Phil Johnston
Music addict. Spent too long and all my money chasing tapes, records, cds and now music ‘files’. Introduced to metal as a child(about 9), probably still my first love. I’ve always been open to interesting music be it stone roses, throwing muses, at the same time as Slayer and Suicidal Tendencies. Partial to a bit of Hip hop(though mostly older stuff) electronica, folk, jazz as much as modern extreme metal and stuff with a post in it somewhere.
Previously wrote for Sludgelord, Dan(editor) let me contribute to E+D now and then. Since 2013 rolled in I’ve been encouraged (he holds a gun to my head, help!) by Metal Editor Sander to contribute more. Which I’m happy to do as I can’t stop seeking new music and feel the need to tell people. Its the online version of the mad drunk on the bus no-one makes eye contact with. That’s me, wide-eyed deranged shouting about bandcamp discoveries.
Articles by Phil Johnston
The further into the album you go the more you feel steeped in its alternate dimension. I could pick individual tracks to highlight but honestly the biggest highlight is the album itself. By Phil Johnston
Young Fathers are making music that needs to be heard and due to the quality are likely to be, a lot. By Phil Johnston
The Flame Rave Ep is an essential release for Clark fans and an ideal starting point for any newcomers. By Phil Johnston
I’ve been lucky to have had time to listen to ‘Even Temper’ multiple times and it definitely keeps giving. After a few listens it begins to reveal itself and once it does it’s infectious. An album of focused brilliance that will hopefully see them established and recognised as much as they deserve. By Phil Johnston
Overall the album despite the eclectic sources has a cohesion and it’s difficult not to put on repeat. I expect Romare to find favour with hoards of music fans cutting across genres. By Phil Johnston
This is an accomplished and rewarding album that is as unique as it is brilliant. By Phil Johnston
Daniela Patrizi and Phil Johnston had a chat with Matt Carrington of Sunwølf about their upcoming album + exclusive video premiere for ‘Vultures Crown’.
“We’ve already started working on material for an album which I’m really excited about because it’s giving us more tracks to explore different elements, we’ve got some really exciting collaborations already lined up for it too.” – James Hamilton
Emma Ruth Rundle is an exceptional musician and singer; already having releases as The Nocturnes and as a member of Instrumental giants Red Sparowes, not to mention the sublime Marriages. 2014 sees her name take a more prominent billing, with her first official solo album released on Sargent House. Phil Johnston caught up with her to discuss.
Gretchen Lyme is someone you need to check out. If justice is done it’s only a matter of time before her exceptional talent is recognised by a much larger audience. By Phil Johnston
“I think it’s natural to be inspired by everything that touches you… Whether that’s directly or as a voyeur, real life or someone else’s artistic vision.” – Charlie, Thought Forms interviewed by Phil Johnston
Teeth of The Sea continue to prove to be one of the country’s brightest talents. With this re-imagining of A Field in England, they’ve created a truly worthwhile RSD release. By Phil Johnston
Somn feels like the soundtrack to the sunrise after the best night of your life. Hazy memories of awe depicted in audio form. I can only urge you to listen and lose yourself in it. By Phil Johnston
65daysofstatic are one of those bands I’d recommend to anyone to see live. If you appreciate live performance, few do it better. By Phil Johnston
worriedaboutsatan have returned after a four year silence to release the two track EP. Excited to see them back, I caught up with Gavin and Tom to discuss their past, future and present. By Phil Johnston
You should buy it. There are many who might not have heard it yet, and those who have tattered and worn original copies. Either way, it’s a great opportunity to own something brilliant. By Phil Johnston
Nobody Seen Nothing is a big leap forward for Hector Bizerk. It’s more mature, assured and generally an album they should be proud of. – By Phil Johnston
Phil Johnston spoke to 65daysofstatic’s Paul Wolinski about their upcoming shows in celebration of debut record The Fall of Math, and about the difficulties of being a band in the twenty-first century…
Gretchen Lyme has emerged from seemingly nowhere to release a highly impressive debut EP. The producer from Glasgow took time out to discuss the music, evil clowns and more with Phil Johnston.
Thee Silver Mt. Zion Memorial Orchestra playing Glasgow had a variety of music fans foaming at the mouth. For myself their new marvellously named new album ‘Fuck Off Get Free We Pour Light On Everything’ is not only their best yet but also one of the year’s early stand outs. There was a mixture of devoted fans, and those curious to learn more of the GY!BE related group packed into Oran Mor. By Phil Johnston
Enjoyable, at times challenging but inventive, and evokes memories of early Vadim/Shadow/Krush releases whithout being retro. By Phil Johnston
