Google translates that from the band’s native Japanese as April Blue with their new single The Country of Words. Of course April Blue are no strangers to these pages and I mentioned last month that their then current single – … Continue reading エイプリルブルー – 言の葉の国
Five songs to kick start your week. Blanco Tranco – Take Care Of Yourself The new single from Blanco Tranco is somewhat darker than their previous output. I am not sure if this is a one off or a change … Continue reading Monday Bunch of Five
More noisy shoegaze from Tokyo’s April Blue. It errs on the rockier side of the genre as the guitars and percussion come together as the vocals rise to the surface. Pasting the lyrics through a translator suggests two lovers making … Continue reading April Blue – Nocturne
The Vapour Veils – I Am Human And I Need To Be Loved No guessing where that song title comes from! The Vapour Veils are from Stockholm and comprise of Magnus (guitars/vocals), Carl (guitars), Andy (bass/backing vocals) and Totte (drums/backing … Continue reading A Thursday Bunch of Five
Have Tokyo’s April Blue changed their name or is Pink Paper Planes a side project comprising some of their line up? My guess it is the latter. Either way Escapeis a soaring indiepop track resplendent with jangling guitars and catchy … Continue reading Pink Paper Planes – エスケープ (Escape)
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