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  1. BAMBEES Strike Gold With Machismo

    Introduction

    BAMBEES have never been afraid to wear their influences on their sleeve. But with latest single Machismo I feel like they are really starting to push their sound further than ever before. Leaning heavily into the punk side of their makeup they deliver a message that feels both relevant and unapologetic. This song doesn’t just make an impression, it leaves one.

    Review

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3415BCzgKWZkBRByE5Ha87?si=514cf9c704ae426e

    Machismo immediately grabs the listeners attention with a deep, brooding bassline and drums that thump the song into life. While also establishing the tracks slow burning intensity. It’s clear from the outset that BAMBEES have really dialled up the punk side of things. Not just instrumentally but lyrically too. Despite the slower pace every line carries real weight. Think purposely rather than rushed.

    Sitting confidently in the middle of the mix is the guitar, driving home a playful riff that probably shouldn’t work but does! It’s one of the songs defining features and gives real personality.

    Rather than blowing their cover, the band cleverly allow the instrumental to build towards the chorus. Intensity creeping up on you like that creepy dude at school. The backing vocals help with this enormously and have a really great harmonization. It’s subtle in places but it does add another important layer.

    When the chorus finally hits, it is like a slap in the face to all things toxic masculinity. It’s catchy, and the backing vocals again on machismo really add weight. Try and listen to this multiple times without nodding away and singing, I dare you.

    Post chorus is a brief burst out of the covers from the guitar with a little flair. It left me wanting even more of it, perhaps this is a point where the band could have been a little braver?

    I really think that this song is infectious, the sort of song that lingers in your head rent free. With all the ingredients to become a real breakthrough moment for the band. Even the extended tail which I am not normally a fan of hits here.

    I’m calling it now, Machismo is BAMBEES best song to date. Showcasing a band that is really growing in confidence and refining their identity. Combining memorable hooks with meaningful song messages. If this is the direction they’re heading in then the future is looking incredibly bright in Wales!

    91/100

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5-1Mu8694Y

    All rights to the song in this review are retained by the recording artist. This site claims no rights over it. All images provided by the band.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Photography #Review #rock #Writing
  2. BAMBEES Strike Gold With Machismo

    Introduction

    BAMBEES have never been afraid to wear their influences on their sleeve. But with latest single Machismo I feel like they are really starting to push their sound further than ever before. Leaning heavily into the punk side of their makeup they deliver a message that feels both relevant and unapologetic. This song doesn’t just make an impression, it leaves one.

    Review

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3415BCzgKWZkBRByE5Ha87?si=514cf9c704ae426e

    Machismo immediately grabs the listeners attention with a deep, brooding bassline and drums that thump the song into life. While also establishing the tracks slow burning intensity. It’s clear from the outset that BAMBEES have really dialled up the punk side of things. Not just instrumentally but lyrically too. Despite the slower pace every line carries real weight. Think purposely rather than rushed.

    Sitting confidently in the middle of the mix is the guitar, driving home a playful riff that probably shouldn’t work but does! It’s one of the songs defining features and gives real personality.

    Rather than blowing their cover, the band cleverly allow the instrumental to build towards the chorus. Intensity creeping up on you like that creepy dude at school. The backing vocals help with this enormously and have a really great harmonization. It’s subtle in places but it does add another important layer.

    When the chorus finally hits, it is like a slap in the face to all things toxic masculinity. It’s catchy, and the backing vocals again on machismo really add weight. Try and listen to this multiple times without nodding away and singing, I dare you.

    Post chorus is a brief burst out of the covers from the guitar with a little flair. It left me wanting even more of it, perhaps this is a point where the band could have been a little braver?

    I really think that this song is infectious, the sort of song that lingers in your head rent free. With all the ingredients to become a real breakthrough moment for the band. Even the extended tail which I am not normally a fan of hits here.

    I’m calling it now, Machismo is BAMBEES best song to date. Showcasing a band that is really growing in confidence and refining their identity. Combining memorable hooks with meaningful song messages. If this is the direction they’re heading in then the future is looking incredibly bright in Wales!

    91/100

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5-1Mu8694Y

    All rights to the song in this review are retained by the recording artist. This site claims no rights over it. All images provided by the band.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Photography #Review #rock #Writing
  3. BAMBEES Strike Gold With Machismo

    Introduction

    BAMBEES have never been afraid to wear their influences on their sleeve. But with latest single Machismo I feel like they are really starting to push their sound further than ever before. Leaning heavily into the punk side of their makeup they deliver a message that feels both relevant and unapologetic. This song doesn’t just make an impression, it leaves one.

    Review

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3415BCzgKWZkBRByE5Ha87?si=514cf9c704ae426e

    Machismo immediately grabs the listeners attention with a deep, brooding bassline and drums that thump the song into life. While also establishing the tracks slow burning intensity. It’s clear from the outset that BAMBEES have really dialled up the punk side of things. Not just instrumentally but lyrically too. Despite the slower pace every line carries real weight. Think purposely rather than rushed.

    Sitting confidently in the middle of the mix is the guitar, driving home a playful riff that probably shouldn’t work but does! It’s one of the songs defining features and gives real personality.

    Rather than blowing their cover, the band cleverly allow the instrumental to build towards the chorus. Intensity creeping up on you like that creepy dude at school. The backing vocals help with this enormously and have a really great harmonization. It’s subtle in places but it does add another important layer.

    When the chorus finally hits, it is like a slap in the face to all things toxic masculinity. It’s catchy, and the backing vocals again on machismo really add weight. Try and listen to this multiple times without nodding away and singing, I dare you.

    Post chorus is a brief burst out of the covers from the guitar with a little flair. It left me wanting even more of it, perhaps this is a point where the band could have been a little braver?

    I really think that this song is infectious, the sort of song that lingers in your head rent free. With all the ingredients to become a real breakthrough moment for the band. Even the extended tail which I am not normally a fan of hits here.

    I’m calling it now, Machismo is BAMBEES best song to date. Showcasing a band that is really growing in confidence and refining their identity. Combining memorable hooks with meaningful song messages. If this is the direction they’re heading in then the future is looking incredibly bright in Wales!

    91/100

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5-1Mu8694Y

    All rights to the song in this review are retained by the recording artist. This site claims no rights over it. All images provided by the band.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Photography #Review #rock #Writing
  4. BAMBEES Strike Gold With Machismo

    Introduction

    BAMBEES have never been afraid to wear their influences on their sleeve. But with latest single Machismo I feel like they are really starting to push their sound further than ever before. Leaning heavily into the punk side of their makeup they deliver a message that feels both relevant and unapologetic. This song doesn’t just make an impression, it leaves one.

    Review

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3415BCzgKWZkBRByE5Ha87?si=514cf9c704ae426e

    Machismo immediately grabs the listeners attention with a deep, brooding bassline and drums that thump the song into life. While also establishing the tracks slow burning intensity. It’s clear from the outset that BAMBEES have really dialled up the punk side of things. Not just instrumentally but lyrically too. Despite the slower pace every line carries real weight. Think purposely rather than rushed.

    Sitting confidently in the middle of the mix is the guitar, driving home a playful riff that probably shouldn’t work but does! It’s one of the songs defining features and gives real personality.

    Rather than blowing their cover, the band cleverly allow the instrumental to build towards the chorus. Intensity creeping up on you like that creepy dude at school. The backing vocals help with this enormously and have a really great harmonization. It’s subtle in places but it does add another important layer.

    When the chorus finally hits, it is like a slap in the face to all things toxic masculinity. It’s catchy, and the backing vocals again on machismo really add weight. Try and listen to this multiple times without nodding away and singing, I dare you.

    Post chorus is a brief burst out of the covers from the guitar with a little flair. It left me wanting even more of it, perhaps this is a point where the band could have been a little braver?

    I really think that this song is infectious, the sort of song that lingers in your head rent free. With all the ingredients to become a real breakthrough moment for the band. Even the extended tail which I am not normally a fan of hits here.

    I’m calling it now, Machismo is BAMBEES best song to date. Showcasing a band that is really growing in confidence and refining their identity. Combining memorable hooks with meaningful song messages. If this is the direction they’re heading in then the future is looking incredibly bright in Wales!

    91/100

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5-1Mu8694Y

    All rights to the song in this review are retained by the recording artist. This site claims no rights over it. All images provided by the band.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Photography #Review #rock #Writing
  5. BAMBEES Strike Gold With Machismo

    Introduction

    BAMBEES have never been afraid to wear their influences on their sleeve. But with latest single Machismo I feel like they are really starting to push their sound further than ever before. Leaning heavily into the punk side of their makeup they deliver a message that feels both relevant and unapologetic. This song doesn’t just make an impression, it leaves one.

    Review

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3415BCzgKWZkBRByE5Ha87?si=514cf9c704ae426e

    Machismo immediately grabs the listeners attention with a deep, brooding bassline and drums that thump the song into life. While also establishing the tracks slow burning intensity. It’s clear from the outset that BAMBEES have really dialled up the punk side of things. Not just instrumentally but lyrically too. Despite the slower pace every line carries real weight. Think purposely rather than rushed.

    Sitting confidently in the middle of the mix is the guitar, driving home a playful riff that probably shouldn’t work but does! It’s one of the songs defining features and gives real personality.

    Rather than blowing their cover, the band cleverly allow the instrumental to build towards the chorus. Intensity creeping up on you like that creepy dude at school. The backing vocals help with this enormously and have a really great harmonization. It’s subtle in places but it does add another important layer.

    When the chorus finally hits, it is like a slap in the face to all things toxic masculinity. It’s catchy, and the backing vocals again on machismo really add weight. Try and listen to this multiple times without nodding away and singing, I dare you.

    Post chorus is a brief burst out of the covers from the guitar with a little flair. It left me wanting even more of it, perhaps this is a point where the band could have been a little braver?

    I really think that this song is infectious, the sort of song that lingers in your head rent free. With all the ingredients to become a real breakthrough moment for the band. Even the extended tail which I am not normally a fan of hits here.

    I’m calling it now, Machismo is BAMBEES best song to date. Showcasing a band that is really growing in confidence and refining their identity. Combining memorable hooks with meaningful song messages. If this is the direction they’re heading in then the future is looking incredibly bright in Wales!

    91/100

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5-1Mu8694Y

    All rights to the song in this review are retained by the recording artist. This site claims no rights over it. All images provided by the band.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Photography #Review #rock #Writing
  6. American singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams has claimed the top spot on the German album charts with her track "Daughter from hell," according to a report from GfK... news.osna.fm/?p=56676 | #news #abrams #album #charts #daughter

  7. American singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams has claimed the top spot on the German album charts with her track "Daughter from hell," according to a report from GfK... news.osna.fm/?p=56676 | #news #abrams #album #charts #daughter

  8. American singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams has claimed the top spot on the German album charts with her track "Daughter from hell," according to a report from GfK... news.osna.fm/?p=56676 | #news #abrams #album #charts #daughter

  9. Press Secured For YNOT 2026!

    We are thrilled to announce we will be attending YNOT 2026 as press. After becoming our first UK based press event last year returning this year feels really great!

    With acts this year like The Streets, The Libertines and Kaiser Chiefs it is right up our alley! I’m (Fox) actually attending the festival with a potential new recruit so fingers crossed they have fun!

    Take a look at our review from last years festival to see all the Indie, Pop and Rock based goodness on offer.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Indie #Music #MusicReview #Review #rock #Writing #YNOT
  10. Press Secured For YNOT 2026!

    We are thrilled to announce we will be attending YNOT 2026 as press. After becoming our first UK based press event last year returning this year feels really great!

    With acts this year like The Streets, The Libertines and Kaiser Chiefs it is right up our alley! I’m (Fox) actually attending the festival with a potential new recruit so fingers crossed they have fun!

    Take a look at our review from last years festival to see all the Indie, Pop and Rock based goodness on offer.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Indie #Music #MusicReview #Review #rock #Writing #YNOT
  11. Press Secured For YNOT 2026!

    We are thrilled to announce we will be attending YNOT 2026 as press. After becoming our first UK based press event last year returning this year feels really great!

    With acts this year like The Streets, The Libertines and Kaiser Chiefs it is right up our alley! I’m (Fox) actually attending the festival with a potential new recruit so fingers crossed they have fun!

    Take a look at our review from last years festival to see all the Indie, Pop and Rock based goodness on offer.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Indie #Music #MusicReview #Review #rock #Writing #YNOT
  12. Press Secured For YNOT 2026!

    We are thrilled to announce we will be attending YNOT 2026 as press. After becoming our first UK based press event last year returning this year feels really great!

    With acts this year like The Streets, The Libertines and Kaiser Chiefs it is right up our alley! I’m (Fox) actually attending the festival with a potential new recruit so fingers crossed they have fun!

    Take a look at our review from last years festival to see all the Indie, Pop and Rock based goodness on offer.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Indie #Music #MusicReview #Review #rock #Writing #YNOT
  13. Press Secured For YNOT 2026!

    We are thrilled to announce we will be attending YNOT 2026 as press. After becoming our first UK based press event last year returning this year feels really great!

    With acts this year like The Streets, The Libertines and Kaiser Chiefs it is right up our alley! I’m (Fox) actually attending the festival with a potential new recruit so fingers crossed they have fun!

    Take a look at our review from last years festival to see all the Indie, Pop and Rock based goodness on offer.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Indie #Music #MusicReview #Review #rock #Writing #YNOT
  14. Under The Radar – Dear Boy And The Noise

    Less than 1,000 monthly listeners. More than 1,000 reasons to listen.

    How did you come up with the bands name?

    The band name was inspired by our lead guitarists father Len as he has always used the phrase ‘dear boy’ and we thought it was a nice little tip of the hat to use that within our band name… the noise part well that explains itself.

    Where are you from?

    Chelmsford, Essex.

    What genre would you class your music as?

    Rock And Roll.

    For Fans Of?

    Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Queens Of The Stone Age & MC5.

    Where can people connect with you?

    The bands website is http://www.dearboyandthenoise.com/

    What is your latest release?

    https://open.spotify.com/track/5Gi8hwdl6Hk5aXz3NuflYV?si=c79d5b3841844949

    Favourite is fast, in your face, unforgivingly energetic and guaranteed to make your head bop we call it the scrunched your face effect.

    What are the three songs you would recommend to new listeners?

    Sugar Sugar really introduces you to our heavy baselines and melodic vocals and a powerful guitar solo its just an all round energetic and fun sound.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3eeGKFMBOvggZ7S0zXt9rC?si=900be357e8f04a53

    Little Mamma. This song really shows the other side of our sound when it comes to sassy vocal melodies and feel good music. Punchy, Fun and sexy.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/1llryVk7rtJF8659J4t1Ts?si=3f51be386282491d

    What is the song you’re most proud of as a band?

    Sugar Sugar currently because it was the first official song and release we wrote and was the song that made us realise we found our sound. It was debuted on BBC Introducing upon release and always gets a great reception when we perform it live.

    The story behind it was purely to create a song that was instrumentally dirty but slightly masked by its light melodic vocal sections and its action and response elements within the verses whilst leaving gaps to allow the hard hitting drums, heavy baseline and roaring guitar to hit home.

    Who would be your dream collaboration?

    “Jimmy Hendrix. Because its Jimmy Hendrix” – Richard Tuckey.

    All rights to the songs used on this post are retained by the band in question. This site claims no rights over them. All images were provided by the band.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Photography #Review #rock #Writing
  15. Under The Radar – Dear Boy And The Noise

    Less than 1,000 monthly listeners. More than 1,000 reasons to listen.

    How did you come up with the bands name?

    The band name was inspired by our lead guitarists father Len as he has always used the phrase ‘dear boy’ and we thought it was a nice little tip of the hat to use that within our band name… the noise part well that explains itself.

    Where are you from?

    Chelmsford, Essex.

    What genre would you class your music as?

    Rock And Roll.

    For Fans Of?

    Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Queens Of The Stone Age & MC5.

    Where can people connect with you?

    The bands website is http://www.dearboyandthenoise.com/

    What is your latest release?

    https://open.spotify.com/track/5Gi8hwdl6Hk5aXz3NuflYV?si=c79d5b3841844949

    Favourite is fast, in your face, unforgivingly energetic and guaranteed to make your head bop we call it the scrunched your face effect.

    What are the three songs you would recommend to new listeners?

    Sugar Sugar really introduces you to our heavy baselines and melodic vocals and a powerful guitar solo its just an all round energetic and fun sound.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3eeGKFMBOvggZ7S0zXt9rC?si=900be357e8f04a53

    Little Mamma. This song really shows the other side of our sound when it comes to sassy vocal melodies and feel good music. Punchy, Fun and sexy.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/1llryVk7rtJF8659J4t1Ts?si=3f51be386282491d

    What is the song you’re most proud of as a band?

    Sugar Sugar currently because it was the first official song and release we wrote and was the song that made us realise we found our sound. It was debuted on BBC Introducing upon release and always gets a great reception when we perform it live.

    The story behind it was purely to create a song that was instrumentally dirty but slightly masked by its light melodic vocal sections and its action and response elements within the verses whilst leaving gaps to allow the hard hitting drums, heavy baseline and roaring guitar to hit home.

    Who would be your dream collaboration?

    “Jimmy Hendrix. Because its Jimmy Hendrix” – Richard Tuckey.

    All rights to the songs used on this post are retained by the band in question. This site claims no rights over them. All images were provided by the band.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Photography #Review #rock #Writing
  16. Under The Radar – Dear Boy And The Noise

    Less than 1,000 monthly listeners. More than 1,000 reasons to listen.

    How did you come up with the bands name?

    The band name was inspired by our lead guitarists father Len as he has always used the phrase ‘dear boy’ and we thought it was a nice little tip of the hat to use that within our band name… the noise part well that explains itself.

    Where are you from?

    Chelmsford, Essex.

    What genre would you class your music as?

    Rock And Roll.

    For Fans Of?

    Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Queens Of The Stone Age & MC5.

    Where can people connect with you?

    The bands website is http://www.dearboyandthenoise.com/

    What is your latest release?

    https://open.spotify.com/track/5Gi8hwdl6Hk5aXz3NuflYV?si=c79d5b3841844949

    Favourite is fast, in your face, unforgivingly energetic and guaranteed to make your head bop we call it the scrunched your face effect.

    What are the three songs you would recommend to new listeners?

    Sugar Sugar really introduces you to our heavy baselines and melodic vocals and a powerful guitar solo its just an all round energetic and fun sound.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3eeGKFMBOvggZ7S0zXt9rC?si=900be357e8f04a53

    Little Mamma. This song really shows the other side of our sound when it comes to sassy vocal melodies and feel good music. Punchy, Fun and sexy.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/1llryVk7rtJF8659J4t1Ts?si=3f51be386282491d

    What is the song you’re most proud of as a band?

    Sugar Sugar currently because it was the first official song and release we wrote and was the song that made us realise we found our sound. It was debuted on BBC Introducing upon release and always gets a great reception when we perform it live.

    The story behind it was purely to create a song that was instrumentally dirty but slightly masked by its light melodic vocal sections and its action and response elements within the verses whilst leaving gaps to allow the hard hitting drums, heavy baseline and roaring guitar to hit home.

    Who would be your dream collaboration?

    “Jimmy Hendrix. Because its Jimmy Hendrix” – Richard Tuckey.

    All rights to the songs used on this post are retained by the band in question. This site claims no rights over them. All images were provided by the band.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Photography #Review #rock #Writing
  17. Under The Radar – Dear Boy And The Noise

    Less than 1,000 monthly listeners. More than 1,000 reasons to listen.

    How did you come up with the bands name?

    The band name was inspired by our lead guitarists father Len as he has always used the phrase ‘dear boy’ and we thought it was a nice little tip of the hat to use that within our band name… the noise part well that explains itself.

    Where are you from?

    Chelmsford, Essex.

    What genre would you class your music as?

    Rock And Roll.

    For Fans Of?

    Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Queens Of The Stone Age & MC5.

    Where can people connect with you?

    The bands website is http://www.dearboyandthenoise.com/

    What is your latest release?

    https://open.spotify.com/track/5Gi8hwdl6Hk5aXz3NuflYV?si=c79d5b3841844949

    Favourite is fast, in your face, unforgivingly energetic and guaranteed to make your head bop we call it the scrunched your face effect.

    What are the three songs you would recommend to new listeners?

    Sugar Sugar really introduces you to our heavy baselines and melodic vocals and a powerful guitar solo its just an all round energetic and fun sound.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3eeGKFMBOvggZ7S0zXt9rC?si=900be357e8f04a53

    Little Mamma. This song really shows the other side of our sound when it comes to sassy vocal melodies and feel good music. Punchy, Fun and sexy.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/1llryVk7rtJF8659J4t1Ts?si=3f51be386282491d

    What is the song you’re most proud of as a band?

    Sugar Sugar currently because it was the first official song and release we wrote and was the song that made us realise we found our sound. It was debuted on BBC Introducing upon release and always gets a great reception when we perform it live.

    The story behind it was purely to create a song that was instrumentally dirty but slightly masked by its light melodic vocal sections and its action and response elements within the verses whilst leaving gaps to allow the hard hitting drums, heavy baseline and roaring guitar to hit home.

    Who would be your dream collaboration?

    “Jimmy Hendrix. Because its Jimmy Hendrix” – Richard Tuckey.

    All rights to the songs used on this post are retained by the band in question. This site claims no rights over them. All images were provided by the band.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Photography #Review #rock #Writing
  18. Under The Radar – Dear Boy And The Noise

    Less than 1,000 monthly listeners. More than 1,000 reasons to listen.

    How did you come up with the bands name?

    The band name was inspired by our lead guitarists father Len as he has always used the phrase ‘dear boy’ and we thought it was a nice little tip of the hat to use that within our band name… the noise part well that explains itself.

    Where are you from?

    Chelmsford, Essex.

    What genre would you class your music as?

    Rock And Roll.

    For Fans Of?

    Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Queens Of The Stone Age & MC5.

    Where can people connect with you?

    The bands website is http://www.dearboyandthenoise.com/

    What is your latest release?

    https://open.spotify.com/track/5Gi8hwdl6Hk5aXz3NuflYV?si=c79d5b3841844949

    Favourite is fast, in your face, unforgivingly energetic and guaranteed to make your head bop we call it the scrunched your face effect.

    What are the three songs you would recommend to new listeners?

    Sugar Sugar really introduces you to our heavy baselines and melodic vocals and a powerful guitar solo its just an all round energetic and fun sound.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/3eeGKFMBOvggZ7S0zXt9rC?si=900be357e8f04a53

    Little Mamma. This song really shows the other side of our sound when it comes to sassy vocal melodies and feel good music. Punchy, Fun and sexy.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/1llryVk7rtJF8659J4t1Ts?si=3f51be386282491d

    What is the song you’re most proud of as a band?

    Sugar Sugar currently because it was the first official song and release we wrote and was the song that made us realise we found our sound. It was debuted on BBC Introducing upon release and always gets a great reception when we perform it live.

    The story behind it was purely to create a song that was instrumentally dirty but slightly masked by its light melodic vocal sections and its action and response elements within the verses whilst leaving gaps to allow the hard hitting drums, heavy baseline and roaring guitar to hit home.

    Who would be your dream collaboration?

    “Jimmy Hendrix. Because its Jimmy Hendrix” – Richard Tuckey.

    All rights to the songs used on this post are retained by the band in question. This site claims no rights over them. All images were provided by the band.

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Photography #Review #rock #Writing
  19. Press Secured For Stonedead 2026!

    Fox Reviews Rock have secured another set of press tickets for one of the UK best rock festivals! This time it is Stonedead held at Newark Agricultural Showground at the end of August.

    This is a festival Fox has always wanted to attend so you can only imagine his excitement levels right now… Especially as across the day he will get to see Europe, Accept, Magnum and many more! As it only has one stage there is no chance of anything clashing either.

    As always a full review will be provided so you will know all the details before deciding if you want to attend next year!

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Review #rock #Stonedead #Writing
  20. Press Secured For Stonedead 2026!

    Fox Reviews Rock have secured another set of press tickets for one of the UK best rock festivals! This time it is Stonedead held at Newark Agricultural Showground at the end of August.

    This is a festival Fox has always wanted to attend so you can only imagine his excitement levels right now… Especially as across the day he will get to see Europe, Accept, Magnum and many more! As it only has one stage there is no chance of anything clashing either.

    As always a full review will be provided so you will know all the details before deciding if you want to attend next year!

    #Album #Blog #HardRock #Metal #Music #MusicReview #Review #rock #Stonedead #Writing
  21. Press Secured For Stonedead 2026!

    Fox Reviews Rock have secured another set of press tickets for one of the UK best rock festivals! This time it is Stonedead held at Newark Agricultural Showground at the end of August.

    This is a festival Fox has always wanted to attend so you can only imagine his excitement levels right now… Especially as across the day he will get to see Europe, Accept, Magnum and many more! As it only has one stage there is no chance of anything clashing either.

    As always a full review will be provided so you will know all the details before deciding if you want to attend next year!

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  22. Press Secured For Stonedead 2026!

    Fox Reviews Rock have secured another set of press tickets for one of the UK best rock festivals! This time it is Stonedead held at Newark Agricultural Showground at the end of August.

    This is a festival Fox has always wanted to attend so you can only imagine his excitement levels right now… Especially as across the day he will get to see Europe, Accept, Magnum and many more! As it only has one stage there is no chance of anything clashing either.

    As always a full review will be provided so you will know all the details before deciding if you want to attend next year!

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  23. Press Secured For Stonedead 2026!

    Fox Reviews Rock have secured another set of press tickets for one of the UK best rock festivals! This time it is Stonedead held at Newark Agricultural Showground at the end of August.

    This is a festival Fox has always wanted to attend so you can only imagine his excitement levels right now… Especially as across the day he will get to see Europe, Accept, Magnum and many more! As it only has one stage there is no chance of anything clashing either.

    As always a full review will be provided so you will know all the details before deciding if you want to attend next year!

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  24. Mercers – The Liminal Tapes: Heavy Messages, Heavier Riffs.

    Introduction

    Mercers rose from the ashes of Fony and draw inspiration from Linkin Park, Glassjaw and Deftones. That being said there is a darker underbelly to their sound. Today we review their debut EP The Liminal Tapes!

    The band itself is made up of Olly James (Vocals) & Phil Bashford (Guitar) both previously of Fony. Completing the line up are Richard Titheradge (Drums) & Simon Glover (Guitar).

    Review

    Some bands write to entertain people, others write because they have something bothering them that they need to get off their chest. This is the latter. Tackling mental health, free speech and political matters. In such a way that the message stays clear but it never feels like they’re trying too hard. The music makes the message impactful too!

    I’ve always loved a bit of what I call “Warm up guitar”, that sound when you first plug the guitar in. Hearing that on the start of Cleanse/ Repeat instantly put me in the zone. From then onwards crushing riffs, drums that didn’t know how to play quietly (In a good way) only added to my excitement.

    Vocals shifting from deep bassy spoken word, aggressive screams and surprisingly strong clean melodies was another layer that was a pleasant surprise to my ears this morning. The profanity in the chorus not only caught me off guard but made me laugh, I won’t spoil it but give it a listen! My only gripe is later in the track the drums occasionally feel like they could sit a bit higher in the mix.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/0sUM1qrzWmKJctVYYUPYI5?si=6bd5e6face9841ff

    I’d say the biggest strength to this EP is that it never settles into a formula. New Stockholm flips the dynamic entirely, with cleaner vocals taking front and centre with a heavier chorus. Of the two approaches this is the one I prefer.

    I get flashes of Queens of the Stone Age, Muse & A Perfect Circle throughout and the drums carry so much more weight here. I think this is my standout moment.

    The variety continues through the remainder of the release. A Satire for the World has a real clear contrast between harsh and clean, with added backing vocals that really grow the sound. There’s a clear rawness that reminds me of Alexisonfire also the riff around 2:40 needs to be heard by as many people as possible.

    https://open.spotify.com/track/4XhbJFZjfPom3NlEpXBt0j?si=ae558050f4914c6e

    Rounding things out with a more traditional rock sound is January Zen with great riffs and tight instrumentation. I actually really enjoyed this track instrumentally but thought the vocals could do with a little more oomph. The chorus proves why, with it bursting into life.

    This EP succeeds because every song brings something different, yet keeps a sense of unity. A couple of production tweaks are probably needed, as is stronger vocal delivery in the quieter moments. Both however small complaints. This is an EP packed full of great riffs and promise. Not to mention tonnes of personality!

    72/100

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