*Tips for 2012* #2 Gross Magic

So, after dabbling in a few genres young Sam Mcgarrigle from Brighton has found a style of making music that is on a par with any pop chart regulars in terms of catchiness, but with a refreshing lo-fi sound. Sam seems to have the gift of not only knowing what to take from what has influenced him, but he seems to have been able to piece them together in such a way as to create something really special with his debut release 'Teen Jamz' Ep.
The EP sent the blog world alight with excitement and intrigue earlier this year.

I've read somewhere that the initial creative 'spark' for his sound was a chance finding of an ELO greatest hits cassette in a charity shop. I gather that was his initial inspiration and he then brought his take along with all of his other influences.

I really look forward to hearing what he comes up with next.
He has recently been touring the UK and Europe with Yuck and Metronomy.

Keep an eye on his website and facebook for upcoming shows in 2012. I hear that he'll be over in America for SXSW and you can catch them for free at these UK Vice magazine launches with FANZINE.