Alt-rock newcomers THISTLE. are releasing their new EP backflip on 29th May. Right from the start, the song pieces creates a complex, genre-bending mix that immediately defines the sound of the record. From synths to heavy drums and almost shoegazy vocals, the track is able to capture the energy of the EP really well. The song feels dark and introspective, underlined by mythical sounding synths and layered instrumentals that slowly build into something chaotic yet emotional.

Despite the venue’s small size, the room is already busy before the first band even appears. There is a quiet anticipation building early on, with people squeezing closer to the stage as the night gets underway. Opening the evening were STEPOVER, making the trip over from the Isle of Wight. Their set begins slowly and atmospherically, easing the crowd in before crashing drums suddenly kick the room into life as they launch into their latest single. The drummer was easily the

Think, for a moment, about the town that springs to mind when I use the term “alternative rock”. Maybe you’re transported to New York,...