About Mari Lane
Editor, London.
Likes: Kathleen Hanna, 6Music, live music in the sunshine.
Dislikes: Sexism, pineapples, the misuse of apostrophes.
Having been featured as one of our Ones To Watch last month, Birmingham trio Table Scraps create dark rock delights which have previously received acclaim from the likes of NME, Clash and Q Magazine. Now, latest gritty offering ‘My Obsession’ is set to…
Having released their eponymous debut album last year, and with airplay from the likes of Huw Stephens and Fern Cotton under their belts, things are looking bright in the world of Cardiff band Baby Queens. Skilfully fusing together elements of…
Although known for being the lead guitarist in Foo Fighters, Chris Shiflett is also an acclaimed musician, songwriter and performer in his own right. He’ll be visiting the UK and playing an acoustic solo London show, showcasing his solo material…
With a recent name change, Brixton-based band Coltana have previously been featured in the likes of The Independent and Metro, and have played at Glastonbury Festival not once, but twice! Now, with a brand new single due, they look set…
Having formed after a chance encounter at a Smiths tribute night, Brighton-based This Party have previously received acclaim from the likes of Steve Lamacq and BBC Introducing, and are now set to release a brand new EP later this month. Title track ‘Lover’…
Three Minute Heroes is a Warren Youth Project Initiative integrating Music & Mental Health. Based in Hull, the Warren have taken successful musicians played on BBC Radio 1, 6Music & Radio X and connected them with school children from Hull…
Describing themselves as “violent pop for the patronised”, Scottish band ULTRAS are the brainchild of multi-instrumentalist Gav Prentice. Having previously garnered support from the likes of Steve Lamacq and Gideon Coe on BBC 6 Music, and have wowed crowds supporting We…
Name: Green Man Festival Where: The Brecon Beacons, Wales When: 17th – 20th August 2017 Headliners: PJ Harvey, Ryan Adams, Future Islands Also Featuring: Kate Tempest, Sleaford Mods, Michael Kiwanuka, The Shins, Conor Oberst, The Big Moon, The Orielles, Roni Size, Thee…
Having graduated two years ago, and gone on to travel France with just a guitar for company, New York-based artist Kate Grom is now set to release her debut album. Inspired by the likes of Stevie Nicks, Bob Dylan, Emmylou…
With influences ranging from Kate Bush to Darwin Deez, Nottingham-based artist Matt And The Beanstalk has just released his debut single. Produced by Newcastle-based Bramwell Bronte, ‘Symphony’ oozes anthemic, sweeping melodies and emotion-strewn vocals. Telling the story of an angel struggling…