Arlo Parks holds 2,000 people transfixed with her simplicity, sincerity, and soulfulness. Since the release of her debut album, Collapsed in Sunbeams, in January, Arlo Parks has shot off like a rocket. She was nominated for ‘Album of the Year’ and ‘Best British Female Solo Artist’ and took home the ‘Best New Artist’ at this year’s BRIT Awards, as well as the coveted Hyundai … [Read more...] about Arlo Parks Live at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire – Review
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Matthew Halsall: Live at The Barbican, London – Review
The gifted Mancunian trumpeter, polymath and bandleader plunders his gorgeous 2020 opus, Salute To The Sun, and revisits a smattering of old favourites in a sensational, stirring and sublime evening of cosmically infused jazz exploration. Whether as composer, producer, label founder, trumpeter or mentor, Matthew Halsall has become a venerable mainstay of the British jazz … [Read more...] about Matthew Halsall: Live at The Barbican, London – Review
New Music Fridays – 5th November 2021
Always remember the 5th of November... and not just for fireworks this year, but also our first New Music Friday post of the month! This week brings another batch of great artists on our radar for you to enjoy. As always, click the pics for a listen. Lea Willms - Blood Runs Red Displaying the pain of betrayal within a relationship, Blood Runs Red builds on a dark, … [Read more...] about New Music Fridays – 5th November 2021
New Music Fridays – 29th October 2021
With Halloween creeping ever nearer, we were tempted to go for tracks on the more ghoulish side this week, but there were just so many great alternatives out there we went with what we enjoyed the most. Below are our picks, showing off some great songwriting, structure, and warmth within soul, indie, pop, and country. As always, click the pics for a listen. Areej - … [Read more...] about New Music Fridays – 29th October 2021
New Music Fridays – 22nd October 2021
We've got some lovely flows to bend your ears around this week. From dreamy alt-pop to indie-tinged loveliness, each track offers something that's unique and warm - a great way to start the weekend! As always, click the pics for a listen. Sage Bava - Stronger Sage Bava produces a dark-folk R&B-tinged beauty in the shape of her new single, Stronger. With beautiful … [Read more...] about New Music Fridays – 22nd October 2021
Coldplay Live at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire – Review
Everything you would expect from the musical behemoths, as well as incredible guest appearances. (Shepherd's Bush Empire - 12th October 2021) Despite whatever feelings you may have about Coldplay, there is no denying their stratospheric success and ability to put on some incredible performances. Announced less than two weeks before they were set to take to the stage to … [Read more...] about Coldplay Live at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire – Review