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Live Review – Holiday Forever at Checkpoint Charlie 21/12/24

Words and videos: Andrea Naess Holiday Forever is the translated name of the Norwegian indie pop/rock 4-piece Evig Ferie. They describe their music as ‘wave-based’, and that goes well with their surf rock, hang-loose mentality that the band from Mjøsa, Norway is so known for. The 4-piece has come all the way to Stavanger on the stormy west coast of Norway, to Checkpoint Charlie, a … Continue reading Live Review – Holiday Forever at Checkpoint Charlie 21/12/24

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Live Review – Molchat Doma at Roundhouse 24/10/2024

Words: Andrea Naess Photo: @molchatdomaband (Instagram) Belarusian trio Molchat Doma (Translated to Silent House) have seen an enormous rise in success over the last few years, after their 2020 breakthrough hit ‘Судно’ (Sudno) went viral on TikTok, accompanied by videos of brutalist soviet style architecture and somewhat romanticizing the gloomy, run down aestetics of the former eastern bloc. Belarus is one of the few former Soviet … Continue reading Live Review – Molchat Doma at Roundhouse 24/10/2024

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Live Review – Vinyl Williams at Moth Club 28/4/2024

After seeing the LA-based multimedia artist perform at The Shacklewell Arms in 2022, LDN writer Andrea Naess eagerly welcomes back Vinyl Williams at one of her favourite East London venues. Words and photos: Andrea Naess  Vinyl William’s unique blend of psychedelic soundscapes and dream pop has gained him a steady and loyal following since his debut in 2007. Having previously seen his set at The … Continue reading Live Review – Vinyl Williams at Moth Club 28/4/2024

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BIMM Introducing: Milena Galasso

Words: Andrea Naess BIMM’s rising pop talent Milena Galasso, released her 3rd single this morning ‘Singing Through the Pain’. The message of the song is perfect in a world where people seem to get increasingly more polarised and sceptical towards each other. The singer-songwriter found inspiration for her song through the Covid-19 pandemic, and about the song she says: “The idea for this song came to … Continue reading BIMM Introducing: Milena Galasso

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New Music Friday 24/3/23

Words: Andrea Naess It’s LDN’s breakdown of New Music Friday again, with the best new music that you can feast your eyes and ears on today. Stand by for Tanichikan, Tame Impala, NOAHFINNCE & Bears in Trees, Of All Things and Firetoken #1 Tanukichan – Don’t Give Up The SF-based singer/songwriter just released her second album ‘GIZMO’ 3rd of March. The chillwave/dadrock artist is self-taught, she … Continue reading New Music Friday 24/3/23

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New Music Friday 10/3/23

It’s LDN’s breakdown of New Music Friday again, with the best new music that you can feast your eyes and ears on today. Stand by for Sam Akpro, Gorillaz, August Ubeda, Lily Moore and Bleach Lab. Words: Andrea Naess #1 Sam Akpro – Trace London-based Sam Akpro released his latest single ‘Trace’, and this one is a track to look out for –not to mention … Continue reading New Music Friday 10/3/23

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New Music Friday 3/3/23

It’s LDN’s breakdown of New Music Friday, with the best new music to enjoy post love month and pre ‘spring has sprung’. From bad ass female empowerment to head-bopping pop-anthems and soft tunes matching the sunrays – this week we present you songs by well-known favourites like Halsey and Gorillaz, Tik Tok new comers Lola Young and Caity Baser and BIMM London’s Leo Walrus. Words: … Continue reading New Music Friday 3/3/23

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