Within just two years of forming, Manchester quartet Parting Gift have inked a deal with Fearless Records and racked up a very diverse set of strong support slots. Does their new EP 'Ensom' justify the investment and attention?

The Royal are a metalcore band from the Netherlands who, on their third full length album, are looking to break through in their busy scene. Have they been able to rise above the crowds with 'Deathwatch'?