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An Interview With… Max George

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From one of the biggest bands in the UK to new single Barcelona, Max George has propelled himself back onto our airwaves. I caught up with the 29-year-old to talk what it’s like to be releasing music again, who he would love to collaborate with and what it’s like making music solo after his days of being a member of The Wanted. What’s it like to be back releasing music again? It feels great! I’ve waited a long time for this and I’m absolutely buzzing it’s happening. How did Barcelona come about? I got in the studio with Steve Mac … Continue reading An Interview With… Max George

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PREVIEW: Dot To Dot 2018

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Dot To Dot is a month away! Across Nottingham, Bristol & Manchester some the city’s best music venues will open their doors to music fans; not only to see their favourite artists but also to discover them. Since 2005 many of the UK’s biggest artists have risen from headlining and playing at the festival, including: Ed Sheeran, The 1975, Florence And The Machine, Jake Bugg and Dua Lipa. Not only did it win Best Festival For Emerging Talent in 2017, but it also won Best Multi Venue Festival at the Live UK Awards 2017. This years lineup is pretty impressive … Continue reading PREVIEW: Dot To Dot 2018

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Discover Manchester’s The Covasettes as they release their explosive debut single This Feeling 

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Manchester four piece The Covasettes have only been together for a year and tomorrow sees the release of their stunning debut single This Feeling, an exciting track with an addictive sound, explosive riffs and gripping vocals. I spoke to Chris Buxton (lead vocals/guitar), Matt Hewlett (lead guitar, vocals), Jamie McIntyre (bass/vocals) and Matt Buckley (drums/percussion) all in their early 20s, about the track and their sound. What’s This Feeling about?  We never like to give too much away when it comes to our songs and what they mean, that’s not because they have deep seated meanings behind them, its just … Continue reading Discover Manchester’s The Covasettes as they release their explosive debut single This Feeling 

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Review: Dot to Dot Nottingham

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Dot to Dot has been held in Nottingham for over ten years, a music festival that showcases some of the best up and coming talent in the industry, with Bastille and Jake Bugg performing there in the past. This year however saw the largest ever lineup at 35 venues across Nottingham, hosting local talent as well as bringing new artists into the city. Just under 200 artists and bands performed in some of Nottingham’s hidden gems, from Jam Cafe, Rough Trade to Rescue Rooms and Rock City there was truly something for everybody. Perhaps it was too ambitious however, there … Continue reading Review: Dot to Dot Nottingham