Local outfit, Trunk, have made considerable noise on the live scene of late. Pushing the live sound into a substantial recording, new single, ‘Save’, blasts its way into the collective conscience. Dam…
Interviews
Music: “The reaction has always been amazing” Failed To Ignite Unveils New Release
County Durham independent solo artist, Failed to Ignite, has just unveiled his new single, ‘Sit Down’. Rob Glover caught up with the pop-punk/alt-emo songwriter to find out more about home recording, …
Music: “It’s been really phenomenal to watch it take life in a new atmosphere” Mannequin Pussy head to The Grove, Newcastle
Adam Kennedy talks with Marisa “Missy” Dabice from Mannequin Pussy about the band’s new album, ‘I Got Heaven’. You are currently on tour in the US. How have the shows been going so far? Every single o…
Music: “There are a lot of references to letting go of the past” Jade Mia Broadhead Releases New Material
Ahead of her upcoming EP, ‘Seasons’, Andi Talbot caught up with local trans punk singer/songwriter Jade Mia Broadhead to find out about the release. When was the EP written? It was written…
Music: “The DIY spirit of that time hopefully comes through in our live shows” Ponyland Return With New Album
As North East outfit Ponyland unveil their new album, Kev Short caught up with the band to discuss living off-grid, being spontaneous on stage and more. For the uninitiated, could you tell us a bit ab…
Music: “We have a summer of festivals as well as a lot more music to release” Michael Gallagher Unveils New Release
Coming back with a rollicking new single, local songwriting talent Michael Gallagher continues to go from strength to strength. Designed for the summer season, ‘Out of Time’ builds on Gallagher’s rece…
Music: “We decided to record the EP by ourselves to challenge us” Swindled Unveil New EP
Sunderland indie outfit, Swindled, return with a new EP which shows their softer side. Lee Allcock caught up with the band to discuss the acoustic release, John Lennon and more. Why did you decide to …
Music: “Listen to it and give us more reaction” Reservoirs Return With New EP
Jazz/country-influenced outfit, Reservoirs, return with their new EP simply titled ‘EP 2’. Lee Allcock caught up with the band to discuss Johnny Cash, recording the EP with Harbourmaster, and much mor…
Interview: “I think that this is one of the best records I have ever made” Elaine Palmer Returns with New Album
Elaine began life living in an old watermill near Whitby in Yorkshire, with her poetic origins still influencing her songwriting and storytelling today. Songwriting has been in her soul since around t…
Music: “The record is really uplifting and joyful” James Head to Newcastle
As James head to Newcastle’s Utilita Arena this June, Lee Allcock caught up with the band to discuss their new album, ageism and more. Tell me a bit about your 18th album, ‘Yummy’. It confronts ageism…