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48 ISSUE 101 / 2017 INDIE The lead singer of American rock band Linkin Park, Chester Bennington, sadly passed away on July the 20th. The 41-year-old committed suicide in his family home, a week before the band were due to set off on a North American tour for their latest album One More Light. The band have existed on and off since 1998, with highlights including their track 'New Divide' featuring on the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen soundtrack. Thoug Bennington had a history of substance abuse, it was not obvious what a dark place Chester was really in. He seemed to be enjoying life with his wife and 6 children. The shock surrounding Chester's suicide comes as a reminder of how easy it is for people to hide their demons. It may be too late for Chester, but for others in a similar place, help is available. You can call Samaritans on their free, 24-hour, every day of the week line, 116 123. NEWS: RIP CHESTER BENNINGTON ALBUM OF THE MONTH: HAIM Still doused in their sugary sun glossed sheen, the Californian girls of the well and truly adored Haim are back with their sophomore album, Something To Tell You, and it's gorgeous. Something To Tell You is raised from a well of lust, anguish, infatuation and peppered with licks of utter optimism; the themes realised in the sister's second attempt are shadows of the three piece's once divine debut, Days Are Gone. Often encased in the woes and wonders of the sisters separate relationships, each track surrounds a catchy and candid chorus such as "Just a little of your love" or "Treat you right" and the title track 'Something to tell you', rooting every track with a simple yet infecting, snappy middle as the sisters croon in perfect consensus. This album feels almost tropical; with infused rampant blues in 'Kept Me Crying', a rinse of disco in 'You Never Know', and even a soft, trap like beat that reigns over 'Walking Away'. With this album, Haim convey heartbreak, power and female sensuality, both lyrically and through the ever changing scope of their tunes. Sharing their memorable sound across Something To Tell You, it makes for an LP that still packs music full of energy, but with a new diversity that depicts their musical experimentation. Haim are back and better than ever. TRACK OF THE MONTH: HARLEQUIIN Rory Simmons aka Harlequiin has grabbed us with his newest track, 'Clock That's Stopped'. Injected with fistfuls of electronic euphoria, 'Clock That's Stopped' is the newest release from Harlequiin, a multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer who has toured with Mount Kimbie, Paolo Nutini and the 1975. The angelic guest vocals of Elliot Cole whisper across the beat that feels neither one genre nor another, but in limbo between electronic and soft indie. This style is appealing to dance lovers and indie people alike. As Harlequiin's popularity grows, his recognition primarily found in the shadows is edging into the light, especially with a track as unwinding as this one. With an upcoming EP in the works, we can continue to expect his signature brand of soulful electronica. Harlequiin is definitely one to watch! Hole In The Sky Lives Of Angels Sacred Hearts Club Foster The People Lazy Karaoke Human Leather Eucalyptus Avey Tare The Meetings Of The Waters Fionn Regan Goodnight Rhonda Lee Nicole Atkins Feel Your Feelings Fool! The Regrettes Long Live Life Francobollo What Do You Think About The Car? Declan McKenna Who Can't Say Yes She Sir Stay Cool Twinsmith Universal High Childhood NEW RELEASES

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