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  EVENT REVIEW ::: Example at Earls Court, London

  February 24, 2013 / EVENTS & FESTIVALS

  There aren’t many artists these days that can achieve mainstream crossover success whilst avoiding the inevitable sniping about “selling out” that comes from many music critics and “experts”. Rapper-turned-chart-filler, Elliot Gleaves aka Example, however, manages it with consumate ease. Whatever the reason for this (his genuine and charming personality are definitely strong factors) it’s a joy to watch an artist rise through the ranks and not only become a household name but then be able to transfer that onto the [...]

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  WE LOVE ::: Conor Maynard Covers Swedish House Mafia ‘Don’t You Worry Child’

  January 11, 2013 / WE LOVE

  As someone who has had a mild obsession with YouTube for the past four years (i.e. watching a few hundred musician YouTube videos a week) it’s sometimes very difficult to get excited by what I’m watching. I can often be very critical of an artist just on the basis of them being very bland and similar to everything else that is going on in the industry. However, I remember a few years ago sitting alone in my house in Birmingham on [...]

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  EVENT PREVIEW ::: Sat 26th Jan – Musicalize with Professor Green, Chip, Misha and more

  January 9, 2013 / EVENTS & FESTIVALS

  Following on from the successes of 2012 which saw the UK’s fastest growing live music showcase event holding events outside of London, Musicalize is all set for a London return on Saturday 26th January 2013 with a stellar lineup. The event will take place at Indigo2, The O2, London – with a host of UK talent poised to take to the stage. Confirmed acts for the show: ::: Professor Green – www.twitter.com/ProfessorGreen ::: Chip – www.twitter.com/OfficialChip ::: Misha B – [...]

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  WE LOVE ::: Jacob Banks ‘Kids On The Corner’ video

  December 23, 2012 / WE LOVE

  “I’m Jacob Banks and I sing songs. I find new ways to tell old stories” Introducing a new heavyweight musical talent in the shape of 21 year old Birmingham newcomer Jacob Banks. Having only taught himself the acoustic guitar in the last 12 months, this talented singer / songwriter has been building a name for himself on the underground circuit with his interpretation of vintage sounds mixed with a contemporary spin, making his sound fresh for 2012. In 2011 Jacob [...]

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  UNCUT ::: In’Sight ::: Ed Sheeran ‘Give Me Love’ Cover

  November 23, 2012 / UNCUT

  Sometimes there is what can only be described as hidden gems lying in the music industry. You know the types. Artists that have all the vocal ability in the world but are just working away hard in the background waiting for their big break. That’s definitely the case with male UK pop / R&B duo Joel Fender and Daniel Vincent who perform together under the group name In’Sight. In addition to being genuinely nice guys, they are both excellent songwriters [...]

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  EVENT PREVIEW ::: Showcase Live at Under The Bridge, Chelsea

  November 17, 2012 / EVENTS & FESTIVALS

  Showcase Live, London’s biggest mainstream music showcase, returns to Under The Bridge at Chelsea FC on 19 November with another killer line-up and their final show of 2012. Over the last year, we’ve been joined by Conor Maynard, Pixie Lott, Mica Paris, Lemar, Professor Green, Loveable Rogues, Dionne Bromfield, Bluey Robinson and JLS to name a few, all wanting to see London’s finest new music. 19 November will mark the first ever live shows from both Relics and Jukeboxx, who [...]

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  WE LOVE ::: Relics Cover Chris Brown ‘Don’t Wake Me Up’

  November 13, 2012 / UNSIGNED, WE LOVE

  Having racked up an impressive 242,000 hits in YouTube in the last few months and gained a phenomenal combined Twitter following of 26K, Pop/R ‘n’ B four-piece RELICS definitely fall into that category of ones to watch. The band is made up of Jake Roche (lead vocals and guitar), Danny Wilkin (vocals and keyboard), Charley Bagnall (vocals and bass guitar) and Lewi Morgan (drums) from London, Blackpool, Southend and Bolton. They seem to tick all the boxes of a cool band – [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Kaleem Taylor ‘Alone’ EP

  October 29, 2012 / ALBUM REVIEW

  UK Rising star Kaleem Taylor is bringing you his second EP titled ‘Alone’ through the Radar Music label on 4th November 2012. The West London singer has had a whirlwind 12 months where he has reached some significant milestones in his career. Taylor has made his radio debut on DJ Target’s BBC Radio 1Xtra Homegrown, as well as performing at Brixton Academy in front of thousands as he opened for US superstars Miguel and Boyz II Men. After the success [...]

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  WE LOVE ::: The Milk (All I Wanted Was) Danger Remix by The Nextmen ft Random Impulse

  October 29, 2012 / WE LOVE

  Following an amazing 2012 so far, The Milk are set to release their next single (All I Wanted Was) Danger which will include an official remix of the track featuring Random Impulse all courtesy of DJ/production duo The Nextmen (Plan B, Paul Epworth). You can listen to the remix below via Soundcloud: The single release is due out hot on the heels of the release of their debut album ‘Tales From the Thames Delta’ which went Top 20 and picked [...]

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  WE LOVE ::: Loveable Rogues ‘First Things First’ mixtape

  October 20, 2012 / DOWNLOAD, WE LOVE

  Yesterday, Loveable Rogues, the cheeky Essex trio who shot to fame on Britain’s Got Talent released their mixtape entitled ‘First Things First’. The 17 minute mixtape is their first release of music since they wowed the nation with their songs on Britain’s Got Talent and acts as a perfect taster of music to be released in early 2013. Within an hour of it’s release the mixtape had already reached the initial Soundcloud download limit and the boys had to have [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: JLS ‘Evolution’

  October 19, 2012 / ALBUM REVIEW

  Sometimes it’s easy to forget just how well JLS have done for themselves since taking part in The X Factor back in 2008. They’ve sold over 6 million records, won two BRIT Awards, scored five No. 1 singles, are only one of 3 British bands to sell out more than 10 dates at the O2 Arena, and are now about to release their fourth studio album called ‘Evolution’. Evolution sees JLS move in a more urban direction and sees the [...]

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  EVENT PREVIEW ::: Tinchy Stryder ::: One Night Only Concert

  October 19, 2012 / EVENTS & FESTIVALS

  Tinchy Stryder, a name that is undoubtedly renound in the UK thanks to the release of his three successful studio albums (Star in the Hood, Catch 22, and Third Strike) will be returning, courtesy of Showcase Live UK, for ‘One Night Only’ to Under The Bridge, London on November 1st 2012. The 26 year old rapper and CEO of Star In The Hood Unltd will be taking a break from his recent venture into the headphones business (Goji Electronics) to [...]

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  WE LOVE ::: Josh Kumra’s ‘Wildest Moments’ (Jessie Ware cover)

  October 12, 2012 / WE LOVE

  Every so often there is an artist that comes along that you just can’t help but fall in love with. Since his introduction to the mainstream world via his vocals on the Wretch 32 number one smash hit ‘Don’t Go’, Josh Kumra has continued to build on this success and establish himself as a credible artist in his own right. Always on the road gigging and touring, Josh really is an example for all up and coming artists who want to know [...]

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  EVENT PREVIEW ::: Milly’s World 3rd Birthday – Wed 17th October

  October 11, 2012 / EVENTS & FESTIVALS

  Milly’s World is about highlighting today’s true talent. Musicians who play on their own terms FRESH …RAW… REAL. Featuring interviews and gigs, Camden/Essex girl Milly (owner and founder) is on a mission to prove that originality is thriving and with the likes of Wretch 32, Eliza Doolittle, Maverick Sabre and many more under her belt, she’s not messing about. Milly’s World has also been featured in The Stage, Broadcast Magazine and blogs across the Internet including SBTV, creating a buzz [...]

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  LIVE REVIEW ::: Ibiza Rocks ::: Tinie Tempah & Modestep rock Ibiza

  August 21, 2012 / LIVE REVIEW

  Last week saw the 11th Ibiza Rocks event of the Summer 2012 season. Having already had a number of top acts grace the Ibiza Rocks stage so far this Summer, there was a special air of excitement in San Antonio for the 3rd time return of Tinie Tempah for his headline set. With Channel 4 filming for their Ibiza Rocks TV special and the likes of SB.TV and Republic in the house it was a lively atmosphere from the moment [...]

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  LIVE REVIEW ::: Mistajam presents Speakerbox with Labrinth (BCM Mallorca)

  August 3, 2012 / LIVE REVIEW

  Following two successful Speakerbox events at BCM Mallorca with the likes of Skepta, P Money, Shy FX all performing, the third installment of BBC 1Xtra Mistajam’s night was back in town. With a live PA from Labrinth and a DJ set from DJ legend Andy C, the stage was set for another amazing night. With the tagline for the night being ‘The Place For Bass’, that’s exactly what the BCM crowd in Mallorca were treated to! Local resident BCM DJ’s [...]

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  LIVE REVIEW ::: Taboo & Wretch 32 tear down BCM for Mallorca Live

  August 3, 2012 / LIVE REVIEW

  “Another Sunday night, another great show” – These were the words of a few Essex based holiday makers leaving BCM nightclub as the sun was rising on early Monday morning. Like us they had just finished at another excellent Mallorca Live event. As each event finishes (the last being Tinie Tempah on the previous Tuesday), the excitement on the island grows for the next event. Flyers and posters adorn the local streets and ticket sellers are always on hand to [...]

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  LIVE REVIEW ::: Jessie J performs at Mallorca Live

  July 30, 2012 / LIVE REVIEW

  Following a bout of illness that had forced Jessie J to reschedule some UK shows just a few days earlier, it’s safe to say that this was the tweet that everyone in Mallorca was waiting to see: Just got the all clear from the doctor. Let the summer fun continue — JESSIE J (@JessieJ) July 23, 2012   Having attended the last few Mallorca Live events it was clear that this one was the show that had the most local [...]

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