Following on from an electrifying string of releases, enigmatic Swedish newcomer MIO shares debut EP ‘So what do we do now?’ released via IslandRecordsUK.
MIO’s fluid and accessible lyrics, matched by a genre-hopping style, combined with the fact that MIO could be any sort of artist (and arguably already is), all adds up to a feeling of total pop freedom. Debut EP ‘So What Do We Do Now?’ comes with a complementary visual project whose own narrative runs in parallel to the stories MIO explores through the songs. The series of short films follows the turbulent, passionate and ultimately doomed story of teens Muna and Luka, while MIO’s own story arc offers no shortage of drama.
Previously released singles ‘High On Me’, ‘Lost’ and ‘Wasting Lies’ form 3 of the 4 chapters of the mini film, with ‘Nude’ its final act. The film is to be released in its entirety alongside the audio EP.
Watch “Nude” from the EP “So what do we do now”, here :
Irish experimental neo-soul quintet Shookrah recently dropped their latestsingle, “Flex” and now, an accompanying videoto encompass on the track’s eccentric nature.Released viaBroken Records on November 30th, the single follows their last enticing single and hypnotic excursion, “Don’t Wanna Doubt You”, gainingShookrah extensive support from prominent publications such as Afropunk, CLASH Mag, Wonderland Magazine, JOE.ie, and many, many more,earning the quintet airplay on various radio shows such as BBC Ulster’s Across The Line. Reputable news source, The Irish Times have sincepraised the band, naming them “Best Irish Act of 2017”,as well as “50 People to Watch in 2018”,while GoldenPlec hadpreviously placed the band in their ‘Plec Picks’ for 2016, furthering their soon to be explosive musical journey.
To date, the band have had the pleasure of performing headline shows at Quarter Block Party, Wigwam and K-Fest, and have gone on to support iconic and influential musicians such as Billy Ocean and Theo Katzman (Vulfpeck) on their Irish-based tours, respectively. Shookrah currently all reside in Cork, Ireland, although the experimental collective originate from a variety of different cities and countries, including Dublin, South Africa and more.
The latest single “Flex” was recorded with Brendan Fennessy (O Emperor), mixed by Michael Heffernan, produced by Emmet O’Riabhaigh and Diarmait Mac Cárthaigh of Shookrah, with mastering duties taken on by the prolific April Golden – is a surefire nod to RnB and Soul, before erupting into an immersive pop-rock section, gradually weaving between sparks of funk, electro and indie antics, driving the track to its full potential. The accompanying music video captures vibrant nightlife to its fullest extent; glowing neon lights surround the band as they flex, dance and express their innermost emotions on the dance floor.
Watch the official video for “Flex” by Shookrah below –
The Good, The Bad & The Queen have dropped a brand new track and chillingly-accompanying video for the latest single titled ‘Gun To The Head’ taken from the band’s forthcoming studio album Merrie Land. In preparation for their shows in Blackpool, Glasgow and London the band will play 3 intimate warm-up shows in Tynemouth, at the Tynemouth CIU Club on 26thNovember and Cullercoats Crescent Club on 27th & 28th November – each with a rare capacity of less than 100. Tickets go on sale at 9.00am this Wednesday. Ticket information HERE!
Watch the official video for “Gun To The Head” by The Good, The Bad & The Queen below –
The latest album, Merrie Land’s focus moves beyond GBQ’s London-themed first album to a wider land, with a beautiful and hopeful paean to the Britain of today, an inclusive Britain, currently in an Anglo-Saxostentialist crises at the end of a relationship, wondering what might be salvaged. Could there be a more perfect band – with their creative symbiosis of pasts and present and shared acclaimed music histories – to reflect on the anticipation, disorientation and confusion of current life.
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Now in the fifth year of their journey, Coattails find themselves at a pivotal moment. The sophomore album comes with pressures inherent in the maturation of one’s expression. Will the sound have evolved with its creators? How has the world around them changed since their first installment? Will their dedication falter? Armed with answers, Coattails stand ready to deliver the second installment in their evolution: Imaginary Friends.
Watch the official video for “Clocks & Knives” by Coattails below –
Imaginary Friendsis a reflection. A situation report from the journey thus-far. The accomplishments, the failures, the every day doldrums. Pulling no punches, past and present collide and brace for the future.
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