Mark Hamilton turned to his first love of making music to manage his mental health when he discovered that he certainly wasn't alone in being affected by the pandemic.
Discover This: CHIOPS
German band CHIOPS have honed a catchy punk-fused pop-rock sound that they describe to us as "alternativ poprock."
Introducing: Sweet Crisis
Cambridge six-piece Sweet Crisis have honed a delicious mixture of blues and rock'n'roll inspired by classic rock records they 'borrowed' from their dads.
Discover This: Hey Bulldog
Turn it up loud and embrace the sound of garage rock for the sound of Manchester's Hey Bulldog.
Introducing: Revolvers
London rockers Revolvers bring us an intriguing modern indie rock sound that offers undertones of the 60s and 70s, which they describe as "loud, heartfelt and glorious."
Introducing: Tiger Mimic
Today is an exciting day as, in two years of running GigRadar, I had yet to interview any band that included someone with the surname as me. But now the wait is over, thanks to London via New York City indie rockers Tiger Mimic. Drummer George Latham completes the quartet alongside Jess Rhodes (vocals and... Continue Reading →
New Band of the Week: BERRIES
The first thing I noticed about London-based trio BERRIES was the distinctive voice of lead vocalist Holly, who sounds more than similar to Jack Off Jill frontwoman Jessicka Addams. Not content with that alone, the band have honed an engaging, punchy rock sound that's filled with delicious melodies and naughty fuzzy riffs, which they describe... Continue Reading →
Introducing: Fire On The Roof
Cardiff rockers Fire On The Roof are quickly creating sparks across the UK rock scene having only formed as a band earlier this year - after meeting through social media. The band's members are an intriguing combination, with Somerset-hailing Luke Prior fronting things up flanked by crazed Lithuanian axe wielder Artūras (Guitarthur) Eidukas and "Gypsy... Continue Reading →
Introducing: Daniel Moir
This morning we're bringing you something a little lighter and relaxing, but all the same hugely enjoyable to ease you into the new week. Canadian singer-songwriter Daniel Moir has a delightful brand of laid-back folky rock that I first encountered when I lived in Vancouver some eight years ago. Back then I reviewed his debut EP, The... Continue Reading →