You must have heard about Laura Mvula, she’s everywhere just now. Even if you don’t recognise the name you’ll have properly heard either her new single, That’s Alright, or the last one, Green Garden. She’s a Birmingham born soul singer-songwriter. Her voice is amazing, reminds me of Erykah Badu and Billie Holiday, while at the same time being completely different to them. Her music is … Continue reading That’s Alright
Dan Croll is a British singer-songwriter, originally from Newcastle-upon-Lyme but attended the famous, Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts. While there he won the national Songwriter of the Year award and was one of 8 picked to have a 1-2-1 with Sir Paul McCartney himself. He creates folk melodies mixed with a bit of electronic and the result is beautifully chilled upbeat music. He describes them … Continue reading Compliment Your Soul
Here’s a quick little new music Monday since I’ve been crazy busy at work today. Been a pretty rubbish day in fact. I’m sure you’ve all heard of Vampire Weekend. I’ve never been a big fan, I don’t have any of their albums, although i do tend to like their singles. This is the first single from the forthcoming third album Modern Vampires of the … Continue reading Diane Young
This Irish born singer started out her career in Damien Rice’s band, not a bad place to start eh? In 2007 she started her solo career and has released 2 albums since, Sea Sew and Passenger. She is by no means new, only new to me. Not surprisingly, I discovered she’s had wide ranging critical ecclaim and award nominations. She’s appeared on Jools Holland and … Continue reading I Don’t Know
Birmingham seems to be the place to be for new music these days. There are great Indie bands popping up all over the place. I heard Swim Deep and few months ago and loved them instantly. There’s a few more B-Town bands appearing and my favourite just now is Jaws. These youngsters are four friends from college. Initially they got together after lead singer, Conner … Continue reading Friend Like You
These guys I found via Twitter, @SeattleYachtClb. Despite their name, they hail from Liverpool not Seattle. Seattle is apparently cooler and the guys like the escapism of the title. Their songs are catchy and the kinda thing you could easily hear on Radio 1. These pair are best friends, they have grown up together and already been in various bands. Their music now I would describe … Continue reading Fall Deep
So Queen Bey has released a new track to the world. To say its had mixed reviews is an understatement! The track is a mix of two songs, Bow Down and I’ve Been On. The first reportedly produced by Hit-Boy the second Timbaland. Those of you in the UK will recognise the second part of the track from the ad’s for Beyonce’s tour. So do … Continue reading Bow Down/ I’ve Been On
You have probably heard of these guys before as they have been played on few radio stations in the last few months. They are a four piece from Manchester, described as alternative their songs can vary quite a bit. There are some with a real rock beat and strong lyrics and others with a soft indie vibe you could float away to. I really love … Continue reading Chocolate
This band are a couple from Chicago. I found them on YouTube a few weeks ago. These guys are pretty cool, they left everything to go to Hawaii in 2010 and live off the land for three months. They had no plumbing or heating and even used rainwater for cooking and showering. This experience provided the inspiration for the band and their first album, All … Continue reading Beginnings
Been a particularly busy Monday, so late again with new music Monday, better late than never though. One good thing about packing and unpacking is plenty of time to listen to some new music. I like to think I have an eclectic taste on music. My parents have very different but equally excellent musical tastes and I think this is where it stems from. Today’s … Continue reading Bad Science
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