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  Brighton rock trio BELA FOOL have released their new single and video, Up To Me, out now, followed by their debut EP, Fool Me Once, on Friday 2nd October. The releases introduce BELA FOOL’s world of sharp contrasts, loud guitars, and human contradictions, taking an honest, reflective look at personal relationships, obsession, and the patterns we fall into. Blending vivid narrative songwriting with engaging melodies, the record pairs thoughtful storytelling with memorable hooks, exploring real-world events and everyday emotional friction with nuance and heart. We spoke exclusively with the band, and they offered up this track-by-track run-through of the debut EP: 'Up To Me': "Captures the emotional exhaustion of a relationship built on constant complaint and zero change. Through endless conversations that lead nowhere, it reflects the frustration of knowing nothing will improve when accountability is constantly shifted elsewhere." 'The Ballad of Billy Jesus...

  Brighton-based duo WREX have released their new single and music video for 'Take a Walk'. The nu-metal inspired opening track is the third to be taken from the band's upcoming EP, This Hell Goes a Long Way Down, due 16th August. This Hell Goes a Long Way Down was engineered and produced by guitarist George Donogue, with other credits that include Cassyette, Harpy, River Becomes Ocean, and Orchards. Watch the music video for 'Take a Walk' here  or below: Stream 'Take a Walk' here . Pre-save This Hell Goes a Long Way Down here . On the new single, duel vocalists George and Mae comment: "'Take a Walk' is like going out and getting fucked up, and leaving a voicemail to yourself about all the things you hate about yourself. There is an angel and a devil at play in the lyrics; one voice is the embodiment of all those negative characteristics, and the other is at war with it to save you from becoming that person, and from digging your own grave....

  High flying Brit rock ‘n’ rollers, THE RATTLEBACKS, have now revealed their explosive new single and video, 'Over The Edge': Hailing from Brighton, England and formed in 2021, THE RATTLEBACKS are a true force of nature. Armed with a colossal rhythm section comprised of Seth Markes (drums) and Jack ‘The Hell’ Hollamby, as well as potent riff slingers Coxy (Rhythm Guitar) and Max (lead guitar), and vocalist Josh Clarke, who has the power and range to deliver on every level, THE RATTLEBACKS have the conviction, ingenuity, and talent to take hard rock music to the next generation. With an impressive encyclopedia of influences, the diligent five-piece nod to grunge and hard rock but with a fresh and modern take. THE RATTLEBACKS are not a band recycling old ideas and worn-out messages; this band are the real deal and are destined to walk their own unique path. Last year, the fiery quintet unleashed their debut EP, Kink, which instantly planted the band on the map. Critical acclai...

  Brighton-based three-piece garage punk band Honeybadger, release their latest single. ‘Wakka’ on 27th September 2023. The high energy trio are back with a brand new single which entails heavy guitar riffs, snappy solos and Eddy’s gritty grungy vocal. Formed in 2014 by brothers Joe and Eddy and friend Luca, the garage punkers regularly gig in and around Brighton and have an upcoming show in The Water Rats, London on 13th October. Influenced by the likes of Drenge, Them Crooked Vultures, Pretty Vicious and The White Stripes, the young band class their music as rock music with heavy punk and grunge influence. The “spiky three piece gutter psychedelia band” have performed at a number of live venues over the UK including features on BBC Introducing, BBC Live Lounge and Wyatt Wendel's 'The New Rock Show' on Planet Rock. Their previous single ‘Cold Wind’ featured on Nels Hylton’s ‘Future Alternative’ Show on BBC Radio One. Lead vocalist Eddy states ‘although I can see and unders...

  Brighton, UK punk rock powerhouse HARKER have released a new single titled “Wasting Time.” Stream on DSPs https://ffm.to/9y67avw Stream on Youtube https://youtu.be/YQS83o4OEW8 "'Wasting Time' is about the breakdown of communication in modern life - it's easy to misunderstand and mislead when you only talk through a digital screen. Talk to your loved ones in person, debate face to face, and know when to set your boundaries if it's not working. 'Wasting Time' is a back to basics, 4 chord postpunk pop ruckus track - heavy hooks and fuzzed out guitar walls, just how we like it." Tour Dates: 23-25th June - Hamburg, Booze Cruise 30th June - Brighton, Prince Albert 8th July - Bolton, Right To Roam Festival 15th July - Portsmouth, Guildhall 28th October - York, One For The Road Festival BAND WEBSTORE: http://hrkr.co.uk/shop Harker online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HRKRUK/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HRKRUK Web: http://www.hrkr.co.uk/ Follow Wiret...

  This December, Brighton five-piece indie-punk rockers, Creature Creature shall be headlining The Hope & Ruin for the first time and have secured Billy Lunn of The Subways to open the night with a solo, acoustic performance. The show follows a recent run of dates to promote their debut album, ‘Two Finger Tantrum’, including supporting Terrorvision at their sell out show in Blackpool and Ferocious Dog at the iconic Waterfront in Norwich. Creature Creature hit the recording studio with Billy Lunn in July 2022 to record a brand new, four track EP to follow their debut album, ‘Two Finger Tantrum’. “We poured our heart and soul into our debut album” says frontman, Scully “But being released in the height of the pandemic, along with a terrible PR agent choice, saw it drift under the radar.” "We’re very excited to release these new tracks with Billy. He’s been dedicated and passionate about what we do, and we really think we’ve made something special with this EP. It’s given us a ...

Brighton Punk rock duo SONS comprised of brothers Lee and Nick Meldrum only formed in 2016 but they are definitely ones to watch as they have quickly gained attention from fans and critics alike and their latest massive single 'Rise' is no exception. This politically charged single is hard hitting with fierce vocals, heavy riffs and a lot of attitude, making this a must hear rock anthem. 'Rise' is the bands fourth single which was released on the 1st December via Till Deaf Do Us Party Records and is available on iTunes and all digital platforms. Check out the video for 'Rise' below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=froNxjYexwM http://www.facebook.com/sonsbanduk http://twitter.com/sonsbanduk http://soundcloud.com/sonsbanduk http://www.youtube.com/c/SONSbanduk http://www.instagram.com/sonsbanduk

SONS Confirmed To Play the 'Jack Rocks' This Feeling Stage at Reading Festival 2017 & new single ‘Zealot’ is out on 25th August Fusing face melting noise and relentless attitude, with influences spanning from Slaves, Blood Red Shoes and No Age to Death From Above 1979 and Lighting Bolt, the Brighton duo take the timeless but sometimes limited power duo dynamic and throw away the rulebook, adding an amount of sheer velocity, energy and volume to an already towering sound. Following on highly-praised singles; the Radio X and Virgin Radio playlisted ‘Reptiles’ and ‘A Love Song?’, anticipation has been steadily building for their upcoming EP due for release in Autumn. Fresh from playing this year’s Great Escape Festival and Camden Rocks, the duo has seen growing support across key radio shows including Radio X’s John Kennedy, BBC Radio 1’s Huw Stephens and Phil Taggart, Kerrang Radio and BBC 6 Music’s Tom Robinson culminating with a live session on John Kennedy’s X-Po...

Brighton Two-piece Unveil New Video For 'Zealot', Out August 25th Via DIY Label Till Deaf Do Us Party Brighton duo SONS unveil the video for their new single ‘Zealot’, dropping on 25th August via DIY label Till Deaf Do Us Party and the single was released on Spotify on the 14th July. Huw Stephens just played the single on his BBC Radio 1 show and Alex Baker name them 'Band Of The Week' on his Kerrang! show. Watch the new video for 'Zealot': https://youtu.be/70gJdFE7FZI​ The Brighton duo has been supported from the likes of John Kennedy, BBC Radio 1’s Huw Stephens and Phil Taggart, Kerrang! Radio and BBC 6 Music’s Tom Robinson culminating with a live session on John Kennedy’s X-Posure. Fusing face melting noise and relentless attitude, with influences spanning from Slaves, Blood Red Shoes and No Age to Death From Above 1979 and Lighting Bolt, the Brighton duo take the timeless but sometimes limited power duo dynamic and throw away the rule boo...