Immediately captivating for the conviction imbued in the vocal top-line, Geographer here nestles upon a bed of strings that dart and twist, an ambrosia of turmoil and writhing angst that, when the chorus parts the clouds, offer a window onto a delicately poised and preciously pertinent sentiment: ‘what if we got it wrong, what if... Continue Reading →
Charm of Finches return with the second single from their upcoming fourth full length album ‘Marlinchen in the Snow’ and this time they do so with the backing of a major label. Behind the tongue in cheek music video (which leans into some light familial poisoning) there is a heartfelt sentiment of inadequacy, comparison and... Continue Reading →
A very early contender for our album of the year was released yesterday by London-based WORRYWORRY via FolkBoy Records : a carefully curated 10-song record titled Worried about Worrying which fuses together artistry in its highest form, pained lyrical honesty and just sheer heart-wrenching beauty. An album for those looking for a little escape from... Continue Reading →
It's been quite a while since I sat down and opened up the reliable old WordPress. I'd nearly got so far as thinking that these days were totally behind me as sad as it sounds : when you are in the heat of battle with life and navigating the ups and downs of the music... Continue Reading →
Photo: Jess Licata A personal favourite musician of mine and hands down one of the most intelligent individuals I've interviewed at Sound Sniffer - warner case - is launching his own record label 'Top Right Records' on July 28th. A few years ago myself and warner chatted over zoom when the world was at a... Continue Reading →
London's finest new generation saxophone player Gabriele Pribetti presents a Holy Trinity of modern jazz and electronic music alongside Jamie Murray on drums and Max O’Donnell on bass - together, they go by the name Jagama. The group combine outstanding musicianship with swooshing, intensive electronics. The cosmic trio offers listeners a wonderful cacophony of genres... Continue Reading →
The Sound Sniffer are delighted to announce that the incredible Alex Francis will be joining us on the 19th of August for a truly spectacular night of rustic, upbeat songs to get your serotonin overflowing and your foot tapping alongside emerging star Celine Love. From the quaint Hertfordshire town of Hitchin, Alex Francis had a deep... Continue Reading →
Photo: Alex Kozobolis Composer, Pianist, Innovator, and my favourite, ‘the Prophet of the Piano’ are all esteemed descriptions attributed to Ukrainian born, Lubomyr Melnyk. During the 1970’s Lubomyr Melnyk revolutionised the pianistic world by inventing a musical language entitled, ‘continuous music’. From this incredible feat he set two world records; the fastest pianist in the... Continue Reading →
