LIVE: The Great Escape 2018 @ Brighton

When the snow was still falling at the start of April, the British summer season seemed a very long way off, but we’re now in the middle of May and that can only mean one thing: it’s time to get the festival season off with a bang, courtesy of

Video premiere of MAYPINE’s ‘Give’

We’re giving you an exclusive first-look at ‘Give’, the latest video from MAYPINE. The track comes from the band’s upcoming four-track EP ‘Bend/Break’, due for release on June 22. Physical pre-orders are available here, and you can order a digital copy here. “The music video for ‘Give’ was

Brightr and Bukowski release split EP

Brightr and Bukowski have teamed up to release a split EP through Penultimate Records. The digital version is available now through all digital platforms and a physical version is being planned for release soon. The EP contains the folowing four tracks: 1. Bukowski – Breakaway 2. Grow Up. Give Up. Let Go.

Vespera: “The whole platform for this band is to promote a positive message.”

I, The Mapmaker – ‘Searching’

Debut EPs almost always seem to represent an unfettered opportunity.  I, The Mapmaker, a melodic hardcore quintet, present with their debut ‘Searching’, an ambitious effort, rich with complexity and dynamism. Opener ‘Ghostwalker’ floods the listener with mesmerising harmonies, abound with fluid and

Our top 10 tips for The Great Escape 2018

The Great Escape is easily one of the highlights of the festival calendar thanks to its supreme organisation and massive range of genres. The festival itself boasts over 500 acts from all over the world, and with another 200 bands joining the mix through The Alternative Escape, there’s no

LIVE: Casey / Endless Heights / Rarity @ Rock City Basement, Nottingham

Even before the release of their debut album ‘Love Is Not Enough’ in 2016, Casey had amassed a passionate fan-base thanks to their painfully honest lyrics and beautifully ambient instrumentation. Now with two superb full-length records to their name, their loyal following has only grown stronger, affording the quintet

Video premiere of ‘That Valentine Song’ by Screech Bats

Screech Bats released their new EP ‘Wish You Were Her’ on March 30 and we’re delighted to premiere a brand new video for ‘That Valentine Song’, from the record. Speaking about the song, the band say: “This song is about that total piece of shit ex you can’t ever believe

LIVE: COVE / Parting Gift @ Red Room, Nottingham

When a tour offers up two rising stars of the UK alternative scene, it’s a difficult proposition to turn down. There’s the prospect of future bragging rights – if either band goes on to bigger and better things, you can say you were there from start – but more

Introducing Brightr’s brand new video ‘Sleep Well’

Punktastic favourite Brightr has unveiled a brand new video for ‘Sleep Well’, which we’re delighted to premiere today. Brightr is currently on tour across Europe with h_ngm_n and has recently been added to The Fest in Gainsville, Florida, this October. Speaking about the track, Brightr explains: “‘Sleep Well’ is really