GIG ONE
This Tuesday get yourselves down to The Maze, where JUST JAMES and ALASKAN FACTION remind Get Cubs why Cerys Matthews says Notts is the ‘capital of music’ .
The Burton on Trent chaps Get Cubs, will be stopping by Notts on their tour and of course have snapped up some of the crème de la crème of local artists to support them.
JUST JAMES is a group that bring together qualities of Hip Hop, Drum ‘n’ Bass Electronica and House music creating their unique sound. Having taken the local scene by storm leading to festival slots and a growing fan bass. To see them live is an explosive experience; listen to their new single ‘Limitless‘ on the latest Nusic New Music Podcast HERE.
The Nottingham University lads that are ALASKAN FACTION, can only be described as Art Indie, Shoegaze Pop with influences ranging from Bombay Bicycle Club and Peace to Two-door Cinema Club. Having recently gotten their first play on BBC Radio 1 why not catch them on the Nusic New Music Podcast HERE.
Also performing on the night is Sam Garret.
FULL LINE UP:
Sam Garret
JUST JAMES
ALASKAN FACTION
Get Cubs
DOORS: 7PM
TICKETS: £4
GIG TWO
Head on down this Thursday for Shut Up And Listen where some awesome female fronted music is brought to you by FarmYard at the Jamcafe, all filmed and broadcasted live by White Collar Zoo.
Amongst the female line up is CHLOE MCSHANE, who will grab your attention with her beautiful R ‘n’ B – esque vocals, sublime song writing ability and humble stage presence. Check out this Confetti Student on our Future session HERE.
NADIA LATOYA the soul-tress will be entertaining the audience with her catchy lyrics, R ‘n’ B infused songs and of course her awesome vocals. This lady is creating good vibes on the Notts scene and has since collaborated with the legend RODNEY P, had a song produced by the uber talented Joe Buhdha and sings backing for HARLEIGHBLU. She is definitely an artist we expect great things to happen for.
Headlining are THE HARGREAVES sisters who are known for their harmonies, heart felt lyrics and their mix of Folk and Soul vocals, or so our mum tells us! We were featured on The Vanessa Feltz show having been discovered through YouTube and if you haven’t guessed it already I am one half of THE HARGREAVES, just to be extra transparent. We have been doing the rounds on the London circuit but we are now back home, so why not come along and say hi. Check out our Future Session HERE.
Also performing on the night is IZZY MARIE HILL brand new to the scene and studying at Nottingham Trent Uni with already having had a BBC Radio 1 play in the bag. This will be an awesome event showcasing some of the powerful female artists on the local scene.
FULL LINE UP:
CHLOE MCSHANE
NADIA LATOYA
IZZY MARIE HILL
THE HARGREAVES
DOORS: 8PM
TICKETS: FREE
GIG THREE
This Sunday round off your weekend by soaking up some awesome music brought to you by Cultural Vibrations at The Golden Fleece.
Amongst the local acts is STARZ a talented teenager singer songwriter, with catchy lyrics, humble stage presence and a beautiful vocal. STARZ will be performing for a second time live at this event and word has it that she shall be singing in front of Prince Harry as he comes to Nottingham. She is definitely an act to watch as she blossoms as an artist. Listen to her track ‘Home Land’ HERE.
BISTRAN AND HIS BAND are what can only be described as Soft Rock/Acoustic. They bring to the stage their beautiful lyrics, catchy tunes and Rock vibes, all guaranteed to get you nodding your head.
Headlining is TASHA DEAN with plays on BBC 1XTRA under her belt she has taken the local scene by storm, with her catchy lyrics, Soulful/R‘n’B pop inspired music and R‘n’B vocals. Check her out on our Future Session HERE.
Also performing at this great event are the Spread The Love extraordinaire JOSH WHEATLEY and me STEPHANIE HARGREAVES but this time without my sister holding me back 
. This is going to be an awesome event to round off to your weekend, so don’t miss out.
FULL LINE UP:
STARZ
JOSH WHEATLEY
BISTRAN AND HIS BAND
STEPHANIE HARGREAVES
TASHA DEAN
DOORS: 8PM
TICKETS: FREE
This was a tricky Top three, both to chose and then write about, as I am playing some of the gigs myself. You might be asking how do you stay objective in such circumstances? Well first we had an editorial meeting where we discussed the merits of each gig in contention. We ended up choosing these three gigs over gigs such as LIPPI COOL at The Golden Fleece and ARSE FULL OF CHIPS at The Maze as the gigs chosen all had a range of amazing Nottingham artists. Having made the decision we then embraced the traditional transparent Nusic approach of acknowledging potential conflicts of interest, explaining why we made the decisions we did (that’s what this is incase you’re wondering!) and even having some fun with them. For more info on how we approach such situations see our FAQs.
Yours In Love Of New Music
Stephanie Hargreaves x
#Spreadthelove
GIG ONE
This weekend DHP Presents their Ones to Watch 2013 at The Rescue Rooms. Friday night is the official after party to the history making JAKE BUGG’S sold out gig at Rock City and welcomes the warming melodies of BITTER STRINGS, GEORGIE ROSE with full band plus the epic harmonies of ONEGIRLONEBOY.
Saturday features previous Future Session guest ADY SULEIMAN alongside the nimbly plucked guitar strings of JOEL BAKER who we are really feeling at the moment, been trying to get him in for a session but work won’t give him the time off! And that’s not all, joining them both is ROB GREEN showcasing tracks off his recent four track EP and SAINT RAYMOND who with rumours of his own debut EP on the horizon is not one to miss.
If that wasn’t enough, it’s all free!
FULL LINE UP:
FRIDAY 17TH FEBRUARY
BITTER STRINGS
GEORGIE ROSE
ONEGIRLONEBOY
DOORS: 10PM
TICKETS: FREE
SATURDAY 16TH FEBRUARY
ADY SULEIMAN
JOEL BAKER
ROB GREEN
SAINT RAYMOND
DOORS: 7PM
TICKETS: FREE
GIG TWO
Get yourself down to The Chameleon Art Cafe this Saturday night where KAGOULE will be celebrating the launch of their debut single ‘Monarchy / Mudhole’. With their “visceral noise that effortlessly morphs into fuzz laden riffs and glassy guitar chimes carried along by relentlessly pounding drums” it’s no wonder that KAGOULE have already received airplay from Radio 1 and Xfm. With all this already achieved we have no doubt 2013 will be massive for KAGOULE, an incredible band with a massive future, NO DOUBT.
Also on the line up are WHITE FINGER a home grown trash punk band.
FULL LINE UP:
KAGOULE.
WHITE FINGER
Blige Pump
DOORS: 8pm
TICKETS: £4 OTD
GIG THREE
To round off an evening of what’s expected to be a wooping insight (ED – wooping insight??) into How To Get Played On The Radio (our Nusic Academy Workshop), why not ball out to the Jam Cafe this Tuesday?
If you haven’t heard of BAND OF JACKALS, who are without doubt one of Nottingham’s hardest working bands, then be sure to check ‘em out. For a preview of what’s to come, view their Future Session with us HERE. Let’s just say, their exuberant rock sounds are a tease!
Armed with an acoustic guitar and a loop pedal, the talented singer-songwriter JOSH KEMP is a natural when it comes to performing. His impelling audience participation technique is perfect in such an intimate and cosy venue like the Jam Cafe.
Also on the bill is a band who is managed by one of our guests from the workshop. Can you guess which one?
FULL LINE UP:
BAND OF JACKALS
JOSH KEMP
The Honourable Society Of Audio Thieves
DOORS: 8pm
TICKETS: FREE
Yours In Love of Music,
Ashleigh Bossman, Elliot Riordan and Laura Dignum
#Spreadthelove
PS Oh and on Saturday keep your eyes peeled for the latest one of THESE
If you’re serious about music, keep Tuesday 12th February free in your diary. With three top industry gurus confirmed for the Nusic Academy Workshop, you can gain a priceless insight on How To Get Played On The Radio. Taking place as part of Confetti’s legendary Industry Week (IW), this event is the only IW event that is open to the public. This is a perfect opportunity to pick the brains of top UK radio professionals!
The guest LINE UP is pretty damn exciting!
ANDY ROGERS – Head of live music at BBC Radio One (& 1Xtra)
The latest guest to be added to the bill is BBC Radio One’s head of live music. Andy Rogers replaces XFM’s John Kennedy due to his media commitments with the Foals’ re-scheduled album release. Andy Rogers is known for working with the likes of Chase and Status, Tinie Tempah, The Black Eyed Keys, Jessie J and Magnetic man. He was substantially involved in last year’s Radio 1’s The Big Hackney Weekend, organising the lineup and recording artists.
DICK STONE – Programme Director at Capital FM
Dick Stone oversees all production at Capital FM in the East Midlands, which draws in hundreds of thousands of listeners. Dick Stone will give you an insight into what he is looking for and about the playlisting process from a commercial radio perspective.
DEAN JACKSON – BBC Introducing and BBC Radio Nottingham presenter
Dean Jackson is part of BBC Introducing, who support and encourage undiscovered new talent. Dean Jackson selects and passes on the very best tracks from the Nottingham region on to DJs at Radio One, Radio 1Xtra and 6Music, enabling your music to receive national airplay. This could lead to performing on the BBC Introducing Stage at major festivals!
Chaired by Mark Del.
Remember this is a FREE TICKETED event. Tickets are selling out fast, so book your place by registering HERE.
Hooking you up with the people who have the knowledge and contacts to help you realise your musical dreams.
Supported by Leftlion, Confetti ICT & DHP.
Yours in the love of new music,
Stephanie Hargreaves x
#spreadthelove
GIG ONE
The place to be on Monday night is at The Bodega, as there is some tip top entertainment coming your way! Supporting the band Folks, VANITY BOX will rock up with their profound jangly guitar chords, gritty vocals and atmospheric power chords. They may even perform an exclusive of their upcoming single Back To The Start. Acoustic sensation DANIEL & THE CLIFFE HANGERS will be strumming up their Indie Pop tunes in a venue they call their ‘spiritual home’. Expect something special.
FULL LINE UP:
VANITY BOX
DANIEL & THE CLIFFE HANGERS
Folks headlining.
DOORS: 7pm
TICKETS: £6
GIG TWO
Get yourself down to the Nottingham Arts Theatre this Friday and start your weekend off with a beverage or two, soaking up some of Nottingham’s young talent.
Light Night Originals presents the talented JOE DANKS, bursting out with spicy lyrics of the folk and pop variety. The Future Sound of Nottingham finalist recently got his first national radio airplay on BBC 6Music!
Get ready for something a little bit different when KICK THE RABBIT’s tribute band hits the stage. It’s not often that you’ll find a local band that covers another local band and they’re closely knit. Prep up for the head mashing extravaganza of what they call THE JIM EXPERIENCE. Not forgetting the lusciously fizzy pop sound of THE GORGEOUS CHANS, who have promised that this gig will be their most theatrical performance yet!
You know the drill, be there or be square.
FULL LINE UP:
JOE DANKS
THE GORGEOUS CHANS
FRANKIE RUDOLF
ESTHER VAN LEUVEN
THE JIM EXPERIENCE
TASH BIRD
MC / Kemet FM presenter ZACH MCCARTHY will also be there.
DOORS: 19:30
TICKETS: £3 in advance or £4 on the night.
GIG THREE
Head down to The Golden Fleece this Sunday for an evening of musical bliss. Organised by Rastarella, Cultural Vibrations proudly presents a wicked line up to lift your musical spirit. Soulful RnB artist TASHA DEAN will be drawing in the crowds with her up lifting lyrics and melodies. There’s no doubt that she’ll have you Hooked For Life! Check out her Future Session with us HERE. Acoustic Indie band IN THE TEEPEES will set the tone for a beautifully harmonised performance and Reggae sensation KINGA-REED will have you moving to his upbeat music in no time.
FULL LINE UP:
KRISS RISS
TASHA DEAN
KINGFA-REDD
HAYLEY QUEEN
IN THE TEEPEES
Set from DJ Hemulen Soundz.
DOORS: 8pm
TICKETS: FREE
Yours In Love of New Music,
Ashleigh Bossman and Stephanie Hargreaves x
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Our New Music Podcast contains a live FS track from TASHA DEAN, music from a drummer that can sing plus more news on our Nusic Academy Workshop.
WARNING: The podcast contains some fruity language.
NUSIC New Music Podcast 044 (100) TRACKLISTING
I AM LONO – Leland
MAJORA – Satisfied
FRAZER LOWRIE – Little Black Bird
KAGOULE – Monarchy
REWIND: CLAY SHAPED BOY – Homecoming
EKKO – Trap In A Box
BACK TO THE FUTURE: TASHA DEAN – Hooked For Life (Live FS Track)
BEN HAYNES – Do You Think I Am Able?
ONE GIRL ONE BOY – Sylvia
FIELDS – Troublemaker
LEAH SINEAD – To The Sea
You can subscribe to the Podcast via iTunes, and you’ll get pictures!
Supported by Confetti and Leftlion
#spreadthelove
