Julian Mika - 'Know To'
Know To - Julian Mika
Raised in North West London, Julian Mika is the light from the lamp post onto the dark streets of London bringing a new shine to this thriving UK scene.
From exciting melodies, honest lyrics and silky flows Julian encompasses all that you want from a Hip Hop artist in todays climate and all done with a coolness and ease that will keep you gripped to his every move as time unfolds.
Know To is the highly anticipated first solo release from North West London's own Julian Mika.
Julian, previously part of the group Grand Wa Zoo, had already made his mark performing infront of an audiance of 10,000 at MTA Festival, China, alongside Rudimental, Example and Alan Walker. He's also supported Mike Skinner in London and played many festivals including Boom Bap.
Eyez and Sleepa present the Late Ones EP * Dark Electronica WIth Support From Rinse FM & Reprezent FM
Info:
‘Late Ones’ is a combination of dark, bass driven system music and gritty atmospheric sound. Combining consciousness and euphoric club rhythms, Eyez & Sleepa’s music takes influence from Bristol’s dub scene, Livity Sound and the London label Swamp 81. Tracks have already been showcased on My Nu Leng’s Rinse FM show as well as Benteki’s Reprezent radio show.
With the launch of their own label Basilica in formation, the pair have already supported the likes of Mike Skinner during his sold out show at Gloucester Guildhall, headlined with Lamont at the Basilica show, and have upcoming features with Rider Shafique, Grim Sickers, Dread MC and Griz-O. Eyez & Sleepa have also performed the Gloucester Rooftop Sessions alongside the renowned Multi Story Orchestra, before performing at Tadstock Festival this summer.
Self taught musicians Izaak and Dylan began their experiments with music at parties, exposing others to their explorations in underground music. Over the years they have refined their sound which has morphed into what you hear today. Never defining themselves as a particular genre or style, the multi-genre pair stick to their guns and don’t always follow the trend. Now, despite living busy lifestyles, the hardworking pair often find themselves working together into the early hours of the morning, establishing their image and devising their sound.
Lucy Whittaker - 'Curious' ( “Proper Pop” – BBC RADIO 1’s CLARA AMFO )
Curious - Lucy Whittaker
Info:
“One of the most influencial unsigned commercial pop artists around” - DIVA
“Proper Pop” – BBC RADIO 1’s CLARA AMFO
“Highly influencial pop sound” – CelebMix
“A self-propelled pop sensation” – CLASH
Lucy Whittaker is one of the most important emerging pop artists right now. ‘Curious’ is a bold, brave and carefully crafted record that exceeds all expectation, delivering big synth lines, hard-hitting choruses and infectious vocal melodies. ‘Curious’ lingers long after its first listen, delving into darker territory whilst retaining its commercial appeal. Lucy’s latest single is her biggest triumph to date.
This release follows ‘ Who’s Gonna Know’ which drew notable acclaim from BBC Introducing and DIVA Magazine, later being crowned as Heather Peace’s track of the week on DIVA Radio. The single was also featured on Pop Affairs, Music Musings and Such, Vents Mag, Celeb Mix, and more.
Lucy is set to celebrate her 2018 success in Austin, Texas, after being invited to perform on the TCA stage at SXSW in March of next year. With her growing fan base and a phenomenal following in the LGBTQ+ community, Lucy smashed PRIDE Leeds, Manchester, Bristol as well as the DIVA stage, Leicester Square, London. She has also supported Clean Bandit, Craig David, Scott Mills and Anne Marie, alongside nominations for Best Record and Best Female Artist on the UMA’s 2018 longlist. Lucy’s 2017 single ‘I’m Not Ever Coming Back Again’ charted at #12 in the UK Viral 50 chart, and had radioplay on an international scale, with her debut ‘Only One’ EP braking top spot on the Hype Machine Twitter chart.
In Lucy’s words:
'Curious' is about stealing a girl off a boy. I wanted to write a song which is honest and authentic to me and the situation many people go through, and I refuse to hold anything back. For so many people, that time when you're exploring who you are and experimenting with people, gender, and sexuality is so exciting - it gives you a rush. I wanted to try and encapsulate that feeling in a track, and I think that's what 'Curious' does. It's playful, but it has a deeper message - be true to who you are, and enjoy it.
THE MOUSE OUTFIT - New Video & Album - UK Hip Hop's Finest !
The Mouse Outfit ft. Berry Blacc, Dubbul O & Ellis Meade - Late Night Doors
* “LATE NIGHT DOORS” IS TAKEN FROM THE NEW ALBUM "JAGGED TOOTH CROOK" BY THE MOUSE OUTFIT *
* PREVIOUS SUPPORT FROM UKHH, KCRW, BBC 6 MUSIC, HHK, VADIM AND MANY MORE *
THE MOUSE OUTFIT
JAGGED TOOTH CROOK
ARTIST: The Mouse Outfit / ALBUM: Jagged Tooth Crook / LABEL: TMO Records (DIGITAL AND CD) HHV (VINYL)
CAT NO: TMOCD004
FEATURED VOCALISTS: IAMDDB. Ellis Meade, Dubbul O, Berry Blacc, Kinkai, Sparkz, Fox,
Black Josh, Layfullstop, Dr Syntax, Truemendous
PRODUCTION: Chini, Metrodome, Defty, Deese, Pitch 92
MIXING: Chini, Metrodome
MASTERING: Sappo
PHOTOGRAPHY & ILLUSTRATION: https://www.instagram.com/stemfourvisual/
PRE ORDER: https://www.hhv.de/shop/en/item/mouse-outfit-the-jagged-tooth-crook-591727
SOCIAL MEDIA:
WEBSITE - www.themouseoutfit.com
FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/themouseoutfi
TWITTER - https://www.twitter.com/themouseoutfit
INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/themouseoutfit
SOUNDCLOUD - https://soundcloud.com/themouseoutfit
BANDCAMP - https://themouseoutfit.bandcamp.com
SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3fZgTHf9UHEA1oLYLEhnk2
ITUNES - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/artist/the-mouse-outfit/409857576
With over 29 musicians, vocalists and producers involved in the album (including Blue Note’s Ashley Henry and the Cinematic Orchestra’s Sam Vicary) this is their most ambitious project to date. The lead single from the album (I Wonder - feat. IAMDDB& Fox) has already clocked up over 1 million views on Youtube. Production has been overseen by the band founders Chinin and Defty with help from synth wizard Metrodome (LEVELZ). Contributions have also come from the band’s drummer Deeseand Pitch 92(High Focus). This album retains the trademark head nodding beats of the band’s previous releases, but on Jagged Tooth Crook, The Mouse Outfit’s jazz and soul influences are even more evident. In truest form Chini and Defty have sought out a new generation of talent to collaborate with...four tracks from last year’s breakout soulstress IAMDDB (winner of the breakthrough act of the year award at Gilles Peterson Worldwide Awards 2018),and a roster of Manchester’s most talked about rappers and singers, including Kinkai, Berry Blacc, Ellis Meade& Dubbul O, T-Man and Layfullstop. Long time collaborators Fox, Sparkz, Dr Syntax& BlackJoshare also present alongside Birmingham based TrueMendous.
MUSIC VIDEOS:
So far the band have released 9 music videos from the album, which can be found in this playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk8zLnpH5Ke1jWD-Tdt6XuUvcQgz413Jk
More music videos will be coming very soon.
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BIOG:
Formed by Chini and Defty in South Manchester, The Mouse Outfit cut their teeth as a live band for
a hop hop open mic night called In The Loop. It was at these events that the connections were formed to create 2013’s debut album Escape Music. A verified UK hip hop classic, this album gained The Mouse Outfit a reputation for nurturing local talent and bringing them to the attention of a wider audience. Tried and tested on the festival circuit, and highly respected as the UK’s premiere live hip hop band, their growing reputation caught the attention of the BBC, who have consistently promoted their music and invited them to two sessions at Maida Valeand one at Salford’s Media City for Mary Anne Hobbes.
Their second album ‘Step Steadier’ (2015) cemented their stature, making the top ten of ABC News’ albums of the year whilst on their ‘Remixed’ album (2016) they collaborated with internationally acclaimed producers, including Dub Phizix, Tall Black Guyand DJ Vadim.These kind of accolades helped the band reach an international audience which has allowed them to tour in over 14 countries across Europe and Asia over the last three years.
Top Pop / Rock From LEADER
LEADER OPEN SKIES
Leader, are a 5 piece pop/rock act from Oxfordshire & Buckingham. They have shared stages with the likes of Wheatus, Turin Brakes, Babybird, The Lambrettas, Scouting For Girls, The Feeling, The Fratellis, Tom Jones, Razorlight, Lonely The Brave and most recently The Hoosiers.
In 2016 the band sold out their first headline show at Oxford’s O2 Academy, in support of their self titled EP.
The band have spent 2017 working on their brand new live show as well as writing and playing some of the best up and coming festivals, like Truck Festival and Common People.
Spring 2018 saw the band tour the UK in support of new single “Golden”With support from the likes of BBC Introducing, sponsors Hobgoblin Beer and with exciting new partnerships emerging, the band are one to watch
Beautiful Folk Music On Chloe Foy's New Video 'Asylum'
Chloe Foy’s latest single ‘Asylum’ has continued the success of her debut EP ‘Are We There Yet’ which drew industry acclaim from Steve Lamacq’s BBC Radio 2 and 6 shows, and earned her place at SXSW 2018. ‘Asylum’ was released on all platforms on the 3rd of August and has already amassed 437,000 streams on Spotify.
Asylum embodies the hope in our darkest hours, and talks of friendship, loneliness and a search for solace. The video is Asylum’s perfect counterpart, with a simple and heartwarming narrative. Asylum’s video is Chloe’s most emotive video yet and follows Trev who’s authentic way of living juxtaposes the lives of so many.
Asylum - in Chloe’s words:
For me, Asylum encompasses a feeling of hope that I started to feel a few years ago after emerging from a dark period of my life. It acknowledges the ebb and flow and difficulty of modern life and the loneliness that can come with that – how you can sometimes feel like a distant observer of a very strange world. But it also acknowledges that we must be forgiving of ourselves, just as our closest friends are.
Chloe’s Autumn Tour 2018:
25th Oct - Paper Dress Vintage London
26th Oct - Gulliver’s, NQ Manchester
1st Nov - The Old Bookshop
5th Nov - Oporto Leeds
Chloe’s Bio:
Chloe Foy writes a brand of melodic, homegrown pop that has been likened to such artists as Laura Marling and Sharon Van Etten. Her songs are imbued with lyrical and textural inflections evocative of much of the music she loves - taking inspiration from classical music as much as wider trends within British and American Indie pop, Chloe’s music comprises of carefully constructed arrangements that delicately compliment her cryptic lyrics.
Having just returned from the US after a string of dates at SXSW Festival, Chloe has the backing of some highly influential industry figures. Her performance at The Driskill garnered support from Bob Boilen and NPR’s late night dispatches. Chloe also featured in Marches addition of The Storm Report in the ‘20 artists on our radar’ segment and will be covered in The Unsigned Guide’s Spotlight blog on the 5th of April.
Chloe has received substantial support from Steve Lamacq on his BBC Radio 2 & 6 shows.
The singles ‘In The Middle Of The Night’ and ‘Flaws’ have featured on a wealth of Spotify official playlists including Lost In The Woods and The Most Beautiful Songs In The World, generating over 2 million plays. ‘Are We There Yet’ has been prominently featured via Hype Machine listed blogs - We Love That, Ear To The Ground, Slow Show, and more.
BAAST RELEASE THE 'UNBOUND E.P.'
"Ready to jet ahead" LINE OF BEST FIT
“ A masterpiece of fusion between Jazz, Electronica, Hip-Hop and Techno, yet, in itself, undefinable“ - INDIE PULSE
“The Video is awesome” - PLASTIC MAGAZINE
“Wow, So unique” - WORDPLAY MAGAZINE
“Really enjoyed this track” - SBTV
ARTIST: BAAST
TITLE: UNBOUND E.P.
LABEL: SCOPE MUSIC
FORMAT: DIGITAL
RED LION VIDEO:
Fresh out of the South-West duo BAAST bring dark alternative pop, mesmeric synthesis and sound design intertwined with spoken word
and soulful vocals. Unafraid to tackle politicised themes of identity, their performance will captivate and challenge the way you’re told to
think. After a year of producing and writing together, they aim to bring a refreshing, brooding sound to the ears of listeners.
Formed by Beth Griffin (Grove) and Josh Petkovic’-Short (Diessa), the pair met in Cheltenham before developing their cohesive sound
through Studio 340, a creative community arts venue. Here, they began their out-of-the-ordinary journey.
Growing up in a limiting, restricted and conforming community, Beth was left feeling disconnected from her surroundings, while Josh
fell disillusioned with society. The years of inability to explore personal identity now fuels their ambition to craft songs that speak a
visceral truth about what it’s like to grow up with that disconnect. The importance of individuality is prominent throughout BAAST’s
performance, and their powerful tales charge through every second of each song.
The magnetising duo are highly anticipated within their local live scene, as both work on their solo projects. Josh releases left-field
electronic music under Diessa and runs label/art collective Gloam Recordings, working with the likes of Brian Eno endorsed artist R.ariel,
as well as Yuki Ame, LTO and Kayla Painter. Beth is also one of five within her hip-hop vocal collective group ‘5 Mics’ (Griz-O, JPDL).
As well as performing at Greenman Settlement Festival, Witcombe Cider Festival and Tadstock, she has supported the likes of Martha
Reeves & The Vandellas, The Hot 8 Brass Band and So Solid Crew.
FACEBOOK <https://www.facebook.com/BAASTUK/>
INSTAGRAM <https://www.instagram.com/b44st/>
TWITTER https://twitter.com/b44st
We Are Leif Are Ready To Expand Beyond Jazz Borders With New Album
* BIG SUPPORT ALREADY FROM JAZZ FM, BUT WITH THEIR MIX OF NEO SOUL AND TRIP HOP ‘WE ARE LEIF’ ARE READY TO EXPAND BEYOND JAZZ BORDERS *
WE ARE LEIF
BREATHE
ARTIST:We Are Leif
TITLE: Breathe
LABEL: Self Release
FORMAT: Digital / CD
DISTRIBUTION: CD Baby
RELEASE PERIOD: Sept 9th
LISTEN ALBUM:
http://bit.ly/weareleifbreathewav
VIDEO LIVE SESSION:
Led by the songwriting team of vocalist Louise Victoria and drummer, Mark Whitlam, We Are Leif deftly span the balance of jazz sensibilities with the groove and sound more associated with down-tempo genres like Neo-Soul and R'n'B. Louise's voice sits comfortably alongside the company of Gretchen Parlato and Becca Stevens. Musically there are nods in the direction of Erykah Badu and Jill Scott whilst retaining a classic Bristol sound, steeped in the history of bands like Portishead, Massive Attack and Lamb.
A chance meeting of vocalist Louise Victoria and drummer Mark Whitlam at a gig led to a conversation about the frustration of wanting to stretch out musically in a different direction. This direction was looking towards New York's contemporary, groove-based, jazz-infused musical scene, whilst not forgetting the UK influences.
From there, Louise and Mark began writing together and assembled the band with one of Mark's long-time collaborators, Dale Hambridge on keyboards and piano, completed by Chris Jones who recently moved to Bristol and has made waves on the local scene with his bass playing.
All four band-mates are established jazz musicians, so improvisations taking flight within a song are never far away. Between them, they span a wide musical landscape, having worked with the likes of ECM artists Andy Sheppard and Iain Ballamy, Joss Stone, Beverley Knight, Jason Rebello, Ruarri Jones, Clare Teal and Type Sun.
The debut album ‘Breathe’ is due in September, and to launch this We Are Leif will be playing at the Pizza Express Live night in London on Sunday 9th September. This is an exclusive, one night only, performance.
SOCIAL MEDIA:
http://bit.ly/weareleifspotify
facebook.com/weareleif
twitter.com/weareleif_band
instagram.com/weareleif_band
wwww.weareleif.com
https://weareleif.bandcamp.com
Social Room-Brightstar EP (Produced by Dave Stewart - Eurythmics) - “One of the north east UK's best under the radar groups." - NARC MAGAZINE
“There are very few new "rock stars" that appear on my Radar but the second I saw Matty Smith perform with the band I knew he was destined to join those noble ranks.” - DAVE STEWART (THE EURYTHMICS)
“One of the north east’s best under the radar groups."
- NARC MAGAZINE
“Arena-worthy anthems." - THE BRIGHTON MAGAZINE
“Exuded confidence and swagger, they are one to watch out for indeed."
- NATIONAL ROCK REVIEW
"What can only be described as an exhilarating and thunderous set from Wearside’s promising sextet." - THE NORTHERN ECHO

ARTIST: SOCIAL ROOM
TITLE: BRIGHTSTAR E.P.
LABEL: DAVE STEWART ENTERTAINMENT
FORMAT: DIGITAL
WEB: http://socialroomband.com/onepage.html
RELEASE DATE: OUT NOW
SPOTIFY:
https://open.spotify.com/album/0AJWEdoUEwD0a4VxSYh1Dw
SOCIAL MEDIA:
www.facebook.com/socialroomband
www.instagram.com/socialroomband
www.twitter.com/socialroomband
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcLALIbQ1AzDZRnkLlVSJog/videos
https://open.spotify.com/artist/56G0rhDmmSnPc60BSUx6Ri
BAND MEMBERS:
Matthew Smith
Alex Gunn
Christopher Lennord
Adam Pots
Simon Bewick
Social Room are a 6-piece band from Sunderland influenced by many of the most established Brit-pop & New Wave groups of the 90's.
Social Room bring back much of that classic sound and more with the added flavour of modern indie groups. They boast undeniably pleasing vocals, catchy lyrics and riffs; and the dynamics of their sound is un-thwarted with the inclusion of synths.
The group has been establishing themselves over the past year and a half (in particular) around the North East with some great festival gigs, most recently under The Farm & Happy Mondays to a crowd of around 3000, many saying Social Room were the buzz of the day.
Social Room remain an unsigned group but have accomplished a lot without teams of marketing experts to carry them, from the feedback they've received this could be a band to be picked up very soon and played to the many over the airwaves.
Social Room’s new E.P. ‘BRIGHTSTAR’ will be released in September and contains both the first single ‘Lets Talk’ and new single ‘Bright Star’ which will also be released in September.
** TSHA CREATES GORGEOUS ELECTRONICA INFLUENCED BY ACTS LIKE BONOBO, FOUR TET, AND FLOATING POINTS **
** TSHA CREATES GORGEOUS ELECTRONICA INFLUENCED BY ACTS LIKE BONOBO,
FOUR TET, AND FLOATING POINTS **
ARTIST: TSHA / TITLE: Dawn E.P. / LABEL: Self Release / FORMAT: Digital / DISTRIBUTION: Awal
RELEASE PERIOD: AUGUST 2018
LISTEN / BUY:
http://open.spotify.com/artist/2kLa7JZu4Ijdz1Gle2khZh
TSHA
TSHA is a producer / DJ from London who began producing after seeing Bonobo live in Berlin. You can certainly hear the influences in her music but so much more. TSHA is an accomplished DJ / Producer, her productions sounding rich and intricate, and her DJ work taking her to Wembley Stadium, Reading & Leeds Festivals.
DAWN E.P.
The Dawn E.P. is the first full release from TSHA, and its bursting with House tinged Electronica, World music influences, and well produced music with character and soul.
The Lead single ‘Badadaba’ has a wonderful restrained euphoria about it with rich organic sounds, tribal undertones and soulful vocals.
‘Can You Hear Me’ has feel good summer vibes, groove infused bass lines and warm synths
‘Move On’ Is afterparty listening with hazy melodies and angelic vocals.
ARTIST PAGE:
http://open.spotify.com/artist/2kLa7JZu4Ijdz1Gle2khZh
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram- @tshamusic <https://www.instagram.com/tshamusic/>
Twitter- @tsha909 <https://twitter.com/tsha909?lang=en>