8 bands that should be on your radar

Looking for some new bands/artists to check out?  We’ve pulled together 8 bands that should be on your radar right now.  From pop punk to melodic hardcore or post-metal, we’ve got you covered.   We’ve got some bands hailing from the UK, US and Europe.

Superlove – Bristol, UK

Superlove are a noise-pop band, serving up infectious tracks that you’ll want to have on repeat.  A young band, Superlove formed in 2018 and have since toured up and down the UK, supporting the likes of Stand Atlantic and Roam.  Some of their songs remind us of a Don Broco-esque sound and we (super) love it!  Superlove dropped their self-titled debut EP at the end of 2020, featuring singles “I Love It” and “THINK ABT U”.

updog – Copenhagen, Denmark

For fans of Grandson and Oliver Tree, we have updog, a Rock-tronic singer/songwriter.  His sound is inspired by a range of genres, including 2000’s punk/pop rock, as well as hip/hop – accompanied by honest lyrics.  updog’s latest EP, bouncy boy explores the identity crisis that hits you as you become an adult – hello relatable content!  bouncy boy also features the single “2 choices”, a song about the pressures of conforming instead of following your own path.  updog recently released a new single too, “saw a ghost”, one for your playlist!

Keep Summer Safe – London, UK

It’s safe to say that Keep Summer Safe serve up some amazing pop punk tracks.  They bring the angsty and melodic energy of the early 2000s scene – we don’t know about you but hearing that sound in 2021 is cool as hell!  Nostalgic and fresh, this band is one to watch.  Keep Summer Safe’s debut EP, Meet Me There is out now.

Pleiadas – Manchester, UK

Pleiades are a five-piece post-metal band, brought together by their love of emo/alternative.  Starting out, they were originally a three-piece creating emotive instrumental soundscapes but then they set out to find a vocalist to add another dimension to their sound.  The band are currently working on their debut album but in the meantime, check out their latest release, “Pale Soul 94”.

Seek Harbour – Kent, UK

Seek Harbour are a new melodic hardcore band, for fans of Being As An Ocean, Casey and Acres.  The band recently dropped their latest single, “alone > lonely” – it looks at the isolation felt by people during the pandemic and how it could lead to feeling more introverted and not checking in with loved ones. Seek Harbour have got new music on the way with some upcoming shows in the UK too.

The Break Plans – New Jersey, US

The Break Plans serve up a melodic, indie pop sound that you can dance to, with a side of alternative rock.  The band also describes themselves as, “Rock n’ roll with an EDM soul”!  The Break Plans formed in the most classic way, via a Craig’s List ad.  Their music emanates the positive vibes and is for fans of Walk The Moon, Lovelytheband and anyone who wants to lift their spirits.

Until You Disappear – Leicester, UK

Calling all pop punk fans, we’ve got a band for you.  Until You Disappear are a 4-piece and formed in 2019.  Even though a lot of the bands lifespan has been spent in the pandemic, they released two singles, “Distance” and “Drunk Me”.  Until You Disappear have just dropped their latest track, “Let Go” – it’s giving us nostalgic pop punk vibes and we’re here for it.  The band are currently working on their debut EP, so watch this space.

Riverview – Arkansas, US

Riverview are an energetic blend of emo and pop punk with a distinct sound that will make you want to play their track, “Knuckles” over and over again. We’re getting an old Real Friends and Knuckle Puck vibe.  The band formed in 2018 and released “Knuckles” as their debut single at the end of November.

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