Named after Suede's debut single, New York four-piece Drowners are set to grab 2014 by the balls with their unique sound that defies category. 

With tracks that swoon like the sound of love itself, New York's best kept secret are set to release their debut self-titled album later this month and what an album that will be.

Describing themselves as "melodic post-punk influenced guitar music", their lyrical inspiration can be sourced back to actual situations that have happened - comparable to an early Arctic Monkeys circa 2006. 

Whilst they sound undeniably huge and barely miss a beat, the four lads met at a bar and Drowners was born shortly after realising they have common ground in the form of music.

Since then, Drowners have gone on to support Arctic Monkeys during recent US tour dates. Word has finally spread across to the other side of the Atlantic and now us Brits are going gaga for the thrill of Drowners.

Until their album release, we're a little short on material although 'Luv, Hold Me Down' and 'Long Hair' both provide excellent listening. They may be a pretty big deal in their own right, but tracks such as these sound as if a healthy dose of

The Smiths blended with The Strokes has been injected. This does not come as a surprise when you take into account their New York roots. Frontman Matt Hitt's all-time favourite band is The Smiths too. If you like what you hear, be sure to give them some love and expect more noise from Drowners throughout 2014.

Words Lauren Wade

 

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When dream indie and post punk collide; the product is bound to be epically delicious. This is a sound we are treated to with Warrington four-piece The Anecdotes, who describe themselves by saying "If Foals, Peace, The Cure and The Strokes had a lovechild". Whilst this may seem arrogant at first, one listen to the band's latest EP Origami Waves proves they are able to crush that arrogance with rock growls and heady riffs.

Opening number, Origami Waves captures The Anecdotes’ trademark beach grunge noise, with hints of heaviness thrown in for good measure. Lingering vocals are employed, along with smashing drums that really hammer home how talented the band really is. Kaleidoscope, a more subdued number infected with tasteful hooks and tumbling grooves, proves just how far the group can stretch artistically.
 

Fell Into A Dream is also a mellow number, with tender moments here and blissful chords there. It’s rare that such an upbeat band is able to produce a headrush of calm and sentimentality. Final number, Sepia Fields is drenched in beach grunge vibes (once more) and shimmering exquisiteness. Deliberate or not, the group manage to sound like The Maccabees and Bombay Bicycle Club, yet their psych tinge seeps out and formulates this track into something better than we could have hoped for, eliminating all other competition. From the EP, two things became apparent: If The Anecdotes' continue to craft music in this fashion, soon enough they will be basking in success. Secondly, this plush collection is enough to ensure a flock of keen fans will always be rooting for them.

 

 

 

 

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This dreamy psych pop produces a swirling wash of guitars and retro rock revival that is thrilling at its core, radiating Strokes esque vibes throughout. The instrumentation is laid out classily and employs a smooth and sophisticated intoxication of sound, leaving the impression the band are veterans of the music industry, when this is only their third single (one that leaves an unsatisfied thirst for more).

 

 

 

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Little Green Cars - Harper Lee

This five piece from Dublin are creating a stir in the music industry. Their single Harper Lee is named after the author who wrote the classic To Kill A Mockingbird, and I assure you this song is almost as good as the novel.

For fans of: Arcade Fire, Swim Deep, The National, Coldplay and Death Cab for Cutie.

Fun Lovin' Criminals - Scooby Snacks

I'm taking you back to the 90's briefly with this little number. It was featured on E4's My Mad Fat Diary (which is the best show on television right now) and I've had it stuck in my head ever since. Also the guitar riffs on this track are pretty special.

For fans of: Primal Scream, Happy Mondays, Supergrass, Groove Armada and Daft Punk.

The Charlatans - Crashin' In

Sticking with the 90's revival, I have been listening to The Charlatans quite a bit recently. Their sound is typical of the Britpop era but it's so good. Check this out.

For fans of: Oasis, Blur, Ocean Colour Scene, The Stone Roses and The Jam.

 

The Strokes - One Way Trigger

The Strokes have finally released a new single! One Way Trigger will feature on their eagerly anticipated fifth album and the band are giving this song away free on their website. Get this in your life now.

For fans of: Arctic Monkeys, The Libertines, The Rolling Stones, The Hives and The White Stripes.

Haim - Don't Save Me

Californian based band Haim are turning heads in the UK for the right reasons with their easy-going, chilled American vibes. I genuinely love this song. Give it a listen as I predict this band will be major soon.

For fans of: AlunaGeorge, The Neighbourhood, Jessie Ware, Peace and San Cisco.

 

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1. The Smiths - Hatful Of Hollow

I love this album more than life itself. In fact if albums were people; this would be me in album form. Some people have said in the past that Morrissey's lyrics are "too political" however I think they're perfection. This album was originally released on 12th November 1984 through record company Rough Trade, and reached #7 on the UK Albums Chart, where it stayed for 46 weeks in total. In my opinion the best tracks on the album are: This Charming Man, Hand in Glove, Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now and Girl Afraid.

Get this album in your life asap.

2. Arctic Monkeys - Humbug

The third album was an unexpected treat, that crept up on fans. Controversial, at best, this was as album that didn't really follow a concept or sound pattern to the previous two. Many fans were put off by it's mysterious sound, when in reality it's a gem. You have to listen to it a few times for the songs to sink into your soul, but when that's complete you've lost yourself in a brilliant maze of lyricism that you'll never forget, or escape from. This is the record that changed my life. I love this album almost as much as the one mentioned above. The reasons why I love it is because it does it's own thing, by showing progress in a unique way whilst clutching that vibe, that originally lured us into the world of Arctic Monkeys. The best tracks on this album are: Crying Lightening, Secret Door, Cornerstone and Dance Little Liar. Humbug was released on Domino Records in 2009.

3. The Vaccines - No Hope

After a whirlwind promotional tour, and tour dates with major bands such as Arctic Monkeys - The Vaccines have truly made a name for themselves now. No Hope marks the progress that has been made since we last heard them on b-side 'Tiger Blood' which was appropiately produced by The Strokes' Albert Hammond Jr. 'No Nope' definitely has a Strokes vibe about it, but we're not here to draw comparisons. The Vaccines second album 'The Vaccines Come Of Age' is set for release on September 3rd on Columbia records

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