That Old Quiet Lighthouse
Laughter
Featuring Sanja Cin
 
Described as putting the “emo back in wholesome”, a reversal of meaning might be involved somewhere. That Old Quiet Lighthouse have been climbing the ladder at super speed in the wake of their lively and lovable sound. Inspired by key acts such as Pinegrove and Alex G, That Old Quiet Lighthouse take their capable song writing to new levels of virtuosity. Laughter features the beautiful sonics of Sanja Cin and is designed to be an up-beat folk number that uses the melodious haunt of the tenor horn to bring out the magic in her voice. In just a few months, That Old Quiet Lighthouse has exploded into luminosity as their work has been featured on Charlie Ashcroft’s Amazing Radio andV13.
 
A melodious chugging rock progression opens with clear and well-projected vocals. A mix of various harmonies emerge from the mix of violin, guitar, and bass. Interesting drum beats slenderly fit in the spaces behind the rhythm. A fun and inventive vocal opens out in musical lanes. A funk and jazz feel leans in with the note choices. Sanja Cin offers harmony layers in the powerful lyric section as the song changes with gradual gear shifts. Melancholic words bob like happy ducks on feelings of just right that round off the emotion with balance and dignity.
 
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Elk City
Floating Above The Water (Live)
Magic Door Record Label
 
Dreamy and art inspired, New Jersey dream-pop figureheads Elk City bring a new video single made by H. Robert Escurel. Recorded live at Brooklyn’s Union Pool, the video brings a fresh outlook and another page in the chapter-turning adventures of the band. A new album is out, Above The Water LP contains all the recent singles, this feature track, and a lot more. Available on the Magic Door Record Label, this new production puts another key in the hands of the listeners to unlock some wholesome vision food. The group have inspirations ranging from PJ Harvey to 10,000 Maniacs, so we can expect a spectrum of quality that flows from these multiple sources. Formed by drummer Ray Ketchum and vocalist Renée LoBue, the band quickly gained a full line up. With Sean Eden from Luna and Chris Robertson from Feed (a Psychedelic Furs side-project) on the guitars, Richard Baluyut from Versus takes the bass. Elk City has been enjoying the twilight sounds of happy hour since the year 2000. This latest record is, however, a brand new era for the progressive and psychedelic band.
 
Waves on sonic togetherness range from side to side as the band enchant us with the first few bars. Guitar rises from the mists of sound with a slender drum score to make everything stable. The vocals begin, introspective and gothic tones curdle like shadows at dusk as the resonant band sound rises and falls like gusts of soul-clearing wind. Spellbinding disparity meets utopian sonic presence as the music drips from tilted dimensions into glistening cups held by eager magi. Elements of neo-folk bring a soulful edge as shining lights of tone speckle the Whitby jet backdrop with ever growing stella intensity. 

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Lucy Kruger and The Lost Boys
Heaving
Unique Records
 
The title track of the soon-to-be released new album has been released to the world. Merging musicality from South Africa and Germany, Lucy Kruger and The Lost Boys bring their trippy-pop and evocative ambience to the masses. Making use of a whole series of influences, the result is a kind of intense future-folk that burns with emotional clarity and artistic relevance. With a run of evolutionary singles on the table that spell out the meat of the new album, we get another door to open on the nativity calendar of this awaited record.
 
A quiet vocal hums in a silent spaciousness as the music begins. The voice changes as drums enter with scatterings of percussion. The music rises gradually with vibrant guitar and keyboard sounds that hit the drum on interesting beats. Lucy Kruger’s voice is a haunting experience that simmers like milk giving off creamy vapours. Another twist brings a new intensity which pushes the guitars out to greet the impassioned delivery. Strange and pretty sounds coalesce in driving surges of dream. Heaving by Lucy Kruger and The Lost Boys sings and shimmers on colourful spires that rise from sombre churches.
 
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​Tickets for TOUR DATES
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Apr 04   Freiburg, Germany - Slow Club
Apr 05   Zürich, Switzerland - Fabriktheater Rote Fabrik
Apr 06   Alessandria, Italy - Cascina Bellaria, Sezzadio
Apr 07   Sion, Switzerland - Point 11
Apr 08   Varese, Italy - Circolo Gagarin
Apr 10   Macerata, Italy - Circolo Dong
Apr 10   Fano, Italy - Bagni Elsa Nº3
Apr 12   Bologna, Italy - Efesto
Apr 14   Paris, France - Supersonic
Apr 15   Lille, France - To Be Announced
Apr 16   Amsterdam, Netherlands - Cinetol
Apr 19   Nuremberg, Germany - Z-Bau
Apr 20   Bielefeld, Germany - Johanniskirche
May 02  Leipzig, Germany - Moritzbastei
May 03  Hamburg, Germany - Hafenklang
May 04  Hannover, Germany - Glocksee
May 05  Berlin, Germany - Lido
May 24  Dresden, Germany - Jazz Club Tonne
May 26  Offenburg, Germany - 361 Grad im Spitalkeller
May 27  Esslingen, Germany - Psych In Bloom
May 28  Offenbach, Germany - Hafen 2
Aug 10  Bad Kötzting, Germany - void
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Ray Ramon
Dangerous
Newcastle, Australia
 
Originally from Nigeria and now living his best life in Australia, dance music and pop singer Ray Ramon brings Dangerous. It’s no surprise that he’s inspired by Michael Jackson (signed merch), as he shares a title with the artist, bringing great rhythms and catchy lyrics to the centre is what it’s all about. With several awards and accolades behind him and a permanent drive to bring the best in Ray Ramon style tunes, the artist is growing his fanbase and global reach at every turn. With roots in the 80’s pop-dance scene and a truly modern and fresh sounding edge, Ray Ramon keeps the dance alive.
 
Funky and smooth keyboards bring an upbeat motif as drums give a quick-stepping dance beat. Retro sounds and modern mixing play together as Ray Ramon begins the song. A melodious verse hits us as the bass begins to surge. Disco sounds and punchy beats make the song stand out as the fun and lively keyboard bubbles up in between the lines. Memorable at the first listen, the clever composition keeps us on our toes as the music maintains a consistent pulse and attitude. Dangerous from Ray Ramon is a pleasure to listen to and it’s lavished in a feel good sensation that makes us move.     
 
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Nervian Society
Elegant Ride On
Brussels
 
The first track on their new EP, Ducpetiauxlaan, Elegant Rise On is the opening sequence to the latest material from Brussels-based electronic music group Nervian Society. Describing themselves as mining for the best sonic gold in the depths of exploratory electro and disco sounds, this new outfit of producers have already established a long line of glistening thread. Following the braids from their latest release, we can trace the value back to several projects. Members of Nervian Society previously founded Brussels’ Spector Studio where they recorded several key artists including Que La Suite Soit Douce, The Cultural Studies, and Instructor. With a lifetime of experience playing varied and complimentary DJ sets that include a plethora of special guests, that same ethos of bringing everything together for the event has made Nervian Society something to be treasured.   
 
A ringing synthesiser tone accompanies driving percussion to open the track. The rhythm sounds simmer down to silence as atmospheric pads kindle imagery and texture. Drums roll back into the mix with staggered layers as percussive tones begin to assist in the rhythmic outlay. Piano notes dance to the beat as bass begins to chew the funk in resonant researches. The synth tone evolves to a popping sound as vocals join the foray. The rise and fall of various elements in the music bring distinctive faces to the forefront that show their expressive drama in subtle reflections of tone. 

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Chris Williams and Kid Reverie
Warning Bell
Wilmington
 
Chris Williams wrote a little verse one day that seemed to be the seed of something much bigger. From his North Carolina home, he made contact with a friendly face and respected musician Kid Reverie. When they got together, what began as a few lines and a tune became a moving and well-written piece of music. A song about how no matter how hard you try sometimes people implode. A guitar and organ led song, Warning Bell is one that most of us can understand. The slightest mistake or perceived problem can lead to a house of cards falling around you. From the upcoming album, Something For Nothing, Warning Bell is a song about making sure you’re in a good place and those around you are too.
 
Rock and roll chord progressions lean out from the quiet as an organ joins the pattern to the beat of a steady drum. Folky words enter, the smooth swagger of music breaks into a brisk walk as the chorus grows naturally from a sleek entry verse. Swirling organs greet the rising vapours of melody as the music travels up and down in tidal flows of introspective atmosphere. A drifting sense of melancholy meets an uplifting swing of major key in a dualistic portrayal of deep human feelings. Musical interludes give soul and character to the drifting progression as Warning Bell reminds us there won’t be one sometimes.
 
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