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Souls In Motion is the debut full-length album from Manchester-based five-piece Pastel , released on January 17, 2025. The band’s musical revolution blends inspiration from Britpop icons like The Stone Roses and The Verve with modern shoegaze and indie rock elements. Released via Spirit Of Spike Island , the album captures a nostalgic yet dynamic aura through its rich guitar layers and clear melodic core. Scoring an impressive 8.5/10, it was met with widespread critical acclaim. 🎸 Album Structure & Standout Tracks “ Heroes Blood ” – A powerful opener. Merges bold guitar work and energetic drums, fusing Britpop attitude with modern vitality. “ Your Day ” – One of Pastel’s signature songs. With its uplifting melody, it creates an indie-hymn effect beloved by fans. “ Dancing On A Pin ” – Carries an Oasis-style swagger; received praise from Liam Gallagher himself and was played on the Knebworth stages. “ Isaiah ” – Surprisingly emotional and shoegaze-heavy. Its bridge section ...

A Record That Gently Shakes Off the Dust of Time Born from the hazy corners of the internet and reborn into cult status, Nottingham-based Panchiko continues their unlikely resurrection with Ginkgo — their 2025 album that feels less like a comeback and more like a quiet, assured arrival. It’s not just a nostalgic nod to the past, but a still, brave statement of the present. “Honeycomb” – A Fragile Memory Box One of the album’s highlights, “Honeycomb” weaves together the pastoral charm of ’70s pop with the early-2000s haze of neo-psychedelia. It feels like something trapped on an old VHS tape: slightly blurred, yet emotionally sharp. Guitars swirl in reverb like memories dissolving in time, while the vocals blend into the sonic wallpaper — present, but hard to locate. The Album – A Walk Between Memory and Now Ginkgo isn’t just about looking back. It’s also the sound of not quite knowing what to do with the present. Panchiko flows like a slow-moving river: unpredictable in directi...