Little Comets: Breaking Out Into The Industry

Down to earth ‘kitchen sink’ indie band Little Comets are proving that words do truly have power. Touching on less spoken about subjects in their songs, the band is the new face of social justice through music.

Known for their unconventional gig locations, yet with relaxed and friendly atmospheres, Little Comets are braving the injustices of the world, as well as those experienced as a British citizen.

While “Isles” screams reverse British patriotism, “Dancing Song” and debut single “One Night in October” are instant mood lifters with infectious tunes. Their catchy sounds from across their 4 released albums are a representation of all that is experienced in life, not just romance, featuring the moving song “Salt” in remembrance of an abused young boy, an issue lead singer Robert Coles had been affected by and had spoken about openly during interviews.

The Yorkshire based band, comprising of brothers Robert and Michael Coles, Mark Harle, and Matt Hall, are keeping indie music alive through soulful anthems that discuss euphoria, tragedy, and the feelings that come with being alive. Their 2015 album Hope is Just A State of Mind, was a huge success followed after Life Is Elsewhere in 2012. “We started recording Hope is Just A State of Mind in December 2013 and it took about 13 months to finish it. We already had quite a lot of songs written so decided to release 3 EPs as well as the album.” Robert had said. The small town band were signed to major label Columbia Records in early 2009, to which their relationship with the company had crumbled, later being signed by independent label Dirty Hit. The band had its first and second albums released through Dirty Hit, before deciding to go solo with their careers. “We have so much more freedom with our music when we’re not on a label.” Says lead singer Robert Coles. “We’re now writing and recording songs that we want to produce and we’re a lot more confident about the whole process.” Robert says.

The band’s confidence has indeed grown, with the release of their highly awaited newest album Worhead, introducing a variety of new sounds for fans, from the elaborately expressive “Hunting”, the quick paced “Louise”, and the sentimental “The Man Who Wrote Thriller”. The album was released earlier this month, promoted through their UK tour which took place from January-February.