Band: JULEZ AND THE ROLLERZ Who: 4 flashy Amazons from Los Angeles. They create a sound that
marries the intensity of stadium rock with the intimacy of a tight-knit
sisterhood.
Jules Batterman (vocalist/guitarist): “Turning 30 made me confront the fact that
I’ve outgrown parts of myself. I Don’t Know You started as a song about looking back
at my younger self and thinking, ‘Who is she?’ It’s also about how time shapes
EVERYTHING.
Sometimes you lose significant people in your life, sometimes you lose who you once were. We are forever changing, as are the people around us, and while scary, it’s also beautiful to think about. I’m now 31, married, still unsure of what I want out of life, and I’m hoping my past self is still proud of the path I’m on now.”
TUTV: Fervid fun throughout. I Don’t Know is a stimulating sonic injection that
accelerates your bloodstream from the kick-off, irresistibly. Layers of fanatical
guitars backed by an unwavering drum/bass tandem, a firework chorus, and a
vocal tour de force match up for a whisked crackerjack. Spiraling girl power.
When in self-doubt, it’s good to know that at the end of the rock ‘n’ roll
tunnel there’s always a Julez And The Rollerz light that shines.
In order to not miss a beat Turn Up The Volume scans the musical
horizon daily (doing it for years now, actually) to stay in touch with
all new things sonically great and shares the results on a weekly
basis.
FULL JUKEBOX (so far)
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The 10 new ones added this week
TRACK-BY-TRACK
Band: VERRA CRUZ Who: British trio who infuse their guitar-driven
sound with emotion, bravado and authentic
melancholy.
TUTV: Hang On To The Sun follows top-tier single Waiting. It’s an absorbing,
mid-tempo piece that swings forth and back, balancing between slacker rockers Dinosaur Jr. and Sebadoh. There’s always a sun at the end of the tunnel.
TUTV: The 4th single of their 4th LP ‘Romance‘ which arrives tomorrow.
The Irishmen have become top-drawer songwriters as proved once again
with this melancholic gem.
An evocative song rekindles the hope of second chances and healing
in the aftermath of lost connections, exploring themes of reconciliation
and the enduring quest for mutual understanding.
TUTV: I Don’t Know could be a hidden track on Tame Impala‘s latest album or
a previosly unreleased Jamiroquai one. Trippy, spaced-out and highly infectious.
TUTV: The indie veterans announced their 8th album, named Stream Of Life.
It comes our way on 27th September. This first single is familiar, electrical
MP pop spiced with an irresistible guitar riff.
TUTV: This guitar-layered punky rocket from his new album Jig Of Glee
is a breakneck stormer that goes in overdrive for 3 minutes. Fasten your
seatbelt before you press play.
TUTV: A rare slowly groovin’ and movin’ jam marinated with
a plain-spoken psycho rant. Leg Puppy is coming after your
phone.
“Listening, listening,
no one is listening,
turn your f*cking sound down
you stupid twat,
headphones, headphones,
buy a pair of headphones
not one wants to hear
your boring chat”
TUTV: The band that made furore in the 90s returns with this melodramatic and
emotions-charged song. Kowalczyk‘s voice still is as imposing as it ever was.
“It marks the first single from their upcoming album “Indulgence,”
promising fans a powerful glimpse into the band’s evolving sound
and emotional depth. Known for their introspective lyrics and
captivating melodies, The Search continues to push the boundaries
of indie rock with this release.”
The swirling pace of this guitar-sparkling pop tune
has an immediate impact on all of your limbs.
TUTV: Love You More is a high-quality songwriter musing notable for its full-hearted sentiments and Collins‘ remarkable voice, both gripping and endearing. Lit a candle,
sit down, relax, and enjoy.
“A hypnotic ode to the natural world. With a jazz-inspired improvisational flute melody
full of chromaticism that strays from the traditional diatonic scale, the track reverberates with the sound of the Waraku. Gentle, quiet, with an adept blend of electro-acoustic textures, ‘Forest Bathing’ is a moving and experimental piece that positions Hiro Ama
as a formidable talent.”
Time to escape from the daily rat race
with this calming sonic daydream.
British dream pop explores BDRMM launched their 2nd LP, titled I Don’t Know
last June, confirming their huge songwriting potential of their sublime 2020 debut LP Bedroom.
Ryan Smith (songwriter/vocalist) in an interview with NME: “I’d describe it as the second chapter, the themes are still the same, I definitely had to hone it in because some of my lyrics were pretty to the point. That was an important part of it though. It’s a way of vocalising my own fucking inner turmoil and sharing it with three of my best mates. They understand and they help me shape it into something that people can really enjoy. The listeners can make their own mind up and that’s what we were striving for.”
Fabulous symphonic single ‘It’s Just A Bit Of Blood’
Last week they played in Antwerp, Belgium and it was one of the best gigs I saw this year.
And for them one of the best they played in 2023, as Smith said at one point ‘this is fucking surreal’. It wasn’t about copying/pasting the LPs’ highlights. Not all, they build a titanic and astounding wall of psychedelia sound that got the crowd into a trance from start to finish. Awesome, just awesome.
PICTURE THIS
Singer-songwriter-guitarist Ryan Smith getting all the attention
Band: bdrmm Who: Shoegazy pop dreamers
from Kingston Up Hill
New album: I DON’T KNOW
Second one following their arresting
2020 debut Bedroom.
Ryan Smith (songwriter vocalist in an interview with NME: “I’d describe it as the second chapter, the themes are still the same, I definitely had to hone it in because some of my lyrics were pretty to the point. That was an important part of it though. It’s a way of vocalising my own fucking inner turmoil and sharing it with three of my best mates. They understand and they help me shape it into something that people can really enjoy. The listeners can make their own mind up and that’s what we were striving for.”
(Press photo)
Uncut Magazine about I Don’t Know: “bdrmm have expanded their sound, retaining that youthful energy and combining it with ambition and impressive marshalling of dynamics that creates a strangely serene album.” Score: 8/10.
TUTV‘s impressions: I Don’t Know is a wondrous joyride for daydreamers, a spacey trip with starry-eyed pop symphonies (Alps / A Final Movement) and moony wanderings (Be Careful / Advertisement One). Less shoe-gazing than before, more Pink Floyd-esque cinematic than before and some Radiohead turbulence here and there. I do know this Hull team is here to stay. So should you.
