The Howl & The Hum have revealed their debut single in the shape of 'Godmanchester Chinese Bridge'. The York four-piece - Sam Griffiths, Conor Hirons, Bradley Blackwell, Jack Williams - blend a powerful, story-telling vocal, that nods to the emotional rawness of Damien Rice, with increasingly anthemic, organic instrumentation which builds to the song's epic climax. It's a serious statement of intent from an exciting new outfit who feel set to enjoy similar interest to fellow-newcomers, Mosa Wild, thanks to their mainstream-ready brand of pop-tinged rock. -G.O'B