Tommy Sissons EP Review - Etchings

Award-winning spoken word poet Tommy Sissons has teamed up with a handful of Brighton's busiest performers to create his latest EP, Etchings, which was released at the end of September 2014 on QM Records. Featuring with striking black and white artwork created by local photographer Lauren Joy Kennett, the cover captures the essence of Tommy and his music simply but articulately, demonstrating visually what his lyrics display aurally; working class culture in the south.

With smooth guitars from the guys of Normanton Street, drums from former-Maccabees drummer and St. Longplayer producer Robert Dylan Thomas, bass from Time For T's Joshua Robert Nicholson Taylor and soaring saxophone melodies from the talented Nick Webb, Tommy has just the right backdrop to showcase his lyrical and vocal abilities with this smooth and well produced EP which has a real Brighton feeling to it, from the seaside soundscapes of seagulls in 'Early Wakers' to the lyrical content throughout. 

Here is my track by track breakdown of Etchings. I hope you enjoy the EP. It available to download for just £2 on bandcamp here. You can stream the tracks to listen to in the player below.

1. Early Wakers

Starting with sounds of waves crashing down and distant seagulls, the driving bass opens the track like an alarm clock, before the vocals wake up and come in. The sheer quality of the lyrics is displayed within the first few of lines of the opening track, spoken at an unhurried pace over a continental sounding lazy-morning saxophone and gentle guitars and bass:

"Rise here with the early wakers
The break of sun-pacers
The fry-up creators
And the desperate for caffeine hot coffee makers
Rise with the homeless
Leave home for your purpose"

2. Fish and Chip Paper Headlines

Definitely displaying the influence of Normanton Street in this track, the slow funk-soul groove of drums, bass and guitar provides the backdrop to this track which looks at the expression "Today's news is tomorrow's chip shop paper" in a new context to ask if people think that this is justification for wrongdoings, evil deeds and anything they please, and the cost of this philosophy on society.

3. My Son

My son is a heart-warming track of a dad (or possibly an unrelated older male figure) giving advice to his boy, using his life experience to tell him how things can be, but telling him to pay heed to his words and not his actions: 

"But pay no attention to me my son
I'm set in my ways
My partisan alignment is to apathy
Make no mention of me my son
Do not waste your days"

4. We Are Young

An upbeat track which juxtaposes funk sounds with unapologetically heavyweight youth cultural observations and criticisms. If you are young, you will totally get this and wonder how things went from Pokemon cards and The Simpsons to questionable habits with questionable company in questionable locations. It's because you are young.

5. Possibilities

With more of a hip-hop vibe, this track ditches the common lyrical themes of the genre in lieu of a warming list of things that Tommy would like to do if he had the time, from the simple "cherish awkward conversations with my barber" to the more adventurous "makeshift a boat from twigs and rope and sail the seven seas". Possibilities is a masterclass of imagination, comprehensively sincere and utterly moving.
Check out the live video of the track for Clockwork Owl below.

6. If You're Gonna

This track is another well thought-out lyrical work, seeking not to justify character flaws and unattractive personality traits, but advising you of the blind spots that they may leave you with, suggesting ways to make them more bearable to yourself, and those around you. 
"If you speak make sure it's worth listening to."

7. Etchings 

A track about making important life decisions, going against the grain, leaving an imprint on society for future generations through etchings, finding your place in society and finding yourself. So pretty much a track about everything that matters, told in a free-flowing storytelling narrative of Tommy Sissons, against the ambient sounds of his band, as the instrumental coda fades out the EP, until the next one begins.

https://www.facebook.com/TommySissonsOfficial
@TommySissons

Six Sexy Songs for Summer

As ever the local talent in and around Brighton is booming this summer, and shows no signs of relenting as the beach BBQ days are coming to a close. Here are six of my favourite recently released tracks from local artists. Check them out and if you like, check out their websites/social media and catch them live if you can. Keep music live and alive.

Chris Simmons - When The Walls Come Down

Chris is a Brighton singer-songwriter who is currently on the closing legs of his tour throughout the UK this August, which included a performance in his hometown at Komedia on 15th August, with support from Ellie Ford and Staniford. He performed a great stripped back solo version of this track at the gig. Here it in all its produced glory here with a great cello part! The track is out 15th September on itunes and is available to pre-order now here, with the b-side 'Accelerate' available for immediate download. Only £1.79 so if you like it, buy it!

@silentbroadcast

Sabrina Gunston - All The Nothing

At the start of what will hopefully be a long and fruitful musical career, Sabrina is an 18-year-old singer from Brighton with a voice that already stops people in their tracks. Quite new to the gigging scene, she has already played successful shows with Normanton Street in their QM Sessions and supported Jamie Mathias this summer.With a strong set of original tracks, you will want to keep a close eye for her upcoming gigs in Brighton over the next few months. Check out her soulful r'n'b original track, All The Nothing.

@sabrinalgunston

Half Crown - Electric

I first saw Half Crown at Brighton Dome, supporting Rizzle Kicks in March 2013. In the last year and a half, the band have gone from strength to strength, with the release of their debut album 'Everything Goes' this summer. Read my review of the album here. Opening with a Foster The People style riff, the song is as rocky as Palm of Your Hand is funky. The vocals are raspy and rough but in a good way, and the electric guitar solo and middle-8: "I'm just a couple of watts, short of what you need" are fantastic, with a real gutsy oomph behind it. A really catchy chorus too: "They say you're electric so I can't touch you babe"
 "Half Crown remind me of an early Kooks, but just a little bit cooler!"

@half_crown

Makeeng - Cool Down (ft. Heeni) 

Recently moving to near Brighton after years of making music in Bristol and London, Flip Giles (aka Heeni) is a singer who is starting to lay some roots in her new city. With a wide range of performance experience including singing for a number of bands for summer festivals across the UK and busking her way across Europe, Heeni must be doing something right! She has guested vocals on a number of tracks and is on the look out for producers and potential bandmates at the moment, so if you're digging her stuff, then get in touch. This track, Cool Down by Producer Makeeng, is a smooth blend of jazzy hip-hip and is the perfect track for a lazy afternoon.

@flipgiles1

Beautiful Boy - But You Do

A fantastic local band that I keep seeing all over the place. Having recently seen them support Slow Club at Sticky Mike's and just this week, the sold out Catfish & The Bottlemen gig at The Haunt, they seem to get better with each show, and the standard is set very high to start with. Following on from their debut single 'Home/Love Me More', the band are working on their new single as you read this! It's quite unbelievable that they only formed last year! The new EP is sure to be a smash, with their reputation for catchy upbeat songs, great live performances and sell-out shows already proceeding them! Have a listen to my favourite of their tracks to date.
  
@ItsBeautifulBoy

New Street Adventure - Nobody Wants You When You're Down And Out (Live)

New Street Adventure is a new wave soul group based in London. Lead singer and songwriter Nick Corbin, originally from Uckfield, takes a heavy influence from a comprehensive upbringing of soul music which he was rasied on (his dad Adrian runs a Northern Soul radio show on Uckfield FM). Playing regularly across London including a number shows at the famous 100 Club, hopefully NSA will come down to Brighton for a show soon. Signed to Acid Jazz, New Street Adventure will be releasing their forthcoming debut album in October. Check out the live version of their recent track below.

@NewStAdventure

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Who To See in Brighton in August 2014

There is always so much going on in Brighton that it can be difficult to choose what to go and see and easy to miss some of the great local and visiting talents in the city. With that in mind, here is a list of gigs that I will be going to this month and why I think you should come along too!

Weds 6th August

Harvest Sun Presents: House of Hats and Will and the People - Komedia - 8pm - £12 otd

Isn't it great when great bands become great friends? This gig is a great combination of two such bands. House of Hats are a folk outfit based in Brighton, recently returned from their first tour of the US. Their debut album 'This Love' is "diverse, unified by the superb production, a lovelorn and sombre tone and a kaleidoscope of the colours from the spectrum of folk." Read my full review of it here.

http://www.houseofhatsmusic.com/

@houseofhats

Will and the People are a mad-hatter pop-ska quartet whose animated performances and catchy tunes will please everyone from your younger siblings to your parents (my parents actually saw them playing at Paddle Round The Pier this year and told me how much they liked them, unaware that I had already seen them previously and interviewed them.) Check out my interview with them here.

http://www.willandthepeople.com/

@watpmusic

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Weds 13th August

Brighton Film Quartet - The Brunswick - 8pm - £5

Showcasing the music of pianist/composer Penny Loosemore with the help of her quartet, comprising of piano, clarinet, violin and cello. The quartet have a residency at The Grand Hotel and perform at a number of private hire functions such as weddings, corporate events and the like, so why not take this opportunity to have a nice relaxing evening listening to some beautiful music in the lovely setting of the candle-lit saloon at The Brunswick.

http://verycomposed.com/quartet

@filmquartet

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Friday 15th August

One Inch Badge Presents: Chris Simmons - Komedia Studio Bar- 7:30pm - £7 adv

Melodic finger-picked guitar and soothing vocals go hand in hand for local singer-songwriter Chris Simmons. Coming to the end of a very busy summer, Chris has performed at Glastonbury as well as a string of dates across Europe, which gained him a lot of media attention in the foreign presses. Don't miss out on a rare hometown show.

http://www.chrissimmonsmusic.com/

@silentbroadcast

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Mon 18th August

Cut The Funk - Komedia - 8:30pm - £8

Ironically named, Cut The Funk are doing everything but cutting the funk from their set as they play their own special brand of jazz funk. Having collectively performed with a host of giant names including Chaka Khan, Ben E. King and Imelda May and being touted by Jazz Fm as "A Breakthrough Act" on the Ronnie Scott's Jazz Show, you'll want to catch the on the Brighton leg of their current UK tour this month.

http://cutthefunk.com/

@CUTTHEFUNK

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Thursday 21st August

Catfish & The Bottlemen - The Haunt - 7:30pm - SOLD OUT

Unbeknown to me, Catfish & The Bottlemen formed just a stone's throw away from my University city of Bangor in Llandudno, North Wales' equivalent to Eastbourne, a lovely seaside town with a quaint promenade, beautiful architecture and busy tourist trade (and a pier - it's still there!). Their debut album 'The Balcony' is out September 15th and is available to pre-order right now through their website. The tour has been selling out across the country so these guys are definitely doing something right. With rock and indie flavours to their music, they are easy to listen to and even easier to like.
Support from one of my local favourites, Beautiful Boy, who featured in my Fresh Top Picks for April blog, here. Show up early as you don't want to miss these guys either! Sure to be a fantastic night!

http://catfishandthebottlemen.com/

@thebottlemen

http://beautifulboymusic.com/
@ItsBeautifulBoy

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Friday 22nd August

QM Records Presents: Normanton Street, St Longplayer, Tommy Sissons and Fifi Dewey - Green Door Store - 7:30pm - Free Entry

Busy bees Normanton Street are hosting this night of great local music, showcasing their diverse range of side projects from drummer Rob Dylan Thomas' new production project St Longplayer to the collaboration with local upcoming beat-poet Tommy Sissons, who's confident performances at The Mesmerist and Elgin Bar in London over the last few weeks have shown a promise of longevity to his work.

http://www.normantonstreet.com

@normantonstreet

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Fri 22nd - Sat 23rd August

IAN PRICE ALL DAY BENEFIT GIGS - The Verdict - 1pm - £20 minimum donation per day

A special two-day event at Verdict Jazz Club, raising money to help support local jazz musician Ian Price who is seriously ill. Each day starts at 1pm with 5 acts playing. Friday's line-up includes Bobby Wellins Quartet, Julian Nicholas Quartet, Frank Harrison Group, Remi Harris' Gypsy Jazz and Alan Barnes Quartet. Saturday's line-up includes Geoff Simkins Quartet, Terry Seabrook's Org, Mark Bassey Quintet, Sara Oschlag/Dan Sheppard and Art Themen Quartet. For barely more than the price of a glass of wine at Ronnie Scott's, come down and help support the local music scene as well as one of its patrons.

http://www.verdictjazz.co.uk

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Thurs 28th August

Wayward Daughter - The Hope - 8pm - £4 advance/ £5 on the door

With a name that sounds like how an overbearing father would describe his free-thinking female offspring, Wayward Daughter are an acoustic duo whose songs range from indie originals to pop covers. Formed in 2012, Lydia McAllister and Becky East gained their following through a wide range of cover songs which they uploaded to YouTube, which helped to gain them a support slot for McFly. Join them for an evening of unplugged acoustic fun. With support from Flight Brigade and Yossarian.

http://waywarddaughterband.com/

@WDaughterBand

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What's On in Brighton & Hove: Friday 1st August - Thursday 7th August

Brighton & Hove's Definitive What's On Guide

 

Friday 1st August

Jane Austen's 'Persuasion'
@OperaChicago
For one night only, Chamber Opera Chicago will be performing Barbara Landis' adaptation of the classic Jane Austen novel, fully staged with music of the era, Regency costumes and world-champion Irish dancers.
7:30pm, £12/10 
T.O.M - 11a Upper Market Street, BN3 1AS

Femrock
@FemRockBrighton
A showcase of Brighton's best female fronted performers raising money for the local charity Allsorts Youth Project. featuring Beatnik Horrors, BRAATS, Fish Hook and AMITY.
7pm, £4/3 before 8pm
Green Door Store - Unit 2,3&4 Trafalgar Arches,BN1 4FQ

Saturday 2nd August

Pride Festival
@PrideBrighton
Wave your rainbow flags high in the air as Brighton Pride takes over the city for the day, with the Parade starting on Madeira Drive at 11am and a full day's music festival starting 12pm at Preston Park.
All day
Throughout Brighton

Teen Creeps All-dayer
@Teen_Creeps
Give It A Rest-ival. A day of live music, bbq, drinks and djs to finish. Perfect for a lazy Saturday.
3pm, £5 
Green Door Store - Unit 2,3&4 Trafalgar Arches, BN1 4FQ

Fresh Like Dexie
@FreshLikeDexie
Lout's weekly Brighton Rocks presents a varied line up this week, headlined by neo-funk outfit Fresh Like Dexie, who were on top form at Love Supreme festival last month.
7pm, £4 
Sticky Mike’s Frog Bar - 9-12 Middle Street, BN1 1AL

Sunday 3rd August

Sussex Jazz Orchestra
@SussexJazzOrch
Sussex Jazz Orchestra (SJO) is a 20 piece big band based in Brighton formed in 1986. The band is a mix
of seasoned professionals and student performers play a wide repertoire of original compositions and contemporary jazz.
7:30pm, £4/2
Brunswick - 1 Holland Road, BN3 1JF

Krater Comedy Club
@KomediaBrighton
Why not round off your weekend with an evening of comedy from Brighton's finest comedy club, with special reduced prices for August and a fantastic line-up as always.
8pm, £9/£6 conc/£3 NUS &16-25s
Komedia - 44-47 Gardner Street, BN1 1UN

Monday 4th August

The Delta Bell
@theDeltaBell
The lone whiskey-soaked soul of Kate Gerrard’s voice carries timeless songs of love, loss and redemption over a landscape of guitars, piano, pedal steel, harmonium and strings. Songs sweep from tender, intimate arrangements to warm orchestration and gospel harmonies.
8pm, £3 online/£4 adv and £5 otd
Latest Music Bar - 14-17 Manchester St, BN2 1TF

 

 

Tuesday 5th August

Erland & The Carnival
@ErlandCarnival
Melting Vinyl Presents a night of interesting music that could only be made when a famous multi-instrumentalist (Simon Tong) who formerly played with The Verve and Gorillaz met folk singer-songwriter Gawain Erland Cooper and drummer/engineer David Nock. With support from Benedict Rubinstein.
7:30pm, £6 advance/ £8 on the door
Prince Albert - 48 Trafalgar Street, BN1 4ED


Mickey's Girl + Support

@overheadwires
Mickey's Girl take their self-driven inspiration from bands such as Faith No More, Therapy?, The Wildhearts, The Manic Street Preachers and a bunch of other gritty indie bands. The end result being an eclectic, diverse and exciting new sound.
7:30pm, £3 adv/£5 otd 
The Hope - 11 Queens Road, BN1 3WA

Wednesday 6th August

House of Hats & WATP
@houseofhats
A fantastic double-bill featuring the upbeat genre-chameleons Will and the People and local folk outfit House of Hats, just back from their first US tour with their smooth vocal harmonies and tender songs that are sure to capture your heart.
7:30pm, £10 online (Selling fast!)
Komedia - 44-47 Gardner Street, BN1 1UN

Thursday 7th August

Simon Evans: Leashed
@TheSimonEvans
Like most men of his age and delusion, Simon Evans dreams of striking out into The Wild and slipping the surly bonds of suburbia. He remembers, inaccurately, a youth spent drifting like a Home Counties Kerouac through the great European arterial transport thoroughfares, sharing his "Never-less-than-hilarious view of the world"(The Guardian).
8pm, £10 (profits to charity)
T.O.M - 11a Upper Market Street, BN3 1AS

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Brighton Band Feature in London Photography Exhibit  About Rudeboy Culture

Brighton has long been thought of as being a cultural city, nurturing a wide variety of styles and subcultures, but now the proof has been caught on camera for all to see as two local musicians represent the south coast in what GQ calls "London's most stylish new exhibition".

A portrait of Ned Archibong and Nicholson Davids from Brighton-based hip-hop/soul group Normanton Street features as part of a new exhibition by photographer and film maker Dean Chalkley and Creative Director Harris Elliot at Somerset House in London.

'Return Of the Rudeboy' showcases a sartorial subculture through a series of portraits, installations and set pieces. Comprised of over 60 sharply dressed individuals from across the UK, all of whom embody the essence of what it is to be a Rudeboy in the 21st century, the exhibition documents the life, style and attitude of this growing urban group. The exhibition runs until 25th August. Free admission.

http://www.returnoftherudeboy.com @RudeboysReturn
http://www.normantonstreet.com @NormantonStreet

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Reviews

Catherine Ireton's Edinburgh Fringe Preview

My review of her 'Leaving Home Party' show

Jacko Hooper 'For You' EP Review

A local singer-songwriter's stunning debut EP release.

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Love Supreme - Ten Artists Not To Miss At Love Supreme 2014

With the full line up and stage times finally released, here are some of my hand-picked favourites for Love Supreme 2014, held in Glynde just outside Lewes and Brighton.

Friday 4th July

Fresh Like Dexie - Arena - 5pm

Brighton-based neo-funk collective Fresh Like Dexie combine influences of jazz, hip-hop, funk and pop in their keyboard and vocal heavy mix of fresh soul.

The Studio 9 Orchestra - Arena - 6pm

Another local act, Studio 9 Orchestra are a 19-piece orchestra, specialising in 20th century jazz, funk and latin music. Formed in 2011 by Scott Sheridan and Phillipe Guyard, it contains some of the finest jazz musicians that the south coast has to offer.

Saturday 5th July

Snarky Puppy - Main Stage - 2:15pm

Having just missed these guys performing twice in quick succession, I will not be making the same mistake after countless recommendations from friends. This New York-based group are an instrumental fusion band, led by Michael League, a GRAMMY Award-winning composer, producer and bassist. Following a sell out show at Cheltenham Jazz Festival last month, Snarky Puppy are the perfect way to ease yourself into the weekend of jazz at Love Supreme; with music that is experimental, innovative and down-right funky.

Normanton Street - Cocoface Bandstand - 5pm

Local superstars Normanton Street are so busy making moves, writing new songs and playing shows across the country, that it will surely not be long before they reach the big stages. With a host of great supports recently including MC Lars and Avery Sunshine, as well as mini UK and Welsh Tours, several performance at the Alternative Great Escape Festival and a headline performance on the Free Stage at Cheltenham Jazz Festival this year, who knows where you will see them playing next. See my interview with Normanton Street back in February here.

Laura Mvula - Main Stage - 5:45pm

Intimate and delicate, Laura Mvula's songwriting has a simple beauty displayed in a clear glass case. A multi-award nominated and double MOBO and Urban Music Award winning performer, I have seen Laura perform twice and will definitely be there for number three. Read my review of her headline set at Cheltenham Jazz Festival here.

Jamie Cullum - Main Stage - 9:30pm

Always a promoter of new jazz with his Radio 2 show and getting stuck into the jazz scene with his involvement with Cheltenham Jazz Festival, Jamie Cullum's latest album Momentum is something a little different from his smash-hit Twentysomething and its follow-ups. His new material shows a wider range of styles and a lot more shades to his musical palette without losing any of his energy and excitement in his performances. Read my review Jamie Cullum's opening set at Cheltenham Jazz Festival here.

Sunday 6th July

Curtis Stigers - Big Top - 4pm

American jazz vocalist Curtis Stigers has been recording albums for over two decades, so he must be doing something right. Having seen him perform as part of 'Friday Night Is Music Night Live' at Cheltenham Jazz Festival last month alongside Lianne Caroll and Kurt Elling as guests vocalists, I am sure that he will not disappoint with his smooth voice and style to match. Read my review of Curtis Stiger's performance at Cheltenham Jazz Festival here.

Imelda May - Main Stage - 6:30pm

My uncle is pretty clued up on the jazz scene, having been a professional musician for over 50 years, so when he suggests someone to listen to, I take his word that they will be great. Imelda May has an intensely busy touring schedule including festivals in the UK and Europe as well as a European tour from October until mid-December, so I'd assume a few people also think she is something special! Imelda's authentic Rockabilly revival sound will get you dancing, (hopefully) in the sunshine. Her new album Tribal is out now.

Gregory Porter - Big Top - 7:30pm

One of the best vocal performers that I have ever had the privilege to not only see live but also chat with and enjoy the after-festival party with at Love Supreme. His vocal presence matches his tall stature and his songwriting is sincere, personal and poetic. Check him out!

De La Soul - Main Stage - 8:30pm

25 Years going strong, De La Soul have a busy summer lined up, full of touring dates as well as a host of big festival dates in the Europe and the US. Fresh from Glastonbury and Solidays Festival in Paris the week before, De La Soul are sure to be on top form for their headline closing set of Love Supreme 2014.

Tickets

Weekend tickets are £125 camping, £110 non-camping.
Day tickets are available for just £55 adults and £30 under 18s.
Tickets are available from http://www.lovesupremefestival.com/tickets-on-sale-now.

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June Jams - Six new tracks that you NEED to hear this weekend!

With the World Cup under way and already giving us some surprise results, the only thing that is for sure is that there is a lot of quality new music being made which needs more attention given to it.

Here is my pick of 6 fresh tracks from local and/or unsigned acts to ease you into the weekend:

St. LongPlayer - 'Spread Your Love (Salad Days)' Soundcloud

The new musical endeavour from the former Maccabees drummer Robert Dylan Thomas, teaming up with Ned Archibong and Nicholson Davids from Normanton Street for this new production project. With sharp vocals, tight production and a Sealife Centre backdrop, what more could you want? Debut EP 'OFTM' Out on 10th July.

Sammi Elston - 'I'll Be Your Darling' @sammielston

Liverpool-based singer-songwriter Sammi Elston combines her carefully-crafted songs with guitar, bass and drums in this catchy pop-rock number. This new recording of I'll Be Your Darling with full band was released on iTunes on 1st June 2014 and can be downloaded here.

Jetglo - 'Like A Scratch' @Jetglo_Official

Brighton indie rock band Jetglo are currently mixing their debut album for imminent release. Here is a recently uploaded track of one of the album tracks. With strong dancable rhythms and clear vocal hooks, particularly in the chorus, this is a feel-good hit in the making. 

Sarah Meek - 'Take Over' Soundcloud

Northern jazz singer based in Bangor, North Wales, Sarah Meek is one of the talents emerging from the local music scene. With the help of friends and local musicians, Sarah recently recorded her debut album, 'Beginnings' as a university project, which she was awarded a First for. Check out the first track to be uploaded, with hopefully more of the album to follow soon. Sarah is definitely one to watch in the very near future.  

Jack Rennie & The Nightmares - 'Trapped'  Facebook

What do you get if you cross Stafford brother-sister duo 'The Taskers' with a Jack-of-all-instruments? Jack Rennie & The Nightmares formed recently and quickly recorded a six track mini-album to celebrate. The album is free to download here. Check out 'Trapped' below  for some sleazy lo-fi vibes. They're coming for your heart!

Phoria - 'Undone' @phoria

With an overwhelming online fanbase, live shows including a string quartet and impressive visuals and UK tour and EP launch (16th June in London at St Pancras Old Church, 21st June in Brighton at the Haunt), Phoria are sure to not stay under the radar much longer. This track has accumulated over 125,000 plays in the first couple of weeks alone. Ambient, well produced and with ghostly vocals atop dark piano and drums, it is chilled out but in a slightly sinister way. Check it out and see what you think.

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