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Hello February!
After a very hard working January, scurrying behind the scenes and setting up lots of lovely new bands, we’re happy to say hello to February. We had a fantastic 2011 with ABoF being featured in several magazines (NME and Live UK), plus our bands did terrifically well, hitting all major magazines and websites last year.
So here’s a little rundown of what’s been going down here at ABoF towers since the start of the year and what’s coming up in the next month or two! If you make it to the end, there are lots of free tracks to download and stream in this newsletter, if you've any questions about anything you read here, please email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) and remember to keep checking our official website for all the latest news!
HP and Last.fm presents David Guetta
A few weeks ago, the culmination of many months of hard work and planning with Last.fm finally happened - David Guetta and 2ManyDJs DJ-ed exclusively for HP and Last.fm at The Rose Club - an event for HP and Last.fm’s media partners.
The club was packed, there were lots of happy faces and the music was terrific. This was the largest event we’ve had to organise and manage since we started and we’ve promted our fair share of events in the past (sold out shows with Hell Is For Heroes and Jeffrey Lewis to name but a few).
Super photographer Lee Allen was on the scene to capture the good vibes on the night, as you can see, we all had a great time!
The Crowd
Team ABoF and Last.fm
New Year, New Bands, New Music!
As you can see from our website, Facebook and Twitter activity, we’ve been announcing new bands and releases left right and centre. As always, you can stream and download free tracks from the artist pages on our website or our official Soundcloud page.
Access Royale, an alternative indie band from Washington DC, are brand new to our roster and with a sound akin to The Dismemberment Plan. We are very excited to see what happens with these guys in the next few months as they prepare to release their debut album City of Paradigm on 17th May. The track "Hide" is available to download now from our Soundcloud page.
If you prefer your music a little more on the filmic, post-rock edge of alternative then Atom Eye will be right up your street. This is Elsie Martins’ side project whilst she steps aside from Phantom for the moment to create gorgeous, experimental, cinematic soundscapes. The single Trilogy Part I is available to download from Atom Eye's official website from 6th February 2012.
Our very own electro rockers, The Unkindness of Ravens, return with the single Last Call For The River (out 5th March). The single is taken from their eagerly awaited debut album Virus out 7th May on Sonic Fire Records. Last Call For The River is available to stream no via the band's Soundcloud page.
Turnpike Glow released their first free download before Christmas and now start the year with their heads held high with the planned release of the single 1986, a track that’s been remixed by Broken Social Scene’s producer, Dave Newfeld. The track is available to stream now but will be available to download free from 5th March.
Finally, Saturday Night Gym Club, a band that site M83 and Ólafur Arnalds as a few of their influences, prepare to release their EP How To Build A Life Raft on 5th March. You can download the title track of the EP now and also watch the video for “I Know featuring Ellie Walker” on their YouTube channel.
Scotland Rocks!
When it comes to new music, Scotland prove more than ever before that they're pushing boundaries and stretching imaginations. We’ve got lots of new Scottish bands on our roster and each are as different and exciting as the next.
In case you missed them, The Birthday Suit (Rod Jones from Idlewild) released their debut album Sing It Alone in November. Now they’re ready to hit the road, about to embark upon a UK tour from February 10th, full dates are on our website.
French Wives are set to release their debut album Dream of the Inbetween, out 7th May. Having only just announced our involvement with the band last week, the free track from their album - "Younger" - has already had around a thousand listens and is getting folk buzzing with excitement online. If you're a fan of indie greats like Belle & Sebastian and Teenage Fanclub, these guys are for you.
Tango in the Attic return. The Glenthrothes four-piece are set to release their much anticipated second album on April 12th (so fresh from the studio, it’s yet to be named!). The album is the follow-up to their fantastic 2010 debut Bank Place Locomotive Society. The live session video for the track “Swimming Pool” is available to watch on their YouTube channel.
Vigo Thieves also make a comeback after a short break, writing and recording new songs. They’re about to release their EP Heart and Soul Part 1 on 5th March, the first EP of a two-part release. Their new sound harks back to those epic 80s greats like Simple Minds and U2, real sing a long stuff. "Heartbeats" is available to download from our Soundcloud page now.
Join us at Geek Out
After a short break, we’re back DJ-ing at Geek Out!
The night is run by Mark Beaumont (NME, Guardian) and Dan Martin (NME, Guardian) and we’ve been DJ-ing there for the last year. It runs the first Thursday of every month, the next Geek Out will feature Turnpike Glow’s single launch for 1986.
It’s free entry on Thursday March 1st 2012 at The Wheelbarrow, Camden. Hope to see you there!
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The Unkindness of Ravens to release “Last Call For The River”
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"Genuine contenders for being one of the best underground electro bands out there at the moment..." - Artrocker Magazine
The Unkindness of Ravens are the hardest working underground electro-rock duo on the scene. After two prolific years of releases, videos and live shows Nina Wagner (vox) and Ben Raine (bass & vox) are ready to release their next single Last Call For The River, taken from their forthcoming debut album Virus.
The band have previously been compared to The Kills, which is not bad at all, but the pair have taken their sound further than the usual indie electro clash vibe of their peers, transcending all genres - electro, rock and indie.
Last Call For The River, features their signature sound of hypnotic, pumping beats supported by Ben’s cacophonous bass lines and Nina’s sexy, sultry vocals. As Nina seductively calls “I was made this way”, it feels as though they’ve trapped you in their melodic web, with no escape, and after this intense 3-minutes is over, you’ll be left wanting to hear more..
Last Call For The River is available to listen now on The Unkindness of Ravens Soundcloud page. It will be available to download free from March 5th 2012.
These last few years have seen Nina and Ben release a slew of singles - Dead Air and White Road culminated with the band’s first EP relase in 2010, I Used To Be So Pretty. Excellent reviews and coverage followed from magazines like Rock Sound to Artrocker and an array of features online on Clash, NYLON and The 405.
In 2011, the pair focussed on playing shows around Europe, particularly Berlin, where they now sometimes base themselves to write and record. Just before the end of last year, they released the double a-side single Virus | Viper, the video for which appeared on NME.com amongst an array of other online hubs. In fact, the band have become known for their unique style when it comes to their videos with the visuals for Virus being hailed by the band as “a cross between Blade Runner and Black Swan”.
The video for Virus is still available to watch on The Unkindness of Ravens Soundcloud page. Please be warned, this video contains strobe effects.
The Unkindness of Ravens are one of the UK’s most exciting underground prospects. Last Call For The River will be released on March 5th 2012 on Sonic Fire Records, with their debut album set to drop in May 2012. The the future looks exciting indeed for The Unkindness of Ravens.
The Unkindness of Ravens on DIY Radio tonight!
The Unkindness Of Ravens have their own show on DIY Radio tonight. Nina and Ben will be spinning tunes and chatting in between. They'll be on at 11pm so make sure you tune in later tonight!
Raven's last single, Virus | Viper, was released Sonic Fire Records a few months ago. It is available to buy on iTunes, but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
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Turnpike Glow Interviewed by Panic Dots!
We've got a double header of news for Turnpike Glow this friday!
Panic Dots managed to catch up with them before their show at The Wheelbarrow in Camden last thursday, to chat about the important things - like the inspiration they draw from the one, and only, Dr Tobias Fünke, London's world famous cheap rent, and why they decided to take the plunge and leave Italy behind them. Be sure to check out the full interview.
Panic Dots were also on hand to review Geek Out at The Wheelbarrow, where Turnpike Glow played live alongside The Unkindness Of Ravens for a night of fantastic music. Be sure to check out the full review.
Watch out for an official single, which will be released in early 2012, along with the band's debut EP. Keep checking the A Badge of Friendship website for details.
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The Unkindness Of Ravens featured on Some Of It Was True!
The Unkindness Of Ravens may have released their latest single, Virus | Viper, way back at the beginning of October, but that hasn't stopped them picking up another great bit of press.
Some Of It Was True! have featured the single in its entirety for you to listen to for free on their site, and have even included an interesting little train-of-thought introduction to get you into the right frame of mind for the intense, industrial electro rock experience that is The Unkindness Of Ravens.
Virus | Viper is released via Sonic Fire Records. The single is available to buy on iTunes, but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
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ABoF News: Hello November!
After an unseasonably warm October, it was only a matter of time until winter reared its frosty head, so we thought we'd warm you up with news of what's going down this month at ABoF HQ.The month has only just kicked off, so we thought we'd send a little update about what's coming up. We've got some great releases out in the next few weeks and ABoF have been featured in the November 5th issue of NME - not bad for the first week of the month! If you've any questions about what you read below, please get in touch: info@abadgeoffriendship.
Free MP3s can always be downloaded from our Soundcloud page and any other information you need about the artists, labels and other companies we work with can be found on our official website. Thanks for reading - we hope you have a great month ahead!
Last.fm's DELS Pop-Up Session
Following an exciting summer of music,HP and Last.fm have once again joined forces to present three more pop-up sessions as part of HP's Everybody On global campaign, celebrating how people around the world are using HP technology to pursue their personal and professional passions.
The first of these sessions will be a free live performance from DELS (aka Kieran Dickins) on the 7th November at The Lock Tavern - there are no tickets required, so just turn up at 8pm. DELS is a new type of rapper (which is another way of saying that he’s more than just a rapper), applying the kind of attention to detail, micro-management and macro-vision which Jay-Z used to build a business empire. DELS makes art.
The Leisure Society are also lined-up for the the pop-up session treatment on 24th November at Tamesis Dock. For all the latest information keep up to date on HP's "Artists Lounge".
November Releases
We've lots two great releases out this month, both from Scottish artist's who've already left a huge mark on the indie/alternative scene.
The Moth & The Mirror have been proclaimed as a Scottish supergroup, comprising of members taken from an array of Scottish talent including: Stacey Sievwright from The Reindeer Section and Arab Strap (vocals/guitar), Gordon Skene from Frightened Rabbit(guitar/vocals), Louis Abbott from Admiral Fallow and Song of Return (guitar/vocals) Kevin McCarvel (bass), Iain Sandilands (percussion) and Peter Murch (drums).
Honestly, This World is the band's debut album following on from their first official release, the single, Germany. The album is out on November 7th via Olive Grove Records as a download and limited edition CD.
You can listen to, and download, the Headron remix of album track "Germany" over on the ABoF SoundCloud page. We'll be giving away the album track "Fire" next week. Keep checking our Soundcloud for more details.
The Moth & The Mirror - Germany (Headron Remix) by abadgeoffriendship
Idlewild guitarist / songwriter Rod Jones, is back with a remarkable new solo project, The Birthday Suit. Their debut album, The Eleventh Hour, is a return to the noisy pop moments that originally established him as a legend in the UK music scene.Although The Eleventh Hour is due for release on 11th of November 2011 (that's 11.11.11) via Sing It Alone Records, the band have made the album available to download from their official website today at a special early bird price for fans - £5! This special price is only available until the album's official release date, so get in there quick!
You can also listen to album track, "Do You Ever?", over on the ABoF SoundCloud page.
The Birthday Suit - Do You Ever? by abadgeoffriendship
ABoF News - NME, Q Awards and more...
Congratulations for making it this far and thanks for reading - so what else have we been up to?
Paul and Claire were featured in the November 5th issue of NME, talking about the financial aspects of running an independent company and how they cope on a day-to-day basis. Make sure you pick up a copy this week!
Team ABoF donned their glad rags and headed down to the Q Awards aftershow party to play the first DJ set of the night, and also as an excuse to people watch in the VIP area. It also coincided with assistant Ed's first anniversary with the company - so what better excuse for a party?
Paul drew a line in the sand with the scenes that form around music, bemoaning the rigid rules that need to be adhered to to be considered "true" to them.
The hairier members of Team ABoF (that's Paul and Ed by the way!) took out their razors on November 1st, to rid themselves of their beards in support of Movember.
It's going to be a few days before their 'mos really kick in, so in the meantime it would be great if you could spare some pennies for the cause: Donate to Paul or Ed - every little bit counts!
October round-up (stuff we forgot!)...
We have been so busy over the last two months, we completely forgot to send out an October newsletter! Here's what went down last month...
The Lowriders started the month releasing single Who's Gonna Save Your Soul and wrapped it up with their much anticipated debut album, Fury, with one of its tracks, "Big Moustache", earning the much coveted "Track of The Day" on Classic Rock Magazine (online).Fury was released via Adrenalin Records on October 31st.
You can buy it for £7.99 from iTunes and £6.99 from Amazon.
Mausi's single, Sol was released on October 10th via Racecar Music, enhancing their reputation to produce fun, danceable tunes, building on the pop foundations with subtle disco influences from the likes of Damn Arms and Pony Pony Run Run. They must have done something right, as NME.com featured the fantastic video for their single on their site, and it seems you can't walk into a Topshop in the UK without hearing the track!Sol was officially released this week via Racecar Music. You can download it via the band's official website.
The Unkindness Of Ravens made a triumphant return to the UK with their new single, the double A-side Virus | Viper.The single(s) were accompanied by two amazing videos, both of which were featured on Artrocker Magazine (online) (who also gave them a fantastic 4 star review) and NME.com.
Virus | Viper is released via Sonic Fire Records. The single is available to buy on iTunes, but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
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The Unkindness Of Ravens “Viper” video featured on Artrocker Magazine (online)!
More news to warm the hearts of The Unkindness Of Ravens while they spread the word about their latest single, Virus | Viper: Artrocker Magazine (online) have featured the seductive video for Viper on their site. If you haven't had a chance to watch it yet, clear a few minutes in your schedule and check it out. You won't be disappointed!
Virus | Viper is released via Sonic Fire Records. The single is available to buy on iTunes, but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
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The Unkindness Of Ravens interviewed by Berlin Beat.
After the release The Unkindness Of Ravens' latest single, Virus | Viper, and their amazing videos, it's no surprise that quite a few publications are itching to have a chat with the electro rock duo.
Berlin Beat managed to catch up with the pair, and talked about the time they spent in Berlin earlier in 2011, and how the experience differed from performing and writing in London. Be sure to check out the full interview.
Check out the video for Virus on the band's YouTube page.
Virus | Viper is released via Sonic Fire Records. The single is available to buy on iTunes, but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
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ABoF Friday News Round-Up!
Another busy week for us here as we finally say goodbye to the October heatwave, and round up what's been going down in the office at ABoF HQ!Released this week..
The Lowriders released their outstanding single, Who's Gonna Save Your Soul, on Monday, giving people a taste of their upcoming album, Fury. They've created a sound that harks back to the days when bands would captivate an audience in a smoky bar with their simple, yet effective, rock and roll grooves.
You can listen to "Big Moustache", a track taken from their upcoming album, on the ABoF SoundCloud page.
The Lowriders - Big Moustache by abadgeoffriendship
Check out their impressive live show at one of the dates listed below:
Who's Gonna Save Your Soul was released via Adrenalin Records. You can buy it for £1.29 from iTunes.
Monday also saw The Unkindness Of Ravens release their hypnotic double a-side Virus | Viper, along with the visually stunning videos for both.
The video for Virus was featured on NME.com, so if you haven't had a chance to watch it yet, be sure to check it out.
They've returned to the UK, honed their sound and the product is this razor sharp double A-side offering. “Virus” is tribal. The pounding beats punctuated only by Ben’s minimalist guitar and Nina’s staccato-like delivery of the lyrics “you have to be the cure”, over and over again. “Viper” demonstrates a different dimension to Nina and Ben’s angular, futuristic sound with heavier guitars and intertwining melodic vocals.
Check out the video for "Viper" on The Unkindness Of Ravens's YouTube page.
The single is currently available to buy on iTunes but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
Coming up...
We spent the rest of the week preparing for the release of Mausi's latest single Sol, out Monday 10th October via Racecar Music. Their certainly has been a lot of interest building up around the Newcastle based band, especially after the video for their single was on NME.com.
In other news...
Team ABoF also found themselves DJing to a bustling crowd at The Wheelbarrow on Thursday at for the ace live music night, Geek Out. If you didn't manage to catch the night, keep an eye on the night's official Facebook page for news of their next event, which runs on the first Thursday of every month. The night is completely free so there's no excuses not to catch the next one on November 3rd!
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The Unkindness Of Ravens video for “Viper” featured on The 405.
If you liked the video for The Unkindness Of Ravens single track, Virus, you are going to absolutley love the video for Viper.
The 405 are featuring the video on their site at the moment, so if you haven't had a chance to check it out yet, head over there now.
Virus | Viper is released via Sonic Fire Records. The single is available to buy on iTunes, but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
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The Unkindness of Ravens: “Virus” video on NME.com!
The Unkindness Of Ravens have been doing rather well this week. The band released their double a-side single Virus | Viper via Sonic Fire Records this week and their video for "Virus" has been doing the rounds online.
NME.com are the latest website to feature the video. Please take a few minutes to check out the video and rate it via the NME website.
The single is currently available to buy on iTunes but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
The video for the track "Viper" was also released this week - you can watch it now via the band's YouTube channel.
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The Unkindness Of Ravens featured on The Music Fix
The Unkindness Of Ravens have had their latest release, the double a-side Virus | Viper, featured in The Music Fix's "Singles Roundup". The site have also featured the hypnotic video for single track, Virus, so if you haven't had a chance to watch it yet, be sure to head over there now.
Virus | Viper is released via Sonic Fire Records. The single is available to buy on iTunes, but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
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The Unkindness of Ravens single review on Artrocker!
The Unkindness Of Ravens released their double a-side single Virus | Viper via Sonic Fire Records today!
Artrocker Magazine are the latest to review the single, giving it a fantastic 4/5.
The single is available to buy on iTunes but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
The video for "Virus" was released a few weeks ago - the band's take on Blade Runner meets Black Swan. They have also released the video for the track "Viper" today, you can watch both videos below.
Virus
Viper
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The Unkindness of Ravens video on Contactmusic.com!
The Unkindness Of Ravens released their double a-side single Virus | Viper via Sonic Fire Records today!
Contactmusic.com have featured the video on their website and Ravens are already rockin' the website's Top 20!
The single is currently available to buy on iTunes but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
The delectable duo also released the video for the track "Viper" today to support the release.
Viper
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The Unkindness Of Ravens featured on Fever Avenue!
The Unkindness Of Ravens have picked up another great piece of press, just in time for the release of their latest single, Virus | Viper.
Fever Avenue have written an impressive feature about the electro rock duo, sharing the band's video for their current single, as well a French Connection Autumn/Winter Collection preview vid, in which single track Virus was used. Be sure to head over there to check out the full article.
Virus | Viper was released today via Sonic Fire Records. The single is available to buy on iTunes, but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
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The Unkindness of Ravens release “Virus / Viper”
The Unkindness Of Ravens release their double a-side single Virus | Viper via Sonic Fire Records today!
The single is available to buy on iTunes but you can buy it cheaper via the band's Bandcamp page.
The video for "Virus" was released a few weeks ago - the band's take on Blade Runner meets Black Swan. They have also released the video for the track "Viper" today, you can watch both videos below.
Viper
Virus
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ABoF Friday News Round-Up!
It's been another busy week here at ABoF HQ and before we head out into the last of the summer sun, here's a round-up of what's been going down this week...Roster Newbies!
This week we announced two new brilliant bands to the ABoF roster - The Birthday Suit and The Moth & The Mirror. Both are from Scotland and both are utterly superb.
The Birthday Suit is Rod Jones from Idlewild. Whilst Idlewild are on hiatus, Rod and his band release The Birthday Suit's debut album The Eleventh Hour on 11th November 2011. Yes, that's 11.11.11! So, no excuses, make sure you grab yourself a copy when the album is released via Sing It Alone Records.
In the meantime, you can download the free album track "Do You Ever?" from our Soundcloud page.
The Birthday Suit - Do you ever? by abadgeoffriendship
The Moth & The Mirror are also set to release their debut album,Honestly, This World, on Olive Grove Records. The album is absolutely stunning and a fine example of the calibur of music coming from Scotland at the moment.
The band have been proclaimed as a Scottish supergroup, comprising of members taken from an array of Scottish talent including: Stacey Sievwright from The Reindeer Section and Arab Strap (vocals/guitar), Gordon Skene from Frightened Rabbit (guitar/vocals), Louis Abbott from Admiral Fallow and Song of Return (guitar/vocals) Kevin McCarvel (bass), Iain Sandilands (percussion) and Peter Murch (drums).
You can listen to Germany (Headron Remix), a remix of one of their album tracks, on the ABoF SoundCloud page.
The Moth & The Mirror - Germany (Headron Remix) by abadgeoffriendship
A Genuine Freakshow release "Our Bodies / New Houses"
A Genuine Freakshow returned with their third single - the double A-side Our Bodies / New Houses. The single was released this week and is currently available to download now on iTunes, Amazon, 7Digital and Play.com.
This week they were included in The Music Fix's singles round-up as well as a great review from Panic Dots and a feature on
The band are also about to head out on tour next month! Check out the dates below.
- 28 September – Wedgewood Rooms – Portsmouth
- 8 October – Playgroup (Hector’s House) – Brighton
- 13 October – 229 – London
- 14 October – The Vic – Swindon
- 15 October – Lock 42 – Leicester
- 29 October – Academy 2 – Oxford
- 11 November – South Street – Reading
Coming Up!
Claire and Paul ABoF went down to NME this week to take some snaps and speak to NME. We won't say much but we will be in the magazine at the end of October.
Next week The Unkindness of Ravens release their double A-side single Virus / Viper. You can download it for free right now from Soundcloud and watch the video for "Virus" on the band's YouTube channel.
VIRUS - free download by The Unkindness Of Ravens
ABoF will also be DJ-ing Geek Out at The Wheelbarrow in Camden on Thursday 6th October. We'll be DJ-ing from 7.30pm-11.30pm. It's FREE ENTRY so make sure you head down and say hello!
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The Unkindness Of Ravens single reviewed by Panic Dots.
The Unkindness Of Ravens will be happy to see that their upcoming single, the double a-side, Virus | Viper, is already picking up some great reviews online.
Panic Dots absolutely loved the release, awarding it 5 stars, and getting very hot under the collar indeed! Check out the full review on their site, where you can also watch the mesmerising video for single track, Virus
Virus | Viper is due for release on 3rd October 2011 via Sonic Fire Records.
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The Unkindness Of Ravens new single featured on The Music Fix!
The Unkindness Of Ravens have picked up another great feature for their upcoming single, the double a-side Virus | Viper.
The Music Fix have posted the band's hypnotic video for single track, Virus, and have even included a SoundCloud link for visitors to stream, and download, the track for free. If you haven't seen or heard either, be sure to head over there now.
Virus | Viper is due for release on 3rd October 2011 via Sonic Fire Records.
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AAA Music interview The Unkindness Of Ravens
The Unkindness Of Ravens are busy setting the scene for the release of their upcoming single, the double a-side Virus | Viper.
AAA Music managed to catch up with them for a quick chat, asking them about the origin of their name, how image plays a major part in the larger package of performance, and the process that helped them create their distinctive sound.
Head over there now to read the full interview, download a track off the single and watch the fantastic video for Virus.
Virus | Viper is due for release on 3rd October 2011 via Sonic Fire Records.
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The Unkindness of Ravens in the Sourmash Top 10!
The Unkindness Of Ravens released the video for their upcoming single, Virus | Viper last week and the feedback has been brilliant. The video is their take on Blade Runner meets Black Swan with sexy songstress Nina Wagner pulsating to Raven's signature off-kilter beats and guitarist Ben Raine's hypnotic riffs.
Sourmash Music have featured the video in this week's Top Ten - make sure you go check it out now!.
Virus | Viper is due for release on 3rd October 2011 via Sonic Fire Records.
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The Unkindness Of Ravens featured in AAA Music!
This Tuesday sees more press for The Unkindness Of Ravens' upcoming single, Virus | Viper, arriving through the ABoF digital letterbox.
AAA Music have posted a feature about the electro two-piece, keeping their readers up to date with news of their double A-side.
Artrocker Magazine (online) have also posted a standalone video feature for Virus, so if you haven't had a chance to watch it yet, head over there now.
Virus | Viper is due for release on 3rd October 2011 via Sonic Fire Records.
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The Unkindness Of Ravens featured in Artrocker Magazine (online)!
We've got a double header of news for The Unkindness Of Ravens today, as they've picked up two great pieces of online press.
Artrocker Magazine (online) have featured the band's video for Virus, taken from their upcoming single, the double A-side, Virus/Viper.
Kemptation have also started spreading the Ravens love, by allowing their readers to listen to a free stream of Virus. Be sure to head over there, and check it out.
Virus | Viper is due for release on 3rd October 2011 via Sonic Fire Records.
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The Unkindness of Ravens are back!
The Unkindness of Ravens are underground electro duo Nina Wagner (vox) and Ben Raine (bass & vox) and they return with a brand new double A-side single Virus | Viper, due for release on 3rd October 2011 via Sonic Fire Records.The pair have already been compared to acclaimed bands such like The White Stripes and The Kills, however, their sound is darker and heavier, more soulful and progressive. The Unkindness of Ravens are a band to be judged entirely on their own considerable merits.
Virus | Viper comes after Nina and Ben spent the first few months of 2011 writing, recording and touring in Germany. They returned to the UK, honed their sound and the product is this razor sharp double A-side offering. “Virus” is tribal. The pounding beats punctuated only by Ben’s minimalist guitar and Nina’s staccato-like delivery of the lyrics “you have to be the cure”, over and over again. “Viper” demonstrates a different dimension to Nina and Ben’s angular, futuristic sound with heavier guitars and intertwining melodic vocals.
Last year, after series of single releases including Dead Air and White Road, the band released the EP I Used To Be So Pretty. Excellent reviews and coverage followed from magazines like Rock Sound to Artrocker and an array of features online on Clash, NYLON and The 405. This proved that The Unkindness of Ravens’ sound transcends all genres – electro, rock and indie.
You can watch the video for "Virus" is on The Unkindness of Ravens' YouTube channel and is their take on Blade Runner meets Black Swan (warning: contains strobe effects).
"Virus" was also used as the backing track for French Connection's AW11 preview video.
The Unkindness of Ravens are one of the UK’s most exciting underground prospects. They’re live show is brimming with heat and passion, whilst the music is akin to the aforementioned The Kills on acid! With their debut album on the horizon, set to drop in 2012, the future looks exciting for The Unkindness of Ravens.
The Unkindness Of Ravens write to Artrocker Magazine (Online)
The Unkindness Of Ravens have been busy living it up in Berlin for the last few months, but they're getting set to head back to the UK with a brand new single.
While they were over in Germany, they took the time to drop the folks at Artrocker Magazine (online) a quick postcard, giving them an insight into a night on the town with the electro clash duo. Check out the full article over on their site.
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ABoF News Round Up Vol. 1
So much news goes out on a daily basis from ABoF HQ, we thought we'd round it up all here in one lovely news story. Our ABoF news round-up will happen every Friday afternoon including a mixture of what's been going on with our artists, what's gone up on our blog and any ABoF related stirrings.Label Love
This week, the UK was gripped by riots up and down the country. Thousands of people have been affected, and several small businesses may have to shut up shop for good - and all because of some opportunistic looters smashing up anything in their path.
The PIAS distribution centre in Enfield was burnt down during these riots and many of Britain's indie labels lost valuable stock.
Two people that are particularly close to ABoF's heart are Dan Salter (Echoes And Dust) and Hannah Morgan (Rumour Cubes), who, early in the hours of Tuesday morning, started a Twitter campaign that quickly went viral. They're the people behind the LabelLove - a PIAS Benefit.
We interviewed them on our blog this week to find out more about the campaign.
An Endless Room: Exclusive competition on MTV!
MTV UK have posted up an exclusive competition to win two peak recording sessions at An Endless Room - the iconic music studio based in Primrose Hill, London.
The competition closes on 30th September 2011.Bands and musicians can enter the competition via the MTV UK website.
ABoF bands make some noise!
The Blood Arm only just released their second album Turn And Face Me. Over the last week the band have seen a whirlwind of brilliant reviews and great covering from magazines like Uncut, WORD, Big Cheese and Q with more to follow!The "Scots massive" have also been doing particularly well. IndianRedLopez released their debut album Empty Your Lungs And Breathe whilst Esperi released The EP.
Press for all our bands can be found on our artists' profile pages.
Coming up!
In the next week look out for the return of A Genuine Freakshow, releasing a brand news single Our Bodies / New Houses. Plus electro rockers The Unkindness of Ravens bring news of their double A-side offering Virus | Viper.
Keith Top Of The Pops & His Minor UK Indie Celebrity All-Star Backing Band release debut album Fuck You! I'm Keith Top Of The Pops.
We'll also be introducing new artists Mausi and Sweet Baboo to the ABoF roster.
Plus exciting news about Last.fm's last pop-up show of the summer. We'll announce the Mercury Award nominated band next week. The session will take please on the 22nd August.
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The Unkindness Of Ravens break their silence on The Quietus
Things have been a wee bit quiet on the UK front with The Unkindness Of Ravens for the last few weeks, as they've been having the time of their lives in Berlin.
Rather appropriately, they've chosen to break their silence in an interview with The Quietus. Go check it out.
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ABoF: A year in videos!
This year, many bands on a smaller budget took the creative bull by the horns, struck out on their own and produced a plethora of brilliant DIY / independent videos. We're very proud of the video content our bands have produced this year, each reflecting the bands' personality and artistic flavour.We thought we'd round-up some of our roster's best videos and list them for you right here. If you can't see the embedded videos in this newsletter, there are also direct links to the band's YouTube pages.
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Ex Libras - Underachiever
Underachiever was the second single released from Ex Libras terrific debut album Suite(s). The video was shot and directed by Ex Libras' front man Amit Sharma, at an amateur boxing match featuring his younger brother.
The lights in the background flicker with the steady, fluttering beats whilst the slowed down action of the match itself matches the song's epic intensity.
If you'd like to see more videos by Ex Libras, their YouTube channel is the place to visit. You can watch all their music videos, video diaries, live performances and the fantastic documentary "To Build A Studio".
The first single from Suite(s) - Radar - is available to stream and download below but if you're having problems viewing the Soundcloud waveform you can download it directly from our Soundcloud page.
Radar by abadgeoffriendship
Esperi - Snowman
The track "Snowman" is the b-side of Esperi's (aka Chris Lee-Marr) gorgeous Christmas single Made For Life. The single was released this week (December 6th) via Olive Grove Records and the limited edition physical copies already selling out fast.
The video for "Snowman" is a lovely reflection of the song's intimate beauty and a perfect backdrop to one of winter's most wonderful pleasures - building a snowman in your very own back garden.
Esperi recently released the free MP3 "Dialled". If you can't see the Soundcloud waveform below, you can download it directly from our Soundcloud page.
Esperi - Dialled by abadgeoffriendship
Mimas - Vader in Burgos
Mimas are our favourite Danish indie oddballs! They released their second album Lifejackets this year on Big Scary Monsters and the NME.com quickly picked up on their greatness featuring them on the website.
"Vader in Burgos" is a track from the aforementioned album and it shows the band in their natural state - running around like loonies in animal costumes!
"La Moustache Formidable" and "Application" are available to download from our Soundcloud page or you can listen to them below.
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Moulettes - Devil of Mine
Moulettes released their self-titled debut album on Balling the Jack at the tail-end of the summer. The track "Devil of Mine" was released as a video and it's like watching a eerily gorgeous fairytale unfold into before your very eyes. The album was well received with great reviews online and in print (The Independent sung them praises).
The track "Talisman" was released as a free download. If you can't see it below, you can download it from our Soundcloud page.
Talisman by abadgeoffriendship
Phantom - Voodoo Romantic
Voodoo Romantic was the free single released from Phantom's debut album Smoke & Mirrors - a debut which gained critical acclaim from the likes of TheQuietus.com and Classic Rock Prog amongst others.
The video is very minimal, and focusses on the darker element of the band and their love of artists such as Man Ray. Directed by Dan Donovan, the it's more of an art piece than a traditional music video.
If you can't see the video below, you can view it on Phantom's YouTube channel.
Voodoo Romantic can be downloaded from our Soundcloud page or you can stream and download it below.
Voodoo Romantic by abadgeoffriendship
Tango in the Attic - Sketch by Quentin Blake
Everyone's favourite, sunny indie boys, Tango in the Attic, released their last single this year - Sketch by Quentin Blake. It's the second from their debut long player, Bank Place Locomotive Society which reached the number one spot this summer in the Amazon Indie Download Chart.
If you can't see the video below, you can check it out on the band's YouTube channel.
The Unkindness of Ravens - Prototype
The Unkindness of Ravens are a brilliant amalgamation of electro meets rock meets your new future sound of 2011! Nina and Ben have been working hard releasing singles Dead Air and White Road, culminating in the release of their debut EP I Used To Be So Pretty.
The sexy duo are prolific in their DIY video making and their YouTube channel is updated constantly. Below is the video for "Prototype", a free track which was released from the EP. This is Barbarella meets 2011 with an electro clash n' bang!
"Prototype" is available to download from our Soundcloud page or you can stream and download it below.
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Union Sound Set - Cause And Resolve
A change of name, a debut album - Start/Stop - and two singles in the bag, yes, Union Sound Set did exceptionally well during the last half of 2010. BBC Radio 1's Fearne Cotton and the 519 Show picked-up on the band, the rock press were singing them praises and the online community rose to show their support as the band also embarked upon a short UK tour to support the album release.
The video for Cause And Resolve is simply majestic. It definitely sets a place for the band amongst the cream of the indie elite. You can also view the band's other videos on their YouTube channel.
What Would Jesus Drive - Your Awful Kids
What Would Jesus Drive are bringing back good old-fashioned pop punk back to music. Their first video for The Girls Are In Charge was a tongue-in-cheek, quirky animated piece, but it's with Your Awful Kids, where we get a sense of where the band may take us in 2011.
What Would Jesus Drive's band's YouTube channel is the best place to grab all their latest video content.
Your Awful Kids is available to download now via our Soundcloud page or you can stream and download it below.
WWJD - Your Awful Kids by abadgeoffriendship
The Unkindness of Ravens featured in Nylon PLUS a review in Rock Sound Magazine
Happy Monday everybody. We hope your weekend was as relaxed as ours, and that you can share in our delight that The Unkindness of Ravens have pulled off another press double whammy.
Their video for I Used to be So Pretty is up to watch on Nylon Magazine's website AND they've managed to land an impressive 7/10 review from Rock Sound Magazine.
Check out the video over at Nylon's website HERE.
Buy the full I Used to be So Pretty EP at their website HERE, or head over to iTunes.
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The Unkindness of Ravens featured on Clash Music
It's finally Friday, and The Unkindness of Ravens are back again to kick start your weekend with their video for I Used to be So Pretty turning up on Clash Music.
Get yourself over there NOW and start your Friday properly.
Buy the full I Used to be So Pretty EP at their website HERE, or head over to iTunes.
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The Unkindness of Ravens featured on the Best In British Music Show
If you haven't got your daily fix of The Unkindness Of Ravens, then go pay a visit to Best In British Music With Tara O, where you can hear them being played on this week's podcast.
We can't get enough of their new EP, I Used To Be So Pretty, but the urge is to dance to their music is so strong we've had to stop listening to it during office hours.
Check it out HERE.
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The Unkindness of Ravens chat to Wears The Trousers Magazine
Nina and Ben from The Unkindness of Ravens took some time to have a chat with the people from Wears The Trousers Magazine, to discuss literature, feminism and drinking.
Check out the full interview HERE.
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Panic Dots show off the sexy video from The Unkindness of Ravens
It's Monday, it's cold, and we all need a jumpstart to the week, so head over to Panic Dots, and check out the sexy video from The Unkindness of Ravens - "Prototype".
Wipe off your specs, dust off your headphones, and click HERE to watch.
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Panic Dots review The Unkindness of Ravens - I Used To Be So Pretty
Our friends over at Panic Dots just sent us over their review for I Used to be So Pretty, the new EP from The Unkindness of Ravens. We're happy to say that they absolutely loved it!
"This EP will leave you aching for more." - Panic Dots
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Artrocker feature The Unkindness of Ravens video, Prototype
After giving their new EP, I Used to be So Pretty, a lot of love the other day, Artrocker are now featuring The Unkindness Of Ravens video for their EP track, "Prototype".
Check it out over HERE.
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Artrocker review “I Used to be So Pretty”, the new EP from The Unkindness of Ravens
It's no secret that we've got a bit of a thing for The Unkindness of Ravens, so we are absolutely ecstatic to hear that Artrocker Magazine have given their new EP, I Used to be So Pretty, an impressive 5/5.
"This is the first EP from filth-rocking electro terminators The Unkindness of Ravens, and their simple ingredients of one distorted bass, one phat drum machine and one 007-style female croon, are likely to blow your nuts off." - Artrocker Magazine
Read the full review HERE
I Used to be So Pretty is available to download from Ravens' website HERE and on iTunes HERE.
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The Unkindness of Ravens unleash I Used To Be So Pretty
The day has finally arrived: The Unkindness of Ravens new EP, I Used to be So Pretty, has now been officially released on Sonic FIre Records.
“Genuine contenders for being one of the best underground electro bands out there at the moment...”
- Artocker Magazine
The EP is a collection of four scuzzy, soulful electro-rock tunes that build on previous singles White Road and Dead Air. This debut EP encapsulates and hones their signature sound with Nina Wagner’s haunting vocals underpinned by Ben Raine’s growling bass lines backed by relentless hypnotic beats.
I Used to be So Pretty is available to download from Ravens' website HERE and on iTunes HERE.
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Clash Music feature The Unkindness of Ravens’ new video - Prototype
With the imminent release of their new EP, I Used to be So Pretty, Electro Clash duo The Unkindness of Ravens have a new video being featured on Clash Music. We can't get enough of Nina's voice, especially when it's layered over the top of some dirrrty beats.
Check out the video for "Prototype" HERE.
Want to get your hands on the new EP? Well, you'll have to wait until 29th November. Not long now!
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Download and watch The Unkindness of Ravens at Buzzin Music
Buzzin Music managed to get hold of a copy of The Unkindness of Ravens' new EP, I Used to be So Pretty and they liked it so much they're giving away a free track.
"Definitely a band to look out for in 2011" - Buzzin Music
When you're done listening to "Prototype", you can watch two of the duos videos - "White Road" and "Dead Air".
You know what to do: click HERE.
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The Unkindness of Ravens - “Prototype” video!
Only a week to go until The Unkindness of Ravens release their fantastic debut EP I Used To Be So Pretty via Sonic Fire Records.
"Prototype" is the free track released from the EP. The track got a brilliant response from the likes of NYC style mag NYLON and music magazine AU.
Today, we are very excited to unveil the video to accompany the track. This haunting electro-clash number features Ravens' Nina and Ben full Technicolor! It's like stepping into their own seductive little space-age disco from the future. "Prototype" is captivating, catchy and intense.
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The Unkindness of Ravens - Free track on AU Magazine!
Our very own electro rockers, The Unkindness of Ravens, are releasing their debut EP I Used To Be So Pretty on November 29th via Sonic Fire Records.
AU Magazine have featured a free downloadable track from the EP on their website. The track is called "Prototype" and you can grab if from HERE.
In November, the duo will also be heading out on a very short UK tour. All the dates are on the band's Myspace page.
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The Unkindness of Ravens return!
The Unkindness of Ravens
"Genuine contenders for being one of the best underground electro bands out there at the moment..." - Artrocker
The Unkindness of Ravens kicked 2010 off to a brilliant start releasing two brilliant singles - Dead Air (warning contains strobe effects) and White Road. Ravens' Nina and Ben have been very busy since then and have spent the summer recording and planning a short UK tour.
The result of all their hard work is their fantastic debut EP I Used To Be So Pretty, which is out November 29th 2010 via Sonic Fire Records. If you'd like a little taster of the EP, you can download a free track from the album below. If you can't see the Soundcloud waveform for "Prototype" simply click HERE or HERE to download this now.
The Unkindness of Ravens - Prototype by abadgeoffriendship
Alongside the release of this EP, the band have videos planned for the aforementioned "Prototype" and another track from the EP - "Til I Get home". They also have plans to tour the UK in November to help promote the release. You can check all their tour dates HERE.
Nina and Ben don't stop there though as they plan to release more free downloads and singles before the release of their debut album next Spring 2011. They are always looking for new ways to be innovative as a band, willing to promote and share their music to as many people as possible. Their innovative sound has already been picked-up by the press with publications like Clash and Artrocker beginning to feature the band heavily in print and online. XFM's John Kennedy and BBC 6 Music's Tom Robinson are also fans.They are a band that are always moving forward, never looking back; they are constantly pushing the limits of their sound.If you're looking for your future sound of 2011, look no further than The Unkindness of Ravens.
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The Unkindness Of Ravens “Soundtrack to a Film” on The 405!
Soundtrack to a Film is a new feature on The 405 whereby a band or musician rescores a film of their choice.
The second edition of this feature sees our very own electro rockers The Unkindness of Ravens, re-score the film Alien by Ridley Scott.
Give it a go, stick on this iconic sci-fi classic and enjoy selected tracks by PJ Harvey, Leftfield and Sonic Youth.
Check out the article HERE.
Download "Prototype" HERE.
Ravens also play The Roadhouse (Old Street, London) this Saturday 23rd October to celebrate ahead of the EP release next month. The duo will also be giving away free copies of their EP!
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The Unkindness of Ravens Single Review on Subba Cultcha!
With The Unkindness of Ravens having released their brilliant new single White Road, Subba Cultcha have given the track an excellent review!"With guitars that sound so battered and wonky it’s like they’re covered in thick syrup, TUOR have created a visionary mix of dark melodies and otherworldly sounds..." - Subba Cultcha.
You can read the full review HERE.
You can buy the new single on iTunes for a mere 79p!
You can also watch the stunning new video for White Road HERE.
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The Unkindness of Ravens new single “White Road” Out Now!
The Unkindness of Ravens release their brilliant new single White Road today.
This is the bands second single release in recent months and only their third ever, and comes on the back of Artrocker describing them as "genuine contenders for being one of the best underground electro bands out there at the moment...".
You can buy the new single on iTunes for a mere 79p!
You can also watch the stunning new video for White Road HERE.
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The Unkindness of Ravens New Video on Clashmusic.com!
The Unkindness of Ravens stunning new video for White Road has been featured on Clasmusic.com!You can view the sleek new video HERE.
The new track comes on the back of their recent single, Dead Air, which led Artrocker to describe them as "genuine contenders for being one of the best underground electro bands out there at the moment...".
The single is released on Monday June 7th 2010.
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The Unkindness of Ravens Video for new single, “White Road”!
The Unkindness of Ravens release their brand new single White Road on June 7th 2010 and have just completed their swanky new video for the up-coming release!
The White Road video is hypnotically seductive, much like the song itself, and is further evidence of a band that is definitely going places. You can view the new video below:
The White Road single comes on the back of their recent excellent release, Dead Air, which led Artrocker to describe them as "genuine contenders for being one of the best underground electro bands out there at the moment...".
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Altercarnated Photography Review The Unkindness of Ravens Live @ The Purple Turtle!
Our very own Electro-Rocking rockers, The Unkindness of Ravens, have received a glowing live review from Altercarnated Photography from their recent performance at The Purple Turtle:
The Unkindness of Ravens – A two piece Alternative/Rock band compromising of just a vocalist and a bass player with a backing track. The vocalist was very theatrical on stage with her movement and had some great harmonies with the bass player on backing vocals.
They made their way through their set, which seemed tight and well rehearsed.A great band & well worth the travel, id recommend seeing them live! 7.5/10
The band will releasing their brand new single White Road on June 7th 2010. This is on the back of their recent excellent release, Dead Air, which led Artrocker to describe them as "genuine contenders for being one of the best underground electro bands out there at the moment...".
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The Unkindness of Ravens get a DLG make-over!
Superb fashion / music photographer, David Llewellyn Griffiths, recently shot new promo photos for our very own dystopian electro-rockers, The Unkindness of Ravens. This "DLG make-over" is just in time for the release of the second in their five single series - White Road - which is released via Sonic Fire Records on June 7th 2010.Check out a stream of the forthcoming single White Road plus a video of their last single release Dead Air HERE.
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The Unkindness of Ravens new video on ClashMusic.com!
The Unkindness of Ravens' new video for Dead Air has really gone down a treat, and the wonderful Clash Music have decided to a put little piece about it on their website!
You can read about it and watch the new video HERE.
You can also have a listen to a stream of forthcoming single Dead Air HERE.
Second single White Road will be released on June 7th 2010. More info on that one soon...
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The Unkindness of Ravens new video on Artrocker!
The Unkindness of Ravens have just released their swanky new video for Dead Air and already, those lovely people over at Artrocker Magazine, have been moved to put it on their website!
You can watch the new video HERE.
Artrocker described the band as "Genuine contenders for being one of the best underground electro bands out there at the moment..." - Artrocker Magazine.
With a stellar endorsement like that, the band are well worth checking out. Listen to a stream of forthcoming single Dead Air HERE.
Second single White Road will be released on June 7th 2010. More info on that one soon...
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The Unkindness of Ravens New Video!
The Unkindness of Ravens have been causing mini-waves of joy recently. The band intend to release the first of five singles (one each month) on May 3rd 2010, starting with Dead Air.
"Genuine contenders for being one of the best underground electro bands out there at the moment..." - Artrocker Magazine
Check out the video for Dead Air below or if you have trouble streaming it, just click HERE.
Listen to a stream of forthcoming single Dead Air HERE.
Second single White Road will be released on June 7th 2010. More info on that one soon...
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The Unkindness of Ravens in Artrockers’ Friday Freakout!
Our very own, and everyone's favourite electro rockers, The Unkindness of Ravens, are featured in this month's Artrocker Magazine.
Nina Wagner from the band, chooses her 'Friday Freakout' from Spotify to get all you ragamuffins in the mood for the weekend!
If you are up for a sport of , er, Spotify and hearing excellent tunes from the likes of Mark Lanegan to Nirvana click HERE.
The Unkindness of Ravens release forthcoming single Dead Air on May 3rd 2010. This is the first in a series of five singles that the pair will release every month from May onwards. The band will also release a free track – “Lift” – to accompany Dead Air. The single melds the duo’s broodier leanings with Nina’s delicate, impassioned vocals to give Dead Air an almost Lynchian quality about it.
Check out The Unkindness of Ravens on myspace...
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The Unkindness of Ravens in Artrocker Magazine!
Our very own dystopian electro rockers, The Unkindness of Ravens, are in this month's Artrocker Magazine. It's Artrocker's 100th issue and this month they celebrate the 100 Greatest Ever Artrock Tracks. You grab a copy for yourself now or you can download the whole magazine as a pdf for only £1.49 - what a bargain! Check out all the info on how to subscribe to Artrocker and more info on the magazine HERE."Genuine contenders for being one of the best underground electro bands out there at the moment..." - Artrocker Magazine
The Unkindness of Ravens release forthcoming single Dead Air on May 3rd 2010. This is the first in a series of five singles that the pair will release every month from May onwards. The band will also release a free track – “Lift” – to accompany Dead Air. The single melds the duo’s broodier leanings with Nina’s delicate, impassioned vocals to give Dead Air an almost Lynchian quality about it.
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ABoF News: Brilliant New Music!
Before we all break-up for Easter to gorge ourselves on yummy easter eggs and choccie goodness, we thought we'd send you a little A Badge of Friendship PR roster update. We have a plethora of fantastic releases coming up and we really want you to hear about them.If you would like a digital download link for any of the releases below or a free MP3 for your blog or website, please email info [at] abadgeoffriendship [dot] com.
Have a great Easter everyone!
May Releases
The Unkindness of Ravens
The Unkindness of Ravens are Nina Wagner (vox) and Ben Raine (bass & vox). The pair entwine garage rock riffs with raw dance beats to create dark, electronically inspired guitar tunes. Nina and Ben make music with an incredibly punk / DIY ethos, creating everything themselves from their label - Sonic Fire Records - to the music itself.
In no time at all, the pair have gained a good reputation for themselves being compared to bands such as The Kills, The YYYs and The White Stripes. Artrocker Magazine likened them to "a bonfire blowing in the wind" whilst Tom Robinson of BBC 6 Music picked-up their "huge" sound.
Listen to a stream of forthcoming single Dead Air HERE.
Fresh Legs
BBC Radio 1 DJ Rob da Bank's favourites and Bestival sensations Fresh Legs follow-up on an amazing summer of action-packed gigging, writing and recording with their debut release for Sotones Records.
Fresh Legs’ Julian EP is fun, unabashed indie goodness. You can literally feel Ella’s passion and energy come across with each little explosive track. Step aside music lovers – Fresh Legs have arrived!
Listen to a stream of "Julian" from the EP HERE.
Ex Libras
Underachiever is the second single to be released from Ex Libras' incredible, critically acclaimed debut album Suite(s). The single is out May 10th 2010 on the band's own Wirebird label and it follows a natural progression from their debut single Radar. Underachiever is the sound of a band mature beyond their years, certainly destined for a bigger audience.
Listen to a stream of Underachiever HERE.
Haunted Stereo
Haunted Stereo are an alt-folk/ indie/ experimental six-piece line-up from Southampton.
Creating intricate layers of sound with an array of melodic instruments - including banjo, mandolin, accordion, piano, violin, electric guitar and percussion -, Haunted Stereo are very much about the thrills and fun that is to be had from writing and playing music together.
Now, with a body of great records behind them, Haunted Stereo are ready to release double A-side On A Pin / Lock the Doors. The single truly captures the beauty and intricate sound that Haunted Stereo have honed so well and, more importantly, reflect a band that are ready to make their mark on the UK music scene.
Listen to a stream of "Lock The Doors" HERE.
If you would like a digital or physical promo copy of any of the above, please email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
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