New tracks

On this page we flag up new recordings from local bands.

Find which which bands have brought out new tracks.

March 2010

Dark Dark Horse is a collaboration between Jamie Ward (ex Kyte) and James Stafford (Kids in Cars). Smooth, cool and delightful electronica with classy vocals.

July 2009

The Pennyhangers have a whole set of new tracks up on their Myspace. Well worth a listen.

The Utopians

are releasing two new double A songs under the Daybreak label. The Leicester band is releasing new songs at gigs in Leicester, London and Glasgow.

Syren

Reviewed by Sam Topley

Syren are an all female alt-rock trio with members from the UK and US. Their beautifully arpeggiated acoustic guitar melodies are complemented by raw, distinctly fretless bass lines. Add their driven, explosive percussion and powerful yet mellow vocals- Syren are definately one to listen out for!

Syren's subtle, eclectic blend of genres and ability to perform is shown throughout their debut, self released album, 'Dehumanized'. With thirteen, excellently arranged tracks by three female artists from both sides of the Atlantic, be sure to order your copy from their website. Syren will shortly embark on an extensive UK tour with plenty of shows in and around Leicestershire

Assembly Point 3

Reviewed by Nick Furlong of the Flamonics

The visualisation graphic on my music player instantly goes crazy in a spinning, pounding frenzy as the opening bars of “slipping away”, the first track on the EP, launch into action.

There’s no doubt anyone could be mistaken into thinking they were listening to a chart-topping signed band given the impressive quality and overall professionalism portrayed in the whole EP as a package.

The lucky listener is taken on a five track journey through the world of modern rock. The heart pumping beats of “slipping away” are calmed down somewhat by track two “finelines” which feature much more melodic vocals, yet still holding that distinctively upbeat modern British chorus that you will find a common feature in Assembly Point 3’s music. As you progress through the EP to “radio voices” the consistently driving drum beat can be still heard, which for me is what helps power this records whole sense of immiscible quality. Credit is undoubtedly due to drummer Michael Levy for keeping my (and I’m sure hundreds of other) feet across the nation tapping unstoppably throughout listening to this EP.

Slightly more funky bass guitar and drum beats open aptly named “Eurodance 96” with a groovy dance feel that leads on to an equally impressive song which has become of little surprise from such a top quality band. Finally, “Hammer the last nail” heavily features a recognisably billy talent style to it which certainly works for the band.

All in all this disc shows obvious promise for a huge future for these four guys from London. I am expecting to hear many more equally faultless tracks coming from “Assembly Point 3” for many years to come. It was a real treat to listen to such creatively engineered guitar riffs coupled with the marriage made in heaven that the bass guitar and drums had developed for the band; not forgetting the solidly perfect yet still powerful vocals. It would be a gross understatement to say this EP grew on me, From the moment the music began it was a sure hit with me, and has not ceased to keep me bouncy away on my chair and tapping along incessantly ever since. Remember the name, “Assembly Point 3” will be huge in 2010 I guarantee you that!

Assembly Point 3 have played in Leicester several times before.

Autohype

Fresh new sounds from one of Leicester's most distinctive bands. "Heartbeat" has a bit of a disconcerting intro but then Seb's highly distinctive voice comes in and you hear the unmistakable sound of Autohype, a band that sounds like no other than itself. Still the same infectious rhythms and compelling sounds. Autohype breaks new ground all the time.

Weekend Schemers

Four new tracks up on the band's Myspace. Well worth a listen. Pretty good quality with some crispy vocals from James Hazell. See them at the Pavilion on the 17th July. A busy and energetic band, they are getting their name out there. Some sharp riffs from the lead guitarist. "Just a game" pumps out a lot of fast moving sounds and its deliciously tight.

Barricades Rise. Listen to their new track "Aftermath" - also free download. The band has an album which is due for release in August. Check out Barricades Rise for news and reviews.

June 2009

The Pickpockets have brought out 2 new tracks: "The Getaway" and "copycats".

The Pickpockets

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