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1. UK Indie Rock Band: Getting Frank with The Franks November 13, 2009 Conveying real sentiments and emotions in a new and revitalizing way, The Franks is one of the great and top UK indie bands. Their towering vocals pooled with sharp and powerful riffs leave a feeling of lightheadedness and uplifted spirit. Indeed, this is what the band is all about – true emotions behind human life! Unlike some bands that play all-too-often, cheery songs, the theme of the band is more on their forward pessimism. Take it from the lyrics of their vocalist Jamie Frankel. Almost everything is about disappointment and pain, which if taken into consideration is very relative to... (read more) Author: Lara Nadezda

2. Scrubb: A Different Indie Approach November 13, 2009 Thai power-pop and rock group Scrubb bring to spotlight their softer side in an exceptional ‘Best of’ album. It is quite surprising to know that Thai indie band Scrubb in Thailand. ‘Surprising’ indeed since vocalist Muey Thawachpol Wongboonsiri and guitarist Ball Torpong Chantabuppha are grubby, sloppy musicians who flavor Beatlesque tunes with sympathetic lyrics. There are even no suggestions of rock star glamour to light them comparing to other, more vivid acts in the Thai music industry; although getting your way through their jam-packed venues during live performances might suggest ot... (read more) Author: Lara Nadezda

3. Looking at Mac Mccaughan's Audio Journal —Portastatic November 13, 2009 Side projects can be odd entities; you will never know where a band’s career can go. Take a look at Portastatic – an excellent example of how underestimated greatness could surface from the periphery. Mac McCaughan began his lo-fi project back in the 1990’s to respond to his soaring indie rock act Superchunk. It has been a full time career for sometime now with nearly twelve full-length albums to brag. Researching about McCaughan will convince anyone of his great musical genius disguised in multiple personalities. Besides being the front man and writing songs for the two bands, he co-ow... (read more) Author: Lara Nadezda

4. Dinosaur Pile-Up: Indie Rocks using 8-track recorder November 13, 2009 For the past few years, electrifying new alternative rock bands come out that showcase truly fresh perspectives in music, which was not heard and presented before. Some music lovers believe that UK’s music scene is still as thrilling as it have ever been. It is quite excited to acquire a Dinosaur Pile-Up’s music. If you’ve been hearing some buzzes about the band, try to find out what they have to offer for good. Although their music was not the type of groundbreaking sound you are hoping for, still their sounds are noteworthy enough to deserve a listen. It is good to note that the ... (read more) Author: Lara Nadezda

5. Corrin Campbell and The Election Win Duo/Band Song 4 October 02, 2009 Corrin Campbell has just claimed her second song victory, as she follows the Female Vocalist triumph of her piano and vocal ballad “When It Rains” with another $50 cash prize win – this time by the song “Sunbeam” which features the full-on rock and roll backing of her band The Election. Make A Star's 4th Song music contest for duos or bands expanded to 8 contestants, and the past three weeks saw some close matches amongst the diverse array of exciting new bands filling up the Make A Star airwaves. The other finalist of the bracket contest was British Columbia, Canada hard rock band Quart... (read more) Author: Ben Yater

6. Alternative Indie Rocker Kirsten DeHaan Readies Her Latest EP September 24, 2009 Alternative Rock singer-songwriter Kirsten DeHaan has confirmed her latest release on SirLady Records: a five song EP dubbed "Thorns On A Crown" that is by far her most mature work to date. The new EP encompasses the sweetness of Liz Phair, a soft, airy quality like that of Sia, and the rich alto of Fiona Apple. Digital music distributor and licensing company Oseao Media Group will be making the EP available through major online retail stores on October 6th, 2009. When describing her latest offering," Thorns On A Crown" Kirsten notes, "This record, without exception, finally exemplifies w... (read more) Author: Eric de Fontenay

7. SirLady Records To Release Kirsten Dehaan's EP "Thorns On A Crown" Through Oseao Media Group September 16, 2009 Indie label SirLady Records announces its partnership with digital music distributor and licensing company Oseao Media Group for an October 6th digital release of alternative rock singer-songwriter Kirsten DeHaan's "Thorns On A Crown." DeHaan's new EP encompasses the sweetness of Liz Phair, a soft, airy quality like that of Sia, and the rich alto of Fiona Apple. "We're very excited at Oseao to have the privelage of working with Kirsten and Musicdish," said OSEAO General Manager Jon Lemmon. "This is one of the most exciting partnerships and projects we've come across in some time, and we'r... (read more) Author: Eric de Fontenay

8. What's The Difference Between Emo And Screamo September 06, 2009 What used to be an underground music style in the Washington D.C of the early 1980s broke into the mass media in the early 2000s; EMO, a music-style that has transformed into a lifestyle phenomenon. A little later, but almost at the same time another music-style evolved from San Diego called Screamo. This article tries to outline the differences between these two music-styles. Emo emerged from what was called Emotional driven hardcore punk in Washington DC in the early 80s. The music was made of melodic guitars, varied rythms and very personal, confessional and impassioned lyrics. The ter... (read more) Author: Robert Bell

9. Kerchoonz Showcasing Indie Talent At Our House August 03, 2009 Kerchoonz, the social media networking group, is partnering with cult Mancunian online TV show, "Our House", in a bid to help promote regional UK musical talent. The announcement follows on from the "Kerchoonz Live" sessions in December last year, when indie artists were invited to upload their music onto the Kerchoonz.com site, the winners going on to perform in front of a live studio audience at the House of Rock studios in Glasgow and receiving cash prizes, promotion in hard press, world-wide blog networking, professional live studio recordings and interview sessions with top journalis... (read more) Author: Eric de Fontenay

10. Diego McCartney and The Amusement Set to Make a Come Back July 24, 2009 Diego McCartney & The Amusement, the small indie rock band from Austin, Texas are set on making a strong come back. After the absence of these passed months, the bands reps have confirmed an August release of their much anticipated albums, but is it too late for the band to even make an impact? The band have lost much credibility and fans seem to be quite annoyed and fed up of the name Diego McCartney and The Amusement, but of course it hasn’t been entirely the bands fault. The band had fallen under bad management and have been battling legal problems. The Amusement are no longer together, but... (read more) Author: Megan Cooper

11. A Fresh New Group In the Music Industry June 29, 2009 Lungs, the debut album by Florence and the Machine is a mix of soul, rock and indie music. It has received numerous five star reviews and one that that truly attracted me to the group was the amazing album cover. "Dog Days are Over," the albums opening track showcases the bands talents with a gentle sounds of soft vocals and harp tones. It leads into a thunderous crescendo and then cuts into a timid piano piece. It is a great way for the band to introduce themselves and their talents to the listeners and encourages people to look closely at the album as a whole. Florence Welch rea... (read more) Author: Jen Barnum

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