Blues-infused alt-rock duo When Rivers Meet open up about the creative direction behind their new single ‘The Script’ and how it signals a bold step forward into their upcoming album ‘Rhythm Rust &…
Interviews
Music: “There’s nothing worse than dishonest music” Davina and the Vagabonds Head to The Cluny
Joanna Long spoke with Davina Sowers, vocalist and pianist behind Davina and the Vagabonds, ahead of their show at The Cluny, discussing musical roots, staying authentic, and why she refuses to play t…
Music: “Every song we play, we connect with emotionally” Newcastle’s A New Nowhere Release New Music
Newcastle-based alternative rock/grunge band A New Nowhere are continuing to go from strength to strength, helping to open a new HMV store, qualifying for the semi-finals of Metal 2 Masses, preparing …
Music: “With the state of the music industry and the rise of AI, it feels like no one can find their way” Middle Management Become Successpit
Rising from the ashes of Middle Management, Successpit arrives with a rebrand that feels less like a simple name change and more like a tongue-in-cheek manifesto. Blending sharp humour, social comment…
Music: “I’ve always found the darker things in life appealing” Amateur Ornithologist Return with New Album
North East outfit Amateur Ornithologist return with new album ‘The Haunted Life of Architecture’, a collage of gothic post-punk, indie folk, chamber pop and art-rock that confronts themes of memory, l…
Music: “It is a privilege to share a stage with strong women who have carved out their place through talent and sheer determination” Elaine Palmer Returns With New Mini-Album
Hailing from an isolated village up on the North Yorkshire Moors, Elaine Palmer has spent much of her life travelling back and forth to family in Phoenix, Arizona. Growing up in an old Watermill, she …
Music: “I fell out with the whole situation and didn’t touch music for about four years” Middlesbrough’s Silver Pony Unveil New Single
Middlesbrough songwriter Corey Bowen stepped away from music entirely for a time, but he is back, having quietly built something new away from the spotlight. Under the subtly rebellious alias Silver P…
Music: “Teesside and East Cleveland have so many interesting folk tales, archetypes, and cultural histories” Teesside Artist Glad Town Ghost Unleashes New Single This Friday
Lee Allcock spoke with Teesside singer-songwriter Glad Town Ghost about his inspirations behind new track ‘Riverbank’, the influence of Teesside on his work, and how parenthood has shaped his creative…
Music: “It was often said when Trump first came in that at least we’d get some good art out of it” Alabama’s Sister Ray Davies Head to Newcastle
Sister Ray Davies may hail from Alabama, a state synonymous with bluegrass and the Americana sound, but last year’s album ‘Holy Island’ was inspired by a small tidal island off the coast of Northumber…
Music: “I’ve always lived with fear” Millie Manders And The Shut Up Head to Darlington
Millie Manders And The Shut Up have built a reputation for fearless lyricism and emotionally charged performances. Blending punk, ska, pop-punk and classical influences, their songs explore mental hea…