Category: indiepop

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UK Indiepop 2019

Tom

The UK indiepop revival that peaked a few years backed seem to have died out so I asked this question on Twitter the other day and it sparked a lot of chat and replies. Thanks to everyone who was involved. A number of the replies mentioned bands featured on this blog in the past whilst there were a lot of names that were new to me. I am not sure that some of the former met the criteria but as indiepop has a pretty wide ranging sound it seems to be a good idea to include them. So, with all … Continue reading UK Indiepop 2019

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No Middle Name – Meet The Folks

Tom

I must admit I have not listened to No Middle Name since 2017’s Fondness album and their name cropped up again on a twitter thread recently. They released a two part single last month in the shape of Meet The Folks and it’s retro sounding indiepop telling the tale of meeting the other half’s parents, delusions, fallout and the inevitable break up. The vocals of Lucy Martin on part one are a delight and the way she sings the response to David Bailey’s spoken narrative on part two are somewhat wrenching. They make the tuneful guitars seem like a bonus. … Continue reading No Middle Name – Meet The Folks

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Wake In June – OBE // OBE

Tom

Italian one man indiepop/bedroom pop band, and regulars on the stereo at Records I Like, Wake In June have a new single out. Entitled OBE // OBE it’s an indiepop track that features the now trademark jangling guitar sound which leads from the front relegating the obscured vocals to the back. The lyrics are a puzzle just like the gaming theme that runs through the song. Insert more coins now ……. Instagram Continue reading Wake In June – OBE // OBE

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All Romantic Days – May I Waste Your Time

Tom

Chengdu based All Romantic Days feature members of shoegazing band Sound and Fury. However what we hear on this, their debut EP, is not the shoegazing sound one would expect but four pretty good indiepop tracks instead. The EP opens with Sleepwear which wrong footed me with the male lead vocals. Personally I prefer a female voice when the songs err on the twee side of things but this is a good track that reminds me of Brazilian indiepop band Pale Sunday. The expected female vocals appear on She Says with the voice and jangling guitars giving the song a … Continue reading All Romantic Days – May I Waste Your Time

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Pop At Summer – Chamomile Rhymes

Tom

Pop at Summer hail from Bandung, Indonesia and are another band who continue that city & country’s obsession with indiepop. Unlike some of their peers the band do not replicate Sarah Records note for note and instead produce a mature indie pop sound centered around the voice of their female singer (Givani?). Imagine Strawberry Story fronted by Tracey Thorn and that may give you some clues. The band also cite Swedish pop as an influence but I also hear bits of swing and classical guitar in the mix too. Three very strong tracks with closer Everything’s Fine being my pick … Continue reading Pop At Summer – Chamomile Rhymes

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Marcos Y Molduras – Te Puedes Morir

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Marcos Y Molduras follow up previous single La De Parks with new track Te Puedes Morir. Whilst the former was fuzzy brilliance the latter is a slower paced affair which sways onto the side of twee pop. However it is not all sugar sweet as you may first suspect! When the lyrics are translated it hints at darker thoughts as behind the smiling facade the subject matters lover can die if her feelings are not reciprocated. Gulp….. Te Puedes Morir is out now digitally on Discos De Kirlian. Continue reading Marcos Y Molduras – Te Puedes Morir

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Fresh – Cinema Woes

Tom

Cinema Woes was recorded at the same time as Fresh were recording their debut album Withdraw which was released back in June. It’s short, sharp pop-punk tune with an energetic burst despite the anxiety behind the words. All proceeds from sales of the song goes to Beat, which is an eating disorders charity. Go and part with some pennies for a worthy cause as well as a cracking tune. Facebook Continue reading Fresh – Cinema Woes

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Terry vs. Tori – Keepsake Box

Tom

The latest single from Sevilla’s Terry vs. Tori is, if I have kept count correctly, the 5th single to be taken from the band’s forthcoming debut album provisionally entitled Heathers. At this rate it’s going to be a greatest hits album and the band can call it a night because Keepsake Box is yet another effortless indiepop song. The band have now added synthesizers into the mix which has added yet another layer of vibrancy to their sound. It’s out now digitally via El Genio Equivocado. Facebook Continue reading Terry vs. Tori – Keepsake Box

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Lake Ruth – Extended Leave

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Lake Ruth, who feature members of Holy Fuck, The New Lines, and The Eighteenth Day of May, will be releasing their new single as part of the Slumberland Records SLR30 Singles Series. The band’s music is inspired by space-pop, Krautrock, noir and baroque pop amongst others. Extended Leave explores these elements to great effect complete with a pulsating bass line and delicate vocals. It’s one for fans of Broadcast or Stereolab. Extended Leave will be backed by Strange Interiors and will be released by Slumberland Records at the beginning of next month on 7″ vinyl & digital formats. Pre-order from … Continue reading Lake Ruth – Extended Leave