NEW SINGLE RELEASE – Viji ‘Anything’
NEW SINGLE RELEASE – Viji ‘Anything’ The essence of a late 90’s coming of age movie is Viji’s second single of 2023, titled ‘Anything Words by Isla Mcrobbie 17.05.23 ‘You’re the main character in a late 90’s coming of age movie’, should be Viji’s POV tagline. Evoking images of handwritten diaries, swingling legs, and late-night conversations on a burger phone, she has released her second single of 2023 titled ‘Anything’, which comes with an interesting lyric vid. Unveiling a track that effortlessly transcends age and taps into the universal emotions of love and connection, Viji delivers a perfect blend of childhood nostalgia and contemporary artistry. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Avril Lavigne, Viji skillfully combines power chords and youthful lyricism, capturing the essence of fun and relatability that defines everyone’s teenage years. This latest release has continued the ever-growing wave of excitement around Viji, as she expertly merges grunge and alt-pop elements with a fresh, modern pop perspective. A talented producer herself, the new track is supported under the esteemed guidance of Dan Carey, ‘Anything’ finds its release through Speedy Wunderground Records, providing a platform that truly comprehends and elevates Viji’s raw artistic vision.
NEW EP RELEASE – Nuha Ruby Ra – ‘Machine Like Me’
NEW EP RELEASE – Nuha Ruby Ra – ‘Machine Like Me’ Nuha Ruby Ra’s ‘Machine Like Me’ EP: A Raw and Cathartic Exploration of Emotion through Experimental Soundscapes Words by Isla Mcrobbie Nuha Ruby Ra’s latest EP, Machine Like Me, is an experimental piece that challenges traditional notions of melody, harmony, and rhythm. Clocking in at just over 23 minutes, the EP offers a supernatural listening experience that’s sure to make you want to scream out your emotions. In an interview with DIY Magazine, Ruby Ra explained that she writes songs and performs them to shed trapped emotions. She screams on stage, and those screams are like a godsend. With Machine Like Me, Ruby Ra invites her audience to scream along and release their innermost thoughts and feelings. This EP has been long-awaited, teased since the release of the initial single My Voice in 2022, followed by Self Portraiture and 6 In The Morning. The project explores bleak underground soundscapes and features introspective, vulnerable, and yet fiercely reflective lyrics. The final three tracks, Slicer, Rise, and You Never Know, showcase Ruby Ra’s vocal range and ability to push the boundaries of traditional music genres. Ruby Ra’s unique sound and approach to songwriting have garnered critical acclaim and a growing fan base. With Machine Like Me, she solidifies her position as an artist to watch in the experimental music scene. Overall, this EP is a powerful and visceral expression of the human experience that will leave you feeling energized and ready to take on the world. Check out Machine Like Me now and experience the primal scream therapy for yourself here.
NEW SINGLE RELEASE – Heartworms ‘Retributions Of An Awful Life’
NEW SINGLE RELEASE – Heartworms ‘Retributions Of An Awful Life’ A new-wave take on dystopian post-punk. Heartworms release first track of debut EP ‘A Comforting Notion’. Words by Isla Mcrobbie Image Credit: Camille Alexander “Look at me, I can fly That’s the way it’s happening You could feel this all the time Let’s just take another three Up the wall, through the trench This will quit your life dry This will kick your life high But to quench your life, why?” Frontwoman JoJo’s voice is in defiant order in the anticipated debut track titled ‘Retributions of An Awful Life’. And what an awful life it is, a cinematic noir take on battle, Heartworms have continued their militant regime into our ears with the first release of upcoming dystopian post-punk debut EP, rather ironically titled – ‘’A Comforting Notion’. (Scheduled release March 22nd) Hitting the cover of Issue 42 of So Young Magazine during an interview with Poppy Richler she describes her lyrics: “There may be elements of hope in the music I write, but it always comes down to a dark synth, lyric or a darkness in the way its sung”. This introspective track showcases the band’s signature sound, reminiscent of the late 1970s and early 1980s in its use of synthesizers and other electronic elements. Characterized by this experimental and eclectic production, there is an incredible industrial emphasis in the moody instrumentation. So far Heartworms few releases have proven to be a new wave take on a genre paved by the likes of Joy Division, The Cure, Siouxsie and the Banshees. Get ready to listen to something dark, edgy, and atmospheric, with a refreshing focus on mood and texture rather than raw aggression. And I for one, can’t wait to hear what’s next. Listen to Heartworms new release ‘Retributions Of An Awful Life’ here: Heartworms 1 Videos Heartworms – Retributions Of An Awful Life Video Video Director – Niall Trask Video Producer/ 1st AD – Dan Matthews DoP – Morgan Sinclair Focus Puller / First AC – Callan Matthews Song Produced by – Dan Carey Record Label – Speedy Wunderground.