So Cool 7

June 2010

ZANI – Dig The New Breed

So we have had a little hiatus from the  " Dig The New Breed " .  I kind of figured it was time to unleash some new talent, after all it's what keep  your musical minds sharp .  I like to keep these articles pretty sharp and to the point, for the simple reason that music is subjective right ?  The idea is that I guide you to the artists and you go and check them out, hopefully like them, and form your own opinions as to what genre or box you want to place them.  

Connett - These guys have been floating around the edges of my sub-conscious for a while now.  To be honest I had dismissed them as another one of those Mod wannabe bands,  I take it all back having finally checked out the mini album.  What sets them apart is that they tip their hat to the past yet manage to give it a current vibe along the way.  If you love the more intelligent elements of both Brit Pop and 60's Mod bands then you will love Connett.  If you are looking for three chords and the truth then I suggest you stay in your time warp. The mini album in question " Waging War On The Obvious" is well worth your hard earned.  In fact I would go as far as to say that "Can't You Hear Me" is one of the best tracks I have heard this year

Breton - Began life in a warehouse somewhere in South East London.  Born from the creative force of musicians and film makers Roman Rappak and Adam Ainger.   Over recent months this has expanded into a multi-instrumental and visual collective with the inclusion of Ian Patterson, Daniel Mcllvenny and Alex Wadey.  Earlier this year I came across the limited edition E.P "Practical".  This futuristic sound may well not be for everyone but I don't expect that's the aim.  It's dark minimalistic stepping through the ground covered by the likes of Eno at times.  The new E.P "Sharing Notes" on the band's own Breton Labs label takes the experimental sound one step further.  There are shades of everyone from the Foals through to Crystal Castles. Although it may well be way out of the box for many of you, me included, once you give them some repeat listens you discover a rich funky layered sound that sucks you in.   

Everything Everything - Look likely to be one of the breakthrough bands of 2010 having garnered praise from some pretty high profile musical luminaries.  What do I make of them?  Well, they manage to make great use of three part harmonies alongside some scalding post punk guitars.  There is some pretty nifty stick work mixed in as well.   If you stand these guys next to the crap landfill indie that's around and clogging your i-pod, this is light years ahead.  Along with Airship this is one of the most exciting bands to come from Manchester this year

 © Words Mark Thorpe/ ZANI Ltd

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