Features The Neu Bulletin (31st March 2014)

The Neu Bulletin is a daily update of the most exciting new things DIY’s listening to. Some of the music you’ll like, some of it you won’t. We can’t please everyone, sorry.

Every day we offer up a choice show, a song of the day (branched under the understated heading “big Neu thing”) and a little something extra that’s caught our attention. Check back here every day for your latest Neu Bulletin delivery.

THE GIG
The Acid - London, Chat’s Palace


Steve Napier, Adam Freeland and Ry X combine to form The Acid, a majestic, electronic pop trio putting emphasis on direct songwriting and cutting minimalism. Their first ever show takes place tonight. Speaking to the trio last week, they promised a fascinating light show that interacts spontaneously with the music being played. No big deal, then. This is going to be a debut to remember.

THE BIG NEU THING
The Derevolutions - ‘Now You Know My Name’


Bouncing off the walls like someone who’s just tried coffee with sugar for the first time, The Derevolutions makes manic, hyperactive pop that’s defined by organic instrumentation. Thinking back, Brett Boucher might me the most Go! Team sounding thing since The Go! Team, in that he’s pouring all kinds of wildly disparate influences into a melting pot teeming with flavour. ‘Now You KNow My Name’ (featuring the vocals of “Karina”), sees the Boston producer truly arrive. Half mariachi band, half whistle-friendly cheer, this is destined for big things. Probably a sofa advert, come to think of it.