“In general, authoritarian structures in artistic situations yield really cool results,” art-rock heavyweight Charlie Looker tells me, sitting by the bowling alley opposite Bristol’s Rough Trade venue moments before the show starts. “But I have realised the difference between authoritarianism and totalitarianism. If I’m running something, I make every decision ultimately, but if they know […]
Sofia Gillani’s emotions in music: creativity is young (and female)
Sofia Gillani is of the bold kind, a musician who is not afraid to experiment, change paths, and make mistakes.
little luna and the healing of our inner child
If there were only one word to describe little luna’s music, it would be ethereal.
Jagwar Twin and The Power of Sound
Jagwar Twin’s music speaks to the heart rather than the mind—it communicates with your intuition and subconscious before you have even processed what’s going on.
Billie Marten on her upcoming album Flora Fauna, supporting the backbone of the industry and finally enjoying gigs
Billie Marten’s new album is her statement of purpose: Flora Fauna is an affirmation of undeniable talent and, this time, it sounds like Billie believes it too.
FancyNormal’s Noni and Jules on their debut Starters & Appetizers, authenticity in pop and hard to swallow pills
Newly-formed Melbourne pop duo FancyNormal are launching full throttle across romantic 80s synth soundscapes with their subtly profound debut EP, Starters & Appetizers.
Black Honey’s Izzy B. Phillips on the beginning of their rise to new pop stardom
In the fall of 2019, Black Honey entered the studio and started recording their sophomore album. COVID-19 hit in early 2020, and the whole world went under multiple lockdowns. There were false starts, bad-to-worse middles, new hopes, bittersweet and triumphant ends – and through it all, Izzy B. Phillips and Black Honey masked up, locked […]
Lewis Perks of Sub Cultures discusses their new EP, musical influences, and recording at the infamous Rockfield Studios
Sub Cultures’ debut EP is just about to drop, and the guys are more than excited for the release. Highwire Magazine caught up with their guitarist Lewis Perks to find out more.
America Part Two on their new album Price of A Nation, environmental concerns, and connecting with fans during the pandemic
America Part Two are a punk trio originating from New Jersey, consisting of Alex Fabio on vocals and guitar, Fred Rainville on additional vocals and bass, and Sam Weingarten on drums. The band have stated that they have one ultimate mission with their music; to “Perpetuate Love // Fight Hate.”
FLAWES discuss their new EP, building things, learning as they go, and missing out on their tour
FLAWES are a trio of talented musicians who have recently released the Reverie EP. Highwire Magazine spoke to them the afternoon of their release day to see if it was everything they had hoped for.