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Blair Jollands Releases ‘7 Blood’, An Album Offering Escapism And Brilliance In Equal Measure

September 25, 2018

Blair Jollands moved to London 20 years ago from Auckland, New Zealand where he learned to master records before taking that skill to an audio post production studio in Soho. Since then he has completed sound design in film and TV with credits that include ‘Poldark’, ‘Jekyll & Hyde’ and ‘Pride’. He was nominated for an Emmy for his work on ‘Shackleton’ in 2002 and has garnered praise for his songwriting from none other than the late, great David Bowie who described one of Blair’s compositions, ‘Killing Landings’ as “ a great song”.

In Conversation With Blair Jollands On His New Album ‘7 Blood’ And His Battle With Lyme Disease

September 24, 2018

Cinematic, singer-songwriter Blair Jollands has released new album ‘7 Blood’. Talking to us, he reveals more about his fight with Lyme Disease which inspired…

Feels Like A Storm: Lisa Speaks To Tiffany Ahead Of The Release Of Her New Album ‘Pieces Of Me’

September 19, 2018

Lisa battled technology and Storm Ali to speak to Tiffany ahead of the release of the singer’s new album and her UK tour.

Terry Emm To Release Stunning New EP ‘Ornate’ On September 21

September 19, 2018

Ornate’, the new EP from UK singer-songwriter Terry Emm is as the title suggests, a collection of fragile elegant tracks that have a timeless feel and are crafted as if they are unique objects for mantlepiece display. Fashioned from the love of creation and to catalogue memories and thoughts, they are distinctive and embellished with astute understated beauty at every turn.

Beatie Wolfe Explores The Art Of Music In The Digital Age: We Talk To Her Ahead Of Her V&A Exhibition

September 17, 2018

Singer songwriter and artist Beatie Wolfe has been described by VICE as a “Musical Weirdo and Visionary”, while the BBC has hailed her live performances as “a profound delivery of depth and soul”.

We Talk To Brian McFadden Ahead Of His Singles ‘Angel’ And ‘Direct Me’ From New Soul Album ‘Otis’

September 17, 2018

Brian McFadden is set to release his fifth studio album, ‘Otis’, on 2 November. A tribute to Otis Redding, it’s a departure from the pop style McFadden is known for, but it’s a side of the singer that he’s long been wanting to show the world.

Jess Glynne, Too Many Zoos And KDA Release ‘So Real (Warriors)’

September 14, 2018

Out today, ‘So Real (Warriors)’ is the new track from Jess Glynne, Too Many Zoos, and KDA.

Six Quick Questions With Sophia Mina

September 10, 2018

We recently wrote about Sophia Mina’s latest single, ‘Run To’, with its video an homage to London’s bright and busy streets, multi-coloured streets. Now we catch up with the artist ahead of her upcoming single, ‘Fly’ – for which we have a sneak preview – and ask her Six Quick Questions.

Sophia Mina – ‘Run To’

September 4, 2018

We’ve written about Sophia Mina before, the London artist whose Cypriot and Chinese heritage combine to give her a sassy defiant attitude and a love of pop and R&B. Now she’s back, with her latest track, ‘Run To’, including a new video, which has already seen close to 5000 views in the short week since its release.

THE KOOKS Release New Album And Unveil ‘Four Leaf Clover’ Video Ahead Of UK Tour Dates

September 4, 2018

The Kooks have released their much awaited fifth studio album, ‘Let’s Go Sunshine’, via Lonely Cat/AWAL Recordings. The album coincides with a new video for ‘Four Leaf Clover’, which has been directed by Sophia + Robert, from Odelay Films, best known for their work with Kara Marni, and Grace Carter.

Clare Bowen’s Eponymous Debut Album Reminds Us To Always Remember Where We Come From

August 30, 2018

I didn’t expect to be quite so moved by Clare Bowen’s self-titled debut album, but I’ve been sitting here blubbing like a baby.

Six Quick Questions With Clare Bowen Ahead Of The Release Of Her Debut Album