Review: Let's Buy Happiness 'Six Wolves' Single Launch @ The Other Rooms

Alreet. I've been away for a long while due to an ever growing list of reasons but seeing as i've got some time on my hands I thought I would let you know how awesome Let's Buy Happiness' single launch was. Read the review and find out about Sarah Hall's interesting crush after the beep.

Video: "Six Wolves" - Let's Buy Happiness

Ever since I featured them as my band of the month way back in April I have been keeping one eye on these guys, because lets face it, they can't do much wrong. From the lyrics and artwork of vocalist Sarah Hall to the incredible new song 'Six Wolves' it all seems like good news for the lads and lass from the Toon. Check out the video for 'Six Wolves' and read more about Let's Buy Happiness after the beep.

Otter - Mammal Club

The North East's worst kept secret is how good Mammal Club are. The complexity and maturity of their songs is such that you would probably guess they had been making music for decades. The track is so catchy I challenge you to listen to it just once, i'm not sure it can be done. Listen to 'Otter' by Mammal Club at their Myspace page

The Sea - Ever Since The Lake Caught Fire (Video)

The new video from Toon starlets Ever Since The Lake Caught Fire. Expect tongue in cheek explanations of the life cycle, Salmon Sandwiches, Beaks, and Bear Costumes. Your gonna have to watch it now, Also check out Transatlanticism's review of the single HERE. Watch the video for 'The Sea' after the beep.

Review: New Single 'The Sea'/'Warden Rock' from Ever Since The Lake Caught Fire

I featured ESTLCF on my Newcastle Music Scene: May post as my local band of the month. Since then the band have released their single 'The Sea/Warden Rock', both tracks are a great showcase of the bands talent. Read Transatlanticism's review after the beep.

Review: The Temper Trap @ O2 Academy Newcastle 10/05/10

85/100 The lights have begun to go down on my first year of music (and living) in Newcastle, but the music that the Toon has to offer this month is far from being in the dark. First on my list were Temper Trap who played an electric gig at the O2 academy in Newcastle. Read the rest of the review after the beep and check out my photos from the gig here

Photos: The Temper Trap @ O2 Academy Newcastle

Here are my best snaps from the Temper Trap gig, I have to give some of the credit to their light show. These will definitely be the last pictures I will post from my not so good camera, as it has pulled the not so good move of breaking. You can see the rest of the pictures after the beep. Review coming shortly.

Newcastle Music Scene: May

It's a massive month for music in Newcastle which will culminate in the highly anticipated Evolution Festival at the end of the month. I will be writing a special Evolution preview later in the month as it will have so much musical talent on show it deserves and requires its own Newcastle Music Scene post. For now sink your teeth into the mammoth month of may (alliteration ftw).

New Polarsets coming 15.04.10 - Leave Argentina

Newcastle Music Scene: April

Yet another great month for music in Newcastle (shame I'm not there for most of it). This month i would say the smaller bands take centre stage with three great gigs at The Cluny from 'Let's Buy Happiness', 'Toronto Sun' and March's band of the month, 'Polarsets'. I love writing this post because it allows me to listen to some of the great talent around the North East, still, rarely do I find a band I can immediately engage and enjoy as much as Let's Buy Happiness. Already building a fan base in the North East and across the UK, they play a sombre melodic style of indie reminiscent of early  Death Cab For Cutie and Band Of Horses. With intricate guitar riffs complemented beautifully by Sarah Halls enchanting voice each track has its own personality and intrigue. All i can say is that i am gutted i cannot make the gig at The Cluny. Polarsets also play The Cluny for the second month running with their single launch taking place on the 15th (which i will hopefully have a review for you nearer that date).

My gig of the month comes from Foals, who play Newcastle Union on the 30th. I have been extremely impressed with the sounds emanating from their second album entitled 'Total Life Forever'. I nearly considered posting the 'Spanish Sahara' video again as it is so mind-blowing but i restrained myself and instead you can all feast your eyes on the video for 'This Orient', another track off the much awaited album. 

The O2 academy line-up is also worth a mention with some seriously old-school gigs from the likes of James and The Wonder Stuff. Enjoy this amazing month of music in our fair city and also enjoy all the goodies below.

You can listen to Let's Buy Happiness's EP entitled 'No Hot Ashes' below. Enjoy.

Newcastle Music Scene: March

Another great month for music in Newcastle, all venues are packed with a great line-up for March. The pick of the bunch was an easy choice really, Mumford & Sons at Newcastle Union. I was extremely excited for this gig even more so when i found out Fanfarlo are supporting them. Mumford & sons have already established themselves as one of the best new bands both on record and live, I can't quite believe my luck that they are playing such a small venue with such an excellent support band.

'Hard To Love' @ WHQ

 89/100 Hard To Love @ WHQ 10.02.10
My first experience of the fantastical world headquarters, Newcastle. As soon as I walked in and saw the comfy sofa's and the indie rabble I knew I was right at home. The relaxed atmosphere and great music put 'Hard To Love' straight to the top of the best club nights in Newcastle. All indie bases were covered from David Bowie to Modest Mouse. The dance floor was packed but with people who enjoyed the music and atmosphere that WHQ offered rather than the usual Wednesday night crowd. There was also no one in 'hen night' level 
fancy dress either. big plus.


And here's a picture of my legs (far right) that the photographer for Hard To Love took.

Newcastle Music Scene: February

After spending a long time browsing various music websites for some sort of organized gig listings for Newcastle i decided it that it might save me and the rest of you a lot of our precious time if I just wrote a blog post dedicated to the music scene in Newcastle for the coming month so here it is.