Saturday, 16 November 2013

Feature: Bambi (16/11/13)

Bambi

Bambi are a new London based indie band. Having been together for only 7 months, they've already supported Tom Odell, Professor Green and Mark Ronson on the main stage this year at Brownstock Festival. They've also played with Family Rain at Walt Disney's official premier party for The Lone Ranger and have self-released their first track All Along. They've got a constantly growing online fanbase, they've been growing and going forward at a rapid speed, and they don't plan to stop!




General Questions... 

1. How old were you when you started getting involved in music and how? 
We've always been really into music but we didn't really pick up any instruments until we were in our early teens...

2. What is the most inspiring gig/concert/festival you've been to? 
We haven't been to many gigs as a collective but for James it was seeing the Maccabees at Brixton Academy in 2009.

3. What have you been listening to lately? 
A lot of 90s is in the mix at the moment, bands like Slowdive, Radiohead and Weezer, they're the geezers. Been listening to Mac Demarco too, they're pretty.

3 Questions for Bambi... 

1. How was the band formed, were you friends before? 
We all knew each other from our home town and eventually regrouped in London, it still puzzles us how we became a band.

2. What process did you go through writing 'Reap from the Dying Love'? 
We wrote it at home like most of our songs and used GarageBand on an iPhone to make a rough recording of it, technology ay? We took it to rehearsals, played around with it a bit then took it to the studio with our magical producer Chris... He's pretty dreamy.

3. People have compared you to 'The Temper Trap' and 'Echo and the Bunnymen', who influences you musically? 
There's too many artists to mention and our influences are always changing, hearing those comparisons is strange as we aren't really influenced by either of them. Each member has different musical backgrounds and that's what makes it all come together.

Random Qs from Readers... 

1. Where did the name Bambi come from? (from Lailana) 
We love venison.

2. Is your songwriting process collective or individual and how does it work? (from Tracy)
If all of us don't write a song together collectively it's almost like a roast without gravy... and we lurvvee gravy.

Any other things you'd like to share/say?! 
Our single 'Reap from the Dying Love' will be released on 17th November (tomorrow), you can find the stream of it on http://www.soundcloud.com/bambihq
iTunes link: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/reap-from-dying-love-single/id725207921

Other links below!

Reviews of 'Reap from the Dying Love' by Bambi

1. Sophie: 3/5 - nice intro and lyrics but not really my type of music.

2. Evan: 5/5 - nice vocals and instruments makes it a foot tapping song, had it on repeat, can't wait to hear more from these guys!

3. Lucy: 4/5 - 'Reap from the Dying Love' has heartfelt lyrics coupled with a sound that is both wonderful and chaotic all at once. It definitely pays homage to the past, but also displays a brilliant freshness that could lead Bambi to become just what the modern music scene needs.

 (video will appear here once released)

Bambi's Links: 

FB: https://www.facebook.com/bambihq
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/bambihq
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BambiHQ
Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/bambihq
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Chart: Story of My Life - One Direction

'Story of My Life' was released by the group on 28th October this year and peaked at number 4 in the UK Singles Chart. It's the second single from their third studio album 'Midnight Memories'.


Live Performance: I Should Have Followed You Home - Gary Barlow & Agnetha Faltskog

The duet came together to perform their co-written track at Children In Need Rocks 2013. It was the first live performance for Agnetha in 25 years and I think it was a pretty good one to come back on! Maybe we'll see a regroup for Abba in the next few years?


Cover: The Peaks - Lewis Watson & Kimberly Anne

'The Peaks' originally by alt rock/pop band Everything Everything from their second studio album Arc, which was released earlier in the year. Lewis Watson has joined forces with a few of his friends for his next EP and one of the tracks listed is this cover. If this cover is anything to go by the EP's looking like a good one with other songs from Hudson Taylor and Gabrielle Aplin. 


Classic: It's Oh So Quiet - Bjork

 'It's Oh So Quiet' was originally by American singer Betty Hutton, but being covered by Bjork and remains her biggest hit. It reached #4 in the UK and spent 15 weeks on the UK Singles Chart. In the UK the single has been certified as Gold, having sold over 400,000 copies. 

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Monday, 11 November 2013

Feature: Orla Gartland (11/11/13)

Orla Gartland

Orla Gartland describes herself as 'an 18 year old music makin' ginger nutcase'. She is unsigned and has recently left college to continue into a music career.
She has previously released a single called 'Devil On My Shoulder' and has recently toured with Lauren Aquilina and Frank Hamilton. But she is about to release her debut EP and has just announced a tour in February 2014. Orla's group of supporters is getting bigger and bigger and so is her music!



General Questions...

1. How old were you when you started getting involved in music and how?
I began learning violin when I was 5 or so, and guitar when I was 12. I always sang - mostly in the shower, never in front of anyone. Once I got a bit more handy at the guitar, the two were naturally combined!

2. What is the most inspiring gig/concert/festival you've been to? 
I went to see Bon Iver in the O2 Arena in Dublin last year - that was special. People always talk about hearing certain songs sung live and getting shivers; I never really understood that until that day!


3. What have you been listening to lately? 
HAIM, Lorde, the 1975, Regina Spektor! My friends Hudson Taylor have just released a killer EP, so that too.

3 Questions for Orla...

1. You have created such a huge fan base without releasing an EP yet, do you think YouTube/gigging has helped you most and why? 
Youtube has definitely helped most in the beginning. Off the back of a couple videos filmed in my bedroom in Dublin I began to be offered gigs; charity fundraisers, support slots, festival appearances - once I got that first taste of performing I was hooked! I'm still pretty active on the internet and upload videos regularly but this summer I think it's been gigs that have helped most - now that I'm finished school I can gig every night!


2. 'Roots' has a unique image, what songwriting process did you go through with it and how did you create the idea for the music video? 
Wahey, thanks so much! The song is about leaving home and moving out, something I'm experiencing right now. I wanted to portray that in the music video in some sort of strange way... so far the video I needed the device that would entice me away from 'home' and transport me elsewhere... and I chose a whale. We used live animation, so anything was possible! The lyrics of 'Roots' probably resonate with me more than any other song I've written, so it seemed to automatically become the EP title track.


3. You have uploaded lots of covers and originals on YouTube, but what are your top 3 videos (of yours) and why? 
The earliest would probably be the music video for the first song I ever released called 'Devil On My Shoulder'. Some friends and I went to a funfair in Bristol and between us we pieced together a little homemade music video, it was a right laugh. I recently did a cover of a song called 'The Wire' by a band called Haim and that's a fave too simply because I didn't expect to enjoy making the video so much! I've recently started playing a lot of electric guitar so I loved playing it for that cover. And last but not least, the Roots music video. It's my first proper music video, and it's absolutely the weirdest thing but I love it!


Random Q's from Readers...

1. What age did you know you wanted to be a singer? (from Lailana)
Oooh! Probably about 12 or so. Before that I was too scared to consider it as a real possibility.


2. Where are your roots? Where's home for you and who's it shared with? (from Francesca)
I grew up in Dublin, Ireland - although I've been making music in England for the last couple of months, Dublin's still technically my home! I love it. I live there with my parents, younger sister Niamh and younger brother Ciaran. The 'roots' I'm talking about in the song are actually different aspects of personality that I associate with home - your attitudes, your opinions, your values. In the song I'm toying with the idea of moving out and leaving home, but questioning whether I can bring these different aspects of my character with me along the way!

3. Where is your dream place to perform and why? (from Tracy)
I'd LOVE to play shows in America. In Ireland and England we're bombarded with American culture through TV programmes and various other media outlets, so it seems like a sort of dreamworld for me. I feel like I know and understand the USA but I've never been!

4. What track off your new EP are you looking forward to people hearing the most and why? (from Evan)
Bahhhh, such a good question. The second track 'Clueless' and I'm really excited to see what people think of that one; I think it's my favourite one to play live! It's proper bouncy!

Any other things you'd like to share/say?! 

My first EP 'Roots' is out now and is available over on iTunes worldwide now - eek!
iTunes link: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/roots-ep/id699781855

Also, I've just announced a brand new UK/Ireland tour for February 2013 - I'm coming to Bristol, Nottingham, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, London, Birmingham, Belfast, Dublin and Cork. Tickets are on sale now! I'll be playing some old songs, playing the new EP songs and meeting everyone after every show. EXCITED FOR LIFE.
Tour Tickets: http://www.orlagartland.me/tour/

Reviews of 'Roots' by Orla Gartland

1. Lailana: 6/5 - one of mah faves <3

2. Haytham: 5/5 - catchy tune and very interesting video :) loved guitar too.

3. Sophie: 4/5 - beautiful and well written lyrics.

4. Evie: 4/5 - really nice guitar and vocals.


Orla Gartland's Links: 


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Chart: The Monster ft. Rihanna - Eminem

Eminem returns with another song featuring Rihanna.'The Monster' is taken from Eminem's eight studio album 'The Marshall Mathers LP 2'. It's the fourth collaboration between the duo and it seems to be doing just as well as the others did in the chart. (Warning though, the song contains explicit lyrics...) 

Live Performance: Cinema ft. Gary Go - Benny Benassi

An 'old' song for those of you who put best before dates on music. However this is a live performance from a few years ago, which I re-discovered recently! It was released on 8 March 2011 and did well getting into the UK Singles Top 20 and peaked at 2 in the US Billboard Charts. Mainly known for Skrillex's remix of it but here's Benny Benassi and Gary Go performing it live for SBTV back in 2011. 


Cover: Somewhere Only We Know - Lily Allen

This song has been topic of conversation all over the country! As soon as the John Lewis christmas advert was aired for this year, people took to Twitter, Facebook and other forms of communication to say how great it was! 'Somewhere Only We Know' originally by English band Keane, released in 2004, has been covered beautifully by Lily Allen for the advert and has already made it to number two in the UK Singles Chart. 

YouTube: Focus - Ryan Keen

Ryan Keen is a guitarist and singer/songwriter, who has recently released his first album. I've had it on repeat recently and think he's a great artist that deserves more recognition. His music has faint echoes of Ed Sheeran, Ben Howard, April Keen and even Nickleback. Enjoy! 

Focus - Ryan Keen (link)

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Tuesday, 5 November 2013

Feature: George Barnett (05/11/13)


George Barnett

George is a 19 year old musician and singer-songwriter from Herefordshire, UK. He started making music when he was very young and hasn't stopped since! He's already self-released two EPs and one full-length album called 17 days. George has been voted UK National Drummer of the Year and has taken part in the BBC Live in Hyde Park Festival. He has just finished touring with Frank Hamilton and has an increasing group of supporters.





General Questions... 

1. How old were you when you started getting involved in music and how? 
I was around 3 years old. My mum ran a nursery school and there was always a lot of music there and I really liked it. One day a lady called Jenny came to play piano for us and it really stuck with me. That was the start. A little while after that we went to a wedding and I watched the band play and from then on all I wanted to do was drum.

2. What was the most inspiring gig/concert/festival you went to? 
I recently went to see Bruno Mars in Birmingham. It was one of the best gigs I've seen because of the showmanship and because his whole band were into it.

3. What have you been listening to lately? 
I've been listening to Lorde and London Grammar and I've been listening to Outkast a lot too - I love Andre 3000 - I like how free he is and how gritty and unfinished and unpolished it is.

3 Questions for George...

1. You play a wide range of instruments, but which is your favourite and why?
Drums - because that's what I'm best at and they're the start of everything.

2. What music video (of yours) have you enjoyed creating and shooting the most and why?
Bewitched was my favourite one because it was the most fun to shoot and edit. We had to plan a lot of it beforehand. Most of the planning was done before the editing stage and usually it's the other way around. Usually I shoot and then edit aroudn the track but this time I had to have all the edits in mind before we shot.

3. What was your inspiration for 'Animal Keeper' and what songwriting process did you go through? 
The songwriting process started with drums - with an electronic beat, then the riffs came on the synth. Then I had a loop that I wrote over. In terms of the inspiration - I was trying to think of an interesting way of saying something but still with a clear message. It couldn't be oversimplified as that would have sounded silly but it still had to be punchy and to the point.

Random Q from a Reader...

You have so much energy on stage - how do you chill out and calm down after a show? (from Francesca) 
It does take ages to calm down after a gig. I never calm down straight away. But a van drive does make you go to sleep! If we went straight to a hotel with comfortable beds straight after a gig we'd be awake all night but if we go in the van we all fall asleep which is odd because the van isn't comfortable to sleep in...


Reviews of 'Animal Keeper' by George Barnett

1. Francesca: 5/5 - love it, love it, love it!

2. Philippa: 5/5 - that's a pretty catchy tune!

3. Haytham: 5/5 - a great video and especially like the stripey jumper!

4. Lailana: 99.99/5 - this guy is CRAZY!

5. Tracy: 5/5 - having seen this guy live too his energy is amazing! keep being drawn to listening to!...



Animal Keeper EP Review:

The Animal Keeper EP has a unique mix of instruments, beats and tempos that all compliment George's vocals. His lyrics are honest and clever, making it impossible to stop yourself from singing along. It's a foot-tapping EP that makes you want to get up and do stuff. A nice twist on the EP is the 'Animal Keeper Remix (Is This How I Want To Live?) more of an instrumental version with minimal vocals built into the track. This EP is reminiscent of some of Depeche Mode's songs and a mix of Freddie Mercury and Justin Timberlake's vocals.'Animal Keeper EP' is a great showcase of George's skilled and mixed musicality. Definitely worth getting! I've had it on repeat since it was released!
George's Links:
Twitter: @geobarnett

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Chart: Move - Little Mix

'Move' was released on 3rd November 2013, and is already sitting in the Top 10 in teh UK Singles Chart. The first single from their upcoming second album 'Salute', 'Move' is slightly different to their previous music but it's still true to Little Mix and it's still worthy of #1 in the charts! 

Live Performance: Children of the Sun - Tinie Tempah

Tinie Tempah recently performed at Radio 1 Teen Awards, with lots of energy and proving that his time off working on new tracks was definitely a good thing! 'Children of the Sun' is the second single from his second studio album 'Demonstration' which was released 1st November 2013. 

Cover: We Can't Stop - Bastille

Bastille are very well known for making songs their own and their mash ups, this is a perfect showcase of this! Covering Miley Cyrus' controversial 'We Can't Stop' whilst adding many other sections of songs in... Starting the song with a familiar sound of 'Lose Yourself', a riff at 1.19 from Lion King and 'Achey Breaky Heart, maybe this cover is a song for Miley, with many meanings, it's up to you to get your own interpretation! 

YouTube: This Kiss - Alex Day & Carrie Hope Fletcher

Both Alex Day and Carrie Hope Flecther are well known YouTubers. Alex Day for his geekyness and links to Doctor Who through his trock (Time Lord Rock) band Chameleon Circuit and Carrie Hope Fletcher for being sister to Tom Fletcher (McFly) and her links to the West End, specifically Les Mis at the moment. In this song they show they can both sing and I recommend checking out some of their other songs they've done because they're not just random songs with random music, there are very imaginative songs and Alex's especially have great music videos to go with them!

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Tuesday, 22 October 2013

A Quick Update...

So, this is an unscheduled post! However, I had scheduled it! I am off on a volunteer trip in Kenya for just under two weeks, and so won't be able to upload a feature next week… 
So, I'm giving you a taster of what's to come! Music In Time has features scheduled for the next 4 months… As well as a session from a singer ouve seen on here previously but very briefly…
A few names to look forward to in the next few weeks… George Barnett, Bambi and Orla Gartland, plus many many more.
At the moment I'm in the process of working with a friend on a new logo and banner, so that should be sorted in next few weeks. 
Unfortunately, I will not be able to upload the blogs whilst I'm away, and it's too complex to get someone else to do it for me, so I have prepared the feature for 5th Novemeber, the day I get back… it will be George Barnett and you'll be able to find out what he's listening to at the mo, his inspiration for his newest song and lots more! 

Have a good half term if you're at school/college etc. and if you're not I hope you have a good Halloween (whether you celebrate it or not) aaaand look forward to George's feature! 
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Tuesday, 15 October 2013

Feature: Jemma Johnson (15/10/13)

Jemma Johnson

Jemma is an unsigned artist from Leeds. She's been uploading videos on YouTube since the start of 2010 and is now in the process of sorting her new EP! Jemma has also had the opportunity to write music for a short film recently, which can be found on her FB page.





General Questions... 

1. How old were you when you first started getting involved in music and how? 
I was around 15 years old when I started getting into music seriously. I remember writing three songs in one night after listening to 'Love Story' by Taylor Swift and after that I began gigging and playing at local open mic nights. A couple of years after that, I started uploading covers to my YouTube channel and now I'm finally recording my first official EP!

2. What was the most inspiring gig/concert/festival you've been to? 
I went to Kina Grannis about a year ago and it was honestly better than any other show I've been to, including all the major atists I've seen. She's so inspiring to me because she's proven that you can be succesful without the help of a record label.
I remember one song in particular where she put her microphone to one side and played a song completely acoustic out into the audience. It was so intimate and reminded me what music's really about.

3. What have you been listening to lately? 
I've been listening to Lorde, HAIM and John Mayer. It's been a great summer for my music collection because all my favourite artists are releasing new music!

3 Questions for Jemma...

1. If you could see anyone, dead or alive, who would you choose and why?
I think it would have to be Kina Grannis. She's an amaznig musician but she also comes across as a lovely, caring person, so it would be lovely to meet her.

2. What cover did you most enjoy recording and uploading? 
This is a tricky one... I think it's got to be 'Youth' by Daughter. I made my own percussion instruments for this one, which included using my owl ornament as one of the rhythm parts, it was really fun!

3. What songwriting process did you go through with 'Say No'? 
Normally, I write songs quite quickly but this one took me some time and I'm just about happy with it! The song is about accepting that there's still things I can't do. I realised that I've managed to accomplish a lot of my fears but it's the easier things I find the hardest to do, like saying no to work, friends, family etc.

Random Q from a Reader... 

What TV show do you wish was still shown? (from Jay)
I can't say I'm the biggest TV fan and all the shows I used to watch are all pretty much still on. Although, I watched Breaking Bad all the way through and I don't know what to do with myself now!

Any other things you'd like to share/say?
I'm working on my EP at the moment but for now, if you want to listen to 'Say No' you can download it for free! (in links section below)
If you want to hear more of my music or covers on YouTube then follow the links below!
Jemma :)

Reviews of 'Say No' by Jemma Johnson:

1. Tracy: 4/5 - I like the emotion and rawness.

2. Lailana: 3.5/5 - she's so chill yet she shows so much emotion! Lave it!

3. Francesca: 2.5/5 - nice voice, but I guess I prefer male vocals and guitar bit basic for me.



Jemma's Links: 
FB: https://www.facebook.com/JAJMusic‎
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JemmaJMusic
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/JemmaAJohnson

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Chart: Summer - Frank Hamilton 

This hasn't been in the top 40 singles chart, but the Summer EP made it to #2 in the singer/songwriter album chart and also peaked at #27 in the main album chart. Frank Hamilton is known for his silly ideas, the track 'Summer' was came from one of these! It was Week 36 in his #OneSongAWeek project. 


Live Performance: Roots - Orla Gartland

'Roots' is the title track for her upcoming debut EP. She has released the music video for it, which has already reached over 25,000 views. Her debut EP is set to be released on 11th November, and she has just released dates for her headline tour in February next year. 


Cover: Summertime Sadness - Josh Record

'Summertime Sadness' originally by Lana Del Rey, released June 2012. It reached #4 in the UK Singles Chart. Josh Record's cover includes lots of harmonising vocals, making it a relaxing song to chill to with a hot chocolate on a cold day.  


Classic: Livin' On A Prayer - Bon Jovi

The number one sing-a-long song! 'Livin' On A Prayer' became Bon Jovi's signature song and made it to #1 in the UK Rock Chart and #4 in the UK Singles Chart. 'Livin' On A Prayer' was also voted #1 on the C4 music channel show 'U Choose 40' on the 80s Icons list. 


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Tuesday, 1 October 2013

Feature: Harry Seaton (01/10/13)

Intro: I'm Harry Seaton, a 16 year old singer/songwriter who's been kicking around for 6 years now. I started guitar when I was 7 and singing aged 10, a few months after starting to sing I started performing. It's all I've ever known really. I live for music (and a few other things). Three main aspects/things that stand out to me about my musical journey. The first is definitely being noticed by inspirational figures such as Lauren Aquilina, Ben Leftwich and JME to name a few. Another is being played on BBC Introducing after 2 years of trying! And last but by no means least, supporting Lauren Aquilina who I mentioned earlier. Ahh, is it too late to add in that my first single 'Wildfire' hit 12th in the singer/songwriter chart on iTunes?!
 
General Questions... 

1. How old were you when you started getting involved in music and how? 
I've always been invovled with music because of my musical Dad but I decided I wanted to pick up drums at first, thankfully that didn't work out and I started guitar instead which I much prefer but my first shows were open mic nights and supporting local bands with my Dad backing me. 

2. What was the first gig/concert/festival you went to?
I went to go and see Embrace in Thetford Forest not far from where I live, memorable night despite how long ago it was. 

3. What have you been listening to lately? 
Lately, Bon Iver, Still Parad, High Highs and On an On but balanced with Lewis Watson, Lauren Aquilina and Gabrielle Aplin.

3 Questions for Harry...

1. What artists/groups inspired you to get into music and why?
My Dad got me into music and is still my biggest musical inspiration, and after that it was just a case of discovering even more inspirational musicians and characters. My initial inspiration came from Johnny Cash, Jack Johnson and James Blunt. 

2. What process did you go through writing 'Summer Nights' and how did you build the idea for the music video? 
I'd heard people talk about finidng inspirational places to write certain types of music and wanted to try it as I wanted to write a summer song, so I took my guitar and pen and notepad to a lake and sat on the beach and wrote the song. I had an idea of throwing a beach party and planning out little things for the video then I thought, hang on, this song is about living your summer, making the most of it, I just anna film my summer with a few of my mates and put it together and call it a video, so that's exactly what I did! 

3. Who would be your ideal person to tour with and why? 
 There's many people I'd like to tour with but I think Lewis Watson woud be an amazing guy to tour with, we seem like pretty similar people. Lauren Aquilina also as now she's a good friend I think it'd just be a week full of laughter! 

Random Q from a Reader...

A TV Show you wish was still on air? (from Joe)
Probably the most popular answer to this question ever, Friends, love that show. 

Anything other things you'd like to share/say?! 
Thanks for reading my ramblings guys, if you want to get my debut E.P. 'Shadows' it'll be released on iTunes, December 7th, hard copies will be available a little bit later! Whether you've heard the old stuff and liked it or even disliked it I urge you to give my new E.P. a go, it's certainly different! 
Thanks, Harry xx

Reviews of 'Summer Nights' by Harry Seaton:

 1. Haytham: 5/5 - Unique and could listen all day.

 2. Lailana: 5.932/5 - Gahh it's on replay, his voice is silk. Aaaaand the vid was cute! It felt homemade but professional, ya know? L O V E D IT. 

 3. Tracy: 5/5 - fun video, upbeat, catchy tuuuune.
 
Harry Seaton's links: 
FB: https://www.facebook.com/harryseatonofficial
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/harryseatonmusic
Twitter: @harryseaton

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 Chart: The Wire - Haim

 'The Wire' is a song by American group, Haim. The song was released in the UK on 22nd September 2013 and is currently #17 in the UK Singles Chart. It's the fourth single from their debut album 'Days Are Gone'. 


Live Performance: Don't Say A Word - Ellie Goulding

This performance from Ellie of 'Don't Say A Word' was her opening song at iTunes Festival on 22nd September 2013. Her set was pretty insane... Good use of drums, vocals and dancing, this song represents her set well! (if you watch video on this page, skip to 1:48 :))
 

Cover: Try - Laura Mvula

'Try' originally by Pink was covered by Laura in the Live Lounge recently with a twist on instruments and a unique sound, Laura pushes this cover to her own sound, and it works very well! (skip to 0:17:))


Classic: Total Eclipse of the Heart - Bonnie Tyler

 Released as a single in early 1983 in the UK and later that summer in the US, it was the first release from the album and became Tyler's biggest career hit, reaching #1 in several countries. In a 2013 survey, the song came first in a list of most popular songs to sing in the shower... that makes it a classic tune? - YES! 


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Tuesday, 17 September 2013

Rewind #1 (17/09/13)

This week, we take a look back over our previously featured artists and see what they're doing now...

So, our first feature was Angus Powell, he's been quiet recently, but that's because he's been working new stuff and planning his next steps into the industry... So, keep a look out, he might pop up sometime soon!

Next up, Jamie Willetts. He's uploaded 10 covers since we featured him, and they're all worth a listen. Two that stand out are his harmonial cover of 'Burn' originally by Ellie Goulding and his cover of the controversial 'Wrecking Ball' by Miley Cyrus. He's also lining up some originals to upload soon, so stayed tuned on his YouTube/Facebook :)



Third this week we have April Keen. She's been performing as much as she can recently, and has been uploading videos on YouTube too. One was a cover of the chart topper 'Roar' by Katy Perry and the other was a cover of the classic 'White Blank Page' by Mumford & Sons. She's also working on more originals, so again keep your ears tuned for those :) 


 The next feature was Daniel Robinson, and he's done quite a bit since we featured him! His single 'Pillows' has made it onto iTunes, alongside a new EP. He's also uploaded some new covers and an original onto YouTube, whilst building his fan base even more and releasing promo wristbands (that come with a free flyer). 


Our penultimate feature is Haytham Whitear. He's been back to sixth form, I'm sure he's hoping to post more YouTube videos soon, but for now go check out the session he did with us on YouTube! 


Last up, we have Maddy Storm. It was only two weeks since we uploaded her feature, so to be fair we haven't given her much chance to do much! So, go check out her most recent videos, a cover of 'Right Here' by Rudimental featuring Foxes, and an original called 'Looking For'. Enjoy! 

Right Here (cover) - Maddy Storm (link)

 

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Chart: Counting Stars - OneRepublic

It's be 4 years since any of OneRepublic's singles have been released for the charts and 'Counting Stars' peaked at #2 in the UK Singles Chart. It's only just started gaining success in the UK recently, considering it was released in June 2013. 


Live Performance: A Lonely Man - Daniel James

Last Thursday I went to see Lauren Aquilina live and Daniel supported her. After seeing him live I went home and searched him on YouTube and enjoyed listening to the other songs he's written and sung. Still, this song stood out the most, so after you've listened to this live performance of it, I suggest you also search it in YouTube and watch the video with recorded track. 


Cover: Stay - Thirty Seconds To Mars

Stay, originally by Rihanna was covered by Thirty Seconds To Mars recently (the day this blog was uploaded). The cover is powerful with 'simple' instrumentals and the powerful voice of Jared Leto pushing it to sound phenomenal. I think that's all I need to say about this one, enjoy! 



YouTube: Red Hands - Walk Off The Earth

Walk Off The Earth, a Canadian rock band, have become well known on YouTube for their low budget videos of originals and covers. After their cover of 'Somebody That I Used To Know' with all five members of the group playing a part on a guitar, went viral, they have since appeared on Ellen, The Listener and a 3D version of the 'Gang of Rhythm' video has been featured on the Nintendo 3DS game console. Red Hands is the second single from their album R.E.V.O. and the first original song from the album. 


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