BBC 6 MUSIC`s:
Jon Richardson (Comedian)http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/shows/jon_richardson/biog_jon.shtml
Steve Lemacq (New music genius)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/shows/steve_lamacq/
BBC 1 EXTRA`S:
Gemma and Trevor Nelson ( Debates and new music)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/1xtra/breakfast/profile/
Sunday, 27 December 2009
Top 5 albums of 2009: Mumford & Sons "Sigh No More" Album review
Mumford & Sons (English Folk Rock band from London): One of the best albums of 2009. There is no need for an explanation, Mumford & Sons are overwhelmingly unbelievably unique, true and powerful. They are a band with such purity and rare talent. There is no disappointment left from the Mumford & Sons album "Sigh No More". The story of Mumford & Sons begins with "Sigh No More" a powerful song to kick start the album. In some ways than others it is a song of courage and love.
As the story continues with "The Cave" where it has amazing brutal lyrics and it comes across as a song of Independence. The 3rd track on the album, "Winter Winds" is there second single from the album which was released on 7th December 2009 which was a hit in the festive season of Christmas in the UK. "I gave you all" which is track 6 on the album, starts as a soft rusty voice coming from "Marcus Mumford" until the song reaches a substantial climate of rage and anger where the listeners can feel the sinister voice coming from the song. "Little Lion Man" the next song on the album was Mumford & Sons first single released 5th October 2009 along with the album. "Little Lion Man" is the skin of the album, a song which is deep but at the same time a happy but powerful song. Dust Bowl Dance the 11th track on the album is the core song of the album, which truly shows the pure and truthful lyrics by Mumford & Sons. The song slowly becomes fast and powerful as the lyrics of the song develop.
This album is beautifully moving and is the first album coming from Mumford & Sons but a great one too. So I reccomend you to buy it as its worth more than every little piece of your heart.
As the story continues with "The Cave" where it has amazing brutal lyrics and it comes across as a song of Independence. The 3rd track on the album, "Winter Winds" is there second single from the album which was released on 7th December 2009 which was a hit in the festive season of Christmas in the UK. "I gave you all" which is track 6 on the album, starts as a soft rusty voice coming from "Marcus Mumford" until the song reaches a substantial climate of rage and anger where the listeners can feel the sinister voice coming from the song. "Little Lion Man" the next song on the album was Mumford & Sons first single released 5th October 2009 along with the album. "Little Lion Man" is the skin of the album, a song which is deep but at the same time a happy but powerful song. Dust Bowl Dance the 11th track on the album is the core song of the album, which truly shows the pure and truthful lyrics by Mumford & Sons. The song slowly becomes fast and powerful as the lyrics of the song develop.
This album is beautifully moving and is the first album coming from Mumford & Sons but a great one too. So I reccomend you to buy it as its worth more than every little piece of your heart.
Sunday, 18 October 2009
Frank Turner tour: Plays at Student Union Plymouth.
Beans on Toast, Fake Problems and Frank Turner came to the stage at the Student union in Plymouth on Saturday 24th October.
Kick Starting the 4 hour show Beans on Toast: (A guy and his Guitar, singing about drugs, women and Tesco’s.)
Sounds like: Ian Dury & the Blockheads.
Beans on Toast welcomed the stage with some of his songs, including "The Price of Rice" and "Coke". Apart from introducing the crowd to his deadly drug songs, he also shared some personal gossip about what happened with another woman the night before. But let`s not go into his private life of woman even if he did say he cheated on his girlfriend. I`m sure all bands tell a little story on stage whether or not it is a white lie.After a show of drugs anonymous and a few laughs from Beans on Toast.
Fake Problems took the stage: (A indie pop, folk and punk band from Naples, FL.)Fake problems performed a magnificent show. One of the best live support bands I have seen in a while.
Sounds like: The Airborne Toxic Event, Nick Cave & the Badseeds
Lead singer Chris Farren has what you call, the Kings of Leon sound. Which is a strong voice that has soul and heart to every song. Usually when you hear a band for the first time you either hate it from the start or you don`t bother at all to take time to listen. But this band has the sound to turn that frown upside down. Fake problems have potential to turn a support performance into their own show. Alongside the lead singer with his "sexy" voice. Fake Problems have heart warming lonesome lyrics; with their success in lyrics they have the key to everyone’s heart.After a ear blowing performance, fake problems are well on their way to the hearts of music lovers and teenage crushes.
Frank Turner entered with a huge applause from the crowd: (A Smiley, happy Guy with his guitar and his band from Winchester with mixed genres of, Folk/indie rock/pop.)
Sounds like: Frank Turner, ABBA.
After a long anticipating wait of trying to spot the real Frank Turner rather than making an eye at someone scattering around the stage with a checkered shirt. Frank turner is welcomed with an excited applause and enters the stage with his guitar, his smile and a red checkered shirt.
His performance was as suspected. Brilliant!
Frank Turner`s catchy songs and smile made the performance happy as a whole. After a few songs were played from the new album along with the song "Dan`s Song" in which frank asked a member of the audience to accompany him and play the harmonica. Ben the harmonica player with his blonde bouncing hair was over the moon. He clearly was happy with himself, even if he didn`t know how to play the harmonica he still played along with Frank and his guitar.
Frank also played his hit single "The Road" which got the audience pointing East, West, North and South. After an amazing performance from Frank Turner, the crowd could only want more.
So Frank Turner came to the stage for a second welcome. Along with Fake Problems and Beans on Toast. And finally Frank Turner plays "Reasons not to be an idiot" which was as expected, it was immense!
Kick Starting the 4 hour show Beans on Toast: (A guy and his Guitar, singing about drugs, women and Tesco’s.)
Sounds like: Ian Dury & the Blockheads.
Beans on Toast welcomed the stage with some of his songs, including "The Price of Rice" and "Coke". Apart from introducing the crowd to his deadly drug songs, he also shared some personal gossip about what happened with another woman the night before. But let`s not go into his private life of woman even if he did say he cheated on his girlfriend. I`m sure all bands tell a little story on stage whether or not it is a white lie.After a show of drugs anonymous and a few laughs from Beans on Toast.
Fake Problems took the stage: (A indie pop, folk and punk band from Naples, FL.)Fake problems performed a magnificent show. One of the best live support bands I have seen in a while.
Sounds like: The Airborne Toxic Event, Nick Cave & the Badseeds
Lead singer Chris Farren has what you call, the Kings of Leon sound. Which is a strong voice that has soul and heart to every song. Usually when you hear a band for the first time you either hate it from the start or you don`t bother at all to take time to listen. But this band has the sound to turn that frown upside down. Fake problems have potential to turn a support performance into their own show. Alongside the lead singer with his "sexy" voice. Fake Problems have heart warming lonesome lyrics; with their success in lyrics they have the key to everyone’s heart.After a ear blowing performance, fake problems are well on their way to the hearts of music lovers and teenage crushes.
Frank Turner entered with a huge applause from the crowd: (A Smiley, happy Guy with his guitar and his band from Winchester with mixed genres of, Folk/indie rock/pop.)
Sounds like: Frank Turner, ABBA.
After a long anticipating wait of trying to spot the real Frank Turner rather than making an eye at someone scattering around the stage with a checkered shirt. Frank turner is welcomed with an excited applause and enters the stage with his guitar, his smile and a red checkered shirt.
His performance was as suspected. Brilliant!
Frank Turner`s catchy songs and smile made the performance happy as a whole. After a few songs were played from the new album along with the song "Dan`s Song" in which frank asked a member of the audience to accompany him and play the harmonica. Ben the harmonica player with his blonde bouncing hair was over the moon. He clearly was happy with himself, even if he didn`t know how to play the harmonica he still played along with Frank and his guitar.
Frank also played his hit single "The Road" which got the audience pointing East, West, North and South. After an amazing performance from Frank Turner, the crowd could only want more.
So Frank Turner came to the stage for a second welcome. Along with Fake Problems and Beans on Toast. And finally Frank Turner plays "Reasons not to be an idiot" which was as expected, it was immense!
Monday, 14 September 2009
My Top 5 of Summer 2009
1. Dan Le Sac Vs Scroobuis Pip (They are a spoken word and Hip-hop duo)
I saw these at Glastonbury 2009. I think the first time I came across them was in 2008. And then decided to buy the album "Angels", I then was beginning to understand who they really were. They were amazing at Glastonbury in the "Queens Head". I got there early and got a front row spot, the experience of seeing Dan Le Sac Vs Scroobuis Pip, was immense. I suspected for them to be good, but they were even better than good. Although they didn’t play all of their tracks off their album, they played a few new songs. But my most favourite song they played was "The beat that my heart skipped", this a solid track that shows the real flesh of who they are. And live was beyond unbelievable, there were lights flashing along to the rhythm of the beats and this track really got the crowd going.
2. The Maccabees (Indie band from Brighton)I was first thrown away by the song "First Love" by The Maccabees early in 2007, the vocals and the lyrics were so strong as the song built up. After that I was so desperate to see them live. Nevertheless at Glastonbury 2009, I was shore not to miss them. However they happened to clash with Regina Spektor. So I was torn between the two. I went to Regina Spektor at the pyramid stage in the end. Although I happened to find out they were playing at the Guardian Lounge which I was so relieved about. They were amazing, and the venue made it very special. They played nearly all there songs apart from a few and they introduced new music from there new album too. But I was especially pleased that they played "First love" and "Toothpaste Kisses" which is also one of my favorite songs of theirs too.
3. Regina Spektor (Regina Spektor makes quirky, highly eclectic, but always personal music)I first discovered Regina Spektor in April 2009 by a friend. Regina then released her new single "Laughing with".
I then discovered that she was playing at Glastonbury. Although I didn’t have an idea of what her performance was going to be like, but I was told she was going to be good. But after seeing her, I didn’t have any disappointment in her performance; she was utterly unique and amazing. And again I fell for another unforgettable artist. I am now really into her new alum "Far" and I have also travelled back into her older music too. I enjoy her music and hopefully that enjoyment will carry on.
4. Mumford & Sons (Folk Band) I first discovered their music a while back on the radio, but never really caught on to them or gave them much a listen. I regret that massively, though they recently had their single released "Little Lion Man", which is an amazing, powerful song. I now love their music massively. When I was at Glastonbury, I found out they were playing in the "Greenpeace Tent" along with "Laura Marling" which I was amazed and excited by, because they both weren’t on the line up at all. After a late arrival from "Mumford and Sons" they entered the stage. However I couldn’t quite see the stage which is always a problem at a small venue with a big crowd. Though they were amazing live, they were just what I expected. I was amazed by their performance because they created a huge crowd but amazing atmosphere. I would happily go and see them again, although they wouldn`t sound the same, they won’t ever be in a better place and time at Glastonbury.
5. Florence & The Machine (Florence has a crazy, strong musical talent of folk, experimental pop and indie. Her band is the machine.)I first discovered Florence & the Machine in early April of 2008. That summer she performed in the "Queens Head" at Glastonbury. She was on the list to see, but unfortunately I missed her.
I then discovered some of her new music early this year and she became massively popular in the charts. This year she played at Glastonbury again, but she was performing at the John Peel Stage. I was really excited to see her; she was 5 stars at the top of my list to see. I was crazy about seeing her live. When it came to the night she was playing, I got there early as I wanted to get near the front. But I didn’t want to go right at the front as I wanted the atmosphere to be around me I was about forth row back. However it was unfortunate that I couldn`t see anybody I knew, because I was looking forward to sharing the experience with everyone but, I couldn’t see anyone as Florence & the Machine reached the stage. And while she was performing I held up a Foam thumbs up hand to see if my friends could see me. I did saw them in the crowd on the big screens, I waved, but then I realised they couldnt see me. I only saw them. So I just held up my foam thumbs up and danced and sang along to the music. At the time I was amazed, but at the end although she was amazing and finished with the cover of "You got the love”. However I didn’t think it was a good experience of her performance, I think I would have enjoyed her more if I had friends around me, nevertheless to me, I think Florence & The Machine was good live and she’s got great sound, don’t get me wrong she is an amazing unique act. Though I believe her album isn’t has good as I was expecting.
All her music is the same, which was what I didn’t want, but for some people it’s a more of a good reason to like her album.
To be honest her music has become more of a pop act. Which I don’t dislike, I am glad she has become more popular. But something about her music has changed and the way everyone talks about her being this amazing "Unique Star" makes her music and her an unreal character. I would recommend going to see her live, if you like acrobatic dancing and howling music.
I guess what you have to learn from this experience is if you want to go to a band you love with your friends and it turns out they dont come. You shouldn`t let it get to you. Just enjoy the band. Because its your experience...
I saw these at Glastonbury 2009. I think the first time I came across them was in 2008. And then decided to buy the album "Angels", I then was beginning to understand who they really were. They were amazing at Glastonbury in the "Queens Head". I got there early and got a front row spot, the experience of seeing Dan Le Sac Vs Scroobuis Pip, was immense. I suspected for them to be good, but they were even better than good. Although they didn’t play all of their tracks off their album, they played a few new songs. But my most favourite song they played was "The beat that my heart skipped", this a solid track that shows the real flesh of who they are. And live was beyond unbelievable, there were lights flashing along to the rhythm of the beats and this track really got the crowd going.
2. The Maccabees (Indie band from Brighton)I was first thrown away by the song "First Love" by The Maccabees early in 2007, the vocals and the lyrics were so strong as the song built up. After that I was so desperate to see them live. Nevertheless at Glastonbury 2009, I was shore not to miss them. However they happened to clash with Regina Spektor. So I was torn between the two. I went to Regina Spektor at the pyramid stage in the end. Although I happened to find out they were playing at the Guardian Lounge which I was so relieved about. They were amazing, and the venue made it very special. They played nearly all there songs apart from a few and they introduced new music from there new album too. But I was especially pleased that they played "First love" and "Toothpaste Kisses" which is also one of my favorite songs of theirs too.
3. Regina Spektor (Regina Spektor makes quirky, highly eclectic, but always personal music)I first discovered Regina Spektor in April 2009 by a friend. Regina then released her new single "Laughing with".
I then discovered that she was playing at Glastonbury. Although I didn’t have an idea of what her performance was going to be like, but I was told she was going to be good. But after seeing her, I didn’t have any disappointment in her performance; she was utterly unique and amazing. And again I fell for another unforgettable artist. I am now really into her new alum "Far" and I have also travelled back into her older music too. I enjoy her music and hopefully that enjoyment will carry on.
4. Mumford & Sons (Folk Band) I first discovered their music a while back on the radio, but never really caught on to them or gave them much a listen. I regret that massively, though they recently had their single released "Little Lion Man", which is an amazing, powerful song. I now love their music massively. When I was at Glastonbury, I found out they were playing in the "Greenpeace Tent" along with "Laura Marling" which I was amazed and excited by, because they both weren’t on the line up at all. After a late arrival from "Mumford and Sons" they entered the stage. However I couldn’t quite see the stage which is always a problem at a small venue with a big crowd. Though they were amazing live, they were just what I expected. I was amazed by their performance because they created a huge crowd but amazing atmosphere. I would happily go and see them again, although they wouldn`t sound the same, they won’t ever be in a better place and time at Glastonbury.
5. Florence & The Machine (Florence has a crazy, strong musical talent of folk, experimental pop and indie. Her band is the machine.)I first discovered Florence & the Machine in early April of 2008. That summer she performed in the "Queens Head" at Glastonbury. She was on the list to see, but unfortunately I missed her.
I then discovered some of her new music early this year and she became massively popular in the charts. This year she played at Glastonbury again, but she was performing at the John Peel Stage. I was really excited to see her; she was 5 stars at the top of my list to see. I was crazy about seeing her live. When it came to the night she was playing, I got there early as I wanted to get near the front. But I didn’t want to go right at the front as I wanted the atmosphere to be around me I was about forth row back. However it was unfortunate that I couldn`t see anybody I knew, because I was looking forward to sharing the experience with everyone but, I couldn’t see anyone as Florence & the Machine reached the stage. And while she was performing I held up a Foam thumbs up hand to see if my friends could see me. I did saw them in the crowd on the big screens, I waved, but then I realised they couldnt see me. I only saw them. So I just held up my foam thumbs up and danced and sang along to the music. At the time I was amazed, but at the end although she was amazing and finished with the cover of "You got the love”. However I didn’t think it was a good experience of her performance, I think I would have enjoyed her more if I had friends around me, nevertheless to me, I think Florence & The Machine was good live and she’s got great sound, don’t get me wrong she is an amazing unique act. Though I believe her album isn’t has good as I was expecting.
All her music is the same, which was what I didn’t want, but for some people it’s a more of a good reason to like her album.
To be honest her music has become more of a pop act. Which I don’t dislike, I am glad she has become more popular. But something about her music has changed and the way everyone talks about her being this amazing "Unique Star" makes her music and her an unreal character. I would recommend going to see her live, if you like acrobatic dancing and howling music.
I guess what you have to learn from this experience is if you want to go to a band you love with your friends and it turns out they dont come. You shouldn`t let it get to you. Just enjoy the band. Because its your experience...
Saturday, 5 September 2009
Spanking! New Music for September.
Imogen Heaps new album "Ellipse" was released earlier in August.
This is only her second album, but she is already well known.
I first discovered Imogen Heap on the American TV drama "The OC". The track “Hide and Seek" was used; this track was from her 1st album "Speak for yourself". In 2007 I went to the theatre and watched a play called "Pool No Water" were Imogen Heap`s music was used as a soundtrack.
Imogen heap`s new album Ellipse is a strong, powerful album to return with, along with her rhythmic tracks, "Aha!", "Earth “and "Canvas" which she has continued to give since her first album.
However she fails to deliver an easy listen, as the first track on the album and single of the second album, “First Train Home" doesn’t give you any reminder of her previous songs in her first album, which is one weakness to a first listen of her new album.
Although "First Train Home" isn`t a very good reminder of who Imogen Heap is, there are lots more tracks that do. "Hide and seek" from the album "Speak for Yourself", is a perfect track which is similar to "Wait It Out". This track starts you off with a harmonic feeling, where her layered vocals are used at the beginning of the track and melts away the track towards the end. This is a favorite of many I’m sure.
So Dont be afraid of her new album, give it a few listens and you will began to love it.
This is only her second album, but she is already well known.
I first discovered Imogen Heap on the American TV drama "The OC". The track “Hide and Seek" was used; this track was from her 1st album "Speak for yourself". In 2007 I went to the theatre and watched a play called "Pool No Water" were Imogen Heap`s music was used as a soundtrack.
Imogen heap`s new album Ellipse is a strong, powerful album to return with, along with her rhythmic tracks, "Aha!", "Earth “and "Canvas" which she has continued to give since her first album.
However she fails to deliver an easy listen, as the first track on the album and single of the second album, “First Train Home" doesn’t give you any reminder of her previous songs in her first album, which is one weakness to a first listen of her new album.
Although "First Train Home" isn`t a very good reminder of who Imogen Heap is, there are lots more tracks that do. "Hide and seek" from the album "Speak for Yourself", is a perfect track which is similar to "Wait It Out". This track starts you off with a harmonic feeling, where her layered vocals are used at the beginning of the track and melts away the track towards the end. This is a favorite of many I’m sure.
So Dont be afraid of her new album, give it a few listens and you will began to love it.
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