There’s a pool of Scottish artists that have remained Podcart’s most underrated. Miaoux Miaoux, Adam Stafford and Jonnie Common are part of an indicative group of some of the most talented humans to feed us music. Common’s output over the last 9 years of following him has been nothing short of curious, exceptional and inspiring. The…
Handkerchief Thief: ‘Salted Skin’
With his debut EP, Hunting For Hummingbirds due out later this year, Melbourne-based Sam McLaren aka Handkerchief Thief has revealed his first single, ‘Salted Skin’. There are obvious comparisons to the likes of alt-J here, but there is a diacritic dynamic to McLaren that sets him apart from his influences. With its short, sharp rhythmical backbone,…
Lazy Day: ‘Hiccup’
It’s not only Tilly Scantlebury’s voice that has become something of a beacon in an ocean for me, Lazy Day have this incredible gift of writing some of the most addictive, yet understated hooks. ‘Hiccup‘ is the latest release from the quartet. Accompanied by a kaleidoscopic, rainbow-fuelled video, its sweeping, transcendental guitars are set to a…
Jilk: ‘Clavoline’
Bristol is arguably one of the most musically rich cities in the UK. Thanks to collectives like Howling Owl, bands like Spectres and Lice and previous pioneers Massive Attack and Portishead, I have always felt it has been a sibling to our own beloved Glasgow in that respect. Jilk are the latest band to be…
Life Is Like A Box Of Records: Hvmmingbyrd
Irish duo Hvmmingbyrd – aka Deborah Byrne and Suzette Das – are ready to charm your ears with the shimmering electro-pop sounds of their new single Gozo, out now and available to stream on Spotify.
Frida Sundemo: ‘Gold’
With her debut record, Flashbacks + Futures set to be one of the most significant releases of the year, Swedish singer-songwriter Frida Sundemo is a revelation. Evocative new release, ‘Gold‘ is a sonic soundscape where you will find yourself investing mind, body, and heart. The summation of its effect is a song that’s both timeless and of…
JW Ridley: ‘Somewhere Else’
With his latest EP due out later this month, JW Ridley has proven himself not only as versatile, but one of the more intriguing artists to emerge of late. His latest release, ‘Somewhere Else’, is a chance to ruminate in the strange beauty of his work. A tip of the cap to stalwarts such as The…
Great News: ‘Wonderfault’
Norway’s track record of being one of the biggest exporters of innovative new music continues today with indie-pop 3-piece Great News. ‘Wonderfault’ is the title track from the band’s forthcoming debut album and is all kinds of unadulterated joy. They say, “The definition of Wonderfault is something that is beautifully broken or not needing to be…
Top Tracks: August
We have put together a list of songs that have stood out this month for a plethora of reasons. Please take the time to invest and immerse yourself in them: Jailbox: ‘A Fork Inside’ Hailing from Maplewood, Missouri, the quartet have produced a heartbreakingly brilliant ballad. This is a provocative and serene piece that is as magnificent…
Life Is Like A Box Of Records: Best Girl Athlete
Following the successful release of debut, Carve Every Word in 2015, Katie Buchan – aka Best Girl Athlete – returns with her brand new album, the self-titled Best Girl Athlete, out on 2nd October 2017 via Fitlike Records.
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