Italian singer-songwriter Fil Bo Riva unveils a wonderfully surreal cinematic video to accompany his song Different But One – taken from his new album Beautiful Sadness. A moody, melancholic introduction of simple intertwining melodies soon expands into an epic indie anthem, with moments of euphoria contrasted with contemplative tenderness. Having just completed a European tour …
Birmingham-based ensemble Genuine Panama hit the ground running with their debut single No Good – combining funky guitar licks with soulful brass arrangements to brighten up the slog of everyday living. Inspired by the likes of Hippo Campus and James Brown, the band are livening up the indie scene one dance floor at a time. …
Seductive guitar melodies and subdued percussion weave their way through the backstreets of France on a warm summer’s night; setting the scene for Colourshop’s latest single, Katherine. The song’s accompanying music video depicts Colourshop (aka Italian-born London-based singer-songwriter Alfredo Salvati) wandering the dream-like landscape of Biarritz, crossing paths with a lover but never quite finding …
Searching for the perfect summer soundtrack? Rich Jacques’ new single Every Time might just provide the goods. Effortlessly smooth guitar licks, soulful melodies and breezy vocal harmonies glide seamlessly over velvety bass lines and laid-back drums. Keen to find out more, I had a chat to Rich about his career so far and the inspiration …
Ghostly layers of vocal harmonies and gently strummed acoustic guitars introduce Sink – the new single from Sydney-born Berlin-based artist Elkvilla. Softly expanding soundscapes slowly unfurl; bathing the listener in their wistful tones. I had a chat to Adam – the man behind Elkvilla – to find out more about his beginnings, the creative allure …
TT: First of all, how have you guys been doing? Luke: Yeah, we’re doing alright. It’s quite tough when you’re starting up a band because nothing seems like it’s happening at all until you actually start launching it. So, it’s all very much behind the scenes, but we’re ready to burst onto the scene now, …
Acoustic Singer and Songwriter Elijah Miller from Bedfordshire, now residing in London, has made waves with his previous releases and his latest EP IDONTLIKETHECOLD is no different.
Confronting the pangs of personal sacrifice and emotional impact of constant pressure, Phantom Isle’s new single Four Walls is a dynamic force of nature. Layering up fierce guitar hooks, sparkling synth lines and anthemic vocal harmonies, the London-based five-piece deliver Four Walls in full technicolour with their vibrant accompanying music video. I had a chat …
SINKA, a heavy hitting three-piece from Watford are beginning to make a name for themselves after releasing ‘Fussy’ last year. Perhaps a little heavier than what Turtle Tempo would usually review but when we heard the soaring vocals and the pounding riffs, it was clear the band had a special sound and we had to be …
Having migrated to Sydney from London, singer-songwriter Dom Youdan delves into past memories of unrequited love with his new single Is Your Lover Still Cool. Delicate vocals tinged with tender emotion swim amongst a sea of electronic orchestration that softly swell into a dreamy soundscape. Bittersweet lyrical quips punctuate every verse. Keen to find out …
