Screamin’ Jay Hawkins – A Most Peculiar Shade of Blue
In 1956, ex-boxer, soldier and R&B sideman, Jalacy Hawkins recorded a song so shocking that, having recovered from the drunken stupor he was in when […]
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Goodbye 21st Century, Hello 1995! Music Sales Continue to Soar
The British Phonographic Industry, or BPI to its friends, has published its yearly data for UK music sales and the top and tail of it […]
After 66 Years, The NME Ceases Publication
Perhaps the saddest aspect of the news that the NME is to cease as a weekly publication is that it is no surprise whatsoever. “Pay […]
The Theremin – The Sound of Beyond!
The theremin is an early electronic musical instrument, controlled without physical contact from the player. It was originally also known as the ætherphone, etherphone, thereminophone, termenvox or thereminvox. In the 1950s, the emergence of science […]
Contra Affairs – The Cult of Out-Sized Musical Instruments
When choosing a musical instrument to learn to play when the opportunity comes around at school, there are several factors which may influence a child. […]
Rules for Modern Rock – Survival Code Interviewed!
What attracted you to the area of music you work in? I have always loved playing, writing, and performing music. I also don’t remember there […]
Mexican Rock – It’s All Greek to Us? An Interview with Ikkarus
Based in Mexico City, Ikkarus‘ blend of 90’s-esque rock has been winning them new fans worldwide with their album, Stains and Echoes. Here’s everything you […]
Initial Record Store Day 2018 Details Announced
…when we say initial details, that pretty much just amounts to the date – 21st April 2018. Although we’re certain that, even by our standards, […]
Did Guitars Kill the World Music Radio Star?
By the mid-1990’s, there was scarcely a better way to assert, not only your ‘coolness’ but also your ethical and moral credentials,than to have an […]
Under the Covers With…Michaela Polakova
Speculate to accumulate – when Michaela Polakova and Natalie Kocab wanted a guest guitarist for their album, ‘Ellis Island’, they went for their absolute favourite […]