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Live Review: Solo + Flipside + Quicklime
The last time I reviewed QUICKLIME, from their demo tape, I complained about poor vocal qualities. Unfortunately, poor vocals were again in evidence tonight.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/699/ | 244 hits
The last time I reviewed QUICKLIME, from their demo tape, I complained about poor vocal qualities. Unfortunately, poor vocals were again in evidence tonight.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/699/ | 244 hits
Live Review: Mama Scuba + Being 747 + Solo + Diawara
The very last Blue Star Music gig happens with possibly one of the busiest crowds, best bands and best mix of indie rock from the straight up young upstarts (Solo and Diawara) to the wit, charm and brilliance of the experienced Mama Scuba and Being 747.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/790/ | 272 hits
The very last Blue Star Music gig happens with possibly one of the busiest crowds, best bands and best mix of indie rock from the straight up young upstarts (Solo and Diawara) to the wit, charm and brilliance of the experienced Mama Scuba and Being 747.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/790/ | 272 hits
Live Review: Chikinki + Cope + Solo
Being first on the bill is never an enviable task. This point is emphatically made by the demonstrative display from tonight's headliners Chikinki, replete with the most hyperactive and manic lead this side of Axl Rose and Wayne Coyne's illegitimate love child.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2427/ | 504 hits
Being first on the bill is never an enviable task. This point is emphatically made by the demonstrative display from tonight's headliners Chikinki, replete with the most hyperactive and manic lead this side of Axl Rose and Wayne Coyne's illegitimate love child.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2427/ | 504 hits
News Article: Christopher Stocks releases his first solo EP followed by a US and New Zealand tour
Christopher Stocks releases his first acoustic solo EP in May since the break from his band The Good Die Young.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12485/ | 80 hits
Christopher Stocks releases his first acoustic solo EP in May since the break from his band The Good Die Young.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12485/ | 80 hits
News Article: Andie Mills makes his fourth solo album available for free download
Andie Mills has this week announced the completion of his fourth solo album. The album, titled "East Pennine Rain / Tales from the Chestnut Tree Café", is a collection of six songs written over 2005 and takes a much more observational form than his previous CDs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6375/ | 123 hits
Andie Mills has this week announced the completion of his fourth solo album. The album, titled "East Pennine Rain / Tales from the Chestnut Tree Café", is a collection of six songs written over 2005 and takes a much more observational form than his previous CDs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6375/ | 123 hits
User Article: Julian Casablancas Solo L.P
Review of Phrazes of The Young, ahead of show at Leeds Metropolitan University, Thursday 10th December.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11413/ | 65 hits
Review of Phrazes of The Young, ahead of show at Leeds Metropolitan University, Thursday 10th December.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11413/ | 65 hits
News Article: Andie Mills to release his tenth solo album
Andie Mills, singer with BBC 6Music faves Monmon, will release a new album on his Joli Rouge record label.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9158/ | 129 hits
Andie Mills, singer with BBC 6Music faves Monmon, will release a new album on his Joli Rouge record label.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9158/ | 129 hits
Band Profile: Charlie Barnes
Solo mad-scientist of a live-looper with a melancholic sound and distinctive voice
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10563/ | 77 hits
Solo mad-scientist of a live-looper with a melancholic sound and distinctive voice
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10563/ | 77 hits
News Article: Leeds bands and solo musicians wanted for The Battle Of Plumpton
Plumpton Presents, in association with Beach Break Live, are organising a Battle of the Bands competition in Leeds and are looking for local bands and solo musicians to take part.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11622/ | 348 hits
Plumpton Presents, in association with Beach Break Live, are organising a Battle of the Bands competition in Leeds and are looking for local bands and solo musicians to take part.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11622/ | 348 hits
Band Profile: Simon Wiffen
Simon Wiffen is a solo acoustic singer/songwriter from Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7438/ | 199 hits
Simon Wiffen is a solo acoustic singer/songwriter from Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7438/ | 199 hits
Interview: Adem
Adem is currently touring his second solo album "Love and Other Planets" and we caught up with him at the West Yorkshire Playhouse where he was playing a headline slot as part of the Fuse Festival.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6796/ | 533 hits
Adem is currently touring his second solo album "Love and Other Planets" and we caught up with him at the West Yorkshire Playhouse where he was playing a headline slot as part of the Fuse Festival.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6796/ | 533 hits
Band Profile: Matt Burnside
Leeds Solo artist performing acoustic versions of the songs he writes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6313/ | 319 hits
Leeds Solo artist performing acoustic versions of the songs he writes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6313/ | 319 hits
Interview: Daniel Fell
As lead singer, main songwriter and all around head honcho of The Argonauts, Daniel Fell is now going solo. He's playing in Leeds at Carpe Diem on the 12th February, so Gavin Miller caught up with the man himself to have a little chat about all things musical...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3493/ | 784 hits
As lead singer, main songwriter and all around head honcho of The Argonauts, Daniel Fell is now going solo. He's playing in Leeds at Carpe Diem on the 12th February, so Gavin Miller caught up with the man himself to have a little chat about all things musical...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3493/ | 784 hits
CD Review: Justin Evans - My Revolution
As imaginative as the title is, this most solo of solo projects (being entirely composed and played by Mr Evans) is a rather drab collection of naively written and flatly performed demos.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2740/ | 499 hits
As imaginative as the title is, this most solo of solo projects (being entirely composed and played by Mr Evans) is a rather drab collection of naively written and flatly performed demos.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2740/ | 499 hits
CD Review: Jon Palmer - Walk Into Your Dreams
Normally the frontman and driving force behind The Big Fat Kill, Jon Palmer has now produced his first solo album in the form of 'Walk Into Your Dreams.' Whether fronting a band and singing about a northern town's pubs or the southern sands, or performing solo and diversifying into vampire lovers or the realisation of no happy ending, Jon Palmer enthuses with such passion and charisma throughout his performances, that it leaves the listener spell-bound and desperate for more.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11397/ | 125 hits
Normally the frontman and driving force behind The Big Fat Kill, Jon Palmer has now produced his first solo album in the form of 'Walk Into Your Dreams.' Whether fronting a band and singing about a northern town's pubs or the southern sands, or performing solo and diversifying into vampire lovers or the realisation of no happy ending, Jon Palmer enthuses with such passion and charisma throughout his performances, that it leaves the listener spell-bound and desperate for more.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11397/ | 125 hits
CD Review: Garron Frith - Untitled
Manchester dwelling solo artist Garron Frith's debut, inspired by the likes of Ryan Adams, the late Elliott Smith and a several other usually cited solo artists has had much praise heaped upon him for his first demo release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3702/ | 204 hits
Manchester dwelling solo artist Garron Frith's debut, inspired by the likes of Ryan Adams, the late Elliott Smith and a several other usually cited solo artists has had much praise heaped upon him for his first demo release.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3702/ | 204 hits
Live Review: Mizkarrage of Justice + Trash Heap Heroes
Trash Heap Heroes A 3-piece band that looked that part and sounded it as well, heavily influenced by punk bands such as Blink 182 and Green Day they produced some well organised riffs and some very professional solos from the young guitarist.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/704/ | 82 hits
Trash Heap Heroes A 3-piece band that looked that part and sounded it as well, heavily influenced by punk bands such as Blink 182 and Green Day they produced some well organised riffs and some very professional solos from the young guitarist.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/704/ | 82 hits
Band Profile: Vandemar
I am a solo artist based in the rolling hills of West Yorkshire. Currently I am holed up in the studio putting the finishing touches to my first solo release which will be coming out on BMR records soon(ish!) I play all the instruments that can be heard on my records and all sounds are made using just the instruments, amplifiers and effects pedals, I don't generate any of my sounds with a computer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9658/ | 48 hits
I am a solo artist based in the rolling hills of West Yorkshire. Currently I am holed up in the studio putting the finishing touches to my first solo release which will be coming out on BMR records soon(ish!) I play all the instruments that can be heard on my records and all sounds are made using just the instruments, amplifiers and effects pedals, I don't generate any of my sounds with a computer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9658/ | 48 hits
Band Profile: Ingi & Jamie
Two young acoustic musicians who play music with bags of fun!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10627/ | 86 hits
Two young acoustic musicians who play music with bags of fun!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10627/ | 86 hits
Band Profile: Jon Strong
Jon Strong as a solo performer has toured with Ry Cooder, Van Morrison, Robert Palmer, Talk Talk, Danny Thompson, Clannad, Has done numerous major festivals including Cambridge, Cropredy, San Bernardino Folk Festival.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1931/ | 1,558 hits
Jon Strong as a solo performer has toured with Ry Cooder, Van Morrison, Robert Palmer, Talk Talk, Danny Thompson, Clannad, Has done numerous major festivals including Cambridge, Cropredy, San Bernardino Folk Festival.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1931/ | 1,558 hits
Band Profile: Kid iD
Leeds based Ralph played some gigs as a solo artist for about a year before starting Leeds Uni and jamming with fellow musos josh and will.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4020/ | 863 hits
Leeds based Ralph played some gigs as a solo artist for about a year before starting Leeds Uni and jamming with fellow musos josh and will.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4020/ | 863 hits
Band Profile: Kath Edmonds
Kath Edmonds 25, is an exciting singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Leeds . All tracks and parts are written and recorded by Kath who performs as a solo artist whilst maintaining a clear vision and drive for the potential of her music solo or in a band format.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10310/ | 114 hits
Kath Edmonds 25, is an exciting singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Leeds . All tracks and parts are written and recorded by Kath who performs as a solo artist whilst maintaining a clear vision and drive for the potential of her music solo or in a band format.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10310/ | 114 hits
CD Review: Pete Briley - Roads To Rome
On the first listen, Pete Briley resembles this island's most hated solo artist - James Blunt. I didn't think this was a good sign, but I gave it a shot.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10277/ | 141 hits
On the first listen, Pete Briley resembles this island's most hated solo artist - James Blunt. I didn't think this was a good sign, but I gave it a shot.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10277/ | 141 hits
CD Review: Lewis Denby - Lookout Posts and Telescopes
Serial miserablist Lewis Denby follows up last year's solo debut with a stripped back acoustic collection of new material.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6990/ | 221 hits
Serial miserablist Lewis Denby follows up last year's solo debut with a stripped back acoustic collection of new material.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6990/ | 221 hits
CD Review: Charlotte Hatherley - Siberia
Having defected from the tedium of eternal teenagers Ash for a full time solo career and having been prompted to do so on the basis of "enthusiasm shown by Ash fans for her writing" it's questionable whether Miss Hatherley is deserving of a solo career all together.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8577/ | 158 hits
Having defected from the tedium of eternal teenagers Ash for a full time solo career and having been prompted to do so on the basis of "enthusiasm shown by Ash fans for her writing" it's questionable whether Miss Hatherley is deserving of a solo career all together.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8577/ | 158 hits
Band Profile: We're Not The Cool Kids
We're Not The Cool Kids is Mary Cook's solo project that goes from brutal beatdown hardcore to beautiful melodies.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7844/ | 110 hits
We're Not The Cool Kids is Mary Cook's solo project that goes from brutal beatdown hardcore to beautiful melodies.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7844/ | 110 hits
CD Review: Rory Holl - Untitled
Freed from the "funk" shackles of his band Eris, Rory Holl provides a mixed bag of pop rock on his first solo outing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7381/ | 139 hits
Freed from the "funk" shackles of his band Eris, Rory Holl provides a mixed bag of pop rock on his first solo outing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7381/ | 139 hits
CD Review: Spring - Four
The CD from Spring was quite a mixed bag because there were 10 tracks on here. The 1st track, "Not At The Same Time", was a blast from the past because at the start I half expected Mick Jagger to come out dancing!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/74/ | 105 hits
The CD from Spring was quite a mixed bag because there were 10 tracks on here. The 1st track, "Not At The Same Time", was a blast from the past because at the start I half expected Mick Jagger to come out dancing!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/74/ | 105 hits
Live Review: Hobo Jungle
Things get loud when Hobo Jungle take to the stage after what was billed as an acoustic night at Mixing Tin.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6570/ | 185 hits
Things get loud when Hobo Jungle take to the stage after what was billed as an acoustic night at Mixing Tin.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6570/ | 185 hits
CD Review: School Of Language - Sea From Shore
You'll first realise that this album has got under your skin when you're getting funny looks in the check-out queue in Morrison's, as you've been intoning Uh-Ah-Um-Ee-Ah vowel sounds to yourself like some weird Buddhist chant.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9147/ | 306 hits
You'll first realise that this album has got under your skin when you're getting funny looks in the check-out queue in Morrison's, as you've been intoning Uh-Ah-Um-Ee-Ah vowel sounds to yourself like some weird Buddhist chant.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9147/ | 306 hits
Band Profile: Ian Cockburn
Ian Cockburn is lead singer in the Seven Inches. Having accumulated a vast pile of unused songs in many styles, but lacking instrumental ability, he has embarked on an anti-solo project, where he works with various different other people under the umbrella name Ian Cockburn and The Whole World.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7154/ | 88 hits
Ian Cockburn is lead singer in the Seven Inches. Having accumulated a vast pile of unused songs in many styles, but lacking instrumental ability, he has embarked on an anti-solo project, where he works with various different other people under the umbrella name Ian Cockburn and The Whole World.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7154/ | 88 hits
Band Profile: Jon Gomm
Singer-songwriter and virtuoso guitarist, described by Acoustic Magazine as "One of the world's most successful, gifted and inspirational guitar players"
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2208/ | 1,872 hits
Singer-songwriter and virtuoso guitarist, described by Acoustic Magazine as "One of the world's most successful, gifted and inspirational guitar players"
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2208/ | 1,872 hits
Live Review: Juxtaposition + Owen McAulay
An inspiring solo piano performance kick starts the evening's proceedings, a 15-minute epic from, I believe, Will from Juxtaposition.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/805/ | 181 hits
An inspiring solo piano performance kick starts the evening's proceedings, a 15-minute epic from, I believe, Will from Juxtaposition.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/805/ | 181 hits
Band Profile: He Waits By The Tree
ambient electronica
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6801/ | 117 hits
ambient electronica
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6801/ | 117 hits
CD Review: Groove Armada - Song 4 Mutya
Mutya, or Mutley as I like to refer to her, was once a member of the Sugababes. Did you know that? Course you did!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8663/ | 386 hits
Mutya, or Mutley as I like to refer to her, was once a member of the Sugababes. Did you know that? Course you did!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8663/ | 386 hits
Band Profile: Neil McLarty
Singer songwriter, Neil McLarty, has known what he wanted to do with his life since he first picked up a guitar at the age of 12.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4019/ | 263 hits
Singer songwriter, Neil McLarty, has known what he wanted to do with his life since he first picked up a guitar at the age of 12.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4019/ | 263 hits
CD Review: Various Artists - Before The Ruin
If you have ever heard any of Roddy Woomble, Kris Drever, or John McCusker's solo work then this album should sound like a super-group of Scottish folk songwriters.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10689/ | 75 hits
If you have ever heard any of Roddy Woomble, Kris Drever, or John McCusker's solo work then this album should sound like a super-group of Scottish folk songwriters.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10689/ | 75 hits
Band Profile: Michelle Plum & Nick B Hall
Michelle Plum began her musical career in the highly successful duo 'The Accidental Tourists' with Charlie Daykin who toured the UK and Europe.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12162/ | 33 hits
Michelle Plum began her musical career in the highly successful duo 'The Accidental Tourists' with Charlie Daykin who toured the UK and Europe.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12162/ | 33 hits
CD Review: Jon Gomm - Hypertension
I remember the first time I saw Jon play live - it must be going on three years ago in the Packhorse I think, quite a gangly fellow I thought, bit of a Goth maybe, would he start singing about powder paint and lipstick and have a big moan?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2373/ | 634 hits
I remember the first time I saw Jon play live - it must be going on three years ago in the Packhorse I think, quite a gangly fellow I thought, bit of a Goth maybe, would he start singing about powder paint and lipstick and have a big moan?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2373/ | 634 hits
Band Profile: Mechanical Owl
Snowdonia E.P available now from www.myspace.com/mechanicalowl
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8293/ | 234 hits
Snowdonia E.P available now from www.myspace.com/mechanicalowl
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8293/ | 234 hits
Band Profile: Mischievous Night
Mischievous Night are an exciting new 3 piece from Leeds fronted by Kath Edmonds. The band follow the next step from Kath's solo career into band format, delivering a passionate and convincing rock/pop performance each track bursting with energetic honesty and diversity.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11222/ | 62 hits
Mischievous Night are an exciting new 3 piece from Leeds fronted by Kath Edmonds. The band follow the next step from Kath's solo career into band format, delivering a passionate and convincing rock/pop performance each track bursting with energetic honesty and diversity.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11222/ | 62 hits
CD Review: The Breech - In a Better Place
The Breech blend a likeable enough mixture of soft-lad introspective indie with some classic pop/rock melodies to produce a relatively straight sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/286/ | 183 hits
The Breech blend a likeable enough mixture of soft-lad introspective indie with some classic pop/rock melodies to produce a relatively straight sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/286/ | 183 hits
Band Profile: Andreya Triana
Former Leeds student, and Bootis former, now based in Brighton.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7130/ | 429 hits
Former Leeds student, and Bootis former, now based in Brighton.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7130/ | 429 hits
CD Review: Unyson - Science Fiction
It's not often that I listen to a review CD as many times as this. Unyson's six track "Science Fiction" has some right good songs, played and sung with style and conviction.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/313/ | 154 hits
It's not often that I listen to a review CD as many times as this. Unyson's six track "Science Fiction" has some right good songs, played and sung with style and conviction.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/313/ | 154 hits
News Article: Nikoli release new EP "Resigned"....
Leeds band Nikoli are about to release their new EP Resigned. This marks the first Nikoli recording as a "non-solo project".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1568/ | 75 hits
Leeds band Nikoli are about to release their new EP Resigned. This marks the first Nikoli recording as a "non-solo project".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1568/ | 75 hits
Live Review: Nic Armstrong + David Viner
Nic Armstrong walks on stage as a straight-faced telecaster-wielding singer songwriter who may be at best quite entertaining or thought provoking, but probably a bit dull and to think the worst, Badly Drawn Boy-ish.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2894/ | 190 hits
Nic Armstrong walks on stage as a straight-faced telecaster-wielding singer songwriter who may be at best quite entertaining or thought provoking, but probably a bit dull and to think the worst, Badly Drawn Boy-ish.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2894/ | 190 hits
Live Review: Hugh Cornwell
The Stranglers were probably the most out of place of the punk bands - tunes abounded, the drummer was as old as your dad and they had keyboards - weren't they banned?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3224/ | 606 hits
The Stranglers were probably the most out of place of the punk bands - tunes abounded, the drummer was as old as your dad and they had keyboards - weren't they banned?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3224/ | 606 hits
Band Profile: Antony Arcuri
The fact that all of the material is written by one person is astounding. Any further developments by Antony Arcuri should be followed in the future, as this demo proves - Carl Shooter - Shoot the Runner 2007.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3028/ | 413 hits
The fact that all of the material is written by one person is astounding. Any further developments by Antony Arcuri should be followed in the future, as this demo proves - Carl Shooter - Shoot the Runner 2007.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3028/ | 413 hits
CD Review: Tiny Blue Children - Untitled
Despite this being a real 'demo-sounding' demo, there's some really top songs bursting to escape from this particular CD-R.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/384/ | 75 hits
Despite this being a real 'demo-sounding' demo, there's some really top songs bursting to escape from this particular CD-R.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/384/ | 75 hits
Live Review: Scott Matthews
Scott Matthews' second visit to Leeds since his debut album 'Passing stranger' was put out, took place at the University's Mine venue.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8240/ | 164 hits
Scott Matthews' second visit to Leeds since his debut album 'Passing stranger' was put out, took place at the University's Mine venue.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8240/ | 164 hits
News Article: William Gray releases his debut album 'None Of The Above'
Since The Smokestacks split up vocalist William Gray has been concentrating on solo material. He has just released his debut 8-song "None of the above" album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10775/ | 91 hits
Since The Smokestacks split up vocalist William Gray has been concentrating on solo material. He has just released his debut 8-song "None of the above" album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10775/ | 91 hits
CD Review: Paul Weller - Illumination
Like many of today's music buying public I'm too young to remember The Jam as they were but like so many others I have a few of the albums in my collection and I can hum the classics.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/450/ | 188 hits
Like many of today's music buying public I'm too young to remember The Jam as they were but like so many others I have a few of the albums in my collection and I can hum the classics.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/450/ | 188 hits
CD Review: The Fret - Mr Beat
Sometimes I hate writing reviews. I got into it because I love writing and love music. But sometimes you have to review something that you really don't enjoy and it's horrible because it's no fun slagging off bands that put their heart and soul into their music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3775/ | 571 hits
Sometimes I hate writing reviews. I got into it because I love writing and love music. But sometimes you have to review something that you really don't enjoy and it's horrible because it's no fun slagging off bands that put their heart and soul into their music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3775/ | 571 hits
Band Profile: Danny Laycock
Accessible Prog/Psych/Jazz/Blues/Acoustic fun.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6950/ | 196 hits
Accessible Prog/Psych/Jazz/Blues/Acoustic fun.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6950/ | 196 hits
News Article: BYT bands are rocking the Crypt...
Sound checks and vocal warm ups came to the forefront this week as the first of the 15 bands taking part in Leeds Leisure Services 'Bright Young Things 2003', took to the stage for their debut in the Crypt of the Town Hall.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1458/ | 287 hits
Sound checks and vocal warm ups came to the forefront this week as the first of the 15 bands taking part in Leeds Leisure Services 'Bright Young Things 2003', took to the stage for their debut in the Crypt of the Town Hall.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1458/ | 287 hits
Band Profile: Charlie Bath
Charlie Bath is a 22 year old singer songwriter and producer originally from the south west, and is now studying in her 3rd and final year of a Bachelors degree in Music Production at Leeds College of Music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12247/ | 16 hits
Charlie Bath is a 22 year old singer songwriter and producer originally from the south west, and is now studying in her 3rd and final year of a Bachelors degree in Music Production at Leeds College of Music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12247/ | 16 hits
Live Review: Rob Nichols
After our pre-drink sesh-on, at what was quite possibly the cheesiest pub venue that Leeds city centre has to offer, we felt bitter, confused, traitors to our good selves and to what we knew to be the real reason the city of Leeds has built its reputation as the capital of live music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6163/ | 490 hits
After our pre-drink sesh-on, at what was quite possibly the cheesiest pub venue that Leeds city centre has to offer, we felt bitter, confused, traitors to our good selves and to what we knew to be the real reason the city of Leeds has built its reputation as the capital of live music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6163/ | 490 hits
Band Profile: Orelio Sparks
Orelio Sparks hail from Leeds. Formed in early 2008, Orelio Sparks are a breed of British rock and pop fused with reggae.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9348/ | 190 hits
Orelio Sparks hail from Leeds. Formed in early 2008, Orelio Sparks are a breed of British rock and pop fused with reggae.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9348/ | 190 hits
CD Review: Last Night's TV - Quiet Storm EP
The opening song "Quiet Storm" will be on Last Night's TV's forthcoming album "Too Much in Doubt". The three other tracks, "Some Place to Go", "Shoes, Model's Own", and "Gone" (this last played solo) can only be found here.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/34/ | 196 hits
The opening song "Quiet Storm" will be on Last Night's TV's forthcoming album "Too Much in Doubt". The three other tracks, "Some Place to Go", "Shoes, Model's Own", and "Gone" (this last played solo) can only be found here.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/34/ | 196 hits
Live Review: Rob Nichols + All Star 69ers
Your reviewer failed to make it in time for Matthew Hill or the Frankling Mint, but enthusiastic punters reassured him they'd been good.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1040/ | 402 hits
Your reviewer failed to make it in time for Matthew Hill or the Frankling Mint, but enthusiastic punters reassured him they'd been good.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1040/ | 402 hits
Band Profile: Shaheen
Mixing her talents as soulful singer/songwriter and conscious rapper/poet, Shaheen was first heard with Leeds based nu-jazz band Today's Mathematics.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11499/ | 37 hits
Mixing her talents as soulful singer/songwriter and conscious rapper/poet, Shaheen was first heard with Leeds based nu-jazz band Today's Mathematics.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11499/ | 37 hits
CD Review: Pint Shot Riot - Punches Kicks Trenches And Swords
Now I would have given the song title a little more punctuation, but that is how I received and therefore review this song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8993/ | 334 hits
Now I would have given the song title a little more punctuation, but that is how I received and therefore review this song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8993/ | 334 hits
CD Review: Beach - Burning Up
Beach is one man - should you be wondering - and his solo mission is to push his optimistic 80's pop/rock into view.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4143/ | 245 hits
Beach is one man - should you be wondering - and his solo mission is to push his optimistic 80's pop/rock into view.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4143/ | 245 hits
News Article: Win a copy of the Bright Young Things 2003 CD...
The Bright Young Things 2003 CD is now available, and here at leedsmusicscene we have 25 copies available to give away to members.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1461/ | 78 hits
The Bright Young Things 2003 CD is now available, and here at leedsmusicscene we have 25 copies available to give away to members.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1461/ | 78 hits
Live Review: Skin
Solo artists breaking free from a band and a fanbase they collected on their way to the top can be a lonely place.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6044/ | 419 hits
Solo artists breaking free from a band and a fanbase they collected on their way to the top can be a lonely place.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6044/ | 419 hits
CD Review: The Dead Pets - Untitled
More of a commercial sound than the last CD, which is noticeable from the outset. Whilst I have to admit I liked the kinda raw feel of "Too little Too Late" this could be a step into the right direction for the band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/296/ | 259 hits
More of a commercial sound than the last CD, which is noticeable from the outset. Whilst I have to admit I liked the kinda raw feel of "Too little Too Late" this could be a step into the right direction for the band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/296/ | 259 hits
User Article: it's 2009 and curari are back...
curari are original indie rock from yorkshire
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10649/ | 78 hits
curari are original indie rock from yorkshire
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10649/ | 78 hits
Band Profile: Christopher Stocks
Christopher Stocks has been the lead singer for the band The Good Die Young for the past 4 years. The band played festivals and supported many acts including The Charlatans, The Twang, Milburn, and toured with Proud Mary's Greg Griffin and Paul Newsome.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10024/ | 141 hits
Christopher Stocks has been the lead singer for the band The Good Die Young for the past 4 years. The band played festivals and supported many acts including The Charlatans, The Twang, Milburn, and toured with Proud Mary's Greg Griffin and Paul Newsome.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10024/ | 141 hits
CD Review: Greg Dulli - Amber Headlights
Amber Headlights is the first solo record from Greg Dulli, ex-singer/songwriter of the criminally underrated grunge/soul outfit The Afghan Whigs, and founder of the excellent (and still together) Twilight Singers.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6486/ | 187 hits
Amber Headlights is the first solo record from Greg Dulli, ex-singer/songwriter of the criminally underrated grunge/soul outfit The Afghan Whigs, and founder of the excellent (and still together) Twilight Singers.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6486/ | 187 hits
CD Review: Andie Mills - Doh, Ray, Me
On this seven track CD "doh, ray, me" Andie Mills makes a strong case as a distinctive solo performer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/127/ | 726 hits
On this seven track CD "doh, ray, me" Andie Mills makes a strong case as a distinctive solo performer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/127/ | 726 hits
CD Review: Fountains of Wayne - Stacey's Mom
Perhaps best known in the UK for 'Radiation Vibe' from their eponymous debut, Fountains of Wayne are ready to make a bigger impression with this first release from their third album 'Welcome Interstate Managers'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2504/ | 1,371 hits
Perhaps best known in the UK for 'Radiation Vibe' from their eponymous debut, Fountains of Wayne are ready to make a bigger impression with this first release from their third album 'Welcome Interstate Managers'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2504/ | 1,371 hits
Band Profile: Model Warships
The lo-fi, implosive solo songwriting project of Michael Waters (also of Syuzhet, ex-The Amber Sleep, Perfect Writing, and Little Bear).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10948/ | 70 hits
The lo-fi, implosive solo songwriting project of Michael Waters (also of Syuzhet, ex-The Amber Sleep, Perfect Writing, and Little Bear).
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10948/ | 70 hits
CD Review: The Black Velvets - Glamstar
The Black Velvets continue with their brand of old school rock with their third single 'Glamstar' and the band are doing well for themselves with a slot supporting Motley Crue on their upcoming UK tour having already supported The Who.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3898/ | 257 hits
The Black Velvets continue with their brand of old school rock with their third single 'Glamstar' and the band are doing well for themselves with a slot supporting Motley Crue on their upcoming UK tour having already supported The Who.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3898/ | 257 hits
Band Profile: Second Thought
experimental electronica
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3781/ | 352 hits
experimental electronica
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3781/ | 352 hits
News Article: Bright Young Things 2003 line-up announced...
Here are the names of the 15 musicians and bands chosen for Bright Young Things 2003: SAMSA - SLY MR FOX - THE BLACKOUT BAND - THE 42 TONES - THE MIDNIGHT SHOPPERS - BLAKE - LEMONT SYLVESTER - DR STRANGEMOOSE - RHODE ISLAND - AMELIA & ME - EXIT - THE COUDERHAE CONNECTION - SOLO - ALL IT'S WORTH - ICABOD.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1418/ | 68 hits
Here are the names of the 15 musicians and bands chosen for Bright Young Things 2003: SAMSA - SLY MR FOX - THE BLACKOUT BAND - THE 42 TONES - THE MIDNIGHT SHOPPERS - BLAKE - LEMONT SYLVESTER - DR STRANGEMOOSE - RHODE ISLAND - AMELIA & ME - EXIT - THE COUDERHAE CONNECTION - SOLO - ALL IT'S WORTH - ICABOD.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1418/ | 68 hits
Band Profile: Serious Sam Barrett
Serious Sam Barrett is a solo acoustic artist drawing on a vast range of traditional idioms to create his own unique sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6370/ | 166 hits
Serious Sam Barrett is a solo acoustic artist drawing on a vast range of traditional idioms to create his own unique sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6370/ | 166 hits
CD Review: Kelli Ali - Rocking Horse
Third solo album for Kelli Ali, who must get sooo tired of only being known as the former singer for Sneaker Pimps (you know, 'Six Underground', you've probably got it somewhere), it must be a mixed blessing that since being asked to leave over 10 years ago neither party has been best known for their chart bothering.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10170/ | 275 hits
Third solo album for Kelli Ali, who must get sooo tired of only being known as the former singer for Sneaker Pimps (you know, 'Six Underground', you've probably got it somewhere), it must be a mixed blessing that since being asked to leave over 10 years ago neither party has been best known for their chart bothering.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10170/ | 275 hits
News Article: Empress to release 7" single and album in the summer...
Hood collaborator Nicola Hodgkinson and her merry band (Empress) have two new records out this summer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1510/ | 97 hits
Hood collaborator Nicola Hodgkinson and her merry band (Empress) have two new records out this summer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1510/ | 97 hits
CD Review: Charlotte Hatherley - Grey Will Fade
You can almost see the cogs at work. "I'm virtually guaranteed rock star rights for the next 5-10 years thanks to Tim Wheeler's pop dynamic sensibilities, the definitive Best of will be released soon giving me a pretty tasty cash flow and I am adored by all frustrated, sweaty indie boys aged 14-30, who find me sexy in a dominating, older woman type way.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2993/ | 355 hits
You can almost see the cogs at work. "I'm virtually guaranteed rock star rights for the next 5-10 years thanks to Tim Wheeler's pop dynamic sensibilities, the definitive Best of will be released soon giving me a pretty tasty cash flow and I am adored by all frustrated, sweaty indie boys aged 14-30, who find me sexy in a dominating, older woman type way.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2993/ | 355 hits
CD Review: Michael Rossiter - La Charge
Solo or with the Folk Theatre Partisans, Michael Rossiter does good work round the Leeds acoustic scene and beyond.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8655/ | 162 hits
Solo or with the Folk Theatre Partisans, Michael Rossiter does good work round the Leeds acoustic scene and beyond.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8655/ | 162 hits
Live Review: Richard Ashcroft
After witnessing the dire becoming that is 'The Shining' a short while ago it was now time to see if any other remaining members of The Verve could still cut it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1060/ | 324 hits
After witnessing the dire becoming that is 'The Shining' a short while ago it was now time to see if any other remaining members of The Verve could still cut it.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1060/ | 324 hits
Band Profile: Andie Mills
alternative DiY folk musician
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1659/ | 647 hits
alternative DiY folk musician
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1659/ | 647 hits
Band Profile: Tom Fazzini
Born Brisbane 1960, Fazzini spent his formative years in Strathclyde Scotland (1966-1979) before moving to England.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12177/ | 19 hits
Born Brisbane 1960, Fazzini spent his formative years in Strathclyde Scotland (1966-1979) before moving to England.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12177/ | 19 hits
Live Review: Carole Eve Bell
Carole Eve Bell - Vocal Simon De Souza - Tenor Saxophone Naadia Sheriff - Piano Colin Sutton - Bass Timothy Brickel - Drums Back to my favourite, perhaps rather secret venue of late: The Grove Inn.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2579/ | 166 hits
Carole Eve Bell - Vocal Simon De Souza - Tenor Saxophone Naadia Sheriff - Piano Colin Sutton - Bass Timothy Brickel - Drums Back to my favourite, perhaps rather secret venue of late: The Grove Inn.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2579/ | 166 hits
CD Review: Ginger - Market Harbour
The name 'Market Harbour' for an album may just seem like a random name; not many albums out there with it, better than self-titled etc.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9230/ | 395 hits
The name 'Market Harbour' for an album may just seem like a random name; not many albums out there with it, better than self-titled etc.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9230/ | 395 hits
Band Profile: Tim Canfer
Tim Canfer grew up playing guitar; a longhaired indie-kid in the throws of the grunge era. At the age of 18 he blagged a job teaching music at an American summer camp and, while there, decided against a career in the glamorous world of electronic engineering for the drudgery of Rock 'n' Roll.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2990/ | 213 hits
Tim Canfer grew up playing guitar; a longhaired indie-kid in the throws of the grunge era. At the age of 18 he blagged a job teaching music at an American summer camp and, while there, decided against a career in the glamorous world of electronic engineering for the drudgery of Rock 'n' Roll.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2990/ | 213 hits
Band Profile: Josh Lees
Josh Lees is a singer songwriter born in Southend (Essex) and is now based Bradford. After playing in various bands before, Josh started writing solo material in March 2008 and self funded the recording of his debut album 'I'll be with you' which was recorded in June 2008 in Woking.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10187/ | 80 hits
Josh Lees is a singer songwriter born in Southend (Essex) and is now based Bradford. After playing in various bands before, Josh started writing solo material in March 2008 and self funded the recording of his debut album 'I'll be with you' which was recorded in June 2008 in Woking.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10187/ | 80 hits
News Article: Corinne Bailey Rae to re-release "Like A Star" on October 9th
Leeds solo artist Corinne Bailey Rae will re-release "Like A Star" (originally her debut single) on Monday, 9th October.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7321/ | 528 hits
Leeds solo artist Corinne Bailey Rae will re-release "Like A Star" (originally her debut single) on Monday, 9th October.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7321/ | 528 hits
News Article: BBC Radio Leeds looking for artists for Live Sessions...
BBC Radio Leeds has been running live acoustic sessions for several weeks, every Sunday morning from 10am til noon on the Diana Luke show.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4249/ | 588 hits
BBC Radio Leeds has been running live acoustic sessions for several weeks, every Sunday morning from 10am til noon on the Diana Luke show.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4249/ | 588 hits
Band Profile: Johnny Powell
Multi-layered alternative folk and electronica act with a meditative, mindful and lyrical emphasis.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11371/ | 57 hits
Multi-layered alternative folk and electronica act with a meditative, mindful and lyrical emphasis.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11371/ | 57 hits
CD Review: Ben Kweller - EP Phone Home
Ben Kweller used to be the frontman of mid-nineties US grunge-pop act Radish, a band he formed when he was just 12 years old.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/414/ | 191 hits
Ben Kweller used to be the frontman of mid-nineties US grunge-pop act Radish, a band he formed when he was just 12 years old.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/414/ | 191 hits
CD Review: Living Colour - The Chair In The Doorway
Is it better to be a jack of all trades, or a master of one? Throughout their 25 year history, Living Colour have tried their hands at Metal, Punk, Jazz and Hip-Hop, and with their latest effort, 'The Chair In The Doorway,' they still haven't settled for one genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11365/ | 197 hits
Is it better to be a jack of all trades, or a master of one? Throughout their 25 year history, Living Colour have tried their hands at Metal, Punk, Jazz and Hip-Hop, and with their latest effort, 'The Chair In The Doorway,' they still haven't settled for one genre.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11365/ | 197 hits
Band Profile: Gavin Mart
It seems a lifetime ago that Gavin Mart was facing an endless apprenticeship on the European rock scene as a drummer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11419/ | 40 hits
It seems a lifetime ago that Gavin Mart was facing an endless apprenticeship on the European rock scene as a drummer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11419/ | 40 hits
News Article: Jon Gomm to release album "Hypertension" in February...
Singer-songwriter and virtuoso guitarist Jon Gomm is releasing his debut CD on February 17th. It is a full-length album entitled Hypertension, and will initially only be available from his website.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2252/ | 145 hits
Singer-songwriter and virtuoso guitarist Jon Gomm is releasing his debut CD on February 17th. It is a full-length album entitled Hypertension, and will initially only be available from his website.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2252/ | 145 hits
News Article: Will Saunders heads out on European tour...
Will Saunders, writer and singer with the band Juxtaposition is playing a series of solo sets in Belgium, Holland and France this week.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1594/ | 97 hits
Will Saunders, writer and singer with the band Juxtaposition is playing a series of solo sets in Belgium, Holland and France this week.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1594/ | 97 hits
CD Review: Tina Dico - Give In
'Give in' is the third single to be taken from Tina Dico's album 'In the Red'. Pretty voice, inoffensive song, but very forgettable.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7567/ | 89 hits
'Give in' is the third single to be taken from Tina Dico's album 'In the Red'. Pretty voice, inoffensive song, but very forgettable.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7567/ | 89 hits
CD Review: Trost - Trust Me
Annika Line Trost might be best recognised for her exploits with electro pop outfit Cobra Killer, but the Berlin based artist's self-produced 2nd solo album Trust Me certainly deserves some acknowledgment.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10222/ | 96 hits
Annika Line Trost might be best recognised for her exploits with electro pop outfit Cobra Killer, but the Berlin based artist's self-produced 2nd solo album Trust Me certainly deserves some acknowledgment.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10222/ | 96 hits
Live Review: Hugh Cornwell
Not your normal run of the mill gig this. A half full venue, average age way above the norm and seats.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6603/ | 357 hits
Not your normal run of the mill gig this. A half full venue, average age way above the norm and seats.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6603/ | 357 hits
CD Review: The Gift - Untitled
The Gift are a three-piece consisting of Sean (bass/vocals), Nathan (guitar) and Jon (drums). This three track CD runs in at just under nine minutes and in attitude and style alone sounds more akin to 1970s punk - perhaps more so than anything that takes that name today.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/163/ | 59 hits
The Gift are a three-piece consisting of Sean (bass/vocals), Nathan (guitar) and Jon (drums). This three track CD runs in at just under nine minutes and in attitude and style alone sounds more akin to 1970s punk - perhaps more so than anything that takes that name today.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/163/ | 59 hits
CD Review: The Please - Never Complete
When a comparison copout is available it is bound to be used lazily to speed up the record-in-review-out process, so if we were to tell you that The Please have all that made being Strokes-like cool, you would rightly start to wonder whether we had found an easy option and baled.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/468/ | 84 hits
When a comparison copout is available it is bound to be used lazily to speed up the record-in-review-out process, so if we were to tell you that The Please have all that made being Strokes-like cool, you would rightly start to wonder whether we had found an easy option and baled.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/468/ | 84 hits
Live Review: Willy Mason + Elvis Perkins
Elvis Perkins and backing band Dearland are the perfect band to get people in the mood for some folk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8428/ | 528 hits
Elvis Perkins and backing band Dearland are the perfect band to get people in the mood for some folk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8428/ | 528 hits
CD Review: Last Riot - Shoot For The Sky EP
Purple fiery dice adorn the front of the Shoot For the Sky E.P, suggesting a devil-may-care rock'n'roll attitude but there's also a hint of glam sparkle about it which builds up the fear that Last Riot might be as camp as KISS.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6443/ | 186 hits
Purple fiery dice adorn the front of the Shoot For the Sky E.P, suggesting a devil-may-care rock'n'roll attitude but there's also a hint of glam sparkle about it which builds up the fear that Last Riot might be as camp as KISS.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6443/ | 186 hits
CD Review: Nick Hall - The Golden Time
I always deem it wise to respect an artist's decision to go solo (rather than ask questions) and especially those who then decide to produce a solo album, all that despair, loss; love and heartbreak in one album must surely be an intense experience to put yourself through?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/314/ | 308 hits
I always deem it wise to respect an artist's decision to go solo (rather than ask questions) and especially those who then decide to produce a solo album, all that despair, loss; love and heartbreak in one album must surely be an intense experience to put yourself through?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/314/ | 308 hits
CD Review: Slow Club - Yeah So?
Sheffield folk two-piece Slow Club have gradually developed a loyal following thanks to their unusual, charming live shows.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10867/ | 242 hits
Sheffield folk two-piece Slow Club have gradually developed a loyal following thanks to their unusual, charming live shows.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10867/ | 242 hits
CD Review: Colin Mounsey - The Hungry Pig EP
This vintage quality EP has five full-bodied songs from Colin Mounsey (aka The Hungry Pig). Colin is a recent solo arrival in Leeds as a fully-formed songwriter and performer with a lavish sense of musical adventure, having served time with Blue Planet and Anabasis.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2959/ | 541 hits
This vintage quality EP has five full-bodied songs from Colin Mounsey (aka The Hungry Pig). Colin is a recent solo arrival in Leeds as a fully-formed songwriter and performer with a lavish sense of musical adventure, having served time with Blue Planet and Anabasis.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2959/ | 541 hits
CD Review: The Ghost Of A Thousand - Knees, Toes, Teeth
'Knees, Toes, Teeth' is the latest single to be lifted from arguably the hardcore album of the year, 'New Hopes, New Demonstrations.' The Ghost of A Thousand main man Tom Lacey has a talent for unleashing vocals that sound simultaneously massive, and pain-wracked.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11337/ | 132 hits
'Knees, Toes, Teeth' is the latest single to be lifted from arguably the hardcore album of the year, 'New Hopes, New Demonstrations.' The Ghost of A Thousand main man Tom Lacey has a talent for unleashing vocals that sound simultaneously massive, and pain-wracked.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11337/ | 132 hits
CD Review: Hell Is For Heroes - Models For The Programme
When the EMI axe fell last year, HIFH were one of several bands that found the rug pulled from under them and a frightening wilderness beckoning.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3508/ | 455 hits
When the EMI axe fell last year, HIFH were one of several bands that found the rug pulled from under them and a frightening wilderness beckoning.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3508/ | 455 hits
News Article: The Medusa Snare will release their debut album on 21st September on Squirrel Records
The debut album from The Medusa Snare will be released on the Squirrel Records label on Monday 21st September.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11203/ | 217 hits
The debut album from The Medusa Snare will be released on the Squirrel Records label on Monday 21st September.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11203/ | 217 hits
CD Review: Dinosaur Jr - Pieces
'Pieces' is the second single to be lifted off Dinosaur Jr's ninth studio album, 'Farm.' 'Pieces' is the typical Dinosaur Jr wall of distorted guitars and frontman J Mascis's vague and winding 'slacker' drawl, cut through with sharper guitar lines that hit those glimmering high notes and give 'Pieces' a sparkling veneer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11051/ | 176 hits
'Pieces' is the second single to be lifted off Dinosaur Jr's ninth studio album, 'Farm.' 'Pieces' is the typical Dinosaur Jr wall of distorted guitars and frontman J Mascis's vague and winding 'slacker' drawl, cut through with sharper guitar lines that hit those glimmering high notes and give 'Pieces' a sparkling veneer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11051/ | 176 hits
CD Review: Zox - The Wait
An American band with guitars and a violin will bring images of Hillbilly country rock. Add a hint of reggae and you'll be forgiven for thinking it's the Mad Hatters tea party.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7498/ | 126 hits
An American band with guitars and a violin will bring images of Hillbilly country rock. Add a hint of reggae and you'll be forgiven for thinking it's the Mad Hatters tea party.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7498/ | 126 hits
CD Review: Galactico - Untitled
No biog and no website means no information about Galactico, so it's only a guess whether the band is named after the super stars of Real Madrid.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6360/ | 158 hits
No biog and no website means no information about Galactico, so it's only a guess whether the band is named after the super stars of Real Madrid.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6360/ | 158 hits
News Article: Corinne Bailey Rae receives three Grammy nominations
Leeds-based solo artist Corinne Bailey Rae is up against Mary J Blige and James Blunt as the 49th Grammy Award nominations were revealed today.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7740/ | 465 hits
Leeds-based solo artist Corinne Bailey Rae is up against Mary J Blige and James Blunt as the 49th Grammy Award nominations were revealed today.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7740/ | 465 hits
CD Review: Air Traffic - Shooting Star
The heroes of Live At Leeds have their new single, a song which on first inspection lacks the vivacity that drenched their performance at The Cockpit last month.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8573/ | 287 hits
The heroes of Live At Leeds have their new single, a song which on first inspection lacks the vivacity that drenched their performance at The Cockpit last month.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8573/ | 287 hits
CD Review: Thom Yorke - The Eraser
When the news first arrived that Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke was to release a solo record it came as a bit of a surprise, certainly considering Radiohead were currently in the middle of a tour and busy recording their highly anticipated seventh album, however, many felt Thom would go solo at some point...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6944/ | 1,404 hits
When the news first arrived that Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke was to release a solo record it came as a bit of a surprise, certainly considering Radiohead were currently in the middle of a tour and busy recording their highly anticipated seventh album, however, many felt Thom would go solo at some point...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6944/ | 1,404 hits
CD Review: Seven Hours - Seven Hours EP
"Nowhere to Hide" is a clanging bluesified rock piledriver with Americano vocal affectation in the style of Pub Rock, but no particular song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/358/ | 148 hits
"Nowhere to Hide" is a clanging bluesified rock piledriver with Americano vocal affectation in the style of Pub Rock, but no particular song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/358/ | 148 hits
News Article: Buen Chico will release a single on July 7th
Buen Chico will release a Free Download single on July 7th. Following the release of their debut album in October 2007, the band have decided to give away their new single 'Tell Em!' for free.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9700/ | 168 hits
Buen Chico will release a Free Download single on July 7th. Following the release of their debut album in October 2007, the band have decided to give away their new single 'Tell Em!' for free.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9700/ | 168 hits
Live Review: Calvin Johnson
"Well hello, my name is Calvin Johnson, thank y'all for being here. I'm just gonna do my thing baby and you do yours." And there he was, the main man of Dub Narcotic Sound System and Beat Happening, alone on the stage of a northern social club with only an acoustic guitar for company.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1290/ | 72 hits
"Well hello, my name is Calvin Johnson, thank y'all for being here. I'm just gonna do my thing baby and you do yours." And there he was, the main man of Dub Narcotic Sound System and Beat Happening, alone on the stage of a northern social club with only an acoustic guitar for company.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1290/ | 72 hits
News Article: Bands wanted for WTP Battle Of The Bands 2007
Bands are now being sought for the WTP Battle Of The Bands 2007 competition that is scheduled to take place at the Snooty Fox and The Jockey venues in Wakefield over the next few months.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7805/ | 592 hits
Bands are now being sought for the WTP Battle Of The Bands 2007 competition that is scheduled to take place at the Snooty Fox and The Jockey venues in Wakefield over the next few months.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7805/ | 592 hits
CD Review: Alita's Curse - In Your Bones
Alita's Curse have been playing for less than a year and, for a band at such an early stage of their musical expedition, it's not bad.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11199/ | 143 hits
Alita's Curse have been playing for less than a year and, for a band at such an early stage of their musical expedition, it's not bad.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11199/ | 143 hits
CD Review: The Tamborines - What Took You So Long
Despite the misspelling, The Tamborines have a name as obvious as the day is long. Far more interestingly the 3 piece consist of two Brazilians (the nationality not the haircut) and one French drummer, which makes the wall-of-sound Indie influenced by the likes of Teenage Fanclub and The Jesus & Mary Chain all the more surprising.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6503/ | 124 hits
Despite the misspelling, The Tamborines have a name as obvious as the day is long. Far more interestingly the 3 piece consist of two Brazilians (the nationality not the haircut) and one French drummer, which makes the wall-of-sound Indie influenced by the likes of Teenage Fanclub and The Jesus & Mary Chain all the more surprising.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6503/ | 124 hits
News Article: More bands for Moor Music Festival...
The Moor Music Festival (19-21st August, Ilkley Moor) have announced further additions to their line up.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3840/ | 2,033 hits
The Moor Music Festival (19-21st August, Ilkley Moor) have announced further additions to their line up.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3840/ | 2,033 hits
CD Review: For Those Lost - This Is Our Fight
When a band comes to you promising to sound like Slayer, Mastodon and Sick of It All, as a metal fan you could be forgiven for getting over excited.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7444/ | 130 hits
When a band comes to you promising to sound like Slayer, Mastodon and Sick of It All, as a metal fan you could be forgiven for getting over excited.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7444/ | 130 hits
CD Review: Dionysis - The Butterflies Cry EP
Relative babes on the music scene (7 months to be exact), Halifax's Dionysis show a wealth of potential in this hit and miss 3-song collection.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/344/ | 187 hits
Relative babes on the music scene (7 months to be exact), Halifax's Dionysis show a wealth of potential in this hit and miss 3-song collection.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/344/ | 187 hits
CD Review: Andie Mills - Going Native for Dirty Pictures
A familiar face on the Leeds scene, Andie Mills is a veritable one man music industry. This is his 3rd solo release and is another sombre collection of introspective blues/acoustic rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3264/ | 276 hits
A familiar face on the Leeds scene, Andie Mills is a veritable one man music industry. This is his 3rd solo release and is another sombre collection of introspective blues/acoustic rock.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3264/ | 276 hits
CD Review: Unexploded Shells - Made In The Same City As You
It's been a lean time for music lately. I've been impressed by stuff, but hardly bowled over at the same time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8093/ | 351 hits
It's been a lean time for music lately. I've been impressed by stuff, but hardly bowled over at the same time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8093/ | 351 hits
CD Review: Micky P Kerr - www.mickypkerr.co.uk / Dreamers Club
Micky P Kerr took the decision leave popular local Leeds act Jack Afro just after the band released their debut single on 1965 Records.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7618/ | 695 hits
Micky P Kerr took the decision leave popular local Leeds act Jack Afro just after the band released their debut single on 1965 Records.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7618/ | 695 hits
Live Review: Boneyard Babies
The band give enormous energy into their performance from the outset. With minimal effects and gimmicks their audience is immediately forced into a unilateral gravitational pull.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12147/ | 261 hits
The band give enormous energy into their performance from the outset. With minimal effects and gimmicks their audience is immediately forced into a unilateral gravitational pull.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12147/ | 261 hits
Band Profile: The Big Fat Kill
Jon Palmer - vocals/guitar Tom Cassidy - bass Jeremy Bradford - keyboards Paul Milek - drums The Big Fat Kill is part singer/songwriter, part rock n' roll, and part contemporary acoustic.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11560/ | 39 hits
Jon Palmer - vocals/guitar Tom Cassidy - bass Jeremy Bradford - keyboards Paul Milek - drums The Big Fat Kill is part singer/songwriter, part rock n' roll, and part contemporary acoustic.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11560/ | 39 hits
CD Review: The Fiery Furnaces - Single Again
Coming on like a deranged DJ Shadow monkeyed off his eyeballs on uppers and downers, whilst various members of the Beta Band and the Delgadoes point and laugh, this is an eclectic yet energetic 218 seconds of mayhem.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2738/ | 200 hits
Coming on like a deranged DJ Shadow monkeyed off his eyeballs on uppers and downers, whilst various members of the Beta Band and the Delgadoes point and laugh, this is an eclectic yet energetic 218 seconds of mayhem.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2738/ | 200 hits
CD Review: Lisa Brown - What's That Sound
Lisa Brown are a bit of a surprise. With that name you expect a solo female acoustic guitar type thing going off but it's nothing of the sort.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6252/ | 410 hits
Lisa Brown are a bit of a surprise. With that name you expect a solo female acoustic guitar type thing going off but it's nothing of the sort.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6252/ | 410 hits
News Article: Royal Park Cellars secure national music magazine showcase...
LOGO have chosen the Royal Park Cellars for their first Northern showcase in their campaign to bring the magazine, already claiming a circulation larger than NME in the South, to Northern audiences.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1511/ | 95 hits
LOGO have chosen the Royal Park Cellars for their first Northern showcase in their campaign to bring the magazine, already claiming a circulation larger than NME in the South, to Northern audiences.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1511/ | 95 hits
Live Review: Alec Empire
From the Atari Teenage Riot ashes came Alec Empire's solo project: an electro-metallers dream; digital hardcore to the techno masses; just plain loud and scary to the uninitiated dope heads sprawled out on a massive festival field in the north of England; and a sound engineer's nightmare.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/982/ | 179 hits
From the Atari Teenage Riot ashes came Alec Empire's solo project: an electro-metallers dream; digital hardcore to the techno masses; just plain loud and scary to the uninitiated dope heads sprawled out on a massive festival field in the north of England; and a sound engineer's nightmare.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/982/ | 179 hits
CD Review: Serotonin (Hampshire) - Untitled
To quote the band's press release, "Serotonin are exactly what their name suggests, a sudden rush of euphoria to the senses to put it simple, Serotonin ROCK." Well they are almost right, but I wouldn't have put the word rock in capitals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3001/ | 303 hits
To quote the band's press release, "Serotonin are exactly what their name suggests, a sudden rush of euphoria to the senses to put it simple, Serotonin ROCK." Well they are almost right, but I wouldn't have put the word rock in capitals.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3001/ | 303 hits
CD Review: Ash - Starcrossed
As with every Ash album there's always a couple of laidback slow numbers to listen to. Over the years we've had Goldfinger, Oh Yeah and Sometimes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2929/ | 314 hits
As with every Ash album there's always a couple of laidback slow numbers to listen to. Over the years we've had Goldfinger, Oh Yeah and Sometimes.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2929/ | 314 hits
CD Review: The Hightones - The Attic Tapes
Oh yeah baby, bring back that rock and roll! Only - if they could play and sing that would be great, but with out of tune vocals and guitars throughout I must say that from listening to this first track "Till The Night Is Through" I am NOT impressed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4082/ | 443 hits
Oh yeah baby, bring back that rock and roll! Only - if they could play and sing that would be great, but with out of tune vocals and guitars throughout I must say that from listening to this first track "Till The Night Is Through" I am NOT impressed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4082/ | 443 hits
CD Review: Capri - Boogie Man
If you let yourself, you'll love this band to death. Only the fear of it not being Iggy Pop could stop you.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2691/ | 982 hits
If you let yourself, you'll love this band to death. Only the fear of it not being Iggy Pop could stop you.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2691/ | 982 hits
CD Review: Andy Beverley - Swords in the Sunset
This is a brave thing to do. Andrew Beverley is not an accomplished singer or guitarist, but he has a pile of heartbreak and a real story to tell.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/116/ | 136 hits
This is a brave thing to do. Andrew Beverley is not an accomplished singer or guitarist, but he has a pile of heartbreak and a real story to tell.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/116/ | 136 hits
Band Profile: The Kaleids
Leeds band The Kaleids consist of Ollie Dickinson (Lead Guitar & Vocals), Mike Robinson (Bass & Backing Vocals) and Rich Thomas (Rhythm Guitar), three lads who have decided to make an original acoustic sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9698/ | 140 hits
Leeds band The Kaleids consist of Ollie Dickinson (Lead Guitar & Vocals), Mike Robinson (Bass & Backing Vocals) and Rich Thomas (Rhythm Guitar), three lads who have decided to make an original acoustic sound.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9698/ | 140 hits
Band Profile: Misterook
23-year-old songwriter Misterook has been around a fair bit as far as music is concerened. Since the age of 13, he has played guitar and wrote with countless bands from funk, soul, rock/metal, solo folk artistes, right through to experimental live drum and bass projects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2797/ | 168 hits
23-year-old songwriter Misterook has been around a fair bit as far as music is concerened. Since the age of 13, he has played guitar and wrote with countless bands from funk, soul, rock/metal, solo folk artistes, right through to experimental live drum and bass projects.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2797/ | 168 hits
CD Review: Laish - Tan Hits And Trinkets EP
The product of Brighton based solo artist Laish (aka Daniel Green), the Tan Hits And Trinkets EP is a journey into lo-fi experimentalism with an eerie folk angle.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9455/ | 93 hits
The product of Brighton based solo artist Laish (aka Daniel Green), the Tan Hits And Trinkets EP is a journey into lo-fi experimentalism with an eerie folk angle.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9455/ | 93 hits
News Article: Model Warships to release their debut album 'Merchant'
Model Warships' debut album 'Merchant' is being digitally released by the Vienna-based internet record label Beat is Murder.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10969/ | 111 hits
Model Warships' debut album 'Merchant' is being digitally released by the Vienna-based internet record label Beat is Murder.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10969/ | 111 hits
CD Review: Alec Empire - The Golden Foretaste of Heaven
Starting your own record label with an advance bestowed on you by another record label could either be a great example of "sticking it to the man", or being a supremely selfish narcissistic tit depending on your viewpoint.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9171/ | 416 hits
Starting your own record label with an advance bestowed on you by another record label could either be a great example of "sticking it to the man", or being a supremely selfish narcissistic tit depending on your viewpoint.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9171/ | 416 hits
Live Review: City And Colour + Attack In Black
City And Colour are a curious act to find in a place like this. To think that a member of an internationally renowned screamo outfit would bring his solo acoustic tour to the Brudenell sounds absolutely ludicrous.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9436/ | 277 hits
City And Colour are a curious act to find in a place like this. To think that a member of an internationally renowned screamo outfit would bring his solo acoustic tour to the Brudenell sounds absolutely ludicrous.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9436/ | 277 hits
Live Review: Jon Gomm + Dorne + Mark Wilson + Baxter Trappe
The upstairs room at the Cardigan Arms is a perfect place for an acoustic gig. With its small, dark room, the atmosphere is made even better by the dozen or so candles that are situated around the room, creating a very intimate feel to the whole place.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4046/ | 446 hits
The upstairs room at the Cardigan Arms is a perfect place for an acoustic gig. With its small, dark room, the atmosphere is made even better by the dozen or so candles that are situated around the room, creating a very intimate feel to the whole place.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4046/ | 446 hits
Live Review: Sleaze Orchestra
In a market that is becoming increasingly saturated with second-rate Michael Buble and Frank Sinatra imitators, it is refreshing to hear a troupe of young musicians making original, cutting-edge jazz music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8255/ | 312 hits
In a market that is becoming increasingly saturated with second-rate Michael Buble and Frank Sinatra imitators, it is refreshing to hear a troupe of young musicians making original, cutting-edge jazz music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8255/ | 312 hits
CD Review: Whitehouse Blues - Untitled
This is chilled nearly-dance music with some real and some ambient stuff mixing up a loving recreation of someone's Summer of love on a gentle acid come down some years ago.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/49/ | 172 hits
This is chilled nearly-dance music with some real and some ambient stuff mixing up a loving recreation of someone's Summer of love on a gentle acid come down some years ago.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/49/ | 172 hits
Live Review: Gruff Rhys + 9 Bach
With his second solo album "Candylion", Gruff Rhys has produced one of the most charming records of the year and tonight is a chance to witness the Welsh genius at work in the flesh.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8307/ | 334 hits
With his second solo album "Candylion", Gruff Rhys has produced one of the most charming records of the year and tonight is a chance to witness the Welsh genius at work in the flesh.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8307/ | 334 hits
News Article: 96.3 Aire FM continue to offer airplay to local bands via its Music Express show...
96.3 Radio Aire is continuing to show its commitment to the up-and-coming music scene in Leeds in 2005 with the continuation of a weekly Music Express feature.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3456/ | 844 hits
96.3 Radio Aire is continuing to show its commitment to the up-and-coming music scene in Leeds in 2005 with the continuation of a weekly Music Express feature.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3456/ | 844 hits
CD Review: Jenny Lewis with the Watson Twins - You Are What You Love
'You Are What You Love': a beautifully heart-rending account of a life in which the persona of the song is in a strange sorta love with the wrong sorta guy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6661/ | 284 hits
'You Are What You Love': a beautifully heart-rending account of a life in which the persona of the song is in a strange sorta love with the wrong sorta guy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6661/ | 284 hits
CD Review: Bifta Smoking Eskimos - The Columbian Cold EP
We now have a scoop the NME would love to get their hands on, Richard Ashcroft formerly of The Verve and currently enjoying a bafflingly successful solo career has sneaked over to Huddersfield and recorded an EP in secret, working under the name Bifta Smoking Eskimos.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/267/ | 420 hits
We now have a scoop the NME would love to get their hands on, Richard Ashcroft formerly of The Verve and currently enjoying a bafflingly successful solo career has sneaked over to Huddersfield and recorded an EP in secret, working under the name Bifta Smoking Eskimos.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/267/ | 420 hits
Live Review: Modeliste + Pinstripe + Dr Scott And The Intrepid Funkateers
First up tonight are 'The Humour' and, if you're reading this gents, I hope you live up to your name because I, err, missed your set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6187/ | 589 hits
First up tonight are 'The Humour' and, if you're reading this gents, I hope you live up to your name because I, err, missed your set.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6187/ | 589 hits
CD Review: The Lost 45s UK - What Time Do You Call This?
The Lost 45s UK nobly continue their campaign to make beat music a force to be reckoned with on this long awaited debut album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6616/ | 242 hits
The Lost 45s UK nobly continue their campaign to make beat music a force to be reckoned with on this long awaited debut album.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6616/ | 242 hits
Live Review: Charlotte Hatherley + James Owen Fender + Phantogram
And so to the Bruddy for an interesting looking 3-header Phantogram, from the New York suburbs, open with a mesmerising set, all Maps with early Def-Jam beats or a shoegaze massive attack.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11477/ | 282 hits
And so to the Bruddy for an interesting looking 3-header Phantogram, from the New York suburbs, open with a mesmerising set, all Maps with early Def-Jam beats or a shoegaze massive attack.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11477/ | 282 hits
CD Review: Zealous - Untitled
Right from the word go, you can tell that Zealous are a force to be reckoned with. They describe themselves as "Modern rock with a dynamic twist", and yes, the modern rock part of the statement statement is just about true but the "dynamic twist" I'm not too sure about though.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4092/ | 219 hits
Right from the word go, you can tell that Zealous are a force to be reckoned with. They describe themselves as "Modern rock with a dynamic twist", and yes, the modern rock part of the statement statement is just about true but the "dynamic twist" I'm not too sure about though.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4092/ | 219 hits
CD Review: Drinkme - Manifesto EP
Displaying their influences like a BUMWARS tattoo in BIG BOLD letters on their forehead, this EP is a real call to arms for punk-funk fans everywhere.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3308/ | 332 hits
Displaying their influences like a BUMWARS tattoo in BIG BOLD letters on their forehead, this EP is a real call to arms for punk-funk fans everywhere.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3308/ | 332 hits
CD Review: Cope - Sky City
Wakefield is the place for sure. Here's another talented bunch with a future ahead of them. It's not fully realised in the demo, with its tendency to try and sound like a "proper record".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/348/ | 126 hits
Wakefield is the place for sure. Here's another talented bunch with a future ahead of them. It's not fully realised in the demo, with its tendency to try and sound like a "proper record".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/348/ | 126 hits
CD Review: Steve Sanderson - Time and Tide EP
"And now something for our older listeners....", a phrase that probably puts the fear of god into most of our readers, and a phrase that could quite easily precede Steve Sanderson's adult orientated northern folk blues.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/120/ | 151 hits
"And now something for our older listeners....", a phrase that probably puts the fear of god into most of our readers, and a phrase that could quite easily precede Steve Sanderson's adult orientated northern folk blues.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/120/ | 151 hits
CD Review: The Mercury League - Untitled
Two tracks of melodic punk from ex-members of 46 Itchy. Thankfully the band have forgotten about their cheeky ska past and graced us with 2 smashing tracks of hook laden melodic punk raawk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2608/ | 219 hits
Two tracks of melodic punk from ex-members of 46 Itchy. Thankfully the band have forgotten about their cheeky ska past and graced us with 2 smashing tracks of hook laden melodic punk raawk.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2608/ | 219 hits
CD Review: Ted Leo & The Pharmacists - Heart Of Oak
Ted Leo is a famous man. Or so he seems. A stable in the US hardcore scene he fronted in many renowned bands, most notably CHISEL, until going solo with The Pharmacists in '97.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/573/ | 146 hits
Ted Leo is a famous man. Or so he seems. A stable in the US hardcore scene he fronted in many renowned bands, most notably CHISEL, until going solo with The Pharmacists in '97.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/573/ | 146 hits
Band Profile: Three Random Words
Three Random Words was formed, officially, in September 2003. Roger (vocals, guitar) and Danny (lead guitar) had been wanting to start a band for a while, the former having worked as a solo artist for some time, the latter never having had the opportunity to publicly express himself through music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2532/ | 571 hits
Three Random Words was formed, officially, in September 2003. Roger (vocals, guitar) and Danny (lead guitar) had been wanting to start a band for a while, the former having worked as a solo artist for some time, the latter never having had the opportunity to publicly express himself through music.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2532/ | 571 hits
CD Review: Nothing (Brighton) - Splints & Oxygen EP
Dear LMS, I am writing to you to divulge the contents of my listening discomforts, circa the morning of October the 7th, 2005.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4336/ | 211 hits
Dear LMS, I am writing to you to divulge the contents of my listening discomforts, circa the morning of October the 7th, 2005.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4336/ | 211 hits
CD Review: The Hazey Janes - Fire In The Sky
Between their two October appearances in Leeds, The Hazey Janes release as a download single the song 'Fire in the Sky' plucked from their album Hotel Radio.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7322/ | 156 hits
Between their two October appearances in Leeds, The Hazey Janes release as a download single the song 'Fire in the Sky' plucked from their album Hotel Radio.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7322/ | 156 hits
CD Review: Damien Rice - Live From The Union Chapel
The third album from Irish songster Damien Rice is a 2003 recording of an intimate gig at the Union Chapel in London.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9053/ | 455 hits
The third album from Irish songster Damien Rice is a 2003 recording of an intimate gig at the Union Chapel in London.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9053/ | 455 hits
CD Review: Frank Turner - Poetry Of The Deed
If I was three or four years older, I am fairly certain Million Dead would be one of my favourite bands of all time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11064/ | 508 hits
If I was three or four years older, I am fairly certain Million Dead would be one of my favourite bands of all time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11064/ | 508 hits
CD Review: Cheer Up Mungo Hump and the Daddy Special - Untitled
'Sonic instigator' opens this CD with an infectious guitar riff, funky bassline and a vocalist that can actually sing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/249/ | 92 hits
'Sonic instigator' opens this CD with an infectious guitar riff, funky bassline and a vocalist that can actually sing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/249/ | 92 hits
Live Review: John Squire + The Basement
... A funny thing happened to me on the way to the refectory. Actually it didn't, I was just late. Almost as late in fact as the members of The Basement are for the Dylan bandwagon that they seem so keen to jump on.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1092/ | 87 hits
... A funny thing happened to me on the way to the refectory. Actually it didn't, I was just late. Almost as late in fact as the members of The Basement are for the Dylan bandwagon that they seem so keen to jump on.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1092/ | 87 hits
News Article: Bright Young Things 2008 live showcases announced
Leeds City Council's Bright Young Things 2008 (BYT) project is now well underway. The young musicians have now had their professional photographs taken and completed their time in the studio, laying down tracks for the Bright Young Things Compilation CD, which will be available for free with The Leeds Guide on 5th March.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9232/ | 370 hits
Leeds City Council's Bright Young Things 2008 (BYT) project is now well underway. The young musicians have now had their professional photographs taken and completed their time in the studio, laying down tracks for the Bright Young Things Compilation CD, which will be available for free with The Leeds Guide on 5th March.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9232/ | 370 hits
News Article: Local bands have their chance of radio airplay
Ridings FM continues to show its commitment to the up and coming music scene with the Local Music Update, every Thursday evening at 9.15pm.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9090/ | 360 hits
Ridings FM continues to show its commitment to the up and coming music scene with the Local Music Update, every Thursday evening at 9.15pm.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9090/ | 360 hits
News Article: Napoleon IIIrd to release a new mini album titled 'Hideki Yukawa'
Napoleon IIIrd is back with a much-anticipated new release and a February tour with Domino Records signings Wild Beasts.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10286/ | 158 hits
Napoleon IIIrd is back with a much-anticipated new release and a February tour with Domino Records signings Wild Beasts.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10286/ | 158 hits
CD Review: AFI - Sing the Sorrow
Its been twelve years since Californian based punk rockers AFI first decided to form a band in order to avoid to the real world, and they are finally being tipped to make that jump from underground to mainstream with their sixth album Sing the Sorrow.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/536/ | 452 hits
Its been twelve years since Californian based punk rockers AFI first decided to form a band in order to avoid to the real world, and they are finally being tipped to make that jump from underground to mainstream with their sixth album Sing the Sorrow.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/536/ | 452 hits
CD Review: Brett Anderson - s/t
Over fifteen years since Suede burst on the UK indie scene with their debut single The Drowners, frontman Brett Anderson releases his first solo album, the imaginatively titled Brett Anderson.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8189/ | 194 hits
Over fifteen years since Suede burst on the UK indie scene with their debut single The Drowners, frontman Brett Anderson releases his first solo album, the imaginatively titled Brett Anderson.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8189/ | 194 hits
User Article: Off The Wall at The Irish Centre
An old school friend (in my case a Very Old friend) contacted me recently to see if I would like to see a Pink Floyd tribute band called Off The Wall at The Irish Centre in Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8436/ | 57 hits
An old school friend (in my case a Very Old friend) contacted me recently to see if I would like to see a Pink Floyd tribute band called Off The Wall at The Irish Centre in Leeds.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8436/ | 57 hits
CD Review: Miss Black America - Talk Hard
It's wrong to compare, but what first attracted me to this band was a rock rush, the crash of a song, in an unashamedly indie way.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/412/ | 107 hits
It's wrong to compare, but what first attracted me to this band was a rock rush, the crash of a song, in an unashamedly indie way.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/412/ | 107 hits
Interview: Europe
Joseph Seager spoke to Europe frontman, Joey Tempest.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12157/ | 769 hits
Joseph Seager spoke to Europe frontman, Joey Tempest.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12157/ | 769 hits
CD Review: Shut Your Eyes And You'll Burst Into Flames - Drop The Decade
Leeds' Dance to the Radio recruits Shut Your Eyes And You'll Burst Into Flames join the domination of New Yorkshire over the current music scene with latest release Drop the Decade.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7437/ | 753 hits
Leeds' Dance to the Radio recruits Shut Your Eyes And You'll Burst Into Flames join the domination of New Yorkshire over the current music scene with latest release Drop the Decade.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7437/ | 753 hits
CD Review: The Masked Musician - Perfectionist Being
The Masked Musician is a Leeds based solo artist responsible for everything from writing to producing the songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8985/ | 122 hits
The Masked Musician is a Leeds based solo artist responsible for everything from writing to producing the songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8985/ | 122 hits
CD Review: Brendan Benson - Metarie!
Herman's Hermits for a new generation, Brendan Benson is deep in the suburbs of Kwellerville. "Metarie" is bourgeois, pointless, soulless, very cute, and very lavishly furnished with musical equipment and recording studio time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/524/ | 382 hits
Herman's Hermits for a new generation, Brendan Benson is deep in the suburbs of Kwellerville. "Metarie" is bourgeois, pointless, soulless, very cute, and very lavishly furnished with musical equipment and recording studio time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/524/ | 382 hits
CD Review: Share - Pedestrian
Was Share's main man Andrew Sisk tempting fate, calling his album 'Pedestrian'? Surely that's my job.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10355/ | 111 hits
Was Share's main man Andrew Sisk tempting fate, calling his album 'Pedestrian'? Surely that's my job.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10355/ | 111 hits
CD Review: Wild Beasts - Brave Bulging Buoyant Clairvoyants
It would be wholly unfair to say that the stir Wild Beasts have been causing on the Leeds scene of late was entirely down to the fact that they have a lead singer with one of the most unusual vocal styles around.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7634/ | 246 hits
It would be wholly unfair to say that the stir Wild Beasts have been causing on the Leeds scene of late was entirely down to the fact that they have a lead singer with one of the most unusual vocal styles around.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7634/ | 246 hits
Live Review: Dead Peter + Steer + James Skinner
Town. Okay. Everyone knows where town is right? That's a good place to start. Now, make your way up to Park Row.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3564/ | 324 hits
Town. Okay. Everyone knows where town is right? That's a good place to start. Now, make your way up to Park Row.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3564/ | 324 hits
CD Review: The Pocket Gods - Nub Country Flyby
The Pocket Gods are the brainchild of singer songwriter Mark Lee and despite the mention of "various guest artists" this is a fairly solo sounding affair - distorted vocals, distorted guitar over a cheap and particularly monotonous drum machine.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2424/ | 277 hits
The Pocket Gods are the brainchild of singer songwriter Mark Lee and despite the mention of "various guest artists" this is a fairly solo sounding affair - distorted vocals, distorted guitar over a cheap and particularly monotonous drum machine.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2424/ | 277 hits
CD Review: Susskind - The April Shower Demo
First of all I was going to blast them on the production here but, no, because it clearly states that it is a demo so I'll forgive Susskind for that.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3945/ | 371 hits
First of all I was going to blast them on the production here but, no, because it clearly states that it is a demo so I'll forgive Susskind for that.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3945/ | 371 hits
Live Review: Tom Napper & Tom Bliss
With this year's move to a new home, the world's oldest folk club is suddenly closer to Leeds than ever before, just when folk music is elbowing its way back into the general consciousness.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6339/ | 295 hits
With this year's move to a new home, the world's oldest folk club is suddenly closer to Leeds than ever before, just when folk music is elbowing its way back into the general consciousness.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6339/ | 295 hits
Live Review: Ozomatli
After the cool sounds of a local DJ stop floating around the packed Cockpit, a percussive wall of noise slowly builds up from the back of the crowd.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/822/ | 70 hits
After the cool sounds of a local DJ stop floating around the packed Cockpit, a percussive wall of noise slowly builds up from the back of the crowd.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/822/ | 70 hits
News Article: Benjamin Wetherill to release his debut album in July 2008
Leeds solo artist Benjamin Wetherill will release his debut album, the 'Laura' LP, on the Red Deer Club / Ba Da Bing labels on 28th July 2008.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9772/ | 247 hits
Leeds solo artist Benjamin Wetherill will release his debut album, the 'Laura' LP, on the Red Deer Club / Ba Da Bing labels on 28th July 2008.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9772/ | 247 hits
CD Review: Decoration - The Thomas Pink Session
A busy yuletide schedule forced this review into 2004 and subsequently stopped it being my unsigned CD of 2003 and yet although I am sure to receive many more CDs from eager young artists in the coming months, I am unlikely to receive many that better this!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2243/ | 727 hits
A busy yuletide schedule forced this review into 2004 and subsequently stopped it being my unsigned CD of 2003 and yet although I am sure to receive many more CDs from eager young artists in the coming months, I am unlikely to receive many that better this!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2243/ | 727 hits
News Article: CD Central @ Leeds Central Library - get your music heard...
Are you a solo artist or member of a band, and have you produced your own CD? If the answer to these questions is yes, then you can help yourselves and help CD Central Library get Leeds' musical talent out of the bedrooms and backrooms of the pubs, and out there into the city and beyond!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1433/ | 272 hits
Are you a solo artist or member of a band, and have you produced your own CD? If the answer to these questions is yes, then you can help yourselves and help CD Central Library get Leeds' musical talent out of the bedrooms and backrooms of the pubs, and out there into the city and beyond!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1433/ | 272 hits
Band Profile: Cara Robinson
Even during the early stages of her career, Cara Robinson was writing and recording with notable artists from a huge range of musical genres, including David Holmes, LTJ Bukem and upcoming EMI artist, Corrine Bailey-Ray.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4176/ | 1,294 hits
Even during the early stages of her career, Cara Robinson was writing and recording with notable artists from a huge range of musical genres, including David Holmes, LTJ Bukem and upcoming EMI artist, Corrine Bailey-Ray.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4176/ | 1,294 hits
News Article: Daniel Pearson announces his song-a-week project, "The Blueprint"...
Leeds-based singer-songwriter Daniel Pearson has begun his 'songwriting experiment' The Blueprint, during which he will release a brand new song every week for the next 6 months.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8827/ | 162 hits
Leeds-based singer-songwriter Daniel Pearson has begun his 'songwriting experiment' The Blueprint, during which he will release a brand new song every week for the next 6 months.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8827/ | 162 hits
News Article: Jon Gomm announces the release of his new album 'Don't Panic'
Leeds solo artist Jon Gomm has this week announced the release of this new album - titled 'Don't Panic' - which is the follow up to his 2003 debut album 'Hypertension'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11302/ | 254 hits
Leeds solo artist Jon Gomm has this week announced the release of this new album - titled 'Don't Panic' - which is the follow up to his 2003 debut album 'Hypertension'.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11302/ | 254 hits
CD Review: Tom Weldon - Join Me...
It's always a risky option to quit a band to pursuit a solo career, due to it being a dangerous choice musically or maybe because of the sacrifices that have to be made throughout the transition, yet Harrogate's Tom Weldon, of trio Fantastic Alliance, has done just this and done it well.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7870/ | 105 hits
It's always a risky option to quit a band to pursuit a solo career, due to it being a dangerous choice musically or maybe because of the sacrifices that have to be made throughout the transition, yet Harrogate's Tom Weldon, of trio Fantastic Alliance, has done just this and done it well.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7870/ | 105 hits
Band Profile: Rodina
"a solo singer who embraces acoustica and latino rhythms with a sweet aplomb..... Rodina unrelentlessly emphasizes quality and sweetness.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10321/ | 170 hits
"a solo singer who embraces acoustica and latino rhythms with a sweet aplomb..... Rodina unrelentlessly emphasizes quality and sweetness.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10321/ | 170 hits
CD Review: International Trust - Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
'Kiss Kiss Bang Bang' is an odd track to say the least. It's a perfectly crafted indie/pop song with radio friendly keyboard hooks and half decent production values.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10154/ | 352 hits
'Kiss Kiss Bang Bang' is an odd track to say the least. It's a perfectly crafted indie/pop song with radio friendly keyboard hooks and half decent production values.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10154/ | 352 hits
CD Review: Ojos de Brujo - Techari Live
Ojos de Brujo, or wizard eyes in English, are one of the most important bands on the world music scene bridging the gaps between genres in ways mainstream artists can only dream of.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9056/ | 314 hits
Ojos de Brujo, or wizard eyes in English, are one of the most important bands on the world music scene bridging the gaps between genres in ways mainstream artists can only dream of.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9056/ | 314 hits
Live Review: Living Thing
Fox & Newt, Friday night, it can mean only one thing ... the latest offerings from top local duo Living Thing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/868/ | 90 hits
Fox & Newt, Friday night, it can mean only one thing ... the latest offerings from top local duo Living Thing.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/868/ | 90 hits
CD Review: Staerimto - Untitled
Staerimto can be described as lush, poignant, quirky folk. In this DIY solo effort lead by John Perry there are moments of brilliance and also emptiness.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10108/ | 96 hits
Staerimto can be described as lush, poignant, quirky folk. In this DIY solo effort lead by John Perry there are moments of brilliance and also emptiness.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10108/ | 96 hits
CD Review: Harmacy - Untitled
Bradford slacker rock outfit Harmacy are a bit of a find. I've never heard of them before but if they're gigging locally I'd recommend checking them out.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6051/ | 375 hits
Bradford slacker rock outfit Harmacy are a bit of a find. I've never heard of them before but if they're gigging locally I'd recommend checking them out.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6051/ | 375 hits
CD Review: Adem - These Are Your Friends
Cult chilled outfit Fridge have spawned yet another success with another 3rd of their ranks following in the footsteps of Four Tet and producing a damn fine solo project.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2704/ | 304 hits
Cult chilled outfit Fridge have spawned yet another success with another 3rd of their ranks following in the footsteps of Four Tet and producing a damn fine solo project.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2704/ | 304 hits
CD Review: Bird - The Insides
During the winter months most birds fly off to places with a warmer climate but not the UK's very own Bird who has recently spent the last year in the freezing cold country of Iceland.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3151/ | 1,409 hits
During the winter months most birds fly off to places with a warmer climate but not the UK's very own Bird who has recently spent the last year in the freezing cold country of Iceland.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3151/ | 1,409 hits
CD Review: Newton Faulkner - Dream Catch Me
"Every time I close my eyes, it's you". The opening few words of Newton Faulkner's new single are quite mysterious.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8694/ | 488 hits
"Every time I close my eyes, it's you". The opening few words of Newton Faulkner's new single are quite mysterious.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8694/ | 488 hits
Live Review: Easyworld
Since melting hearts at last years festival with their 'Better ways to Self Destruct' mini LP, Eastbourne's ace popkids Easyworld have been busy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/986/ | 104 hits
Since melting hearts at last years festival with their 'Better ways to Self Destruct' mini LP, Eastbourne's ace popkids Easyworld have been busy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/986/ | 104 hits
CD Review: Brett Domino - Hello Mistletoe (Goodbye Cold Snow)
Brett Domino has gathered somewhat of a cult following alongside the all-keyboard band 'The Brett Domino Trio.' It all started with a YouTube video of the band performing Michael Jackson's 'Beat It,' posted in 2008.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11485/ | 347 hits
Brett Domino has gathered somewhat of a cult following alongside the all-keyboard band 'The Brett Domino Trio.' It all started with a YouTube video of the band performing Michael Jackson's 'Beat It,' posted in 2008.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11485/ | 347 hits
CD Review: Bullet For My Valentine - Hearts Burst Into Fire
"This track is going to be massive" says Zane Lowe, a man I tend to trust, as he is usually right. And with the added backing of such Radio One heavyweights like Jo Whiley and Daniel P Carter, Bullet For My Valentine are set to take yet another step on their road to world supremacy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9459/ | 287 hits
"This track is going to be massive" says Zane Lowe, a man I tend to trust, as he is usually right. And with the added backing of such Radio One heavyweights like Jo Whiley and Daniel P Carter, Bullet For My Valentine are set to take yet another step on their road to world supremacy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9459/ | 287 hits
Live Review: Jon Gomm + Stephen Lomas + Oli Deakin + Tim Canfer
On the second and fourth Thursday of every month, Leeds offers us a new acoustic night: "Stripped" at Baby Jupiter.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3064/ | 395 hits
On the second and fourth Thursday of every month, Leeds offers us a new acoustic night: "Stripped" at Baby Jupiter.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3064/ | 395 hits
CD Review: The Bluebirds - The Bluebirds Album
The unwritten law that states "All blues bands must attempt to have either the word blue or blues or some clever word play with the word blue in their name" strikes again...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6021/ | 144 hits
The unwritten law that states "All blues bands must attempt to have either the word blue or blues or some clever word play with the word blue in their name" strikes again...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6021/ | 144 hits
CD Review: Roe Sham Bo - Serotonin
Apparently Roe Sham Bo have had the luxury of turning down 3 record deals. One listen to their self-released album Serotonin will have you scratching your head and asking "Just who the f*ck were these record companies?" and did they come here in a time machine?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6436/ | 207 hits
Apparently Roe Sham Bo have had the luxury of turning down 3 record deals. One listen to their self-released album Serotonin will have you scratching your head and asking "Just who the f*ck were these record companies?" and did they come here in a time machine?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6436/ | 207 hits
Live Review: four day Hombre + Parisman + Ryder
Call me old fashioned but the Barfly is just that bit too new and shiny for me. It definitely isn't on the Sheffield 'toilet circuit', and there's just something about those venues.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/747/ | 117 hits
Call me old fashioned but the Barfly is just that bit too new and shiny for me. It definitely isn't on the Sheffield 'toilet circuit', and there's just something about those venues.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/747/ | 117 hits
CD Review: Röyksopp - The Girl and The Robot
You may not be aware that in Scandinavia there is a massive indie/pop/electronica scene with a wide variety of acts from Jens Lekman to indeed the likes of Royksopp and Robyn.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10898/ | 160 hits
You may not be aware that in Scandinavia there is a massive indie/pop/electronica scene with a wide variety of acts from Jens Lekman to indeed the likes of Royksopp and Robyn.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10898/ | 160 hits
Interview: Charlotte Hatherley
Kate Zezulka meets up with Charlotte Hatherley to counteract the Spice Girls' comeback by spreading a little real girl power...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8922/ | 788 hits
Kate Zezulka meets up with Charlotte Hatherley to counteract the Spice Girls' comeback by spreading a little real girl power...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8922/ | 788 hits
Band Profile: Blue Sky Project
Concocted deep in 2003 in response to a deficit of ambitious or interesting music, Blue Sky Project is the brainchild of Leeds-based solo artist and ex-Mr.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7374/ | 602 hits
Concocted deep in 2003 in response to a deficit of ambitious or interesting music, Blue Sky Project is the brainchild of Leeds-based solo artist and ex-Mr.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7374/ | 602 hits
Band Profile: Kayla Kavanagh
Kayla Kavanagh is a solo artist with a twist. The 29 year old Irish singer/songwriter performs live with an array of instruments, wires and technology, taking the audience on a journey from acoustic to full technology-led electronica.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9897/ | 83 hits
Kayla Kavanagh is a solo artist with a twist. The 29 year old Irish singer/songwriter performs live with an array of instruments, wires and technology, taking the audience on a journey from acoustic to full technology-led electronica.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9897/ | 83 hits
News Article: DTTR set to release their third compilation album: 'Something I Learned Today'
Leeds-based independent record label Dance To The Radio have revealed the tracklisting for their forthcoming compilation album, their third compilation in as many years.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8037/ | 342 hits
Leeds-based independent record label Dance To The Radio have revealed the tracklisting for their forthcoming compilation album, their third compilation in as many years.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8037/ | 342 hits
CD Review: Dinosaur Jr - Beyond
Full kudos must go to Dinosaur Jr for upholding the noble and valiant art of the guitar solo; almost every track on new album "Beyond" features at least one example of smartly-executed fretboard frivolities.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8338/ | 278 hits
Full kudos must go to Dinosaur Jr for upholding the noble and valiant art of the guitar solo; almost every track on new album "Beyond" features at least one example of smartly-executed fretboard frivolities.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8338/ | 278 hits
CD Review: Days Of Worth - State Of Me
There's something inherently fishy about Days Of Worth's take on metal. There's an aspect of the whole product that's not quite believable - as if it's all a facade in order for a taste of the 5 minutes of fame pie.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3980/ | 213 hits
There's something inherently fishy about Days Of Worth's take on metal. There's an aspect of the whole product that's not quite believable - as if it's all a facade in order for a taste of the 5 minutes of fame pie.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3980/ | 213 hits
Live Review: Bracken + Gareth S Brown + Sketches for Albinos + The Declining Winter
It's usually the way that those who are the most lacking in self-confidence are usually the more talented with the least to worry about - take it as a good omen, then, that all of tonight's acts are surprisingly self-deprecating.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9881/ | 281 hits
It's usually the way that those who are the most lacking in self-confidence are usually the more talented with the least to worry about - take it as a good omen, then, that all of tonight's acts are surprisingly self-deprecating.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9881/ | 281 hits
CD Review: Due To Debt - Stealing all the awesome
Ok, so the cover note with this CD states "Our music is intended to cross heavy rock with the emotion of blues and the aggression of metal along with melodies and feelings produced from the best songs we enjoy ourselves".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4110/ | 252 hits
Ok, so the cover note with this CD states "Our music is intended to cross heavy rock with the emotion of blues and the aggression of metal along with melodies and feelings produced from the best songs we enjoy ourselves".
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4110/ | 252 hits
CD Review: Adem - Love and Other Planets
With his 2004 solo debut "Homesongs", ex Four Tet member Adem Ilhan managed to break the hardest of hearts with his folk quivering and breathy songs that sounded so fragile at times it was hard not to fall in love with.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6717/ | 176 hits
With his 2004 solo debut "Homesongs", ex Four Tet member Adem Ilhan managed to break the hardest of hearts with his folk quivering and breathy songs that sounded so fragile at times it was hard not to fall in love with.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6717/ | 176 hits
CD Review: Last Night's TV - Nice to Have a History
Spencer Bayles and company have taken a big leap forward with this richly-produced single. Main song "Nice to Have a History" has a haunting tune and a warmer range of sounds than the customary Last Night's TV signature.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2805/ | 491 hits
Spencer Bayles and company have taken a big leap forward with this richly-produced single. Main song "Nice to Have a History" has a haunting tune and a warmer range of sounds than the customary Last Night's TV signature.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2805/ | 491 hits
CD Review: Del Scott Miller - My Timing Will Win Me Few Friends
After checking out some fantastic unsigned bands, I'm left with this CD on my desk staring up at me, expectant eye, awaiting a review.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6409/ | 114 hits
After checking out some fantastic unsigned bands, I'm left with this CD on my desk staring up at me, expectant eye, awaiting a review.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6409/ | 114 hits
CD Review: The Prototypes - A Twist Of Fate
I can't fathom The Prototypes. A Twist of Fate comprises four songs each of which have their own unique style.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3849/ | 296 hits
I can't fathom The Prototypes. A Twist of Fate comprises four songs each of which have their own unique style.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3849/ | 296 hits
Live Review: The Courteeners + Ida Maria
So then after months of waiting the night was finally here, our first chance to see the Academy. After an hour in Walkabout (who will do a roaring trade on a Friday night with two quid drinks compared to £3.20 next door) we got our first glimpse of the Academy and our first reaction was how busy it seemed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10124/ | 351 hits
So then after months of waiting the night was finally here, our first chance to see the Academy. After an hour in Walkabout (who will do a roaring trade on a Friday night with two quid drinks compared to £3.20 next door) we got our first glimpse of the Academy and our first reaction was how busy it seemed.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10124/ | 351 hits
News Article: Futuresound 2006: thirty bands given opportunity to play at Leeds Festival
Futuresound 2006 organisers have today announced the thirty bands that will take part in the annual event that will eventually see six bands selected to appear at this year's Carling Weekend: Leeds Festival.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6824/ | 1,288 hits
Futuresound 2006 organisers have today announced the thirty bands that will take part in the annual event that will eventually see six bands selected to appear at this year's Carling Weekend: Leeds Festival.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6824/ | 1,288 hits
CD Review: Iggy Pop - Skull Ring
Billed as a solo album, Skull Ring is actually a collection of different collaborations. In the 'Welcome' category, he teams up with The Stooges again, The Trolls and everyone's favourite bearded lady, Peaches.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/632/ | 91 hits
Billed as a solo album, Skull Ring is actually a collection of different collaborations. In the 'Welcome' category, he teams up with The Stooges again, The Trolls and everyone's favourite bearded lady, Peaches.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/632/ | 91 hits
Interview: Being 747
Dave Cooke talks about life after Landspeed Loungers, Wrath Records, the local scene and the fortunes of his new band...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1608/ | 233 hits
Dave Cooke talks about life after Landspeed Loungers, Wrath Records, the local scene and the fortunes of his new band...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1608/ | 233 hits
CD Review: Accolade - Something In The Sky
There's a strong voice and some nice open tunes here. The simple chord changes are fluently done and a Radio 2 audience beckons.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/101/ | 324 hits
There's a strong voice and some nice open tunes here. The simple chord changes are fluently done and a Radio 2 audience beckons.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/101/ | 324 hits
CD Review: Storyville - Untitled
The Storyville concept is sound. Excellent music kept simple enough to play live, and intelligent enough to reward repeated listening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/110/ | 274 hits
The Storyville concept is sound. Excellent music kept simple enough to play live, and intelligent enough to reward repeated listening.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/110/ | 274 hits
CD Review: Kid iD - Broken Little Monkey EP
American styley alt-soft-rock-folksy voice boy Ralph Pelleymounter has emerged from the bottomless pit of solo acoustic performers and lends his sultry vocals to the backdrop of a full line up, thus Kid iD are born and henceforth comes this natty little EP.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4084/ | 561 hits
American styley alt-soft-rock-folksy voice boy Ralph Pelleymounter has emerged from the bottomless pit of solo acoustic performers and lends his sultry vocals to the backdrop of a full line up, thus Kid iD are born and henceforth comes this natty little EP.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4084/ | 561 hits
CD Review: The Bilderberg Group - Use Yer Head
Back in September 2001 I reviewed the "I Knew You'd Know I'd Know You Know" album from The Bilderberg Group.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/236/ | 179 hits
Back in September 2001 I reviewed the "I Knew You'd Know I'd Know You Know" album from The Bilderberg Group.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/236/ | 179 hits
Live Review: Woody Mann + Jon Gomm
I must admit, sitting in 'The Angel', (good cheap drinks here ladies and gentlemen), en route to 'The Roscoe' I was lost in the conversation from the other table - let's not go there but...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1239/ | 222 hits
I must admit, sitting in 'The Angel', (good cheap drinks here ladies and gentlemen), en route to 'The Roscoe' I was lost in the conversation from the other table - let's not go there but...
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1239/ | 222 hits
CD Review: Richard Ashcroft - Break the Night With Colour
After two years away Richard Ashcroft returns again to fill our hearts and souls. His new single "Break the Night With Colour" was released on 9th January 2006 under his new label Parlophone and upon hearing the single for the first time, I sensed the feeling that his roots now lie along side new mates Coldplay.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6284/ | 433 hits
After two years away Richard Ashcroft returns again to fill our hearts and souls. His new single "Break the Night With Colour" was released on 9th January 2006 under his new label Parlophone and upon hearing the single for the first time, I sensed the feeling that his roots now lie along side new mates Coldplay.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6284/ | 433 hits
Live Review: Glasvegas + GoGoBot
This was perhaps my most anticipated gig of the year so far. Ever since hearing 'Daddy's Gone' I've been a big fan and having missed their last trip to Leeds at the Faversham I was not going to miss this one.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9673/ | 555 hits
This was perhaps my most anticipated gig of the year so far. Ever since hearing 'Daddy's Gone' I've been a big fan and having missed their last trip to Leeds at the Faversham I was not going to miss this one.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9673/ | 555 hits
CD Review: Slighty Alien - Untitled
Picture the scene, playing a gig and someone comes up to you asking to review their CD. OK or so I thought!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/149/ | 383 hits
Picture the scene, playing a gig and someone comes up to you asking to review their CD. OK or so I thought!
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/149/ | 383 hits
CD Review: Linus - Total Waste Of Time
Linus present a jazz tinged singer-songwriter compilation of songs by Chris Holliday, Chris Simmonds and Lee Johnson.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/64/ | 111 hits
Linus present a jazz tinged singer-songwriter compilation of songs by Chris Holliday, Chris Simmonds and Lee Johnson.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/64/ | 111 hits
CD Review: Herdwhite - Put Down Your Weapons
Andy Pegram sounds like more of a music lover and collector than a music creator. His solo digital empire runs to a lot of neat bits and pieces, lovingly spliced out of the earlier days of electronic dance euphoria.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2341/ | 169 hits
Andy Pegram sounds like more of a music lover and collector than a music creator. His solo digital empire runs to a lot of neat bits and pieces, lovingly spliced out of the earlier days of electronic dance euphoria.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2341/ | 169 hits
CD Review: Obsessive Compulsive - Crash EP
I was looking forward to listening to this CD, because it had a female vocalist, and I just love listening to bands with female vocalists and this was no exception.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/398/ | 118 hits
I was looking forward to listening to this CD, because it had a female vocalist, and I just love listening to bands with female vocalists and this was no exception.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/398/ | 118 hits
CD Review: The Playmates - Smash Hits / Jackie Wright
The Playmates just reek of scuzz. They've got scuzz seeping out of every orifice. They've got scuzz in places you don't even have places.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6725/ | 552 hits
The Playmates just reek of scuzz. They've got scuzz seeping out of every orifice. They've got scuzz in places you don't even have places.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6725/ | 552 hits
CD Review: Velvet Revolver - Fall To Pieces
I'm starting to wish I'd been more into Guns n Roses when I was younger. I also wish I'd taken more notice of the advice that I'd like Stone Temple Pilots.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3325/ | 885 hits
I'm starting to wish I'd been more into Guns n Roses when I was younger. I also wish I'd taken more notice of the advice that I'd like Stone Temple Pilots.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3325/ | 885 hits
CD Review: The Blue Eyed Shark Experiment - Aun Apprendo
The four tracks that make up this EP form a diverse bunch of inoffensive ditties, all of which are listenable but none of which stand out and beg for further attention.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11528/ | 189 hits
The four tracks that make up this EP form a diverse bunch of inoffensive ditties, all of which are listenable but none of which stand out and beg for further attention.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11528/ | 189 hits
Live Review: Love with Arthur Lee + Chris Helme
With one brand new song and the Love band playing more confidently than ever, this was the Arthur Lee bonus gig to complement last year's triumphant tour.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2376/ | 602 hits
With one brand new song and the Love band playing more confidently than ever, this was the Arthur Lee bonus gig to complement last year's triumphant tour.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2376/ | 602 hits
Live Review: Neil Cowley Trio + Joel Purnell Quartet + Steve Parry And The Big Band From Hell
The Leeds Jazz festival has become an easy way for the average music lover to be exposed to a whole host of talented Jazz musicians from across the UK.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9994/ | 175 hits
The Leeds Jazz festival has become an easy way for the average music lover to be exposed to a whole host of talented Jazz musicians from across the UK.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9994/ | 175 hits
CD Review: Speed Circus - Rosie
I resisted this and it still won. Speed Circus can really do it: types of music that never grabbed me before have got me this time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10449/ | 176 hits
I resisted this and it still won. Speed Circus can really do it: types of music that never grabbed me before have got me this time.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10449/ | 176 hits
CD Review: The Invention - Untitled
The opening bars of the mistitled "Orgasm" are beautifully done. A well controlled and very sweet guitar phrase leads into Anthony Slattery's very good vocal delivery on a big open song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/253/ | 261 hits
The opening bars of the mistitled "Orgasm" are beautifully done. A well controlled and very sweet guitar phrase leads into Anthony Slattery's very good vocal delivery on a big open song.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/253/ | 261 hits
Live Review: Rose Kemp + Joe Volk + Oli Deakin + Laura Groves
Blank generation disco is the new monthly live music night at the Love Apple, Bradford, a venue that is well worth the train journey from Leeds, or wherever you may be coming from.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7205/ | 441 hits
Blank generation disco is the new monthly live music night at the Love Apple, Bradford, a venue that is well worth the train journey from Leeds, or wherever you may be coming from.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/7205/ | 441 hits
CD Review: Capital State - Middle Of The Night
Capital State are making a lot of the running on the Leeds scene these days. High profile gigs, a growing following and this smart new 3 track CD commits them to the West Yorkshire Premiership, with a special award for pleasing the crowd.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/66/ | 179 hits
Capital State are making a lot of the running on the Leeds scene these days. High profile gigs, a growing following and this smart new 3 track CD commits them to the West Yorkshire Premiership, with a special award for pleasing the crowd.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/66/ | 179 hits
CD Review: The Palms - Untitled
The Palms really fit the modern day bill with their take on the current Indie rock / dance scene ala Kasabian, but one or too vocal production issues and an occasional penchant for misguided fret-wanking hold them back from hitting the full throttle.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4299/ | 392 hits
The Palms really fit the modern day bill with their take on the current Indie rock / dance scene ala Kasabian, but one or too vocal production issues and an occasional penchant for misguided fret-wanking hold them back from hitting the full throttle.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4299/ | 392 hits
Live Review: Bassa Bassa
Graham Jones - Bass Mark Priestly - Guitar Bruce Renshaw - Drums (dep) Ruth Coffey - Congas Caroline Standen - Flute/Alto Saxophone Alison Sheldon - Clarinet Paul Lee - Soprano/Tenor Saxophones Christine Smith - Tenor Saxophone Richard Scott - Baritone Saxophone Helen Mills - Trumpet Jem Dobbs - Trumpet Steve Etheridge - Trombone Rich Warrington - Trombone Throwing a party?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2585/ | 297 hits
Graham Jones - Bass Mark Priestly - Guitar Bruce Renshaw - Drums (dep) Ruth Coffey - Congas Caroline Standen - Flute/Alto Saxophone Alison Sheldon - Clarinet Paul Lee - Soprano/Tenor Saxophones Christine Smith - Tenor Saxophone Richard Scott - Baritone Saxophone Helen Mills - Trumpet Jem Dobbs - Trumpet Steve Etheridge - Trombone Rich Warrington - Trombone Throwing a party?
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2585/ | 297 hits
Band Profile: PlaygrounD
Playground was born in around 1993, and after many summers practice in the bottle shed of the Cricketers Arms Seacroft, we emerged a pale and interesting bunch, with some raw talent and some dark grooves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11157/ | 79 hits
Playground was born in around 1993, and after many summers practice in the bottle shed of the Cricketers Arms Seacroft, we emerged a pale and interesting bunch, with some raw talent and some dark grooves.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/11157/ | 79 hits
CD Review: Mumford & Sons - The Cave
Mumford and Sons continue to impress with the third single released from their debut album 'Sigh No More.' 'The Cave' is a song of passion and hope that showcases the band's musical sensitivity.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12505/ | 126 hits
Mumford and Sons continue to impress with the third single released from their debut album 'Sigh No More.' 'The Cave' is a song of passion and hope that showcases the band's musical sensitivity.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/12505/ | 126 hits
CD Review: Maximo Park - Graffiti
Having been brought up listening to all the 60's and 70's hippy-mod bands, it was a real treat to be sent this CD, all I can say is these guys have some talent between them, and a very decent producer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3788/ | 529 hits
Having been brought up listening to all the 60's and 70's hippy-mod bands, it was a real treat to be sent this CD, all I can say is these guys have some talent between them, and a very decent producer.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3788/ | 529 hits
Live Review: Northern Theremonic + Happy as Larry + Ramon + Graham Coules
I came tonight for only the second time to the Royal Park pub and I was indeed a Panama Virgin. I had heard good things about Steve Kind and his nights and was eager to find out if they were true.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1053/ | 227 hits
I came tonight for only the second time to the Royal Park pub and I was indeed a Panama Virgin. I had heard good things about Steve Kind and his nights and was eager to find out if they were true.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1053/ | 227 hits
Live Review: The Somatics + Tom Gourley
Yet another top night at Josephs' Well, to see two bands, or should I say acts because the first is a solo guy with but an acoustic guitar to his name, which is incidentally TOM GOURLEY.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1173/ | 193 hits
Yet another top night at Josephs' Well, to see two bands, or should I say acts because the first is a solo guy with but an acoustic guitar to his name, which is incidentally TOM GOURLEY.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1173/ | 193 hits
CD Review: Amy Studt - My Paper Made Men
You may recognise the name and remember Amy Studt as a hesitant yet flourishing teenage star. After her debut album sold around 200,000 copies and she gained 3 top twenty singles, she pondered stepping out of the world of music for good.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9482/ | 1,248 hits
You may recognise the name and remember Amy Studt as a hesitant yet flourishing teenage star. After her debut album sold around 200,000 copies and she gained 3 top twenty singles, she pondered stepping out of the world of music for good.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9482/ | 1,248 hits
CD Review: Captain Wilberforce - Everyone Loves A Villain
This release is quite a confusing listen. The explosive, fuzzy power-pop 'gems' of Captain Wilberforce's previous releases set the tone, with a thoroughly tolerable, bubbly aim to please.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9353/ | 403 hits
This release is quite a confusing listen. The explosive, fuzzy power-pop 'gems' of Captain Wilberforce's previous releases set the tone, with a thoroughly tolerable, bubbly aim to please.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/9353/ | 403 hits
CD Review: Shirley Lee - Shirley Lee
Shirley Lee's self-titled debut album is a collection of Brit-pop style love songs. This album is a solo project and is a change from Lee's usual role as frontman of the Spearmints.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10385/ | 139 hits
Shirley Lee's self-titled debut album is a collection of Brit-pop style love songs. This album is a solo project and is a change from Lee's usual role as frontman of the Spearmints.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10385/ | 139 hits
CD Review: This Days Fury - Untitled
This Days Fury don't so much wear their influences on their respective sleeves as paint them in thirty foot high day-glo letters and carry them around on a rotating bill board.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3801/ | 366 hits
This Days Fury don't so much wear their influences on their respective sleeves as paint them in thirty foot high day-glo letters and carry them around on a rotating bill board.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3801/ | 366 hits
CD Review: Freeland - Cope
Is DJ/Producer now just the male equivalent of Actress/Model/Whatever? Adam Freeland, currently a fairly small fish in the Chemical Bros/Calvin Harris pond hopes to move to warmer techno-tepid waters with his second solo LP 'Cope.' He's certainly roped in enough interesting guests to give himself an edge.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10872/ | 89 hits
Is DJ/Producer now just the male equivalent of Actress/Model/Whatever? Adam Freeland, currently a fairly small fish in the Chemical Bros/Calvin Harris pond hopes to move to warmer techno-tepid waters with his second solo LP 'Cope.' He's certainly roped in enough interesting guests to give himself an edge.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10872/ | 89 hits
CD Review: Paddy Steer - Dragons Breath
God, I feel so old sometimes. This is another name to ring a bell that will send you young whippersnappers to your research engine of choice.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10740/ | 84 hits
God, I feel so old sometimes. This is another name to ring a bell that will send you young whippersnappers to your research engine of choice.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10740/ | 84 hits
CD Review: Lou Barlow - Holding Back the Year
About to embark, or currently on - depending on when you read this - a pretty miniscule tour of the UK is alt rock granddaddy Lou Barlow.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3959/ | 183 hits
About to embark, or currently on - depending on when you read this - a pretty miniscule tour of the UK is alt rock granddaddy Lou Barlow.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/3959/ | 183 hits
CD Review: The Unisex - Watching Traffic EP
It seems that when they are not busy making porn movies, the people of Sweden also like to produce top notch records for the rest of the world to enjoy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2854/ | 127 hits
It seems that when they are not busy making porn movies, the people of Sweden also like to produce top notch records for the rest of the world to enjoy.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/2854/ | 127 hits
CD Review: John Parkes - Faithlessnessless
John Parkes is a singer songwriter in the most traditional of senses. One man, his guitar and his occasional harmonica is as much as is needed on this 12 song solo break from Whole Sky Monitor.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6994/ | 122 hits
John Parkes is a singer songwriter in the most traditional of senses. One man, his guitar and his occasional harmonica is as much as is needed on this 12 song solo break from Whole Sky Monitor.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/6994/ | 122 hits
Live Review: Daghdha
Not many bands in Leeds will have played Horsforth Social Club, and I dare say not many bands will. It's a good-sized venue and is easy to find.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1288/ | 143 hits
Not many bands in Leeds will have played Horsforth Social Club, and I dare say not many bands will. It's a good-sized venue and is easy to find.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/1288/ | 143 hits
CD Review: Orange Fall - Untitled
Classic 70s/80s Rock sounds different from each side of the guitar. When your foot's on the monitor speaker those ringing power chords, the thrill of that stereo effect double lead solo, the surge of the harmonies and the deep judder of the rhythm section feel like the power to take over the world, if not a small section of the universe.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/433/ | 209 hits
Classic 70s/80s Rock sounds different from each side of the guitar. When your foot's on the monitor speaker those ringing power chords, the thrill of that stereo effect double lead solo, the surge of the harmonies and the deep judder of the rhythm section feel like the power to take over the world, if not a small section of the universe.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/433/ | 209 hits
CD Review: Twisted Wheel - Twisted Wheel
Phrases like "A Band For The People" and "Proper Music That You Can Believe In" are definitely over-used phrases since two brothers by the name of Gallagher came onto the British music scene, and Twisted Wheel are definitely a band for which the above cliche apply, but please don't stop reading here.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10595/ | 326 hits
Phrases like "A Band For The People" and "Proper Music That You Can Believe In" are definitely over-used phrases since two brothers by the name of Gallagher came onto the British music scene, and Twisted Wheel are definitely a band for which the above cliche apply, but please don't stop reading here.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10595/ | 326 hits
CD Review: Quinta - My Sister, Boudicca
Limited to 200 screen-printed, hand-stamped, hand-numbered and sewn together recycled cardstock sleeve copies, 'My Sister, Boudicca' is the debut album of musical wonder-woman Quinta.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10617/ | 143 hits
Limited to 200 screen-printed, hand-stamped, hand-numbered and sewn together recycled cardstock sleeve copies, 'My Sister, Boudicca' is the debut album of musical wonder-woman Quinta.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/10617/ | 143 hits
Live Review: 9 Volt Shot + Ajanta + Myopia
An evening of contrasts at the New Roscoe was enjoyed by a pleasantly sizable crowd - given that it was a Wednesday night and clashed with the nation's prima donnas kicking a bag of wind with scant success - proof, if proof be need be, that live music at grass roots level is alive and kicking.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4234/ | 417 hits
An evening of contrasts at the New Roscoe was enjoyed by a pleasantly sizable crowd - given that it was a Wednesday night and clashed with the nation's prima donnas kicking a bag of wind with scant success - proof, if proof be need be, that live music at grass roots level is alive and kicking.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/4234/ | 417 hits
CD Review: Felix Leiter - Lighter Than Leiter
"Lighter than Leiter" is a 2 track CD with "Ten to Seven" and "Learning to be Selfish" pushing out the word about this back to basics three piece band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/141/ | 348 hits
"Lighter than Leiter" is a 2 track CD with "Ten to Seven" and "Learning to be Selfish" pushing out the word about this back to basics three piece band.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/141/ | 348 hits
Live Review: Selflove
Milo was hosting Night Vision, an interesting mix of music and poetry. Playing first, a three-piece who didn't give their name gave a short mix of covers including and an innovative re-working of Frou Frou's "Let Go" and a somewhat less innovative version of Ryan Adams' "Oh My Sweet Carolina" (maybe they should've done the 'classic' "This Is It"), as well as traditional Irish folk songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8981/ | 226 hits
Milo was hosting Night Vision, an interesting mix of music and poetry. Playing first, a three-piece who didn't give their name gave a short mix of covers including and an innovative re-working of Frou Frou's "Let Go" and a somewhat less innovative version of Ryan Adams' "Oh My Sweet Carolina" (maybe they should've done the 'classic' "This Is It"), as well as traditional Irish folk songs.
www.leedsmusicscene.net/article/8981/ | 226 hits