Willy Moon - Yeah Yeah

This song seems to be everywhere at the moment and there's a reason why - it's awesome! You may have noticed this track is being used on the current Apple advert, I heard it there first and it sub-consciously sank in. However it wasn't until XFM played it earlier in the week that it was brought to my attention again.

For fans of: Spector, Jack White, Charli XCX, 2:54, Alice Gold.

 

 

Temples - Shelter Song

I discovered Temples via Guardian Music's 'New band of the day' and fell in love with their psychedelic sounds instantly. Reviving a lost trend is what this band do best. Give them a listen; you won't regret it.

For fans of: The Beatles, The Coral, The Byrds, Tame Impala, Melody's Echo Chamber.

 

 

 

San Cisco - Golden Revolver







The Aussie quartet bring back a sense of the 90's with their video to their track 'Golden Revolver', but after being newly signed to a major British record company and receiving impressive column inches in NME, San Cisco are delivering bright and bubbly indie direct to your speakers.

For fans of: Bombay Bicycle Club, Foals, Friendly Fires, The Drums, The Maccabees, Metronomy.

Mystery Jets - You Had Me At Hello

Mystery Jets are a band who have been around for a while, and have achieved success in their musical endeavours. Lately I've been listening to their current album Radlands quite a bit. The second track 'You Had Me At Hello' is like a soothing lullaby with some cracking lyrics too "I want you to love me as if you got no principles."

For fans of: The Libertines, The Kooks, The Maccabees, Syd Barrett, The Smiths, The Cribs, Arcade Fire.

Eugene McGuinness - Sugarplum

I can't pinpoint what it is about this track that I love so much, but it ticks all of the right boxes for me and is my favourite from Eugene's latest album The Invitation To The Voyage. I was introduced to this album earlier in the year and I listened to it religiously over the summer after it's release, however I went off it for a bit (due to overplaying the album so much) but I gave it another listen in the week and it's back on repeat.

For fans of: The Beatles, Miles Kane, Howler, We Are Augustines, Field Music, Django Django.

What do you think of my playlist this week? Have you heard any of the tracks? Are one of your favourite bands/solo artists mentioned above? Comment below.

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As usual my playlist is all over the place. Recently I've discovered some artists (that I hadn't heard before) and I'm hooked on them already. When looking for new music, I generally follow the recommendations of fellow bloggers/twitter users. I find this incredibly beneficial as we have similar musical tastes, therefore they always recommend something brilliant.

Here's the music that has been gracing my playlist, over the past week:

• Eugene McGuinness

I found out about this artist via Lauren who has a slight obsession with the man. A self confessed "Beatles fanboy" Eugene has cited The Beatles and The Kinks as two of his inspirations for making music; This is clearly reflected within his records. The 60's vibe stands out above all, declaring this Eugene a firm favourite of mine.

Download - Harlequinade, Blue Jeans, A Girl Whom My Eyes Shine For

• Ben Howard

Admittedly I have a thing for male singers who play guitar. Ben Howard is no exception to this. I've been listening to him for a while now, as I'll be seeing him at V Festival next month. His lyrics are alarmingly accurate. His debut album Every Kingdom is a rare treasure. I've mentioned this particular artist in way too many blog posts recently, I'll stop now I promise.

Download - Black Flies, Old Pine, The Wolves, Only Love, The Fear

• Best Coast

I first heard about this band via a teacher of mine, and I've seen many reviews in magazines about them. Not too long ago I decided to find out what the hype is all about - I was not disspaointed. Ultimately they're a rock band, but if you listen closely you can hear underlayers of folk.

Download - The Only Place, Last Year, Why I Cry, Boyfriend, How They Want Me To Be

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