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20th October

  • Pete Lawrie // New Video

    Pete Lawrie // New Video

    by Heather Berry

    Pete Lawrie has unveiled the new video for the title track from his new EP. The Welsh singer/songwriter is set to release In The End, a four track EP, on 8th November 2010, as a follow up to his debut EP All That We Keep. With his musical background, (his grandfather played on the original recording of 'Strawberry Fields Forever', don't you know!) and his releases to date, Lawrie is set for something big. Here is the new video to 'In The End'. Lawrie is playing two London s... (continued) [read more]

  • The View // New UK Tour

    The View // New UK Tour

    by Heather Berry

    Dundee band The View have returned with details of an intimate winter tour. The tour will take in 27 towns and cities across the country, showcasing tracks from their as-yet-untitled third album, set for release early next year. Tickets go on sale Friday 22nd October at 9am. But, if you can't wait, there is a pre-sale available now from http://www.theviewareonfire.com/tickets where you will have the opportunity to pick up a limited edition View t-shirt if you get pre-order tic... (continued) [read more]

  • Paul Smith // New Video

    Paul Smith // New Video

    by Heather Berry

    To follow the release of his debut solo album Margins, Maximo Park front-man Paul Smith releases 'Our Lady of Lourdes' on November 1st. The single will be the first taken from the new album and comes backed with a cover of Arthur Russell's 'A Little Lost'. Take a peek at the new video for the single below. If you like what you hear/see, you can catch Smith on his forthcoming tour, kicking off on 23rd November. Tour Dates 23/11 - Joiners - Southampton 24/11 - Jericho ... (continued) [read more]

23rd September

  • Paul Smith // Book of Photography and New Show

    Paul Smith // Book of Photography and New Show

    by Heather Berry

    Energetic Maximo Park front man Paul Smith has announced the release of a book of photography entitled Thinking in Pictures. The book contains seventy four hand picked images from a collection that Smith used to document his time touring with Maximo Park; 'It would be easy to allow the days to blur into a whole, but one way to combat this is to create your own map of a day using pictures.' This new collection is set for release on 11th October, the same day as he releases his debu... (continued) [read more]

22nd September

  • First Aid Kit // New video

    First Aid Kit // New video

    by Heather Berry

    Swedish folk band First Aid Kit have released their new video for the forthcoming single 'Ghost Town'. The new single is set for release on the 27th September, and will be the third taken from their debut LP The Big Black &The Blue, which is out now. Check out the new video for the single below. It was directed Mats Udd in the beautiful Stockholm summertime and the band describe how it "really captured the spirit of the song". See what you think! It is a perfect antidote to Br... (continued) [read more]

  • The Drums // Band Statement

    The Drums // Band Statement

    by Heather Berry

    US band The Drums have released a statement about their current band status: "There have been some questions as to recent events and we are sad to confirm that Adam Kessler has left The Drums. The Drums (Jonny, Jacob and Connor) will continue as a three member band, and though we are distressed by recent events we are excited for the future. Despite recent reports, we haven't replaced anyone. We have started work on the new album and are all thrilled to be embarking on ou... (continued) [read more]

16th September

  • The Go! Team // New Tour

    The Go! Team // New Tour

    by Heather Berry

    February 2011 will see the return of The Go! Team to the UK touring scene. The Brighton based sextet have announced a much awaited UK tour, their first in three whole years!, beginning February 3rd 2011 in Glasgow. Having only played a few gigs here and there since their last tour in 2007, the news of a full UK tour is definitely a treat to fans. In the meantime, the band are currently finishing their much anticipated third album, as a follow up to Proof of Youth and Thunder, Ligh... (continued) [read more]

14th September

  • In Between Days // New Artists Announced

    In Between Days // New Artists Announced

    by Heather Berry

    Popular festival All Tomorrow's Parties, held in Minehead in December, have announced details of another mini festival. In Between Days will be on Monday 6th December to Thursday9th December, directly between the ATP events, held on 3rd-5th December and 10-12th December, which means discounted accommodation if attending both events! This years In Between Days is curated by vinyl toy designers Amos, who have picked some amazing acts. Already announced are acts such as Caribou, F... (continued) [read more]

  • Johnny Flynn // New Single

    Johnny Flynn // New Single

    by Heather Berry

    The wonderful Johnny Flynn is back with the third single from the critically acclaimed second album Been Listening. 'The Water' is set for release Monday 1st November on Transgressive Records and, if that wasn't enough, the single also features vocals from Mercury prize nominee Laura Marling. The vocals are beautiful and the lyrics too. But, don't take my word for it. Head over to Johnny's Myspace and you can stream the new single. You can catch him supporting Mumford & Sons o... (continued) [read more]

13th September

  • Sotones Records // Showcase

    Sotones Records // Showcase

    by Heather Berry

    Southampton and Brighton based Sotones Records are celebrating 1,313 days of their record label with two special London shows. The next will be held on the 14th September at The Old Queen's Head in London, and will feature the folkier side of the label. The line up for the evening features Moulettes, Haunted Stereo, Peter Lyons, Jackie Paper, Lonely Joe Parker and Jeffisalive as well as the chance to see some live painting and video art and a tent stage featuring acts such as Edwa... (continued) [read more]

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