{"id":12482,"date":"2015-01-05T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-01-05T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alreadyheard.com\/staging\/50bandsfor2015\/"},"modified":"2018-08-17T21:13:27","modified_gmt":"2018-08-17T20:13:27","slug":"50bandsfor2015","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alreadyheard.com\/staging\/50bandsfor2015\/","title":{"rendered":"Feature: 50 Bands to Watch in 2015"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/bf08003a071037a218d563f31c578f20\/tumblr_inline_nhdb1xndgt1t3m09q.png\" alt=\"image\" width=\"100%\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>Happy New Year and welcome to back to Already Heard. As you can see we\u2019ve given the site a lick of paint and to kick off the year, we\u2019re bringing you our annual list of bands to watch in the coming year.<\/p>\n<p>In previous years our list has been made up of firmly established acts and up and coming bands. For the 2015 edition we\u2019ve taken a slightly different route with the feature. Whilst there is a sprinkling of familiar names, we\u2019ve decided to put the focus on bands that you may not know much about but we think you soon will!<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless putting together this list of 50 bands has taken the Already Heard team many hours, so much so that we had to exclude many names that didn\u2019t make the list.<\/p>\n<p>We hope you discover something exciting and new from the list. Let us know what you think to our list on <a href=\"https:\/\/facebook.com\/alreadyheard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/alreadyhearduk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>.<!-- more --><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/7d93cd92ab83a069151e6ed7ead3fa27\/tumblr_inline_nhnur1wHkK1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Knuckle Puck<\/b><br \/>\nWithout a doubt pop-punk has been going through a massive resurgence in recent years and 2015 is going to be no different, especially with bands like <b>Knuckle Puck<\/b> coming through. Hailing from Chicago, Illinois, this quintet have been gaining a big following over the past 18 months with tours alongside Senses Fail, Man Overboard, and Modern Baseball on their r\u00e9sum\u00e9. Whilst their latest EP, <i>\u2018While I Stay Secluded\u2019<\/i> is a solid collection of bouncy, honest pop-punk that backs up the hype. They\u2019ve just inked a deal with Rise Records, so expect to hear a lot from <b>Knuckle Puck<\/b> in 2015. You can see them on these shores alongside Neck Deep in January and February before a full-length drops in the summer. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Knuckle Puck<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/KnucklePuckIL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/knucklepuckil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/knucklepuck.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/d6801af55f08695d206a984d99371afe\/tumblr_inline_nhnw8eutCJ1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>As It Is<\/b><br \/>\n2014 was an eventful year for these Brighton pop-punks. Having released their brash second EP, <i>&#8216;This Mind Of Mine\u2019<\/i> in March, they spent the rest of the year playing shows alongside the likes of The Summer Set and Roam before ending it on a high by signing with Fearless Records. 2015 looks to be an even busier year for the quintet. With their debut full-length, shows with the departing Save Your Breath and an appearance on the Vans Warped Tour, you can expect to hear a lot about <b>At Is Is<\/b> over the next 12 months. We\u2019re sure you\u2019ll fall for the bands through and through pop-punk numbers that wear their heart on their sleeve. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>As It Is<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/asitisofficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/asitisofficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/asitisofficial.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/asitisofficial.tumblr.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tumblr<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/4941039b4dbecd4439292d468f82aa2d\/tumblr_inline_nhnuq8pBwH1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Better Off<\/b><br \/>\nAt the back end of 2013, we discovered <b>Better Off<\/b> and their outstanding debut LP, <i>\u2019(I Think) I\u2019m Leaving\u2019<\/i>. Now 12 months on the Nashville quartet are on the cusp of better things. 2014 saw them play shows with New Found Glory, Fireworks and Young Statues as well as appearing on the Vans Warped Tour before joining up with Equal Vision Records. Their recent <i>&#8216;Meth Head\u2019<\/i> 7&#8243; points towards <b>Better Off<\/b> taking a more straightforward approach, yet has the same lyrically crushing sentiment that made us fans first time round. We can\u2019t make to hear what they have in store next. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Better Off<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/bttroff.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/bttroff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/bttroff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/blog.bttroff.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tumblr<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/f7f24e288c234b1ffbfa447a8c360b03\/tumblr_inline_nhnurgoPsQ1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Oceans Ate Alaska<\/b><br \/>\nHaving played shows The Word Alive, Blessthefall and The Color Morale in the past, 2015 is set to be a breakthrough year for Birmingham progressive metalcore act <b>Oceans Ate Alaska<\/b>. Having inked a deal with Fearless Records this past October and a tour supporting Chelsea Grin and Veil Of Maya taking place next month, expect to hear a lot from <b>Oceans Ate Alaska<\/b> in the coming 12 months. Their debut full-length is scheduled to be released early on in the year, and as songs like <i>&#8216;Blood Brothers\u2019<\/i> show, we expect a mix of a plethora of heavy, twisting riffs, pummeling drums and monstrous screams with the occasional bit of ambience thrown in for good measure. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Oceans Ate Alaska<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/oceansatealaska.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/oceansatealaska\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/oceansatealaska\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/9e9c7791b8f871fae798f1d9b283f5b4\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqm3H271qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Hawk Eyes<\/b><br \/>\nIt seems Leeds noise-makers <b>Hawk Eyes<\/b> have been on the cusp of great things for quite some time, and it looks 2015 may just be their breakthrough year. February 9th sees the release of <i>&#8216;Everything Is Fine\u2019<\/i> and delivers an abundance of rip-roaring riffs, breakdowns, twisting melodies and tons of energy. Songs like <i>&#8216;Die Trying\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;Permission\u2019<\/i> are more focused and sees <b>Hawk Eyes<\/b> revitalised. You can also see them on the first of probably many tours next month too. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Hawk Eyes<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hawkeyesmusic.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/HawkEyesMusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/HAWKEYESBAND\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/hawkeyesmusic.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/85344b9c80f5331b096123991c5bcee1\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqethst1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Boston Manor<\/b><br \/>\nSince we first heard <b>Boston Manor<\/b> way back in May of 2013, we\u2019ve watched the Blackpool group go from strength to strength. 2014 saw them release their punchy second EP, <i>&#8216;Driftwood\u2019<\/i> to much acclaim. Their sound is pop-punk at the core yet lyrically they are thoughtful and honest. They\u2019re kicking off 2015 touring with Moose Blood, which we\u2019re sure will be fantastic shows. After that we expect <b>Boston Manor<\/b> to more musical goodness. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Boston Manor<\/strong> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/bostonmanor.bandcamp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/bostonmanoruk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/BSTNMNR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/746d1d37a0b90190d1bd8a55abc1691b\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqf5xEF1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Creeper<\/b><br \/>\nFrom the ashes of Our Time Down Here comes <b>Creeper<\/b>. The Southampton five piece released their self-titled EP last summer and their reputation has been growing ever since. With their fast, melodic punk style that is reminiscent of old AFI and Alkaline Trio, tracks like <i>&#8216;Gloom\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;VCR\u2019<\/i> have become personal favourites. With shows lined up alongside Funeral For A Friend for the new year, we\u2019re excited to hear what <b>Creeper<\/b> have planned for the coming year. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Creeper<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.creepercult.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/creepercult\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/creepercultUK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/creepercult.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/e1e6db6bb55798a3b32d07fa65d34ec8\/tumblr_inline_nhnurkzPwW1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Pvris<\/b><br \/>\nThis Massachusetts trio known as <b>Pvris<\/b> (pronounced Paris) have been making a name for themselves on both sides of the Atlantic. Since releasing their debut full-length, <i>&#8216;White Noise\u2019<\/i> in October to public and critical acclaim, the trio of Lyndsey Gunnulfsen, Alex Babinski and Brian MacDonald have been turning heads for their mix of synth-infused alt-rock. Tracks like <i>&#8216;St. Patrick\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;My House\u2019<\/i> are built on massive, slick hooks that demand repeated plays. They\u2019ll be making their UK debut in the spring when they join Lower Than Atlantis on their headline tour. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Pvris<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pvris.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pvrisbandma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/thisispvris\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/parisofficial.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/thisispvris\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soundcloud<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/1580afa7a99ee43d0ead55c07c890b42\/tumblr_inline_nhnurdQqYI1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>No Devotion<\/b><br \/>\nWhen news of <b>No Devotion<\/b> formation was announced last summer, many were interested to see what the group would produce. With former Thursday vocalist Geoff Rickly teaming up with Lee Gaze, Mike Lewis, Jamie Oliver, Stuart Richardson and Luke Johnson from the defunct Lostprophets, <b>No Devotion<\/b> marks a new beginning for all those involved, one that seemingly has a bright future. Singles such as <i>&#8216;Stay\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;10,000 Summers\u2019<\/i> sees the Welsh-American sextet embrace 80s synth-influenced rock sound with brilliant results. Add a hint Rickly\u2019s bleak lyrics and a distinctive The Cure\/Joy Division influence, and you\u2019re left with a band that has an exciting future ahead of them. Expect to hear a full-length in the coming year, but if you can\u2019t wait you can check them out supporting Gerard Way soon. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>No Devotion<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/nodevotion.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NoDevotion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/nodevotionband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/aab52aa1965b126d4a236a7beb37b3a0\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqhobsm1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Gates<\/b><br \/>\nWe\u2019ve been following New Jersey\u2019s <b>Gates<\/b> for a couple of years now and following the release of their latest full-length, <i>&#8216;Bloom &amp; Breathe\u2019<\/i> this past October, their reputation has continued to grow. <i>&#8216;Bloom &amp; Breathe\u2019<\/i> sees the five piece combined the gorgeous post-rock guitar lines of previous releases with a grand, cathartic emo sound that simply works. Tracks like <i>&#8216;Bloom\u2019<\/i>, <i>&#8216;Not My Blood\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;The Thing That Would Save You\u2019<\/i> are capable of easily taking your breath away. They\u2019re beginning 2015 with a co-headline run alongside Young Statues in the States. We hope to see <b>Gates<\/b> making their UK debut in coming year. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Gates<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gatesnj.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/gatesnj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/gatesmusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/gatesnj.tumblr.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tumblr<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/3a0159719fcbd90f9dba6dd1e74078dd\/tumblr_inline_nhnuql2EPN1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Have Mercy<\/b><br \/>\nLike a few bands on this list, Baltimore, Maryland\u2019s <b>Have Mercy<\/b> have gradually been building momentum for the best part of 18 months. With 2013\u2019s <i>&#8216;The Earth Pushed Back\u2019<\/i> and its 2014 follow-up <i>&#8216;A Place Of Our Own\u2019<\/i> receiving glowing reviews from this very site, its no surprise <b>Have Mercy<\/b> have made it on the list. The latter LP neatly shows the bands growth as songwriters. Songs like <i>&#8216;Spacecrafts\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;Pete Rose and Babe Ruth\u2019<\/i> have an accessible aura whilst <i>&#8216;Two Years\u2019<\/i> have a heartfelt intimacy that leaves you hooked. Although <i>&#8216;A Place Of Our Own\u2019<\/i> has only been out for a matter of months, they\u2019ve already announced their next release; a split EP with Boston\u2019s Somos in late February. After that we\u2019re hoping to see them step foot on these shores. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Have Mercy<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/wearehavemercy.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/HaveMercyMD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/havemercymd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/e52dd711700f22a3e36de39f6bb232f7\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqnO8Zi1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Hindsights<\/b><br \/>\nIf you\u2019ve been reading Already Heard for a couple of years now, then you\u2019ll know we\u2019ve been admirers of Berkshire alt punks <b>Hindsights<\/b> for awhile. 2013\u2019s <i>&#8216;The Thoughts That Weigh Me Down\u2019<\/i> was welcomed with open arms by the AH team, and we\u2019re sure their forthcoming debut LP, <i>&#8216;Cold Walls\/Cloudy Eyes\u2019<\/i> will receive the same treatment. Having heard two cuts from it already, we expect the quartet to be more dynamic with their blend of emotional alt-rock and pop-punk. Thankfully we\u2019ll find out soon enough as <i>&#8216;Cold Walls\/Cloudy Eyes\u2019<\/i> is released on February 23rd, and if you can\u2019t wait until then you can catch them alongside Milk Teeth this month.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hindsights<\/strong> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hindsightsuk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hindsightsuk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/hindsightsuk.tumblr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tumblr<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/7bd7fc847170f42d20890a41d47a6405\/tumblr_inline_necy02P1jK1qztcot.jpg\" alt=\"image\" width=\"150px\" title=\"\"><strong>Bad Ideas<\/strong><br \/>\nHaving released <em>&#8216;The Better Parts Of You\u2019 <\/em>in the latter quarter of 2014, <b>Bad Ideas <\/b>are set to ride the momentum they\u2019ve created and have an even bigger 2015. A full length should soon be in the works and that\u2019s certainly not a bad idea. (MB)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bad Ideas<\/strong> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/badideasband.tumblr.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/badideasmusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.twitter.com\/badideasmusic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/badideas.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/5ba53ac463f34eaf05e9fe2500e25e0d\/tumblr_inline_nhnuribhir1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Omaha<\/b><br \/>\nLeicester\u2019 <b>Omaha<\/b> started out as budding metalcore band but on their new EP, <i>&#8216;Chapters\u2019<\/i> they have found their feet. The six-track release sees the quintet find comfort in their anthemic alt rock skin, one that sees them being compared acts such as You Me At Six and Mallory Knox. Recent single <i>&#8216;Devilish Acts\u2019<\/i> is slick, powerful, honest and leaves you wanting to hear more. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Omaha<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/OmahaOfficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/OmahaOfficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/18b439f7135581a6ac325b97ea444674\/tumblr_inline_ncbe1eXLqW1qheirv.jpg\" alt=\"image\" width=\"150px\" title=\"\"><strong>Brawlers<\/strong><br \/>\n2014 was certainly the biggest party <strong>Brawlers<\/strong> have experienced. An EP and single have all been top quality punk songs for parties and getting wasted to. However, most parties last longer than 20 minutes. A debut album on Alcopop! seems fully justified and would give <strong>Brawlers<\/strong> more excuses to royally F everything up the best they can. Sorry 2015, but <strong>Brawlers<\/strong> have you in their sights. (MB)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Brawlers<\/strong> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/wearebrawlers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/wearebrawlers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/brawlers.bandcamp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/d5c51f645064d7e2025ca81e8713d794\/tumblr_inline_nhnurmxVLD1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Roam<\/b><br \/>\nFollowing in the footsteps of former tour buddies Neck Deep comes Eastbourne pop-punks <b>Roam<\/b>. 2014 saw them build on the success of 2013\u2019s <i>&#8216;Head Down\u2019<\/i> EP with shows alongside Light You Up and As It Is (both who also feature on this list) as well UK pop-punk \u201cveterans\u201d Me vs Hero. In November they inked a deal with <b>Hopeless Records<\/b> (Taking Back Sunday, New Found Glory, The Wonder Years) and it certainly seems like 2015 is going to be a busy year for the quintet. With an EP (<i>&#8216;Viewpoint\u2019<\/i>) set to be released in January and a full-length expected to follow later in the year, we predict <b>Roam<\/b> will be one of many leading the UK pop-punk charge, and even possibly taking it Stateside\u2026 (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Roam<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/roamuk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/ROAMse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/roamuk.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/52b48d2474480b72010288832f6aeafb\/tumblr_inline_ndn6ihHOR01rt8br2.jpg\" alt=\"image\" width=\"150px\" title=\"\"><strong>The Winter Passing<\/strong><br \/>\nWe\u2019ve supported them from the beginning and <b>The Winter Passing<\/b> have honed their sound into their debut album <i>&#8216;A Different State Of Mind\u2019<\/i>. Somehow it\u2019ll be possible to love this band even more in 2015 and when they\u2019re making it onto bigger things we\u2019ll be the first to say <em>\u201cWe told you so\u201d<\/em>. (MB)<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Winter Passing<\/strong> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TheWinterPassing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/WinterPassingYo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/thewinterpassingsongs.tumblr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tumblr<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/thewinterpassingsongs.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/bb5c5114f82e0d2db1eb8961e5bc8a36\/tumblr_inline_nb4b0sGuid1qztcot.jpg\" alt=\"image\" width=\"150px\" title=\"\"><strong>Algernon Doll<\/strong><br \/>\nGrunge is alive and well with <b>Algernon Doll<\/b> flying the flag up in Scotland. The band have been recording their new album with Steve Albini (Nirvana, Pixies) which leads 2015 to see <b>Algernon Doll<\/b> stepping into the limelight. (MB)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Algernon Doll<\/strong> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AlgernonDoll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/algernondoll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/algernondoll.bandcamp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/601dc8d38b685df28e157cfaf77d3f40\/tumblr_inline_nhnxlaK20V1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Calls Landing<\/b><br \/>\n<b>Calls Landing<\/b> have been one of the brightest prospects on the West Yorkshire music scene for ages now. With a string of well-received EPs already under their collective belt, they recently joined forces with longtime ally producer Bob Cooper to complete work on their debut album. Although yet to receive a confirmed release date, the record should see the band\u2019s massively uplifting bonhomie enthused take on emo edged rock win them plenty of plaudits far beyond their Leeds home. (DW)<\/p>\n<p><b>Calls Landing<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CallsLanding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a>Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/callslanding.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/0e0c0c9b5435897b615a58229e4b23f6\/tumblr_inline_nhnxl9x91j1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>The Wilde<\/b><br \/>\nAfter receiving rave reviews for their debut EP <i>&#8216;Young Libertine\u2019<\/i> and completing their first headline tour of the UK tour late last year, Yorkshire\u2019s <b>The Wilde<\/b> are perfectly placed to make themselves one of the breakout British rock acts of 2015. The five piece\u2019s hook-laden super tight brand of Don Broco meets Twin Atlantic radio ready pop-rock is already winning them tonnes of admirers. And with <b>The Wilde<\/b> set to bring their highly rated live show and inescapably huge choruses to even more venues up and down the country in the coming months, theirs is a name you\u2019ll be hearing plenty of in the year ahead. (DW)<\/p>\n<p><b>The Wilde<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thewilde.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/thewildeband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TheWildeBand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/5c07c38762df5009c5a66087c0bdad98\/tumblr_inline_mzhyt97Run1qztcot.jpg\" alt=\"image\" width=\"150px\" title=\"\"><strong>The Colour Line<\/strong><br \/>\nSunny ol\u2019 Hull isn\u2019t so sunny. If anything it\u2019s loud, chaotic\u00a0and chaotic. So chaotic that it needs to be repeated. If you\u2019ve managed to see <strong>The Colour Line<\/strong> this year then you\u2019ll understand. If you\u2019ve not then there will certainly be more chances to witness destruction in 2015 when the band finally release some new music. Have the emergency services on hold. (MB)<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Colour Line<\/strong> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/thecolourline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TheColourLine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/thecolourline.tumblr.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tumblr<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/fb6392c2c818940a35dc52febbebc044\/tumblr_inline_nhdbxsqS101t3m09q.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><strong>ilovecolour<\/strong><br \/>\nIf Justin Vernon was in Manchester Orchestra with Andy Hull and they grew up on punk then <b>ilovecolour<\/b> would probably be the outcome. The band are breaking out of Huddersfield with tiny baby steps, but causing a very mouthy following in their wake. A new EP will shake things up yet again, but trust those mouths to keep on talking. (MB)<\/p>\n<p><strong>ilovecolour<\/strong> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ilovecolour?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ilovecolourband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/94f383ccd82d93f78ec9ac689e6332f9\/tumblr_inline_nfpposKBLm1qztcot.jpg\" alt=\"image\" width=\"150px\" title=\"\"><strong>allusondrugs<\/strong><br \/>\nTheir name has been heard more and more as the year has gone on and a tour with Marmozets and Lonely The Brave will have certainly done them a wealth of good. Expect more relentless touring and hopefully more of their psychedelic grunge for you to get weird to. (MB)<\/p>\n<p><b>allusondrugs<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Allusondrugs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/allusondrugs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/26e22cd9f87a53258da96fbdd52ed7ed\/tumblr_inline_nfx82mbUG31qztcot.jpg\" alt=\"image\" width=\"150px\" title=\"\"><strong>The Gospel Youth<\/strong><br \/>\nBrighton\u2019s latest export combine pop rock with the incredibly infectious and almost R&amp;B vocals of Sam Little. Whilst 2014 saw the demise of Kids In Glass Houses, it also saw the inception of <b>The Gospel Youth<\/b> and quite possibly a rightful heir to pop rock. The end of 2014 was only the beginning, and there\u2019s certainly a long career ahead of them. (MB)<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Gospel Youth<\/strong> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/thegospelyouth.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/thegospelyouth?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/thegospelyouth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/thegospelyouth.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/c9b24c77ec8ae08f3acc4acfe5386a5b\/tumblr_inline_nhnur366Hf1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Lacey<\/b><br \/>\nHaving been quiet for the best part of 2014, Nottingham four piece <b>Lacey<\/b> are lined up for better things in 2015. With work on their debut full-length complete, the quartet promise to deliver a bolder, catchy alt-rock sound. If they deliver songs as infectious as <i>&#8216;Burning Out\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;Let It Go\u2019<\/i>, then we\u2019re sure <b>Lacey<\/b> will fill the void left over from bands such as Kids In Glass Houses. If you can\u2019t wait to hear the album, you can see them playing with People On Vacation in coming months. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Lacey<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/facebook.com\/LaceyOfficialUK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/LaceyOfficialUK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/e3935f78f5df7c2feb2c28069409f41c\/tumblr_inline_nhnur7vksY1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Light You Up<\/b><br \/>\nFor some Birmingham\u2019s <b>Light You Up<\/b> may just be another band in the UK pop-punk charge but delve a little further and you\u2019ll find out they are more than that. To put it simply <b>Light You Up<\/b> have paid their dues and bided their time. Having played shows with A Loss For Words, Set Your Goals, Decade and an array of others, 2015 sees the five piece step things up. Their debut LP, <i>&#8216;All We\u2019ve Ever Known\u2019<\/i> drops on January 26th and promises to be a boisterous collection of some of the finest pop-punk we\u2019ve heard in quite some time. With Sam Pura (The Story So Far, State Champs, Basement) handling production and a UK tour alongside Four Year Strong and Hit The Lights lined up, <b>Light You Up<\/b> have all the ingredients for a fantastic 2015. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Light You Up<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/lightyouupofficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/lightyouupband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/lightyouup.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/1521fa9541ac67733c4a196ea0b3afd8\/tumblr_inline_nhnur892iA1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Maycomb<\/b><br \/>\nThis Wolverhampton rock four piece were quiet for the most part of 2014 before surprising us with a new EP (<i>&#8216;Little Ease\u2019<\/i>) in October. Over the course of three songs, <b>Maycomb<\/b> made us realised how much we missed them; solid harmonies, tight musicianship and strong hooks that demand repeated plays. The EP showcased the bands growth displaying a more organic songwriting and varied musicial style. They\u2019re starting 2015 playing a handful of shows with Bad Ideas and hopefully they can deliver some more musical goodness shortly after. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Maycomb<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/maycomb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/_maycomb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/maycomb.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/1421d988bcab2fba131421101914ea48\/tumblr_inline_nhnurpM1sj1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Sworn to Oath\u2028\u2028<\/b><br \/>\nStoke lads <b>Sworn to Oath<\/b> are one of many good bands that are hanging on the fringes of increased success, trying to make their way through that curtain and made good strides in doing so in 2014. Following the release of their album <i>&#8216;Pillars\u2019<\/i> they have toured throughout the UK in support of the album and rounded out the year with shows supporting Raging Speedhorn. Don\u2019t be fooled by their angry metalcore sound, they are three lovely guys who are looking to be heard (trust us.) Don\u2019t be left behind! (HF)<\/p>\n<p><b>Sworn to Oath<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sworntooath.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sworntooath\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sworntooath\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/9cba1c0b184bc70e953294b85e269a38\/tumblr_inline_nhnurcT3gh1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Napoleon<\/b><br \/>\nSince first coming to our attention two years ago, <b>Napoleon<\/b> have seen a dramatic rise in their fanbase as a result of determined attention to social media and in particular some key support slots in 2014 alongside likes of The Amity Affliction, Architects and Comeback Kid and with appearances at Tech Fest and Days of Fury Festival. <b>Napoleon<\/b> start 2015 with a European and UK tour with Obey the Brave in March as well as Impericon Festival in April. These guys are set to explode next year in their mission to keep the melodic posi passion groove alive! (HF)<\/p>\n<p><b>Napoleon<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/napoleonuk.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Napoleon.Devon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/napoleondevon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/40424be7009ad46bbdb20ccfbaa2e6ed\/tumblr_inline_nhnuq7AhGe1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Beach Slang<\/b><br \/>\n<i>\u201cI\u2019m a slave to always fucking up\u201d<\/i> sings <b>Beach Slang<\/b>\u2019s James Snyder on <i>\u2018Filthy Luck\u2019<\/i>. It\u2019s music for hedonists played by people who should know better \u2013 but by God does it sound inviting. Recalling the reckless excitement of The Replacements or the more contemporary fist-in-the-air and heart-on-sleeve anthems of Japandroids, the Philadelphia three-piece released two of the best EPs of 2014 with <i>\u2018Who Would Ever Want Anything So Broken\u2019<\/i> and <i>\u2018Cheap Thrills on a Dead End Street\u2019<\/i> \u2013 and now they\u2019re set to claim 2015 as their own with a full-length scheduled for release on the ever-excellent Tiny Engines. They\u2019re also confirmed for 2015\u2019s Groezrock, so get in on the buzz early\u2026 (RM)<\/p>\n<p><b>Beach Slang<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/beachslang.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/beachslang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/beachslang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/beachslang.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/6cc2b05ad49f51c6dababa71e9061d7f\/tumblr_inline_nhnuruSqc71qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>The Color And Sound<\/b><br \/>\nLike Beach Slang, <b>The Color And Sound<\/b> are another band that left us eager for more in 2014. This time, just a single EP was released (<i>\u2018Peace of Mind\u2019<\/i> on Black Numbers), but it was a full on riot of fizzing punky pop songs and incredibly catchy indie. Like the twisted indie-pop of The Format or The Red Hot Valentines, <b>The Color And Sound<\/b> throw out contagious three-minute pop songs with wanton abandon. Combine this effervescence with some dark lyrics and some infectious boy\/girl duelling vocals and you\u2019re on to a real winner. (RM)<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Color And Sound<\/strong> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thecolorandsound.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TheColorAndSound\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/teamtcas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.thecolorandsound.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/f129be2346fd8370ba2ff2817d0bed5b\/tumblr_inline_nhnurhknze1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Old Flings<\/b><br \/>\nBursting out of Ashville, North Carolina, <b>Old Flings<\/b> play punk rock in the style of Samiam, Texas Is The Reason and Gameface, mixing up meaty guitars with swathes of melody and hooks aplenty. The trio first hit the scene with the release of their debut, <i>\u2018Spite\u2019<\/i>, in 2012, before contributing to a number of split singles, including one on the Birmingham-based indie Speedowax, meaning some UK fans with their ears to the ground are already ahead of the game. Now, they\u2019re gearing up for a big 2015 after teaming up with Animal Style Records for the release of their second album, which promises to break the group into the wider scene. (RM)<\/p>\n<p><b>Old Flings<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/oldflings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/oldflings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/oldflings.tumblr.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tumblr<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/oldflings.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/f5ccd106092de1f1efd31507233da1c5\/tumblr_inline_nhnuradbM51qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Milk Teeth<\/b><br \/>\nAlthough <b>Milk Teeth<\/b> have only been a band for about 18 months, they\u2019ve already made quite a name for themselves. Having opened for emo\/grunge heroes Balance and Composure, they were then handpicked by alt-shoegaze revivalists Nothing to support on their UK tour. To say they complimented both bills is a massive understatement. Powerful but fuzzed out, the West Country crew recall everything from Sonic Youth to Nirvana to My Bloody Valentine \u2013 yet combine it off with youthful exuberance and verve. The <i>\u2018Sad Sack\u2019<\/i> EP, which will hit your ears in January, should set them up for an even bigger 2015\u2026 (RM)<\/p>\n<p><b>Milk Teeth<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/milkteethpunx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MILKTEETHPUNX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/milkteethpunx.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/8e99bf8408d39b607d4a496a4c7f1984\/tumblr_inline_nhnuq9vj3G1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Bloody Knees<\/b><br \/>\nThere\u2019s something in the water over in Cambridge at the moment. And, after Lonely the Brave stole our hearts in 2014, <b>Bloody Knees<\/b> look all set to rummage through our desecrated corpses in 2015. Musically a world away from their Cambridge brethren, <b>Bloody Knees<\/b> play dark fuzzy indie pop that takes its cues from the Misfits but which never veers too close to parody or schlock. Instead, <b>Bloody Knees<\/b> serve up a rip-roaring take on punk which recalls the punkier moments of the Titus Andronicus back catalogue, yet remains unmistakably British. (RM)<\/p>\n<p><b>Bloody Knees<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/bloodyknees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/BloodyKnees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.soundcloud.com\/bloodyknees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soundcloud<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/bloodykneesbloodyknees.tumblr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tumblr<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/e603d779dd99c7fdf321447a46ca33db\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqgP1jm1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Forrest.<\/b><br \/>\nIt\u2019s been far too long since we heard from these South Wales emo rockers but <a href=\"https:\/\/alreadyheard.com\/staging\/post\/106525347311\/exclusive-stream-forrest-close-to-me\">as you may have seen<\/a>, the quartet are back in action after two years away. Having teased us with <i>&#8216;Close To Me\u2019<\/i> a few weeks ago, <b>Forrest.<\/b> are set to release their debut full-length in early 2015. Expect eight songs of powerful emo alt-rock along the lines of Balance &amp; Composure. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Forrest.<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Forrestsouthwales\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Forrestwales\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/forrestsw.bandcamp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/cc5e8343d729e8a0cd8f6c15d12c436f\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqiqqzC1qztcot.png\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Get Inuit<\/b><br \/>\nHailing from Kent, <b>Get Inuit<\/b> are an indie pop\/rock quartet that has been compared to the likes of Vampire Weekend. However as their recent single (<i>&#8216;Dress of Bubblewrap\u2019<\/i>) shows, <b>Get Inuit<\/b> take a more summery \u201csurf-pop\u201d route with plenty of jangly guitars and distinctive bouncy hooks. 2014 saw them share the stage with Slaves, PUP, and DZ Deathrays before joining the beloved Alcopop! Records. With their full-length tentatively scheduled for a summer release, they\u2019ll be giving us a preview of what to expect when they release the <i>&#8216;001\u2019<\/i> EP on February 23rd. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Get Inuit<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GetInuit?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/getinuit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/442a114fccca8ec0924a31891a6b9fbc\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqbcTXJ1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Bluebird<\/b><br \/>\nWith their sound moulded as a mix between delicate emo and intricate math rock, Nottingham\u2019s <b>Bluebird<\/b> have quietly be gathering momentum over the past 18 months. Tracks like <i>&#8216;Prey\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;Predator\u2019<\/i> prove to be jangly and are carried by their upbeat momentum yet have a \u201cemo revivalist\u201d tone that is easily likeable. 2015 will see the quartet releasing a new EP, play more shows throughout the UK and possibly venturing into Europe.(SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Bluebird<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/bluebirdband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/bluebirdnotts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/bluebirdnotts.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/10978dbb210ef4229f524f36a5fc2e09\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqcWEek1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Bohica<\/b><br \/>\nCheshire four piece <b>Bohica<\/b> combine elements of punk, emo, grunge and post-hardcore with a hint of shoegaze. In other words <b>Bohica<\/b> have a lot going for them. Last October saw the release of their <i>&#8216;Wait Here\u2019<\/i> EP and sees the quartet fit nicely under the label of \u201cfor fans of Title Fight and Basement.\u201d Songs like <i>&#8216;Bitter\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;It\u2019s All You\u2019<\/i> have a raw, DIY edge that is well-combined with downbeat melodies. They\u2019re currently working on their second EP. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Bohica<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/bohicacheshire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/bohicacheshire.tumblr.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tumblr<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/bohica.bandcamp.com\/album\/wait-here\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/abe7cbdab0d6f0db0ffa9eaf36fa1f63\/tumblr_inline_nhnwdgQpyb1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Atlas Losing Grip<\/b><br \/>\nWith tons of twin guitar riffs, a tight rhythm section and soaring vocals, Sweden\u2019s <b>Atlas Losing Grip<\/b> have a lot to offer. Their third full-length <i>&#8216;Currents\u2019<\/i> is set to be released later this month and it once again sees the quintet neatly merge punk rock with heavy metal. <i>&#8216;Currents\u2019<\/i> marks the bands first release with new vocalist Niklas Olsson yet the bands passion and energy is still firmly in place. Songs like <i>&#8216;Cynosure\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;Nemesis\u2019<\/i> are bold with a thriving tempo whilst <i>&#8216;Cold Dirt\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;Closure\u2019<\/i> sees the band taking a stripped down, cathartic approach but keeps the momentous tone consistent. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Atlas Losing Grip<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.atlaslosinggrip.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/atlaslosinggrip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/atlaslosinggrip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/238dd8f3087026029076d1358fe06ea2\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqv4DVn1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>I, The Lion<\/b><br \/>\nThis Cheltenham post-punk trio formed back in 2011 but with their a new EP, <i>&#8216;Run\u2019<\/i> set to see the light of day in February, we think <b>I, The Lion<\/b> are about to solidify themselves within the British post-punk scene. With comparisons to Biffy Clyro, Reuben, and Fightstar, <i>&#8216;Run\u2019<\/i>\u2019 proves to be a punchy, raw effort with soaring choruses and twisting guitars. The three piece are made up of a videographer, a tattoo artist and a cage fighter, so expect a creative, energetic and passionate output in the coming months. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>I, The Lion<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ithelion.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Website<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ithelionuk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ithelion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/ithelion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soundcloud<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/7e55aaa837db8a6415bd67baa33dff2e\/tumblr_inline_nhnurx8v3q1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Weatherstate<\/b><br \/>\nBristol-based quartet <b>Weatherstate<\/b> describe their sound as <i>\u201cGreen Day\u2019s &#8216;Longview\u2019 having a grungy love child with Reuben\u2019s Jamie Lenman with infectious pop punk melodies.\u201d<\/i> In other words, they produce a very likeable brand of punk rock that is refreshing and instantly makes you feel good. Don\u2019t believe us? Well then just check out their recent <i>&#8216;Dead Ends\u2019<\/i> EP. Tracks like <i>&#8216;The World Has Got It In For You\u2019<\/i> are upbeat yet have an introspective, angsty lyrical edge. Although their is plenty of life left in <i>&#8216;Dead Ends\u2019<\/i>, we may also hear a follow up in 2015. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Weatherstate<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/weatherstate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/weatherstate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/weatherstate.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/232fe9e04a9d4e32b3e1248212fc01b8\/tumblr_inline_nhnur0kXyC1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Jaded<\/b><br \/>\nBirmingham four-piece <b>Jaded<\/b> formed in late 2013 and spent their first year as a band playing shows alongside Seahaven, Nai Harvest, Dowsing, and The Winter Passing. Their self-titled EP was released last month, and over the course of four songs <b>Jaded<\/b> showcased their knack for producing admirable grunge-infused melancholic emo-punk. Songs like <i>&#8216;Cold\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;Fickle Friend\u2019<\/i> have a Title Fight-like hum with twisting guitars and an overall tight-knit song structure. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Jaded<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/jadedtheband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ukjaded\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/jadeduk.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/707d0cb3df1043cb7fa168a9be0c5e8f\/tumblr_inline_nhnuqk8xgz1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Going Away Party<\/b><br \/>\nWe first came in contact with Slough emo three-piece <b>Southpaw<\/b> in July when we featured the band as part of our \u201cRecommends\u201d series. The trio have now adopted the name <b>Going Away Party<\/b> (apparently theres plenty of other bands and DJs called Southpaw.) Nevertheless they thankfully still sound the same with 90s emo being a\u00a0distinctive influence. Last years <i>&#8216;Better Days\u2019<\/i> was an emotional and musically raw release that bought comparisons to bands like The Get Up Kids. A debut full-length is expected to see the light of day in 2015. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Going Away Party<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/goingawaypartay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/goingawayparty.bandcamp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/738928f57429d2b7a9a1db8522ccdad6\/tumblr_inline_nhnuroTnLf1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Southlakes<\/b><br \/>\nWe\u2019re suckers for twinkling emo and when we heard Norwich trio <b>Southlakes<\/b> we knew they deserved a mentioned on this list. Past releases are reminiscent of American Football and Empire! Empire! (I Was a Lonely Estate) but with a more raw and British edge. The three piece are planning on writing a new record in 2015. We predict a set of tighter songs that will back the bands early potential. Certainly ones to watch. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Southlakes<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/southlakesuk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/southlakesuk.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/4f9eec51dd771a0b22c330298a9408ac\/tumblr_inline_nhnwk1Jy711qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Milestones<\/b><br \/>\nHaving only been together for only a short time there isn\u2019t much to say about <b>Milestones<\/b>. However having listened to debut single, <i>&#8216;More To Me\u2019<\/i> on repeat we expect you\u2019ll be hearing more from the North West alt pop-punks in 2015. The aforementioned track is a thriving slab of pop-punk with an alternative rock edge; pummelling, fast-paced verses with a very insatiable chorus. It\u2019s early days but the future is bright for <b>Milestones<\/b>. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Milestones<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MilestonesUK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/UKMilestones\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.milestonesuk.bandcamp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/b8a689367e71189d74edfe7a8623dd08\/tumblr_inline_nhnurteoGN1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>The Blue Period<\/b><br \/>\nEmerging from Nottingham\u2019s burgeoning DIY scene comes <b>The Blue Period<\/b>. With their downbeat melodies and lo-fi approach, the indie emo quartet\u2019s latest EP (<i>&#8216;And Suddenly The Days Draw Long Like Light &#8211; Years\u2019<\/i>) had a tendency to easily charm us. Songs like <i>&#8216;Words Of All Kinds\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;300 Hz\u2019<\/i> prove to be sweet and cathartic. Whilst we don\u2019t know much about the bands plans for 2015, we expect to appear at your local DIY venue sooner rather than later. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>The Blue Period<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/blueperiodband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/theblueperiod.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/f5f744b83fd397215d7ac48601786895\/tumblr_inline_nhnurwSbTr1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Water Canvas<\/b><br \/>\nBrighton based quartet <b>Water Canvas<\/b> formed last February and quickly got to work on their debut EP. The final result was <i>&#8216;At Least\u2019<\/i>, four songs of finely tuned emo punk with nostalgic melodies. Their sound produces a well-balanced mix of old and new comparisons; Basement, Tigers Jaw, The Promise Ring and Mineral. <i>&#8216;At Least\u2019<\/i> showed plenty of potential, lets hope its follow-up backs up their promising beginnings. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Water Canvas<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/watercanvas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/watercanvas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/watercanvas.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/391808af0952338cfb1dce5f779e982e\/tumblr_inline_nhnurj65GG1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Pretend Happy<\/b><br \/>\nDevon trio <b>Pretend Happy<\/b> first came to attention last June with the release of their <i>&#8216;MMXIII\u2019<\/i> EP, a collection of old songs that were firmly rooted in 90s alt rock. They followed it up in November with <i>&#8216;Mood Swings\u2019<\/i>, four songs that showcased the bands development incorporating elements of grunge, emo and punk along the way. We have high hopes for <b>Pretend Happy<\/b> and we\u2019re eager to hear their next release. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Pretend Happy<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pretendhappyband\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/pretendhappyuk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/pretendhappy.bandcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/f4b5f7c1dc41d4cf6ad7e91e41d8c5bf\/tumblr_inline_nhnurnHJGz1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Secret Stuff<\/b><br \/>\nWhatever you may think of the \u201cemo revival\u201d you have to agree it has developed some brilliant bands, and we think Nashville\u2019s <b>Secret Stuff<\/b> will be a name you\u2019ll be hearing more of in 2015. Last March\u2019s <i>&#8216;Learning Not To Care\u2019<\/i> EP had its roots in the Midwest emo sound however the band have stated its follow up will be different. Having premiered a new song called <i>&#8216;I Lost My Dinosaur\u2019<\/i> just before Christmas, the trio seem to be taken a more indie rock route that keeps the introspective lyrics intact. (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Secret Stuff<\/b> links: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/secretstuffemo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"https:\/\/secretstuffemo.bandcamp.com\/track\/i-lost-my-dinosaur\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bandcamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/78.media.tumblr.com\/088da35b522bad9d492a252c8becf2ca\/tumblr_inline_nhnurvvRzM1qztcot.jpg\" width=\"150px\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><b>Toundra<\/b><br \/>\n2015 marks the return of Spanish instrumental quartet <b>Toundra<\/b>. With their fourth album set to be released later this month, their first in three years, <i>&#8216;IV\u2019<\/i> sees <b>Toundra<\/b> build on past releases which saw them embrace a powerful post-rock sound with luxurious soundscapes. <i>&#8216;IV\u2019<\/i> sees <b>Toundra<\/b> at their most compelling as tracks like <i>&#8216;Qarqom\u2019<\/i> and <i>&#8216;Kitsune\u2019<\/i> ebb and flow taking you on a musical journey along the way. Also interestingly enough <i>&#8216;IV\u2019<\/i> is a concept album of a story of two foxes that need to escape from the forest because of a huge fire. Interesting\u2026 (SR)<\/p>\n<p><b>Toundra<\/b> links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/toundra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>|<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/toundra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Words by Sean Reid (<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/seanreid86\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SR)<\/a>, Mikey Brown (<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/MikeyMiracle%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MB<\/a>), Rob Mair (<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/BobNightMair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RM<\/a>), Heather Fitsell (HF) and Dane Wright (<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/MrDaneWright\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DW<\/a>)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Happy New Year and welcome to back to Already Heard. As you can see we\u2019ve given the site a lick of paint and to kick off the year, we\u2019re bringing you our annual list of bands to watch in the coming year. 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