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Who will be crowned Best BRIT Live Act?

LIVE FOCUS: Stadium giants, timeless legends, world conquering folk act and rising indie stars go head to head at BRITs

By Anita Awbi 5 Feb 2013

Kwes

Kwes is one of the more idiosyncratic talents currently residing on the roster of electronic label Warp Records. M quizzed him about songwriting, playing live and the benefits of PRS for Music Foundation funding…

By Jim Ottewill 5 Feb 2013

Clara Bond

Clara Bond was first spotted by a producer at a vocal showcase when she was just 16. Her latest release, The Chase EP, showcases her knack for penning catchy country pop in the vein of Taylor Swift or Sheryl Crow. Watch this space for a debut album…

By Anita Awbi 30 Jan 2013

How to... protect your hearing

Damaged vocal cords or debilitated hands are obvious problems for singers and musicians. But too many of us fail to understand the importance of hearing conservation. Check out these top tips from Kevin Ironside of Ultimate Ear.

By Anita Awbi 29 Jan 2013

Time

This week we're pondering the passing of time. When will it be warmer outside? When do the clocks go back? When's teatime? Maybe it's time to take a break and listen to Jessie Ware, SBTRKT, Haircut 100, Bill Withers, Moloko and more...

By Anita Awbi 25 Jan 2013

Bill Ryder-Jones

Shy songwriter and ex-guitarist with The Coral talks candidly to M...

By Anita Awbi 23 Jan 2013

Race hots up for Best British Male gong at BRITs

Bets are on as bookies clamour to predict the winning horse in this tight race. Who do you think will seize the prize?

By Anita Awbi 23 Jan 2013

Peter And Kerry

In the third of our Tape Club Records interviews, Peter and Kerry tell us all about their favourite sounds, dream venues and writing music from as young as 10!

By Kyle Fisher 18 Jan 2013

Dogtanion

Upcoming artist and songwriter Dogtanion tells us how it all began, from experimenting with digital music-making equipment to penning his first ever song.

By Kyle Fisher 16 Jan 2013
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