If you like this, can I please recommend Saint Jude.
I have a thing for soulful vocals over big tunes.
You just don't get raw talent exuding from modern music TV in the UK. The closest is Jools Holland's Later show on BBC, but something just a little younger, about real music, would be perfect.
I tweeted The Sea, who are doing well in Europe and USA with their authentic massive rocking pop sound that straddles both centuries. They have recommended a Danish band, Thee Attack. I recommended Popskull and Hedoniacs back to them. The rise of timeless sounds with muscle in their riffs, can only be a good thing.
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Showing posts with label Saint Jude. Show all posts
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Friday, 20 May 2011
Sunday, 16 January 2011
2011 - Hunt for your rock n roll thrills.
Tipping is good. Experiencing is better.
Its good to see a variety of 2011 tips. Without following a thousand links, certain names pop up regularly.
One of the bands that will flavour this year can't be tipped as "new" but must be recommended. British Sea Power are like the waves that lap the shores and erode the cliffs. Living up to their name almost, they've chipped away until they are actually 2011's first definite Band Of The Year, courtesy of their latest album, Valhalla Dancehall being released this month.
Touring with Manic Street Preachers wouldn't have hindered their stealthy rise from unde restimation to possible over compensation in some quarters. It's genuine achievement iced with timely, well earned, recognition. From the album, this is Living Is So Easy.
Social networking reveals that outside of their most ardent following, BSP are one of the best known bands whose songs people don't know. That will be a thing of the past, but ties nicely into the media arguing with themselves as this year gets under way. Is (fill in as applicable) dead? I think Goth is this week's genre...
National press opinion is that certain types of music are dying out. In all honestly, the 'Whole Lotta Love' guitar break by Led Zepellin that was the theme music for 70s Top Of The Pops is too hard for the tepid almost-urban pop and apologetic old-play "indie" that make attempts at listening to national Radio 1 such tedious work. Dear young whippersnappers, turn UP the volume.
Some of the biggest true stars right now, make music fans beside themselves with awe. Most people (especially in the UK where they grow em real good) have never heard of these entertainers.
This blog started in November with an article Rock N Roll Revolution Is Not Being Televised.
Oh the (perfectly, well spotted) joy of Classic Rock tipping one of the bands that inspired the article; Saint Jude. A "must see live band" as one to watch. And then some.
Saint Jude are utterly sensational. No autotuner, Shoreditch clone kit or celebrity parents required for their musicianship or the spine tingling presence of front woman, Lynne Jackaman
The Unwanted, or whatever they're called, should (best Mr T voice;) Get Some Nuts. Perhaps Marner Brown could loan them a fraction of their stage presence. The only way to test if rock n roll is dead is to let it have exposure again. Perhaps Radio 1 could play list the next MB single. They certainly looked at home next to Pixie Lott on the front page of YouTube music lately. They're in Star Soaked Music's Ones To Watch 2011 list.
This blog may be less than two months old, but the kind feedback from some bands and managers, so far throws SSM in a proverbial tizzy. Feels like we're on a right track. The new rock n roll really is;
Much as we love Lady Gaga and Tinie Tempah, for being a more edgy kind of pop star, day time national radio is so safe that most of the 20th century's most adventurous, imagination capturing big hits, would be consigned to "specialist" play. Nowadays, that is where the gems are to be found first. It's how Xfm made their name in the early days. They were playing Radiohead when Radio 1 wouldn't. Not that the experimental beat combo would suit either station's programming these days, or need to.
As street talk and it's music has it's own avenues, it wouldn't hurt for the more musically adventurous and harder edged guitar and electro sounds to be heard too. Its the 21st century, after all, and the idea "nice old dears" are so last millenium. Those amazing young adults of the 60s are an inspiration still.
The Last Time by The Rolling Stones would be a noticeable, stand out song on the radio even if released these days. But you'd probably need to listen late at night to hear it.
There will defiinitely be more of this artist on the airwaves and at hot ticket festivals from now on;
While Channel 4 markets it's young/Skins/T4 side, it's not known for actually "breaking" bands. C4 producers seem to keep an eye on mainstream media tips and the well connected.
At SSM we rely on friends, especially in the cities, where there are movements in music that share a concensus, as if by ESP or something.
Star Soaked Music loves the barriers/trousers down rock'n'roll of The Dandies, the crazy as a bag of rabbits art pop scene, the new beat poets, the whip-me sounds of the danciest electro like Midlands outfit, Isolated Atoms, and the bish bosh bash flash of Bashy, the cross over of grime, the teen scene fashion statements of dub step and the multi-tasking of visual creatives connected to music in all kinds of ways.
Its all so exciting that it makes watching Ch4 presenters (except Max n O.B.) and presentations a bit patronising to kids round our way, and like something your bank manager would recommend, to us grown ups.
Hang on. There's lots of cash behind the people on telly, so the money people already approve. The 16 year olds with Muddy Waters AND The Libertines in their collection, even 10 year old Willow Smith, have a real edge. A natural suss that can be found in artists in their 70s, or just outta school.
This is a minute of a song SSM reviewed last month soundtracking the riot for them at their last London show. What the hell? A junior echo of The Strokes or something? Perhaps its just that rocking out is actually the underground thrill right now. Either way, the kids are obviously HAVING Warehouse Republic as one of their own 2011 tips.
The young/the old, they know where its at. There was some twitter feedback about her mum having better taste, when Fearne Cotton's mother chose some tracks recently on the radio.
There are kids that LOVE BBC 4 documentaries alongside Hollyoaks, and wish there was a music programme more like The Old Grey Whistle Test, The Word, Snub, The Tube etc. A special mention for Tony Wilson who took his love of music onwards to Factory Records and The Hacienda. Joan as Policewoman, on the God Is In The TV show Gin In Teacups, sings wonderfully. The session is quality with an obsession for music. It shows and comes complete with a not-your-usual interview. No wonder they've racked up over 50,000 views in two months http://gininteacups.co.uk/
20th Century's Punky Reggae partying, Radio Caroline, Ready Steady Go, raves and hip hop have flavoured our current melting pot. Modern national, mainstream TV and radio don't need to embrace the untipped. Much of their material comes signed, published, TV advertised and or with management/a booking agent that will ensure high profile gigs. These are self fulfilling by nature. What adds colour to the now predictable predictions are acts that seem to come from nowhere.
Thanks to affordable social networking, word of mouth about recommended music can be written too. Video clips help decide where to spend scarce cash. BBC Introducing shows around the country are a great way to be heard. Additionally, pro active buzz artists have been getting excited about being featured on some of the up and coming new music stations that necessity has created.
If you tweet, search Twitter for @amazingradio or http://amazingradio.co.uk/ *
@rechargedradio or http://www.rechargedradio.com/ * @propagandaradio on the cool as polar bear paws http://www.xstreameast.co.uk/ - they are all links to where some wicked talents have been showcased already, this year alone. The inclusiveness reflects what's happening at the best new music nights.
Those clubs are where the action is AT. That should be the next article, perhaps a few tweets worth for a general concensus from whoever answers. What Are The Best New Music Clubs?
Cock n Bull kid started on the hot-ticket circuit and is now frankly ready for day time radio and TV to embrace a big popular music tune such as One Eye Closed, for instance.
Is rock dead? Are Brother really any good? All three answers ("yes", "no", "whatever") are equally correct, depending on your point of view.
The recently born music publication that believes in rock n roll, Louder Than War, articulated this with the kind of investigated insight that seperates personal fan blogging (erm, like SSM) from thought provoking journalism. That's why they're in our Ones To Watch http://louderthanwar.com/ too.
It doesn't matter as much as living for the moment. A google search for best new live music clubs throws up no particular events, the nature of grass roots is fluid, but perhaps the events that the above artists play at and the accopanying documentation of early attention are a good place to start.
Can Star Soaked Music predict this year's big things? Of course not. Experience favourite next excitements? Yes indeed. Do it. Make and feel the difference.
Which of the current artists and songs will stand out in 50 years? Only time will tell. Tips for 2011? Only December will tell. Nuff nuff chopsing for now.
Its good to see a variety of 2011 tips. Without following a thousand links, certain names pop up regularly.
One of the bands that will flavour this year can't be tipped as "new" but must be recommended. British Sea Power are like the waves that lap the shores and erode the cliffs. Living up to their name almost, they've chipped away until they are actually 2011's first definite Band Of The Year, courtesy of their latest album, Valhalla Dancehall being released this month.
Touring with Manic Street Preachers wouldn't have hindered their stealthy rise from unde restimation to possible over compensation in some quarters. It's genuine achievement iced with timely, well earned, recognition. From the album, this is Living Is So Easy.
Social networking reveals that outside of their most ardent following, BSP are one of the best known bands whose songs people don't know. That will be a thing of the past, but ties nicely into the media arguing with themselves as this year gets under way. Is (fill in as applicable) dead? I think Goth is this week's genre...
National press opinion is that certain types of music are dying out. In all honestly, the 'Whole Lotta Love' guitar break by Led Zepellin that was the theme music for 70s Top Of The Pops is too hard for the tepid almost-urban pop and apologetic old-play "indie" that make attempts at listening to national Radio 1 such tedious work. Dear young whippersnappers, turn UP the volume.
Some of the biggest true stars right now, make music fans beside themselves with awe. Most people (especially in the UK where they grow em real good) have never heard of these entertainers.
This blog started in November with an article Rock N Roll Revolution Is Not Being Televised.
Oh the (perfectly, well spotted) joy of Classic Rock tipping one of the bands that inspired the article; Saint Jude. A "must see live band" as one to watch. And then some.
Saint Jude are utterly sensational. No autotuner, Shoreditch clone kit or celebrity parents required for their musicianship or the spine tingling presence of front woman, Lynne Jackaman
The Unwanted, or whatever they're called, should (best Mr T voice;) Get Some Nuts. Perhaps Marner Brown could loan them a fraction of their stage presence. The only way to test if rock n roll is dead is to let it have exposure again. Perhaps Radio 1 could play list the next MB single. They certainly looked at home next to Pixie Lott on the front page of YouTube music lately. They're in Star Soaked Music's Ones To Watch 2011 list.
This blog may be less than two months old, but the kind feedback from some bands and managers, so far throws SSM in a proverbial tizzy. Feels like we're on a right track. The new rock n roll really is;
Much as we love Lady Gaga and Tinie Tempah, for being a more edgy kind of pop star, day time national radio is so safe that most of the 20th century's most adventurous, imagination capturing big hits, would be consigned to "specialist" play. Nowadays, that is where the gems are to be found first. It's how Xfm made their name in the early days. They were playing Radiohead when Radio 1 wouldn't. Not that the experimental beat combo would suit either station's programming these days, or need to.
As street talk and it's music has it's own avenues, it wouldn't hurt for the more musically adventurous and harder edged guitar and electro sounds to be heard too. Its the 21st century, after all, and the idea "nice old dears" are so last millenium. Those amazing young adults of the 60s are an inspiration still.
The Last Time by The Rolling Stones would be a noticeable, stand out song on the radio even if released these days. But you'd probably need to listen late at night to hear it.
There will defiinitely be more of this artist on the airwaves and at hot ticket festivals from now on;
You can hear a classic quality in the sound of James Blake, recommended everywhere and in The Brits best new artists list which is a great introduction to the general public and a guarantee of a bright future. He was tipped in The Guardian last April and hasn't disappointed. Watch the above video for a mere 30 seconds. The hype is justified.
At SSM we rely on friends, especially in the cities, where there are movements in music that share a concensus, as if by ESP or something.
Star Soaked Music loves the barriers/trousers down rock'n'roll of The Dandies, the crazy as a bag of rabbits art pop scene, the new beat poets, the whip-me sounds of the danciest electro like Midlands outfit, Isolated Atoms, and the bish bosh bash flash of Bashy, the cross over of grime, the teen scene fashion statements of dub step and the multi-tasking of visual creatives connected to music in all kinds of ways.
Its all so exciting that it makes watching Ch4 presenters (except Max n O.B.) and presentations a bit patronising to kids round our way, and like something your bank manager would recommend, to us grown ups.
Hang on. There's lots of cash behind the people on telly, so the money people already approve. The 16 year olds with Muddy Waters AND The Libertines in their collection, even 10 year old Willow Smith, have a real edge. A natural suss that can be found in artists in their 70s, or just outta school.
This is a minute of a song SSM reviewed last month soundtracking the riot for them at their last London show. What the hell? A junior echo of The Strokes or something? Perhaps its just that rocking out is actually the underground thrill right now. Either way, the kids are obviously HAVING Warehouse Republic as one of their own 2011 tips.
The young/the old, they know where its at. There was some twitter feedback about her mum having better taste, when Fearne Cotton's mother chose some tracks recently on the radio.
There are kids that LOVE BBC 4 documentaries alongside Hollyoaks, and wish there was a music programme more like The Old Grey Whistle Test, The Word, Snub, The Tube etc. A special mention for Tony Wilson who took his love of music onwards to Factory Records and The Hacienda. Joan as Policewoman, on the God Is In The TV show Gin In Teacups, sings wonderfully. The session is quality with an obsession for music. It shows and comes complete with a not-your-usual interview. No wonder they've racked up over 50,000 views in two months http://gininteacups.co.uk/
20th Century's Punky Reggae partying, Radio Caroline, Ready Steady Go, raves and hip hop have flavoured our current melting pot. Modern national, mainstream TV and radio don't need to embrace the untipped. Much of their material comes signed, published, TV advertised and or with management/a booking agent that will ensure high profile gigs. These are self fulfilling by nature. What adds colour to the now predictable predictions are acts that seem to come from nowhere.
Thanks to affordable social networking, word of mouth about recommended music can be written too. Video clips help decide where to spend scarce cash. BBC Introducing shows around the country are a great way to be heard. Additionally, pro active buzz artists have been getting excited about being featured on some of the up and coming new music stations that necessity has created.
If you tweet, search Twitter for @amazingradio or http://amazingradio.co.uk/ *
@rechargedradio or http://www.rechargedradio.com/ * @propagandaradio on the cool as polar bear paws http://www.xstreameast.co.uk/ - they are all links to where some wicked talents have been showcased already, this year alone. The inclusiveness reflects what's happening at the best new music nights.
Those clubs are where the action is AT. That should be the next article, perhaps a few tweets worth for a general concensus from whoever answers. What Are The Best New Music Clubs?
Cock n Bull kid started on the hot-ticket circuit and is now frankly ready for day time radio and TV to embrace a big popular music tune such as One Eye Closed, for instance.
Is rock dead? Are Brother really any good? All three answers ("yes", "no", "whatever") are equally correct, depending on your point of view.
The recently born music publication that believes in rock n roll, Louder Than War, articulated this with the kind of investigated insight that seperates personal fan blogging (erm, like SSM) from thought provoking journalism. That's why they're in our Ones To Watch http://louderthanwar.com/ too.
It doesn't matter as much as living for the moment. A google search for best new live music clubs throws up no particular events, the nature of grass roots is fluid, but perhaps the events that the above artists play at and the accopanying documentation of early attention are a good place to start.
Can Star Soaked Music predict this year's big things? Of course not. Experience favourite next excitements? Yes indeed. Do it. Make and feel the difference.
Which of the current artists and songs will stand out in 50 years? Only time will tell. Tips for 2011? Only December will tell. Nuff nuff chopsing for now.
Tuesday, 28 December 2010
Wednesday, 1 December 2010
The Dandies - biggest rock from Switzerland since The Alps
@starsoakedmusic : 2011 is rock n roll heaven! Believe and pass it on. The music power stars, they will come.
(l-r) Adrian Weber (lead vocals/guitar), Dimitri Schubiger (bass),
Fabian "Fizzie" Voirol (drums/vocals), Eric Weber (guitar/vocals)
(Photographed at London Bull & Gate by Jack Mealing).
Star Soaked refers to dripping in sweat, under the lights, having put your soul into communicating your music to an audience to the point that your twinkle reaches out and converts new disciples.
This is just what happened recently at a Saint Jude gig when the supporting act played a set that perfectly complemented such an excellent headliiner. I left, star soaked by The Dandies.
Aware of a new buzz, I was determined to catch them live on this trip to the UK. To be honest, I’d just listened a bit on line. I surf the net a lot so only pick up on tunes that can grab attention within a minute. 'Bootstraps' did it by mixing powerchord beats with song writing sensibilities within 60 seconds and I investigated more. I like rocking rock and The Dandies "really got me".
Live, The Dandies were a fun experience, especially as there was a genuine feeling of affection for, and connection with, the audience. They are louder and more full on than the recordings, without losing the pop element of their tunes that hook the songs . It’s pretty mighty.
Sure there had been some camdenshoreditchindiecoolhairandclothes bands on the bill earlier but nowadays its the rock n roll bands that stand out and are more memorable. It’s been as if accessible music, punching the air and singing along had become dirty words in the trendy scene aspect of the music press. Perhaps that’s why garage and blues tinged rock sound so fresh right now.
The Dandies personify that freshness.
They formed in Switzerland, with a mutual love of classic American bands from both centuries, but also a heartfelt desire to create their own history. It is this urge that I can feel coming off the stage in waves.
I am actually down the front for an act I’ve never seen before and don’t really know their songs. Within a few bars of them starting to play their punky edged garage rock anthems.
They have no shame in sounding like the kind of stars that should reclaim Reading Festival with huge, swaggering classic tunes that refer to the roots of one of the original rock n roll festivals when they were more about music than money infatuation.
Following the London shows, singer and guitarist with the band, Adrian Weber, kindly took time out for a quick interview with a curious Star Soaked Music who wanted to know about the Swiss rock n roll scene;
Adrian: “I guess it’s similar to different scenes around the world – I expect it’s not as big and not as developed as, say, the London scene. You can get a local name pretty quickly and develop to a certain point. Then you gotta move on if you’re serious. Or that’s how I see it at least.”
And putting their money where their collective mouth is, The Dandies are doing just that. Moving on to the city that they made such an impression on. It’s a massive step.
SSM: Do you already have plans and accomodation?
A: "Yes we do have somewhere to live. It’s a tiny apartment and we’ll literally pretty much be sleeping on top of each other. It sounds funny but we can’t wait for all that! This really is our next big step and we’re serious about taking our career to the next levels. London is the place to do that.
We’ve got some plans too. One of which is a video shoot which we’re really excited for, we’ve never done one before. Also, it’s London. Now that’s a town that can party. That’s in our plans too, of course."
SSM : So The Dandies had one helluva good time when they were last getting down in London town....
A: "...We did have the time of our lives. Mainly because we were just blown away by the great reception we got. We never expected it. I mean some people who came to the first show ended up coming again to another, it was nuts. The shows were the highlights really!
Oh yeah, haha, there was an after party at our manager’s flat which we shall not speak about, but that would join the shows as one of the highlights."
SSM : sounds like you won some followers...
A: Yes, we did make new fans which was amazing. It was overwhelming for us to get that kind of response. We treat each show as if it’s the last thing we’re ever going to do and want to go out with a bang. It made us really happy and proud that people got that and liked and cheered us on.
I could go on and on about how we felt in London. But it was amazing. We’ll never forget those shows. That’s why we’re moving over, I guess.
SSM : Having to fit so much into a short tour, did you get to check out many other bands?
Not really… We saw the bands we played with at the various nights and I was really impressed. Each was awesome yet different at the same time. I love that sense of creativity. When you can hear the influences but it’s still unique. All the bands we saw were top draw!
The Dandies – who I would have loved to see at their Black Rebel Motorcycle Club support - have made an amazing 2010 for themselves that included appearances at SXSW, Reeperbahn Fetival and those adoration fuelling UK tour dates. They’ve just finished some new recordings, and look to be back in Britain soon where they are on the wavelength to fit right on in.
You wanna have shagtastic fun at a rock concert? Go see The Dandies. Ones To Experience for 2011.
Thank you to the band’s manager, Antony Meola at Yergh Entertainment Group, for help.
Thursday, 25 November 2010
The Rock n Roll Revolution Is Not Being Televised
"God gave rock n roll to you."
Argent
Saint Jude, Marner Brown, Popskull, Mona, Hedoniacs and more in the vanguard of the rock n roll hard blues revolution.
Whats exciting me isn't on TV. There is no Snub, Old Grey Whistle Test today. Let alone Ready Steady Go or Top Of The Pops. Don't live in the past, but some cutting edge music for the future wouldn't go amiss. On everything broadcastable at the moment, Pixie Lott is very pretty and has a nice voice. Tinie Tempah is really cool. Beyonce, Kanye West and Lady Gaga etc are genuine 21st century mega stars and the Warpaint, O Children, Everything Everything wave of music press tips are more than worth checking out. Must be having a female editor for NME that's making it readable again. N Dubz, well they are just nasty in every way but hey they're famous so tongue those butt holes. So yes, admittedly, modern music TV is sparkly, weakly witty, young and stylish. In the mean time, there's a stark side to the bleak future of real life. Raving and rocking are the down to earth escapism that doesn't come into, so therefore ever go out of, fashion.
This Autumn some of the most geniune audience and artist exchanges have been courtesy of Rock n Roll. That is the soul infused, sweat drenched, sex faced ROCK you can only see on BBC 4 in some documentary celebrating legends.
The thing is, at the time they were just the kind of excited exchanges that you can experience for yourself right now off the beaten trail of national music press radar. Having said that, Mona, a band recommended some time ago by one of the Rock Chick Institute, are getting noticed, so who knows? 2011 may actually ROCK!
They've been likened to Janis Joplin fronting The Faces but that just touches on the adoration for Lynne Jackaman's vocals and the might of Saint Jude live. Now very much in demand on the European circuit and more at home in venues like Bush Hall these days, these organically growing stars played an intimate set at The Bull & Gate recently with up and coming Swiss (garage rock n) rollers, The Dandies. Both bands raised the roof and kicked it in the crotch with a total rock show. Ronnie Wood of Rolling Stones is really on the ball and has not only given Saint Jude the thumbs up, but also Marner Brown. Five musicians made for young girls to throw their knickers at. They rock HARD and TIGHT live.
Jon Spencer Blues Explosion are back, and in timely fashion, the uber-groovy Hedoniacs and Popskull are ones to watch getting shows in Camden and The West End. London may be bleeding venues like a slashed wrist but what a soundtrack for Westminster to allow the capital's world live music scene to die to. Or www.savethe100club.co.uk
Love for Saint Jude (October 2010) Kentish Town, London.
Like raving, rock n roll is for everybody. No limits. Get away from it all. You gotta roll with it.
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