Natalie Prass – “The Future and the Past” (album review)
In 2015, I described Natalie Prass’ self-titled debut as “everything I love about music. It’s music you can dance […]
Robb Murphy – “Sleep Tonight” (video premiere)
When Robb Murphy releases something new, we know that we’re going to be treated to the best that Belfast’s contemporary […]
Malena Zavala – ‘Aliso’ (album review)
With a defying voice and an innovative dream-folk-pop sound, Malena Zavala is making a lot of noise with her first […]
Beaux Cheveux – ‘Ro Sham Bo’ (album review)
When two artists rooted in AC/DC and Led Zeppelin come together, you’d expect lots of things. Rock, extended guitar solos, […]
SXSW 2018 Memories – mallrat
Since 2015, we have asked independent artists to share their favorite memories from their time at SXSW. In just three […]
Ria Hall: ‘Rules of Engagement’ – New Zealand Festival (photo review)
Rules Of Engagement by Ria Hall Every two years, one of the best arts and music festival in New Zealand […]
Tazmin Barnes – ‘Powerful’ (EP review)
Achieving chart success with a debut EP is remarkable. Getting there again with a sophomore release can be trickier. Often […]
Jack In The Box feat. Lorna Dea – “Got To Have You” (single premiere)
Having spotted Lorna Dea as one of our ‘Artists to Watch’ back in 2016 and enjoyed her debut EP, Little […]
Albert Man – “Say Something Loving” (single premiere)
When you’ve been following an artist as closely as we’ve been watching Albert Man, a new release is always a […]
The Matinee November 17th
Old and new favorites collide on The Matinee November 17th edition. The mini-playlist has some sweet melodies and heartbreaking ballads […]
Dishy Tangent – Notting Hill Arts Club, London (photo review)
Absent Kelly presents….Sonic Sketch, featuring Dishy Tangent. Notting Hill Arts Club 9 September 2017 What’s not to like about Dishy […]
Nicole Atkins – ‘Goodnight Rhonda Lee’ (Album Review)
Nicole Atkins has been one of the most consistent sources of great music over the last ten years. Her debut […]
Nick Heyward – Bantersaurus Rex (photo essay)
You may remember Nick Heyward as the front man of Haircut 100, a young man with a big old guitar […]
Helen Connelly – “Do You Remember” (single premiere)
Finding an artist with a distinctive voice is always a pleasure. Since we first discovered Essex-based Helen Connelly, back in […]
Callum Pitt – “Least He’s Happy” (single premiere)
Hot on the heels of his debut single, “You’d Better Sell It While You Can”, released just a few short […]
Bobby Uzóma – “Alone” (single premiere)
We picked out Bobby Uzóma’s forthcoming EP as one of 2017’s most anticipated records back at the start of the […]
SXSW 2017 Memories – Alex Napping
Since 2015, we have asked independent artists to share their favorite memories from their time at SXSW. In just a […]
Brady Toops – ‘Tried & True’ (album review)
Our premiere of the signature single “Carolina” from Brady Toops’ sophomore album Tried & True praised his strong yet authentic […]
She Drew The Gun Capture the Crowd at The Horn UK (photo essay)
I’m not lying when I say I’ve fallen in love a little with She Drew The Gun, the Liverpool-based indie-rock […]
Albert Man – “Nothing Of Nothing Much”
Received with critical acclaim, Albert Man‘s 2016 album, Cheap Suit, placed him at the forefront of London’s gig circuit and […]