The PainKillers Album Review

Holy Coves member Jason Hughes surprised everyone last month with the release of his debut solo album Sit Down. Jason wrote, recorded, mixed and mastered all of this fantastic record himself at his home studio in Manchester. 

Jason has previously made records with Welsh band Holy Coves in 2008 and 2012, working with Welsh producer David Wrench. He has just finished recording the third Holy Coves record titled Druids & Bards and all the while still managed to find the time to craft this piece of genius.  
For a debut record this really is the perfect start. Right from the opening track Sit Down sucks you in and takes you on a wonderful train journey across Wales and Manchester to meet Joy division. It has a serious tone and yet still has a humorous feel to it. Like a dark comedy that still manages to make you cry, it is deep, energetic and the production is beautifully layered.  
You have The Welsh Ian Curtis! There you go I said it. It really is that good. Go and listen to Sit Down by The PainKillers today.
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Scott Marsden – Scars – Review 

Holy Coves Welsh singer songwriter Scott Marsden released his debut solo EP titled Scars last week, followed by the announcement that his band Holy Coves will be retuning in 2022 with their third studio album titled Druids & Bards.   
Scars has been recorded as a half studio, half live acoustic EP.  Recorded with Welsh Producer John Lawrence at his studio Nant Y Benglog near the Ogwen Lake, Snowdonia.  
Scars is a short, sweet listen which will leave you wanting more! Great timing of Holy Coves’ new record announcement!! Perfect to wet your whistle before the new Holy Coves record drops.  
Scott Marsden’s lyrics cut deep as ever and there’s a different feel than other Holy Coves records. This EP is honest & raw. Will we see the full length Scott Marsden solo record in the future? Who knows!! Maybe it’s already been made!!! Go check it out today. It definitely deserves a listen. 

Released by Yr Wyddfa Records 

Available from Spotify, Apple, Itunes, Amazon & Bandcamp 


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