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EP reviews: NIAMH CROWTHER, MIKE DEDIC

Posted on April 25, 2016 by jason

NIAMH CROWTHER www.niamhcrowther.com Niamh Crowther came to prominence aged 16, when she beat over 15,000 other young people to claim the prestigious Youth Music Awards in Ireland. She has received lots of airplay on Irish radio and has transferred this … Continue reading →

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Quick plays: CALLING ALL ASTRONAUTS, JOANA SERRAT, JAMES McARTNEY, DIRTY ACTION

Posted on April 19, 2016 by jason

CALLING ALL ASTRONAUTS Anti-Social Network This is Calling All Astronauts’ second album and they have been around since 2012, consisting of David B (vocals/programming), J Browning (guitars) and Paul McCrudden (bass). Musically they cover goth, rock, electro and certainly have … Continue reading →

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EP review: KODY – Letting Go

Posted on February 25, 2016 by jason

www.kodyofficial.com [Release date 05.03.16] Debut release from Kody who wrote and produced the four songs on here, as well as playing guitar. He is joined by Cosmas Mylon on bass and Francesco Azzariti on drums. Kody has poured a lot … Continue reading →

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Quick plays: BEN ABRAHAM, DEATH BY UNGA BUNGA, TALISCO

Posted on February 3, 2016 by jason

BEN ABRAHAM – Sirens Secretly Canadian [Release date 04.03.16] Despite the record label name, Ben Abraham hails from Australia where this, his debut album, was released last year. It is now getting a full UK release and I can see … Continue reading →

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Gig review: SARAH CLASS – St James’s Theatre, London, 3 November 2015

Posted on November 4, 2015 by jason

First time for me at the studio part of this rather swish theatre and the seating and intimacy of the venue reminded me of a jazz club. The event tonight was the album launch for ‘Unity’ by Sarah Class, which … Continue reading →

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Quick plays: FOREVER STILL, KARI RUESLATTEN, CELIA ROSE

Posted on October 21, 2015 by GRTR! HQ

FOREVER STILL Tied Down [Release date 15.01.16] Danish female fronted heavy rockers Forever Still’s debut release is typically ‘in your face’ mixing some bludgeoning riffs from the fret board of Mikkel Haastrup, with melodic lead vocals from Maja Schoenning. While … Continue reading →

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Album review: JOSH TAERK – Here’s To Change

Posted on May 14, 2015 by jason

Misty Creek Records [Release date 20.07.15] Josh Taerk is back with his second album, after good reviews for his 2013 debut album. This time he has upped the ante by recording in Nashville, joined by bassist Park Chisholm and drummer … Continue reading →

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Album review: REBECCA DOWNES – Back To The Start

Posted on February 25, 2015 by petefeenstra

Real2Reel Records [Release date 09.06.14] Rebecca Downes is a good singer who makes the most of some concise arrangements. Initially she sounds like a MOR singer trying her hand at the blues before finally settling for a broader based outlook … Continue reading →

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Interview: Rising Stars – TRISTAN MACKAY

Posted on February 17, 2015 by jason

Tristan Mackay releases his second album ‘Wire & Wood’, a follow-up to ‘Out Along The Wire’ and here we hear about the new album, his musical influences and more… Can you take us through your new album ‘Wire & Wood’? … Continue reading →

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Quick plays: GAMMA RAY, CHRIS GRAY, THE BLOW MONKEYS

Posted on February 9, 2015 by jason

GAMMA RAY – The Best (Of) earMusic [Released 02.02.15] Amazingly it has been thirty years since former Helloween guitarist Kai Hansen formed Gamma Ray. This comes as a standard 2CD package along with a 2CD limited edition and for the … Continue reading →

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News: Y&T, SUZANNE VEGA, EDEN’S CURSE – Thursday 29 January 2015

Posted on January 29, 2015 by jason

Eden’s Curse will release their first ever live album, ‘Live With The Curse’ on 13th March (EU) and 14th April (USA) via AFM Records. Y&T (pictured) have launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the making of a career-spanning documentary, with … Continue reading →

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Quick plays: ANDREW COMBS, MICHAEL ARMSTRONG

Posted on January 22, 2015 by jason

ANDREW COMBS – All These Dreams www.andrewcomsmusic.com [Released 26.01.15] This is the second album from Nashville based singer-songwriter Andrew Combs. As you would expect being based in Nashville there is a little country in the musical flavours on offer, along … Continue reading →

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Quick plays: FRASER ANDERSON, PAIN OF SALVATION

Posted on November 20, 2014 by jason

FRASER ANDERSON – Little Glass Box Membran [Release date 10.11.14] Scottish singer/songwriter Fraser Anderson has been releasing albums since 2004, having toured as part of Dougie MacLean’s backing band. On this album he is joined by guest musicians including Danny … Continue reading →

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Book review: STRANGE BOAT: MIKE SCOTT AND THE WATERBOYS by Ian Abrahams

Posted on October 28, 2014 by jason

Gonzo Multimedia www.gonzomultimedia.co.uk [Published 23.06.14] This is a comprehensive overview of the career of Mike Scott from his early days in bands like Another Pretty Face through to the Waterboys and his various solo work, although to be fair the … Continue reading →

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News: Chicago troubadour TOM FULLER plays exclusive GRTR! session

Posted on May 30, 2014 by GRTR! HQ

Get Ready to ROCK! Radio Sunday, 1 June 2014, 21:00 (repeated Tuesday 16:00, Thursday 21:00 GMT) Listen in using the icons at the top of this page or via the dedicated website As part of our ongoing ‘In Session for … Continue reading →

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Album review: JONES – To The Bones

Posted on April 28, 2014 by jason

www.miraclemile.co.uk/store.html [Released 16.06.14] Trevor Jones is back with his new solo album (he also produces music as part of Miracle Mile). He is joined on here by Marcus Cliffe (he plays the majority of the instruments on the album) who … Continue reading →

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Album review: PREACHERS SON – 10 Stories Tall

Posted on April 25, 2014 by petefeenstra

Release date [June 2014] Being the son of a folk musician and Catholic lay man preacher, former Kila bass player Brian Hogan’s rootsy band name has both a literal meaning and solid grounding. ‘10 Stories tall’ is his second solo … Continue reading →

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Album review: MATT ANDERSEN – Weightless

Posted on April 24, 2014 by petefeenstra

True North [Release date 14.04.14] Produced by former Blasters sax player and Los Lobos producer Steve Berlin, ‘Weightless’ puts the emphasis squarely on songs, catchy hooks and a subtle sonic landscape that nestles Matt Andersen’s emotive baritone vocal. Released by … Continue reading →

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Album review: ULTAN CONLON – Songs Of Love So Cruel

Posted on April 23, 2014 by petefeenstra

Darksideout [Release date 09.06.14] The fact that the ‘Songs Of Love So Cruel’ dominates the CD sleeve tells you all you need to know about Ultan Conlon’s mindset, on an album full of enduring relationship and love songs. He treads … Continue reading →

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Quick plays: BLAIR DUNLOP, LITTLE FEAT, PHIL VINCENT, NEIL INNES & FATSO

Posted on April 22, 2014 by jason

BLAIR DUNLOP – House Of Jacks www.blairdunlop.com [Released 26.05.14] Blair Dunlop has had a good start to his musical career winning the Horizon Award at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in 2013 and earning rave reviews for his debut … Continue reading →

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Gig review: ALEX HART – The Heights, St George’s Hotel, London, 2 April 2014

Posted on April 3, 2014 by petefeenstra

Alex Hart Showcase - BBC Club, London, 2 April 2014

Alex Hart is the kind of artist who might just make you re-appraise the view that A&R reps are an extinct breed in this post youtube age. She’s a breathe of fresh air who radiates presence with thoughtful songs, effortless … Continue reading →

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Album Review: ALISTER ATKIN AND THE GHOST LINE CARNIVAL – To Evangeline

Posted on March 2, 2014 by jason

[Release date 03.04.14] The second album from singer/songwriter Alister Atkin is inspired by the coast and maritime life of Nova Scotia. Overall, it’s a pleasant, almost beautiful offering, and plays to the strength of Atkin’s smooth, honeyed voice. Sometimes layered … Continue reading →

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Album review: PATSY MATHESON – Domino Girls

Posted on March 1, 2014 by jason

Tomorrow Music/Proper Music www.pastsymatheson.co.uk [Released 31.03.14] Two years on from the excellent ‘Stories Of Angels & Guitars’ Patsy Matheson is back with a new album and a departure in that she uses a lot more guest musicians, along with a … Continue reading →

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Single reviews: PRINCE & 3RDEYEGIRL, LISBEE STAINTON, PICTUREHOUSE, JOHN LENNON McCULLAGH

Posted on February 15, 2014 by jason

PRINCE & 3RDEYEGIRL – Pretzelbodylogic www.3rdeyegirl.com Prince has been playing a series of last minute gigs in London under the ‘Hit And Run’ moniker, ranging from intimate venues to the larger Shepherd’s Bush Empore. This is his new musical project, … Continue reading →

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Album review: PAUL GUZZONE – Chasing The Moon

Posted on November 19, 2013 by petefeenstra

Triple Z Music [Release date 2013] New York based Paul Guzzone describes himself as ‘an electronic troubadour’. He’s big on sonic textures, wry narratives, catchy hooks and songs that draw you in. ‘Chasing The Moon’ is an unlikely but successful … Continue reading →