ELITE : UPRISING
OUR HOLLOW , OUR HOME
Melodic metalcore outlet , Our Hollow , our Home , are another shining example of the talent that is hidden in the streets of Southampton . Boasting an ever-growing fanbase , these boys are amongst some of the UK ’ s most promising talents . Imagine Issues , but heavier , and better . They have heavy riffs , dirty growls and beautiful clean breaks for those of you who like a singalong too . The ’ ve also covered Ed Sheeran ’ s ‘ Shape Of You ’… but you can make your own mind up if that makes them great or not ! Give debut LP ‘ Hartsick ’ a go now and get on board with some real talent .
SVALBARD
Svalbard are one of those bands that make you feel that what you are experiencing in that moment with them is it . It is the highest of highs and the lowest of lows and within that epic feeling you are able to let go . Their sound is vast and you can feel that every element of every song is filled with passion and meaning . It ’ s not often you find that kind of raw talent which is why Svalbard should be heralded as the next big thing . If you can think of one other hardcore punk quartet that can move you emotionally and physically in equal measurement then you are a liar . Svalbard are it , and they are absolute magic .
DAISYHEAD
So you like your music a little softer do you ? Well here ’ s one for you . Daisyhead are an American four piece who fit somewhere on the same spectrum that greats like Basement and Balance And Composure sit . They ’ re music is full of emo-tinged light and shade that you could fall asleep to as easily as you could scream along to at a show . They have just released their second album , ‘ In Case You Missed It ’ and in case you missed it , you should definitely think about taking some time to check it out . Daisyhead are worth your ears as well as your heart , so press play and sway along .
Words by Alice Hoddinott www . eliteonlinemag . com 159