Performers
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Scratch
Formed in 2016 by drummer Daniel Lang and Guitarist Jordan O’Leary, after their previous tech and groove-metal outfit Red Enemy had dissolved, joined shortly after by guitarist Conor Dockery and bass player Peter Keogh, The Scratch are a band that doesn’t seem to fit in anywhere, but have proven to fit in everywhere. Starting out with just acoustic guitars and a wooden box, the band created an immediate buzz in their hometown of Dublin, Ireland.
Seemingly uncapable of keeping themselves boxed in to one singular genre, they meander intentionally around heavy metal, Irish folk music, stadium rock, and post punk. Constantly evolving both creatively and sonically, never resting on their laurels, never taking themselves as individuals too seriously while always putting their souls into the music. They have won the hearts of anyone that has experienced their live shows, which have garnered a cult-like following in their native Ireland, the UK and most recently mainland Europe and North America.
One month into the Covid lockdown in 2020 they independently released their debut album “Couldn’t Give A Rats”. Their second album “Mind Yourself” was released through Sony Music Entertainment in winter 2023, produced by James Vincent McMorrow.
Since the pandemic they have re-emerged with a line-up change and the addition of Cathal McKenna on bass. In their homeland 2022/23 saw them play two sold-out shows each in Dublin’s famed Olympia, Vicar Street and Academy venues, as well as sold out shows around the country.
Internationally they have hit the road around the UK, Europe and the US in support of their newest album, as well as supporting the Dropkick Murphys around Europe and the USA.
The Scratch are on the cusp of attaining global recognition as the only band in their field doing what they do. Sometimes it is 90 mile an hour tech-metal chop, while others it is a tender and tearjerking folk song. There is no other band like this. The naysayers will soon be drowned out by the sound of unanimous applause. This is a band that will rise to the top.
The Scratch’s third album will be released in Q1 2026.
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BastilleHailing from South London, England, Bastille (stylized as BΔSTILLE) is an indie rock group formed in 2010. The moniker refers to Bastille Day on 14 July, also the birthday of founder and lead vocalist Daniel Smith.
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Mika
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Fatboy Slim
This musical chameleon grew up in Surrey and began to DJ when he moved to Brighton to study for a degree. After playing bass guitar with the Housemartins, he had his first success as a solo artist with a remix of Erik B And Rakim's "I Know You Got Soul..
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De La SoulThe Official Page for De La Soul
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ExampleHaving spent well over a decade in the game, the UK mainstay has crafted a career drenched in accolades: Platinum albums, chart-topping singles, headline festivals slots, and a lengthy stint releasing inescapable anthems that bridge the gap between electronic, rap and pop. Still, Example isn't ready to hang up his boots just yet; rather, he's preparing for the most important release of his career.
The first taste of that album comes via 'Every Single Time', a single that features one of Australia's most acclaimed producers, What So Not. It explores the impact that songs have on people's fondest memories, with Example's vocals gliding over nostalgic production that builds into a glitchy, chopped drop. "Fans always say to me, 'Oh my God, your song reminds me of the first time I lost my virginity, your song reminds me of the time I had my first drink, your song reminds me of the time I kissed my wife.' And that got me thinking about the concept of what songs mean to people," he says.
With the benefit of hindsight and a few more years of wisdom, Example discusses what it means to grow older, especially when you've sworn by the Sex, Drugs and Rock & Roll mantra.
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The Human League
This is the OFFICIAL Facebook page of The Human League. It is maintained by their management company
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Razorlight
Planet Nowhere OUT NOW🪐
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Scouting for GirlsHeather Small, born 20th January 1965, grew up on a West London council estate. From going to Sunday school and attending the 'Good News Club', religion and faith became an important aspect of Heather's life. Growing up in 70's Britain and not wanting to be stereotyped or treated differently, Heather knew that she wanted to make something of herself. Even though Heather battled with shyness and severe nerves, she joined her first band Hot!House who released two albums in the late 80's. As Part of M People, hits such as 'Moving On Up', 'One Night In Heaven' and 'Search For The Hero' and albums like Elegant Slumming, Bizarre Fruit and Fresco achieving massive worldwide success, Heather became one of the seminal British voices of the 1990s, with the band winning the Best British Dance Act Award at the Brits in 1994 and 1995, as well as the Mercury Music Prize for Elegant Slumming.
Heather has since had great successes with two solo albums – the title track of her 'Proud' album has gone on to become the soundtrack to a whole host of very special events including London's successful 2012 Olympic bid, the 60th anniversary of VE Day in Trafalgar Square, the launch of Queen Mary 2, the Tsunami Relief Concert, England's victory at the Rugby World Cup celebrations, and the official ceremony marking the handover of the Olympic Games from Beijing to London. And when Oprah Winfrey was looking for a song to sum up the work she'd been striving to achieve over her twenty-year career, she got in touch with Heather, who somehow managed to squeeze in a trip across the Atlantic to perform on the show right in the middle of her last UK tour with M People ('If Oprah calls, you go!' she laughs, adding that the first lady of chat was 'very sweet to me').
In 2008, Heather embarked on a journey that would see her dance her way into the public’s affection as she became a contestant in Series 6 of the BBC's 'Strictly Come Dancing'. Heather's infectious personality and her trademark sense of humour earned her appearances on a number of TV news and chat shows including Paul O'Grady, Alan Titchmarsh, GMTV, BBC Breakfast, The Wright Stuff, Newsnight, as well as special appearances on The Weakest Link and Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? 2009 was another busy year for Heather as she took to the road again with her band completing two highly successful UK tours in May and November, performing at over 30 venues nationwide to sell-out crowds. She also continued her TV work with regular slots on music, entertainment, and politics shows, including 'Dancing On Wheels', a wheelchair dancing competition-come-documentary airing on BBC Three in early 2010.
In the Autumn, Heather teamed up with singing sensations Anastacia and Lulu for the critically acclaimed 'Here Come The Girls' – an unforgettable night of feel-good party music and dance, touring arenas across the UK and Ireland during November and December 2010. Well known for her charitable work, Heather was recently made an ambassador for the children’s charity Barnardo's and is continually involved with fundraising and helping lend her valuable support to projects around the country.
Since 2010, Heather has continued to tour and perform at numerous festivals and charity events. She also appeared on the BBC 2 TV show 'The Pilgrimage'.
So what gives Heather the impetus to keep moving forward, to keep challenging herself, to keep trying new things and not resting on her laurels? 'If you got the feeling I do when I sing' she smiles, 'you'd understand'. -
SigalaIt’s A Feeling w/ 24K Goldn & Tevor Daniel is out now 🔥
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Leftfield
Electronic dance music.
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Lucy Spraggan
2018 for Lucy Spraggan, was a stellar year by anyones standards.
The singer-songwriter has now had 4 top 40 albums and last year sold over 30,000 ticket across her UK and European tours.
She also toured the US and Canada for the first time as a headline artist, winning fans all over both countries.
Her last album "I Hope You Don’t Mind Me Writing" charted at number 12 in the Official UK Album Chart, the second album released under her own label - CTRL Records and was described as ‘a triumph’ by the UK press.
Over the last few years, as well as her sold out headline tours, Lucy also performed at some of the UK’s biggest festivals, including Glastonbury and Isle of Wight Festival.
Recognized as one of the leading lights in the LGBT community, Spraggan has managed to broaden her fanbase into a much wider market recently.
Lucy’s music-writing career began with Don Maclean and Kirsty MacColl as her major influences, embellished with the folk narratives of Peter, Paul and Mary, and taking on the punchy riffs of traditional R and B.
Her name is now synonymous to the melodic middle ground where pop and acoustic folk meet. The toe-tapping interpretations of classic sounds and the harmony-heavy ballads that she pulls from modern rhythm and blues, are hard to forget. Spraggan’s trademark sound is the rattle of rap dropped into sing-along folk-style numbers.
Lucy’s last UK tour was an unprecedented success with shows at iconic venues such as Glasgow Barrowland, Shepherd’s Bush Empire, Nottingham Rock City and Manchester Academy.
Her 5th album “Today was a good day" is due for release worldwide through Cooking Vinyl on April 12th this year and is set to take her already incredible career to new levels.
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Skerryvore
We're turning 20 next year!!! Come and help us celebrate at SKERRYVORE XX - Floors Castle, Kelso - 31st May 👉 https://linktr.ee/skerryvore
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Lloyd Cole
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Nathan Carter1.A Blues Band called The Reels formed in 1976 out of USA. A trio that plays a Greasy Hard Hitting Blues. Lanny Ray, Guitar,Vocals and does the song writting,Pat Anthony on bass and vocals.Last is the heart of The Reels Dylan Sardo who is on the drums. The Reels Bare Bone & Reelin are Blues Rock!!!!!
Early Days
2.The Reels originated with the group Native Son (Mason, Hooper, Bliss and Newham), which was formed in the country town of Dubbo, New South Wales and played in the area for about three years, mainly playing cover versions of current and classic hits. After moving to Sydney in 1978 they added Abrahams and changed the band's name to The Brucelanders. They gradually developed an original repertoire of fast-paced, quirky pop and ska music, and their energetic performances gained them a strong following on the thriving east coast live music scene at that time. They were also given enormous support in Sydney by the ABC's rock radio station Double J (which moved to the FM band and became Triple J in 1980).
In 1979 they secured a recording contract with the Australian branch of the Mercury Records label, changed their name to The Reels and released their debut single, "Love Will Find A Way". This, and its follow-up "Prefab Heart", combined with the band's distinctive image, gained increasing attention with their music videos featured on the influential national TV pop show Countdown. These were followed by their self-titled debut album with producer Mark Opitz (The Angels, Cold Chisel).
In 1980 the Reels added second keyboardist Karen Ansell and released their third single, 'After The News'. It marked an important transition in their music -- their songs began to take on a more serious lyrical tone, and (like DEVO) they dispensed with guitars, began using synthesizers as their main instruments, and were one of the first groups to use wireless headsets instead of traditional microphones.
In mid-1980 the group undertook the innovative "Reels By Rail" tour, which saw them using rail transport to travel to all the destinations on their tour. At the end of the year, returning to their roots as a covers band, they released a five track Christmas EP, Five Great Gift Ideas From The Reels, produced by Bruce Brown and Russell Dunlop, which included versions of Jim Reeves' "According To My Heart", and Freda Payne's "Band Of Gold". "According To My Heart" was very successful and featured a folksy music video filmed at the ranch of Australian country music star Smokey Dawson.
Quasimodo's Dream
In early 1981 they released the album considered by many to be their best work, Quasimodo's Dream, which saw the band displaying an impressive maturity in songwriting, backed with strong performances, inventive arrangements and top-class production. The LP's classic title track was released as a single, and although widely considered to be among the best Australian singles and albums of that period, neither it nor the album was a major commercial or chart success, although it did succeed in reaching #31 in June that year. The band undertook the "Kitchen Man Tour", which saw the stage dressed as a fully-equipped Australian kitchen.
The Reels' lack of mainstream commercial success was at odds with their strong live following, but it was due in part to the restrictive programming on commercial radio at that time, which gave little exposure to local "new wave" acts. The group's deteriorating relationship with Mercury was also a factor, as evidenced by the LP's track listing -- it included the earlier hit "According To My Heart", but a disclaimer printed on the LP sleeve noted that the track had been included at the insistence of the record company (i.e against the band's wishes).
Bliss left just after the recording of the album, and Newham had also quit by the time the LP was released. The new five-piece lineup (with Fidock) cut a new single, "No.3", which was not successful; soon after this, both Abrahams and Ansell left. Now reduced to a trio (Mason, Hooper and Fidock) they continued performing by augmenting their live sound with taped backing tracks, and used the new Fairlight synthesizer for studio recordings.
K-Tel
In late 1982, having signed a new contract with the RCA Records label, The Reels scored an unexpected hit with a wry cover of the Burt Bacharach-Hal David classic "This Guy's In Love With You", which reached #7. They followed this with a highly unusual tactic -- they recorded a one-off album for the K-tel company, which was best known for its licenced pop hit compilations and budget 'golden oldie' LPs. Although the tracks on Beautiful walked a fine line between sincere tribute and gentle parody, it proved to be the biggest success of their career, selling in excess of 40,000 copies and reaching #29 in the LP chart - this chart position would presumably have been much higher if the album had been sold through 'chart' shops.
In 1983 saw the band travel to the United States and Britain, released another five track EP, Pitt Street Farmers (the title is an old Australian satirical expression referring to wealthy rural landowners who never leave the city). This was followed by a new version of "Quasimodo's Dream" in December 1983, which demonstrated the band's faith in the song, although it failed to chart on its second release.
At this point Mason was forced to give up performing after contracting hepatitis, and this effectively ended the group. Hooper joined The Church as keyboard player, and then joined The Mullanes, which was the first incarnation of Crowded House.
By late 1985 Mason had recovered and The Reels was revived (with the original lineup of Mason, Hooper, Bliss and Newham) and completed their commitments to RCA with a single, an unsuccessful cover version of Etta James's "It Must Be Love".
Neighbors
They then signed with Regular Records and released a radically slowed-down, synthesiser-driven version of Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Bad Moon Rising". It proved to be another surprise hit, reaching #11 (October 1986); the arrangement featuring prominent use of the Vocoder voice synthesiser, which the band also used extensively on stage to augment Mason's vocals. Bliss left the band again at the end of 1986.
Their next single (Jan. 1987) was a cover of the old Edison Lighthouse hit "Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes)" . During the year they embarked on the popular "Reels By Request" tour, where the audience was allowed to call out for the songs they wanted to hear. This was followed by an 'all Australian songs' version of the same concept, and this in turn led to the Reels' next studio album, Neighbors - the name of which, for reasons best known to the band, excluded the 'u' which would normally be contained in the Australian English spelling. This LP contained their idiosyncratic versions of thirteen Australian rock classics, including the singles "Are You Old Enough" (originally a hit for Dragon) and "Forever Now" (by Cold Chisel). Steve Prestwich, who wrote "Forever Now", played on The Reels' version.
The End
In 1989 Mason appeared in the acclaimed Australian feature film Ghosts... of the Civil Dead, in which he co-starred with Nick Cave. In September 1991 the Reels issued their first original single in five years, "I Don't Love You Anymore", followed by what proved to be their last single, a remix by Filthy Lucre of "Bad Moon Rising" . The group officially disbanded to coincide with the release of the compilation CD Requiem.
David Mason is the son of mid-1970s NSW state Liberal Party leader John Mason. Hooper was also a member of The Church, The Mullanes (the original incarnation of Crowded House), and also recorded with The Rockmelons and Ross Wilson. Karen Ansell (now Ansel), went on to become a noted film and TV computer graphics specialist in the United States (IMDb). -
Self EsteemManagement: louise@goldenarm.me & cherishkaya@googlemail.com
Live: Andy Duggan at Primary ADuggan@wmeagency.com
Instagram @selfesteemselfesteem
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High FadeUK/ROW - Angelo@arcade-talent.com USA - nplotnicki@teamwass.com TOUR DATES - www.highfademusic.live
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NUBIYAN TWISTNubiyan Twist are a 10 piece musical collective founded by producer and guitarist Tom Excell. The group draw on their backgrounds in jazz, reggae and soul, with a fusion of afro-beat and latin rhythms, to create a modern sound that embraces live electronics alongside traditional instrumentation and jazz inspired improvisation. A culmination of musicians, DJ's and producers alike Nubiyan Twist boasts a 4 piece horn section, 5 piece rhythm section, 4 part vocal harmonies, live dubs and electronics. Every member brings their own musical strengths and their live show has intimate moments allowing each talent to shine, however the whole is always greater than the sum of its parts with powerful, full arrangements seamlessly transitioning throughout their performances. Over the band's 5 year lifespan they have shared stages with the likes of De La Soul, Hot 8 Brass Band, Quantic & Robert Glasper. Their debut album received 4 star reviews from the Independent, Mojo, Songlines, Blues n Soul (to name a few) and has had radio support from David Rodigan, Craig Charles, Trevor Nelson and Huey Morgan. 10 PIECE AFRO-BEAT, DUB & JAZZ! www.nubiyantwist.co.uk
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The Lottery Winners
The Lottery Winners are a mob of four twits from a working class town called Leigh, near Manchester.
The band have toured extensively throughout the UK and Europe, filling venues and raising roofs. If you don’t believe me, come to a gig and look around at everyone’s stupid smiling faces. They love it.
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Fred V
Fred V is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer from Exeter, UK.
Fred V draws inspiration from a diverse array of genres, from film soundtracks and indie to minimalist classical and synth wave, seamlessly blending them with his signature drum & bass sound. This distinctive fusion has not only earned him a devoted fan base but also the support of leading tastemakers in the electronic music scene, including Danny Howard, Clara Amfo, and Charlie Tee. Beyond his success as an artist, Fred V hosts a prime-time radio show on KISS FM every Friday, where he shares his passion for drum & bass with listeners worldwide.
In the summer of last year, Fred V released his second solo studio album, Luminous, his most breathtaking project to date. The album showcases an inspiring mix of collaborations and solo ventures, featuring artists such as Hybrid Minds, Lottie Jones, Jodie Knight, Etherwood, DNMO, Tudor, and more. Fred V also brought new life to Funkstar Deluxe’s Sun Is Shining with a fresh, high-energy remix, transforming the classic track into a dancefloor anthem.
Renowned for his standout live performances, Fred V continues to tour globally, playing at clubs and festivals while building a reputation as one of the most innovative DJS in drum & bass. His energetic and imaginative sets, paired with an ever-evolving sound, keep audiences captivated, solidifying his influence in the electronic music scene.
With new music on the horizon in 2025, Fred V shows no signs of slowing down.
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Ruthless
The official RUTHLESS Facebook Page. Pre-order new album: https://lnk.to/RuthlessTheFallen
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Rob Heron & the Tea Pad Orchestra
Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra have been gleefully trampling over genre boundaries for over a decade now, chucking Western Swing, Blues, Country, Rock & Roll, Soul and more into their musical gumbo, but always sounding mostly just like themselves.
Based in Newcastle but hailing from across the UK, the Tea Pad have released four albums before their new The Party’s Over set, and toured across the British Isles and Europe, playing everywhere from Glastonbury and Cambridge Folk Festival to village halls and barns, and all points in between.
They’ve done support tours for big-name Americana outfits such as Pokey LaFarge, The Dead South, and Sierra Ferrell, released music on German label Migraine Records, appeared three times on Radio 4’s Loose Ends, and had their music played by everyone from Marc Riley to Huey Morgan.
Across their four studio albums – 2012’s “Money Isn’t Everything”, 2014’s “Talk About The Weather”, 2016’s “Something Blue” and 2019’s “Soul Of My City” – the band have constantly added new flavours to their sound: Heron in particular is a vinyl obsessive, always fired up about some new passion – calypso or boogaloo or whatever this week brings – but mostly enthusing about obscure blues and country 45s, and that eclecticism and search for new sounds certainly feeds into their songs.
September 2022 saw the band release their fifth studio album, “The Party’s Over”, which takes their signature blend of classic country and rhythm and blues to a new level. After a decade of honing their craft, this might be the best album to date!
Joining Rob Heron (vocals/guitar) are Tom Cronin (mandolin/harmonica/guitar), Ben Powling (saxophone/clarinet), Ted Harbot (double bass/electric bass) and Paul Archibald (drums).
PRESS QUOTES
“Hank did it like this. So did Sinatra. So did Tom Waits. So did John Lee Hooker. Mix these influences with a healthy dose of youthful enthusiasm, a real passion and an ear for detail, sheer authenticity, and a good slug of both Scotch and Bourbon, and you might find that the results are very much to your taste. They are certainly to mine.” – Mark Whyatt, Folk Radio
“Newcastle’s finest swing-honkytonk-rockabilly band” – fRoots
“That’s one hot band right there!” – Huey Morgan, BBC Radio 2
“Rob Heron evokes the spirit of Bob Wills and Django Reinhardt with a quintet that shuffles and boogies with panache. Infectiously good-humoured” – Uncut Magazine
“Amazing musicians who play with both passion and a sympathetic regard for the history of the genre.” – Maverick Magazine -
Shaka Loves YouSHAKA LOVES YOU'S ECLECTIC SETS FUSE AND DRAW ON MANY INFLUENCES FROM FUNK, SOUL, DISCO & HOUSE ALL EXPERTLY MIXED WITH TIGHT, LIVE PERCUSSION.
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First Time Flyers
Bookings - zac@runwayartists.com (Zac Peters)
https://slinky.to/JumpFirstTimeFlyers
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Dogshow2 brothers creating asymmetrical dance music 🏃⚡️🏃🏼♂️
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Pistol DaisysHardly any other band is turning heads in Scotland’s vibrant music scene like Pistol Daisys. The Glasgow trio generate more energy with guitar, bass, and drums than many a rock orchestra, and they don’t even need to shout about it. No wonder: When you can whip up songs like the joyfully melodic ‘Whisky & Wine’ (2023) and the pulsating empowerment anthem ‘Crying In Marseille’ (2025) seemingly at the drop of a hat, you don’t need any PR frills. Instead, news of the hottest alt-pop trio in the UK spreads through word of mouth and furious live performances – from small club gigs to big festival stages. Their inspirations are held in high esteem. Blondie and Kate Bush shine through in the guitars and vocals, but Courtney Love and the legends of the early 2000s garage rock revival are also audible in the songwriting. And yet their new single, ‘Honey!’ (2025), proves that Pistol Daisys have their own sound, refine it, and can bring it to the stage live – soon also here in Hamburg.
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Gabriella BongoGabriella Bongo is a songwriter, producer & DJ, blending soulful drum & bass with emotion. Signed to Hospital Records, she’s bringing her melodic, vocal-driven sound to stages across the UK & Europe - she’s shaping the future of DnB her own way.
