Here is an interesting duo from NY, Blues Control. Electronic Psychedelic, or we could call it psychetronic, or even what has been described as “machine-tinged psychedelic rock”. What they offer is however intriguing and complex in its eclectic mix of electronic and traditional instrumentation. Dark atmosphere, cold detachment, hypnotising sounds.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xS20jrsFf6M

Let’s kick off our Monday Blues tradition with a brilliant track by Brian Jonestown Massacre, neo- psychedelic band from San Francisco.  Enjoy a plunge in the late 60s, what vibes….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-JV18_K1V4

Ethereal vocals and electronic beats, intriguing mix by new Icelandic talent DISA.

Drawing on experimental Swedish chanteuse Fever Ray and ambient pioneer Brian Eno, Disa takes her inspiration from wild northern landscapes and Icelandic literature. Enjoy!

Great performance by Portico at Whelan’s last night! Electronic bliss.

Meet UK based post punk band White Lies, cool indie sound.

Muse announced a surprise gig in Belfast for their current Psycho Tour in the UK.

Meet Northern Irish songwriter Hannah Peel, merging organic and electronic elements in her dreamy, ethereal music.

Incredible performance by Echo & The Bunnymen at the Olympia in Dublin this week! Lips like Sugar was introduced as the “sexiest song of all fucking times”, and how can we disagree after 10 minutes of doors-like effects, hypnotic guitars and change of tempo with ‘intermezzi ‘ from Jim Morrison to Lou Reed … really impressive.