“They’ve pulled it off brilliantly..The five main tracks here tie together perfectly to create a sprawling work that’s a joy to explore and get lost in. The end result is a beautiful, breathless and brutal mind fuck.” • Kerrang
“There are so many genres blended together on this new album from…Arcane Roots that it’s almost impossible to describe their sound…One thing’s for sure; the quality rarely dips and the delivery is captivating”. • Rocksound
“Arcane Roots sound so fresh, special, and deliciously unpredictable. Wherever they go next… It’s sure to be a fascinating listen.” • Rocksound 8/10
“Arcane Roots are all about the musical muscle, blending their own brand of At The Drive-In grit with massive Biffy hooks…The production of their latest tunes is ruddy huge…” • Total Guitar
“Surrey Trio with an ear for melody and appetite for destruction…They look set for a big 2011” • Kerrang!
“…Had a damn-near fit explaining exactly how brilliant these dudes were. …after hearing the bands’ metalled-up At The Drive In-esque and anthemic-yet-weird-time-signatured guitar driven erruptions on record we were well and truly hooked.” • Killing Moon Records
“Arcane Roots have stumbled onto the perfect combination of pop and rock to create a truly awesome sound…the band have done well to catch their musical power on record, having said this it is live where the band really show their true potential, with a blistering show that leaves you mesmerized and begging for more.” • Alter The Press!
“…Bulldozing it’s way through… the almost math rock nature past the 3 minute mark, where it all seems to lose control, juddering and flailing everywhere like the ghost of Meet Me In St. Louis.” • Keep It Fast
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VERSES
Poised to challenge for the British rock crown, Brighton four-piece Verses help kick off their busiest year to date with the release of their stunning mini-album, ‘Come To Life’.
The culmination of many years’ hard graft, this six-track set perfectly encapsulates the band’s brand of irrepressible, expansive melodic rock. While undoubtedly inspired by the likes of Thrice and Jimmy Eat World they’ve honed a distinctive, uplifting sound that’s all their own, and that’s seen countless new fans flock to their banner of late.
“We aim to write music that people can connect to, and that really means something to us,” explains frontman Jason Danzelman. “’Come To Life’ is the first release we’ve ever been one hundred percent happy with, and it’s come from spending so much time on the road, honing our craft.”
“Over the last few years we’ve certainly paid our dues,” bassist Joe ‘Fish’ Gale adds, “and even the difficult shows have made us stronger as a band. Now we’re in a position where we can really reach people, and build up our fanbase.”
While they begin work on their debut full length, (“we’re aiming to write an album that people will still love in a decade,” smiles Jason), this comprehensive release underlines their incredibly polished sound once more. “In 2013 we’re going to do everything we can to reach new people,” Jason concludes, “and to see just how far we could take this. We’re in this for the long haul, and there’s so much more to come.”
EMP!RE
EMP!RE is a five piece rock band from the South West of England. Formed in early 2012 they have spent the last year diligently working on their sound and live show.
After putting out a low key self released EP in late 2012 to give early and eager fans a taste of things to come, some great reviews followed from the likes of Rhythm “EMP!RE have found an incredible chemistry…the sound of a band that has quickly become a well oiled tune spewing machine.”, Total Guitar and AfroPunk, where EP track ‘All The Rage’ was rated as one of their Top 10 best songs of 2012.
Determined to raise the bar, EMP!RE have just completed the recording of their debut mini album, ‘Where The World Begins’ with producer Chris Coulter (Arcane Roots,Trails).This album captures the sound of a band finding their collective voices, working together to create a strikingly anthemic sound. Vitriolic and exciting in equal measure, the hooks stick like glue and leave EMP!RE set to make a big noise in the coming months. 
