Portugal’s Moon Cowboy, aka Ricardo Fiel, is set to release a new EP under UK label 1991 Recordings. Influenced by Radiohead and Slowdive, the EP features captivating tracks like ‘Your Bright Light’ and ‘Baby Jane.’ Fiel’s mesmerizing guitar work and varied sound create an absorbing and satisfying listen. The EP will be available on May 17, 2024.
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Whitelands – Night-bound Eyes are Blind to the Day
The long-awaited debut album from London based gazers Whitelands is finally here. After a series of incredible single releases before and after signing to the legendary Sonic Cathedral label they bring us Night-bound Eyes are Blind to the Day.
Tetsu the Phoenix – See You Around
There is a place in modern life for worship. The old gods of volume, density, and gain remain enshrined in the songs of Tetsu the Phoenix. As much a study in sound as examination of song, TTP conjures sounds familiar and novel by referencing classics in the libraries of desert rock, black metal, doom, and shoegaze.
Geography of the Moon – Sometimes
Geography of the Moon, a post-punk duo formed in London in 2016, has released a new single “Sometimes” after relocating from the UK to Thailand, Indonesia, and soon Japan. The track, described as a surf rock-influenced post-punk tune, addresses social anxiety and existential dread. With over 450 post-Covid gigs, the band continues to captivate with their lyrical honesty and powerful musicality.
Elephant Stone – Back Into The Dream
Elephant Stone’s sixth album, “Back Into The Dream,” captures the band’s 14-year journey of crafting dreamy, psychedelic pop. Each track, from the summery opener to the Beatle-esque closer, showcases the band’s musical prowess and sixties influence, making it a must-listen for fans of hooky psych-pop.
Seems Like Forever – Listen
Matt Etherton and Jackie Kasbohm of Presents For Sally and Echodrone have formed Seems Like Forever. Their debut single “Listen” showcases a blend of shoegaze and lo-fi with ethereal vocals. The B sides offer acoustic and experimental tracks. The single’s diverse sounds hint at an exciting upcoming album. “Listen” is available digitally and as a limited edition green vinyl.
Thee U.F.O – Beaming A Moments Reflection
Irish label Fuzzed Up & Astromoon Records introduces Dublin band Thee U.F.O.’s new album “Beaming A Moments Reflection,” featuring dynamic vocals and experimental sounds. The album includes singles ‘Bursting Egos’ and ‘Surveyor,’ showcasing diverse styles from discordant tones to rhythmic jams. Available on digital and vinyl, the album promises an engaging listening experience.
The Hologram People – Isola Dei Morti Viventi
The Hologram People return with their new album Isola Dei Morti Viventi, a soundtrack for a “lost” Italio horror movie. The album’s inventive soundscapes take listeners on a journey, evoking disorientation, tension, and foreboding. The duo’s music inspires imagination, making for a unique listening experience. Isola Dei Morti Viventi is out now via Dreamlord Recordings.
Premiere: Virgins – s o f t e r
Belfast-based band Virgins has unveiled a new single and announced their debut album, “nothing hurt and everything was beautiful,” due out April 11th via Blowtorch Records. The single, ‘s o f t e r,’ showcases ethereal vocals and immersive shoegaze sound. The album pre-order includes an exclusive non-album track, ‘g l i s s,’ providing a glimpse of the band’s sonic evolution. Don’t miss their upcoming album launch parties in Belfast and Dublin.
The Asteroid No.4 – Tremble EP
The Asteroid No.4, a Californian band blending shoegaze, dream pop, and psychedelic rock, released their 11th album “Tones Of The Sparrow” on Club AC30. Now signed with Silver Arrow Records, they launched an EP called “Tremble.” The EP features ethereal synths, reverberating vocals, and a blend of dream pop and psychedelia, foreshadowing their upcoming 12th album in 2024.
Os Overdoses – All Killers! No Feelers!
Your hapless reviewer gets kidnapped by three criminals and is forced to write a review for the debut album of Queens band Os Overdoses. The album, titled “All Killers! No Feelers!”, is described track by track with insights and ominous warnings from the captive. The article concludes with details about the album’s release.
Karkara – Anthropia
Karkara, a French psychedelic rock band formed in 2019, has made waves with two albums and over a hundred concerts across Europe. Influenced by prominent bands, their music is described as a powerful, hypnotic dose of psych rock. The band has announced their third album, “All Is Dust,” set for release on March 22nd.
Orchids – Orchids
Belfast musician Michael Smyth has unveiled a remarkable new album, “Orchids,” showcasing female and non-binary vocalists from Northern Ireland. The album offers a diverse range of powerful tracks, blending punk fury, shoegaze, and post-hardcore. With sharp social commentary and exceptional performances, “Orchids” is a testament to the vitality of Northern Irish alternative music.
Bride – Paralysis
It’s not often I get the chance to shout about one of our local bands but today I get to do just that. Hailing from Inverclyde, Bride have just released their latest single and you need to hear it. The band was formed in 2021 by Aedan Mcvey and Charlie McQueen (guitarists) who both sharedContinue reading “Bride – Paralysis”
Slift – Ilion
Not that long ago now a good friend of mine pointed me to a YouTube video of a KEXP session. I hadn’t heard of the band before but I kinda like exploring new sounds so I popped my headphones in and hit play. The session was recorded at the Trans Musicales festival in Rennes andContinue reading “Slift – Ilion”
Sun Shines Cold – Until The End EP
Welcome to the beginning of another year here on Static Sounds Club. I’m kicking off 2024 with an EP I have been really enjoying over my Xmas, Birthday and New Year break. Regular readers will remember us discussing Scottish goth-tinged gazers Sun Shines Cold a few months back as they launched their debut album EchoesContinue reading “Sun Shines Cold – Until The End EP”
Lushen Tides – Perfect Moments
As someone who is in a DIY shoegaze band himself, I really appreciate it when like-minded souls reach out with their projects. I was so happy to hear from Jonathan Lee, a self-professed lone gazer from Derbyshire in England. He has just released his debut album under the name Lushen Tides. Perfect Moments is, atContinue reading “Lushen Tides – Perfect Moments”
93millionmilesfromthesun – Buried Dreams EP
Doncaster’s 93MillionMilesFromTheSun have been responsible for some key shoegaze moments over the years. From 2008’s self-titled debut all the way up to album eight, Why Do We Fall Apart their music has been the soundtrack to many a gazers life. As you may know the magician behind the curtain is Nick Noble, a multi-instrumentalist who’sContinue reading “93millionmilesfromthesun – Buried Dreams EP”
SERVO – Monsters
Long time readers of the blog will know how happy I am when I get an email from those maggots over at Dirty Filthy Records. Today see’s the release of Monsters, the third album from French three-piece SERVO. To date the band have released their debut opus The Lair of Gods before going on releaseContinue reading “SERVO – Monsters”
Melody Fields – 1991
In my previous blog I explored 1901, the new album from Gothenburg’s Melody Fields. They have now dropped 1991 the second of their albums to release this year. What can we expect from the band this time around? Here’s what they had to say. “1991 takes a different approach as a concept album that evolvedContinue reading “Melody Fields – 1991”
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