Losers.

On Friday I took a trip to Pop Recs Ltd in Sunderland, (the record shop that Frankie & the Heartsrtrings run), to see a gig that had been organised at short notice. The band playing, Losers, I wasn't familiar with, but my hubby reckoned I'd probably like. When they took to the stage and started playing, I was absolutely gob smacked. Their sound was an electronic/indie explosion of thrashing drums and intricate, finger plucking guitar riffs, that took me completely by surprise. As I scanned the crowd, heads were bobbing and people were standing there mesmerised, me included.

At the end of the gig I was already signing up for cheap entry to the final gig of the tour, at the Cluny on Sunday. I frequent so many gigs and could not believe that I hadn't come across these guys before. I had spent the last couple of days familiarising myself with the album, '...And So We Shall Never Part', and already singing along to cracking, monumental, unforgettable tunes ' DNA', 'Azan' and 'Us vs Night'. The heady beat was intense and loud and the energy produced from singers Paul and Tom was intoxicating. The gig was possibly my favourite of the year, a comment I don't make easily and after soul searching for a band to fulfil the void left after my favourite band split, I felt I had finally reached the end of a long journey.

So do yourselves a favour, and check these guys out. Seriously, you won't be disappointed.

The Jackobins 'Ghosts' EP

The Jackobins have released their new EP, 'Ghosts', for which I have been waiting patiently. 'Prussia', the fourth track on the album is the track I very first heard from these guys, and I have to say, I've been hooked ever since. This revised version is such a strong track and ends the four track EP epically.

The first track - The Otherside, is a lively little number with a great piano intro, followed by a steady drum beat which leads into great vocals. Singer Dominic, has an impressive vocal range, swooping from high to low notes effortlessly.

Second track - She Always Says, is a great indie dance number. Notable guitar and drum beats glide along smoothly, complimenting sublime vocals. The chorus is robust and has you chirping along within seconds.

The third track, Ghosts, is the title track to the album and their latest single. The piano intro mixed with haunting drums, guitar and backing vocals is stunning. The subtle guitar riffs and drums blend with the softness of the vocals, exploding at the chorus and reminding the ears that this is a classic indie tune.

I really recommend this EP, and I can't wait to see the energy and stage presence that accompanies it. Please make the effort to see these guys play live, because you won't be disappointed.