Chelmsford rock duo The Midnight Barbers have arrived back after debut single success of ‘Business’ with another cracking track. Ben Rowntree and Jack Pepper come together to make and mould real nostalgic classic rock, with twists and hints of old…
Manchester three-piece The Twisted Dolls have been playing their version of the blues since 2013 and are quickly building a loyal fan base. We caught up with lead singer Luke Thornton to talk gigs, lunchtime inspiration, and the perks of…
We live in a time where new bands gage buzz worthy credentials through a glittering social network presence and brand attention, sometimes even before writing one original guitar riff. London based four-piece Hidden Charms are no different, already attracting the…
Tucked away in the heart of East London is the almost clandestine Jamboree music venue, which (once you’ve made it past the guarded gates) is a quaint, candle-lit breeding ground for up and coming artists. Located in amongst Cable Street…
Rating: James Bay is the name on everyone’s lips right now, fresh from winning the BRIT’s Critic’s Choice Award and opening for big names such as Hozier and The Rolling Stones, as well as being the object of desire for…
Rating: A simple and effective album if you like your blues white rather than black, and with an unexpected emotional depth: Roy’s Gang: Served with sidewinder distortion and reverb, this opener is a straight-ahead six-minute 12-bar slide blues work out,…
Rating: Yusuf Islam, ‘Cat Stevens’ to those that fear change, returns this year with a new offering of original and cover songs. Accompanied by some top-draw musicians like Richard Thompson and co-produced by the busiest producer in rock, Rick Rubin…
There are plenty of female solo artists trying to make it in the music industry today, and most I hear don’t really capture my excitement. But Chastity Brown has done it for me: it’s truly down to her blend of catchy melodies…
With his biggest headline show to date fast approaching, I have been re-listening to Mike Nisbet’s debut album ‘Vagrant’ in preparation. And I recommend you do the same. Released back in 2011, the album possesses a timeless beauty; with touches…