the brilliantly simple. started out as a one-man experiment of loop pedals and sample pads. Through obvious restrictions and the longing for that full-band essence, a four-friend collective formed what it is today – an abrasive indie rock outfit from in and around the Surrey Hills. Without claiming to be innovative, we endeavour to deliver a pleasing concoction of big sounds with occasional climax, tranquil breakdowns and meaningful lyrics. We wholly hope you enjoy it.x


Nothing finer by the brilliantly simple

Wednesday 26 August 2009

Reading bells...

After returning from a simply lovely weekend at Green Man festival, (located in the stunning Welsh mountains of Brecon Beacons), I’ve found myself back in my orthopedic Chichester chair, writing about non-invasive ventilation systems with no time to spare (un-intentional rhyme) before dashing off to Reading festival tomorrow morning. I am to be reviewing it for gigwise this year, so am preparing myself for a whole different perspective and responsibility in comparison to the past 8 years.

This post is essentially a set-up for a chance to read the reviews to come. I’ve been told that as many bands as possible need reviewing, which myself and co-writer Andy, will strive to do. We also have interviews lined up with Placebo, Manchester Orchestra and Glasvegas. It’s all going to be a dramatic change to the carefree shenanigans of beer, banter and buzzing around the gritty fields of Reading, so I’m curiously looking forward to it.

This time next week should be a good time to check back here for the finished reviews of the whole weekend. I say ‘whole weekend’, I’m sure I’m just going to end up writing a ‘Radiohead featuring Jesse Lacey’ article which will no doubt lead to my gigwise demise (also un-intentional rhyme). 

See you soon

x

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