1. Creeper - Creeper
Listening to a whole EP at first glance and thinking, “I FUCKING WHAT TO SEE THIS BAND LIVE RIGHT NOW” is a rare occurrence, however with the first tune of Creeper’s self titled EP, this was my exact thought. Ex members from previous band have come together to create this hybrid punk band and honestly it’s the best thing to happen in 2014. Banging out this EP had to reach number one on my radar as every song is just so catchy and upbeat, it screams “PLAY ME AT A HOUSE SHOW” which luckily enough actually happened, ending the year with a great celebration.
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Saint Albans new comers, Trash Boat rep the UK’s pop punk scene with an EP that puts many albums to shame. The five-piece, who are relatively new to the scene have shown great capability of releasing four head banging songs, that will be sure to get you finger pointing live. There is no room for being mediocre here, as vocally Tobi Duncan produces incredible biting sounds while the band cover a high end energetic presence. As well as that, lyrically the band are top on my list with catchy choruses that aren’t just about relationships but broaden to a positive vibe.
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The Sheffield quartet have returned with an outstanding melodic hardcore EP which literally just blew me away. M&S (No not the high street retailers) have exposed some solid sounding vocals which Travis fires out, as each scream is clearly heard and packed with passion that is deeply emotive.
Young at age, there is no trace found as their melodic sound is perfected to every last note and composed beautiful together, wrapping up a flawless EP.
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Another fresh band blowing straight in, earned their ranking at second place as their four tracked EP was an instant winner.
Packed with a Basement emo vibe, the quintet produce earnest music which is dominant in melodic value, keeping clean vocals that match their overall tone.
What really grips me to this band was their outstanding ability to produce such professional sounding music at such a young stage. Wallflower are ones to watch out for in 2015, expect great things.
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5. Bloody Knees - Stitches
Not known to many faces, Bloody Knees have to be one of them bands that you simply just cant get enough of. With the release of Stitches this year, the band have buried themselves with darker themes and punky riffs that capture a nostalgic feel, you find comforting. You need to see this band live to capture their justice, as their sound is projected profoundly. ‘Daydream’ and ‘Stitches’ are two banger tracks which are sure to grab your immediate attention, packed with Bradley’s captivating vocals and a rough swaying feel, Bloody Knees are sure to keep you moving.
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6. Elegies - Elegies
Another self titled EP banged out right at the very start of the year, another Sheffield locals, have made the top 10 with their fast cutting sent. ‘Exile’ and ‘Scars’ open and end the EP with each producing some of their finest work. A gracefully planted instrumental is layered in-between tracks to set the mood down, dropping in temperature before brought back up with howling screams that are matched with clean vibrations. From start to finish, this EP is sure to keep you on your toes, with their mastered sound taking a hold of your ear drums.
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7.Water Canvas - At Least
A mixture of sounds are exposed with this EP, as the only way I can describe it is to be “a mixture of all the things I like.” Their sound is very ideal as for me they capture what a lot of current bands are doing but combining all elements into one track. Water Canvas have this mysterious sense when listening to them which gives you all kinds of reflexes that are calmingly enjoyable.
‘Memorial Drive’ is the first track on the EP, and without a doubt a favourite due its sentimental touch that leaves an implant on you.
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8.Hopes - Wake Up
Brining you a non UK band, Hopes gain all the brownie points with me, from recreantly releasing their Wake Up EP, jam packed with five post-hardcore tracks that certainly do this modern world justice. The four-piece are smothered with layers of talent which are yet to be explored, as this EP is a gateway for their creative sound to be opened. Friction rubbed vocals are shouted onto of a solid build up of crashing sounds that make up each song to be distinct in flavour. A band and EP you don’t want to pass by.
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9.Counting Days - The War of The Wolf
Surely an EP we have all been waiting for? Counting Days have lived up to their hype without even releasing any music, which just to happens to now follow it’s greatly repped reviews.
Packed with fast paced action, slugging riffs and breakdowns that make you want to loose your shit to, this EP really does hold everything for a heavier audience. Great things are expected from this band and with The War of The Wolf as living proof of this, it’s going to be hard to disappoint.
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10.Acres- Solace
Finishing off the at number 10, where it started at the South Coast, Acres fill the slot with their enchanting melodic tune. 2014 has been a year of great EP’s which seem to have been thriving better than major albums, as Solace plays great tribute to the UK’s hardcore scene producing fresh grooves that are polished in vocal pitch, leaving no battered strain behind. Standing out from many other bands, Acres have adapted a clarion pressure to their music as both the vocals and instruments dominate each song, compliment the two, they work solemnly together.
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