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Paul Richart Captures The Power Of The BritPop Era With ‘Empty Smoke’, The Latest Live Single From The Bouquet Sessions 

December 18, 2024

Taking inspiration from artists such as David Bowie, Blur, Pulp, Suede, and The Smiths, the latest release from The Bouquet Sessions is the single, ‘Empty Smoke’. The Bouquet Sessions, formed towards the end of May this year, sees a range of artists perform, bathed in the glow of lights and flowers, and in the case of ‘Empty Smoke’, features the artist, Paul Richart.

Nathan O’Regan: Breakthrough Irish Songwriter Making Waves

December 5, 2024

2025 is proving to be a breakout year for Nathan O’Regan, whose debut studio EP, Uncovered Vol. 1, celebrates Northern Ireland’s unparalleled songwriting talent. Released via Zenith Cafe, this thoughtfully curated collection of covers includes highlights like Fiona Harte’s introspective, ‘Permanent’ and Gareth Dunlop’s heartening ‘It’ll Be Alright’. Each track is a masterclass in vocal expression, with O’Regan’s rich, bluesy tones infusing new energy and emotional nuance into these timeless songs.