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"KILL, THE ICON!" is an exploration of cultural icons and iconoclasts, viewed through the lens of pop culture.

"Buddhist Monk" is an exploration of the self-immolation of Thich Quang Duc. Modern protests are often performative and derived for the aim of social clout. This song aims to tell the story of a protestor who put it all on the line.

Released in November 2021, Buddhist Monk was the debut single from KILL, THE ICON! It has received consistent airplay on Amazing Radio and Amazing Radio USA.

Buddhist Monk

Music and lyrics by Hannah Ashcroft 
Produced by Hannah Ashcroft & Samuel Quinn 

Hannah Ashcroft: Vocals, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
Samuel Quinn: Electric Guitar, Bass, Rhodes
Adam Dawson: Drums, Percussion
Harry Fausing Smith: String Arrangements, Violin, Viola

Miscellaneous Credits:
Recorded at Pinhole Sound Studies, Manchester
Engineered and mixed by Adam P. Gorman 
Mastered by George Atkins at 80 Hertz Studios

Husk

Little Consequence

'No Promises' is my first debut single. The main genres are Pop, Alternative and Singer-Songwriter.

No Promises

Bluephox with single "Touched by Neon"
Out on Bolero Recordings October 29, 2021 
Stream or download here: https://orcd.co/touchedbyneon

Contact: mail@bolerorecords.se
© 2021 Bolero Recordings

Touched by Neon

Stream/download here

Bluephox - Touched By Neon

Genuine

Foolhardy is the new single from Brighton duo Seadog and the title track of their new EP released on 22.10.21 via Austerity Records on digital and limited edition blue sparkle cassette. The EP compiles recordings made throughout the lockdowns of 2020-21 and features early versions of new songs that will appear on Seadog's forthcoming album Internal Noise. Also featured is a remix by Champion Fever.

Recorded at Bella Union Studios, Brighton, the title track is a cavalcade of wonky electronics and euphoric guitars featuring Jack and Lily Wolter from Penelope Isles – Jack on drums, additional guitar and production while Lily provides backing vocals.

Foolhardy (Radio Edit)

Mango

Naive And Trusting

Double Rum & Confidence

Among Spirits

Surprise

Our House Is On Fire

Bus To Jericho

Following recent appearances at End Of The Road and Twisterella Festival, Durham-based indie punks Fortitude Valley are pleased to reveal their new single ‘The Right Thing (Part 1)’ which is out now on all good digital service providers.

The track is the final single to be taken from their self-titled debut album set for digital release on 29th October 2021 via Fika Recordings—due to global vinyl pressing plant issues, physical preorders are suffering from delays and are still available to purchase on bandcamp now, with delivery date TBC.

Commenting on the track, vocalist Laura Kovic says: “'The Right Thing (Part I)' is about a one-sided attempt to salvage a dysfunctional relationship. It's a reflection on the ways you can sometimes feel lonelier in a couple than you would being on your own. It's one of our favourites to play live, and acts as a counterpoint to the final song on the album, which is the more sombre and introspective second part of the narrative.”

The band are also delighted to announce a run of UK support tour dates with Los Campesinos! in December 2021, with all shows now SOLD OUT (see below for listings).

Recording in two stints during 2019 and 2021 with a COVID sized hole in the middle, the band’s self-titled debut album was laid down between Soup Studios in London, Rocking Horse Recording Studio in Durham, and the members’ respective homes. The album was recorded, engineered and produced by Giles Barrett and Neil Combstock, mixed by Michael Collins, and mastered by Dave Williams.

Addressing themes of the passage of time, friendships and relationships growing apart, and feelings of insecurity, depression, and anxiety—as well as searching for love and salvation—the album is very much a product of our times.

Previously-released album singles ‘Wreck’, ‘Cassini’, ‘Baby, I’m Afraid’ and ‘All Hail The Great Destroyer’ have received praise from a rapidly growing list of press including HARD BEAT, Emerging Rock Bands, LOUD WOMEN, The Punk Site, Noizze, Austin Town Hall, Bring The Noise, For The Rabbits, Get In Her Ears, NARC. Magazine, Sweeping The Nation, Distorted Sound and more.

The tracks also made the band’s first splash at radio, landing on the X-Posure Playlist at Radio X, XS Manchester playlist, Idobi Anthm playlist, Amazing Radio playlist, KINK Indie playlist, and securing spins from Steve Lamacq and Marc Riley at BBC 6music, Mickey Bradley (of The Undertones) at BBC Ulster, BBC Introducing and local radio support, as well as a swathe of regional and specialist shows jumping on board.


Fortitude Valley’s debut self-titled album is released 29th October 2021



Fortitude Valley Live Dates:

06 November - Cambridge - The Blue Moon (Cambridge Indiepop Half Dayer)
07 November - Oxford -Florence Park Community Centre (Oh, Community! Fundraiser)
13 December - Cardiff - The Tramshed * (SOLD OUT)
14 December - London - The Village Underground * (SOLD OUT)
15 December - Leeds - The Brudenell Social Club * (SOLD OUT)

* supporting Los Campesinos!

Fortitude Valley - The Right Thing (Part I)

"Stuff Galore" by Murina.

From the EP, Stugg Galore, released December 3rd 2021 through MUZAI Records on cassette and digitally.

https://www.facebook.com/murinaband
https://www.instagram.com/murinaband

Murina - Stuff Galore

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A sketch from the MDMA (Multi Directional Music Album)'The Bounce'. This is a journey from source to B1.1.1.1.2.1.1.1.1.1.1

To listen to the whole MDMA visit www.yoghurtpot.co.uk/manchineel.html

Sketches Of The Bounce : Journey To B1.1.1.1.2.1.1.1.1.1.1

The second track from our new EP "if this is it..."
the EP is available from https://parasiteofficial.bandcamp.com/album/if-this-is-it

Riot In The Village

"Sunshine Are You Mine?"
Written, performed and produced by Sam L. Jones.

Sunshine Are You Mine?

'Humble Beginnings', getting played on BBC Upload on BBC Radio Bristol on 3/5/21: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W46Y95U8hZY

Friend or Foe?

Humble Beginnings

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