mxdwn.co.uk » The Wytches https://www.mxdwn.co.uk all that matters in music in the UK Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:57:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=4.1 The Wytches Release Long Awaited Third Album ‘Three Mile Ditch,’ to Streaming and Physical Outlets https://www.mxdwn.co.uk/news/the-wytches-release-long-awaited-third-album-three-mile-ditch-to-streaming-and-physical-outlets/ https://www.mxdwn.co.uk/news/the-wytches-release-long-awaited-third-album-three-mile-ditch-to-streaming-and-physical-outlets/#comments Sat, 14 Nov 2020 00:49:02 +0000 http://www.mxdwn.co.uk/?p=26436 After a long break following their second album ‘All Your Happy Life,‘ and an even longer break since their debut ‘Annabel Dream Reader,’  The Wytches have finally returned with a third effort, called ‘Three Mile Ditch,’ which they believe to be the ‘best yet’ as they state themselves, announcing the news on their instagram page. While the news will not come as a surprise to some of their fans, many of whom will have tuned into their halloween performance which was livestreamed in IGTV on the last day of October, it will certainly be welcome news to those eager to get their hands on a pre-ordered vinyl copy, especially now that we are in lockdown once again.

The Brighton Surf-Doom rockers have righteous pride in this new work which has all the sinister edge and grizzly snarl of their debut with an even spookier halloween feel in tracks like ‘Cowboy,’ which have the atmosphere of a cowboy zombie apocalypse.  The trio have always had a dark, despondent outlook and their music reflects this. However, until now they always seemed out of step with the world in their darkness. Now The Wytches are oddly comparable with the mood of the times, the dark and shadowy wails which they have been making since 2014 are likely very similar to the noises circulating through the minds of all of us trapped in this global nightmare.


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Although tracks from the album have been available to listen to on Bandcamp for a little while now, the coming of the official release day will be the cause of much excitement amongst die hard fans of the band who are part of a very special movement, the vinyl revival. The Wytches fit into that unique category of Brighton bands in the Indie or Alternative journal which attract the type of fans who are true believers in the ideology of vinyl superiority over all mediums, as well as a good understanding of the economic nightmare which faces artists trying to live on streaming royalties alone.


Fans of the band are also the type of niche hipster who maintains a very particular nostalgic fondness for cassette tapes. While they must admit to themselves that the sound quality on a cassette is hardly a good enough reason on its own to invest in the dated technology, there is a certain blocky charm to the things and they have a nice satisfying feel in the hands. Cassette tapes, vinyl as well as CDs, T-shirts and Art prints are all available for super fans to purchase directly from the band on their Bandcamp profile, which is one of the best sites out their for ensure that the artists get a fair share of the revenue from their creative works.

In fact, Bandcamp has on a number of occasions chosen to waive their revenue share of sales made on the site meaning that artists get every penny of every sale made on such days.The album can also be purchased on vinyl or CD from independent record stores such as Brighton’s Resident Records.

 

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The Wytches, a British Surf-Doom band have released a special live streamed performance to mark halloween this year and in advance of their upcoming album which is due of release soon. The set they performed is dark and heavy and perfectly suited for the halloween occasion. The Wytches are known for their dark and twisted sound which they have amplified with creepy visuals and scary costumes in this live video.

The performance was recorded in ‘Birmingham’s underground,’ and uploaded to Instagram by Megatone Sessions. The Megatone Sessions premiered with an electronic artist called Blue Ruth and The Wytches’ halloween performance is a second instalment in the series. The loud and raucous doom sounds of The Wytches sound even more potent in a time of plague. This band have been post-apocalyptic for years so the pandemic must come as no surprise to them.


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The Wytches used the most of their halloween performance opportunity by teasing fans with the sounds of their upcoming album release ‘Three Mile Ditch,’ which the band are selling direct to fans on bandcamp with a variety fo deluxe and limited edition options available. The prices they are offering are incredible affordable compared to the mainstream recording industry with a limited edition red vinyl available for just £22, only two more expensive than the standard cut. On top of this fans can also get their hands on a a deluxe bundle including red vinyl, a signed CD and art print, a Cassette and a T-shirt for £50, cheaper than many of the top bundles of more mainstream artists such as The Gorillaz costing much more than this.

Anyone wanting to have an early listen to the songs can also do this on the band’s Bandcamp sight which allows for free unlimited streaming of the album while you consider whether you would like to pre-order a physical copy or purchase a download. Not only is bandcamp more affordable for the listener, it is also better for the artist as they receive money for their sales directly, with a small commission taken by the website, rather than through royalty payments as a traditional label model would have it. Bandcamp have also on a number of occasions on specific dates, waived their commission on all sales made through their service that day, especially throughout lockdown which has given many small or independent artists a much needed financial boost throughout this crisis.

Like all bands at this moment, the touring plans of The Wytches have been severely impacted by the ongoing restrictions, with the first gig of their new album tour which would have been in Leeds this month being cancelled. Unfortunately for fans across the country the band do not have any more shows scheduled until July 2021 when they are set to play in Cheltenham. The band also have dates arranged on the continent so fans across the channel will likely be crossing their fingers for the R rate to be driven down quickly enough to allow live music again.

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