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One To Watch: Scarlet’s Wake (online)
This is my second One To Watch from Nottingham paper the Nottingham Post to go online. They’re called Scarlet’s Wake, read and enjoy
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Nottingham band Scarlet’s Wake have been mixing dirty riffs and growling bass for ten years. Drummer Tweak does the talking… How would you describe your music? We try to blend styles though…
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Izzy Bizu on The Graham Norton Show
Just been watching Izzy Bizu perform her latest single Talking To You on The Graham Norton Show on BBC1 which was actually quite good. Izzy has got smooth soft vocals which can reach the high note and was just amazing listening pleasure and her voice just glides through the music. Her single Talking To You has got a nice soft, gospel feel to it, the song’s great, and so’s she. Izzy Bizu came to attention via the BBC Introducing
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High Contrast On The Radio
Heard the new single from British producer High Contrast on Radio 1 last night, it’s featured in the new soundtrack to T2 Trainspotting2. It’s called Mouthwash, and I was completely hooked after 20 seconds, that’s how much I loved it. As far as soundtracks go it’s highly energised and is in the same vein as Underworld’s Born Slippy. If you ever get the chance to just listen to it, you won’t be disappointed. It’s even been noted as Hottest Record in The World on Radio 1
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Bastille On The Radio
Caught the new song by Bastille, Blame, on Radio 1 whilst on the road this afternoon which sounded really good. Sounds a bit different from some of their other songs and definitely one I would listen to again and again. Lead singer Dan Smith’s voice sounds great as always and just cuts straight through the sound.
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Gregory Porter on The Graham Norton Show
Currently watching American artist Gregory Porter sing his latest single Holding On, from his new album Take Me To The Alley, on The Graham Norton Show on BBC1 at the moment, and it’s actually quite good. A nice mixture of soul and jazz. It’s got a smoothing, soulful intro and Gregory’s just got the right voice for this type of song. He’s a bit similar to soul legend Stevie Wonder. As an artist he’s got that amazing soothing voice that just gets you. And yes he was wearing that ironic hat of his, how long’s he been wearing that for now?
Also they showed a small clip as a tribute to late Carrie Fisher from when she was last on.
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Katie Melua on The Graham Norton Show
Just watching Katie Melua perform her new single ‘The Little Swallow’ with The Gori Women’s Choir on BBC1 at the moment. Granted it starts off on a slow pace before Katie’s voice gradually seeps through, ironically it doesn’t so much as cut through and dominate the other voices but just goes alongside them. A very gospel performance and surprisingly short. The singe’s from her new album In Winter. Though she’s got a great voice can’t say I thought that much of it I’m afraid.
And everyone posed for a selfie, courtesy of Hollywood legend Will Smith at the end.
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Busted on The Graham Norton Show
Currently listening to Busted perform on the Graham Norton Show on BBC1 right now, and I admit they don’t sound all that bad. Their new single ‘On What You’re On’ sounds like a whole different new league as compared to what they’ve done in the past, a lot more grown up as compared to their very first. I admit it’s officially beginning to grow on me. If that’s what an 11 year absence does to your music it was obviously a good thing then.
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The Singles Review
KDA ft Tinashe
‘Just Say’
Sounds completely fresh and another one to listen to either in your room or on the road. Tinashe’s voice is soft and melodic and provides the hook all the way through. The lines ‘Just say that you need me’ and ‘Just say that you love me’ just goes round your head. Fresh and original, I can definitely see this doing well. KDA and Tinashe are amazing new artists waiting to be heard.
Twin Atlantic
‘Heart and Soul’
3 minutes 48 seconds and completely rocking. Fantastic track from the Scottish lads, courtesy of Sam McTrusty’s superb vocals and Barry McKenna’s backing. Excellent guitar riffs with some bagpipes in the background giving the track a good, steady build-up. Just another reminder of their musical genius, and why they’re one of Scotland’s best bands yet
Vic Mensa
‘Down on my luck’
Now this is one amazing track by new artist Vic Mensa. The track itself starts off a bit like background music before gradually building up and Vic’s voice just cuts straight through and suddenly you’ve got this beautiful dance track. Down on my luck sounds like something you’ve probably not heard of before and is a fresh new sound. Quite simply brilliant.
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Adele, BMTH & Kungs on Radio 1
Just been driving back from work today and these were 3 tracks that I heard and they sounded amazing
Adele: Water Under The Bridge
BMTH: Oh No
Kungs (ft Ephemerals): I Feel So Bad
Anything by Adele needs no introduction as anything by her speaks for itself, not a huge fan of BMTH (Bring Me The Horizon) but I admit the track sounded alright and I’ve never heard of Kungs till now but this track was a beauty. The 1st and 3rd I’d definitely recommend for a drive-time selection.
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