Alt-grunge solo artist Tender Claws releases the anticipated debut EP, Tear Him To Pieces.
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K-Music Festival Returns To London This Autumn
K-Music Festival, London’s largest celebration of Korean music and culture, returns for its 13th edition this autumn with an ambitious programme showcasing the depth, diversity and creativity of Korea’s thriving music scene.
Stand By Me – ‘Bob Harris – A Celebration Of Life In Music’ Live Show Announced
An extraordinary line-up of artists spanning rock, folk, country and pop will come together on Wednesday 2 December 2026 at the Royal Albert Hall for “Stand By Me: Bob Harris – A Celebration of Life In Music’ – a landmark concert honouring broadcasting legend Bob Harris.
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Tender Claws
Alt-grunge solo artist Tender Claws releases the anticipated debut EP, Tear Him To Pieces.
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Dan Patlansky — Shelter of Bones
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.
Kate Ellis — Spirals
Born in Louisiana, raised in New York and now based in London, Kate Ellis has returned with her second album ‘Spirals’.
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Troy Redfern – Getaway (Single)
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.
Kim Izzard – One Way To Live (Single)
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.
Jack Savoretti Featuring Nile Rodgers – Who’s Hurting Who (Single)
Singer-songwriter Jack Savoretti is a man who has an ability to make people smile, think and even cry with his emotionally-charged material. With 2021 putting a pause on live gigs and festivals, Jack Savoretti hunkered down to record a new LP.
Ellis Mano Band Featuring Lachy Doley – The Question (Single)
Swiss blues rock outfit Ellis Mano Band have released their second single ‘The Question’ which is taken from their forthcoming album ‘AMBEDO’. However, the new track features Mr Lachy Doley who has worked with the likes of Glenn Hughes, Joe Bonamassa and Jimmy Barnes as well as being a successful solo artist in his own right.
Troy Redfern – Getaway (Single)
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.
Heavyman — Beautiful Place EP
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.
Dynamyte — Show Me You (Single)
Dynamyte is a vocalist, songwriter, drummer and Tae Kwon Do black belt born in Boston, Massachtes. Securing a degree in Social Psychology from Brown University, DYNAMYTE is fascinated by what makes people tick and has embraced that thought process in her songwriting.
Margo Buchanan — Face of The Moon (Single)
Vocalist Margo Buchanan has a career spanning thirty years including the ‘Celebrating Jon Lord’ event where she performed a stunning take on ‘One From The Meadow’ recorded at The Royal Albert Hall in London.
Angélique Kidjo ft. Yemi Alade — Dignity (Single)
Angélique Kidjo’s new single ‘Dignity’ is the perfect upbeat song for Spring/Summer 2021 as the UNICEF Ambassador and GRAMMY-Award winner offers a glimpse of her forthcoming album with a piece of music influenced by the Nigerian Youth Movement.
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Wes Banderson Celebrate The Music of Wes Anderson With September 2026 UK Tour
A unique show for film buffs and music lovers alike is set to tour the UK & Europe this September.
Katie Pruitt Releases New Single ‘Little Boxes’
Acclaimed Americana and indie-folk singer-songwriter Katie Pruitt has released her newest single ‘Little Boxes’.
Jann Klose Teams Up with Music Icon Marcella Detroit for New Single “Hurting Nobody”
What happens when you get to write music with one of your childhood heroes?
Odette Returns With A Cry To The Universe In New Single ‘AAAH!’
UK-born Australian singer-songwriter Odette today returns with her first release since 2024 with ‘AAAH!’ – a sharp soulful piano-led cry to the universe that also marks her debut on Melbourne/London independent Beloved Records.
Johnny Hates Jazz And Jaki Graham Unite For New Single ‘Soul Believer’
British pop legends Johnny Hates Jazz and celebrated soul vocalist Jaki Graham have joined forces for the first time on ‘Soul Believer’, a sophisticated, feel-good single that fuses polished pop sensibility with rich, timeless soul energy.
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Those Made Broken
Glasgow’s Those Made Broken return this September with their sophomore album, ‘A Door You Can Never Close.’
ALICJA Talks Eurovision Song Contest 2026, Her New Single And More
Polish artist and songwriter ALICJA is confirmed to represent Poland at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, where she will perform her new single ‘Pray’. She kindly took time out of her busy schedule to chat to JLTT:
Louise Aubrie Talks New Album, Single And More
Louise Aubrie is a London-born, indie rock artist who splits her time between the UK and the US. She has released her new single ‘Midnight Calls’ from her forthcoming sixth studio album ‘LFA’. We caught up with her to find out more:
Nian Tong Talks New EP, Musical Influences And More
Nian Tong is a London-based singer-songwriter, producer, and composer whose music blends emotionally driven indie pop with warm harmonies and a whimsical melodic sensibility inspired by 1960s and 1970s pop. He spoke to us about his new EP ‘Gradually’ and more:
Barnburner Talk New EP, Their Voices And More
Dublin alternative-folk duo Barnburner have released their debut five-track EP, ‘Nothing to Hold’. They very kindly spoke to us:
Luke James Williams Talks New Album, Music Video And More
Rising English folk artist Luke James Williams will release his second album ‘Limes Hotel,’ on Friday 17th April 2026.
Kind Villain Talks New Single, His Voice And More
Kind Villain’s current single ‘I’m A Little Off’ is forging a powerful personal connection with an audience of fans who connect with its first-person reflection of dealing with neurodivergency. We spoke to him here:
Smag På Dig Selv Talk New Album Musical Memories And More
Smag På Dig Selv (SPDS) have released their second album ‘This Is Why We Lost’ and will tour the UK in May 2026. We sat down with the band here:
Live Reviews
Morganway / Sirena Grace / Me & Deboe (Discovery Talent 2 Showcase), May 2019, 229 Club, London, United Kingdom
For some time I had been promising myself I would check out Norwich act Morganway, encouraged by their PR and management. Tonight is a show I can make – a tad steadily post my surgery – so I head to town and find a sofa.
Mary Spender, March 2018, The Borderline, London, United Kingdom
I first came across Mary Spender on YouTube (like a lot of her following) and was impressed by not only her guitar skills but also her warm vocals which sound very familiar.
Stone Broken with Special Guests Jared James Nichols and The Bad Flowers, February 2018, Islington Assembly Hall, London, United Kingdom
It’s a cold night in North London and a throng of rock fans are outside the venue, awaiting completion of soundchecks and entry. The headline band are just back from dinner, heading back into the hall and responding to calls of greeting, the four walk straight over to the punters and happily pose for photographs and chat before going inside.
Live Dead 69′ Performing ‘Skull and Roses 71’, February 2018, Under The Bridge, London, United Kingdom
Back in London for two nights at Under The Bridge, the Live Dead ensemble led by one-time Grateful Dead keyboard genius Tom Constanten, the group is featuring different album programmes over the Friday and Saturday nights.
Morganway / Sirena Grace / Me & Deboe (Discovery Talent 2 Showcase), May 2019, 229 Club, London, United Kingdom
For some time I had been promising myself I would check out Norwich act Morganway, encouraged by their PR and management. Tonight is a show I can make – a tad steadily post my surgery – so I head to town and find a sofa.
2017 In Review
Maybe it is because we know about them, but yet again this year we seem to have lost so many creative and entertaining characters. And yet again we can be inspired to remember them and keep their music alive…
Hue & Cry with Special Guest Olly Flavell, November 2017, Islington Assembly Hall, Islington, London, United Kingdom
Seeing Hue & Cry in a live performance underlines many things, not least the high quality of their new album material.
Bluesfest Presents Jack Savoretti, October 2017, Indigo at The O2, Greenwich, London, United Kingdom
On the Friday evening before Halloween, we travelled to the entertainment complex known as The O2 Arena to see a headline concert by singer-songwriter Jack Savoretti who has recently re-released a deluxe edition of his latest album ‘Sleep No More’.
Matt Andersen, May 2017, The Borderline, London, United Kingdom
In the year 2017 new music is never far away. In a world with downloading, CDs, vinyl, YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, instant grat tracks any person in the world can access new sounds for their listening pleasure with just an internet connection and an open-minded approach.