Fleetwood Kelly – ‘like you’ After releasing his hotly-tipped debut album ‘just happy to be here’ recently, fast-rising artist Fleetwood Kelly showcases his latest collection with the riveting new single ‘like you’. Honing another heady dose of euphoric indie-pop aesthetics once again, he continues to cement his place as one of the more exciting names […]
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Five For Friday – 3rd May 2024
Falky – ‘You Time’ Having already made a solid mark on the new music scene these last few years, fast-rising duo Falky continue their dynamic ascent with their vibrant new bop ‘You Time’. Capturing more of that fresh and uplifting pop-rock sound they are known for, they return to the fold with one of their […]
Five For Friday – 26th April 2024
Colm Warren – ‘Dead Days’ Having already made a serious impression on the scene in recent months, Northern Irish artist Colm Warren continues that invigorating ascent on the soaring new single ‘Dead Days’. Brimming with more of that pulsing indie-rock aesthetic he is known for, he returns with one of his most anthemic efforts to […]
David Gilmour: Luck and Strange – new album announced!
This afternoon, the months of speculation and rumour come to a close, with the announcement of David Gilmour’s new album, Luck and Strange. It is his first new album in nine years, and those who have been on social media over the last couple of days will have seen movement on his official channels, changing the profile pictures and headers to subtle, rather mysterious images of a figure with their arms out, and rushing water. His official website, too, had undergone a similar change with the same imagery and a sign-up button. The album will be released on September 6th, on Sony Music, on LP, CD, Blu-ray and digital. Deluxe LP and CD boxsets will be announced in the coming weeks. The first track from the album – The Piper’s Call – will be released tomorrow (Thursday, April 25th), following a world exclusive first play on the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show. A video for the song will be available to watch from Friday. Full track listings are shown below. Luck and Strange was recorded over five months in Brighton and London and is Gilmour’s first album of new material in nine years. The record was produced by David and Charlie Andrew, best known for his work with ALT-J and Marika Hackman. Of this new working relationship, David says, “We invited Charlie to the house, so he came and listened to some demos, and said things like, “Well, why does there have to be a guitar solo there?” and “Do they all fade out? Can’t some of them just end?”. He has a wonderful lack of knowledge or respect for this past of mine. He’s very direct and not in any way overawed, and I love that. That is just so good for me because the last thing you want is people just deferring to you.” The majority of the album’s lyrics have been composed by Polly Samson, Gilmour’s co-writer and collaborator for the past thirty years. Samson says of the lyrical themes covered on Luck and Strange, “It’s written from the point of view of being older; mortality is the constant.” Gilmour elaborates, “We spent a load of time during and after lockdown talking about and thinking about those kind of things.” Polly has also found the experience of working with Charlie Andrew liberating. “He wants to know what the songs are about, he wants everyone who’s playing on them to have the ideas that are in the lyric informing their playing. I have particularly loved it for that reason.” The album features eight new tracks along with a reworking of The Montgolfier Brothers’ Between Two Points and has artwork and photography by the renowned artist Anton Corbijn. Musicians contributing to the record include Guy Pratt and Tom Herbert on bass, Adam Betts, Steve Gadd and Steve DiStanislao on drums, Rob Gentry and Roger Eno on keyboards with string and choral arrangements by Will Gardner. The title track also features the late Pink Floyd keyboard player Richard Wright, recorded in 2007 at a jam in a barn at David’s house.
Five For Friday – 19th April 2024
Drew A. Will – ‘Rainbows Coalesce’ After delivering his much-loved EP ‘12/12’ earlier this year, US singer-songwriter Drew A. Will continues the support for his latest collection with the emotive new single ‘Rainbows Coalesce’. Brimming with more of that warm and enticing folk-inspired energy he is known for, this new one will wrap you up […]
Five For Friday – 12th April 2024
Kenton Mackay ******* – ‘My Brain Is Fucked’ After recently released his hotly-tipped new EP ‘In Good Taste’, Texas-based artist Kenton Mackay ****** continues the support for his new collection on the groove-filled anthem ‘My Brain Is Fucked’. Bringing back more of that fun and lively indie-rock appeal he is known for, he is certainly […]
Five For Friday – 5th April 2024
Kit Major – ‘Let Me In Your Band’ Having already made her mark as one of the more exciting names doing the rounds right now, California-based artist Kit Major is back to her best once again on the energetic new single ‘Let Me In Your Band’. Bringing back more of those grizzled guitar hooks she […]
Abby Nissenbaum Shines On Delicate New Single ‘Real Friends’
Nashville-based LGBTQ+ Indie-Pop artist Abby Nissenbaum returns with ‘Real Friends’, a melancholic indie-pop track that showcases her honest, emotion-driven songwriting. Following a series of successful singles in 2023, which earned her recognition far and wide, Abby continues to captivate listeners with her ability to craft infectiously catchy tunes infused with raw emotion. ‘Real Friends’ is […]
Five For Friday – 29th March 2024
noah elliot – ‘(Waiting) For Something’ Having recently released their eagerly-awaited new EP ‘Even Still’ in recent weeks, Dutch singer-songwriter noah elliott continues the support for their new collection with ‘(Waiting) For Something’. Honing a beautifully warm and effervescent acoustic-led aesthetic for this new outing, they shine across this tender new delight. Lisa Ramey – […]
Five For Friday – 22nd March 2024
Noah Solt – ‘Dawn’ With an already impressive run of releases arriving in just the last few months, emerging singer-songwriter Noah Solt isn’t slowing down yet as he drops the tender new single ‘Dawn’. Lifted from his eagerly-awaited debut album ‘Big Water’, this new effort highlights some of his most passionate songwriting to date. Lilo […]