Under the Radar: August 2019
30th August 2019
This month’s UTR roundup includes recent releases LINGUA IGNOTA, Wizard Rifle, The Survival Code, The Vanities, Glitterer, Sanction, and The Cruel Knives
This month’s UTR roundup includes recent releases LINGUA IGNOTA, Wizard Rifle, The Survival Code, The Vanities, Glitterer, Sanction, and The Cruel Knives
“‘Cash In Hands’ musicianship may be minimalist and raw, but it’s rich in storytelling”
‘Deathwatch’ will likely be a lot of new fans introduction to The Royal… It’s just a shame that their step-up in songwriting seems to have come as a trade for heavier production.
“While She Sleeps are letting their anthem-writing overtake any other expectations… sacrificing the need to be the most skilled/heavy musician to make great songs instead.”
“Mantra provide a confident and brash opening gambit with debut album ‘Dreamland’”
“‘Late Teens’ such a triumphant listen… Press Club are sure to inspire countless people looking for that same hope.”
“Oxygen Thief’s flesh-and-bone rawness is key to ‘Confusion Species’”
“Drug Church are a band who thrive on momentary bursts of energy and craft those moments throughout ‘Cheer’”
Idles show the cross-appeal underground rock music so desperately needs right now
AH’s Andrew Davidson witnessed the positive chaos in Glasgow.
Black Peaks brought ‘All That Divides’ to life in Glasgow with Bossk and Gold Key in tow.
“‘Strange Entertainment’ is a curious affair, awash with ambiguous themes and unpredictable song structures”
Even after 20 years and eight albums, High On Fire continue to show ambition and experimentation on ‘Electric Messiah’.
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