Dutch post-punk masters The Captain are preparing to tour the UK and Netherlands in November and December. Makeit-loud.com caught up with guitarist Jasper Does to see how the band plan to fly high this winter. MI-L: First of all, how did you meet your fellow band members? JD: We all went to the sameContinue reading “The Captain announce their first UK headline tour”
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Will Travis – Shining Star
Will Travis hits all the right notes with his debut single Shining Star. Melbourne, Australia has produced many fine bands, but not quite as many solo artists (ok there was Kylie). Well that might all be about to change as Will Travis steps into the spotlight. Shining Star is an upbeat, up-tempo acoustic guitar basedContinue reading “Will Travis – Shining Star”
Little Quirks – Moving On
Little Quirks are getting ready to drop new single Moving On, and makeit-loud.com got an early listen. Australian sisters Abbey and Mia Toole have been wowing audiences across the globe with their dynamic and energetic live performances. Moving On captures that live feel, whilst also showcasing some outstanding studio production. Moving On is full ofContinue reading “Little Quirks – Moving On”
Mollie Coddled: The Kween of Bedroom Pop
Question: What have Charles Bukowski, Simone de Beauvoir and Mollie Coddled got in common? Answer: All three are unflinchingly honest wordsmiths, with the ability to change the way you feel in an instant. Bukowski and de Beauvoir relied on a typewriter, whereas Mollie Coddled has a Fender Jaguar. Her sumptuous vocals and beautiful melodies giveContinue reading “Mollie Coddled: The Kween of Bedroom Pop”
The Lookout Service – I Loved You A Long Time Ago
The Lookout Service get groovy and sentimental on their new single I Loved You A Long Time Ago. Toronto based duo The Lookout Service have a reputation for producing radio friendly rock that has both power and poise. I Loved You A Long Time Ago is a masterclass in rock grooves and oozes sophistication. That’sContinue reading “The Lookout Service – I Loved You A Long Time Ago”
Mr. Dinkles – R.I.P.T.
There are Primary elections taking place in California, including one for the Mayor of LA. Unfortunately, Mac Rettig isn’t on the ballot paper. That’s a shame, because she speaks more sense than all the other candidates put together. She can even do it in song. That’s extra clever. Mac Rettig is the mastermind behind Mr.Continue reading “Mr. Dinkles – R.I.P.T.”
Discography: Martha Phillips
More than a decade after launching The Elephant Trees, Martha Phillips remains one of the most beguiling artists in the North of England. Here, Makeit-loud.com takes a look back at her career to date. In 2015 a group of school friends formed a band called The Elephant Trees. The Leeds based trio consisted ofContinue reading “Discography: Martha Phillips”
Sick-Days – Worn Out
Kurt Cobain famously wore a t-shirt saying ‘Grunge is dead’. Well, I’m pleased to report that Grunge is alive and well and living in Brighton, England. Sick-Days are a three-piece post-grunge band, who blend Grunge with Shoegaze to create a powerful, urgent and vital sound. Sick-Days latest EP Worn Out has four beautifully crafted tracksContinue reading “Sick-Days – Worn Out”
Twin Skeletons – Useless
Twin Skeletons return later this month with new single Useless. The track is scheduled for release on 27th March, and will have an accompanying video. Useless is another high energy, frenzied affair. Phoebe Millard’s vocals are not easily tamed, and on Useless they are also etched in pain. The song deals with feelings of self-worth,Continue reading “Twin Skeletons – Useless”
Mr. Dinkles – Eat Chips and Talk Shit
Mr. Dinkles get 2026 off to a great start with their latest single Eat Chips and Talk Shit. The track has wonderfully heavy, slow strumming, sludgy guitars that create a sexy-as-fuck sound. Mac Rettig delivers her lines in a deadpan, almost nonchalant, way. It’s a style that is quickly becoming her trademark – check outContinue reading “Mr. Dinkles – Eat Chips and Talk Shit”
