For those unacquainted with Tottenham’s emerging name-on-the-street common goldfish, “Tottenham Ritzy” serves as an unmissable introduction. The reimagined nostalgia encapsulates the essence of rave and Madchester, featuring baggy basslines and trippy guitars reminiscent of John Squire. With storytelling lyrics and rave-tastic piano chords, the track seamlessly weaves a tapestry of ’90s nostalgia. “Tottenham Ritzy” signals […]
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Beneath the Surface with Ghost in the Machine
Welcome back friends! Todays Beneath the Surface segment is brought to us by the exciting experimental electro-industrial, progressive rock duo, Ghost in he Machine. Having just released their EP ‘Enemy of The State’ we get down to the details below and find out what makes this daring duo tick. So sit back, stream the EP […]
Beneath the Surface with Wild Fire
Welcome back one and all, to another excited episode of Beneath the Surface. For todays instalment, we are joined by the incredibly talented electro-pop sister duo Wild Fire, at the the helm of their recent single ‘Bubble’. Dive in to what we chatted about below and be sure to check out ‘Bubble’ whilst you’re reading! […]
Roger Waters: The Dark Side Of The Moon Redux
Time for another guest contribution: Adamo Prina, who has made a couple of contributions to the site in the past, has been considering the new Redux version of The Dark Side Of The Moon, by Roger Waters (https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/roger-waters-the-dark-side-of-the-moon-redux-album-annou.html). As you will know by now, it’s a new take on the classic, not a cover, or a re-recording, but Waters as a 79-year-old mulling over the themes and ideas within the 1973 classic, and realising that much of it holds true today, some 50 years later. Adamo has done his own mulling over of the album, and shares his thoughts below. Our thanks to him, and of course we always welcome contributions from any of you who wish to add their views or analysis of things – if you want to do so, please contact us through the normal address (matt@brain-damage.co.uk). The Prism Glass of an Aged Man’s Memories During the recording of The Dark Side of The Moon in 1972/73, Roger Waters came up with the idea of interviewing the studio staff using flash cards. Some were trivial questions, like “What’s your favourite colour?”, while others probed deeper into the album’s themes, such as “Are you afraid of death?” or “When was the last time you were violent?”. Waters aimed to elicit spontaneous and non-preconceived responses, and integrate them as sound elements in the recording, alongside heartbeats, ticking clocks, and jingling coins. In certain tracks, the voice is clearly audible, such as the words that mark the opening of The Great Gig in the Sky: “I am not frightened of dying, any time will do, I don’t mind. Why should I be frightened of dying? There’s no reason for it, you’ve got to go sometime”. In others, the voices overlap chaotically, as happens at the end of Money, where all answers to the question “were you right the last time you were violent?” blend into an indistinct chatter of mingled voices. Often, these voices are crucial to the musical dynamics, like the words “I’ve been mad for fucking years – absolutely years” that open the album, or the laughter interspersed in the song Eclipse. Though this method might seem marginal, it is indicative of how Waters approached a music album: not just a collection of songs but a cohesive piece, both thematically and musically. With his interviews, Waters wasn’t merely seeking answers but also unifying elements and textures, sounds, and voices to bridge the gaps between songs or to inject unforeseen pathos or evocative content. Consider the words whispered at the album’s end by Gerry O’Driscoll, the doorman at Abbey Road Studios in 1973: “there is no dark side in the moon, really. As a matter of fact, it’s all dark. The only thing that makes it look light is the sun.” When I played the new “REDUX” version, my curiosity led me to immediately drop the needle on the record’s end to see how that iconic voice was replicated. To my surprise, the voice was missing. In his place was Roger Waters responding directly: “I’ll tell you one thing, Jerry, me old mucker. It’s not all dark, is it?”.
Beneath the Surface: Apache Rose
Welcome friends to another delectable dive into the musosphere. This time we are joined with Apache Rose who dig deep into their artistic journey and musical influences. So get comfy and lets get to it 🙂 What would you say first sparked your interest in music/who inspired you to make music? Early on it was …
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The Horn’s “People Like Us”, an anthem of acceptance and unity
From the heart of the UK, indie band The Horn brings us the refreshing and relatable sonic story of “People Like Us.”
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Profound & playful: it’s Litvar’s second album, Eloquently Aimless
Litvar’s Eloquently Aimless is a remarkable effort through the heartland of indie rock, emanating an authentic and relatable essence.
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Nicki Wells’ Ellipsis LP is a mesmerizing odyssey of diversity and wonder
Nicki Wells illuminates the music scene with her latest album Ellipsis, a captivating opus that encapsulates a tapestry of emotions and influences. From its inception, marked by a trio of enthralling singles earlier in the year, the album unfolds as a multidimensional journey into Wells’ refined artistic realm. Ellipsis is a testament to complexity and …
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Seattle’s sonic resilience shines in Timothy Robert Graham’s Could Be Worse EP
Timothy Robert Graham’s ‘Could Be Worse’ EP emerges as a vibrant testament to the resiliency and creativity thriving within Seattle’s indie music scene. A follow-up to his introspective ‘Could Be Better’ EP, this latest offering celebrates the power of music to transcend challenges. In ‘Get Me Out Of Here,’ Graham’s cathartic journey during the pandemic …
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Pretty Terry Deliver Emotive Songwriting And Funk Tinted Soundscapes On New EP ‘The Golden Age of TV’
A surge of effervescent energy arrives with Norwich’s based Pretty Terry’s new EP ‘The Golden Age of TV’. Having etched their presence on their local scene with spellbinding, funk driven, danceable live shows, including sold-out performances, the dynamic six-piece sensation has already earned the nod of recognition from BBC Introducing and built a feverish fanbase. …
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