The Sherlocks are an indie rock band from Yorkshire consisting of two sets of brothers. While the band members say they haven't changed and see themselves the same, outsiders see how much they have grown in popularity through relentless touring and building their fanbase. Their catchy music and social media presence have helped songs reach the charts. The band enjoys playing live shows and their recent performance in Leicester was a success, with the crowd engaged throughout. The members emphasize that their focus remains on the music itself rather than fame or success.
This document is a magazine featuring articles and reviews of music, concerts, and albums. The main articles discuss John Lennon's final album which is 30 years old, an interview with Brett Anderson discussing the song that gets him dancing in the kitchen, and a feature about the band Warpaint and tensions within the group. Additionally, there are reviews of albums by Mac DeMarco and The Dead Weather, and singles by Future Islands, Iggy Azalea, and The Family Rain. The magazine also promotes subscribing to the publication and includes advertisements.
This document provides an overview of the music scene and major artists in 1965 through verbatim articles and reports from music journalists of the time. It features articles on bands like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, and The Who as they produce classic works and help define the sound of music in the 1960s. Readers are transported back to 1965 to witness the emergence of legendary artists and get an intimate view of the music world through the eyes of reporters who had unprecedented access.
This document appears to be an issue of the New Musical Express magazine from March 21, 2015. It includes articles on various musical artists such as Tame Impala, Warpaint, Grimes, Loyle Carner, and Sun Kil Moon. It also promotes an upcoming 100 greatest Beatles songs list and reviews concerts by acts like Suede, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, and Fat White Family. The magazine contains advertisements, a letter to the editor section, and other regular columns about new music, albums, films, and live shows.
Early Mojo is a punk rock band from Manchester known for their raw sound and lively stage antics. At a recent show, the band energized the crowd with songs from their album "BEERGASM" and a cover of "Blitzkrieg Bop". Lead singer and bassist Mike Gardner engaged with fans by jumping into the crowd. While the other opening bands failed to excite the audience, Early Mojo transformed the room into a "furious punk party" with their combination of punk rock music and comedic elements.
This document is a magazine called the New Musical Express (NME) dated April 19, 2014. It includes the following sections:
- A cover story interviewing Yannis Philippakis from the band Foals about the records that influenced him.
- An article traveling with a record store employee in Bristol ahead of Record Store Day to understand how traditional record stores survive.
- A guide to 50 essential purchases for Record Store Day 2014 including albums from artists like David Bowie, LCD Soundsystem, and Bat For Lashes.
- A letters section responding to reader emails on topics like why Jack White wasn't a Glastonbury headliner and the possibility of a Kurt Cobain musical.
The document provides information on recent music industry news including Taylor Swift pulling her music from Spotify and explaining her rationale, Pink Floyd releasing their most pre-ordered album of all time, and AC/DC launching their new album "Rock or Bust" in a small Australian town literally called "The Rock".
The document discusses the lack of female representation in the lineup for the Reading and Leeds music festival. It notes that if you removed all bands without female members, only nine bands would remain on the lineup. This represents a serious gender inequality problem in the music industry as a whole, where women have to work much harder than men to achieve success and recognition. The document argues that internalized misogyny and societal norms that construct women as inferior help perpetuate this imbalance.
This article profiles several female DJs from the UK and US who are making a name for themselves on the international fashion party scene. It discusses their backgrounds, notable performances and bookings, and their role in elevating female DJs. They have become highly sought after, earning fees of over £10,000 per night playing for top designers at high-profile events around the world. They credit the growth of the fashion industry for opening opportunities for women DJs.
This document is a magazine featuring articles and reviews of music, concerts, and albums. The main articles discuss John Lennon's final album which is 30 years old, an interview with Brett Anderson discussing the song that gets him dancing in the kitchen, and a feature about the band Warpaint and tensions within the group. Additionally, there are reviews of albums by Mac DeMarco and The Dead Weather, and singles by Future Islands, Iggy Azalea, and The Family Rain. The magazine also promotes subscribing to the publication and includes advertisements.
This document provides an overview of the music scene and major artists in 1965 through verbatim articles and reports from music journalists of the time. It features articles on bands like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, and The Who as they produce classic works and help define the sound of music in the 1960s. Readers are transported back to 1965 to witness the emergence of legendary artists and get an intimate view of the music world through the eyes of reporters who had unprecedented access.
This document appears to be an issue of the New Musical Express magazine from March 21, 2015. It includes articles on various musical artists such as Tame Impala, Warpaint, Grimes, Loyle Carner, and Sun Kil Moon. It also promotes an upcoming 100 greatest Beatles songs list and reviews concerts by acts like Suede, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, and Fat White Family. The magazine contains advertisements, a letter to the editor section, and other regular columns about new music, albums, films, and live shows.
Early Mojo is a punk rock band from Manchester known for their raw sound and lively stage antics. At a recent show, the band energized the crowd with songs from their album "BEERGASM" and a cover of "Blitzkrieg Bop". Lead singer and bassist Mike Gardner engaged with fans by jumping into the crowd. While the other opening bands failed to excite the audience, Early Mojo transformed the room into a "furious punk party" with their combination of punk rock music and comedic elements.
This document is a magazine called the New Musical Express (NME) dated April 19, 2014. It includes the following sections:
- A cover story interviewing Yannis Philippakis from the band Foals about the records that influenced him.
- An article traveling with a record store employee in Bristol ahead of Record Store Day to understand how traditional record stores survive.
- A guide to 50 essential purchases for Record Store Day 2014 including albums from artists like David Bowie, LCD Soundsystem, and Bat For Lashes.
- A letters section responding to reader emails on topics like why Jack White wasn't a Glastonbury headliner and the possibility of a Kurt Cobain musical.
The document provides information on recent music industry news including Taylor Swift pulling her music from Spotify and explaining her rationale, Pink Floyd releasing their most pre-ordered album of all time, and AC/DC launching their new album "Rock or Bust" in a small Australian town literally called "The Rock".
The document discusses the lack of female representation in the lineup for the Reading and Leeds music festival. It notes that if you removed all bands without female members, only nine bands would remain on the lineup. This represents a serious gender inequality problem in the music industry as a whole, where women have to work much harder than men to achieve success and recognition. The document argues that internalized misogyny and societal norms that construct women as inferior help perpetuate this imbalance.
This article profiles several female DJs from the UK and US who are making a name for themselves on the international fashion party scene. It discusses their backgrounds, notable performances and bookings, and their role in elevating female DJs. They have become highly sought after, earning fees of over £10,000 per night playing for top designers at high-profile events around the world. They credit the growth of the fashion industry for opening opportunities for women DJs.
This document is a magazine featuring articles and listings related to music. The main stories include an interview with Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page about the band's legacy and reissues of their first three albums, an exploration of the influential electronic music label Hyperdub on its 10th anniversary, and a festival guide for the summer concert season. Other pieces preview new albums by Kasabian and Foo Fighters and discuss bands such as Arctic Monkeys, Peace, and The Strokes. The magazine also contains reviews, interviews, and recommendations for new artists to discover.
Double Blood is an upcoming rock band that has quickly gained popularity through their energetic live performances and dark musical style. The band started by playing small local gigs but gained attention after one performance was shared widely on social media, leading them to new levels of fame. Their debut album "DWT" is anticipated by many fans and they are currently touring in promotion of it. While the band is enjoying early success, they acknowledge that fame may change them and wonder if they will have lasting influence as rock legends or be a one-hit wonder.
Double Blood is an upcoming rock band that has quickly gained popularity through their energetic live performances and dark musical style. The band started by playing small local gigs but gained attention after one performance was shared widely on social media, leading them to new levels of fame. Their debut album "DWT" is anticipated by many fans and they are currently touring in support of it. While the band is enjoying early success, they acknowledge that fame may change them and wonder if they will have lasting influence as rock legends or be a one-hit wonder.
Double Blood is an upcoming rock band that has been gaining popularity quickly. They started by playing small gigs for £500 but one performance led to increased attention on social media, propelling them to fame. Their dark, grungy style and rebellious attitude appeals to teenagers. The band is working on their debut album called DWT and will soon embark on a tour, possibly with a special guest. While fame is still new, the band hopes to become legendary rock stars rather than "one hit wonders."
Double Blood is an upcoming rock band from the UK that has seen a rapid rise to fame. They started with small local gigs but one performance that was filmed and shared online launched them into the spotlight. Since then, they have sold out larger venues across the country. The band members never expected this level of success but are working hard on their debut album while maintaining their authentic rock sound and style. They hope to one day tour internationally and become legends in the rock genre.
The document provides a review of the Linkin Park album "A Thousand Suns" in 3 paragraphs. It summarizes that the album takes a different musical approach than their previous work, with elements like Middle Eastern chanting and reggae influences. While most of the album has a cohesive storyline about loss and gain, some tracks are considered unnecessary fillers. The album is explorative musically but overly auto-tuned in parts.
Five Irish Musicians to Listen to This Week EDITSMalcolm Lenore
This article recommends five Irish musicians to listen to for St. Patrick's Day week. It discusses Villagers, an indie folk band from Dublin with two Mercury Prize nominated albums. It also recommends Youth Mass, a band from Meath with catchy melodies and vocals. Delorentos, an alternative rock band from Dublin, is praised for consistently putting out acclaimed albums over ten years. Young Wonder, an electronic pop duo from Cork, creates catchy anthems with Irish instruments and electronic music. Finally, it recommends Rejjie Snow, a rapper from Dublin with dark, catchy musings about identity and youth.
Idle Dreamers is an indie rock band from Greater Manchester that recently released their EP "Dreaming Is Believing". The band believes that with musical innovation, lyrics, and nostalgia, they can achieve worldwide success, similar to previous Manchester bands like Oasis. Bassist and lyricist Jack Tonge states that belief is the first step to achieving goals. Although the band still needs to build resources and fanbase by playing local shows, they are excited about their upcoming album and festivals like Glastonbury that could significantly boost their popularity among fans.
This document provides information about various sports, concert, and theater ticket events. It includes a listing of popular artists, sports teams, and shows. It also provides links to purchase tickets and lists upcoming featured events in London, England as well as testimonials from past ticket buyers. The page is the homepage for an online ticket sales and booking website.
The document provides an interview with Rebecca Robinson, the vocalist and guitarist of the new all-female rock band Black Doves. Some key details include: Black Doves is a duo consisting of Rebecca Robinson and drummer Anna Cross who are 18 years old. Their debut single "Loose Ends" has seen major success. Rebecca discusses how they started playing local band nights but are now serious about rock music. Their influences include classic rock bands and more modern groups like Royal Blood. The interview covers the band's origins, music influences, upcoming tour dates, and their ambitions for the future.
The T band is a popular Omani cover band that plays retro soulful and psychedelic beats from the 1970s and 1980s. They are all employed in other careers but come together to play music they love from artists like Eric Clapton and Pink Floyd. Though not professionally trained, their passion for this style of music and practice has led to their success. They believe modern popular music lacks the soul and emotion of older music.
The T band is a popular Omani cover band that plays retro soulful and psychedelic beats from the 1970s and 1980s. They are all employed in other careers but come together to play music they love from artists like Eric Clapton and Pink Floyd. Though not professionally trained, their passion for this style of music and practice has led to their success. They believe modern popular music lacks the soul and emotion of older music.
This document provides an interview with Damian Abraham, the frontman of the punk band F%#@d Up. Some key details:
- F%#@d Up is a sextet punk band from Toronto known for Damian Abraham's guttural vocals. They have received national and international praise, winning the Polaris Music Prize for their album Chemistry of Common Life.
- Their new album Glass Boys has a more ragged sound reminiscent of their early work. It features a second drum track in half time, giving it a subtle psychedelic bent.
- In the interview, Abraham discusses growing up in Toronto and how becoming a father influenced the lyrics on Glass Boys, including the song "Pay for the
FoTown is an indie band from Chesham, Buckinghamshire consisting of four members in their late teens. The band was established in 2011-2012 when they released their first song "Tractor" and gained popularity locally and online. In 2012 they added drummer Alex Peal to complete their sound. Their 2013 EP "Independent Farmer" sold out within five minutes of launch, showing they had built a fanbase. While modest about their ambitions, the band's body language suggests they aspire to be bigger than The Beatles. Frontman Adam finds it strange that people across the country sing lyrics he wrote alone. The reviewer believes FoTown has a unique style and taste that could gain them global recognition with their talent and momentum so
Katie Creegan and her band Royalty Prevails have just released their new album "The World Outside". Katie discusses the inspiration behind the album title, which came from a difficult time in her life after her grandfather passed away. She also talks about upcoming tour dates to promote the album. Katie discusses the band's performances at several recent festivals and opening for other bands, calling it an amazing experience. She hints that the band is already planning their next album and hopes to collaborate with other artists.
This document appears to be a magazine covering music news and culture. The front cover features an article on Damon Albarn and his new solo album. Other articles discuss the 25th anniversary of The Stone Roses debut album, the North Carolina indie label Merge hitting its 25th anniversary, and an interview between Kathleen Hanna and Lauren Mayberry discussing feminism. The document also includes reviews of new music, recommendations of new bands to discover, and various other music-related news and articles.
Roode Pelikaan is a new indie band from the UK that has risen to fame quickly. The band consists of four members who have been playing together for years: James Coots (singer and guitarist), Tony Latuane (bassist), Daniel Zayne (drummer), and Liam Darlow (backup singer and keyboardist). They met while attending university together and started writing songs in their spare time. Though their success seems sudden, the band emphasizes that it was the result of years of hard work and sacrifice. The magazine provides biographies of each band member and details how the band came together and their early beginnings writing songs.
The Year in Review: The 50 Best Albums of 2014webdesignjhb9
This document provides a summary and review of 50 albums from 2014. It discusses trends in music that year, with synth-pop rising and rock/R&B declining in popularity. The reviewer aims to introduce readers to both well-known and lesser-known great albums. Individual albums are then reviewed over multiple paragraphs with details about the artist, music style, favorite tracks, and comparisons to other artists. The reviewer expresses that they hope the list will encourage people to explore new music.
The document contains reviews of albums by three different bands:
1) The McKenzies album "Unfold" is praised for its beautiful songs with contrasting guitar and piano sounds and soft vocals that create a magical feeling.
2) Bullet For My Valentine's "Scream Aim Fire" combines elements of metal, screamo, and power ballads but would benefit from focusing less on broad appeal.
3) Cory Morrow's "Vagrants & Kings" has some strong tracks but is overall average compared to his previous work, with songs that feel too muted and safe.
This is a list for my blog, https://bensmusicreviews250819854.wordpress.com, which covers the best albums of 2019, there has been some great music this year and this list is my personal favourites.
This document is a magazine featuring articles and listings related to music. The main stories include an interview with Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page about the band's legacy and reissues of their first three albums, an exploration of the influential electronic music label Hyperdub on its 10th anniversary, and a festival guide for the summer concert season. Other pieces preview new albums by Kasabian and Foo Fighters and discuss bands such as Arctic Monkeys, Peace, and The Strokes. The magazine also contains reviews, interviews, and recommendations for new artists to discover.
Double Blood is an upcoming rock band that has quickly gained popularity through their energetic live performances and dark musical style. The band started by playing small local gigs but gained attention after one performance was shared widely on social media, leading them to new levels of fame. Their debut album "DWT" is anticipated by many fans and they are currently touring in promotion of it. While the band is enjoying early success, they acknowledge that fame may change them and wonder if they will have lasting influence as rock legends or be a one-hit wonder.
Double Blood is an upcoming rock band that has quickly gained popularity through their energetic live performances and dark musical style. The band started by playing small local gigs but gained attention after one performance was shared widely on social media, leading them to new levels of fame. Their debut album "DWT" is anticipated by many fans and they are currently touring in support of it. While the band is enjoying early success, they acknowledge that fame may change them and wonder if they will have lasting influence as rock legends or be a one-hit wonder.
Double Blood is an upcoming rock band that has been gaining popularity quickly. They started by playing small gigs for £500 but one performance led to increased attention on social media, propelling them to fame. Their dark, grungy style and rebellious attitude appeals to teenagers. The band is working on their debut album called DWT and will soon embark on a tour, possibly with a special guest. While fame is still new, the band hopes to become legendary rock stars rather than "one hit wonders."
Double Blood is an upcoming rock band from the UK that has seen a rapid rise to fame. They started with small local gigs but one performance that was filmed and shared online launched them into the spotlight. Since then, they have sold out larger venues across the country. The band members never expected this level of success but are working hard on their debut album while maintaining their authentic rock sound and style. They hope to one day tour internationally and become legends in the rock genre.
The document provides a review of the Linkin Park album "A Thousand Suns" in 3 paragraphs. It summarizes that the album takes a different musical approach than their previous work, with elements like Middle Eastern chanting and reggae influences. While most of the album has a cohesive storyline about loss and gain, some tracks are considered unnecessary fillers. The album is explorative musically but overly auto-tuned in parts.
Five Irish Musicians to Listen to This Week EDITSMalcolm Lenore
This article recommends five Irish musicians to listen to for St. Patrick's Day week. It discusses Villagers, an indie folk band from Dublin with two Mercury Prize nominated albums. It also recommends Youth Mass, a band from Meath with catchy melodies and vocals. Delorentos, an alternative rock band from Dublin, is praised for consistently putting out acclaimed albums over ten years. Young Wonder, an electronic pop duo from Cork, creates catchy anthems with Irish instruments and electronic music. Finally, it recommends Rejjie Snow, a rapper from Dublin with dark, catchy musings about identity and youth.
Idle Dreamers is an indie rock band from Greater Manchester that recently released their EP "Dreaming Is Believing". The band believes that with musical innovation, lyrics, and nostalgia, they can achieve worldwide success, similar to previous Manchester bands like Oasis. Bassist and lyricist Jack Tonge states that belief is the first step to achieving goals. Although the band still needs to build resources and fanbase by playing local shows, they are excited about their upcoming album and festivals like Glastonbury that could significantly boost their popularity among fans.
This document provides information about various sports, concert, and theater ticket events. It includes a listing of popular artists, sports teams, and shows. It also provides links to purchase tickets and lists upcoming featured events in London, England as well as testimonials from past ticket buyers. The page is the homepage for an online ticket sales and booking website.
The document provides an interview with Rebecca Robinson, the vocalist and guitarist of the new all-female rock band Black Doves. Some key details include: Black Doves is a duo consisting of Rebecca Robinson and drummer Anna Cross who are 18 years old. Their debut single "Loose Ends" has seen major success. Rebecca discusses how they started playing local band nights but are now serious about rock music. Their influences include classic rock bands and more modern groups like Royal Blood. The interview covers the band's origins, music influences, upcoming tour dates, and their ambitions for the future.
The T band is a popular Omani cover band that plays retro soulful and psychedelic beats from the 1970s and 1980s. They are all employed in other careers but come together to play music they love from artists like Eric Clapton and Pink Floyd. Though not professionally trained, their passion for this style of music and practice has led to their success. They believe modern popular music lacks the soul and emotion of older music.
The T band is a popular Omani cover band that plays retro soulful and psychedelic beats from the 1970s and 1980s. They are all employed in other careers but come together to play music they love from artists like Eric Clapton and Pink Floyd. Though not professionally trained, their passion for this style of music and practice has led to their success. They believe modern popular music lacks the soul and emotion of older music.
This document provides an interview with Damian Abraham, the frontman of the punk band F%#@d Up. Some key details:
- F%#@d Up is a sextet punk band from Toronto known for Damian Abraham's guttural vocals. They have received national and international praise, winning the Polaris Music Prize for their album Chemistry of Common Life.
- Their new album Glass Boys has a more ragged sound reminiscent of their early work. It features a second drum track in half time, giving it a subtle psychedelic bent.
- In the interview, Abraham discusses growing up in Toronto and how becoming a father influenced the lyrics on Glass Boys, including the song "Pay for the
FoTown is an indie band from Chesham, Buckinghamshire consisting of four members in their late teens. The band was established in 2011-2012 when they released their first song "Tractor" and gained popularity locally and online. In 2012 they added drummer Alex Peal to complete their sound. Their 2013 EP "Independent Farmer" sold out within five minutes of launch, showing they had built a fanbase. While modest about their ambitions, the band's body language suggests they aspire to be bigger than The Beatles. Frontman Adam finds it strange that people across the country sing lyrics he wrote alone. The reviewer believes FoTown has a unique style and taste that could gain them global recognition with their talent and momentum so
Katie Creegan and her band Royalty Prevails have just released their new album "The World Outside". Katie discusses the inspiration behind the album title, which came from a difficult time in her life after her grandfather passed away. She also talks about upcoming tour dates to promote the album. Katie discusses the band's performances at several recent festivals and opening for other bands, calling it an amazing experience. She hints that the band is already planning their next album and hopes to collaborate with other artists.
This document appears to be a magazine covering music news and culture. The front cover features an article on Damon Albarn and his new solo album. Other articles discuss the 25th anniversary of The Stone Roses debut album, the North Carolina indie label Merge hitting its 25th anniversary, and an interview between Kathleen Hanna and Lauren Mayberry discussing feminism. The document also includes reviews of new music, recommendations of new bands to discover, and various other music-related news and articles.
Roode Pelikaan is a new indie band from the UK that has risen to fame quickly. The band consists of four members who have been playing together for years: James Coots (singer and guitarist), Tony Latuane (bassist), Daniel Zayne (drummer), and Liam Darlow (backup singer and keyboardist). They met while attending university together and started writing songs in their spare time. Though their success seems sudden, the band emphasizes that it was the result of years of hard work and sacrifice. The magazine provides biographies of each band member and details how the band came together and their early beginnings writing songs.
The Year in Review: The 50 Best Albums of 2014webdesignjhb9
This document provides a summary and review of 50 albums from 2014. It discusses trends in music that year, with synth-pop rising and rock/R&B declining in popularity. The reviewer aims to introduce readers to both well-known and lesser-known great albums. Individual albums are then reviewed over multiple paragraphs with details about the artist, music style, favorite tracks, and comparisons to other artists. The reviewer expresses that they hope the list will encourage people to explore new music.
The document contains reviews of albums by three different bands:
1) The McKenzies album "Unfold" is praised for its beautiful songs with contrasting guitar and piano sounds and soft vocals that create a magical feeling.
2) Bullet For My Valentine's "Scream Aim Fire" combines elements of metal, screamo, and power ballads but would benefit from focusing less on broad appeal.
3) Cory Morrow's "Vagrants & Kings" has some strong tracks but is overall average compared to his previous work, with songs that feel too muted and safe.
This is a list for my blog, https://bensmusicreviews250819854.wordpress.com, which covers the best albums of 2019, there has been some great music this year and this list is my personal favourites.
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A
game of Battleships probably isn’t
the most rock ‘n’ roll way to prepare
for a gig, but if it works forThe
Sherlocks, then you can’t argue with that.
“Normally we’re into Pop-Up Pirate,” smirks
Kiaran Crook,“but they didn’t have it.We had
to settle for second best.”
There’s something incredibly charming about
The Sherlocks. Kiaran, along with brother
Brandon Crook and other sibling duo Josh and
Andy Davidson are as down to earth as you’d
expect for a group of young lads who just love
playing music.And that becomes pretty clear
within minutes of chatting with them before
their sold-out gig at Leicester’sThe Cookie in
February.
“We don’t know how the band has grown
at all,” admits lead singer Kiaran.“Outsiders
probably think we’ve grown.We just think the
gigs have got better! Only people outside can
see how big we are. It’s just the same to us, we
don’t feel like we’ve stepped up.”
The talented quartet certainly have stepped
up since forming back in 2010. Hailing from
Bolton-on-Dearne, and now based in Sheffield,
the band have spent years relentlessly gigging
and building up a steady fan base to get them
where they are today.
And where they are is pretty impressive,
with their songs reaching the iTunes charts
and making people stand up and listen: this is
real music, and make no mistake, this band are
serious about being the next big thing.
After making their mark up north by playing
as many gigs as possible, the buzz really started
to gather more momentum in October last
year, off the back of the release of their debut
single ‘Live for the Moment.’
With thanks to their ardent and ever-growing
‘Sherlock Army’, the pulsating indie track
reached as high as Number 5 in theTop 40
Alternative Chart on iTunes, and even sneaked
into the 91st spot in the Official iTunes Chart.
Quite impressive for a band who are
unsigned. But their hard work both on and
off stage have enabled them to reap these
deserved rewards.
The Sherlocks’ social media presence is
huge.The band know they owe some of their
success to this, and to getting as many people
as possible talking about them.
“You’d be at a big disadvantage without it,
you’d definitely be daft not to use it,” remarks
guitarist Josh.
And Brandon agrees.“It gets you where
you want to be a lot quicker. If we weren’t
onTwitter or Facebook we’d have to come
here, play a gig, and just hope that people talk
about it.Where asTwitter just does it a million
times faster.You can’t rely on it entirely, but it
definitely helps.”
But the band made it clear that social
networking is not the be all and end all, and
that “the main thing is definitely the music,”
which has always been the case for all four of
them.
Since forming five years ago over a mutual
love of music (“we all fell in love,” Kiaran
laughs) the four-piece have created a catchy,
unique sound that is gaining them more and
more fans by the week.
And they’re all in agreement that being two
sets of brothers definitely makes them closer
as a band.“We have more of a laugh. If it’s
four strangers it’s all like ‘oh I better not say
that because he gets offended’. . . we’re all one
big happy family,” they laugh, and it really does
seem that way when you’re with them.
Although the release of a debut album is in
no way imminent - “definitely not this year”
were their exact words -The Sherlocks are still
brimming with fresh ideas and gigs-a-plenty to
whet our appetites further, before dropping
the much anticipated first album.
Their recent release of second single
‘Escapade’ created further ripples in the music
industry for the boys: reaching 45 in the iTunes
Chart and soaring to the nosebleed territory
of Number 3 in the Alternative Chart.
For now though, the sole focus is on their
tour, which seems like a continuous one for a
band who just love to play live.
“It never stops! Once we’ve finished this
we’re going straight to the festivals,” notes
drummer Brandon,“We did 15 gigs in January
and February, and now we’ve just stuck
another 20 on, or something daft like that.”
Certainly hard workers (“a band full of
James Milners,” they say), but when you’re
doing something you love, the grafting and
putting in hours of hard work becomes easier.
“We just do it for the music,” is probably
the standout comment from my chat with
The Sherlocks.As we talk record deals and
unsigned bands (and never selling their soul to
The X Factor) it’s clear that I’m sitting with four
boys who have never known anything different
from playing music - and never wish to, either.
“It’s exactly the same as when we were
playing in the garage,” Brandon notes before
Kiaran laughs and adds,“yeah, except we’ve got
a little bit bigger!”
And there’s most definitely room forThe
Sherlocks to get ever bigger than they are now,
and certainly even better, with their tour the
perfect opportunity to hone their talents.
Their 2015 tour has so far taken them
around the north; from Blackburn to
Darlington, before traveling further down
the country, playing sold out shows in Derby,
Manchester and now in Leicester.
With dates being added all the time,The
Sherlocks are sure to expand their fan base
far and wide: taking them out of their comfort
zone of the north and giving the southerners
some love - and some live shows.
For now, it’s all about getting their name out
there and notching up as many gigs as possible.
And hopefully playing venues who supply
games of Pop-Up Pirate…
The Sherlocks’ latest single ‘Escapade’ is
out now to purchase from iTunes. Their
UK tour runs until the end of June.
For more information on dates and
tickets, visit thesherlocksmusic.co.uk.
With the buzz surroundingYorkshire band The Sherlocks gaining momentum, Natalie Whitehouse sat
down with the four-piece to talk past, present and future with the band of the moment.
REVIEW:
THE SHERLOCKS @ THE COOKIE, LEICESTER
VERDICT:
9/10
F
or a band who play as many gigs as
they have hot dinners, any stage -
no matter how big or small - must
feel like a home from home forThe
Sherlocks.They certainly madeThe
Cookie their home for the night when
they took to the stage in Leicester on 27
February, bringing their catchy indie rock
sounds to the East Midlands’ city.
Beginning the night with ‘ShineYour
Light,’ the quartet upped the anti almost
instantly, flying into ‘One Of A Kind’ from
their 2013 EP First Bite of the Apple.
This allowed the full capacity room to
exercise their own vocal chords, with a
more familiar song.
The reaction to material most
in the room hadn’t heard yet was
overwhelmingly positive too, and must
give bands likeThe Sherlocks a good
idea of which tracks to release as their
next single. Songs like ‘Motions’ and
‘Heart of Gold,’ which are unreleased,
still got the crowd pumped up and ready
for more.
But the gig really cranked up a
gear when the band turned to songs
everyone knew.‘Live for the Moment’,
the first single they released back in
October 2014, incited a mosh pit, which
didn’t end until the boys played their
final song of the night.The tiny room in
the basement ofThe Cookie turned into
a real sweatbox: the perfect conditions
forThe Sherlocks’ anthemic, excitable
music.
Song of the night came in the form of
the band’s latest single ‘Escapade’, with
its punchy, guitar-lead intro and catchy
lyrics, whichThe Sherlocks are becoming
synonymous with.The song got the
whole room bouncing and singing, which
must have been a more than enjoyable
sight for a band who are just starting to
build their fan base and get their name
out there.
‘TimesTicking, Bye’ from their
previously mentioned EP also got a
deserved play, before ‘Get Up,’ a song
which was known by some fans in
the crowd who had clearly seenThe
Sherlocks before, and rightly returned
for another gig.
The band’s cover of Kasabian’s ‘Club
Foot’ was extremely apt for a gig in
Leicester, and a clever addition to a
set list which encompasses songs the
crowd weren’t familiar with, and this
one certainly had everyone in the room
joining in.
With the fans now eager for even
more,The Sherlocks provided a brilliant
finish to the night, flying into two songs
from their EP. Beginning with ‘Chasing
Shadows,’ the band then ended the
evening superbly on ‘You’ve Made a
Mistake,’ with onlookers singing at the
top of their voices, and the band visibly
loving every minute of it.
For those who went to the gig and
were already fans ofThe Sherlocks, their
support will only get more passionate
from here on out.And for those who
turned up not knowing anything about
them, they certainly won’t be able to
forget them after that.
The Sherlocks (from left to right) Brandon Crook, Josh Davidson, Kiaran Crook, and Andy Davidson.
“We have a laugh.
We’re all one big
happy family!”
“We don’t know how the band has grown.
Only people outside
can see how big we are.
It’s just the same to us,
we don’t feel like we’ve stepped up.”
“The main thing
is definitely
making music.”