Electronica

On the 31st of March, the sensational, genre-defying three-piece band DMA'S released their new record ‘How Many Dreams?’. The album is rightfully a project that they “couldn’t be more proud of” and it showcases the remarkable diversity of DMA’S sound. Impact’s Lottie Murray chats to Johnny Took about the...

There are few bands, inside the little musical niche that Django Django have excavated, that are capable of delivering the energy levels that their beat-driven, synth-heavy tunes deserve. But at Rescue Rooms on Tuesday 22 March, these fellows proved that accessing that energy was as easy as plugging in your phone. Though...

Back on another world tour, the alternative/ indie rock legends Imagine Dragons bring their third album ‘Evolve’ (2017) to sold out arenas across the UK. Supported by the genre-defying K.Flay, both artists create an unforgettable night. With her iconic, almost breathy vocals, K.Flay showcased her ability to instantly transition...

Ever the alluringly spiky contrarian, John Grant heralded his third album with an unnerving promo vid. Pairing Sylvanian Family quaintness with The Shining, the video depicted blood-drenched Grant dressed all mom-n-apple-pie wielding a gore spattered mallet as the title track relayed overhead. It’s all in much the same vein...

Festival-goers wave goodbye to a symphonic summer after Bestival 2015. The self-proclaimed Best Festival, situated on the picturesque Isle of Wight, may have just lived up to its name. From farfetched fanfares to wacky weddings, this gathering was so much more than the music. If you have never been,...