Adam’s Journal

C.O.T.C.S & Vodun, H.C.B.P @RescueRooms 16/4/17 Is Satan Real Tour

May 5, 2017 — Leave a comment
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This was the first time ever covering an Easter Sunday gig, and in all fairness, it was actually worth it as three incredible bands were on. This was the last gig of the Church Of The Cosmic Skull; Is Satan Real tour.
Haggard Cat Bothday Present, of just H.C.B.P for short is a two-man band consisting of only Matt Reynolds and Tom Marsh. Now together these two were amazing to watch and their performance was quite lively and played some fresh material and ended their set on their newly released single, The Patriot which actually sounds quite good. During their performance, the main room was getting filled with many rock fans alike, and HCBP are defiantly two guys whom you should keep both your eyes and ears pealed for. Vodun are just fantastic to watch and one of the best ways to describe them is rock combined with Afro, soul and Psych with the vocal talents equal to that of Aretha Franklin or Etta James. Seriously her voice can just cut through and entire crowd she’s that good. That is pretty much how to describe them and even their on-stage presence alone will leave you very intrigued to say the least. These guys even have their own individual stage names as part of their band image. Vodun are packed with energy and fresh tribal-rock sounding music and they ended their set on one of their newest songs Possession/Loa’s Kingdom, and what a belter of a tune. Their music is as packed with energy as their performances. Just incredible and by this point the room was packed with people.
Now in terms of stage presence you could easily be forgiven if your first thoughts were that they looked like a random bunch all dressed in white. But no, they’re another great band with some great songs and on-stage presence that will actually leave you wanting more. Even their introduction is attention grabbing stuff and like something out of a 70’s sci-fi film. These are definitely one of both the biggest and hottest bands to be checking out for this year. C.O.T.C.S are definitely one of the ones to be watching out for so keep your ears pricked.

 

Lucie Jones on The Graham Norton Show

April 28, 2017 — Leave a comment
Not long finished watching former X-Factor contestant Lucie Jones perform her new single Never Give Up On You. As anyone who the Eurovision Song Contest, or bothers to, will know is it’s back next month, 13th May to be precise, and good old Ms Jones is our entry for the UK. As far as songs go it isn’t actually that bad and Lucie’s actually got a really good voice. Full-bodied, soothing and not to mention a little bit haunting. Definitely sounds like the sort that you hear on Eurovision. Good luck to you Lucy, we’re all counting on you in Kiev

Harry Styles on The Graham Norton Show

April 21, 2017 — Leave a comment
Watching Harry Styles performing his new solo song Sign Of The Times on The Graham Norton Show on BBC1 right now, it’s got a good intro to it but unfortunately I can’t honestly say I’m a fan. I openly admit it sounds alright but it’s not exactly growing on me, it’s as if he’s trying to pass himself off as a British Bon Jovi but has managed to miss the mark. I openly admit I wasn’t a One Direction fan so it’s probably me being a little biased about it. Sorry Harry dude but I’m afraid I won’t be rushing to get/download it anytime soon.

One To Watch: Blue Vulture

April 21, 2017 — Leave a comment

And the print version as promised, courtesy of Nottingham Post. For the full interview go to the Published Pieces page

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Jennifer Hudson on The Graham Norton Show

April 14, 2017 — Leave a comment
Not long finished watching US singer, and The Voice UK coach/star, Jennifer Hudson perform her latest single Remember Me on The Graham Norton Show. It doesn’t sound all that bad, bit of a slow starter if I’m being honest, but non-the-less her voice sounds good. It does pick up some pace after about 20 seconds thereabouts. Can’t say I was impressed to be honest but credit where it’s due she has got a really good voice full of soul and she does hit the high-note. Nice touch with the violins in the background.

One To Watch: Blue Vulture (online)

April 9, 2017 — Leave a comment
One of my recent One To Watch features with Blue Vulture from Nottingham Post online, print version due soon. In the meantime enjoy this version
 
http://www.nottinghampost.com/nottingham-music-scene-one-to-watch-blue-vulture/story-30236342-detail/story.html
Blue Vulture formed in 2013 when founding member Bainy re-discovered his passion for the Nottingham music scene and teamed up with Kristian Webb, Dave Sansom, Robert Sutton and Phil Foster. Adam…

Take That on The Graham Norton Show

April 7, 2017 — Leave a comment
So, after a small-ish sort of absence he’s back and he’s got Take That on the show performing their new single Wonderland. I think this must be the first time they’ve performed since Jason Orange left leaving them as a threesome. In all fairness Wonderland’s actually quite a good song and it’s gripping from the word go. Gary Barlow’s voice practically knows no bound. The line ‘Music Makes Me Feel Good’ just goes round and round your head, it’s quite catchy. Nice song lads. And as always these guys know how to engage their audience.

B.J and The Chicago Kid on the radio

March 22, 2017 — Leave a comment
Listening to another as yet amazing R&B record on the radio, Radio 1 to be precise, and what a tune. It’s called Angels/Your Love and the guys’ voice on this song is both soothing and melodic and just seem to cut straight through and is on the Hottest Records on 1Xtra at the moment. If you ever get the chance check it out, it’s worth a listen. Once again America I thank you for some get music

 

THEY on the radio

March 22, 2017 — Leave a comment
Just caught a new track on the radio, literally a moment ago. It’s called Truth Be Told by American R&B duo Dante Jones and Drew Love, also know as They. All I can say it that it sounded amazing, and I’d definitely listen again. Once again America I salute you for giving us another great new band/duo of beautiful taste. The Truth Be Told is on their debut album Nu Religion: Hyena. Should be in the Top Ten at least.