Saturday, 20 April 2013

Riviera Showcase 20/4/13

Jackson cooper 20/4/13

Chaz Thorogood play live along with new singer Franjeska Sofia.
Featured album before its official realise is "Living In a fragile World" by Rob Murphy
Unfortunately Benjamin Josif got stuck on his way to the studio ... Car trouble ..

Jc' Big sound -siloet -Control


Playlist -

Blissful Abyss -Blue Gardens
Crooked little Sons-Lack the attack
Snakeoil salesmen -Wake me or let me dream
Lukas Drinkwater -Straitjacket
The harmonix -no redemption
Woodford Green -oh little bird
Spitfire -Hypostise
We three kings -who you are
Crowleys tears -Number 5.
Audio razor -karma
David Mcevory -Reeling
Ross Mayhew -Chasing the sun around the world
Jack Bartlett -It takes all night
Francesca Canel -Dow -what ma Donna do with my love
Unnamed heroes -The getaway
The beacons -The man who digs a ditch
Maybe Tuesday -Overtime
The Aurora Skies -Adventure
Kids of 91 -Head banging
Rawdel -Pull the trigger baby
Brando Walker -Nothing better to do
Low Tide Theory-






Friday, 19 April 2013

Please vote !!!



Could I ask a favour ?Would you all be able to vote for me via the link below. Would mean a great deal to me if you could . Lets get new music to the for!!!


Sony Radio Golden Headphones Award


http://www.sonygoldenheadphones.com/vote/#.UWxfCsu9KK0

Tuesday, 16 April 2013

Music engine show 16/4/13

Big thanks for taylor Cannon for sending in a recorded session for us from Texas USA . It went down a storm .

Playlist -

Olio -Hypnotized
Hells Addiction -Alcohol
The Lora G Band -The Light
Fate The Juggler -Her auburn Hair
Hanna -April wine
Euphymis -White Reflection
Luke Higgins -I wish you love
Shake hands Eric -Turning down the thunder
The Ruckus -You only like me coz I'm in a band
Future Life -Future Life
Kids of 91 -Head banging
Blakcan-Dark Daze
Red light -Charlie Chaplin Disco Mobile
Tenek -Another day
Pop criminal -Watching the sky's
Brando walker -nothing better to do
Kotadama -Dutchotomy


Info-

The Lora G Band who are based in Hollywood, USA.

Comprised of a group of incredibly talented musicians and singers who each have their own individual recording projects and albums, The Lora G Band are now creating huge inroads on the US music scene following the release of their debut album Streets Of Hollywood in January 2012.
Quoted as creating extremely memorable songs with thought-provoking lyrics, woven within unique melodies, musical riffs and massive guitar hooks, The Lora G Band have most recently had their track The Light released on the hit console game Rock Band Network which has since seen their profile increase significantly, not to mention invitations to perform at a number of top festivals and venues around California.
Currently in the process of finalising their second album titled Songs From The Soul, you can find out more information on this along with forthcoming gig dates by visiting their websites www.loragband.com and www.facebook.com/loragband



Fate The Juggler who are based in Kent, England.

Formed in the summer of 2010, Fate The Juggler have quickly built up a following on their local music scene, gaining a reputation for being one of the brightest musical prospects to emerge from Kent in recent times.
After conquering Kent, the band have since been setting their sights on London, resulting in coach loads of fans now travelling to their gigs to the capital. The buzz being created by Fate The Juggler has not escaped the notice of radio stations too, where they are becoming ever increasingly popular through airplay in their region.
Fate The Juggler have recently released their new album The Ghost Of Beauty Lost which is available on iTunes and other major download stores. Details on this along with forthcoming gig dates can be found on their websites www.fatethejuggler.com and www.facebook.com/fatethejuggler



Shake Hands Eric who are based in Peterborough, England.
Shake Hands Eric now return with their new single Turning Down The Thunder which is available to purchase through all major download stores from 13 April 2013.
Formed in 2009, Shake Hands Eric have had their music quoted as being a deceptively rich cannon of songs that resonate with whoever hears them. Their new single is taken from their forthcoming album due for release in the summer of this year. Details on this along with forthcoming gig dates can be found on their websites www.reverbnation.com/shakehandseric and www.facebook.com/shake.eric


EUPHYMIS


Comprised of ex-members of the 6 time WAMI Award winning band The Fergusons and late '90s pop rock giants Hornbaker; Euphymis was a side project that has recently moved back into focus.
Described as “Powerful” and “Epic”, Euphymis, the brainchild of Wane Beadon and Martin Lubcke, takes influence from 80s arena rock, the 90s grunge movement and just a little classical influence from Japanese rock phenomenon X Japan.
Respected Perth bassist Grant Joyce (The Fergusons, Hornbaker) continues to collaborate. Affectionately described once as "a lead guitarist who doesn't realise he's a bass player", by X-press magazine; relating to his inventive bass lines and arrangements.
Martin Lubcke's guitar work is a combination of power and rock simplicity reminiscent of Jimmy Page and Kurt Cobain.
Wane Beadon has returned to lead vocals with a new confidence and intensity and plays an occasional piano to boot.
Euphymis are working on an album many years in the making, described by the band as "Unapologetic, Epic Rock".

Contact Details : euphymis@gmail.com

Sounds : http://soundcloud.com/euphymis
​ http://euphymis.bandcamp.com/


Twitter : @Euphymis2013



There is a lovely new advert for the Vax Air3 on TV at the moment, featuring a fantastic track called “I Wish You Love” by Luke Higgins.

The song was the chosen by the creative agency BlackArts who are making the commercial and Luke Higgins performs it and has recorded this superb version of the classic track “I Wish You Love” (previously recorded by Frank Sinatra, Etta James and Rod Stewart)) as his debut single. Release date is May 27th 2013.

Luke has toured with Amy Winehouse, Adele, the Script, Mary J Blige, Jamelia, Hurts, Juan Zelada, Clare Maguire, the Overtones, Tundè Baiyewu, Bryn Christopher and worked with some amazing session musicians along the way.

All proceeds are going to “Make A Wish Foundation”.


The Ruckus

is a 5 piece indie band hailing from West Yorkshire and have gigged extensively at venues up and down the UK.
The Ruckus consists of Greg Grieson (Lead Vocals), Patrick Scully, (Guitar and Backing Vocals), James Carolan (Guitar), Darren Harper (Bass and Backing Vocals) and Jack Spencer (Drums).

The band play an eclectic mix of indie songs ranging from the monster riffs of “Must Be The Music” and “Lairy Nights” to the funk laden "You Only Like Me Coz I'm In A Band" and the infectious, bass driven beats of "Help A Brother" and have been described as “a band with a big future” leaving gig goers “slightly breathless and wanting more”.

The Ruckus have been busy writing and recording new material for 2013 and will be releasing their debut EP in Spring 2013. One of their upcoming singles, “Help a Brother”, features Reverend Sound System and Northern Alliance MC Matic Mouth who drops a verse on the track, which has already received positive feedback from pre-release previews.

In addition to writing new material, The Ruckus has a busy gig schedule for early 2013, with gigs lined up at major venues like Sheffield o2 Academy and supporting fellow indie rockers Sly Digs on their 'Never To Be Tamed’ UK Tour at Dry live (Manchester), the Cockpit (Leeds) and the legendary Lomax in Liverpool.

The Ruckus will be touring the UK around Spring/Summer time to promote the release of the EP and are going to take the live music scene to a new level.

For gig dates, news and other information check out The Ruckus using the details below.

Facebook - www.facebook.com/ruckusbandmusic
Website - www.theruckus.co.uk
Soundcloud - www.soundcloud.com/the-ruckus-band


Future Life who are based in Pretoria, South Africa.

Previously known as NSP where under this name they performed at the football World Cup shows in 2010 as well as the 20/20 cricket series, the band have since gone on to change their name to Future Life.
Under their new name, the band are now currently in the production phase for their debut album. The self-titled single Future Life has since been released as a taster for the album and has been described as being Big, Powerful and Meaningful all at the same time.
Details on how you can obtain their single for free, along with information on forthcoming gig dates can be found on their websites www.futurelifeband.com and www.facebook.com/futurelifetheband

Saturday, 13 April 2013

Riviera showcase show 13/4/13

Well that was a fun show...and I got locked in the studio after ..Is someone trying to tell me something ?


Big thanks to my guests this week- Forge ,Alexander Cowilshaw &
The Beat Magnets who stopped off before playing brixham as part of their Uk tour .Featured Album was from Emily Howard. ( yet to be realised)
Oh and you all went nuts for a guys called David Mcevory.

That was the show that was !




Jc's Big Sound -Ekuls house -Time Ripens all things


Playlist -

Poster Child-Out of time
Jake frieze Green -those days
Laymedown -Me and you
Reckless Princes -He played five
Russell Sinclar -Somewhere
Destruction preventer -Riddle of steel
Spitfire -Hypnotise ( pandaemonium remix )
David Mcevory -Feeling Yesterday & Take Five
Snakeoil Salesmen -Sinner/ saint
Jon Rowe -Waking up without you
We three kings -Who you are
Lukas Drinkwater -
The Humanitaians -Sugar & Stress
Falling Trees -Something memorable
- Trick of the light
Moriarty -Esperanza
Emily Howard - don't skip this track
-Where do I go ?
- who else
The low tide theory - begin again
Red light - mobile disco
Hundred days - sex you
Jude -Girls and boys







Tuesday, 9 April 2013

Music engine show 9/4/13

On the show tonight we had the very talented Emily Howard playing a live session and hearing tracks of her as yet in released Debut album ...Where do I go ?

Playlist -

Personal -Perfect empty Clone
Chyna Nicole -A thing for you
Gene O Kelly -No place to go
Louie Bello -Shotgun
Juliana Strangelove -Idiots Land
Olio -Rich People Problems
Hells Addition -Let the Good Times Roll
Idie Revival -Better self
Tracey Browne -my best Friend, My ego
Emily Catacombes -Run away
Tiger Lilly -Silence is golden
Original Junkie -Wigan to New York
Roxane de Bastion -Some kind of creature
Tenek -Another Day
Luke Potter -Chance Worth Taking


Info-

Alternative New Wave band Personal who are based in Athens, Greece.

Described as having a sound that blends all the aspects of the late 80s genre, along with the fresh sounds of the 2000 era, Personal have come a long way since their formation in January 2011.
After receiving airplay on one of New York’s top radio stations, Personal have since gone on to be featured on a large number more worldwide, resulting in extremely favourable reviews now coming their way.
The release of their debut single and video, Perfect Empty Clone is expected to boost their profile even further and is now available to purchase worldwide in 111 countries. Details on this along with information on forthcoming gig dates can be found on their websites www.facebook.com/personalbandofficial and www.reverbnation.com/personalband


Chyna Nicole who is based in New York, USA.

After beginning her song-writing techniques at the tender age of 5 through reading the back of Michael Jackson’s album covers, Chyna Nicole has not looked back since.
Having toured as a backing singer with a number of acts, not to mention hosting and directing popular radio shows in Jamaica and New York, Chyna Nicole now returns with her new solo single and video Take Me To The Moon which is now available to purchase through iTunes and other major download stores.
Quoted as creating musical upheavals on the dance floor, you can find out more information on Chyna Nicole including details on how you can purchase Take Me To The Moon by visiting her websites www.reverbnation.com/chynanicole and www.twitter.com/chynanicole


Gene P Kelly who is based in Ontario, Canada.

After devoting many hours practicing and reading music and guitar books from the age of 8 years old resulting in a playing style and sound distinctly of his own, Gene P Kelly has since gone on to write a large number of songs that tie into his style of Rockabilly Country Blues sound.
Having been played on numerous radio stations across the US and around the world, which has seen him topping many Internet charts in 2012, Gene P Kelly now returns with his two new tracks No Place To Go and Pick n’ Bones.
Quoted as being a one of a kind artist with a great distinct Country Rock sound and catchy lyrics, you can find out more information on how you can purchase his material along with forthcoming gig dates on his websites www.genepkelly.com and www.twitter.com/genepkelly


Louie Bello who is based in Boston, USA.

Previously promoted by Deuce in November 2012 resulting in much widespread radio play, Louie Bello now returns with his new single and video Shotgun which was mixed by recent Grammy Award winning engineer Ken Lewis, and taken from his forthcoming EP Long Way From Home.
Quoted as being one of the best unsigned singer songwriters the world has seen, and proclaimed as being the King of Hustle, and The King Of The Pen because of his unstoppable drive to market himself and take over the entertainment industry, Louie Bello has achieved more in his career so far than some signed artists could ever dream of.
Having written the theme tune for ESPN documentary Push: Madison vs Madison, followed by a track featured in ABC Family ‘Lincoln Heights’, the exposure Louie Bello received resulted in invites to gig in New York, Orlando, California, Boston and Connecticut, not to mention singing the national anthem at New York’s Citi Field and for Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. In addition to this, he was nominated for the fourth year in a row at last year’s Boston Music Awards for best Pop / R&B act of the year, against Epic Recordings artist Karmin, officially sponsored by a well known Californian hat company, and most recently having two songs included on an up and coming VH1 documentary.
Further information on Louie Bello including how you can purchase his material along with forthcoming gig dates can be found on his website www.louiebello.com and www.facebook.com/louiebellomusic


Juliana Strangelove & These Guys who are based in Moscow, Russia.

Taking their name from a misheard lyric of Elvis Presley’s song Devil In Disguise, Juliana Strangelove And These Guys have been creating quite a buzz on the Moscow music scene following Juliana’s participation on The Voice Russia, and her rare female vocal range called contralto; a very low and deep voice, which sparked off internet rumours she is a man…..
Described as being so mysterious, you can find out more information on Juliana Strangelove And These Guys by visiting their website www.julianastrangelove.com and on Facebook HERE


Olio who are based in Los Angeles, USA.

Previously promoted by Deuce in June 2012, Olio now return with four new tracks taken from their forthcoming album to be released in the summer, which has been produced by Eddy Kramer.
When three brothers from other mothers and fathers got together comprised of a film composer, a DJ and a director of music and arts, OLIO was formed, creating a miscellaneous collection of musical works.
Inspired by everything from Black Sabbath to Barry White, OLIO have been receiving rave reviews about their music helping create a huge buzz about them on the Los Angeles music scene.
Described as having dynamic songs ranging from nylon stringed sweetness to being sexist and subtle as a sledgehammer, Olio most recently performed at the Indie Music Fest in Las Vegas and are ambassadors for the Supercuts ‘Rock The Cut’ campaign alongside bands like Vintage Trouble. In addition to this, they have most recently written new lyrics for their song Comeback Kings so it could be used for the NHL Stanley Cup Champions, Los Angeles Kings which they have re-titled L.A Kings.
You can find further information about Olio including details on how you can purchase their material along with forthcoming gig dates by visiting their websites www.oliomusic.com and www.facebook.com/oliomusic

Emily Catacombs
"(artist name Emily Catacombs) and I am 20. I was born in England and lived in France for 15 years where I successfully past my Economics and Social Sciences Baccalaureat. Currently studying my second year of Foundation Degree in Modern Music Practice (Performance and Technology) at South Devon College, I am hoping to undertake my final year at Plymouth University.
I have been part of a French rock school for many years and have worked with a couple of local bands playing guitar, piano, and singing.
I am now working on developing my brand 'Emily Catacombs' through the solo album I have released, my merchandise available on my website (www.emilycatacombs.co.uk), and the two shows I am organising and that are taking place at the South Devon College Theatre on May 1st at 1:30 pm and May 2nd at 6 pm."


Saturday, 6 April 2013

Showcase 6/4/13

Well I was a jam packed show .
In the cupboard sessions this week State Of Undress , The Swabes & Moriarty. We featured the new album from The Low Tide Theory (out on Sunday)

All very different but all fab in their own right .


Jc's Big Sound - Poster Child -Out of time

Featured Album - Low Tide Theory- Big Sky
-Crash
-Big Sky
-We all fall down


Playlist -

David Mcevory -Take Five
Jake frisée-Green -The winter
Joe Taylor -Chips
Russell Sinclair -Who's Got the time
Grice -Highly strung
Alexander Cowlishaw -Tides and tempests
Celine Dos Santos -Out of the blue
Crooked little sons -Sharp as a brick
Jessica Mary York -Gold
The normals -I've got time
The Scribes -Stay in funk out
Sunday Sky club -Hot Nerd sandwich
Red on you -Your no fun
Ekuls House -So deprived
Moriarty -Belding
-Espereza
- house of hell







Tuesday, 2 April 2013

Music engine show 2/4/13


It was a totally off the cuff show tonight . Just me in a darkened room with a bunch of great records ! !!!

Playlist

Glass hearts -Kicking it
Hundred days -Sex u
Low tide theory-Time will tell
Kids of 91 -Headbanging
Roxane de bastion -some kind of creature
Tiger Lilly -Throw me a line
The micro dance -We are made of evil things
Kotadama-one more time
Vinnie and the stars -paid salve blues
Bloomin -wrong
Tenek -Another day
Trip hazard -Ribcage
Raw deal -Pull the trigger
Republica -Christina obey
FOE -Coming Apart
Steve folk -Urban fox
Brando walker -Nothing better to do
The Fuse -Paint this town
Miniature dinosaurs -Next of kin