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Author: Polly Havelock

Elina - Image credit: Hampus Hjellstrom

ALBUM REVIEW: Elina ‘Whatever Happens Now’

December 2, 2023

Hailing from the luscious landscapes of Sweden, Elina traverses the complexities of existence, seamlessly weaving together tales of love, loss, and the unyielding spirit that defines our humanity in her debut album, ‘Whatever Happens Now’.

HIT ALERT: NADIA ‘Push The Button’

November 24, 2023

Exciting news from Northern Ireland: pop artist NADIA returns with a new fetching single, ‘Push The Button,’ that is fitting for end-of-the-year parties and new club playlists. 

Sarah Reeves Releases ‘More The Merrier’ Deluxe

November 17, 2023

As we approach the cosy season, days get shorter, and nights get darker, but despite all, our mood is more festive, twinkling through the last few months of the year. Pop artist and songwriter Sarah Reeves has proven to be the newly crowned Christmas princess with an exceptional talent for producing new cheerful tunes made for holiday family gatherings. 

HIT ALERT: Etham Releases New Track ‘Put You First (feat. GEMINI)’

November 14, 2023

With a music career born from the streets of Reading and nurtured through school talent shows, singer-songwriter Etham brings us a new gem: ‘Put You First (feat. GEMINI)’.

Scott Clay’s Highly Anticipated UK Tour: A Soulful Musical Adventure in Support of Oxfam

November 10, 2023

The soul-stirring melodies of Nashville-based singer-songwriter Scott Clay are set to grace the stages of the UK once again in January 2024, promising audiences…

LISTEN: Dici ‘Hole In My Heart’

October 26, 2023

The gift of being an artist is their ability to turn longing, emotional void, or deepest dreams into music, personal melodic soundtracks, or time…

Live Review: Sarah Reeves @ The Camden Club

October 6, 2023

The interiors of the Camden Club start to fill up, and the first act of the evening, Sarah Reeves, makes her way to the…

NEWS: Allegra’s ‘Round & Round’ Added To The Peloton Playlist

September 29, 2023

This just in. Our favourite rising pop star, Allegra, recently visited the new Covent Garden Peloton Studio in London to celebrate her latest smash hit ‘Round & Round,’ featuring the one and only Tiësto, being added to the official Peloton playlist. 

Etham Heads On A UK Busking Tour In Support Of YoungMinds

September 28, 2023

With a headline show at London’s music venue Colors, on World Mental Health Day (October 10th), Reading-based singer/songwriter Etham heads on a busking tour across the UK. In support of one of the nation’s leading mental health charities, YoungMinds, Etham will raise funds along his six-cities journey with acoustic, intimate busking performances. 

Preview: Gareth Dunlop @ The Lower Third

September 23, 2023

Are you planning your schedule ahead? Before all the festive shenanigans commence, we’ve got you covered for a guaranteed cozy evening. On November 16th, Northern Ireland’s major talent, Gareth Dunlop, will perform at London’s Lower Third with a set of his major hits and new tunes teasing his upcoming album, out in 2024. 

PREMIERE: NADIA ‘Figure it out’

September 8, 2023

In the current climate of various mood-inspired ‘eras,’ it is about time to acclaim the self-worth era of canceling the outside noise, not letting others determine your faith, and trusting your instincts. Northern Ireland’s exciting talent NADIA takes the power back on her new release, ‘Figure it out.’ 

OUT NOW: Etham ‘Waiting For You’

August 30, 2023

Like most things in life, love doesn’t come to you easily, whenever you set your mind to it. Love works on its own schedule, heavily influenced by destiny and random coordinates of personal manifestation. We often hear love come to those who wait; the question is how long, though.

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