Achilla
"If you thought the goth metal division was getting cluttered with bands who are just copying each other, then Achilla might just freshen up your attitude. They're heavy, melodic and have the touch of individuality that must just see them soar" (Malcolm Dome, Journalist)
They’ve been called The United Nations Of Contemporary Rock, and with good reason.
Take a Hungarian singer, Martamaria, and an Italian guitarist, Daniele Panza. Add the just-recruited Greek bassist Gus Macricostas and Spanish keyboard player Gonzalo Carrera to the Italian drummer Vincenzo Infusino. Stir vigorously in a London setting and you have Achilla, one of the most exciting young bands on the 21st Century Rock Scene.
They blend a smorgasbord of influences (from extreme metal to gothic, electronic to world... visit their site >>
Adele Swallow
New - First 6 track EP Just Released
This long-awaited debut EP is a 6 track 'taster selection' of songs that have proved to be successful at live performances and will undoubtedly continue to enthrall audiences on this CD.
Available from www.myspace.com/adeleswallow and itunes
Since the age of 14 Adele has been crafting strikingly beautiful songs that reflect and represent varied themes of everyday life, love and loss. Now, it would seem that Adeles songwriting and vocal talents have matured to portray a frankness and honesty that many of her peers can only hope to imitate.
Heavily influenced by a myriad of genres, Adeles style dances between blues, bluegrass and folk-pop to create a host of credible, not to mention memorable songs that are coupled with a rich, soulful... visit their site >>
Adventures Of
Adventures Of.. are a 2 piece Eastbourne Group, We take influence from many different styles, most of which being electronica, industrial and hip-hop.
We've performed at Charity Gigs and at Eastbourne Beer festival aswell as previously hosting our own regular event..
We hope you enjoy our music and would appreciate any feedback.
Our new E.P. East Sussex Vice is nearing completion - hope you take the time to give our material a listen, especailly if you're not a fan of hip-hop or rap.
to join mailing list and receive info on gigs and releases email
adventuresofcontact@gmail.com with 'Mail' as subject.
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Aidan Parle
Irish song writer Aidan Parle has been noted particularly for his unique, illustrious vocal range, where his gentle falsettos and aggressive heartfelt vocal lines liaise to form a beautifully distinctive style.
His music extends from simple acoustic tunes to heavy, passion-filled rock riffs. With Parle’s diversity in terms of song writing and vocals, many listeners can enjoy a number of styles mixed into one performance.
Aidan has played both sides of the Atlantic, and with a wealth of experience behind him continues to go from strength to strength. visit their site >>
Alex Roots
Heya everyone, thanks for visiting my page … I’m Alex Roots and my debut album “Adrenaline Rush” will be out this year!!
Times have flown by like a huge Seagull, i've had such a great time and can't believe how craazzzyyyyyy everything has turned out!
Meeting all the awesome people at Good Groove has really spurred everything on. I've left school (YAY) and now i've got my new band together; who are insane at what they do! I've got Shane Lee on the guitar, Jackson Ellis on drums and Chris Gulino keyboards! BUT we wouldn't have got to where we are with the music without the help of M.D Neil Jones, absolute legend...
I have been gigging and have been lovvvvvving it! Done some really cool places, Engine room, Cobden Club, Good Ship, got YOYO and Coition, Big Chill house. Been... visit their site >>
Alien Nation
ALIEN NATION is a chaotic, controlled, pretty, dynamic and explosive answer to current musical trends. They themselves cannot define a genre for their music. The music itself is a blend of spaced-out, psychedelic and grunge(y) guitar noize (Joey Flanagan, Luke Tomkins) melded with beautiful intricate melodies, precise rhythms (David Williams) and pounding bass lines (Krist Tomkins). Their live show is always raw, unpredictable and energetic, and they have been known to spread contagious dancing and occasional mosh-pitting. Their album "No Phun Intended" can be described as a blistering 9 track thrill ride of crunchy-nut cornflake distortion, whirlwind rattlesnake guitar/bass rhythms and gigantic percussive power. visit their site >>
All Jigged Out
Celtic Jazz-Funk five-piece.
Reviews:
from Folkandroots.co.uk:
All Jigged Out ? Wish Hill (Hobgoblin Records HOBCD1004)
""The opening few bars of this tremendous instrumental album will immediately catch your attention! For those of you who can cast your mind back to Moving Hearts or early Davy Spillane you?ll feel comfortable in an indulgent sort of way and those who can cast their mind even further back there are touches of Vladimir Cosma who wrote the inspired score for the David McCallum TV version of ?Kidnapped?. This sense of grandeur explodes from arrangements such as ?The All-Knowing Salmon/McArthur Road? featuring the band?s jazz/folk cross-over brilliantly with a Grapelli-esque Benjamin Lee (fiddle) sparring with the flute of Philippe Barnes. Tom Phelan (Piano)... visit their site >>
Alleycats
A 50's rock'n'roll band. The Alleycats in their great tuxedo jackets have come to be known as the 'Smartest Cats In Town'. They play a complete cross section of 50s style rock'n'roll, including rockabilly, swing and doo-wop. A six piece line-up includes tenor sax, piano, guitar, bass and drums along with lots of vocals from both their featured vocalist and the rest of the guys.
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And Shoes Left Town
The band's upcoming EP, Arc Of Visibility, fuses Jon Clarke and Robin Andrews' powerful vocal work with an individual music style to create a genre defining album chocked full of heart-pounding post-punk. With standout tracks like "The Master Craftsman," the music of ...And Shoes Left Town has recieved great acclaim from local music fans, in addition to receiving BBC Radio play, before the band has even launched its live music debut. The band is prepared to make their mark on the British music scene.
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Animal Kingdom
“The sonic sweep and grandeur of early Radiohead and second album-era Coldplay… lovely, sunny songs, but with that key ingredient – a lurking melancholy” – Sunday Times
“Achingly beautiful celestial indie… Will have Sigur Rós quivering with envy” - NME
“They could be the first stadium-rock balladeers it's OK to like” – The Guardian
“Their live presence is a resounding and cinematically cosmic experience… Their debut swells with spiritually melancholic masterpieces” – The Fly
“Responsible for making some of the catchiest tunes this side of 2009” – Clash
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Anthony Duke
Thanks for stopping by, Here’s a bit about me…….
I’m a singer/songwriter of Anglo Irish descent, (My mum was Irish). I’m currently based in the UK, although I’m more than happy to combine my love of music with my love of travelling.
My dad bought me my first Guitar when I was 9, he played banjo and Ukulele, so he showed me a few chords and I worked the rest out for myself.
Although my musical influences are diverse some of the main ones are The Eagles, Jackson Browne, Elvis, The Beatles, plus contemporary artists like Keith Urban and Martina McBride, My core sound is Country - Rock/Pop, Americana with a Celtic feel thrown in here and there.
I’ve worked in most major studios in the UK and had recording and publishing deals with both major and indie companies in the UK,... visit their site >>
Asiago
Asiago was formed in Trondheim, Norway summer 2007 by five young men with experience from former and current Trondheim bands (such as Josephine, So-so slow and Monkfish). The members have been through a period of getting to know one and other musically, before starting to write and compose songs with a musical style that fits everybody. The next step for Asiago is to play for as many people as they can, and also to produce and record songs while they are in their early stages (through creation and rehearsal). When enough songs of quality have been through this process, Asiago will re-record these songs for an album or an EP, hopefully still playing concerts on a regular basis. visit their site >>
Beautiful Company
Beautiful Company was created on 'All Hallows Eve' in the year 1980 with the birth of one child. As the years passed on and the child grew older the childs path in life became clear. Then for his twelth birthday an old battered acoustic guitar was places in his hands. And with that moment he had the tools to create a strange and unusal noise. As the years passed the child learned to master his craft and with the dawning of the year 2006 Beautiful Company revealed himself to the world. visit their site >>
Billy Nielsen
Billy began playing guitar at the age of 11 and was writing songs by the age of 12. At this time he started singing and playing guitar in public and an early teenage career saw him appearing on UK Summer Shows in 1989 and 1990 with 60s legends, such as Showaddywaddy, Brian Poole and the Tremeloes, Screamin Lord Sutch, Jet Harris (The Shadows) and a host of others.
Playing to 2000 people a night at the age of 13! This period also included numerous UK TV appearances. In 1993 as Billy’s songwriting matured he moved into a more acoustic based field, and from 1994 to late 1998 he toured this material throughout the UK as an emerging singer/songwriter/guitarist. Appearing at the Edinburgh Folk and Bradford Festivals, and London venues such as the Marquee Cafe, 12 Bar Club, Rock Garden,... visit their site >>
Bitchfinder Genital
Bitchfinder Genital is a sometimes one piece/two piece/three piece/whoever can be roped into it assortment of buffoons making terrible noises.
It's all very much lo-fi home recording and production but we hope you find something you enjoy among the tunes created. Some of them are purely instrumental, some have lyrics but none preach. It's not our place to try to tell you how to think. Chances are you'll not see Bitchfinder Genital playing gigs any time soon as mostly our efforts require each person to play more than one instrument. We don't have enough friends to make up the numbers as we're practically hermits. Therefore, we hope you like the recordings.
Even if you don't like the first few songs you listen to, please be sure to check for more. We try to keep some amount of... visit their site >>
BLAST OFF
Blast Off are a Rock n Roll Rockabilly band, Specializing in the 50's era.
Blast Off pride themselves on playing every sound live, with a fantastic sound of much bigger bands.
Voted “Best Band on the Circuit” for 1998, Blast Off are still filling venues all over the Country with a huge following of fans. Blast Off have backed top artists, such as Wee Willie Harris, Graham Fenton from (Matchbox), Linda Gale Lewis and many more. They are also currently backing Sixties Star Mike Berry with packed audiences and great success all over the country. A great live Rockin’ sound, a good choice of material to suit any audience. Having played all the motorcycle rallies, Peterborough, Croft Circuit, Brighton, Kent, all the Rock’n’Roll festivals, for all the promoters, Blast Off have played all... visit their site >>
Blood Red Shoes
Born Blood Red Shoes in Brighton, England, November 2004, and taking their name from the aforementioned yarn, likewise, some say Laura-Mary Carter (guitar / vocals) and Steven Ansell (drums / vocals) were destined to make music together the moment they first met. "I used to go see Steven's then-band Cat On Form," says Laura. "They were great; pretty popular on the punk scene, and I pretty much knew I wanted to be in a band with him the moment we first met. He stole my hat from me and held its return to ransom until I'd agree to meet him. It was blatant flirting really..." And so it came to be that, when Cat On Form wound down, Laura agreed to meet Steven to reclaim her stolen hat, and the duo found themselves in a draughty south coast rehearsal space, rattling through muddy, fuzzy... visit their site >>
Bo
I've played guitar a couple of years and this is pretty much whats come from it. visit their site >>
Bo Went to England
Bo went to England, what else do you wanna know?
Alright right now I'm in the process of writing & recording, on the blog I publish my progress. There is also a lot of technical information on exactly how I recorded the music, for those who are interested in that sort of things.
Since I'm a music student at University of Brighton I have access to a lot of cool and expensive stuff, so if you like the techy bit it's worth checking out! visit their site >>
Bobby Long
Bobby Moved to London from the west country three years ago to do music and write and play as much as possible. He is currently working on an Ep and co-wrote a song with Marcus Foster that was used on the Twilight Soundtrack.
His music is like drops of rain on a bull fighters back, like punches breaking through a Windy Gail. He is going to the states to play this easter and influences range from Dylan to Elliott smith to chopping wood in the night with a rusty spoon.
For booking gigs, Private Partys or any further information please contact his manager PHIL TAYLOR at his email PHIL@UPALLNIGHTMUSIC.COM or 07903205289.
For Press please contact: US press ahartman@samamglobal.com UK press Connelly.hayley@gmail.com
MANAGEMENT: PHIL TAYOR Email: phil@upallnightmusic.com... visit their site >>
Brassneck
pop music, what's it all about, mouthy ?
songs that make you smile ?
songs that make you cry ?
songs that save your life ?
you've got a brassneck ain't ya ? .. visit their site >>
Bulbous Head
We formed way back in the summer of 2003 as a duo, Craig and Alyson, to entertain ourselves with a bizarre medieval styled song called 'Fatman Lute', we made an albums worth of material and eventually we progressed to playing live and got a band together. Our live show is a bit chaotic. visit their site >>
CalatrilloZ
Theatrical Rock from London!
"Their songs are brilliantly composed, catchy and their stage performances are something else. It is akin to a meeting of Led Zeppelin, Queen, a night at the theatre, followed by a trip to the circus. Their performances on stage are as theatrical as their music –replete with makeup , masks, gothic attire and two back-up singers who perform in fishnets and corsets."
13/3/09 - www.fattalent.blogspot.com
"I loved everything i heard. To me, Calatrilloz sound like a mix of the best bits of Queen, Tenacious D, and Andrew Lloyd Webber! The band has a very professional sound and the theatrical element i mentioned earlier is something i have always wanted to see the return of in Rock music and Calatrilloz are carrying the flag. "
Sunday 29/3/09 -... visit their site >>
Carolina Liar
About CAROLINA LIAR
In his day-to-day dealings with members of LA's music community, there are two things singer Chad Wolf has heard repeatedly. One involves praise for his songwriting skills, which seem to effortlessly tow the line between infectious, delectable pop and a deeper, darker rock discourse. The other: disbelief. How did your classic struggling musician, who toiled away at coffeehouse gigs for most of his adult life, end up on the receiving end of a deal with a major label? The story may seem far-fetched, some might even say too good to be true, but somewhere between accolades and accusations is honesty, which, ironically, is what Carolina Liar is all about.
But now that he has the platform and support, Chad is giving Carolina Liar his all. And if, by name alone, he's... visit their site >>
Casey Desmond New
Casey Desmond is a vocalist, song writer, and multi-instrumentalist who brilliantly balances edgy guitars, soulful pianos & haunting instrumentation with her nearly 4 octave vocal range to create
music that defies the boundaries of genre. With over 25 songwriting awards and nominations, Casey has written and recorded with such luminaries as multi Gold and Platinum Producer Anthony J Resta (collective soul, Shawn Mullins) Grammy winner Will Ackerman, Peter Gabriels' Tony Levin, Bryan Carrigan, Chris Fogel & more.
She’s performed at colleges & venues all over the country as well as the following festivals: CMJ, Virgin College Mega Tour, Sundance Film Festival , South Park, London Calling, MMS, MPMF, Head of the Charles Regatta, NACA, COCA, DBMC, Chickfest, Collegefest, Intl. Folk... visit their site >>
Charlie Uniform November Tango
"""Bouncers carrying vocalists off stage, guitarists wielding mic stands at the decorations and a skinny gas-masked bassist squealing distorted orders at the audience whilst jutting about like an undernourished, over medicated kid.
With instruments arguing with stabs of distortion, static and nauseating changes in timing and speed, Charlie Uniform November Tango's sound comes in waves. Either in dense blasts of sound, where you can't separate lead singer Sophie's high pitched screaming from the bands constant feedback, or where they lumber over each other frantically like a swarm of bee's trying to pollinate your frontal lobe.""
Charlie Uniform November Tango, formed in December 2006, which started the basis of an extreme noise project. With heavy influences from Converge, Daughters,... visit their site >>
Chloe Du Pre
Chloe du Pre is a 19yr old singer/songwriter from the south coast of England.
Chloe started singing and performing from a very young age, along with her voice she is an accomplished pianist and cellist. Chloe has consistently written her own music, which paid off when, at the age of only sixteen was awarded ‘The Stage Scholarship for aspiring pop vocalist and just recently being awarded a finalist position in the ‘BBC Radio 2 New Talent Academy for songwriters.
Chloe now spends all her time on writing and performing her music, with an impressive five- piece band, consisting of some of the best session players around.
Chloe’s impressive talent for singing and song writing has gained attention from recognised artists such as Robin Gibb from the Bee Gee’s who invited Chloe to his... visit their site >>
Circle Round The Park
Circle Round The Park are an alternative/pop/rock band from London who write, record and produce all their own original material with influences from artists such as Jeff Buckley, Radiohead, Patrick Watson, Coldplay and John Mayer.
The band formed, in 2006, after studying together at college, and over the past two years have been a band discovering their own style. Now Circle Round The Park feel they are ready to be let loose on the London gig scene with a string of quality songs under their belt and the promise of a great live show no matter what the venue. visit their site >>
Circuit Chase
Circuit Chase are an indie/rock band from Bicester, Oxfordshire comprising of Thomas Muddle, Connor Butler, Mark White, Jack Little and Matthew Sherwood. Their brand of britpop-esque catchy rock music has earnt them a big following already, as well as a slot at the O2 Academy in Oxford for only their third proper gig. visit their site >>
Claire Roelands
Following Claire’s debut demo came a string of compliments from top name producers, rave reviews from music industry consultants and headlines like “One Woman Phenomenon” from newspaper reviews.
So where next for such great new talent? Well...
Claire spent time studying music production and also music tutoring, gained experience playing urban music festivals alongside headline acts such as Blak Twang and wrote even more great tunes. This all led to some major record label interest from the likes of Telstar, EMI Germany and First Avenue Records.
Primarily a vocalist Claire has honed her skill as a songwriter. Producing heartfelt songs with layers of rich harmonies, from acoustic to fully produced r’n’b. The lyrics tell mini stories of love, lust and betrayal amongst other... visit their site >>
Clarky Cat
At the moment all our gigs are DJ sets
The group is formed by boys who take care of the guitars and a girl who is in charge of the digital battery.
For death threats and bookings: Arne Blackman at HOTMAIL.COM visit their site >>
Coaster
Hi I'm Ashok from the band and these songs currently here are from our home demo recorded all the way back in 2005 (now you know why we're called 'Coaster'!). We're currently working on definitive studio recordings of our songs for an album and would appreciate all constructive feedback on our latest survey, as the first one (created without my knowledge!) did not showcase the songs in the best light. Thanks for your time. visit their site >>
Connell and the Mainheads
We see ourselves as psychodelic grunge funk. Have been goin for some years now. We really like making music. visit their site >>
Crystal Clear
We are Crystal Clear, and we play Rock N' Roll.
CC have been together since early 2003. In their first few years, the band went from playing cover versions in their school theatre with guest singers to warming up for various local bands after the induction of lead singer Jake Rowlinson, who has been said to be ’the next Mick Jagger’ by one Judge in the Staffordshire Rocks competition the band took part in last year. Their most successful period was over 2006-7 when they headlined a string of gigs across the Midlands, building up their already impressive fanbase. During this time the band also recorded their debut album ’Balance Of Power’ and made three music videos. They’ve made a huge name for themselves throughout the area and have become renound for their upbeat rock and their... visit their site >>
Daniel Tse
Daniel Tse (pronounced Jair) is the brand new artist introduced by HI-LI and also Guy Fletcher OBE, the renowned music publisher of Music Copyright Solutions PLC.
Daniel is both English and Cantonese ethnic origin and hails from the Northwest of England. He has recorded his debut album with HI-LI, talented songwriters and musicians previously recognised for their partnership with 80's legends Tears for Fears and many other music talents. 'Daniel is exactly what the current popular music scene needs, a young, cultured, talented vocalist doing real music that people want to hear' - (Simon Lines of HI-LI)
The album has been recorded at Creation Studios by Gary Stevenson and Dave West the superb producers behind Go West, Rick Astley, The Rocky 4 Soundtrack and endless other... visit their site >>
Departure
Growing up in the middle of nowhere, there really was`nt much to do.
Music became the raw matereial of drastic change!
Maybe.......
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Destitute
From the cess pool of Uttoxeter, striving to break free.
Obsessed with music as long as any of us can remember and always had the dream of doing what we love.
We are mainly influenced by:
The Architects
The Blackout
A Day To Remember
The Dillinger Escape Plan
Psyopus
We aim to combine prett harmonious melodies with strong thrash to create an original unique sound. visit their site >>
Diamond Drive
The band lineup you see right now was formed back in December 2006. The core musicians Chris, Patrick, Kalle and Anders, were on the look out for a singer who could liven up to their version of Heavy Rock, and for a long time no one presented themselves, or more precisely no one stood up to be counted. Until that is, Jens appeared; young, twisted and soulful, Diamond Drive were born.
During their first year Diamond Drive have released the Maggot EP, Early 2007, which was well received. Along with playing across their native Denmark they are rapidly making the UK their second home. An initial tour in October 2007 has been followed by a more productive tour in February 2008.
The EP, The Infidel's EP, is due to be released in November 2008.
So far two of the tracks from the... visit their site >>
Edwina Hayes
Edwina Hayes is a singer/songwriter who has been a regular performer on the UK acoustic scene since 1999.
Edwina grew up in Preston, Lancashire before moving to the East coast of Yorkshire as a teenager, where she has been based ever since. Dividing her time between the UK and America, Edwina's second home is Nashville where she is much loved as a songwriter and artist.
In March 2003 Edwina signed as a writer with Warner Chappell. Her influences include Mindy Smith, Ray Charles, Carole King, Van Morrison, Nanci Griffith, Richard Thompson, Patty Griffin and Bob Dylan. As well as writing on her own, Edwina enjoys co-writing with her friends such as Carissa Broadwater and Malcolm Darwen and has also co-written songs with writers ranging from UK writers Boo Hewerdine (Patience of... visit their site >>
Emily Rose
Hi everybody!
I'm Emily and I have been singing one way or another since forever.
I have started singing publicly over the last year and I'm really enjoying it.
There are some tracks to listen to which I hope you like and I will get some pictures done and uploaded soon. The video might take a little longer.
See you soon, Emily X visit their site >>
Faaye Wheatley
Hi! my name is Faaye Wheatley.
I am a twenty year old singer from Eastbourne. I have been singing since I was very small but only been playing along on the ol six string and writing my songs for the past year.
Since my first gig 'South East Unsigned' in late summer 2007, I have
enjoyed playing at pubs, bars, clubs and events around my local town ever since (including the Eastbourne Beer Festival and Funktion Fest at the Funktion Rooms).
I would love to play with other musicians and maybe even get myself involved with a band and also to branch out into other areas and play with other musicians or just experience playing in front of new people.
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Familiar Looking Strangers
About Familiar Looking Strangers
Three cheeky Scouse lads, two Spaniards, one mission.
‘One lucky day we met these three lads, and the mission began,’ says Carlos. And so it ensued. Carlos and Luis are closer than brothers. Having grown up together in Madrid, played in the same bands, shared cigarettes, beer, girls, food etc...
With the Spanish music scene being strangely different from what we’re used to in the UK, Carlos and Luis started off with the trend of being in as many bands as possible. At one time they were in 8 bands at the same time! ‘One day, we thought, ‘A tomar por culo’ (literal translation: ‘fuck it up the arse’). ‘We took the car and drove to the UK. We didn’t have a place to stay, or anyone to play with, we didn’t have a dime. But, the idea was to meet... visit their site >>
Fictions
Hello, we're Fictions.
"FICTIONS, purveyors of very intelligent, frantic indie pop. A power trio taking influences from early Biffy Clyro and various old and new school dance records. FICTIONS are definitely one to watch out for in the not so distant future!" - SHOUT OUT Promotions
For enquiries about anything at all, message us on here or send an e-mail to: fictions@live.com visit their site >>
Finlay Morton
Aberdeen-born Finlay Morton releases the follow up to the much lauded ‘Interpret This’. On ‘Back To Basics’, Morton builds on his much loved formula of bringing together the irreverent, the humorous and the heartfelt to make his form of rock/blues/country all the more sweet.
When Interpret This was released, it picked up play from BBC Radio 2, Radio Scotland and BBC Wales, and garnered attention from The Times, The Express and The Sunday Star; so the forthcoming release of Back To Basics will surely be met by many an anticipating ear.
What’s important to highlight about Morton’s latest release is the high level of real emotion that has been poured into it’s conception. Back To Basics is an album packed to the brim with personal experiences, many of which aren’t enviable ones to... visit their site >>
First Of The Thieves
Great Vocals, Sexy Guitar Riffs, A Lovely Bass and Some Top Notch Drumming = Pure Thieving Beauty visit their site >>
Florence and the Machine
Florence Announces Bestival Bonanza
Florence has just confirmed appearances at both Camp Bestival and The Bestival Festival.
Camp Bestival takes place at Lulworth Castle in Dorset over the weekend of 24th-26th July.
The Bestival Festival will take place between 11th-13th September on the Isle of Wight.
The precise days of Florence's performances are yet to be finalised so stay tuned for more detailed information in the near future.
In the meantime, head over to www.bestival.net and www.campbestival.net to get all the information you could ever need on two of the UK's finest musical gatherings. visit their site >>
Fortune Faded Glory
Fortune Faded Glory has been in the making for 12 years, since the day that Craig Hammer picked up a guitar there was always going to be something that eventually led to his songs being shown to the world in one way or another. Craig's influences vary from The Beatles to The Foo Fighters, The Kinks to Jimmy Eat World and long stops at Oasis and Dashboard Confessional on the way. Its the latter of the bunch that have really propelled Craig to writing the music he is finally comfortable with, and the recruitment of James Lawrence on guitar spurred the birth of Fortune Faded Glory in late November 2005. After a brief pause to allow James the chance to finish his A Levels, the duo started playing live shows together again in the Autumn of 2006 visit their site >>
Foy Vance
'An unbelievable voice...in the premier league of British songwriters'
The Sunday Times
'The missing link between Richie Havens and Stevie Wonder'
The Independent
‘A gospel fuelled Pearl Jam’
What’s On In London
'Foy's a giant'
Pete Townshend
‘One of the most soulful and powerful singers and writers I've heard in a long while’
Bonnie Raitt
Usual tags such as ‘singer-songwriter’, ‘folk-soul’, ‘troubadour’ are perceived with a considerable amount of cynicism these days, especially since the music scene has been saturated with middle of the road artists, marketed as such by traditional record label formulae. Someone with a discerning ear and trust in their own taste should be able to spot who’s the real deal and who’s not.
Leaving tags aside, Foy Vance... visit their site >>
Fran and Josh
Not long ago the first unsigned band to play on the 'Live Drivetime' session on 'XFM
Manchester' where they covered the song "Better off Alone" by Alice Deejay. They
have since been invited back to play at Clint Boon's wife's Tea Parties..
MTV's Brand spanking new music website snapped them up for a session you can see
here http://www.mtv.co.uk/artists/fran-and-josh
They recieved some sneaky interest from 14th Floor Records in London, but now are
working with the big chill label towards getting signed and releasing an album. Silly
14th Floor.. Should've grabbed 'um while they had the chance..
Originally their music developed from a love for jamming together.
They met at the age of 15, Josh had been writing poems since the age of 10 and first
picked up a guitar when he... visit their site >>
FUSE - The Electric Violinists
THE FUSION...
FUSE are Linzi Stoppard & Ben Lee, the most innovative and in demand string act for a generation.
Electric string quartets are yesterday’s news – 2 is the new 4!
FUSE’s show stopping performance is unique, dynamic and engaging, leaving string quartets literally standing still. The FUSE duo might be half the instruments, but they have twice the WOW FACTOR performing with their state of the art custom made GOLD PLATED wireless electric violins allowing the show to move into the audience.
Forget boring electric string quartets, when it comes to wanting an explosive spell binding performance there is only one question – are FUSE available?
A selection of FUSE’s recent clients who would agree include:
Cartier, The Princes' Trust, The Monaco Grand Prix, AUDI,... visit their site >>
Fusion City
We are creating our own compositions in new media, technology using the latest music software programs .In this projects we are performing on the piano and bass guitar. This is a style of electronic music inspired by a fusion of Jazz, classical and virtuoso piano variations that we find stimulating and fulfils our need for communication through self-expression. Creatively we feel completely unbounded as we are constantly absorbed in new projects and compositions both individually and working with other musicians. We are not restricting ourselves to just electronic works as We also spend a great deal of time practicing me Ursula on the piano and Sebastian on the bass guitar, which for us is an essential aspect of honing our skills and maintaining overall technical excellence in playing visit their site >>
Futures
Hey we're Futures,
thanks for checking out our page.
We've written our debut album and if you like us enough we want to play it to you live. visit their site >>
Garry King Session Drummer and Musical Director
"Garry King is a professional Drummer, musical director/producer and arranger.
He has played for a number of well know artists and companies around the world including guitar legend Jeff Beck, work with Grammy Nominated producer Rick Hale and Grammy Winning producer Tom Bee
Garry and Business partner Bassist Andy Robbins run Garnoe Creative Production and Media
At present Garry lives in France but works Internationally including the USA, Brasil and Mexico visit their site >>
Garry Wonfor
Hi!
I'm Garry. I now live on the South coast and sing and play as much as I can. I've played in bands all my adult life; most recently in London based Three Blind Mice and a duo called Stray Dogs which is an off-shoot of 3 Blind Mice.
I had some commercial success in the 80's which was great. I really enjoyed myself and experienced the 'big time'. Musically, my life is less hectic now although I still enjoy writing and performing.
I have selected a number of songs that I have either written myself or co-written with Alex Grayson and Lyndon J Connah. A lot of them are about my experiences and the many wonderful and interesting people that I have known over the years.
I hope you enjoy them, let me know. visit their site >>
Goldielocks
Alright? I'm Goldie, I live in Croydon. I'm 75% English and 25% Swedish.
I'm a producer and 'rapper' / singer. I'm not very techy, I don't like wires or being a computer boff, it takes me a while to work things out but when I work it out it sounds amazing. To me anyway.
I'd rather have respect than money, and I am ALWAYS original. There is nothing more I hate than copy cats or fakers. I hate people who chat bullshit, drop names or buy champagne. Music means more to me than a new car, fresh garms or a chain.
So far I've had 2 singles released through Locked On, I have a publishing deal with Puregroove, songs featured in the film 'Adulthood', played at some amazing places around the world and been in some cool magazines. Not bad for a girl from Croydon who left school at 16 to... visit their site >>
Goodbye Wires
Goodbye Wires are a fast paced and energetic pop/rock band from Lincoln in the UK. Goodbye Wires started in November 2007 as a 3 piece (Lucas, Matt and Guy), the line up was complete when Jace became the fourth member in December 2007. All members were close friends before forming the band through a love of Partying , Bob Marley and Hayden Panettiere. Having completed many homemade recordings and played and booked gigs in and out of their hometown Goodbye Wires are looking forward to processing as a band....... visit their site >>
Hands Shaped Like Hearts
HEYYY! I am Hands Shaped Like Hearts, been gigging for about 6 months but have already toured with bands such as Dissolved In and As Worlds Collide. I am currently in talks with Frank records for my first record deal and on top of that I hope to be working with Universal very soon!
For fans of- YouMeAtSix, Newton Faulkner, The Spill Canvas, Frank Turner visit their site >>
Hardcore scm
hardcore scm makes various types of dance and electronic music including hardcore, drum and bass, trance, downbeat, gabber and ambient.
tracks tend towards the moody and melodic visit their site >>
Hayley Kathleen Williams
About Hayley Kathleen Williams
Hi!
I'm Hayley and I’m a singer songwriter currently based in Brighton, also studying at BIMM, I've just started gigging so If you like my stuff please do come along to one of my gigs. I am also currently recording Demo's for my new songs, so please don't hesitate to let me know what you think once I've got them up!
Just click on the survey button and it will take just a few minutes.
I listen to all sorts of music but love Eva Cassidy's sound, and if I should be so lucky Jeff Buckley... hopefully my career won't pan out the same though.
Thanx for checking out my music!
THANK YOU MILLIONS KIND PEOPLE!
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Heavens Basement
Born from the five corners of the UK in 2008 with a sole ambition between them; to reach the summit of their potential and to be regarded alongside the bands that inspired them.
Heaven's Basement are about evolution, growth and reaching new heights. Defiance, risk taking, and self-challenge are their hallmarks.
"We're all about big, energetic, statements of intent", says frontman Richie. "We're the band that will make you fall in love with Rock n' Roll all over again".
"With appreciation for the music from our rock legends, these talented musicians are writing their own chapter in the "THE BOOK OF ROCK". Not retro nor alternative...a sound that grabs you by the throat and will leave your senses rocked for days! A sound simply titled HEAVEN'S BASEMENT! Believe all you have... visit their site >>
Himpoet
I find it hard to fit it on a music genre, but I would label it under Adult Contemporary Pop, although there are echos of industrial and several alternative music influences. visit their site >>
Houdini
houdini are a band...
there are 3 of us.
we like to be loud.
we like to do this live, in studios
and anywhere else we can.
come see us be loud.
or if you know somewhere we can be loud tell us and we'll meet you there!
bookings and general contact: houdinisaur@gmail.com visit their site >>
Hyper
One of the UK’s most exciting electronic bands, Hyper, return to the fray with an explosive new single ‘Centre Attraction’. Bass-crunching, speaker-blowing noisy electronica with attitude rips this tune that’s just starting to escape on promo right on time for the festival season.
A live set favourite already, the first new Hyper single, ‘Centre Attraction’ vocalled by Jim Davies, is a pogo-at-the-front type of tune that grabs you from its first ‘digital punk’ burn. ‘Sticking the knife into the cult of celebrity’,’ Centre Attraction’ is peaktime action that screams to be played very loud indeed. Press play and stand back.
Always keen to stay ahead of the game when it comes to remixers, Hyper enlist the storming services of hot mixers GeRM and South Central for some dark... visit their site >>
Illumini Project
I've been making music for nearly 10 years now, starting with trance and dance music. As I got older I broadened my search into the vast list of sub-genres and listened to music from artists such as Buzzfuzz, Heretic, Aphex Twin, Sqarepusher and a whole list of others.
My music took a turning point when I got FL Studio with a huge list of sample banks and vsti's. Taking inspiration from a list of selected producers I got to work on producing music seriously. Apart from listening to other artists music I got my inspiration from everyday sounds, even looking at artwork inspires my music!
Apart from making music, I also design my own graphics. I create 3D graphics using several programes + Photoshop. I'm also in the process of creating my own RPG game, using my own graphics and... visit their site >>
Indiana Gregg
Utterly irresistible and dazzlingly vibrant, Indiana Gregg’s debut album, Woman At Work, skilfully fuses infectious soulful pop with sweeping country rock to create an out-and-out refreshing sound. Reaching over one million views on her myspace page, it's no doubt that 2009 has begun with a bang for Indiana.
Born in the bible-belt of the Midwest, Indiana Gregg’s debut album is the sound of an artist truly coming of age, with world travels and life experience fuelling her highly polished songwriting.
Now based in Glasgow, this mum-of-three has a maturity and authenticity that gives rise to a strong vein of female confidence which courses through her material. From this springs a set of songs that are musically sophisticated and lyrically worldly-wise.
As a child Indiana suffered... visit their site >>
Insular Script
Insular Script is a four piece band formed in west london by music students studying at Tech Schools and LCM.
The band has been writing, practicing and recording with an aim to create a raw and original sound.
Pulling influences from a wide range of genres, their music is the result of a fusion of styles glued together by heavy riffs and melodic vocal lines.
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J-FUNK
Born in Melbourne, Australia, to an English father & South African mother, Justin Stephenson was raised under the influence of a very musical family & began singing and playing piano at the age of 2. Since achieving a Bachelor of Music in Contemporary Music in 2001 (majoring in Jazz Vocal) in Brisbane, Justin has taken his talents to Sydney and Melbourne, notably the Australia Day celebrations at Hyde Park in Sydney in 2001, and at the Melbourne Jazz Festival in 2004. Both of these performances were in collaboration with his two aunts - Trude and Anastasia Aspeling who are accomplished vocalists in Sydney & Melbourne respectively. Justin has also performed with the likes of soul/funk singer/bassist Doug Williams, & master Melbourne jazz pianist Bob Sedergreen, as well as Bob's son,... visit their site >>
Jade Gallagher
Jade Gallagher
Striking Liverpool singer/musician – 24 year old Jade Gallagher is turning heads with her compelling voice and haunting tunes. One only has to look at her site to see that Jade has already built up a formidable fan base. In a short space of time, this gal has certainly served her apprenticeship having played on a variety of major tours including Bryan Adams, Van Morrison, Joan Armatrading, Mark Almond, Hanson and the legendary Roger McGuinn, and performing at Guilfest.
She has also performed at the launch of Paul McCartney’s album ‘Chaos and Creation in the Backyard’, has supported Katie Melua, Simon Webbe, Sugarbabes, Westlife and Nate James, as well giving a special performance of her track ‘Miss You Nights’ for Sir Cliff Richard.
For Radio 2 alone she has... visit their site >>
Jenny Lindfors
The first songs were scribbled at the age of six, the first guitar strings strummed at 12 and the first stage dive in the Rock Garden at 14, Jenny Lindfors has always had the musical bug. Now with her debut offering 'When The Night Time Comes', featuring the seductive single '2 x 1', it is time for it to become infectious.
'When The Night Time Comes' is a collection of tracks tenderly capturing the rollercoaster weekend experience and the romantics tumbles that often ensue. With its warm and earthy tones, it has an organic, effortless charm. The sensuality (Voodoo) and hedonism (Night Time) of a young party-goer is beautifully balanced with a flip-side of vulnerability (Fearful Things) and darkness (Let The Seas Calm).
"I've always been aware of the difference between whiny... visit their site >>
Jim Goes Solo
Jim Goes Solo.
That's me that is. I really like doing this solo stuff, and I hope you like hearing it, and continue to do so.
I've recorded a full length CD with Dan Balsom and Russell France recently, which I'll endeavour to keep well stocked. It's going to be called 'Place Mats', even though someone did suggest something significantly better, I just forget what..
I'm always on the lookout for shows, so if you want to book me, send a message or an email to jimgoessolo@hotmail.co.uk . I'll have a band together in the summer for Kent shows, if thats preferable.
Love,
The Jim. visit their site >>
Jim Johnstone
Jimmy Johnston is a 27 year old singer/songwriter and has been playing guitar, and writing songs since he was 12 years old. At high school a Jimmy and a few friends started a band, performing mainly original material, during which time they played lots of gigs for students, parents and staff. They gigged around Birmingham, touring the local clubs and pubs for a few years. Jimmy also began to write songs by himself and when the band split he decided to start playing solo as much as he could in various venues in an effort to become recognised as a singer/songwriter in his own right, and based on the comments he have received from the public, he feels that in the last couple of years his song writing capabilities have improved considerably. Recently "Kerrang" FM asked Jimmy if they could... visit their site >>
Joel White
Joel White is a young songwriter/musician from East Sussex. He has been musical from a very early age, firstly taking up the guitar aged 7, then singing a few years later and many other instruments on the way. in 2007 Joel was awarded the first prize in Eastbourne's Showcase competition beating 70 other acts from Hastings to Brighton and further.
In the year since showcase 2007 joel has been gigging frequently with various bands, artists and of course as a solo act, supporting the likes of 'the animals & friends and Maggie Bell & the British Blues Quintet. He has also enjoyed completing his debut E.P. 'All You Need' due for imminent release.
Also an accomplished session musician, recently finished work on project 'Bell' with their impending first release on GHA records... visit their site >>
Johnny Thistle
Hi I'm a 26 year old singer/songwriter from Purley, UK
Currently performing around various London venues
Let me know what you think of my tracks!
Johnny x visit their site >>
Jon Spanyol
Jon Spanyol grew up in the sleepy town of Malvern in the West Midlands. During his time at school, he learned a variety of different instruments and became increasingly obsessed with music in general. He started writing songs in the sixth form and has been writing ever since.
He was offered a place at the Royal College of Music to study classical trombone, so he moved to London in the Autumn of 2002. Alongside this degree, he continued to write songs and played a lot of jazz piano for functions. Since graduating in 2006, he has been working as a musician and music transcriber on the London scene.
The eclectic nature of his musical training and tastes is clearly apparent in his songs, which combine ingredients from jazz, classical and popular music. visit their site >>
JOURNEYBOX
DEBUT ALBUM 'STORY' OUT NOW!!!
JOURNEYBOX HAVE JUST RELEASED THEIR FIRST ALBUM, MASTERED BY THE ACCLAIMED ROBYN ROBINS (DAMIEN RICE 'O', FORMERLY OF BOB SEGERS SILVER BULLET BAND)
THE ALBUM IS QUICKLY BEING PICKED UP BY STORES IN SCOTLAND, HMV, FOPP AND BORDERS AS WELL AS ONLINE STORES (ITUNES, EMUSIC ETC)
TO CONTACT THE BAND EMAIL info@journeybox.co.uk
JOURNEYBOX are from Glasgow, Scotland. They are Pete Morrison on vocals and guitar, and Kari Morrison on vocals and keyboards. Whilst the band have been writing for some time, it's recently that everything has been coming together. With their first album about to be released and songs already being chosen for compilation releases, the future looks bright indeed.
"I'm finally feeling like I'm free to create - there's nothing... visit their site >>
Julian Perretta
PRE-ORDER WONDER WHY and OUT OF MY HEAD NOW
Julian's debut single 'Wonder Why' is available to pre-order now! click here or copy and paste into your browser to pre-order from townsend records! The first 500 will receive exclusive signed copies of the single, so waste no time!
If you just can't stand the wait and need Julian's debut album 'OUT OF MY HEAD' as soon as you possibly can, put in your pre-order now by clicking here and your copy will arrive on your doorstep on the release date of 7th September!
http://www.townsend-records.co.uk/artist .php?artist=Julian+Perretta
About Julian:
I was brought up in London, by Italian/ Irish parents, surrounded by love and great music.
I left school pretty quick and began writing and recording my crazy little ideas inspired and... visit their site >>
Just Like Little People
Just Like Little People are a West-London based band that formed at Tech Music Schools in Acton in 2007. Rhiannon had written some songs, and wanted to start a band, so she roped in a couple of her class mates to come play with her. After jamming for a few months they had their first gig at a pub in Chiswick in January 2008. After receiving great feedback from the audience Just Like Little People started booking more live shows and started writing more material. After a few months, the line-up changed, and it wasn't untill after the launch of their EP "all Change now" in July 2008 that Rich O'Conor became a permanent member of the band. Shortly after, Luke joined the band, and the line-up was complete. The band are now writing new material drawing influences from artists such as Jeff... visit their site >>
JUSTIN SWADLING
Graduating from college a few years ago I've been searching for ways to utilise my compositional knowledge across various genre of music. Writing for media requires this very skill and my latest instrumental project looks to impress my own views on how I would approach such a task.
Writing for a given visual stimulus gives a writer framework and direction to be creative but still allows them freedom to inject their style. Finding the right composer for the right film, programme or advert can be instrumental in making a project or ruining it.
With my latest album "A Night in Central" I've tried creating something that can stand alone as a melodic and sensitive album yet demonstrate its usefulness to enhancing media productions. Although this album has been written as an album, not a... visit their site >>
Kids On Bridges
About Kids On Bridges
BORN IN A BLACKOUT in an underground club in Paris and formed in Liverpool, Kids on Bridges are caught between Pop And a Hard Place.
K.O.B describe themself's as Dirty Filthy Electro Pop. K.O.B have been working on a debut album with producer Steve Dub. The working title for the album is 'This is Wide Screen' The track 'Y DONT U ....."FUCK OFF" was picked up by Remixe's the Next Room. After hearing it on a night out in Manchester, they remixed it and it has since had great reviews in national and Local Press.
Ibiza Legend and DJ Guru, Trevor Fung has also just done a remix of the track 'Y DONT U' which can be heard on the bands Remix site......Myspace Kids on bridges Remixed......
K.O.B have recently been featured on the best of Myspace Icast. XFM's... visit their site >>
Lady and The Lost Boys
A nice man once said...
One lady and her boys, who are as far from lost as an elderly man in his local. Beautiful heartfelt vocals with instrumentation that's so tight and full of ideas.This surely can't stay on such a small stage for long.
Another nice man once said...
In MySpace's desperate attempt to pigeon-hole musicians into categories the description of them is often melted down, squished up and mashed into the simplest form of wrong - three words Just/Like/This. In a rare moment of hitting the nail smack on the head, Lady and the Lost Boys have described themselves to be Childrens/Shoegaze/Idol. Annabel has the sparkly ability to sing wizened thoughts as though she's still learning them; thoughts that often swerve into self-confessed teenage logic. There's been a steady rise... visit their site >>
Lewis Powell
This is a project/experiment i'm doing, mostly to get more of a grip on songwriting, but also to see what other people think.
It's just me, my guitar, whiskey and coke and a slowly filling ashtray.
I would like to hear/read comments on my material.
i would also like to point out... i'm NOT a singer... this is more a project for songwriting visit their site >>
Lisa Theunissen
Lisa Theunissen (pronounced 'Tennyson') is a South African born singer-songwriter. Lisa made the UK her home ten years ago and over this time, has honed her songwriting skills and developed her stagecraft. Lisa has performed at a number of well-known venues on the London and South East England circuit, making a name for herself and gaining the respect within the music industry and from musicians and songwriters along the way.
In 2007, Lisa decided to make music her full-time career by recording a debut album, forming a band, playing more live shows and preparing to embark on the long, hard road to wider recognition on her journey to success.
Lisa was nominated for nominated 'Best Pop Rock Act' in the Exposure Music Awards (sponsored by TourDates.co.uk).
Independently... visit their site >>
Little London
"A band who ooze charisma. Seeping from every pore is a smugness that comes not from thinking, but from knowing they're good.”
- The Fly Magazine
Little London were formed in 2004 by front man/guitarist Dev Crawford, followed by Matt Grosvenor on drums, Sam Carter-Brazier on guitar and bassist Darren Lines completing the line-up in 2007.
A gritty rock sound somewhere between Motörhead and Metallica, their thunderous riffs and rock and roll swagger have attracted a healthy following in their home town of Portsmouth where they perform regularly to the drunk and disenchanted.
"Little London take to the stage. They have all the hip people in to see them tonight and they are not disappointed as they treat us to a truly stunning set. The girls love them, the boys think they're cool... visit their site >>
Little man tate
The advent of corporate stadium rock has so much to answer for hasn't it? Tiny specs in the distance who, apparently, are the band, overpriced merch, crap wobbly plastic glasses, and about as much connection between band and fans as the Kabul telephone exchange and the Taliban. Remember the days when you could see the whites of a band's eyes? When you could feel the heat rising from the stage? Then welcome to a Little Man Tate gig.
Not that front man Jon, guitarist Maz, Ben the bass and drummer Dan have ever had a problem making the connection. The four lifelong friends from Sheffield spent their teens playing football, drinking, chasing girls together and developing the type chemistry that just can't be manufactured, not even in this X-Factor generation. Captivated by the sounds of... visit their site >>
Local Natives
Local Natives are a Southern California act preparing to release their debut album.
Latest Local Natives Blog
Last Night in the Depth of Borhello
Ahhhh, so I just started crying like a 6 year old who just lost his favorite lego(ya know the pirate ship little treasure chest that you can actually put gold coins into?......yeah I had the ship) when I saw that I personally haven't done a post since SXSW. I have been out and about a lot since then and gotta get back into doing posts about stuff other than Local Natives. Until then however, you are just gonna have to bite down and bear it. Last night we had a grand ol'time playing at The Bordello in Downtown LA. Its nestled right in between a Japanese Church and a bum's rusted shopping cart. It's an easy place to find if you have... visit their site >>
Lounge Fly
Playing the dirtier side of Pop/Rock, Lounge Fly are an explosive female-fronted six piece from Cheltenham, Gloucestershire.
Despite only being together little more than a year, Lounge Fly have acheived some impressive credits. Debut E.P, Seven Simple Sins (released early 2009), received highly favourable local and national press reviews from the likes of NME, Black Velvet Magazine, Organ Magazine, Play Music Pickup, Fuse Magazine, Devolution Magazine, BBC Introducing and air play on over fifty radio stations including Planet Rock (Rick Wakeman's saturday morning show) and Radio 2XS (Ex radio one DJ Jeff Cooper). Live shows LF have been invited to play this year include headline shows at Cambridge University May Ball, and support shows for InMe's Dave McPherson, along with numerous... visit their site >>
Luke Leighfield
I'm Luke Leighfield. I'm 22. I divide my time between four locations: my parents' house in Upton upon Severn, my friends' houses in Southampton, my drummer Tom's grandparents' garage in Callow End (band practice), and my car, Aslan, tearing it up on roads all over the world. I'm a full-time pop star, but also a part-time pallbearer.
I have released some music, played about 350 gigs in nine countries from Wales and Germany to China and Russia and most places in between, and recorded a Radio 1 session for Huw Stephens. My music has been played on Radio 1 and Xfm. See you at a gig yeah? visit their site >>
Machine Boy
Machine Boy have been creating electronic music for a number of years, Machine Boy music has been used by various tv & production companies including BBC, Chan 4 & 5, Central/Carlton, Chilli Media, Black Diamond & in the USA by the likes of MTV.
Machine Boys albums are now available to buy at ITUNES. The ep called DEPRESSION EP thru incubator records Includes the huge lyrical/vocal talent of USA Seattle based poet/artist Lorian Elbert, giving the Machine Boy sound a whole new dark (surreal) edge.
The story goes on seeing one of Lorians poem books Machine Boy knew these words would work perfectly with his soundscapes. Kind words & airplay from DJ legend/icon John Peel (RIP)...god how much do we miss Johns shows ! ;-( more recently airplay for Machine Boys 'Action Figures' from... visit their site >>
Magistrates
About Magistrates
Fresh, cutting edge and unashamedly sexual, Magistrates play music for the mind, feet and hips.
Hailing from the armpit of England, Essex - Mark, Paul, Thom and Andy are constructing a masterplan...to infect the world with a dirty groove like some out of control STD.
Growing up in their teens in Essex listening to the Indie bands of their generation, they fuse what they were taught and combine it with influences from artists like Prince, Talking Heads and David Bowie creating what is Magistrates.
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Mallory Knox
Mallory Knox are brand new band from the UK who are sure to be hitting a town near you soon! visit their site >>
MaNDrakE
MaNDrakE creates a mix of experimental, progressive electronic music from genres such as drum and bass, deep house, trance, ambience, dub and ethno.
Of all my uploaded tracks, I would have to say Ragga Dub Dub and Coming Down are definately my favourites, so I would definately give those 2 tracks a listen.
I would love feedback, positive or negative. I always welcome constructive critisism, as this will help me to grow as a musician. visit their site >>
Mark Ruebery
MARK RUEBERY
BIOGRAPHY
In a world where today's pop stars are mostly the product of style over content, where clever studio trickery presides over natural born talent, Mark Ruebery is a glaring sore thumb, a black sheep with a brooding stare that his future fans may well be happy to swim in.
Mark is all about the voice, the craft, the songs.
"I've been writing them my whole life," he says. "Writing songs and playing my own music is all I've ever wanted to do."
Mark was born in Newport, Wales, his father a fanatic of rock 'n' roll who introduced him, while still very young and impressionable, to the Beatles, the Stones and ELO "and I loved them all."
Under his father's encouragement, Mark began to get musical. By seven years old he was sitting before the piano and... visit their site >>
Matt Taylor
Matt has been writing his own music during 2004, when his band Crystal Clear went on a break during the summer. Since then, his solo music has become his outlet.
In the early days, Matt took inspiration from the current Indie/Acoustic scene, using simple folk influences, and singing with a strong English accent.
However after a few years he became increasingly let down by the local music scene and became numbed to the countless screamo/death metal bands out there, singing about nothing but anger and hate. Because of this, he found refuge in the 1960s music scene, bands like Lovin' Spoonful, The Beatles, The Mamas and Papas and Bob Dylan. This is where his biggest influence came from, and with the influences of experimental chill-out musician John Frusciante, Matt created his own... visit their site >>
MAX RAPTOR
Max Raptor are a 4 piece rock/ punk, whip-crack of a band with agitated vocals and fast guitars. Like their music they’re tethered but frenzied, It’s high energy, well thought out and most importantly, believable.
Already they have massive support from Kerrang! Radio, Juice FM, The Fly and radio stations and venues all over the U.K.
After forming in 2007 they have toured the Country and picked up loyal legions of Raptor followers from the four corners of the U.K playing Club NME, HMV showcases with the likes of Cage the Elephant, Oceansize, Mystery Jets, Hot Club de Paris, Frank Turner, Captain, Black Sabbath’s Toni Iommi and Kerrang! Radio.
This Junes ‘GREAT AND THE GOOD’ tour saw Max Raptor supporting Billy Talent, The Zutons and Calvin Harris. . .
JB, Tom, Wil and Matt... visit their site >>
Me My Head
Formed out of a union born of hope and belief in one another, the 5 heads met through mothers and fathers, mixed up recordings, mutual friends, enemies and lovers.
James, a solid punk bass god. He broods in the darkest shadows of the stage, watching all. Dave, the lamenting guitarist. The first boy born on Mars. Melodies form upon his whistling lips. Fervid vocalist Charlie, a blinding front-man with immaculate vocals. He's living proof that confidence beats arrogance hands down. Jonny, a rare ferocious drum beast who keeps time better than a time machine. The storm before the storm, he comes down on those drums like a ton of bricks. Dystopia obsessed synthesist, Ashley. The world's most beautiful geek. He ties tha band together very nicely with his warm soul and sharp shooting... visit their site >>
Melody Gardot
''I believe in sharing your heart with people, no matter how hard it may be''
Pull down your shades and light some candles. A simple, yet poingnant blend of jazz and folk is headed your way. At 22, singer song-writer Melody Gardot has a hauntingly smooth voice that can melt even the coldes hearts.
Melody Gardot has set the bar for what it means to be a musical athlete. Drenched in a sublime vapor of mellow blues, eclectic folk, and the faintest essence of jazz, she breaks forth with her debut full length album, Worrisome Heart. The record is an effervescent 11 track collection of original songs co-produced by Melody Gardot and Grammy-Award winning producer Glenn Barratt. With superb narrative and inventive vocal scat patterns, the pianist/guitarist tackles heartache full on by way... visit their site >>
Melody Nelson
Melody Nelson have earned a reputation as London’s loudest band. Inspired by sonic pioneers Love, Muddy Waters,Serge Gainsbourg and repeated listens to garage rock and psychedelia collection Nuggets the band were formed in London’s East End by Irish-Jamaican-Londoner Aidan O’Connell (Vocals and Guitar) Birmingham born bassist Ben Edwards and Israeli drumming powerhouse Kapi. The trio have been busy creating feedback drenched soundscapes throughout the UK and Europe with their incendiary live show. On the back of numerous blistering headline performances they have recently opened for Peter Doherty and Seasick Steve.
A chance introduction through mutual pal Kevin Shields to David Roback of Mazzy Star at My Bloody Valentine's Roundhouse residency inspired the group to take a less... visit their site >>
Micachu and the Shapes
Micachu to play Forever Heavenly night
She joins the likes of The Heatwave, Ghost Poet and Pipes
Micachu is set to play alongside collaborator Kwes at the next Forever Heavenly night in London on June 5.
The duo will be joined by a host of guests as they showcase their new Kwesachu project - which will see them release a mix-tape in June - at the capital's Cable club. visit their site >>
Miranda Munroe
Already at the age of 23 yrs, Miranda has gained a wealth of experience in the music industry. At the age of 16, Miranda worked along side London Producer Rishi Rich where she spent 2 years as a Singer/songwriter. Along with Rishi she then moved to London based record Company 2Point9. In 2000 Miranda won the Kiss FM New Talent Award in conjunction with cookies and cream and decided to concentrate on developing her music. In doing this Miranda moved her focus to a style of music she felt more comfortable in, Soul, hip-hop and R&B. But the here and now, Miranda was always a dancer before she ever thought of singing, and her ultimate goal was to be able to push the two together, Miranda’s new sound enables her to do just that!!! Being influenced by Jlo , ciara and missy Elliot. Other... visit their site >>
Momo
Momo is the brainchild of former child prodigy Toni Castells, a one-time classical musician based in London who after starting his first pop band aged 11, has been since experimenting and fusing classical music with popular, electronic and other commercial genres of music achieving great success in different musical projects both in Spain and the UK. Momo’s debut studio album, ‘Unharmed’, reached the Top 20 on the iTunes Electronica charts in November 2007.
According to Grammy award winning classical producer Michael Haas, “the obvious reference to describe Toni’s music is: Morricone meets Satie. Morricone comes to mind because there is a cinematic vividness to Toni’s music that like his, exudes expanse and distance. It’s dramatic and seems to come from distant times and places.... visit their site >>
Ms Lynch
There are two members of the band: Keavy Lynch and Edele Barrett.
Hometown Dublin
Ms Lynch's URL
http://upload.bebo.com/MsL765
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My Left Retina
"I used to rap hard... or at least i wanted to show the world i could speak as well as make beats. I made an album called 'Foreclosure'. I don't know if it will ever come out, it was supposed to a while back... its 10 tracks of guitar based alt hip hop that leans heavily on words as a crutch of sorts.
Now i make mainly instrumental music to excite myself using a bunch of soft synths i stole from flatmates and friends.
I still rap. But thats for me and my immeadiates mainly."
MLR - 02.02.08 visit their site >>
My Tiger My Timing
My Tiger My Timing are Anna, James, Harrison and Gary and formed in 2008 in south east London. Their debut single 'This Is Not The Fire' is produced by Andy Spence of New Young Pony Club and released April 6th 2009 on download through Silver Music Machine.
EMAIL: mytigermytiming@hotmail.com
MANAGEMENT: Brian Smith silvermanagement@live.co.uk
PRESS: Laura Martin laura@anoraklondon.com
ONLINE: Tasha Anderson tasha@anoraklondon.com
TV & RADIO: Guillermo Ramos guillermo@anoraklondon.com
LEGAL: Delphine Seddon delphine.seddon@stathamgilldavies.com visit their site >>
Natalies Box
"Natalie's Box are a band with a fast growing reputation for being one of the Southeast's most exciting and energetic live bands, with ever increasing numbers attending shows with the promise of witnessing a 'more than lively' live act. Natalie's Box more than live up to the reputation and as a result have continued to stun the unsuspecting public.
""Natalie?s Box are a different sort ? spiky, jarred punk with a Libs-esque jangle in guitar, charisma riffed from bass and a vehemence in the vocals. ?Bass Foundations? is where it works ? raw and keen, it?s three minutes of bounced punk energy.""East Magazine
""Just as things were getting boring in the music scene, something dark yet happy emerges from the depths of... Battle.
Natalie's Box are the next thing to emerge out of... visit their site >>
Nenastar
Yanira is 20 years old singer/ songwriter/ producer (Studying Music Technology & Radio Broadcasting) and her passion is to create and sing Latin music. This is a range of genres like : Reggaeton, Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cumbia, Vallenato, latin punk etc...
Since Yanira (Nenastar) was brought up in England from a very young age she also loves to sing in english other genres such as; Rnb, HipHop, Soul, Gospel, Rock/Pop and many more!
Yanira wants to make good use of her musical talents and spoken languages: Spanish, English, Portugues & French. This will help her to make music, songwriting and she is inspired by different cultures to create music and then influence many music lovers.
She hopes to express herself with her latin spirit and love for life and work at an... visit their site >>
Nick Hall
So There it is.
I'm not sure where there is exactly, but I'm pretty sure it's not where I used to be. In fact where I used to be looks pretty tired and boring compared to where I am now, the days seemed longer and the colours somehow seemed more faded ... like someone put a big yellow filter across the sky and blocked out all the brightness in the world. Maybe there is actually here and I've been wandering around looking for something that was already right in front of me but someone's put a big sticker on it saying 'this is there and it's not for you..' Still it seems to me that here's a pretty good place to be right now, which has to make you wonder what the point of saying 'so there it is' was in the first place. Man my head hurts when I think about it...I mean if everything's out... visit their site >>
Nick McKenna
Nick was born in 1986 to Helen and Anthony at Pembury Hospital. He taught himself guitar and bass from a young age and now plays to a high level. He joined numerous bands whilst growing up, most notably Tunbridge Wells Band 'The Impeccables' with his brother John (in which he helped write songs and played bass). A few years later he broke away from The Impeccables to front his own band 'Irish Mancs' taking Impeccables drummer Dixie with him. Whilst enjoying success and supporting bands. Nick's hunger to break out on his own overpowered him and wrote some more sincere and personal songs which will later appear on his as-yet-untitled debut solo album. Irish Mancs have not officially split and are seen as a back project for the time being. Nick continues to reside in Kent and he would also... visit their site >>
Nine Points and Counting
Nine Points & Counting are a five piece rock band hailing from Berkshire & Hertfordshire. Formed in early 2006 the band has so far recorded 3 EPs and played a variety of shows from North London all the way over to West Wales.
Catchy original tunes, outstanding vocals, crunching rock guitar and a killer beat make Nine Points & Counting an act not to be missed in 2008! Listen to Nine Points & Counting here at GigaHitz at MySpace or at the NP&C Website Email Nine Points & Counting visit their site >>
Owen Donovan
Originally from Cork in Ireland.My Mam and Dad have always been singing and listening to music and it looks like its rubbed off on me!.I needed more then just listening to music so I learnt to play the guitar but only started singing when I was about 20 and have been writing songs since. Spent a few years playing gigs in London and beyond. Now in the middle of recording an album of songs that are a result of the last year of my life. ALSO ON WWW.KERCHOONZ.COM visit their site >>
Paul Carney
Paul’s singing career spans several decades. Coming from a musical family in the North East of England, Paul began performing as a child, singing and acting in many stage productions. After spells in Rock and Pop bands, Paul teamed up with his family as guitarist and backing singer in a country band led by his Uncle. Their tight vocal harmonies and high energy music was an instant hit and Paul stayed with the band for many years.
Paul switched genres to join a local rock band, where he co-wrote melodies and lyrics with the bands guitarist. They won a large army of local admirers for their original and exciting Indie rock sound.
Despite taking time out to bring up his children, Paul never neglected his music. He continued to perform live and worked with many musicians co-writing... visit their site >>
Paul Poulton Project
This band plays rock that snaps, crackles and pops. You'll also get a whiff of blues with some deep meaningful lyrics to touch your soul with mournful yearnings that tease the truth out of your bowels of compassion. visit their site >>
Point of Impact
We started off in late 2008 and so far we have had many gigs and 4 songs released. visit their site >>
Promises In Gasoline
We're a pretty new band, have only been together for about a month or two. Influenced by bands such as Avenged Sevenfold, we enjoy nothing more than creating our own wall of sound (Though we should probably get round to recording our music).
We don't think we're the best, and don't care either. We just want to have fun with what we do and hope others enjoy what they hear!
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Proof Of Concept
POC a.k.a. Proof Of Concept
In the year of 1992 within the first twenty four hours of owning a PC Proof Of Concept started to cut breaks and layer up loop based tracks. Since then Proof Of Concept has spent every spare moment composing and producing early dance music, then moving onto Drum & Bass where he polished up his beat programming.
As time passed his music evolved in to what you hear today. Although his music has changed a great deal, Proof Of Concept still considers it a logical progression from his Drum & Bass days, and does continue to produce the odd bit of D&B.
What you hear today is Proof Of Concept using keyboards and other production tools in his home studio. Proof Of Concept no longer uses loops (well maybe once in a blue moon). He's no sample snob, he... visit their site >>
Purple Shards
GBOB COMPETITORS - NOVEMBER 21st. BIRMINGHAM - BE THERE!
Purple Shards are a new British Hip Hop/Indie/Alternative band based in Newcastle, UK.
They first met at university in 2007 while studying music together.
The band started to emerge in the summer of 2008 when their first material was written.
Although based in Newcastle, the band originates from different parts of the UK & each of these different backgrounds has brought a unique element of style to the band.
Purple Shards have been inspired by many different genres & artists such as: Kanye West, Radiohead, Natty, Kings of Leon, Jimi Hendrix, Beck, Bat For Lashes, Easy Star All Stars, Fat Freddy’s Drop & The Whitest Boy Alive.
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Red Light Runner
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Punktastic.com Review
EP, Red Light Runner
When anyone compares themselves to The Get Up Kids and/or Jimmy Eat World I tend to sit up and take notice and get a little bit excited. Of course Kent's Red Light Runner are not as good as either of those two rather majestic bands, but I can see the comparisons. And that's unusual as most acts who say they are influenced by those two are usually total guff. RLR are far from the finished article, but they do have a 'Static Prevails'-esque take on their songs and the vocals do sound a lot like Matt Pryor. Two very good things.
'Finally Come Back' is perhaps the song which ticks the right boxes; it's a catchy number but a slow burner. The vocals sometimes miss the note but more often than not hit the right spot.... visit their site >>
Red.was.Here
We formed in january 2008 , i guess just for fun , but after hearing some of the songs tony & benji put together , drummer Will , and Bassist tristan filed the gaps , and from that have built a reasonable fanbase !
Its bloody wicked playing with this group , and we'd love to take it further . Fingers crossed , we hope that weve opened a new take on music ! visit their site >>
Remergence
Formed in 1997 and now with a massive seven albums under their belts.. visit their site >>
Resonant Cortex Productions
I have been producing drum and base for about a year now. I am currently experimenting with the darker side of drum and base.
more tracks will be available soon visit their site >>
Revolter
Revolter are a four piece rock/metal band from Blackburn who formed in December 2008. Born out of frustration at the current musical climate the four members wanted to write songs that were based around heavy riffs but incorporated melodic and tuneful vocals and harmonies.
In April 2009 Revolter entered Reload Studio in Lower Darwen and cut a three track demo. The demo was put together over three days and recorded on a tight budget. The subsequent demo was uploaded to internet sites and attracted a lot of attention including that of Alter Bridge front man Myles Kennedy who after hearing the demo tracks on myspace contacted the band to say how good he thought they were and that he liked the heavy riffs and the vocal melodies.
In February 2010 Revolter Began recording their début ep... visit their site >>
Rogues
wE aRE pEOPLE fROM hARROW aND aBERYSTWYTH
For all general management enquiries please email Ross and Jim:
ross.grady@barflyclub.com
jcarslake@emimusicpub.com
For all booking enquiries please email Dave or Matt:
davewallace@primary.uk.com
matt@primary.uk.com
For all radio enquiries please email Stuart:
stuart@ajpr.co.uk
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Rosered
Rosered?
Some think she is a pixie, some a singer songwriter, others say shes a strange quiet gal..a lost soul, a jumping bean, a silly dag, and some even say shes just a frog dressed in human skin!
The truth is I'm all of the above haha!
Im just someone who LOVES music. I live, breathe and give birth to it. Ive been writing music since the age of 16, self taught guitarist and still learning more every single day. There are a thousand melodies running through my head and i use the guitar as my outlet, my release to get them out. All words and music come rolling out without a seconds thought, and most of the time what i say and write doesnt really make sense till some time has past. Other people seem to understand my music better than i do so that makes me happy. I could play... visit their site >>
Rough Citizen
Rough Citizen is my solo music project. I have been recording music at home for years but only now am I undertaking a serious project; an album made in my flat to be released online this year.
It has taken me almost a decade to gain the knowledge and confidence and to buy all the musical equipment I need to make this happen. I have written countless songs and experimented with recording many tracks at home (often instrumental noodlings or cover versions of songs I love) over the years but, with this album, it is the first time I have set out to make a coherent and professional sounding set of songs to be released properly.
The album will contain 8 tracks (any more and I think I would have gone insane) and will be released as a download only. My musical inspirations in general,... visit their site >>
Samantha Marais
Samantha Marais released her debut album, The Peppermint Conspiracy, on Youth and Simon Tong's folk label, Butterfly Records, earlier this year.
Teaming up with other Butterfly artists from Erland and the Carnival, Samantha will be perfoming a number of solo and Carnival dates over the coming months. She has begun work on her next album which is due to be released in January 09. visit their site >>
Saving Aimee
SAVING AIMEE are a British Pop Rock band from Hertfordshire, England. The band formed in mid 2005. All members grew up together in the local St Albans music scene and recorded their first EP in 2006.
2007 and onwards saw the band move forward to support big names on tour. The band spent 3 years playing well over 300 shows all over the UK which has earned them a loyal fanbase.
Saving Aimee self released a free download single 'Small Talk' in July 2008, which received regular plays on many music TV channels such as Kerrang! TV in the Summer and Autumn of 2008, as well as on The Hits (which is now 4Music), The Box (UK TV channel), Fizz TV, Scuzz, Kix (TV channel) and NME TV. Small Talk also received airplay on the BBC Radio 1 Zane Lowe show and received A - List rotation on Kerrang!... visit their site >>
Seven Seeds
One band With music you Have never heard.
Composers, arrangers and writers of songs that come to life.
One Band, One Sound.
Experience the Energy and Excitement. visit their site >>
Shaughnessy
Shaughnessy is a musician from the North West of England. It seems an obvious thing to say but with Shaughnessy, the song is king. The constant pursuit of melody and hooks keeps Shaughnessy reaching for something classic. Usually pigeon-holed by the industry as falling somewhere between Paul Weller and Damien Rice, regardless of this Shaughnessy would instead like to say that he has influences that range from - Neil Finn, Ian Brown, Neil Young, Lennon and McCartney, The Beatles, Dr. John, Steve White, Philly Joe Jones, Keith Moon, Paul Weller, The Style Council, The Jam, The Who, The Kinks, The Small Faces, The Meters, Booker T and The MG's, The Funk Brothers, Galliano, Buena Vista Social Club, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Art Pepper and The Rhythm Section and many more....
... visit their site >>
Speak Your Heart
Hi, we're speakyourheart! We play energetic music packed with acoustic melody. We have a new album out on engineer records called 'This is how we communicate'. You can buy it digitally from
itunes, amazon and loads of other sites
annnnd if you're holding out for the physical version we will have copies at our shows as well as tees, copies of our first 7 track EP 'under these lights we are transparent' and other merch!!!
Soooo, while we've been waiting for the new album to come out we've been writing and writing and writing a bit more. So expect to hear a whole load of new songs finding their way in to our live shows
....ohhh and we are touring with our best friends Let's talk daggers in January...sooo, get along to a show and show us your moves! visit their site >>
Spike Tepes
I am a Heavy Metal guitarist from Eastbourne. At the moment I am working on my solo work using the recording studios at sussex downs college where I study music. I have been playing guitar for about 3 years and am in a band at the moment named "Degraved". My solo work consists of me on guitar and for the moment i am using a drum machine on either "Fruity Loops" or "Logic Pro". I have recently started playing with the drummer from Degraved and hope to get my music further with his help. visit their site >>
Station Parade
Station Parade are a five piece unsigned band from West London. Whilst guitarists James and Josh are childhood friends, the rest of the band came together when they met at music college (Tech Music Schools). The band began 3 years ago and have just recorded their debut album with producer Larry Hibbitt (Hundred Reasons). Their female-fronted sound is fresh, indie alternative rock, with influences ranging from Siouxie and the Banshees, Jeff Buckley, The Who, Radiohead and the Strokes. They plan to release their album and start touring within the next year. visit their site >>
Steve Dagleish
Steve Dagleish ditched a successful banking career in 2003 to pursue making music. Following songwriting workshops with Willy Russell and Ray Davies, Steve is now focused on writing, recording and performing.
‘The folk/blues riffs echo Dylan and Neil Young, the Jansch/Davey Graham stylings are finger-picking good, elegiac strings evoke Nick Drake or George Martin. Measured against his mentors he's young enough to find a home alongside nu-folk and eschew the old folk variety for a while yet.’
PETER KENNEDY, KILBURN TIMES
‘Talking of great backing bands, Steve Dagleish is certainly blessed ... guitar, mandolin, fiddle gave the finishing touch to a great set of urban folk songs. Switching between his debut album "Angel To Ancient" and his latest "The Morphine Diaries", he covered a... visit their site >>
Sun Opal Cords
...When the first beams fall upon the earth and you awake to the sound of the ocean...then you can begin to ride the endless wave of the imagination and begin to determine wether it is life or you that is eternal... visit their site >>
Susan Boyle
Susan Boyle has sprung from nowhere to be just about the most famous singer in the world.
Her performance on 'Britains Got Talent' certainly wowed all the judges and the theatre audience. But what do you think?
Let us know by completing the GigaHitz survey.
Is she really Britain's most talented singer? visit their site >>
TAB
Young Music working with many artists and friends to produce new styles of music including reggae, hip-hop, dub step and other new styles. Music varies from electronically programmed to acoustic recordings. visit their site >>
The Cellorythmics
Brief History
Cellorhythmics was formed nearly 10 years ago by James Hesford and Alfia Nakip-Bekova to explore new contexts for the cello which at the time was still locked into its classical confines. James comes from a self taught background of jazz, soul and rock and Alfia from traditional classical (Moscow Conservatoire - student of Mstislav Rostropovich).
Originally the band consisted of 2 cellos, Alfia and James, a percussionist (Neville Murray from Jah Wobble fame) and saxes (Di Pritchard from Loose Tubes). The music was originally writted for 4 cellos but it wasn't till the late 90's that the music was presented in this format. Since then many cellist have played for the band including:Ben Davis, Ken Ichinose, John Cottle, Steve Anstee,Andy Nice and double bass player... visit their site >>
The Chase Scene
The Chase Scene are a melodic, energetic indie rock band influenced by a variety of musical styles and genres with obvious references being made to Jimmy Eat World, Snow Patrol and even Elvis Costello. A 6 piece consisting of drums, bass, guitars and keys with dual vocal melodies ensure that their sound is fresh and importantly unique in todays over-saturated music industry. visit their site >>
The Clik Clik
“This Thamesbeat foursome make amazing tunes that sound like Jamie T and Kate Nash flirting over a pint of battery acid.”- NME
You switched on to The Clik Clik yet? If not, then wake up! Everyone from Zane Lowe to Annie Mac from Popjustice to leading blog Fluo-Kids are following the uber-talented London-based foursome’s every move. The self-produced prodigies conjure a contagious blend of ‘wonky pop’, indie, hip-hop and electro. Their debut single 'My Dunks' destroyed dance floors from Barnsley to Brighton.
The Clik Clik are Stefan Abingdon (19, lead vocals & guitar), Maya Yianni (19, lead vocals & keyboards), Henry Bauckham (18, bass) and Dru Wakely (21, drums) and have been forcing jaws to the floor over the past months with a series of rapturously received live appearances.... visit their site >>
The Comfort
About The Comfort
"No fashionable haircuts. No dress sense. Just good honest songwriting. We go along with that!" - Tom Robinson plays 'Until', BBC 6 Music.
In little more than a year The Comfort have gone from the back room of a bar in Londons Camden Town, to the stage of the 'Live Festival of Beer' in Aquaviva, Italy. Along the way they've appeared on BBC Introducing - playing a session for Three Counties Radio, featured on Tom Robinson's BBC 6 Music show, and invited to perform at Jar Music Groups unsigned showcase at Islington's Carling Academy.
The band came together through a series of chance encounters, small ads and mutual friends. The cosmopolitan line-up includes a drummer from Argentina, a guitarist from New Zealand, a singer from England and a bass player born in... visit their site >>
THE DEAD RABBIT GANG
Bluesrock from Germany!
THE DEAD RABBIT GANG: The band that will bring Bluesrock back to the masses! Since Kurt Cobain kicked off Grunge in the 1980s, Bluesrock bands like Whitesnake have a hard time reaching out towards kids. This band is going to change that! Five talented young musicians have come together to stand true to their roots and fly the banner high for the Bluesrock scene!
2 NEW TRACKS ONLINE ON MYSPACE!!! GO CHECK THEM OUT!!! visit their site >>
The Echo Heights
It’s September 1995 and the final death throws of perennial pop underdogs The Dentists have reached their logical conclusion. The band go their separate ways, although as one last parting gift to the world, three of the members loosely hang together and eventually release an album of what is effectively Dentists works-in-progress, under the name Coax. The singer disappears into the world of accountancy somewhere in Russia, the drummer just disappears and Mark Matthews retreats to his room to learn to play the guitar better and dabble with the opportunities afforded through technology and home recording. The songs start to trickle out, and various combos are launched and implode with no or minimal success. Sightings of any of The Dentists become rare until a crazy idea takes hold in the... visit their site >>
The Following Announcement
They may have formed just under three years ago but Bristol’s The Following Announcement has squeezed more into three years than some manage to do in their lifetimes. Tours in the US, shows at some of the finest venues in the UK and support slots to make you drool, the Bristol trio have done it all and now with 2009 excitement stomping its way in, the band are out to make sure that theirs is a name that slides off every music fan’s tongue with ease. Delivering their energetic brand of pop punk and entertainment, the band released their debut album back in 2007 entitled “The Art Of Conversation” that made it in the top 50 of the UK and Australian mp3.com charts. . After spending the end of 2007 and early 2008 sampling tunes and supporting the likes of No Use For A Name and David Jordan... visit their site >>
The Gay Blades
NME:
Inside the Gay Blades
The Gay Blades are a made of magic and they are almost always on the road sending magic to new friends everywhere. Let's dance naked together.
You can buy the shit out of our debut record Ghosts at any indie retalier. Of course you can also get the record on iTunes!!!!
What They Said:
NME:
"Prepare to have your love defribulated by the raw, garagey sound of these two reprobates, strutting on to our airwaves with more saw-riffed swagger than a dog with two dicks and cougar's yowl. Clark Westfield and Puppy Mills are bad, bad men, and we love 'em"
My Old Kentucky Blog:
"These guys are showmen with enough swagger, strut and snark to make the forefathers (Bowie/Mercury) of their genre proud."
Day Trotter:
"There's something sort of legendary... visit their site >>
The Haiku
With an eye-catching line-up of vocals, acoustic guitar and drums, audiences are often taken by surprise at the intensity of the sound created by such a minimal arrangement. Certainly, time spent with The Haiku leaves you in no doubt that the acoustic guitar does not have to be a quiet instrument. What you will take away is a memory of incredibly personal songs, which somehow manage to speak to each individual member of the audience. Anyone who’s ever loved and lost; or been frustrated with the state of the world; or been annoyed with the unfairness of life; or enjoyed the feeling of hope for the future, will understand and appreciate what The Haiku have to offer. visit their site >>
The Hollywood Killers
The Hollywood Killers originally formed in Hastings UK by singer/songwriter Jim Penfold but eventually the band relocated to London.
'Goodbye Suicide' (the second single) received many plays on John Peel's Radio 1 show.
The band soon built up a large fan base in London and the South of England gigging continuously. The Marquee, Hammersmith Palais, The Venue, The Lyceum, Dingwalls, Mean Fiddler, the Embassy Club, 100 Club etc....the band also recorded Radio 1 In Concert at the legendary Paris Theatre in Lower Regent St.
The Hollywood Killers have received acclaim from NME, Melody Maker, and Record Mirror. Jim Penfold has worked with various top producers in the past....Tony Visconti (Bowie/T Rex), Mike Vernon (Bowie/Fleetwood Mac), Mike Hurst (Cat Stevens) and John Brand... visit their site >>
The Hype Theory
The Hype Theory are a new upcoming band, and their collection of high energy songs has earned them these achievements so far:
Being picked out of thousands to feature on Myspace Mars Planets Radio (presented by XFM's Alex Zane)
Being finalists on Fame Games Radio
Recently have received airtime from BBC Essex Introducing.
"Catchy and Powerful" - Fame Games Radio
Now The Hype Theory are converting fans all over, with 19000 friends on their Myspace and over 31000 total plays.
The Hype Theory are:
Katy Jackson (Vox)
Sean Bishop (Guitars)
Matt Cooke (Drums)
Luke Tessie (Bass)
Founded in April '08, this band is the result of four people meeting at university and creating music that is energetic and highly explosive.
They certainly are "ones to watch".
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The Lizard Kings
The Lizard Kings are a 5 piece Indie Rock & Roll band from Corby, England. The songs on here are taken from the bands debut album " Never Drink Bulls Milk ". The band a currently working on new material which should be with us before the year is out, in the meantime enjoy the selection available! More tunes will be added in regular intervals.
Saturday July 19th 2008 @ The Barfly, Birmingham Surface Unsigned Festival Words by Stephen Hudyba
Indie Rock n Rollers, The Lizard Kings are undoubtedly one of the brightest and most compelling Indie acts we've seen in this year's festival. Their sound is sharply contemporary and there is some real substance to their music, catchy upbeat tracks that are at the same time witty and intelligent, they are a band who have a lot to say for... visit their site >>
The Maccabees
The Maccabees are an indie rock band from Brighton, England.
Debuting in 2004 with the You Make Noise, I Make Sandwiches EP (released on Haircut Records) they scored a minor indie hit in 2006 with the post-punk influenced single PlayLatchmere (released on Fierce Panda Records)
In every British band, there is a little bit of Britain. From the revolutionary sounds of The Clash, to the observations of The Streets, and the character sketches of The Kinks, the musical legacy of this country is rich in bands that somehow couldn't help be as much about where they're from, as about where they're at.
The Maccabees are a young band making big strides towards becoming part of this grand tradition. A decidedly English guitar pop band, whose worldview has been formed by influences as... visit their site >>
The Needful Things
Hilda, Keef, Laney, Oz and Xander met on the UK circuit playing in rock n roll bands, all dreaming of success, stardom and stacks of cash... now with all that nonsense out of the way, The Needful Things are here to entertain and have fun.
The Needful Things
“Out of the inner most recesses of excess, filth, debauchery and all other scandalous acts performed by British politicians comes the spawn of all that is wrong and evil with this perverted fucked up society. Get’em before they implode. Balls out trash talkin’ mealy mouthed street urchins ready to crush your tweetin’ lovin fingers one snap at a time and possibly peak up your school uniform!” Sugarbuzz April 2010
March 1st 2010 sees the launch of the band made up of current members of Drugdealer Cheerleader, The... visit their site >>
The Nites
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The Nites consist of Anthony (vocals) and Michael (guitar), two guys from South London, who met in 2004 and started gigging the acoustic circuit in and around London, two guitars and a beat up amp, did them proud and helped them to gradually build up a close following, but playing cover after cover, they became determined to write their own songs.
From the West Coast feel of The Goo Goo Dolls, to Simon and Garfunkel style harmonies, with unforgettable melodies such as Snow Patrol and The Script, Described as 'Brilliant Pure Popular Rock' (The... visit their site >>
The Pumpking (LSJ)
The Pumpking is exploring all depths of human emotion with his music through the art of possession.
Hence the debut album is entitles "The Possession". Each track delves into a particular emotion that you may experience through your life, and The Pumpking explains it with technical and intelligent hip hop. visit their site >>
The Reverence
The Reverence is a Brighton-based rock band that formed in September 2008. They have recorded an EP and an album, made a music video, played several live shows to an already dedicated fan base across the South East (including support for James McCartney) and recently had some radio play which has invoked positive responses from DJs and listeners. They released debut single My Town on 15th February 2010, for which they collaborated with short-film director, Liam Creighton, to make a music video to accompany it. The video is available to view on www.thereverence.co.uk and the song is in all good mp3 download stores. Debut mini-album Monument was released on 29th March 2010 and can be purchased from http://thereverence.bigcartel.com/
The influences in the band range from post-punk... visit their site >>
The Ryes
The Ryes are a band who make pop music like it used to be. With one foot in the past and the other firmly in the present, The Ryes display a pure pop sensibility inspired by classic British bands from The Beatles to The Kinks and the Britpop classics of Blur and Pulp, plus an obvious love of classic British rock from Queen to The Police. Spiced with a dash of Californian harmonies harking back to The Beach Boys, this is a band with the intent to write big classic pop songs.
The Ryes first incarnation came when fifteen-year-old Essex boy Dan Williams (keyboards, vocals) met Paul Canning (lead vocals) after a fight kicked off during a five-aside football game. Dan was at the centre of it but he’s pulled away by a stranger called Paul. Quickly bonding over a mutual adoration for The... visit their site >>
The Scene is Dead
Big ballsy rock with killer riffs that will make your ears bleed with excitement. visit their site >>
The Sonic Hearts
And here we are, the sound of tiny stars exploding, bleeding hearts beating, a sound so full of love it could implode at any one moment. Our music is to be like a punch of champagne, a kick of romance, a bomb of desire. To be brutally beautiful, to be happily sad, TO BE YOUNG FOREVER...
Influences.....
I guess all thats around us: dawn, dusk, heartbreak, romance!!!
Music wise i guess: Bob dylan, neil young, gram parsons, the band, ryan adams, lotta 60s records, lotta blues, americana, bit of folk, new stuff like arcade fire. Liverpool friends music.... visit their site >>
The Velvet Hearts
Nowadays it’s easy for bands to big themselves up, however it’s kind of hard not to when you’ve been surrounded by it all your lives. Take The Velvet Hearts for example, one of them has a father responsible for one of the biggest tunes ever heard and another works with the most successful British female album seller of the last two decades.
Growing up on a stringent diet of Rock and Roll has put this six piece in fine stead, their groove rock anthemic style is a tribute to their legacy, a homage to their past and most notably they posses a shameless troubadour spirit which is ever so clear in their Live shows. “Our Dads took us to the Blues Tavern for our first pint at the age of fourteen. We thought it was just a regular jam night, it just so happened that we were joined by Oasis’... visit their site >>
Thousand Yard Stare
Thousand Yard Stare were an early 90's Indie band that following rave press in NME and (for those of you that remember it) Melody Maker, signed a record deal with Polydor records in 1990.
The following five years saw the band play all over the world including Reading Festival and Glastonbury. At their hieght the band sold out nights at the Astoria in London and The old Town and Country Club.
The bands debut album 'Hands On' was met with rave reviews and climbed high into the charts and ended the year as the number one indie album of the year in the NME charts.
A front cover of Melody Maker helped the bands single from 'Hands On' creep into the top 40 at number 37.
By the end of '94 the band had played almost every venue in the UK and had extensive tours of America with James and... visit their site >>
Thundertale
Born in 2004 from the ashes of hard rock band VORS, THUNDERTALE today is one the most productive metal bands in Lithuania – two full studio albums and one DVD in 4 years – now that's something for a scene where any new release is a big event... And that is not enough – this year the band is going to finalize records of one more full–length studio album!
Piety to glorious past of their homeland and trust in eternal truths inspires THUNDERTALE to produce great Heavy / Power Metal, conveying historic legacy of their nation. visit their site >>
Tom and Olly
ok so about us, the concept for tom and olly came together in the summer of last year, when i (tom) was playing some ideas i had for some acoustic rap and olly was sitting next to me and started singing some lyrics and before we knew it we had our first song. Gigging regularly in Brighton which is just down the road from us has helped our music progress in ways we never thought it would. taking influence's from day to day life. Instead of a long list of bands we hope to have created something original with a unique sound that people will be able to relate to and enjoy. visit their site >>
Tom Beech
Tom Beech started in the world of Music at around the age of 4 when he started to learn Piano. Ever since then the motivation to learn new instruments has escalated. In around 2000 Tom picked up his first guitar, learning the simple chords and quickly progressing onto the more advanced and challenging chords. Soon after Tom started writing his own song and putting his own style into covers he would perform at his gigs. His first gig comprised of only a 3 song set at a folk evening, blowing the crowd away with 2 of his own and a cover of Dylan's Tangled up in Blue. Ever since then he has continued to write songs, and is now currently studying Music Technology and Performance at the London College of Music at Thames Valley University. visit their site >>
Twisted Wheel
About TWISTED WHEEL (album out now!)
Twisted Wheel have quickly earned themselves a reputation as one of the hardest working young touring bands around and also as the support band of choice (previously having gigged with Oasis, The Enemy, Ian Brown, The View, Pigeon Detectives, The Courteeners, Reverend & The Makers, Kasabian, The Rascals, The Coral & The Happy Mondays).
This year sees them head off on a headline tour in May then support on several of Oasis' outdoor stadium shows and to open for Paul Weller on his outdoor forest tour this Summer.
The band's debut album is out now on CD, CD/DVD (featuring bonus live footage from their gig at Manchester Ritz), 12" & download, and includes the tracks She's A Weapon, Lucy The Castle and We Are Us. You can buy it at... visit their site >>
Vacant Stair
We are a Punk/Alt rock/Grunge band from jersey (Channel Islands), we play live gigs at local pubs/clubs, at the moment we are writing material and hope to start recording, having commitment problems with the bassist may need a new one. Age range from 14-16, we love playing live and will probably go for that sound on our tracks (when recorded) if your a bassist in jersey then get in touch if not look out for any releases in the near future :) visit their site >>
Virgin to the Sun
"Rage, Rage Against The Dying Of The Light" --Dylan Thomas. Anthemic tracks such as "Love's Heart Disease""Season For Heathens" and the yearning "Innocent Soho" and eastern european imagery make these boys very evocative."The industry has been screaming out for something like us for a long time."It shows by all the ideas its nicked off us" But i'm glad that people starting to get fed up with guitar posers with trilby hats" It all started when Dudz Dudzinski (Guitar/Vocals) and Steven Massey (Drums) originally from sunny birmingham started working on a new group due to the demise of their previous band "The Grind" and also the unfortunate death of their manager Adrian Millar the man behind The Babys,Black babbath etc. Within a few months they got together a new gang and it wasnt long... visit their site >>
Wellingtons
The duo making up The Wellingtons, like breadcrumbs, leave a trail of charming quips and notes behind their songs whilst ever engrossing you further into their world. Playing the always haunting cello, and often an array of oddly yet innovatively used non-instruments, they can entice even the hardened-eared music lover with such romanticism. With harmonies so beautifully crisp and their whimsical mystique, you could easily fall in love with both of these girls, Brighton’s own Cocorosie.
THE SOURCE... (AS) visit their site >>
Who is jonny wright
I’m Jonny. I was brought up in Manchester, which if you don’t know is the wettest place on the planet. I don’t look all that good in hats and it’s not the done thing to carry an umbrella so I decided to move to London with my guitar and a bag full of songs about girls I fancied/loved/made up.
I’m pretty chuffed to say I’ve just won an award from BBC New Talent and The British Academy of Songwriters & Composers for a song I wrote called ‘Emily’ (fancied). This means I’m going to be lucky enough to work with a very successful songwriter in the coming months, not sure how much I can write about it here but I’ve added the song to my player so you can have a listen. I used to front a band called The MüVs and it’s me and Steve & Gary from the band playing on the record which we recorded... visit their site >>
Winch House
Haverfordwest in Wales, UK is probably the last place on earth you'd expect to find an outstanding band. To tell the truth, if Winch House are anything to go by you are officially advised to start your search by looking there.
In an environment where bands are a dime a dozen they've thrived and developed an intensely fresh sound. Living on a diet of Mayday Parade, All Time Low, Taking Back Sunday and Four Year Strong amongst many MANY others, Winch House forge a sound which is both refreshing and unique, whilst at the same time they somehow manage to sound remarkably familiar.
Youth culture, massive choruses and a sound designed to please peoples ears all combine to make Winch House a must know band. Mix this with an awesome sense of humour, dashing good looks and Winch House... visit their site >>
Your Army
"Hot, Angry, Vitriolic and Damn Sexy!" Ace, Skunk Anansie
* We currently manage and promote ourselves but are seeking support from a label.
We recently headlined the Isle of Wight Festival Platform 1 Stage, supported Feeder and are in the Kerrang! Black XS finals being held at The 02 Arena on November 16th. Don't hesitate to message us for a free invite to the show for you and your friends! visit their site >>
Zaki Ibrahim
Zaki’s Biography
Zaki Ibrahim’s music is captivating and vibrant. It’s thick with poetics and steeped in a delicious mixture of earnest emotion and social commentary.
Zaki’s path continues to progress, layering new experiences on top of each other that uniquely influence her musical ventures, culminating in her most recent project, eclectica (episodes in purple).
Zaki’s road has been paved with creative encounters that have propelled her forward - from a childhood steeped in musical influences, to performing at Capetown’s historic Armchair Theatre, then touring Canada with South Africa’s Tumi and the Volume, the Roots and Bedouin Soundclash, to collaborating with famed DJ/Producer King Britt, to now.
With a full length album in the works, Zaki will continue to break new... visit their site >>
Zx84
Electropop songs with grown-up lyrics, real synth sounds and infectious beats. visit their site >>
