Unsung Rock: The Bazaars Interview
In a jam-packed edition of Unsung Rock, Dan Jenko chats to Yorkshire-based band The Bazaars about their upcoming debut album, which has been ten years in the making. Also on offer is a review of Palma Violets’ recent intimate gig at the 100 Club in Oxford Street, as well as opinion on the new Primal Scream track in the ‘Picks of the Week’. Headed by the single ‘Girls In Time’, The Bazaars’ self-titled debut is the result of many... Read More
Unsung Rock: Introducing Born Blonde
Dan Jenko speaks to Born Blonde bassist Joshua Lyold Watson about the band’s steady rise, the state of the music industry and inspirations that range from Neil Young to the Dalai Lama. Elsewhere alt-rockers The Crash Report join Keane and Sound of Guns in the ‘Picks of the Week’, and Dan offers his opinion on the recently revealed Killers single ‘Runaways’. There’s something a tiny bit clever about the post-Britpop sound... Read More
Unsung Rock: Stone Roses Meltdown?
Dan Jenko asks whether the iconic Manchester band’s return can be sustained, amid concerns that fractures remain following drummer Reni walking off stage in Amsterdam. Elsewhere The Milk’s latest single is reviewed in the ‘Picks of the Week’, and Dan offers his reaction to Muse going dubstep. It’s been a pretty busy week in the land of rock music. Stadium titans Muse and The Killers have both unveiled trailers for their new albums,... Read More
Unsung Rock: Summer Soundtrack
After checking out a selection of hot cuts from bands both young and old, Dan Jenko presents this Unsung Rock summer special: listing the best new tracks and finest festival classics to form the ultimate soundtrack to your summer. The sun may have disappeared again recently, but I’m in a surprisingly summery mood. So what better way to return to Unsung Rock (I know it’s been a month, I’m sorry) than with a list of tracks to help persuade you... Read More
Opinion: Eight Greatest Success Stories Of This Gaming Generation
With rumours surrounding next-generation’s hardware continuing to fly around the web, Dan Jenko explores the groundbreaking games and franchises that have defined this current console generation. While the Playstation 3, Xbox 360 and Wii generation is far from over, we do appear to be getting close to the end of their lifespan. The Wii U is widely-expected to be released by the end of this coming year, and though we’ll definitely have to wait... Read More
Unsung Rock: This One Time, At Bandcamp…
Dan Jenko embarks on yet another voyage of discovery, this time scouring free music-sharing site Bandcamp in search of the best unsigned bands you’ve never heard of. It’s been a while since I penned my last Unsung Rock, which came in the form of an interview with Liverpool alt-rock band Sound of Guns. So what better way to return than with even more new, exciting bands just waiting to be discovered? Gallic Promise: Exciting rockers The... Read More
Album Review: Deer Tick – Divine Providence
Dan Jenko delivers his verdict on the fourth album from the American alt-country outfit, out on April 4th. “I’ve got a lust for life and a dangerous mind!” are the words exclaimed with intent by frontman John McCauley as Divine Providence begins. The ambition the band are aiming for with this album is displayed fully in opening track The Bump, which fuses blues, country and old-school rock ‘n’ roll in triumphant fashion.... Read More
Gaming News: Portal 2 And Battlefield 3 Reign Supreme At BAFTAs
Valve’s awesome puzzler Portal 2 and EA’s military shooter Battlefield 3 swooped three gongs apiece at this weekend’s BAFTA video game awards – with Valve taking the coveted ‘Best Game’ Award, along with prizes for story and design. Battlefield 3 picked up the public-voted ‘GAME Award of 2011′, along with awards for best online multiplayer and audio achievment. Both LittleBigPlanet 2 and Batman: Arkham... Read More
Unsung Rock: Sound Of Guns Interview
Sound of Guns axe-grinder Lee Glynn speaks to Dan Jenko about blazing rows, eventful gigs, and – of course – throwing TVs out of windows. As ever, the best new rock tracks are also revealed in the ‘Picks of the Week’. With two excellent albums now under their belt, Liverpool alt-rock talents Sound of Guns are heading on a tour of the UK and Europe. There aren’t many bands that can claim to have achieved as much since... Read More
Unsung Rock: Let The Comeback Commence
Encouraged by some of rock’s biggest names taking control at the BRIT Awards and V Festival, Dan Jenko explores the possibility of rock and roll making a mainstream comeback. Will rock and roll come to the fore again? That’s the question many have been asking as soft-core rappers, pop idols and Disney pin-ups continue to dominate the charts. But recently, the nesting grounds of these artists have started to welcome some of the world’s biggest... Read More
