Soon it won't just be Irish musical fans who'll be raving about them, it'll be the whole world.  Full text...

The obvious comparison is with early Radiohead, but Bell X1 have a melodic fragility and a way with Irish vernacular that makes them unique. Right now they're the best indie band in the country - bar none.  Full text...

After a promising start with the kerb- crawling opener Reacharound and the new single, Flame, the band struggle to maintain consistency. The grandiose ending that is Lamposts aims for epic, but at more than seven minutes ends up wearing.  Full text...

There are some damn fine songs on here. Great ideas, well executed, and by a band that deserves to be heard by a far wider audience.  Full text...

Such a good opener I had not heard for a long time. Unfortunately, the rest of the record leaves a rather bitter taste in your mouth.  Full text...