Artist of the week

Our Artist Of The Week is: Motherland

This rock five-piece is based in the north east and combines a range of sounds and styles: “We are unapologetically loud and bring a breath of fresh air to the alternative rock/indie scene. We’re all seasoned musicians, sharpening our tools through years of hard work, commitment and touring.”

This has resulted in a highly polished and impactful sound, not only through the powerful roar of instruments, but also through their sullenly melancholic-yet-relatable lyrical themes. Motherland also has a nostalgic sound that is fresh but familiar, with a bit of Del Amitri, and maybe even some Billie Joe Armstrong and Green Day vibes.

Listen to their latest single ‘Ocean Drive’ here:

Elba’s ‘Diamond Like’ is a clever track. Its minimalistic production allows her vocals to really shine through and give us some big atmospheric vibes. Another layer is her vulnerability with words and ability to tell a story. She has succeeded in creating something new that we aren’t used to hearing. In a world of overproduced pop, this is a very welcome unique sound. Elba is the whole package and we can’t wait to hear more!

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Our brilliant Artist Of The Week is Jamie Button!

Since picking up an acoustic guitar at the age of 15, Jamie Button has been writing songs and performing constantly ever since. His early musical years saw him play in bands on the Glasgow music scene, honing his craft and gaining valuable experience playing iconic venues such as ABC1, King Tut’s and the Barrowlands.

‘Icons’ is the final single to be released from Button’s forthcoming debut album, ‘Lost in Local Life’. It marks the home stretch of publicity building up to the release of the album, which will be launched at a headline show at Glasgow’s King Tut’s on September 3rd 2022.

Listen to Jamie’s latest single ‘Icons’ here:

The lyrics to ‘Icons’ are about the importance of meaningful connection with people who matter to you, and a rejection of a society that reveres celebrities who are given god-like status. The track opens with a guitar riff that builds to a sing-a-long hook. Jamie’s songs are full and fun. Perfect for summer.

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Our Artist Of The Week is In Waves! In Waves have no interest in adhering to any boundaries. Inspired by a diverse set of influences spanning the past six decades, while taking a cue from alt-pop contemporaries such as Kasabian and The Neighbourhood, this UK band’s music is a sonic labyrinth. From energetic breakbeats to rumbling bass-lines to occasional indie swagger, there’s something new at every turn. Listen to their first single, ‘Head Above Water’, here ‘Head Above Water’ is the explosive first offering from these newcomers. Anthemic yet introspective lyrics place their agenda front and centre: whoever you are, whatever you’re going through – it’s okay. The upfront and translucent message encapsulate the struggles of a modern generation. The track mixes an infusion of rap, 808s and pop melodies, leaving no doubt that In Waves are here to break down barriers, labels, and lead the way for a new era of artists. Support this ground-breaking new band on socials: Facebook  Instagram  Youtube  Spotify 

Our artist of the week is the fantastic Alex Francis! Alex Francis has toured alongside the likes of Stereophonics, James Bay, Alanis Morrisette and Sting, and has performed an official duet with Melanie C. Steadily establishing himself as an emerging artist in the UK, Europe and beyond, Alex’s music breaks the boundaries between contemporary pop and classic soul. He has been championed by BBC Radio 2 and BBC Introducing, as well as being featured on national European FM radio. Listen to his latest single ‘If I Can’t Have You’,  here: ‘If I Can’t Have You’ feels like a classic, it’s a total explosion and we love it! It’s a musical mix with a husky Jack Savoretti-esque vocal gliding on through. Raised in the cosy-but-vibrant north Hertfordshire town of Hitchin, Alex spent many of his formative years digesting a rich cocktail of dynamic, soulful music in his family home, spanning everything from Martha Reeves to Bruce Springsteen. He carved out an identity as an aspiring musician before migrating to Brighton to do music studies at university, confirming his path as an artist. Show Alex some love and support him below! Instagram  Facebook Twitter  Youtube Spotify