Rebecca Dow has spent much of 2026 moving at a remarkable speed. The conclusion of Virgins brought one chapter of her musical life to a close, while the months since have opened several fresh routes for her songwriting. Regular Static Sounds Club readers will already know how much I value her voice, both for itsContinue reading “Rebecca Dow (feat David Sloan) – Beneath You”
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Sunstinger – Spare Me The Rapture EP
My first proper encounter with Sunstinger came through ‘Bonnies Kaleidoscope’ in the summer of 2021. Its mix of atmosphere, weight and melody gave me every reason to champion this Scottish five piece on my DKFM show. I finally put that relationship into words recently when ‘Spare Me the Rapture’ arrived as the first single fromContinue reading “Sunstinger – Spare Me The Rapture EP”
Sweeping Promises – You Say I Romanticize
The last time Sweeping Promises appeared on these pages, I was writing about Good Living Is Coming for You and thinking back to the afternoon in 2020 when Hunger for a Way Out first appeared in my Bandcamp feed. That debut had the feel of a punk record assembled with whatever space and equipment LiraContinue reading “Sweeping Promises – You Say I Romanticize”
God of War – Molly Picture
God of War’s album Molly Picture combines metallic textures and melancholic pop with experimental sounds. The trio’s innovative approach creates a distinctive listening experience filled with vibrant layers and emotional depth.
The Mountain – Objects
I was buzzing when Rebecca Dow reached out to tell me about her new project. Static Sounds Club readers will know her through Virgins, a band I have written about with real affection over the years. The Mountain begins a new chapter for Dow, joining her with Northern Irish producer and musician Darren Speers. DowContinue reading “The Mountain – Objects”
Foglights – Nous Deux EP
The EP “Nous Deux” by Foglights features Eva Cord and Archie Ingram, blending heartfelt indie pop and psychedelic tones across four songs, showcasing their distinct musical styles and emotional depth.
Kinoue64 – 大人になる
Japan has an uncanny knacked of producing bands that not only nail the shoegaze sound but also evolve it too. kinoue64 is exactly that kind of band. This is my first time writing about the Hiroshima based project, so 大人になる, which translates as Becoming an Adult, becomes my doorway into a catalogue already full ofContinue reading “Kinoue64 – 大人になる”
Selkie – Gold
Selkie recently performed at The Old Hairdressers in Glasgow, showcasing her new single ‘Gold’, a precursor to her debut EP inWaves. The song blends folk, ambient pop, and electronics, emphasizing renewal and transformation.
Primitive Ring – Primitive Ring
Primitive Ring’s self-titled debut showcases a dynamic blend of heavy psych, garage rock, and energetic riffs. The album reflects a seasoned trio’s chemistry, balancing loud performances with emotional depth.
Sun Shines Cold – Light Fades Into Ruins
Sun Shines Cold’s double album “Light Fades Into Ruins” explores personal themes through a blend of shoegaze, post-rock, and more, showcasing the duo’s musical evolution and emotional depth over thirteen tracks.
