Bloody Awful Poetry - ‘Some of the most rambunctious, uplifting, joyous melodies ever crafted by the hands of humans. If the emotion of ecstasy and glee had a payroll, these guys would be taking the lionshare home in their bulging wallets. This will set the Summertime alight, have no doubt. Astounding!’
The Procession are a 4-piece alternative indie-rock band based in the Midlands, UK. The band formed in 2004 while at university and immediately started to make waves in their local live music scene, accumulating in playing local festivals, supporting established acts, radio appearances, and appearing in several magazine articles.
Having built up a following on the local scene with their otherworldly sound and volatile live performances, they finally caught their break after becoming the inaugural winners of BandForTheDay.com's international unsigned band competition. Seeing off over 600 entries, it was clear that The Procession were becoming a band to watch.
Now signed to Scottish label Circular Records, 2011-12 promises to be an exciting time for the band; their 4-track debut EP "Sometimes" was released in March 2011 to critical acclaim, their debut album follows in the Autumn, with the first single from the Album, "Sun Comes Around" being released on June 6th. A Full UK tour is planned, as well as numerous support and festival slots.
Never shy of experimenting with new and unusual concepts for live shows, The Procession are sure to spread their unique energy to all corners of the UK over the next 12 months.
The band has spent almost two years intensively recording their debut album, tentatively codenamed "Leaving The Future" in, amongst others, Kasabian's secret studio complex in Leicestershire.
Previews of the album have been well received, already winning the acclaim of XFM/4 Music journalist and DJ Pete Donaldson, and MTV's Phil Clifton.
Working with top Leicester rock producer Jon Fowkes, The Procession have worked tirelessly to raise the bar far beyond their earlier demo material, seamlessly blending grassroots guitar rock with swirling synthesizers, ethnic percussion and ethereal vocal harmonies. The resulting sound scape brings grunge screaming into the 21st Century...
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"The combination of tunes really entices the listener into wanting more. It's a ride through soaring choruses, meaty guitar riffs, via bare soul intimacy, and pretty refrains, all packed with more hooks than you will find in Mariah Carey's wardrobe!!" - Pete Donaldson - XFM / 4-Music
"The pro sessions that yielded the Procession's killer EP will go down in British history (or Brit-story as they call it) as more important than the day Liam and Noel fought over their childhood toy truck, John and Paul shared their first crumpet, and everyone dropped out of art school. It's that good!" - Rocktober Magazine Reviews
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"Sometimes" EP - out now on Circular Records
"Sun Comes Around" SINGLE - is released on 6th June 2011 on Circular Records. Available from all record retailers and download stores.
Multi award-winning DJ will chuMp, the South coast's top alternative party starter! With tens of thousands of downloads from his mixtape website, residencies at successful clubnights and festivals, he is in high demand to keep the Souths best dancefloors moving!
will chuMp has played alongside anyone who's anyone in the alternative world, having performed with the likes of Zane Lowe, The Gallows, Pendulum, Frank Turner, DJ Yoda, Utah Saints, the Libertines, Mary Ann Hobbs and continues to effortlessly mash up the best cutting edge & classic indie/dubstep/metal/electro/punk/rock/rave/riot!
For more info check out:
http://www.willchump.info/
Velvet Swans are an original guitar based Indie/Alternative band who play refreshing melodies with influences from Joy Division, New Order and The Stone Roses to name but a few. Velvet Swans are a well rehearsed band that are on their way to creating something fresh and relevant in the contemporary music scene.
Streebeck are a 5 piece alt-country rock band from the south of England. It wasn’t always this way; it used to be the solo project of singer and guitarist Lawrence Mackrell, but has expanded further with each of their two album releases.
In 2006 after a successful solo performance at Manchester’s “In the City” music industry festival, Lawrence was invited by producers to record a live session at the famous BBC Maida Vale studios in West London. A three piece band was formed for this session adding bass and drums. Following this recording the three-piece went on to record their acclaimed 2006 debut “Without a Baedeker”, which included the single “Wasted Time”.
The release of “Without a Baedeker” was followed by extensive radio play on BBC Radio 2, amongst others, national radio sessions and a 50+ date national theatre tour. Following the tour, which yielded album sales in the thousands; the decision was made to turn the project into a fully fledged band. The addition of lead guitar, keyboards and backing vocals expanded their sound to create a fuller and warmer tone.
The release of second album, “Catch As Catch Can” sees rich and dynamic instrumentation add to the ‘melodic, raw and emotional song writing ‘that was the hallmark of the fantastic 2006 debut “Without a Baedeker”.
Drawing comparisons to artists such as Wilco, The Jayhawks and The Lemonheads, Streebeck continue to evolve. They will be playing a number of national dates this summer followed by a more extensive tour in Autumn 2010.
Martin Roberts (frontman of south uk unsigned indie dream-pop band PowderedCows) is an unsigned musician from Christchurch UK who makes music influenced by animals, birds, the outdoors, and his voluntary conservation work he gets involved with, such as otter surveying and looking after rescued bats.,
All proceeds from sales of PowderedCows music go to various animal conservation charities. PowderedCows last album 'attack of pipastrelles' raised money for the uk's Bat Conservation Trust.
PowderedCows currently features Martin on guitar, casio sk100, and lead vocals, Deena on guitar and backing vocals, Amy on casiotone, glock, percussion, backing vocals, and Angus on Bass and backing vocals. Also occasional guest puppets from Sock World...
An Alternative Art Rock Band
5 piece with an uncommon sound comparable to very few. Drawing influences from a variety of artists into fresh perceptive compositions; since April 2010, Hessian have been itching to project their lively, distinctive textures upon you.
Hessian are: Richard White, Sam Chapman, Tilly Thompson, Alex Bragg and Bertie Meyer
"A celebration of youth and noise" - Ollie Mutter (bhone)
If energy, talent and passion could be measured in gold, Fearne would be millionaires. The Bournemouth foursome, Alex Beds (vocal and acoustic guitar), Adam Pulfer (vocals and electric guitar), Nick Bryson (vocals, bass and synths) and Darren Barret (drums) are taking indie pop/rock to a whole new level and winning an army of fans in the process. With exceptional live performances it’s no wonder they have been on the road supporting artists such as Feeder, Athlete, Nizlopi, Stornoway and Diana Vickers. 2009 saw a busy year of touring culminating in their playing to 10,000 people and gaining many new fans with several sessions for BBC Radio Solent. Now with a new 6 track self-titled EP, 2010 is set to see them reach even greater heights.
Principal songwriter of the band, Alex Beds, has the voice and the lyrics to simultaneously charm you and break your heart. But don’t be fooled by his quiet assurance and unassuming persona, this man is a born entertainer and can whip up a crowd to fever pitch within seconds of stepping out onto the stage. The rhythm section of Fearne is key to their sound. Nick Bryson’s driving bass lines inject electric energy and funky overtones to deliver an exciting, multi-layered, complex sound. With Adam Pulfer’s searing lead guitar and Darren Barret’s throbbing drum section Fearne conjure up sonorous perfection. With influences from Damien Rice to Marty McFly, the Fearne boys’ eclecticism is charming.
Fearne’s magic lies in mixing the recognised Brighton sound with the heartfelt, weighty delivery emblematic of romantic Bournemouth. Further add a measure of dry wit with a good dose of eccentricity and you have a recipe for success. If you like your indie pop/rock energetic, your band members passionate and your performances polished to perfection, then look no further
New EP and web presence coming very soon. In the meantime please check out my blog to help connect all aspiring artists. http://artistinsight.wordpress.com/
Lauren Bannon is a Bournemouth based Indie Singer/Songwriter. Regularly playing events across the South and London. Taking influence from artists such as Eva Cassidy, Norah Jones & Regina Spektor to create a sound of nothing you've ever heard!]
Listen to Lauren at http://myspace.com/laurenbannon
