Live Reviews, Single, EP and Album Reviews, Uncategorized

Durand Jones ‘Wait Til I Get Over’ album launch show

Durand Jones’ debut solo album ‘Wait Till I Get Over’ has just been released, and I’ve been super curious to hear his new songs since seeing him perform his album in it’s entirety live at Ninety One Living Room, Brick Lane, last month. Durand’s vocal range gives me goosebumps. Having seen Durand perform with his band, Durand Jones And The Indications three times previously I … Continue reading Durand Jones ‘Wait Til I Get Over’ album launch show

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Interviews, Uncategorized

Arliston Interview

Arliston are back, and if you haven’t already, be sure to check out their incredibly intriguing new single ‘Centre’.  “Before ‘Centre’ we’d never worked with another producer; having to explain ourselves had an unexpected effect on what came out. The identity of the ‘Centre’ is still very much “Arliston” at its core, but the fresh approach and bold textures took the project to an entirely … Continue reading Arliston Interview

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Folk by the Oak, Live Reviews, Uncategorized

Folk by the Oak 2021 Review

“I wish it was Sunday…’cause that’s my fun day” sang Kate Rusby, covering The Bangles’ ‘Manic Monday’, which was an ironic choice, and our shared feeling the following day. It was our first time at Folk by the Oak, and it was nothing short of the heartwarming treat we had hoped for. The festival sits comfortably in the grounds of Hatfield House on ‘The Queen … Continue reading Folk by the Oak 2021 Review

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Spiral Podcasts

Our first podcast series is available on Spotify We spotlighted our highlights off this year’s festival for new music, The Great Escape. This year, even though the festival went virtual, it wasn’t any less the annual treat of new music we all live for! And we were thrilled to be joined by NeOne The Wonderer, Ennio the Little Brother, Cj Pandit, GDJYB, Jodie Marie and … Continue reading Spiral Podcasts

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A Funk Odyssey Interview

A Funk Odyssey is our current lockdown tonic. Our conversation with the Italian electronic duo, Luigi and Alessandro, was so wonderfully escapist. We discussed everything from embracing life’s journey, the power of dancing, until you can no longer feel your feet, and past lives as squirrels and lichen moss, no less!  Can you share with us a little backstory to your band? Also, what’s your … Continue reading A Funk Odyssey Interview

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Carmody // Interview // Lockdown Lowdown

Here we are in December, and it’s Christmas, madness! As our ‘lockdown lowdown’ series continues, singer-songwriter Carmody sits down with us virtually, to discuss everything from the healing powers of cold water swimming, to songwriters powers in unconsciously predicting their future.  This year has been a strange concoction of grieving and learning to appreciate the little things in life for Carmody. And it’s during these … Continue reading Carmody // Interview // Lockdown Lowdown

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Live Reviews, Uncategorized

Greentea Peng // Hootananny, Brixton // Live Review // Live Music Nostalgia

Firstly, I have to thank Spotify for introducing me to Greentea Peng last year, who’s been my saviour this year! Her song ‘Downers’ was on my Spotify Discover Weekly playlist, and I immediately fell in love with it. Funnily enough, the universe sent me another sign. Tucked inside my copy of The Big Issue, was a flyer for Emerge Festival 2019, and none other than … Continue reading Greentea Peng // Hootananny, Brixton // Live Review // Live Music Nostalgia

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New Music Premieres, Single, EP and Album Reviews, Uncategorized

Tommy Cullen ‘New Love’ Video Premiere

Tommy Cullen convened with his former bandmates from Dublin-based alternative band, The False and the Fair at their old stomping ground, Hellfire Studios in the Dublin Mountains for his latest single ‘New Love’. Their performance was captured live by longtime collaborator Ivan Jackman, and reflects the raw energy and effortless interplay that will be familiar to fans of the band. After piano and cello overdubs … Continue reading Tommy Cullen ‘New Love’ Video Premiere

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Pearse McGloughlin & Nocturnes // The Rest // Album Review

New album, The Rest, from Sligo born and based singer-songwriter, Pearse McGloughlin & Nocturnes is soothing, autumnal ambience, that allures us daydreamers. Opening with foreboding solitary piano chords, and lyrics that touch on ghostly visitations, you just know from the offset, that you are in for a poetic journey. And McGloughlin’s introspection does well to trigger our own. Memories whirl with the mediative instrumentals and … Continue reading Pearse McGloughlin & Nocturnes // The Rest // Album Review

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Fleet Foxes // Crack Up // Album Review

So, do you think the smoke, it won’t enfold you?…. Recently, I found a new appreciation for Fleet Foxes. I must admit that when they returned after their six-year hiatus, with their third album ‘Crack-Up’, I was not in a place to listen to it. Funny how that happens sometimes, isn’t it? You return to music later in your life, and it immediately speaks to … Continue reading Fleet Foxes // Crack Up // Album Review

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