Superorganism have ruined concerts for me. On Thursday 25th October I lost my concert virginity. And yes, I realise that you are already questioning my authority as a music journalist. What would I possibly compare it to? But who can blame me for wanting to save myself for someone special? I don’t want to be […]
Following the consistent successes of their Residents’ nights, the newly founded creative cohort, Sun Street Collective are launching a new project – Sun Street Presents – whereby they bring incredibly talented up-and-comers in the UK music scene to play an extended solo set. For this first installment – they have managed to procure the immensely […]
After the success of his most recent project with Yussef Dayes and the release of the high-profile album ‘Black Focus’, Henry Wu returns to the stage with a new trio to push the boundaries of jazz music once again. Under the title ‘Kamaal Williams’ this collaboration promises genre spanning sounds, breaking away from traditions of […]
You Me at Six have recently released their sixth studio album, aptly named VI. I had the pleasure of speaking to lead guitarist Max Helyer about their new album and their upcoming tour for Fuse FM. Alana: First of all I’d just like to say thank you so much for taking the time to talk […]
With a UK/Ireland tour, a few dates in East Asia and a new EP coming soon, Puma Blue, also known as Jacob Allen, is having a busy couple of months . We met him before the gig and had a chat about what he’s been up to recently. Walking into the appropriately named Pink Room […]
Honey Dijon’s set, at Annie Mac Presents at The Warehouse Project on Friday October 12th, was a skilfully crafted musical collage, which sampled well known soul, pop and rap tracks, all glued together by elements of house and disco. Honey Dijon grew up in the South Side of Chicago during the 70’s and 80’s. Her […]
Art School Girlfriend is the moniker of Polly Mackey, a Margate based multi-instrumentalist making waves with her own brand of mesmerizing electronic pop. After hearing of the rising buzz around Mackey’s latest project I decided to see her for myself, catching up with her after the show. She played in the basement space of Manchester’s […]
For us human beings to peacefully coexist with one another, an element of performance and disguise is critical. We exaggerate our best qualities and conceal our worst. We take on characteristics abnormal to us to resolve our differences with others. However, as much as it helps us prosper as a species, this personal compromise is […]
