Marketplace are Joel O’Beirne (vocals/bass), Evie Rhodes (vocals/guitar), Jack Purcell (guitar), Matthew Short (synth) and Ross Dixon (drums). Only a year and a half ago, they released their debut single Evergreen. In fact, it was no more than a demo. Even better: for some band members it was the first time they picked up their instruments. After widespread acclaim, their sophomore track Hard 2 Love followed a few months later.

Apparently, they took the COVID-19 period off, and who can blame them? Now, the British 5-piece resurface with new single Charlie. As far as I’m concerned, third time’s the charm, for it’s their most catchy and confident track yet. It combines hand claps, a xylophone, fresh guitar melodies and instant sing-along lyrics into a Spring anthem. Vocally, O’Beirne’s somewhat indifferent way of singing is a great tandem with Rhodes’ angelic backings.

For fans of bands like Satellite Stories, Two Door Cinema Club and Hippo Campus.

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Werner Schlosser

I’m a music industry watcher and journalist. Worked at a CD club, a record store chain and was editor in chief of an entertainment trade magazine. Have been in the radio business since 1987, producing and presenting shows. Was music director of several stations. Also, I developed the European Border Breakers Chart, Music Moves Europe Talent Chart and ESNS Chart. CEO of Werner Bros. tekst | uitleg.