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Title Holder asks us ‘What Better Time’ with their debut album

It has only been a few years since Title Holder released their first single, “Animal”. After receiving rave reviews, they continued releasing more singles. During this time, they set free their debut EP, Story of My Life. After that, Matt Sullivan began writing their new album. While recording, he showed off his talents by playing […]

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Philip Jonathan moulds a poem into his new single ‘Headlights’

2021 saw the release of “Seafront”, the debut single by Philip Jonathan. The single showcased a songwriter whose captivating soundtrack was as impressive as his storytelling, his style of folk having a vast feel to it. His way with words and the music he creates has a cinematic atmosphere, just listen to the latter part […]

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Mike Ross has his ‘Third Eye Open’ for his latest album

Mike Ross is an artist who continues to break free of genre limitations. If you listen to his albums in release order (starting with Spindrift), his music takes you on a journey with an ever-changing musical landscape. These include blues, American, blues rock, country and some dashing of other sounds thrown in for good measure. […]

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Kev Minney releases the next chapter of his musical journey with his album ‘Take Comfort Here’

Throughout his many singles and albums, Kev Minney has defined himself as a sublime storyteller and guitar player. His albums Stories Of The Sky and Modern Stories showcased his honest songwriting with words that do not hold back. With outstanding songs such as “Dark Stars”, “Just Another Day”, “Good Friends”, and “Magic”, you could hear […]

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Sylvan Weekends have created something special with their debut EP Outliers

Last year saw the formation of Sylvan Weekends. Even though this collection of musicians may be new, each member has plenty of experience to offer the group. They describe themselves as a “band born from contradiction: London meets wilderness, tech meets off-grid, folk meets electro. The ethos of contrast is seeded through every track and […]

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VOLK go back and forward in time for their new EP ‘Stand the Test’

When VOLK released their stellar album Cashville, it was like a force of nature that did not hold back. It showcased the different sides of their music, including outlaw country, rockabilly swing, to dancey garage rock. With the rich variations of sounds, their impressive way with words remained constant. Eleot Reich (drums) and Christopher Lowe […]

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Hard Stairs deliver ‘Bigger Blues’ and much more with their new album

It’s been all about the blues since Hard Stairs released their debut album Libertus Caught in 2016. Together Hortson Longsail (guitar/vocals) and Martin J (drums/percussion/vocals) have been creating their brand of garage blues. It may feel rough around the edges, but you can hear they have a genuine passion for what they do. It is […]

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Art Block speaks boldly and intimately on his debut album ‘Stones and Fire’

After many impressive EPs spanning over eight years, Art Block releases his debut album, Stones and Fire. He has carefully assembled ten tracks that are special to him. Some listeners might find them familiar as some are from his recent releases. However, for new listeners, it offers the perfect gateway into the musical world of […]