Population II is a band dedicated to its disengagement, constantly working on refining their imposing, yet unpretentious sound. A trio consisting of singer/drummer Pierre-Luc Gratton, guitarist/keyboardist Tristan Lacombe and bassist Sébastien Provençal, Population II are masters at both improvised madness and sophisticated composition, delivering heavy psychedelic rock infused with feverish funk rhythms, a hint of jazz philosophy, a burst of energy reminiscent of punk's early days, and a love of minor scales that harkens back to the roots of heavy metal. The band's uniqueness is reinforced by Pierre-Luc's unique voice and his introspective, nostalgic and offbeat lyrics.

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Population II returned in October 2023 with Électrons libres du québec, their sophomore album, this time released on Bonsound. A little more straightforward than its predecessor, this new record reflects a natural progression of the sound the trio established on their previous releases, showing a sharp sense of songcraft and an undeniable expertise of their instruments.

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Ghost Funk Orchestra is a genre-bending collective that merges the soulful depths of classic funk with the cinematic textures of psychedelia, jazz, and Afrobeat. Founded by multi-instrumentalist Seth Applebaum, this NYC-based group creates an atmospheric, groove-driven soundscape that feels both retro and futuristic. With a heavy focus on brass, deep basslines, and haunting vocal harmonies, Ghost Funk Orchestra conjures a mystical, ethereal vibe that transports listeners into a world of swirling rhythms and cinematic grandeur.

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Their music is perfect for fans of artists like Fela Kuti, Sly & The Family Stone, and Khruangbin, but with a more experimental twist. Each track feels like a journey, from the hypnotic instrumental jams to their soul-stirring lyrical moments. Whether live or in the studio, Ghost Funk Orchestra delivers an immersive experience that’s as mysterious as it is funky, making it a must-listen for anyone craving a unique, genre-defying sound that will linger long after the music fades.

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ft Rishi Dhir, known for his work with Elephant Stone and Alex Mass of The Black Angels

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In a landscape where the term 'psych' often feels confined and predictable, MIEN stands out as a beacon of true psychedelic exploration, redefining the boundaries of the genre with their innovative soundscapes and bold experimentation.

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Rishi met John Mark Lapham of The Earlies, whose electronic and production expertise would become a cornerstone of MIEN's sound. Robb Kidd (Alex Maas, Golden Dawn Arkestra) joined the band on drums in 2018. These connections eventually led to the formation of MIEN, a band that seamlessly blends their varied musical backgrounds into a unique sonic tapestry.

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"Apocalyptic psych rock." Pitchfork

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"MIEN is the line-up of your dreams" Clash

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The double headliner you've all been waiting for! Two of Brighton's finest going back to back.

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Los Angeles based musician Charles Moothart (Fuzz, Goggs, Freedom Band) released previous solo work under the moniker CFM. Now working under his full name, as change is the only universal truth, Moothart's latest album Black Holes Don't Choke (out now on In The Red) is made up of "love songs for the apocalypse." It is his most self-assured solo release to date. Heavy riffs alternating with spacious tunes, and a live set that vacillates from fast and loose to groovy and heady. Moothart is now touring with a live band comprised of 4 veterans of the Los Angeles music scene with too many credentials to list. This lineup brings a new sense of dynamic while holding on to grit and drive. All of these factors crack open a new chapter for the Californian multi-instrumentalist.

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After trying to reschedule this show several times during the pandemic, we finally have @bananagun_bananagram gracing the coast!

“Australia’s answer to The Go! Team tap into utopian 60s psych and spiritual jazz” Uncut

“Listening to Bananagun means knowing that their music is ever evolving, in a constant state of flow” Shindig!

 

 

Departing from the ultra-slick bursts of sunshine pop and afrobeat that defined their 2020 debut The True Story of Bananagun, the Australian five-piece return to muddy the waters with a heavy blend of incendiary jazz and freak-beat experimentation. It’s Bananagun alright, but braver, bolder and more mysterious than ever.

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Bon Enfant is a quintet as plural as its members and horizons, for whom rock is as much a passion as a way of life. Formed at the end of the previous decade by Daphné Brissette and Guillaume Chiasson as a means of breaking new ground, the band was soon joined by Etienne Côté (LUMIÈRE), Melissa Fortin and Alex Burger - and soon delivered a homonymous debut album, celebrated as the best Franco of 2019 by Le Devoir and awarded the Lucien for Rock Album of the following year at GAMIQ.

 

From the outset, the band's groovy pop sound borrowed notably from folk-rock and psych, and two years later they came back with Diorama, an even broader palette, incorporating aspects of image music, disco, hard rock and glam rock - a convincing combination that earned them the Félix for Rock Album of the Year at the 2022 ADISQ gala.

 

It wasn't long before the band was touring Quebec, Europe and the U.K. - the beginning of a global craze that discredited the territorial issue of language in favor of good tunes. Shaping a permeable, open-minded rock that always avoids pastiche, the band persists in adapting popular resonances while embracing new musical niches for the future: Demande spéciale will be released this autumn under Duprince Records.

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Newcastle based rockers Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs are delighted to announce a new headline UK tour for April 2025.

Simultaneously the band bludgeon back with 'Detroit' - the first taste of new material from the Pigs pen since February 2023's 'Land of Sleeper' LP release. 'Detroit' is a huge slab of striking noise rock about a hideous man with even worse behaviours. Says band bellower Matt Baty on the track: "Detroit reflects on the worst manifestations of male jealousy and resentment, and the ways in which the deliberate avoidance of accountability can lead to deflecting responsibility in exchange for blaming external forces like fate or God for perceived injustice".

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​Now settled in fertile east London, Snapped Ankles maintain the feral energy of the forest. Fight or flight. Primal motorik rhythms, the rush of white noise and post-punk angles; an aural onslaught played out on homemade log synths, electrified guitars and sticks beating hell on taut animal skin.

Snapped Ankles have flourished in the sub-tropical climes of warehouse and squat parties, moving onto performance art collaborations with filmmakers and shows in unlikely locations such as barber shops, games arcades and the forests they once called home. They plough a singular furrow at improbable angles. The woodwose have discovered electricity and they’re not afraid to use it.

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