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Tag: acoustic guitar

It’s All Over Now For Chandani And ‘Baby Blues’

January 14, 2017

LA singer songwriter Chandani follows up her singles ‘Addiction’ and ‘Forgive You’ with ‘Baby Blues’, a song in which she opens up about her own trials and tribulations.

Electra Day – ‘Quiet Hours’

November 11, 2016

Drawing comparisons with the likes of Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, and Leonard Cohen, ‘Quiet Hours’ is the solo project of Julie Hampton, performing under the name of Electra Day.

Matt Katsis Relases Single ‘Need You Here’ Ahead Of Victoria And Queensland Tour

November 11, 2016

Matt Katsis released his new single, ‘Need You Here’ ahead of his second EP, set to come out mid 2017. You can see Matt on tour across Victoria and Queensland this November and December.

NEVER MIND THE BALEARICS – Ex-Verve Man Blends Rock With Electronica On 4th Solo Album

May 25, 2016

I’ve always felt that there were two Richard Ashcrofts – the cocksure ‘Mad Richard’ you often see in his interviews – and the sensitive soul who gave us The Drugs Don’t Don’t Work, Lucky Man and A Song For the Lovers.

Both Richards are in evidence on These People, Ashcroft’s first album in six years, but the combination is not entirely successful.

Essential Covers: Pete Gardiner – ‘Big Yellow Taxi’ (Joni Mitchell Cover)

April 21, 2016

Our Essential Cover this week comes from Northern Irish singer songwriter, Pete Gardiner, who gives us his take on the Joni Mitchell classic, ‘Big Yellow Taxi’.

Alex Rainsford, The Zed Music Cafe, Sevenoaks, Kent – 5th March 2016

March 7, 2016

Steve Holley reviews Alex Rainsford, who performed at the Zed Music Cafe in Sevenoaks.

Seafret At The 100 Club, London, 3 February 2016

February 4, 2016

Steve Holley caught Seafret’s set at London’s 100 Club last night.

New Music From Conor Dardis

February 3, 2016

Conor Dardis is back, with an evocative video and an even more compelling demo track.

We Hitch on the ‘Saddle of Southern Darkness’ with Eponymous Album

February 2, 2016

Describing their style as “Evil Country”, Saddle of Southern Darkness blend the influences of metal artists with traditional country. The result – nothing like you’ve ever heard before!

WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM HIS FRIENDS – How fan power helped Guy Valarino release his new EP

December 28, 2015

Guy Valarino is an artist who believes in getting his fans involved with his music. He built up an army of admirers all over the world…

runabay Wish ‘This Day’ Would Last Forever With New Single

December 5, 2015

Another beautiful single from Northern Irish band, runabay, ‘This Day’ is out today.

Honey Ryder Does Jedward!

August 29, 2015

Honey Ryder take up our suggestion for their Acoustic Challenge!

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