exhilarating Stockholm, Sweden band Pressure, is that lift off into a world of fun and honest stories about being your own person. With their alt-rock edge and enthusiastically rousing entry into our lives, you feel like you have just heard a band that will stick in your memory for a while, as they make that rare-to-find memorable music that is timeless.

Hear this top new track on Spotify and get into their world on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Reclaiming Their Place: Chicago’s The Gelheads drop buried-away three-track EP ‘Tail Lights’

Posted on 13 March 2021
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After celebrating twenty years together as a band, The Gelheads joyously recover their old hidden-away recordings that were almost lost in the sands of time, with their new exciting three-track EP called ‘Tail Lights‘.

The Gelheads are a Chicago, Illinois-based four-piece indie-punk/rock band with a hardened edge flowing in their creative veins, as they make music that you can motivate yourself with again, powering in like old pros in with an incredibly fresh sound for us to truly immerse ourselves into.

After rising through the ranks back in 2021, the band had fantastic success after starting off at small shows first, to opening for heavyweights like Papa Roach, The Killers and even came close to working with Def Jam.

After performing live together until 2005, a long hiatus until 2020 has seen the band recover their previous recordings thanks to Andy Gerber at Million Yen Studios. A new fresh mix is here as the band emerge gleefully from the darkness, to delight their old and new fans with a comeback for the ages.

‘Little String‘, ‘After These Messages‘ and ‘Lie Awake‘, are all equally top shelf tracks and with passionate lyrics and a supporting sound that shows you their underrated quality, you hope that this is the start of a refueling fire for the band to reclaim and even build on their glory days.

‘Tail Lights‘ from Chicago indie-rock act The Gelheads, is a journey through their uplifting music that almost didn’t exist, as they bring us back to those wonderful early 90’s days, that remained locked in your mind forever. This is a quality release and surely a taste of more classics to come.

Stream this new release on Spotify and see the IG here.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Keepin’ it hot: Detroit OG’s Black Lion Society steam the room up with ‘We Cookin’

Posted on 20 February 2021

Black Lion Society show us what top shelf Hip-Hop sounds like, on the freshly-grilled new party track called ‘We Cookin‘.

Detroit, Michigan three-piece rap crew Black Lion Society have been around since 2006 and make music to entertain the crowd and to get their audience dancing whilst having fun with a breathtaking beat.

Featuring Jake Diamondz, Big S.C.A.M, and DCK, these three talented men have carefully formulated a true street sound that is that vital added ingredient in the music pot, to get your taste buds licking your lips in anticipation for that old school style, that makes the ladies swoon with excitement.

With a fiery delivery right outta the steamy kitchen, all of these artists add so much value to a track that has classic written all over it. The wordplay is clever, with stories of being out and about with the ladies knowing who you are and having a good time. That is what life is all about really. Having loyal friends and enjoying yourself to the max as you appreciate those skillful talents you meet during the evening.

‘We Cookin‘ from Detroit rap group Black Lion Society is an exhilarating ride from the buffet line to the packed club. They are an old school act that pack a lyrical punch and are supremely entertaining from start to finish, as your head bobs around like a Hip-Hop head.

Knowing you are good is one thing. Backing it up with a quality track is another and this is one rap outfit that keeps it G the whole way through, with a memorable track for the ages.

Hear this oil-filled busty track on Spotify and see their style on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Don’t pull me out: Pilot Run take on the monsters in ‘Haunted Head’

Posted on 3 February 2021

Pilot Run are back with some of that old school heavy bass guitar riff excellence, via their new single ‘Haunted Head‘.

Three-piece Colchester, Essex-based indie alt-rock band Pilot Run, came back from the darkness, to fly up above the cheering crowds once again.

Bruce, Craig and Matt all knew each other from years of playing in different band together and after a few years apart, they fused together again like they had never left each other’s side. They play that electric heavy-in-you-face (but never too much) type of marauding music-that flows into your veins and pumps the the blood thick and chunky-like a kick-drum start to rev up that eager engine.

This is that true story of waking up each day to the dead and not wanting to get pulled out of bed, to the unnecessary madness going on outside. The world is a scary place and its better to stay hidden away for now, until things calm down a bit and its safe again.

With a grungy punk feel that only adds to the incredibly hard sound that knocks your head into place after hearing so much plastic music with no core lately, this is a wake-up call if there ever was one. An anthem to the lost who need to be found, this is a proper band that have the heart and soul of a hungry lion, who roars into action when needed to take on the scary monsters in the world.

‘Haunted Head‘ from Essex three-piece alt-rockers Pilot Run, is that quality music that you knew you needed as something was missing. They put a guitar stamp on your mind and this is one of the most exciting releases yet in 2021.

Hear this brilliant single on Soundcloud and support their journey on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Taking time to reflect: WD-HAN remind us to always remember those ‘Places’ that keep us humble

Posted on 12 January 2021

WD-HAN drop their latest track and this has so much soul covered within, that is perfect for a much-needed reflection on ‘Places‘.

The three-piece indie-rock outfit WD-HAN have been performing together since 2008 with no lineup changes and feature two married couples- including their manager-and are an example to bands all over the world, as they continue to do what they love and be successful while doing it.

This is the final song off their twelve releases from 2020 and you can feel the poignant nature of the insides of the fabric here. It has been a long journey, full twists and turns, plans changing and lessons learnt. This is a lovely song full of heart and soul, with self-awareness to bring a true message to us all when we need it most.

His voice is so calming and caring, the band feel like they are perfectly in-sync and this is a song made with special love and gives your whole body a powerful boost. This is about keeping in touch with who you used to be and who you really want to be. The excellent percussion, guitar skills and vibrant vocals all intertwine in your tired mind, helping us to reflect and never lose track of who we are deep inside.

This is that classic humbleness, layered with genuine authenticity of how life is meant to be lived and slowed down just right, so that you enjoy each moment and memory, not rush through so the beauty of what is before you is missed in a blink of an eye.

‘Places‘ from WD-HAN finds a place in our heart and is a powerful track that makes you think deeply and tap your feet at the same time.

After all, it’s all about consistency and sticking at doing what you love without giving up. There will be challenges of course but if you care about each other enough, you will find a way.

Hear this lively new release on Soundcloud and see their journey on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen