Monthly Archives: November 2014

40. The Voyeurs ‘Rhubarb Rhubarb’ Release date: 10th November 39. The Orwells ‘Disgraceland’ Release date: 3rd June 38. The Amazing Snakeheads ‘Amphetamine Ballads’ Release date: 14th April 37. Pulled Apart By Horses ‘Blood’ Release date: 1st September 36. Benjamin Booker ‘Benjamim Booker’ Release date: 19th August 35. Pixies ‘Indie Cindy’ Release date: 28th April 34.Continue reading “MIMR Albums of the Year 2014: 40-31”

This is the 1st selection of albums that have made my top albums of the year list, to accompany the list I will setting up a playlist on both my YouTube channel and via spotify of all 50 bands that are included, enjoy! 50. Weezer ‘Everything Will be Alright In The End’ Release date: 1stContinue reading “MIMR Albums of the year 2014: 50-41”

Since I started the MIMR playlist back in September I have discovered so many amazing tracks and it’s opened my eyes to so many fantastic bands, whether it be up and coming acts or more well known artists. It’s been a tough choice but I’ve chosen 10 of my favourite tracks (in no particular order)Continue reading “MIMR Playlist: Best of”

From the Welsh borders, alt-folk group Sparrowhawks have delighted MIMR and many others with their 3rd Release ‘Cool Your Blood Down’ out last month. It was a joy to get a few words from the band where they shared with us their influences, how the recent release came together and the dangers of bass guitarsContinue reading “MIMR Band Chat presents: Sparrowhawks”

Next to join MIMR Band Chat are psych rockers Love Buzzard, their no messing about, high energy sound has been a joy to MIMR ears over the last few months. I was fortunate enough to catch up with the band and on the agenda was everything from the bands origins and their favourite bands toContinue reading “MIMR Band Chat presents: Love Buzzard”

From the first time I stepped in this small, Victorian-esque pub I knew it would be somewhere that I would certainly be coming back to again and again. This historical building has had its place in the heart of Manchester for over 200 years. It also has its story to tell with the History ofContinue reading “MIMR Venues: The Castle Hotel, Manchester”

It’s safe to say that I’ve been looking forward to this band appearing on MIMR for quite a while now, introducing Kidsmoke, a alternative band who’s fantastic stage presence and excellent songwriting will surely reap the rewards in 2015, if there’s one band I want everyone to get behind its these guys MIMR was privilegedContinue reading “MIMR Band Chat presents: Kidsmoke”

1. Alvvays ‘Adult Diversion’ This Toronto indie pop band have ducked under the radar of MIMR (how did that happen) but their fresh and dynamic sound is captured perfectly in their self-titled debut album released in July. An example of their glistening indie pop is found here and it’s this joyous song that has madeContinue reading “MIMR Playlist Nov 20”

1. Horsebeach ‘Even’ Another Manchester band featuring on the playlist are Horsebeach, bringing their mix of 80s jangle pop and indie to the forefront of the local scene. This track is taken from their self titled record released this summer and draws comparsions to MIMR favourites Real Estate and Mac Demarco. With whispers that theyContinue reading “MIMR Playlist Nov 13”

10. Dutch Uncles 9. Nine Black Alps 8. Elbow 7. Buzzcocks 6. The Stone Roses 5. The Verve 4. New Order 3. Oasis 2. Joy Division 1. The Smiths