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The New Roses – ‘Nothing But Wild’ (Napalm)

The New Roses – ‘Nothing But Wild’ (Napalm)

Posted by | Jul 31, 2019 | ,

Fourth albums are often an opportunity for bands not only to consolidate their existing sound but also to push the boundaries of what they have done before while not straying too far from their established path and alienating the fanbase they have worked so hard to establish. ‘Nothing But Wild’, the latest offering from ÜR’s favourite German party animals, The New Roses, achieves both of these objectives in damn fine – no, make that DAMN FINE – rock ‘n’ roll style.

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Metal Mayhem V – St Helens, Tank – 27 July 2019

Metal Mayhem V – St Helens, Tank – 27 July 2019

Posted by | Jul 31, 2019 | ,

A new venue to our travelling gigaholic, Tank in St Helens, hosting a rock/metal all dayer for free seemed like a damn good way to start his Saturday off, before heading into his DJ residency. And with the likes of Witch Tripper and Deified appearing on the bill, it was a damn good line up! That in mind, he headed across on local transport to take in some heavy riffs. A small bar with a strong DIY ethic and spirit awaited him, along with a number of the bands already in good spirits.

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Press Club – ‘Wasted Energy’ (Hassle Records)

Press Club – ‘Wasted Energy’ (Hassle Records)

Posted by | Jul 31, 2019 | ,

According to our man John B, ‘Wasted Energy’ – the second album from Melbourne punks Press Club – is a “passionate collection of emotions rather than just a group of songs. You can feel the passion and meaning that each song holds for the band members. With a strong delivery and a band that clearly works well together, we have all the makings of a great album here.” You can find out why he says this on the other side of the link…

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Problem Patterns- ‘Good For You, Aren’t You Great?’ (Self-Released)

Problem Patterns- ‘Good For You, Aren’t You Great?’ (Self-Released)

Posted by | Jul 30, 2019 | ,

It’s hard to believe that less than a year has passed since Problem Patterns made their grand entrance onto the Belfast music scene.  In just a few short months, the punk quartet has garnered a fierce reputation as a formidable live act, as well as grabbing the cultural zeitgeist by the lapels in the form of the timely single, ‘Allegedly’.  Expectations have been high for a more extensive release from the band.  Well, worry not folks, for Problem Patterns apparently don’t like to disappoint.

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