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Low-Hummer

Low Hummer

‘Excited skint northerners, rambling on about modern life over repetitive synth bass lines and distorted guitars,' is how Low Hummer’s Daniel Mawer pins down the Hull band’s distinctive sound.

By Bekki Bemrose 17 Sep 2019
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Reeperbahn

With the renowned Reeperbahn Festival due to kick off in Hamburg next week, we pick out some of the must-see acts from the bill for this week’s playlist.

By Bekki Bemrose 13 Sep 2019
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Red Note Ensemble

‘There are serious issues with what one might describe as classically based work. I think it still has a major, major image and access problem’: Red Note Ensemble’s John Harris chats about the challenges classical music faces.

By Bekki Bemrose 12 Sep 2019
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Lee Parsons, Ditto Music

'It’s only going to get bigger, better and more lucrative for independent artists': Ditto Music chief executive Lee Parsons on the future of DIY, international trends and escaping 'the London bubble'...

By Anita Awbi 12 Sep 2019
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'Life’s too short for shit music ventures': 15 years of Transgressive Records

Co-founder Toby L on how the label has survived colossal industry changes, launched a publishing arm and come to find itself at the beating heart of UK independent music…

By Anita Awbi 11 Sep 2019
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Jon Opstad - How To Write For Film And TV

‘It’s quite a diverse skill set that you need in this role, beyond just the ability to compose’: Jon Opstad shares his experience of breaking into composing for film and TV.

By Bekki Bemrose 10 Sep 2019
sophie music

Transgressive Records At 15

It's hard to believe that spritely indie imprint Transgressive Records is now 15 years old. Here, label co-founder Toby L curates some of his highlights from the back and current catalogue.

By Anita Awbi 6 Sep 2019
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IDLES

Happy punks IDLES on why Joy as an Act of Resistance really was 'that difficult second album' and what they have up their sleeves for album number three...

By Anita Awbi 5 Sep 2019
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Jade Bird

Blues-infused acoustic singer-songwriter Jade Bird on her love affair with Americana and why a decent narrative is an essential songwriting ingredient…

By Anita Awbi 5 Sep 2019
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