1. Architects - ‘Naysayer'
No doubt that Architects have produced an astounding track that highlights their talent of 2014. Also escaping from an impeccable album, ‘Naysayer’ has to be the top song of the year. Scaring the shit out of you with Carter’s penetrating vocals, the single opens up a whole new world of noise to us. Finding myself repeating this track almost every day and never getting sick, it holds great stability lyrically as well as instrumentally with stainless riffs that are filthy in all the cleaned places, you just can’t get enough of this band. It is safe to say that, Architects have in fact been the band of 2014, with Lost Forever // Lost Together dominating this years music.
2. Far From Home - ’30.11.06 (The Pain Of Reality)’
Sheffield bands really seem to be dominating the melodic hardcore scene with a new addition with Far From Home, their single ‘30.11.06 (The Pain Of Reality)’ is top on my list. (Despite staying in the shaddows) Right from the very start of the slowly developing track you know it’s going to hit you in the face. Sharp yet accurate pricking vocals are spat out, each line packed with emotive screams that seem to echo in your mind.
Instrumentally FFH have got it on point once again, producing soft styles that are heavily strong in sound, floating between the vocal pitches, this track is just faultless, jus a shame theres not more.
3. Milk teeth - ‘VITAMINS’
From start to finish this track leaves the mind with no room to ponder as Becky’s grungy vocals sweep in taking hold of a tense noise. ‘Vitamins’ holds strong as one of the best singles of 2014 due to its focus on her sweet acid sound while the melody compliments it. A track that screams “PLAY ME LIVE” is certainly the vibe given of with this single as it’s simply lyrically form is so complexed in sound that you find yourself replaying the song over and over again, without even realising.
4. Enter Shikari - ‘The Last Garrison’
When it comes to Shikari, they really don’t settle for anything less than radiant. With the teaser of ‘The Last Garrison released, it has sure got everyone hyped over their new album, discharged next year. With an inviting intro that imminently crashes into an outbreak, Shikari style, ‘The Last Garrison’ diverts itself to a vibrant chorus that is forever catchy, leaving you with memorable words. Over joyed with explosions of sounds pocketed everywhere, the track takes rocky paths that keep you alive and roaming.
5. Stick To Your Guns - ‘Nobody’
If you’re into gnarly bass lines then Stick To Your Guns are your band, with the release of ‘Nobody’ a tremendous vibration of strings bouncing take a hold of your before Barnett’s vocals come swimming in adding an extra kick in the teeth. Keeping in tie with their positive outlook, this song reflects everything that is rebellion and never giving up which is hard to master without sounding tacky, however the band have grasped exactly this with hardcore beats that rage inner thoughts breaking loose from the world and going mad to. ‘Nobody’ has to be one of the songs that you put on repeat and never get bored of.
6. Roam - ‘Warning Sign’
A sneak peak from the new EP yet to be released, the ROAM guys are back with an intriguing track of ‘Warning Sign’. Just like their pervious work, this song captures their natural melodic talent, by polishing it ever so slightly, caked with advanced vocals which have clearly progressed with great strength. You wouldn't expect anything other than an ecstatic tune from these guys as always keeping you flying high on your toes, ROAM have yet again created another upbeat song that’s moderately improved.
7. Trash Boat - ‘Boneless’
Trash Boat are back again, sneaking back in with their single release of ‘Boneless’ which prances at you with all kinda of sounds. Diving head first into the track with vocals that are soon then joined by a short instrumental break filled with energetic rhythms and hooking lyrics which are closely relatable.
Defiantly one of the best pop punk songs of 2014, Trash Boat have managed to conjure up noises to fit into one song that stands out from the crowd most successfully.
8. Zoax - ‘Lonely Souls’
Unlike a mainstream rock band, Zoax have emerged through this foggy generic cycle with a whole new twist, releasing ‘Lonely Souls’. By adding a soothing soul melody which is sharply contrasted by Adam Carroll’s howling vocals, the single thrives to keep hold of your ears, right to the very end. Completely different from anything you’ve heard in a long time, this song captures their strongest sound so far, if not their best. Ending the constant switch from the two tones produced, ‘Lonely Souls’ is a downright banger.
9. Marmozets - ‘Captivate you’
Something a little less Marmozet and a little more subltle, which is exactly what ‘Captivates You’ does. From such an amazing album, an this underrated single shines through for me exploring the many twists and patterns this band can create. Straying slightly to the side from their typical structure, the track really pushes forth a deeper feeling that actually captivated me (ironic). Opposite to it’s competitor ‘Why Do You Hate Me’ which still stands strong, Becca MacIntyre’s vocals here are highlighted to centre spotlight.
10. Astroid Boys - ‘Dusted’
The boys are back with an even catchier track ‘Dusted’ which expands on their previous work from Beacon Dream.
Still layered with unorthodox turns, this track is backed up with a hard hitting hardcore riff plastered in the background which still remains focus while rapping bars are highlighted on top. Forward in their lyrics, Astroid Boys have continued to remain their highly granted standard with pacing verses that build up before breaking down into scattered noises, this track extended dominates all others. Not an expected single, but nevertheless one highly valued.
11. While She Sleeps - ‘New World Torture’
Ghosting for a year, Sleeps are back and better than ever with ‘New World Torture’ sweeping in just before the new year. Keeping Lawrence’s voice no secret, his even more battering vocals are screamed from the very start, backed up by injecting guitar riffs and heavy bass lines. Just like any sleeps song, this track is playful in texture with it’s change of paths that give off new experiences, Sleeps have teased us with their new mastered sound that does set our minds at ease.
12. Jamie T - ‘Zombie’
A single which I really wanted to rank much higher up on the ladder, however ‘Zombie’ makes a grand appearance, just in time for halloween, sweeping you with its high noted trance. With the release of a new album, Jamie T has produce an outstanding track which gets you jumping around your room sining along to every lyric. Animated this song holds strong against everything else as a bit of fun on the side, certainly a highlight of 2014.
13. The Ghost Inside - ‘Avalanche’
From the moment this was released, we all knew it was going to be a tune.
What really got me was the intro, taking a steady drum beat as you let yourself sink into Vigil’s outraged expression. Fast paced and taking over, ‘Avalanche’ has planned its journey in advanced with a clearly structured path, the track progresses with echoed gangs of vocals that disperse into the atmosphere, leaving you with a true TGI trademark.
14. Aaron West & The Roaring Twenties- ‘You Ain’t no Saint’
Soupy aka Aaron West going solo is something that we all deeply wanted to hear, and with this actually happening, ‘You Ain’t no Saint’ surly captures my feels.
Carrying on with a TWY vibe, AW&TRT starts this track off slowly, building up rhythm and sounds as they soon get compacted together growing towards the latter end of the track where it all comes crashing together.
A certain memorable feel is shot through your body when listening to this track as it’s contentment sweeps over nostalgic reactions.
15.Lower Than Atlantis - ‘Here We Go’
Despite a disappointing album LTA still have one banger, released as a single ‘Here We Go’ really does get my jam on. Body a strong to solidify 2014, the lads have packed up a funky bass riffs that is edgy in all the right strums, amplifying waves of vibration. Really taking a step up in their music ability, the track shows off all effort, displaying Duce’s vocals to be strong as well as the bands step up in tone.
16. Don Broco - ‘Money Power Fame’
With a surprisingly similar intro to LTA’s single, Don Broco have returned with an equally as raving track that gets you off your cold feet and into the winter air.
‘Money Power Fame’ is a song that you can’t help but like with its funky groves that twist in all kinds of directions and sharp pronouncing vocals, this track stands strong in my top 20 purely on its contagious noise.
17. Title Fight - ‘Chlorine’
With the much anticipated wait for Title Fight’s new album Hyperview to be released next year, ‘Chlorine’ was released as a taster just a few months before.
Mellowed in touch the band have produced a strong sound which releases my body from all the tension built up. Totally chilled out and swayey, this track is heavily built to focus on its instrumentals with the dominance on the guitar strains.
18. Fall Out Boy - ‘Centuries’
A single which I found myself liking a little too much, more than I even wanted to admit. Straight from the first air play, I knew this song would be playing 24/7 with it’s indignation presence you just couldn’t escape. With time this track grew highly on me, being a massive fan of the band I wasn’t too keen on their lateness album, however this track just modifies all of that. From the band I used to know, FOB have progressed and adapted to a modern wave of music, fitting right in with ‘Centuries’ being shockingly great.
19. Darlia - ‘Stars Are Aligned’
Newcomers, Darlia have banged out a bashful single ‘Stars Are Aligned’ right away. Wasting no time to get conferrable the trio from Blackpool have mastered a perfect piece of music. With grunge tones soaking in all interference, a certain charismatic aura is given off as the track progresses. Maybe not your cup of tea, but it’s surely a track that you are compelled to like.
20. OUTLIER - ‘Bridges’
Jumping beats bounce out of your speakers and into your ears with the intro of Outlier’s ‘Bridges’ single as it proves to be a banger right from the start. Taking a step up into even dirtier curves the track progresses deeper in tones while still keeping their catchy inflection. Vocally firm in just the right amount of bitterness, these guys have produced a winning single that unfolds just enough for you to get excited for an EP.
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