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SLOWRIDE HAVE RELEASED THIRD SINGLE 'AS ABOVE/SO BELOW'

This fine new release is accompanied by a great music video - our Robin Mumford has been finding more about the trio.

SINGLE REVIEWS 25/07/21

This week The Shed Project take our Single Of The Week plus we write words on new music by Tom Bright Feat Gita Langley, Spearmint, Bethany Ferrie, Lottie, Last Man Alive, Reilly James, Shallow Waters and Stephanie Lau.

ALBUM REVIEW: EMMA-JEAN THACKRAY - "YELLOW"

Emotion. Soul. Heart. Paul Laird delivers an incredible review of the new album by Emma-Jean Thackray.

'NEON' THE GREAT NEW SINGLE FROM DESERT SHIPS IS OUT NOW

This is the first single from the band's forthcoming new album 'Heavy Soup' and it's a cracker.

HOLLOWS HAVE RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'YOU'RE FINE'

The Manchester-based four-piece have surpassed themselves with their finest single to date.

'MY OH MY' THE DEBUT RELEASE FROM EZRAE IS OUT TODAY

This debut single is indie-pop perfection. Read out story on Ezrae and listen to her here for the first time.

THE HILDER RELEASE THEIR ASTOUNDING DEBUT SINGLE 'LOST ON YOU'

The Bridlington-based quartet set their stall out with this incredible first single.

'BULLETPROOF VEST', THE NEW SINGLE FROM THE CANDLE THIEVES IS OUT TODAY

Along with a captivating lyric video, this new release is perfect pop from the Internationally acclaimed duo.

JOHN POWER RELEASES ONE-OFF SOLO SINGLE 'GROUNDED TRUTH'

The song is the soundtrack to a short film showcasing the new adidas Spezial collection.

WITH THE RELEASE OF THEIR NEW SINGLE 'LUCY', LYENA CONTINUE TO SHOW OFF THEIR INCREDIBLE NEW AND POLISHED SOUND

The trio have had an impressive 2021 already - now they are back with their best single to date.

'TECHNICOLOUR SHAKEDOWN' THE NEW SINGLE FROM VELVET STARLINGS IS OUT TODAY.

Taken from their upcoming new album, this new track is the perfect blend of sixties British rock and the sound of the West coast of LA. The music video is something else too.

EPISODE 20 - INTERVIEW WITH THE GOOD DELUSIONS

Join us for Episode 20 of our weekly podcast where your host Adam Wright presents the best new indie releases. He has an interview with The Good Delusions (conducted by Tom Farmer), our Single Of The Week from Katie Wood plus plays of new music by Broke Casino, Taxi With Strangers and an epic anthem via Dean Dovey. A great show as always, check it out~!

PATTERN PUSHER PREMIERE THE MUSIC VIDEO TO THEIR NEW SINGLE 'FIND THE LIGHT'

The video fits the song to perfection - view our article to have a watch and to find out more about this new release.

THE HEAVY NORTH RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'NO GOOD' ALONG WITH THE MUST-SEE MUSIC VIDEO

This new release is the second single to be taken from the Liverpool-band's upcoming album. Read our Feature Article that comes complete with the fabulous music video.

KEIRON FARROW SING THE BLUES ON NEW EP 'FAST AWAKE' WITH LEAD SINGLE 'NEXT STRAIN' TAKING CENTER STAGE

TRANSISTOR GIVE IT MAXIMUM VOLTAGE ON LATEST TRACK 'SILVER LINING'

Our Tom Farmer has written an excellent Feature Article on the Alabama-based quartet.

'WE HAVE NO TIME (FOR NOW)' THE NEW SINGLE FROM MORNING TRIPS IS OUT NOW ALONG WITH THE MTV-INSPIRED MUSIC VIDEO

IVY ASH PREMIERES THE MUSIC VIDEO TO HER VIBRANT SINGLE RELEASE 'RAIN AGAIN'

With impressive visuals, the music video is colourful and fits the track perfectly.

HILLARY CAPPS HAS RELEASED HER RAGE-FUELLED NEW SINGLE 'NOBODY TOLD ME'

Topically original, this new release caught the eye of staff writer Robin Mumford.

'BORROWED TIME' THE EPIC ANTHEM FROM DEAN DOVEY IS OUT TODAY

If you are a fan of The Verve you will love this. A sensational. huge track.

ALBUM REVIEW: JOON - "DREAM AGAIN"

Paul Laird goes deep on the latest release from the Italians Do It Better label. Ethereal and poignant, welcome to your new favourite album.

PENELOPE PETTIGREW RELEASES TROPICAL FLAVOURED NEW SINGLE 'HOLLYWOOD'

The fierce performer takes us to the club on this new release.

'MAGNOLIA' THE MAJESTIC NEW SINGLE FROM TEAH LEWIS IS OUT TODAY

Sheffield-based artist Teah Lewis has today released her third single of 2021, 'Magnolia' - read more on the accomplished songwriter and her new release.

CHRISSIE HUNTLEY RETURNS WITH HER SECOND SINGLE 'ME, MYSELF & I'

We have been listening to the Brighton-based vocally talented performer.

ELECTRO-INDIE SPECIALISTS REGRESSIVE LEFT HAVE RELEASED NEW SINGLE 'CREAM MILITIA'

Our Deputy Editor Adam Wright takes a look at the band and their latest release.

CHARLIE BAKER RELEASES HIS VIBRANT DEBUT SINGLE 'BETTER WITH ME'

This first release from Baker is a feel good summer anthem. Read our story on Charlie Baker and his track 'Better With Me'.

'ALONE' THE NEW SINGLE FROM LOST CLUB IS OUT NOW

With shades of a MGMT Summer Anthem, 'Alone' Is An Impressive Release.

MEET COURTNEY JADE: VERSATILE, SOULFUL AND INTENSELY LIKEABLE

With soulful vocals and the confidence to transcend genres, Courtney Jade has a strong voice and a bright future. Read our Feature.

DO YOU REMEMBER THE FIRST TIME?

Our Sound Music Writers Remember Their First Records For Record Store Day

'TELL ME SOMETHING', THE DEBUT SINGLE FROM BRIAN CATTIGAN IS OUT NOW

We have been listening to this great release all week. Read our article on the impressive Stirling-based Singer-Songwriter and his first single.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 19

This week host Adam Wright presents an interview with Harry from The Rotanas whose blinding new single 'Get The Call' is out now. Plus we have plays of our Single Of The Week, an exclusive play of the upcoming amazing new tune from The Shed Project plus further new music from Jody & The Jerms, Trouble Pilgrims and Jess Kemp. A great show as always, check it out ~!

Special thanks to Tom Farmer.

SINGLE REVIEWS 11/07/21

After a week away we return with our round=up pf the latest indie releases. Jess Kemp takes our Single Of The Week with 'Don't You Cry' on a strong week of new music. We also review tunes from: SHADE, BAXTR, Jonny Ash Band, Murmurs, Pat Spencer, Edward Sansom, Mad Hatter's Daughter, Future Colous, Brian Cattigan, Jessica Luise, DARLINGs, Five Day North, Muddy Elephant and Jody & The Jerms.

LENNY JAMES HAS RELEASED HIS NEW SINGLE 'MAKE OUR MOVE'

With some industry heavyweights behind him, James is one to watch. Our Alyce Ruby has written this excellent feature on the rising star.

THE MERGERS HAVE RELEASED THEIR NEW SIMGLE 'BETTER DAYS'

German quartet The Mergers have released 'Better Days', the latest single to be lifted from their acclaimed third album, 'Three Apples In The Orange Grove'. We have enjoyed finding out more about the German band.

GUY DAVIS CALLS ON LISTENERS TO TAKE A “COMMERCIAL BREAK” IN LATEST SINGLE “WASTE LAND”

'THE MOUNTAIN AND THE WAVE' THE NEW SINGLE BY THIRD GIRL FROM THE LEFT IS OUT TODAY

This new release is a dark and theatrical performance piece that bushed the boundaries of modern music. Read our insightful feature.

THE BOO RADLEYS PREMIERE THE OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO TO THEIR FIRST SINGLE IN TWENTY-THREE YEARS

'A Full Syringe And Memories Of You' marks a triumphant return for the band. View the official lyric video here.

ALICE PISANO RETURNS WITH HER NEW SINGLE 'OPEN UP'

The aptly named track creates an uplifting atmosphere. Our Deputy Editor Adam Wright has been taking a listen.

'TOUGH TALK' THE NEW SINGLE FROM MIRABILIA IS OUT NOW

This is perhaps the perfect whistle blower to your shoegaze awakening. You may just fall in love with this peaceful side of the musical spectrum.

ALBUM REVIEW - MASK - 'SMILING ASSASSINS'

Belfast-based rockers MASK are back with a monster of a new album – ‘Smiling Assassins’. Read our **** review.

LA-BASED SPECIFIC COAST RELEASES MELLOW YET POIGNANT “HOME”

With soft, finger-picked guitar and understating vocals, Specific Coast have released a masterclass in the art of acoustic songwriting. Words by Tom Farmer.

CASEY CRANE HAS RELEASED HER NEW DREAMY FOLK-ROCK SINGLE 'I THINK WE'LL MAKE IT'

It is her first single to be released on all music streaming platforms, and an impressive one at that. We have been taking a listen.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 18 - INTERVIEW WITH PAUL KING OF THE KYND

On this week's podcast, host Adam Wright has an insightful and brilliant interview with Paul King, frontman of The Kynd who joined our Tom Farmer for a chat. Plus Adam plays a selection of new music including releases from Serotones, Murmurs, Alex Ohm and Longcoats. A great show as always, check it out~!

THE CHASE SIGN WITH GOLDEN ROBOT RECORDS

This record deal is a childhood dream come true for the exciting Nottingham based indie rock band.

HAZEL MEI HAS RELEASED HER NEW SINGLE 'THE FUNNIEST THING'

Out today, the new single from the talented Australian is self produced. We have been discovering more about the track and Hazel Mei.

'SWEATSHIRT', THE NEW SINGLE FROM MOONROOF IS OUT NOW

This new release from the Philadelphia-based quartet solidifies an excellent 2021 for the band. Read our story here.

BECKY BRIGGS HAS RELEASED HER LOVE-POP SONG 'L WORDS'

The Brighton singer-songwriter has written a perfect summer pop song. We have been taking a listen.

THE HARDWORKING YOUNG DECADES HAVE TODAY RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'MEDITERRANEAN'

This rousing summer anthem is a must listen. Read our story on the release here.

CALLUM GIBSON HAS RELEASED HIS SINGLE 'SUMMER'

The talented Dundee-based performer is coming out of Covid with a spring in his step. We have been listening to Gibson's first major release.

BRIGHTON-BASED CARAMEL RELEASE KALEIDOSCOPIC YET CRISP “DREAMS OF 60s COUNTERCULTURE”

Our Tom Farmer has been taking a listen.

TOBY WILTSHIRE: 'SHANYATA : EMPTINESS'

"If you are desirous of the profound and seeking beauty, then this is the album you need." - Read the review by Paul Laird.

SPANGLED HAVE RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'HEADSPACE'

It is the first single to come from the Manchester band's debut EP. Find out more about their new release in this feature article.

'LONGER NOW', THE NEW SINGLE FROM GEORGE MILLS IS OUT NOW

George Mills has released his fifth single, 'Longer Now', an upbeat yet emotional track that shines a light on the Manchester based performers songwriting talents. We have been discovering more.

RAGSY HAS RELEASED HIS NEW SINGLE 'SAFE FROM HARM'

This is the third single to be released from his forthcoming album. We have been finding out more about the Welsh performer and this new release.

EPISODE 17 - NEW MUSIC CENTRAL

Join your host Adam Wright as he plays a selection of the best new and forthcoming indie releases, including our Single Of The Week from Audiotown (a must listen). Also he reveals his Hottest Track Of The Week and plays music from Greg Poole, More In Luv, Serotones, Paul Nixon, The Zebecks, Jack Tiernan and Hardwicke Circus. A great show as always, check it out~!

MAE KRELL HAS RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'COLORBLIND'

Our Alyce Ruby has been taking a listen.

SINGLE REVIEWS 27/06/21

AUDIOTOWN HAVE OUR RELEASE OF THE WEEK WITH THEIR DEBUT EP. OTHER NEW MUSIC COMES FROM: SWIM SCHOOL, SLANEY BAY, GREG POOLE, MEREDITH ROUNSLEY, THE LILLY WAVE, ROWDY OUTSIDER, THE WIFE GUYS OF REDDIT, PAUL NIXON, THE ZEBECKS AND MORE IN LUV.

'READY TO ROLL', THE NEW SINGLE FROM NATALIE CLARK IS OUT NOW

The talented performer has appeared on The Voice and performed for Richard Branson. Now, she has released her vibrant new single.

ROE HAS RELEASED 'CRUEL', HER FIRST SINGLE OF 2021

‘Cruel’ seems to be a new era for the young singer/songwriter. Alyce Ruby has been taking a listen.

SHAUN FINN RELEASES HIS EMOTIONAL NEW SINGLE 'FALLEN FLOWERS'

The Dublin impresses our Robin Mumford with his new release. Read our story on Shaun Finn and take a listen to the track.

'GOING UNDER' THE NEW SINGLE FROM CARLEY VARLEY IS OUT TODAY

The Bournemouth singer-songwriter has unleashed the Paramore inspired lead track from her forthcoming 'Seasons' EP.

ETTIE RELEASES HER NEW ALT-POP SINGLE 'I'M SORRY TO MY EXES'

The up-and-coming singer-songwriter impresses with her timely Pride month anthem.

LONDON ROCK BAND MODERN GUILT HAVE RELEASED THEIR DEBUT EP

'You're Welcome' features five incredible tracks, lead by title track 'Double Denim'. We have been taking a listen.

SCOTT HELMAN HAS RELEASED HIS INDIE POP ANTHEM 'OLD FRIENDS'

We take a look at the Canadian performer, this great new release and the music video.

'INSECURE' THE NEW SINGLE FROM JACK TIERNAN IS OUT NOW

The fourth single from Jack Tiernan is out now, available on major streaming platforms. Our Alyce Ruby has been taking a listen.

MATTI CHARLTON HAS RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'DARK ADDICTION'

Matti Charlton is relishing their role as a contemporary voice for social change. Read our feature here.

SINGLE REVIEWS 22/06/21

DARLINGs WITH THEIR NEW RELEASE 'THE DEVIL' ARE OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK IN A WEEK WITH NEW MUSIC FROM ANDREW CUSHIN, STRANGER GIRL, SUB*T, DAYDREAM RUNAWAYS, BRITE SPIRES AND JACK CATTEL.

ALBUM REVIEW: MARK REMMINGTON - '12 WEEKS'

From the psychedelic weeps of a guitar in the opening track ‘Going out of Our Minds’ to the mellow atmosphere of ‘Dream Big’ and the harmonious vocals of ‘The Time Machine’, there quite simply is something for everybody. Read our review.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 16

Join podcast host Adam Wright as this week he has early plays of some cracking upcoming releases, our Single Of The Week and the best new indie releases. Plus we have an interview with the Liam Gallagher endorsed Emily 7, conducted by our very own Tom Farmer. A great show, check it out~!

RIVVER HAVE RELEASED THEIR SUMMER ANTHEM 'BLUE LAGOON'

Wigan band RIVVER have returned with 'Blue Lagoon', their first release of 2021 that follows up their impressive previous release 'Smile Back.'

'BLINDFOLDS' THE NEW SINGLE FROM SONDERMINDS IS OUT TODAY

We have been taking a listen to their atmospheric new single.

DARLINGs HAVE RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'THE DEVIL'

The Yorkshire duo have also created a captivating video for their synth lead new release.

'9 TIL 9' THE NEW SINGLE BY TOM AUTON IS OUT NOW

Tom Auton releases rip-roaring “9 Til 9”, a beautifully riotous ode to the pursuit of acceptance.

MACY HAS RELESED HER SHINING NEW SUMMER SINGLE 'RAINBOW EYES'

The positive vibes it brings transports you to a world not too far away any longer – A world of sunshine and fun. - Read our story here.

THE VIOLET NINES ARE BACK WITH A BRAND NEW SINGLE 'CAN WE GO'

The Minneapolis band have also produced a captivating music video for the release.

THE STILL HAVE RELEASED THEIR DEBUT SINGLE 'SAFER DAYS'

Our Depury Editor Adam Wright discovers more about the acoustic-folk act from Melbourne.

FAR WEST RELEASES NOSTALGIA-DRENCHED 'MAKE IT UP' VIA HIS SANTA CRUZ GARAGE

Our Tom Farmer has found out more about the performer and his new release.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 15 - FRANK TURNER

Oursoundmusic.com Deputy Editor and podcast host Adam Wright has a great show this week, with not one but two interviews, our Single Of The Week and two early plays of upcoming releases.

FRANK TURNER sat down with Tom Farmer to discuss the ten year anniversary of his classic 'England Keep My Bones' album which has been recently re-released and how Frank got involved in the London Olympics, his songwriting and so much more. We also have an interview with the upcoming indie rock band THE THIEVES, and plays of new music from The Institutes, Freya Beer, DARLINGs, and Headshrinkers. A great show as always, check it out~!

Special thanks: Tom Farmer.

SINGLE REVIEWS 12/06/21

THE NEW SINGLE BY THE INSTITUTES IS OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK PLUS WE HAVE ALSO BEEN LISTENING TO NEW MUSIC BY SHAMBOLICS, WYNONA, LOUIS AND THE SHAKES, TWO SKIES, VICTORS, THE HACIENDAS AND BLUE VIOLET.

SODA CRACKER JESUS HAS RELEASED HIS SECOND SINGLE 'DRUG MY SOUL'

Our Deputy Editor Adam Wright has been been listening.

INDIE-POP QUARTET CORAL PALMS HAVE RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'DRINK TOO MUCH'

Alyce Ruby has been taking a listen and discovering more about the Devon based band.

STEPHEN EVENS RETURNS WITH CHARASMATIC AND FUN-FILLED SINGLE 'I HATE SHOP (I AM SHOP)'

Our Tom Farmer has been finding out more about the new release and the fabulously entertaining music video.

SLIPPED OFF SILK HAS RELEASED HIS NEW EP

The three track 'An Inconvenient Day' EP is out now. Our Robin Mumford has been taking a listen.

20 QUESTIONS WITH: LOSTBOY

From deindustrialisation in Sheffield to personal battles with depression to a global pandemic, Lostboy are a band who seek inspiration and thrive in the face of hardship.

PACIFIC HAVE RELEASED THEIR STORMING NEW SINGLE 'SPIRAL' TODAY

The piano-infused rockers released their new single ‘Spiral’ today, which encapsulates the band’s trademark gritty and emotional sound.

'WOLVES' THE GREAT NEW SINGLE FROM CHRIS CONROY IS OUT NOW

Driven by a constant battle between happiness and heartache, love and loss, Chris Conroy has dropped his latest release - READ MORE.

SINGLE REVIEWS 08/06/21

THE ZEN ARCADE HAVE OUR RELEASE OF THE WEEK PLUS WE REVIEW NEW TUNES FROM IDLE NOISE, LOST BOY, GAZ PRICE, GEORGE ROWLANDS, TOM BRIGHT, CHRIS CONROY, JAMIE HOLMES AND STEVEN FAULKNER.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 14

Join our website Deputy Editor and show host Adam as this week he plays a selection of great new music from the likes of Chris Conroy. The Zen Arcade, The Sugar Petals and Reece Hoare. Plus our Tom Farmer has a lengthy interview with talented singer songwriter Sam Lambeth. A great show as always, check it out ~!

KYLE HUSKEY HAS RELEASED HIS NEW SINGLE

Indie-Folk performer Kyle Huskey, who hails from Fountain Valley in the US, has released his new single 'Edge Of My Bed' - WE FOUND OUT MORE.

ALBUM REVIEW: JAMES - ALL THE COLOURS OF YOU

Paul Laird reviews the latest album from JAMES.

J GUY HAS RELEASED HIS DEBUT SINGLE WITH AN ASTOUNDING VIDEO

Irish singer-songwriter J Guy has released his debut single 'Happened', an indie-folk song that shines with positivity.

'LET ME IN (FADING)' THE DEBUT SINGLE FROM KYLE RASWON IS OUT NOW

We have been discovering more about the talented newcomer.

ALBUM REVIEW: DELILAH BON - DELIHAH BON

Our Alyce Ruby reviews the self titled debut album from Delilah Bon.

THE SUGAR PETALS HAVE RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'TALK IT OUT'

Alternative Indie-pop trio The Sugar Petals have today released their storming new single 'Talk It Out'. We find out more.

TH£ INTERNET - Glüme - (ITALIANS DO IT BETTER)

Little introduction is needed. This is Glüme. A piece by Paul Laird.

SPECIFIC COAST HAS TODAY RELEASED HIS NEW SINGLE 'WASN'T LOVE'

The LA based performer follows up his popular previous release with his wonderfully melancholic new track. Read more about Specific Coast here.

'GHOST SHIPS' THE NEW NEW SINGLE FROM ISLAND EMPIRE IS OUT NOW

The 80's inspired synth pop duo have released their first music post-pandemic. We have been taking a listen and finding out more about the track.

CHARLIE MOSS HAS RELEASED HIS NEW SINGLE 'THE RIDE'

Brighton-based Charlie Moss keeps momentum up with vibrant latest single “The Ride” - Tom Farmer has been having a listen.

FADED SHADES IMPRESS WITH NEW SINGLE 'SECOND GUESSING'

Faded Shades have released their stomping new single 'Second Guessing', a rip-roaring guitar anthem for the ages.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 13

This week we have a great interview with Jacko from The Crooks conducted by Tom Farmer, Host Adam reveals his Hottest Track Of The Week, plus plays of new music from Emily 7, The Juice, Red Shakes, The Vitrines, Michael Gallagher and The Pocket Gods. A great show, check it out ~!

SINGLE REVIEWS 29/05/21

'MAKE ME START' BY THE JUICE IS OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WITH AT LEAST TWO OTHER TRACKS COMING CLOSE. WE REVIEW NEW MUSIC FROM KAVANAGH, THE DIVISIONS, MICHAEL GALLAGHER, REILLY JAMES, PERMO, MERCY KELLY, NEEVE, RED SHAKES, THE VITRINES, LUNA MORGENSTERN, HUNYBEES AND HONEYMOAN.

REALMA HAS RELEASED HER THEATRICAL NEW SINGLE 'WANDERING'

The diverse performer's new track is a film noir inspired artistic revelation.

ARTISTS UNITED COLLECTIVE HAVE RELEASED 'ALL TOGETHER NOW'

A collective of the UK's most talented and fastest rising music stars have combined to record a cover of The Farm classic 'All Together Now' - for the #SaveOurVenues campaign

SAM LAMBETH 'LOVE & EXILE' EP REVIEW

Our Robin Mumford reviews the new collection of songs from Sam Lambeth.

'SUPERHUMAN' THE DEBUT SINGLE FROM ROSE'S DIARY IS OUT TODAY

Rose, the twenty-one year old singer-songwriter from Fareham, has today released her debut single, 'Superhuman', an impressive slice of indie inspired pop-rock.

TALENTED DUO THE OLD YOUTHS HAVE TODAY RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'YESTERDAY NEVER KNOWS'

ELLIE LAVE FOLLOWS UP HER DEBUT RELEASE WITH 'OCTOBER'

The talented performer has released her upbeat new single.

LUNARCODE HAVE RELEASED THEIR DEBUT SINGLE 'HEARTBREAK'

The single and incredible music video have earned the band awards already - we take a closer look at the trio and their debut release.

FITZROY HOLT RELEASES HIS DEBUT SINGLE 'KELLY'

We take a look at the songwriter and his debut release.

FEATURE ARTICLE: RETRO FUTURISM - NEW BRITISH ELECTRONICA

Paul Laird looks at the history of British Electronica - and the new wave of artists who are sculpting and crafting incredible soundscapes, memorable melodies and block rocking beats. Essential reading.

THE JUICE RELEASE THEIR NEW SINGLE THIS FRIDAY

Our Sound Music favourites The Juice follow up their cracking previous release 'Tell Me Tina' this Friday with their new single, 'Make Me Start'.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 12

This week host Adam Wright has a cracking interview with YNES - they discuss her influences, how the name YNES came about, gigging post-Covid and her songwriting process. Plus we have plays of our Single Of The Week from Flechettes, an exclusive track from new band Blue Rose and you can hear new releases from Hardwicke Circus, Fever Jaw, Taxi With Strangers and Bryony Williams. A great show, check it out~!

'CITY ROADS' THE NEW SINGLE FROM JACK RASMUSSEN IS OUT NOW

Indie solo folk singer, Jack Rasmussen, dropped his latest release on Friday; his second release of 2021. Our Deputy Editor Adam Wright has been finding out more.

SINGLE REVIEWS 22/05/21

FLECHETTES ARE OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WITH 'INK AND GOLD' IN A WEEK WHERE WE HAVE ALSO LISTENED TO NEW MUSIC FROM DAVID CROSBY & MICHAEL MCDONALD. HARDWICKE CIRCUS, THE RIOT VANS, REGENT, SCATTERED ASHES, MARK REMMINGTON, TAXI WITH STRANGERS, BRYONY WILLIAMS AND JORDAN PHILLIPS.

ALBUM REVIEW: RARE BEASTS ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK

Johnny Llyod composed thIs body of work alongside his long time writing partner, Nathan Coen. Read our **** review by Alyce Ruby here.

'WASTED TIME' THE EXCITING SECOND SINGLE FROM GROWR IS OUT TODAY

We go behind the scenes and find out more about Growr and his new single.

EDEN DAWN HAS RELEASED HER NEW SINGLE 'INDIGO DUSK'

Eden Dawn, an experimental pop artist from Plymouth, is back with her second ethereal soundscape release of 2021.

SENSES HAVE RELEASED A STORMING NEW SINGLE

SENSES, the popular Coventry based Indie Rock band from Coventry, have today released their new single, 'Harder Now (For Love)', which is arguably their best release to date. We take a closer a look at the quartet and their new release.

BLAKE BAKER IMPRESSES ON DEBUT RELEASE 'TEA FOR TWO'

The talented Hertfordshire based performer whets our appetite for future releases - our Deputy Editor Adam Wright has been finding out more.

THE NEW RAVIS - 'THE CITY'S COMING DOWN'

The New Ravis, an indie/rock duo hailing from Galway have released their latest single, ‘The City’s Coming Down’. Our Alyce Ruby found out more.

KILL MY COQUETTE - 'COFFEEBEAN SONG'

Our Robin Mumford has been listening to the new single from the US band.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 11

Your host Adam Wright has a stacked show this week, including an early play of the upcoming new single from The Crooks.

Tom Farmer has an in-depth and interesting interview with Pretty Mafia, YNES provides our Single Of The Week plus we reveal our Hottest Track Of The Week and play new music from Reilly James, Art Block, Rob Frank and an absolute banger from Suspects. A great show, check it out~!

SINGLE REVIEWS 16/05/21

'USED TO BE' THE GREAT NEW SINGLE FROM YNES IS OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK PLUS WE GIVE A ONCE OVER TO NEW RELEASES FROM KIMBO NICE, LOSSLINE, MARTIN LEARY, JUPITER'S BEARD, SHAUN O'REILLY, LOUD WOMEN, ROB FRANK, SUSPECTS AND MERPIRE.

ALBUM REVIEW: BRITS & PIECES II COMPILATION ALBUM

Read our ***** review.

BERKSHIRE'S THIRD LUNG BREATHE NEW LIFE WITH 'HOLD THE LINE'

The track is filled to the brim with impassioned curiosity.

DISCOVER TALENTED SONGWRITER JOSH SAVAGE

The Berlin-based UK songwriter Josh Savage is back with a new single and it will hope to follow in the footsteps of his previously released indie anthem- ‘Young Fools’

'WAITNG' THE NEW SINGLE FROM LUKA IS OUT TODAY

We have been having a listen and finding out more about the artist. You should too.

PATTERN PUSHER RETURN WITH BRIGHT AND CHEERFUL NEW SINGLE 'COME ALONG'

Exeter indie-pop band Pattern Pusher have today released their new single, 'Come Along', an indie funk/soul track that is bursting with positive energy.

CHARADE HAS RELEASED HIS NEW SINGLE 'ANYTHING I WANT'

"I visited South London for a party when I was nineteen and basically never left..." - Read more about this talented newcomer.

IN DEFENCE OF INDIE

"More and more I see people talking about indie music and linking it with classic rock acts like Oasis, Ocean Colour Scene and Cast. The relative merits, or demerits, of those bands isn’t the point of what I am about to write..."

A thought provoking read from Paul Laird.

This week host Adam Wright plays both our Hottest New Track and our Single Of The Week plus we have not one but two great interviews - the multi-talented GracieSouz and an interview with Manchester band DDE's who have just released a great new single. Music comes from Pretty Mafia, The Skinner Brothers. Paris Youth Foundation, Sandra's Wedding and Clear Vinyl. A great show, check it out~!

BRENNA ERICKSON RELEASES NEW SINGLE 'CALL YOU LATER'

‘Call You Later’ is solo project: recorded, produced and written in her home studio, Elizabeth Studios. Our Alyce Ruby takes a closer look at the release.

SINGLE REVIEWS 10/05/21

PRETTY MAFIA RUNAWAY WITH OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WITH 'BENNY BLANCO'. WE ALSO OPEN OUR EARS TO NEW RELEASES FROM WES KING, THE SKINNER BROTHERS, SWIM SCHOOL, JAKL, SKI LIFT, THE HARRIETS, THE NEW NOSTALGIA, THE LILLY WAVE, HOT PUDS, LAUREL CANYON, CLEAR VINYL, ELEPHANT MEMOIRS, DIZZY, JACK CATTELL AND M60.

DOCKSUNS IMPRESS ON NEW RELEASE 'SO COLD LOVE'

Indie rock band, Docksuns, have returned with a new single, their second of the year. Read our story here.

DIY PUNK ROCKERS YOUNG FATIGUE ASK 'AM I PRETTY NOW?'

THEIR RAUCOUS NEW SINGLE IS AVAIALBLE NOW AND OUR DEPUTY EDITOR ADAM WRIGHT HAS BEEN LISTENING.

FLORIDA'S MORNING TRIPS HAVE RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'ASSAULT'

An ode to anyone disparaged by corrupt systems. Our Alyce Ruby discovers more about the collective.

'SUPPOSED TO BE' THE NEW SINGLE FROM BRISTOL'S CHRISSIE HUNTLEY IS OUT NOW

Released today, this soulful new single marks a triumphant return for the talented performer.

DDE'S HAE RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE

the Manchester trio this past week have released their strongest single to date, 'You Gotta (Shout It Out).

20 QUESTIONS WITH: STERLING PRESS

Tom Farmer chats with West London band Sterling Press. They get into the band's name change, Brentford FC, meeting Carl Barat and much more.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 9

This week host Adam Jackson-Wright has an interview with North-Manchester band Callow Youth who have just released their new EP. Plus our Single Of The Week is revealed. Music comes from Rosellas, Grace Savage, Paul Nixon, The Last Ghost, Marquis Drive and more. A great show as always, check it out~!

SINGLE REVIEWS 02/05/21

ROSELLAS FIGHT OFF STRONG COMPETITION TO TAKE OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK PLUS WE REVIEW NEW MUSIC FROM NOEL GALLAGHER, VISTAS, CALLOW YOUTH, MARQUIS DRIVE, DEAN DOVEY, BETHANY FERRIE, GRAVE SAVAGE, FIONA LENNON AND NORTH PARADE.

SINGLE REVIEW: ROISIN O'HAGAN 'GIRLS LIKE ME'

Alyce Ruby reviews the powerful new single from rising talent Roisin O'Hagan.

'SHOUT!' THE NEW SINGLE BY DEAN DOVEY IS OUT TODAY

Birmingham based solo artist Dean Dovey has today released his new single, ‘Shout!’, a positive, stomper of a tune. We have a listen.

JOSH HOLMES HAS TODAY RELEASED HIS GREAT NEW SINGLE 'CAN'T STOP THINKING ABOUT YOU'

We check out Holmes' impressive new single.

RAGSY SHARES HIS NEW SINGLE 'UNDER CLEAR SKIES'

Welsh singer-songwriter Ragsy shared the second single, ‘Under Clear Skies’ from his forthcoming album ‘One More for the Road’ - our Alyce Ruby discovered more about the talented performer.

SARAH JOHNSONE IS TO RELEASE HER DEBUT SINGLE ON MAY THE 7TH

Next Friday, May the 7th, the Stockton-On-Tees based performer Sarah Johnsone (correct spelling!) releases her debut single, 'Tonight'.

THE INNOCENT HAVE RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'ALL THE WAY DOWN'

The band have also recorded an amazing music video for the release. We find out more.

FIXERS HAVE RELEASED THEIR GREAT NEW SINGLE 'ALTRUISTIC LOVE'

The group have finally broken their silence and have retuned with their new single, ‘Altruistic Love’. Our Deputy Editor Adam Jackson-Wright discovers more.

SOCIAL HAUL - 'THE EASE'

indie/rock/post punk trio Social Haul shared a new track with us on the 21st, ‘The Ease’ – the follow up single from their first release ‘Wet Eyes’ in February.

GARY SPLAINE TO RELEASE HIS NEW SINGLE 'DRUNK' THIS FRIDAY

The talented musician brings his own brand of power-pop and guitar-fuzz on the 30th. We found out more about this exciting new release.

SINGLE REVIEWS 24/04/21

NEW YORK TRIO UV TV'S 'BACK TO NOWHERE' IS OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK. WE ALSO LISTENED TO NEW MUSIC FROM THE SHED PROJECT, YARD ARMS, PARADISE CIRCUS, ASK ELLIOT, LISSY TAYLOR, KOMBAT, THE NATIVE, WEEKEND DEBT, JAY TENNANT, THE TRUSTED AND THE BORDERS.

IRELAND'S BEDROOM-POP PRODIGY SMOOTHBOI EZRA DROPS THE ENCHANTING "STUCK"

A first taste of June’s eagerly-anticipated EP. Our Tom Farmer discovers more.

'DIRTY LAUNDRY' THE NEW SINGLE FROM CARLEY VARLEY IS OUT NOW

We found out more about her stunning new release.

20 QUESTIONS WITH: GRACIESOUZ

“I think you probably have to accept that putting yourself out there is terrifying”

ALBUM REVIEW: LYON TIDE - BEGINNINGS OF ENDS

Beginnings of Ends is a brilliant kick starter for this Birmingham-based band. Read the Our Sound Music review.

THE RETURN OF METHYL ETHEL

Last week though saw the band mark their eagerly awaited return with the immediate new single 'Neon Cheap’.

'MY BEST FRIEND' IS THE NEW SINGLE FROM LEE FORD

After spending time in several bands, Lee has now taken full control of his sound and his new track, ‘My Best Friend’, draws influences from a number of artists.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 7

Join host Adam Jackson-Wright for interviews with Richard Bowes, the author of Modern Music Masters: The Verve, and songwriter Michael Gallagher. Plus our Single Of The Week is the great new tune from The Sheratons, we reveal our Hottest Track Of The Week and we also play new music from Honey Motel and Charlotte Bettson. A great show, check it out~!

Special thanks: Tom Farmer

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'SUNRISE' THE NEW SINGLE FROM UGLY BEAUTIFUL IS OUT ON FRIDAY

Ugly Beautiful are an alt-rock band who infuse elements of grunge rock and traditional indie to create their own exciting sound.

GABRIEL RICHARDS TO RELEASE HIS NEW SINGLE THIS THURSDAY

Gabriel Richards is set to release his second single 'Gave Up Light' this Thursday, the 22nd of April. The multi-instrumentalist is an alternative singer-songwriter from Stoke-On-Trent.

SINGLE REVIEWS 17/04/21

'HER MIND' FROM THE SHERATONS IS OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK. WE ALSO CAST OUR OPINION ON NEW RELEASES FROM CANDID, MATT MCMANAMON, GRACIE SOUZ, HONEY MOTEL, SEPRONA, MIACHAERL GALLAGHER, CHARLOTTE BETTSON, THE KYND, CRYSTAL TIDES, APHRA, CUCAMARAS AND ANTO HOLLAND.

INDIE SINGER-SONGWRITER RAE RADICK HAS RELEASED HER NEW SINGLE 'CIRCLE GAME' WITH A FABULOUS MUSIC VIDEO

The self proclaimed love child of Kacey Musgraves and Keith Urban blends country, pop and rock to tackle issues we face as a society through her lyrics.

SINKA RELEASE THEIR NEW EP

Our Sound Music favourites SINKA, the alt-rock trio from Watford, have today released their 'Take Me To The Skies' EP. We find out more about the band and their new release.

'BETTER THAN WE FOUND IT' IS THE STIRRING NEW SINGLE FROM AMY FITZGERALD

The London based singer songwriter Amy Fitzgerald has today released her stirring new single. 'Better Than We Found It', an ode to our planet.

DAME HAVE RELEASED THEIR NEW INDIE-BOP 'BITE'

The Birmingham band are back with intent.

BEAU BOULDEN SET TO RELEASE HIS GREAT NEW SINGLE TOMORROW

The new track, titled ‘Unfold’, is the his first release of 2021 and follows on from the two singles he released last year.

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'SEVENTEEN' IS THE NEW ANTHEMIC SINGLE BY ALICE PISANO

London based, Italian born singer-songwriter Alice Pisano released new pop ballad, ‘Seventeen’,

'MY ANTHEM' IS THE NEW SINGLE FROM SODA CRACKER JESUS

Solo artist, Soda Cracker Jesus, who started to pursue a solo career as a way to challenge himself, has released his debut single.

'8AM' IS THE DEBUT SINGLE FROM CHERRY SERAPH

Cherry Seraph is also known as Sophie Russell, a musical twenty-one year old songwriter and performer from West Yorkshire. Her debut release, '8am', is a soothing synth driven track complete with etheral vocal layers.

WES KING IS SET TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'LOADED GUN'

We have all the info on the follow up to his incredible debut release 'Living Strange'.

SINGLE REVIEWS 13/04/21

NORTH PARADE PROVIDE OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WITH A PHENOMENAL TUNE AS WE GO THROUGH THE LATEST RELEASES INCLUDING THE SHERLOCKS, THE LATHUMS, APOLLO JUNCTION, LATE FEES, JAMES BURT, AFTERNOON PEOPLE, STATIC SATELLITES, THE VCR, BANDICOOT, FELIX HILL, THE PARTY SLOGAN, FORTY FOOT, THE CORONATIONS AND MAYSTONES.

CORAL PALMS TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'OPEN ROADS' THIS FRIDAY

The follow-up to the indie rock band's debut single is another energetic guitar song. We preview the release.

INTRODUCING: JAMES MACKENZIE

Scottish singer-songwriter, James Mackenzie, has continued to develop his folk inspired sound in recent weeks and has his eyes set firmly on the future

20 QUESTIONS WITH THE SHERATONS: “WE'RE NOT A STEREOTYPCIAL ROCK BAND!"

Tom Farmer spoke with band guitarist Finley Ryan ahead of the release of their new single 'Her Mind'.

OLLIE WADE HAS RELEASED A CLASSIC SINGLE IN 'LOST YOU IN LONDON'

The track is an example of both Ollie’s eagerness and his ability to connect with his audience on a personal level.

ED COSENS - FORTUNES FAVOR

Cosens has shown he has the strength to stand on his own two feet and has produced a very promising debut album. READ OUR REVIEW.

DYSTOPIAN POST PUNKS VEX MESSAGE RELEASE DEBUT SINGLE 'DATA REGIME'

A new wave inspired song that despite its dark undertones remains accessible and not without a hint of glam rock.

RISING STAR TOM BRIGHT RELEASES GREAT NEW SINGLE 'HOW YOUNG WE WERE'

Derby based performer Tom Bright has today released his gripping new single - WE FIND OUT MORE.

LINA AND THE LIONS HAVE RELEASED THEIR NEW SINGLE 'WORTH THE WAIT'

Sheffield Alternative New Wave band Lina And The Lions have today released their new single 'Worth The Wait', a dreamy synth track - WE FIND OUT MORE.

EMMA GALE IS STILL WOWING NEW LISTENERS WITH 'LET'S SEE WHAT THE EARTH HAS TO SAY'

The talented songwriter is still receiving plaudits for her stunning debut single.

'ONE FROM THE MODERN' IS A BAND AT THE HEIGHT OF ITS POWERS

Paul Laird looks back at what he deems to be Ocean Colour Scene's strongest output, on the anniversary of the band's much acclaimed 'Moseley Shoals' album.

TILLERMAN RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'RAINBOW'

TILLERMAN are a no nonsense rock guitar band who wear their influences on their sleeves.

MIKE CLERK - THE SPACE BETWEEN MY EARS

There are eleven tracks to delve into, giving you a range of sounds. READ OUR REVIEW.

DUBLIN NEW WAVE ROCK BAND HAVE RELEASED THEIR BEST WORK TO DATE

We take a look at 'Best Days' a song that is a fusion of new wave, punk and grunge.

PG CIARLETTA TO RELEASE NEW ANTHEM 'LET GO' THIS FRIDAY

With tongue-in-cheek lyrics in the familiar Scottish tongue and an ability to get the room moving, fans of Gerry Cinnamon, Jake Bugg, Paolo Nutini and The View are sure to rally behind Ciarletta.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 5

This week we are joined by author Lucy Nichol to discuss her new book 'The Twenty Seven Club', we have an exclusive track recorded for the podcast from our Artist Of The Week SINKA, we reveal both our Single Of The Week and Hottest New Track Of The Week plus we play some great new releases from Jess Kemp, Columbia, Taxi Rank and Shaun O'Reilly. Hosted by oursoundmusic.com Deputy Editor Adam Jackson-Wright, this episode is a great listen~!

SINGLE REVIEWS 04/04/21

'CITIZEN 202' IS THE WHIRLWIND OF A TUNE BY KAVANAGH THAT TAKES OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WHILE WE ALSO WRITE ABOUT NEW RELEASES FROM RECLAIM VIENNA, GUN, HARDWICKE CIRCUS, ROSELLAS, COLUMBIA, BEORMA, JESS KEMP, HOOK, ST PETER'S DREAM, SHAUN O'REILLY, TAXI RANK, SIROCCO AND PENNY EYES. ALL THE LATEST TUNES IN ONE PLACE~!

CHLOE HEPBURN RELEASES NEW INDIE POP EP 'NEVER ASKED FOR THIS'

We take a look at the new three track EP and her career so far.

ALBUM REVIEW: WARREN DUNES - GET WELL SOON

"Arguably, the best thing about this meritorious release is not just the diversity in sound but Massey’s polished voice." Read our review of the Seattle bands eclectic new album.

SINGLE REVIEWS 29/03/21

BIGFATBIG ARE OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WITH THE INCREDIBLE 'DON'T WANNA BE SAD' IN A WEEK THAT ISN'T SHORT ON OTHER STRONG RELEASES FROM THE CLAUSE, SHADE, THE UTOPIATES, THE CHASE, RIVAL SHADOWS, SIUNDS LIKE A STORM, CODY FEECHAM, VELA INCIDENT, THE SPARKLE AND FADE, UV-TV, AMOS THE KID, ABNORM AND THE LILLY WAVE.

EPISODE 4- Host Adam Jackson-Wright has an early play of 'Joker' the upcoming new single from Reclaim Vienna, Tom Farmer interviews Karla from SPRINTS, bigfatbag taker our Single Of The Week, additions to the All Day Gig with tickets now on sale now plus plays of the latest indie releases. A great show, check it out~!

AMBER JAY 'NEVER TO FAR FROM A DARK THOUGHT' EP REVIEW

Liverpool based singer-songwriter Amber Jay released her debut EP ‘Never Too Far from a Dark Thought’, earlier this month. The bedroom-pop artist fuses electronica and alt-pop to create an original sound unlike anybody else.

GRACE SAVAGE DROPS NEW SINGLE

The new track, titled ‘Rag Doll’, builds and maintains her electro-pop sound and features an infectious chorus and pop infused rhythm and catchy lyrics.

THE CHASE HAVE RELEASED THEIR EXCITING NEW SINGLE

Indie-Britpop quartet, The Chase, have today dropped their new single, ‘I Just Can’t Believe That We Share The Same Name’ . We take a look.

TIM'S LISTENING PARTY - A SPECIAL FEATURE ARTICLE AS THE LISTENING PARTY CELEBRATES ITS FIRST YEAR

Paul Laird writes poignantly about the Twitter listening party that us curated by The Charlatans' Tim Burgess. An amazing read.

James Allan: “I used to think playing guitar was the most boring thing in the world”

Read our in-depth interview with the GLASVEGAS front man ahead of the release of the bands new album, 'Godspeed' on 2nd April.

ALBUM REVIEW: LOSSLINE - 'FADING AFFECT BIAS'

Robin Mumford reviews the debut album from the Mancunian duo.

SLEEPER: THE MODERN AGE

PAUL LAIRD CELEBRATES THE ALBUMS SECOND BIRTHDAY WITH HIS REVIEW OF THE 2019 ALBUM FROM ONE OF BRITPOPS MOST IMPORTANT BANDS

TEST CARD GIRL RELEASES HER BOUNCY NEW SINGLE 'DON'T GO' THIS FRIDAY

WE FIND OUR MORE ABOUT CATHERINE BURGIS AND HER NEW SINGLE

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 3

JOIN US FOR AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH PEARCE MACCA FROM THE CLAUSE, WE PLAY AN EXCLUSIVE IN SESSION TRACK FROM OUR ARTIST OF THE WEEK PHILIP KANE, REVEAL OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK AND OSM EDITOR KEVIN MALTON JOINS THE SHOW TO REVEAL DETAILS ON THE INDIE ALL DAYER

SINGLE REVIEWS 20/03/21

MORE IN LUV RUNAWAY WITH OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK AS WE COVER SIXTEEN OTHER SINGLES FROM GLASVEGAS, THE CLOCKWORKS, SAM LAMBETH, BUEL, THE DEAD FREIGHTS, LAURYN MACFARLANE, BETWEEN/ROADS, LOVEBREAKERS, FLO GALLOP, PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION, AUDIOKICKS, THRILLHOUSE, SINKA, JUNKHEART AND HARLEE ROSANNA. A GREAT READ ~!

20 QUESTIONS WITH: BAXTR "We write about our experiences and we’re not being afraid to share that”

WOLF ALICE 'THE LAST MAN ON EARTH'

ALYCE RUBY REVIEWS THE NEW SINGLE BY THE SENSATIONAL WOLF ALICE

REGRESSIVE LEFT DROP NEW SINGLE 'TAKE THE HIT'

Adam Jackson-Wright takes an in-depth look at the Stevenage based trio and their new single.

NOISY MANCHESTER DUO SIGN WITH DISOBEDIENT RECORDS

SLAP RASH have signed with a label and are ready to unleash their brand of punk rock as seen on latest single 'Cimmerian'. We have all the deets.

BRIGHTON DUO THRILLHOUSE READY TO RELEASE 'WHERE THE ROADS DON'T GO'

Their cinematic new single is out this Friday - we preview the release here.

ALBUM REVIEW: DEATH THREAT CASSETTE - USE YOUR DELUSION

Welcome to Hermit Rock.

FLO GALLOP RELEASES VIBRANT NEW SINGLE 'CAN'T BE FRIENDS'

We find out more about the twenty-one year old pop princess and her new release.

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 2

This week we have an early play of the upcoming new single from GLASVEGAS, go through the week's new releases, exclusively reveal another performer at our Indie All Dayer and play both our Single Of The Week and Hottest Track Of The Week.

DIVISIONS - DIVISIONS

London based quintet, Divisions, have been on their way to discovering their sound for a few years and might just have done in with only their second album. READ THE OUR SOUND MUSIC REVIEW

SINGLE REVIEWS 12/03/21

THOSE FINE GENTELEMEN SHADER EARN OR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WITH 'RUNAWAY'. WE ALSO DIG INTO THIS WEEK'S OTHER NEW RELEASES FROM KING NO-ONE. HEADSHRINKERS, CORAL PALMS, NEEVE, THE HACIENDAS, SKI LIFT, THE LOTTS, IN EARNEST, PAUL NIXON, JACKO HOOPER, FUTURE RADIO AND LIAM HILLYER.

INTRODUCING: THE SUGAR PETALS

The band have told Our Sound Music of their plans to burst out of lockdown with some brand new material following their splendid debut EP release 'Better'.

20 QUESTIONS WITH: SPRINTS - “I don't want to be like a superstar!”

In the latest of our 20 Questions series, Tom Farmer grills Karla Chubb from SPRINTS

THE OSM PODCAST EPISODE 1

STREAM OR DOWLOAD OR NEW INDIE PODCAST HOSTED BY ADAM JACKSON-WRIGHT. IN THIS DEBUT EPISODE WE PLAY OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK PLUS A FINE SELECTION OF THE NEWEST AND HOTTEST INDIE TUNES.

DIVISIONS ARE SET TO RELEASE THEIR AMAZING SECOND LP THIS FRIDAY

We find out more about the band and the upcoming album release here.

ALBUM REVIEW: CARPOOL TUNNEL - BLOOM

It is a release that sets in stone our desires for a long summer of freedom, following the torrid times that has bereft us of positivity. Sun, sea, and beer gardens are on the horizon, let ‘Bloom’ take you on a journey to the near future - READ OUR REVIEW HERE

THE YEAR IN PICTURES UNVEIL THEIR DEBUT EP

We take a closer look at the Norwich trio and their debut EP release, 'Alternative Endings'

COLCHESTER BASED ROCK BAND, PILOT CAN, HAVE RELEASED THEIR DEBUT EP

Deputy Editor Adam Jackson-Wright dives headfirst into 'Faces Are Hard To Find'.

JACKO HOOPER TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE AND BRILLIANTLY DARK MUSIC VIDEO THIS FRIDAY

We find out more about Brighton based performer Jacko Hooper.

SINGLE REVIEWS 05/03/21

THE A.V CLUB TAKE OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WITH ' MEMORIES'. OTHER NEW RELEASES THIS WEEK COME FROM: NO ROME/THE1975.CHARLIE XCX, MICHAEL GALLAGHER, GRAYWAVE, LA CLUB ROYALE, TERRIFIED DAISY, ,MEGA HAPPY, SEROTONES, THE PERPS, GRACIESOUZ, THE CROOKS, BIG DAISY, REGION, PHILIP KANE, THE PALE WHITE AND STAARKS. YEAH, WE'VE GOT THIS HANDLED.

THE TWENTY BEST OASIS SONGS

Feature writer Paul Laird digs deep into the Oasis catalogue and comes back with twenty of the best Oasis songs.

20 QUESTIONS WITH: BILK

IN OUR FIRST EVER '20 QUESTIONS', TOM FARMER SITS DOWN WITH ESSEX LADS BILK

Cardiff based indie rock band, Sienna, are set to release their first track of 2021

ALBUM REVIEW: PALE WAVES - WHO AM I?

Three years after the release of their debut album ‘My Mind Makes Noises’, Pale Waves are back with the highly anticipated ‘Who Am I?’ - READ OUR REVIEW NOW.

HYDE AWAY have added to the two singles they dropped in 2020 with brand new track, ‘HURT’ - we go deeper on this amazing new release.

LAURA ELIZABETH HUGHES RELEASES HERE NEW EP 'WE, MYSELF, I' THIS FRIDAY - WE DISCOVER MORE ABOUT THE DUBLIN SONGWRITER AND GO THROUGH THE THREE TRACKS.

SINGLE REVIEWS 28/02/21

GAZ PRICE TAKES OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WHILE WE OFFER OPINIONS ON FURTHER RELEASES FROM THE OFFSPRING, JAY TENNANT, FLECHETTES, THE SHED PROJECT, DEATH THREAT CASSETTE, THE ANDERSON TAPES, INDOOR FOXES, HAWKE, BANDIT, YOUNG DECADES, THE CHASE, NOYOU AND WES KING.

COME HOME: A Poignant, Biographical Trip Through Adolescence, Sound Tracked by JAMES.

An incredibly personal and moving read from Paul Laird.

VIDEO PREMIERE: WATCH THE EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE OF THE MUSIC VIDEO FOR 'HONEY PIE' THE NEW SINGLE FROM MEGA HAPPY RIGHT HERE ON FRI 26/02 AT 6PM.

YOUNG DECADES RELEASE THEIR FIRST SINGLE OF THE YEAR - 'LET YOU DOWN' IS A GUITAR ANTHEM.

WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE BAND AND THE SONG HERE.

INDIE-BRITPOP BAND THE CHASE HAVE DROPPED THEIR SECOND SINGLE OF THE YEAR. WE LOOK AT 'BLACK CLOUD' AND UNVEIL THE MUSIC VIDEO

INDIE ROCKERS NOYOU TO RELEASE THEIR TREMENDOUS NEW SINGLE 'UNDERNEATH THE PAIN' THIS FRIDAY

WE PREVIEW THE SOARING RELEASE HERE

'NOXVILLE' THE GREAT NEW SINGLE FROM THE TALENTED JAY TENNANT DROPS THIS FRIDAY

WE PREVIEW THE RELEASE HERE

WES KING TO RELEASE HIS DEBUT SOLO SINGLE THIS FRIDAY

'LIVING STRANGE' IS A TENDER AND POIGNANT RELEASE. READ OUR PREVIEW.

THE REYTONS: THE MOST EXCITING BAND IN BRITAIN

BELIEVE THE HYPE.

TALENTED SINGER/SONGWRITER, FLEURR, HAS ADDED TO HER DISCOGRAPHY WITH BRAND NEW SINGLE 'ANGELS'

WE TAKE A LOOK HERE. MUSIC VIDEO INCLUDED.

INDIE ROCKERS FORGETTING THE FUTURE ARE SET TO BUILD ON THEIR RECENT SUCCESSES WITH BRAND NEW TRACK 'LATCH'. WE PREVIEW THE RELEASE HERE.

SINGLE REVIEWS 20/02/20

LYON TIDE ARE OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WITH 'BLIND', A PERFECT ELECTRO POP ANTHEM WHILE OTHER NEW RELEASES THIS TIME AROUND COME FROM RICHARD ASHCROFT, AMY SHARK, ELECTRASY, CHAY SNOWDON, MARTIN LEARY, MIKE CLARK, VICTORIA SPONGE, GARDEN PARTY, NOVACAIN, ARTESAN, PANIC STATE AND TONS MORE

CHAY SNOWDON RELEASE PARTY ANTHEM 'LOUD SHIRTS'

WE HAVE THE SCOOP ON THIS GREAT GLAM ROCK INSPIRED TRACK FROM THE BANDS UPCOMING DEBUT EP

JAMES - 'SEVEN'.

PAUL LAIRD WRITES A MOVING BIOGRAPHICAL TAKE ON THIS LANDMARK ALBUM. IT IS 1992 IN PAISLEY, SCOTLAND. AN INCREDIBLE READ.

JAMIE HOLMES TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'FROM THE BOOTS' THIS MARCH

HIS NEW SINGLE IS M USIC WITH A MESSAGE. READ OUR STORY ON HOLMES HERE.

HAVE YOU MET LYON TIDE? THE ALTERNATIVE SYNTH POP TRIO RELEASE 'BLIND' THIS FRIDAY

WE FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE BAND AND THEIR CAPTIVATING NEW SINGLE

MARTIN LEARY TO RELEASE HIS NEW SINGLE 'WATCH THE SUN BURN YOUR EYES THIS FRIDAY'

WE DISCOVER MORE ABOUT THE GLASGOW BASED ROCK N ROLL SINGER SONGWRITER AND HIS NEW RELEASE.

INDIGOS - ALWAYS.WHENEVER

Overall, the album does a god job of showing off Indigo’s sound and shows them to be a well practiced and confident band - READ OUR REVIEW

DISTANCE FROM ZERO - PILOT ERROR

Distance From Zero are back with their fourth album; it’s melodic and soothing on the ears, simple and effective. READ OUR REVIEW

HOLLIE SHEARER HAS RELEASED HER NEW SINGLE 'UNLUCKY IN LOVE'

WE FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE TALENTED SONGWRITER AND HER NEW RELEASE

BRADFORD 'SHOUTING QUIETLY' - A PERSONAL REFLECTON

READ PAUL LAIRD'S BIOGRAPHICAL PIECE ON BRADFORD'S CLASSIC ALBUM 'SHOUTING QUIETLY'.

INDIGOS: DISTORTED AND DRIVEN INDIE ROCK

WE LOOK AT INDIGOS AHEAD OF OUR REVIEW OF THEIR NEW ALUM 'ALWAYS.WHENEVER'

SINGLE REVIEWS 12/02/21

YNES TAKES OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK WITH 'BETTER JOB' WHILE THE OTHER NEW RELEASES THIS WEEK COME FROM ARCHITECTS, HOLLIE SHEARER, KOMBAT, DICTATOR, NARCISSUS, WEEKEND DEBT, TAXI WITH STRANGERS, EIGHTY NINETY, MIDNIGHT ALLEYS, TROPICAL BOYFRIEND CATALOGUE, DROOL, WATERMARK, BAXTR, THE THIEVES, SAGES OF THE SUBWAY AND MORE. AN ESSENTIAL READ.

THE ED COSENS INTERVIEW

Tom Farmer interviewed The Reverend And The Makers bassist and co-songwriter ahead of the release of his debut solo album. The Beatles. Alex Turner. Oasis. Ed Cosens.

SAGES OF THE SUBWAY HAVE RELEASED LIVE FAVOURITE 'LIGHTS GO DOWN'

This The Killers-esque anthem is a hit live and we can hear why. We talk to the band and discover more about the song and what the future holds for them.

SCOTTISH GROUP VICTORIA SPONGE TO RELEASE THEIR FIRST SINGLE OF 2021

Following on the heels of their triumphant 'FILTHY PURE' EP, the band are releasing their new single 'Talk About Tonight (Radio Edit)'. We have videos, pre-save links and the scoop on the new release.

NARCISSUS FEAT. BECKI FISHWICK - 'CUTTIN' THRU RED TAPE'

WE REVIEW THE NEW SINGLE FROM THE 42S RECORDS SIGNED BAND

FRIENDS OF THE LATE VIOLA BEACH ARE RELEASING A COVER OF 'SWINGS & WATERSLIDES' TO COMMEMORATE THE FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PASSING OF THE BAND AND THEIR MANAGER

WEEKEND DEBT PAY OFF WITH UPCOMING SINGLE 'WHY DON'T YOU REALISE?'

READ ABOUT THE GLASWEGIAN BANDS UPCOMING INDIE POP RELEASE

SINGLE REVIEWS 06/02/21

IN A WEEK THAT HAS SOME INCREDIBLE RELEASES WE CAST OUR EYE OVER NEW MUSIC FROM THE UNDERCLASS, THE VOYD, REGENT, THE JUICE, VIOLET, JONNY ASH BAND, CHRIS PIDSLEY, GRACIE SOUZ, CHARLE CLARK, THE DIVISIONS, NO VACANCY, VICE KILLER AND TONS MORE

BIRRELL OR BISCUIT IS 'TOP OF THE POPS' WITH HIS LATEST RELEASE

IMPRESSIVE THREE PIECE LYENA HAVE RELEASED THEIR COMPELLING NEW SINGLE 'KEEP SWIMMING'

PLUS WATCH THEIR LIVE SET FOR HOT BOX AS PART OF INDEPENDENT VENUE WEEK

SCALLY ROCKERS THE JUICE IMPRESS WITH LATEST SINGLE 'TELL ME TINA'

THE MANCHESTER LADS ARE IN FOR AN INCREDIBLE 2021

VICE KILLER AMAZE ON DEBUT RELEASE 'COMMONPLACE'

THE NO NONSENSE NORTH EAST BAND IMPRESS - WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE QUARTET HERE

'WITHOUT YOU' IS THE SUBLIME NEW SINGLE FROM MANCHESTER BAND NO VANCANCIES.

THIS ONE ROCKS. REALLY ROCKS. THEN ROCKS SOME MORE. READ OUR STORY.

THE DIVISIONS - TOO GOOD TOO SOON

WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE DIVISIONS - A BAND ON THE RISE WHOSE LATEST RELEASE 'TOO GOOD TOO SOON' IS AN IMPRESSIVE ROCK N ROLL TUNE WITH VARIED INFLUENCES.

ALBUM REVIEW: SHAME - DRUNK TANK PINK

Musically, the album is a rollercoaster of sound and styles.

READ OUR **** REVIEW NOW

THE UNDERCLASS TO RELEASE THEIR INCREDIBLE NEW SINGLE 'THE ONE' THIS FRIDAY

WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE NEW RELEASE FROM ONE OF THE COUNTRIES MOST EXCITING INDIE ROCK BANDS.

TIED TO THE 90'S PART FIVE: 1994

PAUL LAIRD CONTINUES HIS AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL JOURNEY THROUGH THE 90'S. THE STONE ROSES. PULP. TLC. SUEDE. PORTISHEAD. ESSENTIAL READING.

SINGLE REVIEWS 29/01/21

JOIN US AS WE GO THROUGH THE WEEK'S NEW SINGLE RELEASES INCLUDING AND NOT LIMITED TO: PALE WAVES, HONEY MOTEL, LUMER, THE SHOP WINDOW, THE MONO LPS, TIM WELSH, AUDIOTOWN, DEATH THREAT CASSETTE, SLONK, NO DEAL DISCO, PARIS YOUTH FOUNDATION, ONLY SUN, LAYAWAY AND JAKE WHISKIN. A MOUNTAIN FOR SURE.

ALBUM REVIEW - THE STAYAWAKES - 'POP DREAMZ'

With a helping hand from Jimmy Cooper, The Stayawakes have released a punk-pop album that promises to keep you up at night, while maintaining a certain level of euphony, as well as immersing you back to the punk-era. - Read the review.

GEORGIE SHARES THE MOVING VIDEO TO 'SIMPLE THINGS'

THE FAN SUBMITTED CLIP VIDEO ALSO FEATURES ACTRESS BELLA RAMSEY

SLOWRIDE HAVE RELEASED THEIR DEBUT SINGLE 'I FEEL LIKE YOU'

WE TAKE A LOOK AT SYNTH INDIE POP ANTHEM HERE

HAWKE THE BAND RELEASE THEIR NEW SINGLE 'GONNA BE ALRIGHT' THIS FRIDAY

THE PROFILIC IRISH BAND ARE SET TO TAKE 2021 BY STORM.

TOM WELSH TO RELEASE POIGNANT NEW SINGLE 'YOU CAME TO TALK'

THE NORTH WEST SINGER SONGWRITER IS DRAWING PLAUDITS WITH HIS TALENTED SONGWRITING.

TIED TO THE 90'S PART FOUR: 1993

JOIN OUR SOUND WRITER (AND SOON TO BE PUBLISJED AUTHOR) PAUL LAIRD ON HIS RETROSPECTIVE JOURNEY FROM ADOLESCENCE INTO ADULTHOOD VIA SOME OF THE MOST IMPORTANT MUSIC OF THE 1990'S.

SINGLE REVIEWS 23/01/21

OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK IS REVEALED AS WE GO THROUGH THE WEEKS NEW RELEASES FEATURING THE REYTONS, BE GOOD, ROSELLAS, FIVE O FIVES, THE STRIFES, THE FULLERS, APOLLO JUNCTION, LYERR, THE ROTANAS HELLO COSMOS AND MORE.

REALMA TO RELEASE CINEMATIC DEBUT SINGLE 'A HINT OF PINK' THIS FRIDAY

WE ARE NOW PARTNERS WITH MUSOSOUP -LET WEBSITES, BLOGGERS, PLAYLSTERS AND OTHER CREATIVES DISCOVER YOUR MUSIC - CLICK FOR MORE INFORMATION

ALBUM REVIEW: MIA STEGNER - SCRIBBLED PLEAS ON YELLOWED KEYS

"This is a brilliant album that warmed our ears up, and it is perfect for any music listener." Read our review here.

Words by Robin Mumford Of The Indie Plug.

'THE CRYSTAL PALACE' IS THE NEW SINGLE FROM SOUTH LONDON'S THE FULLERS

WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE NEW FOLK INSPIRED SINGLE HERE

'DAMAGED' THE NEW SINGLE FROM INDIE ROCK BAND ROSELLAS IS OUT THIS FRIDAY. WE CAUGHT UP WITH DREW SELBY OF THE BAND TO HEAR ABOUT THE TRACK AND THE IMPORTANCE OF B-SIDES. PLUS WE GIVE OUR VERDICT. WORDS BY ALYCE RUBY.

SINGLE REVIEWS 15/01/21

BLAB ARE OUR SINGLE OF THE WEEK IN A WEEK OF STRONG RELEASES INCLUDING NEW TUNES FROM PALE WAVES, FOO FIGHTERS, MOGWAI, THE NOTION, MIA STEGNER, THE STATION, SAM LAMBETH, MATT MCMANAMON, FUTURE RADIO, GOOD DELUSIONS AND MORE. A TERRIFIC READ.

FORMER DEAD 60s SRONTMAN MATT MCMANAMON TO RELEASE DEBUT SINGLE 'JUMPIN' THE GUN' - WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE STUNNING POWER POP NEW RELEASE.

ALBUM REVIEW: TJ ROBERTS - LOVE, LOSS & OTHER THINGS

Transatlantic indie-folk rock has arrived on the shores of South Wales and, while there are improvements to be made, TJ Roberts has set the standard for future bands through the release of 'Love, Loss, & Other Useless Things.' - Review by Robin Mumford.

SISTER PSYCHOSIS LIVE THE DREAM ON DEBUT CREATION 23 RELEASE

A MEETING WITH NOEL GALLAGHER SPURRED THE BAND TO CHASE THEIR DREAMS - READ THE STUNNING STORY HERE

A LIFE OF MUSIC: NEW OUR SOUND WRITER ALYCE RUBY SHARES THE MUSIC THAT HAS HELPED SHAPE HER LIFE - FROM ARCTIC MONKEYS TO PULP AND ALL THAT IS INBETWEEN.

THE NOTION ARE ARE SET TO RELEASE THEIR NEW SINGLE 'CRUSADE' THIS FRIDAY

WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE MANCHESTER BAND AND THEIR UPCOMING RELEASE.

INTRODUCING: COLLAPSE THE ARCADE

WE DISCOVER THE PROMISING YORK BASED INDIE ROCK BAND AND LOOK AT THEIR STORY SO FAR.

SINGLE REVIEWS 08/01/20

Read our rundown of the weeks new releases including such icons as Kings Of Leon, Tom Grennan, Andrew Cushin, Black Honey, Shame, Broozer. Nixer. Wonk Unit, The Jobs and more. Happy New Year!

SCOTLAND'S LATEST REVELATION SHAMBOLICS CALM THE STORM WITH ICONIC LIVESTREAM

Read our review of the live show here. Words by Tom Farmer.

THE OUR SOUND 2021 HOTLIST

WE TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF THE BANDS WE ARE TIPPING TO BLOW UP IN 2021.

THE PASSING OF TIME - A LOOK AT THE 1995 MUSIC PAPERS ALBUMS OF THE YEAR

PAUL LAIRD QUESTIONS WHETHER BRITPOP REALLY WAS ALL THAT AND WHETHER THESE LISTS MISSED THE BOAT. TREMENDOUS READ AS ALWAYS.

THE OUR SOUND TOP FIFTY

WE HAVE COMPILED A LIST OF THE TOP FIFTY SINGLES OF 2020. BROWSE THE COMPLETE SELECTION, COMPLETE WITH STREAMING LINKS. WHICH TUNES MADE THE TOP FIVE? CLICK HERE.

TIED TO THE 90's PART THREE: 1992

Paul Laird's autobiographical journey through the 90's reaches 1992. The year that gave us some great music from the likes of R.E.M, Nirvana, Denim and Annie Lennox. With added Mormonism. A tremendous journey that you can join right here.

SINGLE REVIEWS 18/12/20

New Glasgow band Audio Town take our Single Of The Week meanwhile we go through the weeks other releases including Eminem, Lauran Hibberd, Marlee, The Skinner Brothers, Callow Youth, Garden Party, Velvet, Dead Freights, 20th Century Son, Panic State, SLUGS, Jonny Ash, and The Lovechilds.

MISAO McGREGOR - KID IN THE CORNER

Could this be THE under the radar album of the year? Robin Mumford of The Indie Plug dives in. Click to find out.

GEORGIE AT HOME ONLINE SHOW REVIEW

Georgie celebrates the physical release of her album At Home next month. Last Friday she played an intimate online gig showcasing her huge talent. Read our review here.

PYLON POETS 'LUCID HALLUCINATONS' EP REVIEW

The Devon alternative rockers unleash four tracks upon the ears of new Our Sound writer Alyce Ruby. Click to read.

MARLEE TO RELEASE HER TUNEFUL NEW SINGLE 'ROOM OF MINE' THIS FRIDAY

WE FIND OUT ABOUT THE ISLE OF WIGHT BASED THEATRICAL PERFORMER AND HER NEW SINGLE.

ARCTIC MONKEYS LIVE AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL

The Indie Rock legends make Our Sound writer Tom Farmer miss live music even more. Read his review.

SINGLE REVIEWS 11/12/20

Last Time Forever by The Islas is our Single Of The Week. We also run down the other new indie releases including efforts from Night Bus Revival, Vansleep, Vela Incident, Radegunds, The Capollos, One Cure For Man, Oya Paya, The Haciendas, Circumnavigate, The Dunts and New Town. Clickity click click.

RADEGUNDS RELEASE MELODIC NEW SINGLE HOW IT IS

WE GET THE BACKGROUND ON THE CAMBRIDGESHIRE BAND AND THEIR CRACKING NEW RELEASE.