It’s the SoP Christmas shindig and who better to provide the noise than faves Matt Owens & The DVP? As well as some classic SoP shows, these guys properly set tongues wagging with an absolutely incendiary headlien slot at the Hive for The Shuffle back in September…. Do not miss them this time if they […]
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Welsh noise-folk duo Oxbowlake took their Tuppenny bow supporting Death is Girl back in June. We knew they were good, but the reception from you lot was so positive we got the diary out before they had come off stage and booked a headline show….. so here it is – some more pure, original, high […]
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Live Music Session #150 – SGO
A Sunday Social season wouldn’t be complete with a jigalong to the folk-masters SGO, A magical collaboration of musicians, playing 9 different instruments, with 5 voices creating close and choral harmonic vocals. The genre mission is “Some Kind of Everything” >>>> (SKOE) >>>> (SG’o) >>>> Folk, Blues, Country, Pirate, Parisienne, Gypsy, Experimental, Twisted Folk, and […]
The Blue Highways are a British rock band based in London. Formed in 2018 by brothers Jack, Callum and Theo, the band is known for its modern Indie/American Roots-inspired rock sound coupled with Callum’s narrative storytelling. Acclaimed as one of the most exciting upcoming acts in the U.K. music scene, The Blue Highways will release […]
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Live MUsic Session #148 – Good Habits
Good Habits are a UK folk duo forged on the other side of the globe. Described as “engagingly clear across a rich variety of styles” (Songlines), singer-cellist Bonnie Schwarz and accordionist Pete Shaw create folkish musical tales, with captivating lyrics married with their unique brand of brisk instrumental virtuosity. During the time spent happily stranded […]
Born and raised in Northampton, UK, Kev Minney is a singer-songwriter with a unique voice and virtuoso guitar skills. His songs emanate straight from the heart, evoking emotion, that bring us stories of tenderness, grit, hope, authenticity and beauty. He’s isn’t someone who follows any trends, and that has led him to create his own […]
With energy, driving rhythm and heart felt melodies The Shudders combine their melee of music influence to produce a refreshing brand of indie-country-rock. Vocal harmonies, screaming guitar, warm acoustic and a commanding rhythm section with which to weave their rich tapestry of noise. It’s a tapestry which could be a described as a ‘Crazy Horse […]
boci (pronounced bocky) is a classically trained violinist, vocalist and self-taught guitarist, pianist and songwriter. Violin and guitar looping is the foundation on which much of boci’s music is built. Her experience as a collaborator in Bristol has informed her fusionesque musical style, which draws influence from traditional singer-songwriters, electronic pop, Celtic and Balkan folk […]
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Live Music Session #144 – Mishra
UK global-folk duo ‘Mishra’ weave a tight web of intricate, Indian-influenced original music that defies definition and has brought them awards recognition since their formation in 2017. Kate Griffin on vocals, banjo, and dobro and Ford Collier on low whistle, calabash/percussion, and guitar draw on their unique base of influences, encompassing folk music of the […]
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Live Music Session #143 – Phil King
As a singer-songwriter, Phil King has the whole trinity: A beautiful soulful singing voice, deft skills at playing the guitar, and the capacity to write elegantly worded and powerful songs. His album The Wreckage received excellent media attention with Radio 2’s Bob Harris describing him as ‘Absolutely Brilliant’ and ‘A Song Weaver’. “Stunningly Beautiful! The […]