This week's new music...

Team WaterPolo

Preston's homegrown indie/electro poppers Team WaterPolo are another new favourite recommendation of mine for 2009.

I think the thing that initially drawed me to them, was that they were from Preston. My initial reaction was something like: "GOD! there are talented musicians in this place!"

But seriously, having seen them live i can honestly say they are a cataclysmic explosion of pop fused with funky electro and intertwined with the best parts of indie.

One of my all time favourtie songs, which i would definatly recommend is "Letting Go" whose boppy tone and sing-out loud chorus ensure this record is a real hit. See for yourself, check out their myspace on: http://www.myspace.com/teamwaterpolo or give them a listen on itunes.

With the debut album set to be released this summer the band are generating a buzz like no other, i know im a fan.

Their latest single release is "So called Summer" and from the mixing desk to the shows crouds have lapped it up. And with lyrics that depict Preston perfectly its something to relate to.

A firm recommendation and a favourite for dancing :)

Vicki

This weeks new music fix

Little Comets

Little Comets are a breaking new band whose funky indie beats have already made waves on the radio, and are a definite recommendation for 2009.

For a band who describe themselves as "sunshine divided by rain plus (geo + po)etry" they are doing pretty well, settting off on a mammoth tour and supporting the likes of The Fratellis, Little Comets have definitly got something.

The first song i heard by them immediatly grabbed me by the ears and hooked me, "One Night in October" is a delectibly brilliant indie dance song, with a doubly irresistible video to match.

(click here to see the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHpILkfDYIs)

This song is set to be the anthem of the summer, with catchy lyrics and a voice you'll love.

The Newcastle indie-pop quartet can be found performing on public transport near you, with hanging kitchen utensils, not one for conventional gigs!

They describe most of their songs as an observation on life, such as "one night in october" which is about a couple arguing over stupid things.

I love this band and would definitly recommend them, their single "One Night in October" is out now, and you can check them out on their Myspace at: http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewProfile&friendID=187363042

Vicki

This week's new music

Dan Black

The latest artist set to explode onto the music scene is Dan Black. The French-loving Brit is set to be hit with his mix-up of electro/indie/hip-hop dance floor fillers.

The edgy artist has received much praise for his remix of Notorious B.I.G's "Hypntz" which features Rhianna's "umbrella" back beat. Signed by A&M records and producing records at an alarming rate, Dan is set to leap into our Summer with anthems such as "Yours" and his latest single "Alone".

The thing that makes Dan different is his voice, its like Sigor Ros jamming with Jay-Z, his quirky voice and witty lyrics tie in awesomely with the bassey/electro beats he uses.

A personal favourite of mine is the track "Yours" which features an incredibly catchy chorus and a dance-around-like-you-just-don't-care attitude. A definite listen.

Teaming up with the "Chic & Artistic" film producer has meant his wacky, colourful videos are pretty trippy, but a must see.

Check out his Myspace for more info, songs and piccys, here is the link:

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewProfile&friendID=320024072

Also check out his videos on Youtube, just type in: "Dan Black"

cheers

Vicki x

Hi there,

This week I've been scouring the net for the best new and unsigned bands that deserve a little publicity, and frankly this week's band are very deserving.

Heading up Manchester's Alternative scene are the phenomenal "Airship". This unsigned Manc band recently featured in Channel M's "One's to watch 09" and its easy to see why.

With gorgeous, melodic vocals and catchy lyrics the band are set to stomp all over 2009 and get some rightly deseverd publicity.

The band sound like a cross between Radiohead, without the annoying frontman, and Snow-Patrol having a drink with Mumm-Ra.

Their new EP "Spirit of the Beehive" is currently available on Itunes and features stand out tracks like "This is Hell" a harmonic sensation for the ears, and "So After All" a stand out teen anthem with catchy, energetic lyrics.

You can catch the band on tour now, and at £3.16 the EP is well worth a listen. Great Band.

Vicki