THERA has already emerged as one of the Czech Republic’s most exciting new voices. She’s amassed 8M+ streams, earned recognition as both the EQUAL CZ&SK Ambassador and the first‑ever Czech EQUAL Global Ambassador, and continues to break international ground for Czech artists. We spoke to her about her latest single and more:
Emmy nominated film director/producer and friend of JLTT Sarah McGuinness re-releases her most successful single to date as the stonkin’ anthem to the first opening of The Halyon Club in London for three decades.
Britpop originals DODGY launch the next chapter of their return with a brand-new single, album confirmation, a UK tour and anniversary celebrations for one of the defining albums of the 90s.
THERA has already emerged as one of the Czech Republic’s most exciting new voices. She’s amassed 8M+ streams, earned recognition as both the EQUAL CZ&SK Ambassador and the first‑ever Czech EQUAL Global Ambassador, and continues to break international ground for Czech artists. We spoke to her about her latest single and more:
When it was officially announced that the Marquee Club brand would branch out with a record label Marquee Records in 2021 it was a fantastic way to not only keep the legendary name alive but to also become a platform for the rising stars coming through in the UK music scene.
Award-winning South-African blues rock guitarist Dan Patlansky has returned with his new record Shelter of Bones. The album was recorded over a three-year period from 2019 – 2021 with the global pandemic giving him not only time with his family but also time to think about the songs and how he wanted them to come across.
British slide guitarist Troy Redfern has been gradually building up his fanbase with extensive touring especially on festivals and support slots alongside a fairly consistent output of new music.
Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Matt Backer is an immensely talented individual who has worked with everybody from Julian Lennon to ABC amongst others. Backer has released a new solo album entitled ‘Backernalia’ and he was kind enough to send a copy to urselves at JLTT.
Singer-songwriter Lucy-May is no stranger to us at JLTT, having previously covered her second album ‘Little By Little’. She has a brand new single called ‘Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me’ and has opted to give it the acoustic treatment.
Kim Izzard is a singer-songwriter from the Midands and she has released her new single ‘One Way To Live’ which is taken from her debut album ‘Life’s Journey’ scheduled for a September 2021 release.
British slide guitarist Troy Redfern has been gradually building up his fanbase with extensive touring especially on festivals and support slots alongside a fairly consistent output of new music.
Malone Sibun is the work of UK based soulful blues-rock artist Marcus Malone and British blues rock guitarist Innes Sibun. Such is the way with many band origin tales; a chance meeting between the pair uncovered a surprising amount of musical common ground and the outfit was born.
If there is one thing you cannot call Mr Michael Ball it is lazy. Stepping in to host the late Sir Terry Wogan’s BBC Radio 2, Ball has entertained millions of listeners every Sunday morning as well as appearing in musicals such as Hairspray not to mention his steady output with Alfie Boe and the touring that comes with it.
Ivory Layne is a woman who started the art of songwriting at the age of six and learnt the art of music production in her teenage years. As her career grew, she supported the likes of Andy Grammar and The Script amongst others and was then signed to Justin Timberlake’s artist development company Villa40.
Heavyman are a four-piece London-based hard rock band Their debut EP ‘Beautiful Place’ opens with ‘Baby Jean’ with a punchy rock electric guitar riff from Nick Burns as a pulsating drumbeat pours out the speakers. A solid start gentleman.
Critically acclaimed Country artist, Drake Milligan, adds new UK and European dates to his Autumn schedule on his headline Tumbleweed World Tour which kicked off in November 2025.
UK singer-songwriter Joe Hicks launches into 2026 with the release of his electrifying new single, ‘More to Me’, offering another glimpse of his forthcoming studio album Before It Gets Dark, due in March.
JUNO nominated and Maple Blues Award winner Spencer Mackenzie releases his fourth single “Don’t Know Where I’m Going” from his upcoming studio album Empty Chairs.
Today, acclaimed singer, songwriter and front man of Christian rock icons Stryper, Michael Sweet is proud to announce his new album, ‘The Master Plan,’ his most personal and spiritually resonant solo album yet.
American rock supergroup Hollywood Vampires will return to the UK this summer for a string of hugely anticipated shows; their first live shows in almost 3 years.
Set for release on March 13th, ‘8 Tracks’ by Jack K is a rare cross-generational collaboration where music and poetry merge into something intimate, cinematic, and quietly dramatic. We chatted to him here:
Jules has released his highly anticipated debut album, ‘Loverboy Chronicles’—a 10-track exploration of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery told through the lens of a man unafraid to feel deeply. We chatted to him about the new album, his voice and more:
Rising indie-pop quartet SOAP exist in that rarefied space where they can earn attention from Radio 1’s Future Alternative, Rock Sound and Upset while also enthralling big audiences as guests to the likes of Busted and The Vamps. The band chatted to us about their new single ‘Awkward Now’:
Ilan Eshkeri’s ‘Space Station Earth’ is a genre-defying audio-visual experience which offers the opportunity to see the world through the eyes of an astronaut. The show will embark on a 2026 UK Tour and Ilan Eshkeri very kindly spoke to us:
British classic rock/psych outfit The Lunar Effect are proud to announce the release of their third full-length studio album, “Fortune’s Always Hiding”, available on all major streaming platforms and physical formats via Svart Records. The band spoke to us about the album, their musical influences and more:
Critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, and actress Karin Ann opens an evocative new chapter in her artistic journey with the release of her latest single, “i was never yours.” We sat down with her to find out more:
Rising UK heavyweights Cartoons Can’t Die are set to unleash their highly anticipated new album, ‘Rebirth’ on Friday 6th February 2026. We spoke them about the new album, their 2026 live dates and more:
Rising UK heavy metal force, The Last Bastion have released their latest single ‘Legion Of The Damned’. We wanted to learn more and the band kindly spoke to us:
So it’s the Sunday of the first BST concert weekends and a bill headlined by US super diva Barbra Streisand
Beth Hart with Special Guest Davy Watson Friday 4th May 2018 Royal Albert...
This was the place to be in London tonight, for fans of blues and roots music. Mostly the audience heard men playing BUT each of the three acts was of course fronted by a female artist with something to say and the voice and chops to deliver it.
It isn’t often – and for this audience not nearly often enough – that Irish singer-songwriter Furey plays live in London. When he and his three accompanists take the stage dead on time at 8 pm, a wave of warm applause erupts.
So it’s the Sunday of the first BST concert weekends and a bill headlined by US super diva Barbra Streisand
Album launch time! I had met up with Laurence again for a chat at The Heights in town a few days before this show and it was clear that he could hardly wait to get the promotional tour for the new album The Truth under way.
It’s been a rocky road for King King in recent times. Led by one of the recently unlucky Nimmo brothers, Alan, the last few months have seen a change of keyboard player from Bob Fridzema to Jonny Dyke but of more concern to us followers persistent throat /vocal problems that Alan has struggled to counter.
The ‘An Evening With’ concept is not a new idea but it has been used with many people from various walks of life; comedians, radio presenters, politicians, musicians and film stars. The idea of being in intimate surroundings with an individual you admire, respect and enjoy is something that appeals to many people.
It’s a cold, wet evening in the metropolis, but what a cool way to start the New Year! The reassembled international rock quartet take to the stage in London to present a lot of the new BCC4 album plus other selections.