Tag: Wilful Publicity

The Struts – YOUNG&DANGEROUS

The Struts – YOUNG&DANGEROUS

by | Oct 20, 2018

I’m not overly familiar with The Struts I must admit. I have read about them in the music press and how when they opened for the Foo Fighters the band’s frontman Dave Grohl stated that “they’re the best opening band they’ve ever had” and that the rock legend that is Alice Cooper made a cameo in one of their music videos but that is really it.

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Archie Faulks

Archie Faulks

by | Aug 12, 2018

Having previously created music and toured the name Tenterhook, Archie Faulks has returned to the world of music under his own name and sound. We sat down for a chat with him following the release of his new single…

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Just Loud – Electrified (Single)

Just Loud – Electrified (Single)

by | May 24, 2018

When a band or artist comes along with a name which does not include the genre or style in it that really does help them. The reason is that it doesn’t restrict your material as if you were could the Joe Bloggs Rock Community and one day you decided you wanted to record a funk number it would come across as slightly confusing and possibly difficult to market. 

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The Nectars – Sci-Fi Television

The Nectars – Sci-Fi Television

by | May 15, 2018

The Nectars are a female-fronted band from New Jersey who went to New York and made a name for themselves in the underground music scene. The band are formed of vocalist Jessica Kenny, Mike Montalbano (drums/vocals), Jon Paul (bass) and Michael Baron (guitar).

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Gov’t Mule – Coming Round Again

Gov’t Mule – Coming Round Again

by | Dec 17, 2017

A new album from the hard-hitting but remarkably versatile Gov’t Mule is always welcome in these parts. We happily accepted an invitation to meet up once again with bandleader Warren Haynes. With a view to talking about the record content and related matters… Plus a recent sad passing. Thanks Warren for your time and Pete hopes you enjoy that Splinter Group album

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Becca Stevens – Regina

Becca Stevens – Regina

by | Sep 3, 2017

‘Regina’…Latin for ‘queen’. One listen to this collection confirms that indeed Stevens is queen of what she is creating. Her involvement with David Crosby and his recent music attracted my attention. Crosby is free with his praise of her songs and singing. He knows a bit about both. Female voices are much in evidence on TV and radio at present, but not this kind of voice…..

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Alex Francis

Alex Francis

by | Jun 18, 2017

Singer-songwriter Alex Francis is certainly going places. He is currently performing at several UK festivals and has recently released his debut EP ‘These Words’. He very kindly sat down with JLTT to discuss his hometown, working with Melanie C and the first gig he went to. Enjoy…

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Catherine McGrath – One Bright Star

Catherine McGrath – One Bright Star

by | Mar 3, 2017

Over the past five years the genre of country music has surged in popularity in the UK due to a number of factors. Firstly, the legendary broadcaster Bob Harris and his family have always championed new talent in the genre with both his radio programmes and his Under The Apple Tree brand which is going from strength to strength providing coverage to the under the radar acts.

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Dan Owen – A Craftsman At Work

Dan Owen – A Craftsman At Work

by | Oct 7, 2016

Dan Owen is one of those musicians who’s material is incredibly haunting and personally stays with you much like his contemporary Ben Montague. 2016 is a big year for Dan with the release of his new EP ‘Open Hands and Enemies’ on LAB Records, sold-out headline London shows and various special guest tour appearances. We sat down with him for a chat about his love of guitar, touring with Birdy, his friendship with Mick Fleetwood and his hometown of Shrewsbury. Enjoy…

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