if you’ve got a new release lined up, are based in the North West of England and are looking for coverage, we’re always looking for new music to review! ๐
our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the brand new single “Better” from Zara Smile! ๐
the Liverpool-based alt-rock songwriter has been making waves on the scene over the past few years, performing across some of the North West’s finest venues and releasing a run of incredible singles that really cemented their reputation as one to watch on the scene. ๐
this new single sounds super, and really shows off their lyrical ability, in creating a track that not only is raw, personal and honest, relaying real emotions, but also musically adept, with a real singalong anthemic chorus that’s backed by luscious 90’s-esque instrumentation that really give a driving force to the tune. it’s a lovely high-energy track that really utilises the production to enforce the topic of the tune, giving a sense of urgency and imbalance whilst maintaining a real down-to-earth sensibility of being honest with yourself. a fantastic track! ๐
itโs been a week since the release of the latest single from Scatterchild โNew Ocean (feat. Quentin Wylie)โโก๏ธ
A big thank you to everyone whoโs checked it out and supported the track – such a lovely reception to the release! You can purchase it directly for your own collection over on Bandcamp at https://scatterchild.bandcamp.com/album/new-ocean ๐ฟ
we had a sell-out room, and with special guests Tallulah Guard and BETS, it was one to remember a big shout to everyone who came down and thank you to everyone involved for helping create such a wonderful evening!
our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the brand new single “Debt Collectors” from Stephen McCafferty ๐
the Edinburgh-based songwriter has been making waves for a few years now, with a strong string of releases already under his belt, and having performed a bunch across Scotland and support from various radio stations and publications, he’s returned with his first release of the year! ๐ถ
this new single sounds fantastic, with intricate and well-thought-out lyricism, touching on topics of class, anxiety and the demand of modern life, all set to a driving beat. there’s a huge anthemic chorus, a proper singalong track, and with quality musical expertise supporting the excellent lyrics, it’s a proper belter that not only has the musical quality and production behind it, but also adept songwriting and prose. ๐