Dog Is Dead - Teenage Daughter

CHURCHES - The Mother We Share

Little Comets - A Little Opus

Click on the song names to preview the whole album which will be released on the 15th October!

Admiral Fallow - Guest Of The Government

Little Comets - Bridge Burn

People, Places, Maps - Plans

Bloc Party - V.A.L.I.S.

Mumford & Sons - I Will Wait

The White Panda - Mo Free Mo Fallin'

The Drums - Days

Josh Osho - Redemption Days ft. Ghostface Killah

The Temper Trap - Need Your Love (RAC Mix)

Ben Howard - Call Me Maybe (Cover)

Stephen Anderson - Shiyambonga

Deaf Havana - Little White Lies

LA Shark - Magazine Cover

The Shaws - What We've Been Waiting For

We Have Band - Tired Of Running

The Temper Trap - Rabbit Hole

Jack Penate - No One Lied

Citizens! - True Romance

Man Without Country - Puppets

Zulu Winter - We Should Be Swimming

Kanye West vs. The XX - Touch The Sky (Carlos Serrano Mix)

Kid Cudi - Pursuit of Happiness (Steve Aoki Remix)

PROJECT X!

AWOLNATION - Not Your Fault

The Maccabees - Grew Up At Midnight

Apologies have to be given for the lack of recent posts. However, I hope this song will make up for it. Last night I had the pleasure of seeing the wonderful band that is The Maccabees, live in Edinburgh. Their live performance is most definitely as mesmerising as their latest album "Given To The Wild". The show ended with this incredible song which has been one of my favourites since first hearing the album, and quite literally sent shivers down my spine, leaving me wanting more. What a song, what an album and what a show. Thoroughly recommended to all.

Benjamin Francis Leftwich - Titanium (BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge)

Ben Leftwich's album: "Last Smoke Before The Snowstorm" is as brilliant and engaging as his live performance. His voice is continuously flawless without any effects which is ever scarce in the music industry today. It is a rarity to find a cover that completely changes your view of a song, but this cover is one of the best I've heard in a long time and brings an unpredictable and original take on a popular chart hit. Give it a listen and go and see him live. You won't regret it.

Trapped in Kansas - Stick to the Roads

Another Scottish band today, or more specifically: Glaswegian. Trapped in Kansas' EP: How To Go is all that a modern EP should be; Intriguing from the first song and filled with a variety of possible single releases. Stick to the Roads is one of the tracks on this record and gives a taster as to what these guys are all about. Also check out "I Was Born".

Tune-Yards - Bizness

Despite the album "W H O K I L L" being a little too obscure for my taste I stuck with Tune-Yards because their/his/Merrill Garbus' song "My Country" offered a solid introduction to the unusual sound heard throughout. It was only through a second visit to the album that I discovered "Bizness" which I now consider the stand out track of the album. The video is pretty cool too...

King Charles - LoveBlood

King Charles burst onto the music scene back when "Love Lust" was released a couple of years ago. His new release: "LoveBlood", has rightfully gained him the attention he deserves and can be heard on current radio too. Hopefully this talented musician will gain further recognition when he releases a wider array of tracks as we are currently limited to just a handful of his tunes. Check out "LoveBlood" and experience its catchiness.

The Shaws - Broke, By The Break

Yet another great song by the lads from Wales. Talk of an up and coming album has got me very excited and if this track is anything to go by, it will be one for the collection. Other new songs are being uploaded daily through front-man James Silito's YouTube account Here. Check it out!

Fun - We Are Young feat. Janelle Monáe

I'm still to decide whether this song is incredibly annoying or genuinely good. Either way, it's catchy and has gained the band a name after it being featured on an episode of "glee". The more I write the more unsure I am about whether it is a good idea to post this. However, you can make your on mind up. Here it is.

Blank Canvas - By The Fire

This song is just incredible. Blank canvas are yet another Edinburgh-based band to be featured on this site and really are one of the best there is. Their 2010 EP gained them a lot of attention and support and they're simply moving onto bigger and better things. What's more, you can name your price for this double single on their bandcamp page here!

AWOLNATION - Sail

Today has unfortunately been dedicated to essay work. The point is, this song is brilliant for having on to help inspire you through the boredom. These American guys have made some extremely decent music in their time, and although they've only been at it for a while they already have a wide array of tunes to satisfy their fans. Give this a listen...

The Shaws - L.A

The Shaws have been one of my favourite small bands for a while now. My following of the band began when I heard their song: "The Way You Feel" for the first time which got me hooked me on the very first listen. Therefore, it was to my great pleasure to find out about their new stuff. This song shows a slightly different sound to their self-titled first EP, however, I am very excited to hear the complete new collection from these Welsh boys when it is released. Have a listen...

The Concept - D-D-Dance

It's Friday! That calls for a dancing song and this does just the job. The Concept are a 4-piece Swedish band from Stockholm with a great upbeat feel to their music. The band have a series of live dates coming up but unfortunately aren't planning on venturing out of their home nation. Hopefully we'll see the band touring other countries soon though. Give this one a listen..

No Need For Idols - Truth

Today it's all about No Need For Idols. The band; based in Glasgow, have been making an impression on the city streets with a series of live dates and have recently released their self-titled debut EP. Throughout the record, the strong melodies and riffs are supported by the piercing vocals which are especially strong in "For All I've Done". Anyway, here is one of the tracks which can be purchased on iTunes or Amazon if you wish to support the band.

Cloud Nothings - Stay Useless

Today we have one of the best features in a while in my opinion. Cloud Nothings' new album "Attack on Memory" has some absolute tunes on it and this is one of them. The only real bad thing about this song is when it ends after 3 minutes. There is definitely a bit of The Strokes inspiration going on somewhere, especially in the guitar riffs. This is the sort of song that hooks you on the first play and I will be surprised if I don't here more about the success of the band in the near future. A free download of this track is also available HERE, which is almost to good to be true..

Fossil Collective - On and On

Today's tune comes from Fossil Collective - a two-piece band from Leeds. These guys have recently been compared to the likes of Bon Iver and list their inspirations as such acts as Simon and Garfunkel. With this song as only one of a whole host of catchy tracks on the EP, the band are set for big things. To listen to other songs by the band, head to their Facebook Profile.

Electric Guest - This Head I Hold

Today's song is a little bit different to the usual with this new track "This Head I Hold" by Electric Guest. The band are duo Asa Taccone & Matthew Compton from Los Angeles. The album will be released on April 24th and will be titled "Mondo". The vocals on this track are what makes it so catchy and give a hint of Plan B-style music which promises to appeal to many music listeners.

Django Django - Default

Whilst this song might not be everyone's cup of tea, it must be acknowledged as a great piece of music. The band, originally from London, have recently released their self-titled first album which has gained a lot of media attention. There are a number of stand out tracks of which the most popular has to be this. It is difficult to compare this band to other artists since their sound is so unique but perhaps other bands will follow in their footsteps and one day be compared to Django Django themselves.

Tall Ships - Vessels

Today, it's all about Tall Ships. Taken from their 9-song debut EP, this epic sound sets the bar for the rest of the tracks which experiment with a whole load of different styles. This song in particular is a good example of the variety Tall Ships bring to their music. The song begins with a light acoustic sound only to be followed by a strong Foals-like build up and finishes with a Beirut-style rhythm. It probably sounds like I'm just trying to string together things to say but think what you will, these guys are at the beginning of what promises to be a long career in music. Give it a listen.

Tommy Reilly - Tenement TV Acoustic Session

Today's post is about a Scottish man named Tommy Reilly. Being a relatively small artist it is hard to find good quality videos. However, this acoustic session with Tenement TV really shows the raw talent this guy has. The first song "6 billion people" is so catchy you'll be singing it in your sleep. All of Tommy's stuff is available on iTunes and I would highly recommend giving it a listen. The closest comparison I could really make to current artists would be a mix between Paolo Nutini and Ben Howard. Enjoy!

Bear Cavalry - Roman Summer

It is with great pleasure that I introduce Bear Cavalry. This band from Gosport are really going places and making big contacts in the music industry with support from the likes of Annie Mac and Nick Grimshaw. The vocals in this track make me think of Everything Everything but all in all just make me want to dance. It is also clear from listening to other songs by the band that they have a large number of influences and various styles of playing. I've become a big fan and hope to see these guys touring near me very soon!

PS. check out the awesome acoustic cover of Skrillex at http://soundcloud.com/bearcavalry/scary-monsters-and-nice-3

Satellite Stories - Blame The Fireworks

I have yet to find a bad song by Satellite Stories. These lads describe themselves as "four daring satellite heroes from the planet of summery breeze (Oulu, Finland)". Whatever that means I'm happy to roll with it. If this blog had been started last year I'd have been inclined to introduce the band with Kids Aren't Safe On The Metro which is probably my favourite. However, time has passed and the band are writing new stuff. This is definitely one for the fans of TDCC and similar bands. If you like fun, happy, energetic music, then these Finns will most likely rock your boat.

Calm as the Colour - The Rain Must Fall

Today's post is all about a four-piece band from Fife. The band list one of their influences as The Smiths which becomes clear when listening to their songs. I'm a bit of a sucker for Scottish music in general but these guys have mastered something different to other current Scots artists. Once again, you can download the band's recent work completely free Here and Here! What's more, the video for the song is a fantastic watch.

Alt-J - Breezeblocks

Today's track is by Leeds-based band: Alt-J who have gained a reputation for their unique percussion. The band recently did a Maida Vale session with the BBC in which they demonstrated their live talent as a group. This song is one that builds up throughout to create a great finish featuring the voices of the various band members. Currently, the band are preparing for their February through March UK tour during which they will be supporting bigger acts including Ghostpoet and Wild Beasts.

Chad Valley - Now That I'm Real (How Does It Feel?)

Chad Valley is the stage name of one man band Hugo Manuel who released his incredible seven track EP Equatorial Ultravox in 2011. The best track for me has to be this one which I came across when watching videos of last year's T in The Park (Click Here). This man definitely deserves more recognition for his unique sound and style of performance. Perfect if you're tired of the same old sound.

The Carpels - Sand

Today's track is the sort of song you would hear on an advert for Skins or in a dramatic sports compilation video. Although not their most recent release, this tune by The Carpels is for me, their best. The band are still relatively new to the game, but have made a big impression with their other releases including: "Handshakes" and their latest track "Bears". With their tracks getting airplay on various BBC radio stations, The Carpels will no doubt become a household name in the not so distant future.

And the Giraffe - Underground Love

It's almost Friday! Until then, I'm planning on doing very little productive and what better soundtrack to chill to than this. Not only is this a beautiful song, but it has a whole album to complement it. Enough? No? Okay well you could always go and download the whole album for FREE Here! No more needs to be said.

Mumford & Sons - Ghosts That We knew

Today a partial Rockness 2012 Line up was announced. I for one was very pleased to see the inclusion of the likes of Deadmau5, Justice and Biffy Clyro. However, one name caught my eye and that was the infamous Mumford & Sons! Everyone loves them and it's clear why. It would be an intelligent guess to expect a brilliant second album from them and although still unnamed and with little clarity of a release date, there have been other hints of new things from the band, including "Ghosts That We Knew".

Bwani Junction - Two Bridges

My favourite song of 2011? A tough decision to make, but when re-listening to Bwani Junction's album "Fully Cocked" tonight I found myself dreaming of Summer again (surprising considering the current weather in Glasgow). The album is just so cheerful and upbeat throughout which is something that some bands seem to be unable to master at the moment (cue prolonged Coldplay rant)... Anyway, these Edinburgh lads have got it covered.

PS. Someone finally finished painting the Forth Road Bridge..

M83 - Steve McQueen

This song may not be as new as the others, however, it's the type of song that you listen to over and over and over again. M83 hit the bigtime when their song "Midnight City" was used as the theme tune for the E4 show: Made In Chelsea. Following this  increased popularity M83 are currently on an eight date tour of the UK. With a twenty-two track album, the average listener is bound to find a song they like, if not twenty-two. Anyway, this is one of my favourite tracks from the album as it is so unlike anything else I've heard...

Midnight Lion - Sleeping In The Woods

There's not much to say about this song but with their EP due mid February, Midnight Lion are set for bigger things. The band are gaining a lot of attention through release of such songs as this anthemic masterpiece. If you're a fan, go and check out "All Greatness Stands Firm" which is another great piece of music. Give it a go..

Kele ft. Lucy Taylor - What Did I Do?

Following the  tragic split of Bloc Party, Kele Okereke (front man) went solo. His first album was brilliant so let's hope that the popularity of his songs don't diminish like they did with Bloc Party. Luckily, Kele has followed up to his debut album with a promising 7 track EP: "The Hunter". The first track on the EP called "What Did I Do?" perfectly demonstrates the current direction of his music which seems to be leaning towards the dance/electro scene. Here's hoping the others aren't too bitter about his success...

Kenetics - Toothache

Now for  a song I came across today by a band named Kenetics. I have already seen this featured on a number of other blogs and review sites which I'm sure is a promising site for the band who are originally from Hertfordshire. I can definitely hear a wee bit of early Foals flowing through it and possibly even a bit of The xx (although this is probably due to the combination of the male and female voice). See what you think..

Walk Off The Earth - Somebody That I Used To Know

Right, I'm gonna go ahead and jump on the bandwagon and talk about how awesome this song is. When a friend showed me this I was intrigued straight from the first listen. It has been a while since I last heard a cover of a song that I enjoyed more than the original but this just did it for me. Although just about every man and his dog have seen this video already I felt I had to say something about it...

We Have Band - Where Are Your People?

Sometime in 2010 I went to see Two Door Cinema Club at Oran Mor in Glasgow. It was one of those gigs where you find yourself being far too early in anticipation of seeing one of your favourite bands. However, it was also incredibly satisfying to find that We Have Band were soon to enter the stage (unfortunately we had already missed Kowalski). We Have Band's performance really caught my attention and naturally I was very excited when I recently found out about their new track "Where Are Your People?"

Pnau - With You Forever

I'm guessing a lot more people have heard of Empire of the Sun than have heard of Pnau. What do they have in common? The same lead singer. Perhaps my favourite song by Pnau is titled With "You Forever" and is a wonderful creation with a funky riff perfectly accompanied by the unusual voice of the above mentioned singer. Give it a listen..

College Feat. Electric Youth - A Real Hero

Anyone lucky enough to have seen the awesome 2011 film "Drive" starring Ryan Gosling will have heard the chilling soundtrack: "A Real Hero" by College feat. Electric Youth. I think the song works perfectly for the movie and has a sort of 80s vibe to it. If you've never heard this beautiful song then take a listen now..

ON/AIR - Die By The Sword

It doesn't get any newer than this. A virtually unheard of band with their debut music video for "Die By The Sword". The video features people from the band's local area mimicking the words beautifully sung by lead singer Josh Carruthers. Since hearing this, the band have become one of my favourite emerging acts and I fully expect the release of the new track titled "Own Up" to be just as big a success. Enjoy...

Hilltop Hoods Feat. Sia - I Love It

"Australian Hip Hop" - Not a common title in today's music industry, however Hilltop Hoods recently released their new single: I Love It Featuring Sia and gained a lot of new fans with it. Rightly so I would say as this is the sort of track I find myself listening to on repeat. All. Day. Long. I love it...