PREVIEW: Barn On The Farm 2019

Over Farm in Gloucester is getting ready to put the bunting and balloons up for this years 10th anniversary special – an award winning intimate festival it has the distinct knack of getting artists to perform that go on to have huge career success – but what about 2019? The lineup for this year is equally impressive as the last few. The three main headline acts being Sam Fender, Maggie Rogers and Lewis Capaldi. Sam Fender has had a supersonic year since performing at last years festival. He’s just started his second sold-out UK/European tour, he’s gained radio success and … Continue reading PREVIEW: Barn On The Farm 2019

2019: Ten Artists To Look Out For

This year has been a remarkable year for music, more specifically up and coming artists who have broken through the ranks to gain chart success. Platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music (not forgetting vinyl and CDs) means it’s accessible more than ever, with this is mind here are ten artists to keep an eye on in 2019. Sam Fender This Geordie has had a pretty damn good 2018, he’s just won the BRIT Critic’s Choice Award and will be playing live at the award ceremony on 12th January. He’s a man that brings a bit of fresh air into … Continue reading 2019: Ten Artists To Look Out For

2018: Ten Artists I’m looking out for this year

Last year I listened to more music than ever before, found fantastic new artists, and fell in love with old ones all over again. Keeping that in mind, I’m really excited for all the new music and artist discoveries this year. Here are 10 artists that I will be following closely in 2018: YONAKA I discovered this four-piece band mid-last year, and they’re making waves on the music front with such a fresh sound. Lead singer Theresa Jarvis has a distinct and powerful vocal (think Paramore) which makes each song captivating.  Every track is full of riveting hooks, electric guitar … Continue reading 2018: Ten Artists I’m looking out for this year

A Year Of Music: The Best Of 2017

While 2018 is almost upon us, these past 12 months have been exciting and groundbreaking in regards to music. 2017 has been the year of power artists and up and coming artists both bringing something different to the music industry. With that in mind I’ve complied a list of the 12 albums and 12 singles I’ve really been loving this year. Some of them are absolute belters and some are from artists rising up the music scene, so keep reading to find out who made the cut… Top 12 Singles 1. Faithless – Flyte This is one of my favourite … Continue reading A Year Of Music: The Best Of 2017

Album Review: The Loved Ones – Flyte

Discovering new music is exciting, and this is a band, relatively new to me, who have really caught my attention this year. Their debut album The Loved Ones is old-school and brilliant. Sophie Turrill gave the ten track masterpiece a listen to; here’s the verdict: Flyte are a British alternative pop/alternative rock band from London who formed in 2013 and have had early singles played by Zane Lowe and Fearn Cotton. The four piece made up of Will Taylor (lead singer and guitar), Sam Kerridge (keyboard, guitar and backup vocals), Jon Supran (drums and backup vocals) and Nick Hill (bass and backup vocals) … Continue reading Album Review: The Loved Ones – Flyte

Review: New Music Friday – 25th August

New Music Friday is my favourite day of the week in regards to discovering and listening to new music. I’ve discovered some of my favourite artists through it and it’s a brilliant of way to explore different genres and bands. Discover my top six hits and song of the day for this week… My song of the day.. The Sky Is A Neighbourhood – Foo Fighters You can’t go wrong with the Foo Fighters and I really love this song. Right from the start it’s powerful, Dave Grohl’s vocals are electrifying and exciting at the same time. It’s quite a … Continue reading Review: New Music Friday – 25th August

New Music Friday review: 7th July

New Music Friday is my favourite day of the week in regards to discovering and listening to new music. I’ve discovered some of my favourite artists through it and it’s a brilliant of way to explore different genres and bands. Discover my top five hits, song of the day and my Friday no no. Here is this weeks.. My song of the day.. PRAYING – KESHA This is one heck of a powerful song and with everything that she has been through this is my song of the week. The emotion that comes from this song is incredible, it’s raw … Continue reading New Music Friday review: 7th July