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Indie music features a sampling of maverick musicians that favor the DIY approach to music making.
Turn Up the Volume: UknownWriter 21's Latest Release 'Rock Ya Body'
It is with great pleasure and professional admiration that I have the opportunity to once again reconnect with the talented UnknownWriter 21 for the third time. Each engagement with him feels like a reunion with a respected colleague, seamlessly picking up our discussions from where we last left off.
mysoundMusicPublished a day ago in BeatPlaylist: Pigs, parties and Portuguese
Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs – Mr Medicine It’s easy to mock the metalheads. But we don’t do cheap shots here, plus we like a bit of metal now and then (especially if the now is hammering back up the A1 in the middle of the night). Pigs x7 (the approved shorthand for a name that requires a big billboard) rock like a good ‘un and have a happy knack of pushing their own sonic boundaries without disappearing down an unwanted rabbit hole.
Andy PottsPublished 2 days ago in BeatPlaylist: Fusion
Me Lost Me – Eye Witness This one is all about fusion. Electronica, modern jazz, hints of folk and an endless appetite for experimentation come together in a beguiling mix of sounds. While it’s fairly easy to throw together diverse influences, Newcastle-based Jayne Dent has the talent to ensure that the end result is more than the sum of its parts.
Andy PottsPublished 9 days ago in BeatLiv Hanna Releases Somber Tune "Sign It on the Line"
Back in March, singer-songwriter Liv Hanna released the single, "crazy," which was met with much acclaim. "crazy" was her inaugural release with Sony's AWAL. The songstress is already back with her new song, "Sign It on the Line." "Sign It on the Line" is in line with Liv Hanna's distinctive blend of Pop, Alt-Pop, Dark Pop, and Pop Rock.
Meikhel PhilogenePublished 13 days ago in BeatPlaylist: More than a stone's throw
Vice Killer – The Dark Side of the Railway Forty years after the Miners’ Strike, the scars are still keenly felt in northern England. Although the members of this County Durham band wasn’t even born back then, the atmosphere of the former coal-mining communities around their native Peterlee pervades their “Keep on Fighting On” EP. The title track is the most explicitly political cut, an angry swipe at Thatcherite politics that taps into a deep seam of resentment over a government that stripped communities of work and identity while bringing nothing in return.
Andy PottsPublished 15 days ago in BeatPlaylist: Safe hands throwing stones
Jodie Nicholson – Another Frequency One of the most exciting things about following the emergence of young musicians is hearing how their music evolves and matures. Jodie Nicholson, whose new album is out on today and gets a gala launch at the Glasshouse in Gateshead on May 18, is a great example. A talented songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, her debut album, "Golden Hour", was a relatively restrained, largely acoustic effort. Its obvious qualities got a bit lost in the Covid carnage – no chance to put on any gigs in support of the release – and much of what she could do online had to be stripped back to voice and guitar or keyboards.
Andy PottsPublished 22 days ago in BeatScene Not Heard
This piece was originally written back in January 2024 as part of a local showcase about the blossoming Alabama hardcore and metal scene
Bradley LedbetterPublished 25 days ago in BeatPlaylist: part #8
Kathryn Williams and Withered Hand - Weekend A couple of weeks ago I was looking forward to the release of Kathryn Williams and Withered Hand’s collaboration album Willson Williams. And it was worth the wait. To listen to these two sublime voices blending beautifully together, you’d think they’d been making music together for decades rather than recording as a duo for the first time.
Andy PottsPublished about a month ago in BeatAcoustic Evening @ Crosfield Hall 27.4.24
Hello, Thanks again to everyone who attended and supported The Crosfield Hall acoustic night. It was one of the largest events that I have ever put on. The performers were fantastic and the venue was spacious. Will we be returning there? Hopefully, towards the end of summer, we can put together another line-up.
Charlie SmithPublished about a month ago in BeatFrankie's Rediscovery: Paulo Nutini- Radio
Ok I'm obsessed again, or should I say RE obsessed?! April has been a cruel mistress writing wise which means my lyric writing and poetry has dwindled somewhat, however do not fear I'm working on something so normal service will resume again soon. In the mean time are you ready for me to introduce you to an awesome tune again?....of course you are! This time in the form of Radio by Paulo Nutini
Frankie MartinelliPublished about a month ago in BeatPlaylist: Border crossings
Bubamara – Sheikhs of Mallow I got a happy update this morning, with news that Bubamara has a new album coming out soon. If you’re not familiar, this is the exotic sound of Darlington via the Med. It’s a border-bashing brew of folk traditions from Italy, the Balkans and beyond, and well worth a few minutes of your time. If you’re a fan of the likes of The Ukrainians, Gogol Bordello or even Goran Bregovic, you’ll probably find something to enjoy.
Andy PottsPublished about a month ago in BeatExploring the Artistry of Wayne Dreadski in "Highroller"
Wayne Dreadski is an emerging artist hailing from the Gullah Geechee South Carolina corridor area. Influenced by the rich cultural heritage of his hometown, Wayne Dreadski's music reflects the vibrant spirit and energy of the region.
mysoundMusicPublished about a month ago in Beat