The Lone Groover

Named after the anti-hero of a comic strip that graced the weekly music inkies of the1970s…….. THE LONE GROOVER is a one man and guitar outfit who channels his love of folk, punk and Americana into classic songs of beauty, protest and passion – agit-FOLK ‘N’ BOP if you will - Songs that betray a fine eye for detail, a healthy respect for tradition, and a working knowledge of REAL LIFE!!! Always putting he(art) and soul into his performances, armed with his trusty Gibson, fuelled with good vibes, talkin’ jive and sporting sharp clobber, TLG is a definite “one to watch”. The London based songwriter has spent recent months folk ‘n’ bopping his way across the capital in venues such as The Hope & Anchor, The 12 Bar and the Windmill, played at a number of festivals such as Strummerville and had prestigious support slots with Willy Mason, Alabama 3 and Beans on Toast amongst others. He also recently won an award for “Best EP of the year” by the rock-til-you-drop website network...But let’s leave the last words to ‘el Groover himself……… “let’s be clear…..I’m not a solo artist, I’m a one man group…..there’s a subtle difference….I wanna walk like The Clash and sound like Bob Dylan”. Folk music for City dwellers!

Marcello

Marcello is the front man for the local rock/pop Stereo Influence. Using a blend of original songs and classic covers, Marcello really knows how to get the audience going!

Karima Francis

There is a line on 'Glory Days', the poignant, rousing centrepiece of Karima Francis's extraordinary new album, 'The Remedy', that tells you, in just a few words where the Blackpool singer-songwriter is coming from. "They are weak but strong," she sings, "who fail but carry on." 

She looks full of life, of determinations, of confidence - as she says this "Well, I am. I didn't have that last time. I knew things were going on, but it didn’t feel like this. And because of that, I have this real sense of achievement this time. This record feels like my masterpiece.” Another laugh. “So far!”

That last remark is very Karima – a bit of bombast, a touch of mischief, and typical of the northern lass who, no matter how dark some of her days have been, has always responded to adversity with a knowing sense of a humour and an enduring belief in salvation – through love and friendship; and above all, through music. “Music saved me,” Karima agrees. “And that must mean I’m meant to do it.” You can hear that belief when she says, matter-of-factly in parting: “Look, there was a reason I took a break – but I’m back now.” And you can hear it, also, on ‘The Remedy’ – in every note and every word. You’d better believe it too.

Charlie Baxter

One-man electro indie pop party!

My music has been hyped up by BBC Introducing and 6 Music, featured in magazines such as Future Music, and gigged all over the country! Previous live highlights include the BBC Introducing stage at Wychwood Festival 2011, headlining the Agent Stage at Frogfest 2011 and a show-stealing set at Big Bang Festival 2011. 2012 is looking like an exciting year with a new record, lots of gigs and enough glowsticks to put the national grid out of business...

Minnie Birch

 

Minnie Birch sometimes sings alone, other times with her friends but writing and singing songs is what she loves to do. In her own words she writes “dreary sad music, which hopefully leaves people feeling happy when they listen to it” She just finished recording with George Shilling at his beautiful Bank Cottage studio and is releasing an EP towards the end of the year to tie in with a big support slot opening for Joan Armatrading at the Watford Colloseum in October.

Erica

We are indie pop rock. The tune is king. Descending minor chords, japaaaaan. But most of all: Erica loves YOU.

Born as The Envy in the South West, but name-change because we can, and because Erica means 'storyteller' in Norse.

Happy to play for you good people wherever and whenever.

Novella Noise

We are Novella Noise. We are the evolution of The Peppermint Hunting Lodge.

In the past we have gigged the length and breadth of the UK sharing the stage with the likes of Pulled Apart by Horses, Funeral for a Friend, The Automatic, Funeral Party, The Rifles, Talons, Tellison, Maths, Shapes, and &U&I among many others along the way.

With a new EP under our belts, a new drummer and new songs, we have emerged from our Lodge cocoon as Novella Noise.

Jake Watson

Jake Watson is a Folk/Acoustic artist originally coming from Hampshire. Whilst living in Cheltenham Jake recently recorded his first studio EP back in April and will be releasing another by Christmas. His influences stretch from contemporary acts such Laura Marling and Johnny Flynn, and classic songwriters such as Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan and Nick Drake. His music has been described by a local promoter as 'Poetic and Distinct, to create a raw and wonderful sound'.

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Jake-Watson-Music/199961103351659

Charlie Baxter

One man electro-hippity-hoppity-popitty-rock band, taking dance music and indie and crashing them into each other in a big neon new rave explosion!

The debut album Girls, Guitars & Glowsticks is available from iTunes and Spotify! CDs are also available at gigs! These songs have been played on BBC radio, kindly reviewed in Future Music magazine, and gigged all over the place! I'm currently working on a new EP for release on Pink Shoe Records in early 2011...

Tom Browning

Tom Browning is a solo artist from the forest of dean, blending acoustic, rock and pop all into one capturing a modern, yet truly unique sound. Through busking and touring Tom has learnt the ways to putting on a great show, which, with heart filled lyrics and hair raising melodies, makes him an act you won’t forget in a hurry! Sean Jeffry, Ex assistant manager of major record label, SimCo (Owned by Simon Cowell) has said “Tom Browning is showing serious potential as a song writer”. With quotes like this, from the music industry professionals themselves, Tom Browning is a more than capable Singer / Songwriter.

http://www.tombrowning.co.uk/