james I am going to start with a confession, I love James, they were a part of my student life and have continued to be part of my musical palate ever since. I genuinely think they are one of the best live acts in the UK and incredibly talented musicians with Tim being an amazing front man. Why am I starting with that confession, it’s simple, I don’t think this was the best James gig I’ve been to, and I’ve been thinking hard about why. Don’t get me wrong it was still great an

Bleachers have released 'The Van', the third single from their forthcoming fifth studio album 'Everyone For Ten Minutes' which is due to be released on the 22 nd of May. It’s a lovely slice of what I can best describe as rock and americana with a lovely vibe to it and lyrics that suggest some form of spiritual awakening but also a longing for acceptance. The kind of song you can put on, sink into to and let it wash over you. Given how good Bleachers are live this is going to

Just prior to his appearance on the Blues show with Cerys Matthews blue and Americana artist Sunjay released his new single, 'That’s Love', which is a teaser for his new album, which will be his tenth, 'Split the Sheets' due out later this year. It’s a proper slice of blues, country, pop and Americana with an infectious chorus, an almost chaotic feel, lots of quality vocals from Sunjay and his backing singers and the kind of groove that will get you onto a dance floor if this

Tracklist: Act My Age Elevate Love Letter Oxytocin Cry Baby Sucker Fitting In DWIW Bones Diggin' Old Friend Masca formed in lock down and have slowly been building a reputation since then, even a personal change due to one of the band being asked to tour with Dua Lipa has not derailed their upwards progress. They are now ready to release their debut album, which will be released on the 3 rd of April via Cold Hard Bangers. The Bristol trio have been garnering a reputation on

Tracklist: 1. Falling In Love Again 2. Take It Easy 3. Spinning Me Out 4. Infinity 5. Hurricane 6. Look Up 7. Feel It All 8. Thunderstorms 9. Moment 10. Monday Morning Alex Melton rose to prominence covering punk songs as country influenced songs and, as a result, garnered millions of streams. He’s now decided to release an album of his own original music. It’s a brave move for someone who was known for reinventing other people’s songs. The album, released on Pure Noise recor

Tracklist: Avenging Angel The Heart Wants What It Wants Lightning Never Strikes Twice I Ruin Everything A Little Drop of Poison I’m Done With London He’ an Unexploded Bomb Starlight Lounge The Kiss That Kills What Went Wrong She Finds Love Wherever She Can I don’t think I’ve ever heard an album like this one. I’m not sure there’s been anything like this in a long time, if ever. It’s out via Music Saves, on the 1 st of May, time for a bit of pre-saving, I think! There is als