Category Archives: Alternative Rock

Lauran Hibberd Tells “Unfortunate True Story” On New Single ‘2nd Prettiest Girl (In The World)’

Lauran Hibberd has relayed an unfortunate dating story on her new single, ‘2nd prettiest girl (in the world)’ – but luckily for us, she at least knows how to turn that into a good tune. Image credit: Emily Marcovecchio Lauran’s tongue-in-cheek single is the latest cut from her forthcoming second LP ‘Girlfriend Material’, which arrives […]

Dayseeker Announce Acoustic Album ‘Replica’

Dayseeker have announced a forthcoming acoustic album, ‘Replica’. The new album will arrive digitally on April 19 and physically on June 14 via Spinefarm Records. It will offer pared-back, intimate renditions of Dayseeker’s work, opening up an entirely new way of listening to some of their fan favourites. The collection is also set to include […]

Hot Water Music Announce ‘Vows’ Album Via Two New Singles

Hot Water Music are celebrating their 30th year as a band in style, with brand-new album ‘Vows’ set to arrive May 10. The album announcement has been marked by the release of not one, but two new singles: album opener ‘Menace’ and the almighty ‘Burn Forever’. Speaking about ‘Menace’, the band’s Chuck Ragan has said: […]

Lambrini Girls Lament ‘God’s Country’ On New Single

Lambrini Girls take a look at the state of Britain on their latest single, ‘God’s Country’. Image credit: Bridie Florence The track comes via City Slang and follows the release of the band’s debut EP ‘You’re Welcome’, which dropped in May last year. It’s a track that only adds, lyrically and sonically, to their reputation […]

Girlfriends Release Timely ‘Shut Up & Kiss Me’ Single

This Valentine’s Day, girlfriends have released a live-in-the-moment, pop-punk banger, ‘Shut Up & Kiss Me’. The duo, consisting of Travis Mills and Nick Gross, pack their vital energy into the new track, which marks their first of the year. The release comes ahead of their supporting run with Avril Lavigne for her ‘Greatest Hits Tour’, […]

Neck Deep Are Rock Sound 25 Icons

As we continue our 25th anniversary celebrations, Neck Deep are among the latest winners of the Rock Sound 25 Icon Award. All this year, we will be celebrating 25 key artists from throughout Rock Sound history with a brand new magazine cover shoot and in-depth interview. From forming on the streets of Wrexham to becoming the UK’s biggest pop […]

Slam Dunk To Run VIP Ticket Scavenger Hunt In Leeds This Valentine’s Day

Slam Dunk Festival is offering five pairs of VIP tickets for this year’s festival – for those willing to take part in a scavenger hunt across Leeds. This Valentine’s Day (Wednesday, February 14), fans will be able to follow clues around Leeds to win one of the five pairs of special tickets for this year’s […]

Bad Omens And BABYMETAL Announce Major Co-Headline Show

Bad Omens and BABYMETAL have announced a huge co-headline show, set to take place in Toulouse, France on June 23. Taking place at the 11,000-capacity Zénith Toulouse Métropole, this show will of course follow not too long after Download Festival, where both Bad Omens and BABYMETAL are set to play on June 14 and 15, […]

Every Hell Drop New Single ‘The Watcher’

Every Hell have released their second single, ‘The Watcher’. The track follows the band’s debut ‘Freaking Out’ single, which arrived in November. ‘The Watcher’ is a mammoth burst of ‘doom pop’ and was recorded and produced by Peter Miles at Middle Farm Studios and mixed in-house by Mark Roberts. As well as this new single, […]