Kasey Karlsen is a singer-songwriter and the frontwoman of Deadlands, a band from Long Island, New York, who first gained wide attention on TikTok a few years ago. Her philosophy is that being true to yourself is far cooler than trying to fit in. With this mindset, she continues to showcase her talent through various projects and inspire her audience, while constantly setting new goals – both individually and alongside her bandmate, CJ Arey.
A Promising Start to the Year from Say It Anyway – The Band Kicks Off an Adventure-Filled Year with Mascara Mess
South Wales/Southwest UK-based pop-rock band Say It Anyway is back with a true earworm, releasing their brand-new single, Mascara Mess, on 23rd January 2025. Following the upbeat summer hit Vampires, the band now takes a deeper dive into raw emotion and powerful storytelling.
Through highs and lows – Interview with Awake Consciousness
We had the chance to ask some questions to get to know Madrid-based metalcore band Awake Consciousness better - the up-and-coming band's singer Ira Kero not only gave us an insight into the challenges of the metal scene, but also shared her own experiences of how building a career in music as a woman can be different. Finally, here's a fun fact: they were in Budapest about a month ago, in S8, so some of you probably heard them in person!
The musical alchemy of the flow where magic unfolds – Interview with Say It Anyway
In January this year, South Wales/South West UK-based Say It Anyway featuring Loz Nelson, Charlie Parsons, Daniel Baker, and Jordan Dibble, teamed up with their new vocalist, Meg Borges. While the punk rock band has been active in the scene for the past three years, Megan has injected fresh creativity into the group. We caught up with them following the release of their latest track Vampires—the first with the new setup—and they were eager to discuss the new direction their collaboration is taking and what lies ahead for the band.
Welsh pop punk band Say It Anyway unveils new song Vampires
Their latest release marks an exciting new phase for the band, showcasing their evolving sound and the fresh perspective of their new lead singer, Meg. South Wales pop punk group Say It Anyway is excited to present their brand new single, Vampires!
The marriage of beauty and brutality – Interview with LASTELLE
It's always difficult to turn challenging moments and pain into strength, especially when it also becomes art. For LASTELLE this is not a big deal! The up-and-coming post-hardcore band from the UK prove song by song why they are a rising star to watch in 2024. Their latest song, Changes with the Seasons came out this week and their next EP will be out this autumn, so we had plenty to talk about. The band's guitarist Jonjo Williams answered our questions.
‘Changes with the Seasons’ – the epicly expansive new single from LASTELLE
Fast-rising post-hardcore outfit LASTELLE have revealed a hard to describe, beautiful new song ‘Changes with the Seasons’ with an accompanying music video.
A trio of angelic backing vocalists touring the world – Interview with Espera | W a y o
Currently, they are backing vocalists for a globally touring band. Their distinctive sound and harmonious blend have already earned them widespread recognition. They are Espera from England, comprising Lyns, Mattie and Paige. Despite their diverse personalities, they are united by their shared passion for music, dedication, perseverance in their careers and, last but not least, their friendship. We spoke with them about their future plans, unforgettable touring experiences, and who they are behind the scenes.
Gothic vibe, that bleeds into the music – Interview with St. October
Their music is not just special due to its unique and powerful sound, anchored by their female vocalist, Monica. It's also infused with a haunting, gothic vibe that adds a fresh yet familiar hue to the metal scene. As the Iowa metal band gears up for a seven-date tour with Secreum in the UK this year, one thing is certain: boredom won't be on the itinerary.
LASTELLE release anthemic new single ‘Life in Silhouettes’
Following the band’s triumphant return with new music last month, post-hardcore five-piece LASTELLE are quickly following up the success they’ve seen in early 2024 with the release of their brand-new single ‘Life In Silhouettes’.
