Breaking Bands Channel - March-April '22

BREAKING BANDS CHANNEL - MARCH-APRIL '22

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Blue Jays

Pop, Singer Songwriter

Falling into music was neither accident nor coincidence for emie, born in New York & raised in an extremely musical London household where she was studying, playing, writing, listening and collaborating through music since early childhood. Inspired by her own life experiences and the likes of musicians Bon Iver, Maggie Rogers, HAIM, and The Japanese House, emie began to pen her own music - soulful vocals and a sense of timelessness that combine in her wholesome pop-noir sound.

Simply Beautiful

Pop, Singer Songwriter

Steph Sandor is a soulful indie-pop singer/songwriter born and raised in Connecticut who has been crafting music since she was 12 yrs old. Signed to Bonfire Records, an American Independent Record Label, singles "Clouds" secured two editorial playlists on Apple Music: "Future Sounds" and "New in Electronic", while Circles recently hit over 125,000 streams on Spotify. Steph Sandor has been featured on various blogs and channels such as Goodmorning Lala Land, EDMs, IGGY MAG, Hype Machine, INDIETRONICA, EarToTheGroundMusic, Surviving The Golden Age, The Unspoken Press, & many more!

1964

Pop, Singer Songwriter

Gloucestershire-born, London based Blossom Caldarone is a master of story-telling, with upbeat tunes in addition to the truthful, witty craftsmanship of her lyrics, which embody nostalgic Lily Allen and Kate Nash vibes, to the conversational, laidback ease with which she sings. Since releasing her first EP back in 2017 Blossom has been releasing a constant stream of singles showcasing her lyrical genius, while also weaving in her talents as a classically trained pianist and cellist. Blossom is undoubtedly an artist to keep an eye on. She is fresh, witty and unlike a lot that is out there, she has a truly authentic voice that deserves a listen.

Present

Pop, Singer Songwriter

Steph Sandor is a soulful indie-pop singer/songwriter born and raised in Connecticut who has been crafting music since she was 12 yrs old. Signed to Bonfire Records, an American Independent Record Label, singles "Clouds" secured two editorial playlists on Apple Music: "Future Sounds" and "New in Electronic", while Circles recently hit over 125,000 streams on Spotify. Steph Sandor has been featured on various blogs and channels such as Goodmorning Lala Land, EDMs, IGGY MAG, Hype Machine, INDIETRONICA, EarToTheGroundMusic, Surviving The Golden Age, The Unspoken Press, & many more!

Toronto

Pop, Singer Songwriter

South London based Jamws ('Jam-wus') is an alternative pop artist who released his debut EP 'Toronto' in 2020 which cinematically describes the various stages of heartbreak. Five blissful, heartfelt tracks that tell the story of a ten year relationship coming to its end, when Jamws' partner of ten years moved to Toronto to pursue an acting career. His music has been featured on BBC Introducing and almost a million streams on Spotify. "Dappled psych-pop" - Clash "Electrifying alt-pop" - Digitalhigh "Whisks you away into wonderland" - Come Here Floyd "Delicious rarefied pop" - Indie for bunnies "Sweet and understated yet brimming with charm" - Electric Sound of Joy

Let It Bruise

Pop, Singer Songwriter

Waves Rush In (aka Oxford based Sam Branson) is a singer-songwriter whose music pays tribute to the human experience by taking inspiration from nature, mother earth and life experience on his travels. Since launching in January 2021, released his debut EP ‘Seasons Change’ alongside several singles and music videos. Now working on a follow up project with some exciting singles and video content ahead of the full EP drop in May. These new tracks embrace a more hook-driven pop sound with even some dance and RnB elements mixed in with a more familiar acoustic and organic instrumentation.

4AM

Pop, Singer Songwriter

Originally hailing from Vancouver but now based in London, Cate leaked her latest single, “Groupie” on TikTok in February 2021 to an unprecedented response from fans, with thousands of comments calling for her to immediately release the full track. The song struck a chord with anyone who’s ever felt hopelessly infatuated, whether that be with a member of a famous boy band, or maybe just the boy-next-door. Cate is incredibly excited to release more music later this year.

What a Perfect Day For Crying

Pop, Singer Songwriter

Shane Niemi (born August 2, 1995 in Los Angeles), known by his stage name iamnotshane, is an American singer and songwriter. Known for his flamboyant dance style, his music video for his 2016 song "Insecure" became viral, which includes a version of Michael Jackson's Anti-gravity lean. Niemi has been performing since the age of 8 and began writing original songs at age 12. In 2014, he posted his first music video for "Sinister". A year later he released his first EP Sad. In 2016, his music video for Insecure went viral and now has over 5.3 million views on YouTube. He later changed his stage name to iamnotshane and released his self-titled EP iamnotshane in 2020 through Avant Garden and Island.

Linen

Forward Thinking Electronic

Drawing on elements of soul, jazz, and R&B to create a clean and lyric-driven style of bedroom pop, with tinges of electronic. Lucid State is a musical duo comprised of Ben Northam (vocals, keys, saxophone) and Shayan Fassih (guitar, bass). Formed in Oxford in 2018, the pair went on to release their first full project Talk to Me in February of 2020 to wide critical acclaim, with their latest single Company dropping in later the same year galvanising them as one of the UK’s most promising new independent acts.

Calling My Name

Forward Thinking Electronic

Steadily making her mark on the nu-jazz and alternative soul scene, 2022 signals an exciting new chapter for the British-German artist as an EP is set to be released in Spring. With her engrossing vocals and impressive production capabilities already capturing the attention of 6 Music’s Gilles Peterson - he declared “Street-soul is back” in reaction to the original 2020 release of 'Fantasies' - she’s also gained recognition from COLORS, British Vogue, The Pit Ldn, Jamz Supernova and BBC Radio 1 (Gemma Bradley's 'Top Tip'). In the summer, she wowed festival goers at Latitude with a stunning performance on the BBC Introducing stage.

Catalina

Pop, Singer Songwriter

South London based Jamws ('Jam-wus') is an alternative pop artist who released his debut EP 'Toronto' in 2020 which cinematically describes the various stages of heartbreak. Five blissful, heartfelt tracks that tell the story of a ten year relationship coming to its end, when Jamws' partner of ten years moved to Toronto to pursue an acting career. His music has been featured on BBC Introducing and almost a million streams on Spotify. "Dappled psych-pop" - Clash "Electrifying alt-pop" - Digitalhigh "Whisks you away into wonderland" - Come Here Floyd "Delicious rarefied pop" - Indie for bunnies "Sweet and understated yet brimming with charm" - Electric Sound of Joy

Fingertips

Forward Thinking Electronic

Drawing on elements of soul, jazz, and R&B to create a clean and lyric-driven style of bedroom pop, with tinges of electronic. Lucid State is a musical duo comprised of Ben Northam (vocals, keys, saxophone) and Shayan Fassih (guitar, bass). Formed in Oxford in 2018, the pair went on to release their first full project Talk to Me in February of 2020 to wide critical acclaim, with their latest single Company dropping in later the same year galvanising them as one of the UK’s most promising new independent acts.

Paradise

Forward Thinking Electronic, Dance

Kabrio is a new project from Aerotique and Peter Hartmeier. Music and art with an old school racing inspired theme. Their music, art and vibes evoke images of European races of old, where things were wilder, rawer and less calculated. The project was launched in 2021 by their single “Paradise” with more music and a debut EP planned for summer 2022. Their sounds are inspired by 80’s Disco, House and Electronic Music. Picture yourself in an open wheel sports car, somewhere in the Swiss Alps, radio blasting, just groovin. That's what Kabrio makes music for.

Anaheim

Forward Thinking Electronic, Pop

Kasi Opi has returned from almost a year-long hiatus with exciting new of his new Collide EP slated for launch later this yr, kicking off with Single ‘Anaheim’. Supported by Australian-based vocalist Akacia, this new launch from the Brooklyn-based producer is a catchy, electronic-pop heater that can leave you feeling entranced, relaxed, and wanting extra. If that is the vibe we are able to count on from the total EP then we’re positively in for a total treat later this year.

Loveable Maybe

Indie, Pop

So Cool’ is the new single from Low Girl, set for release on 4th March. The track is another irresistible piece of alt-pop from the Hemel-Hempstead based newcomer and is the follow up to 2021’s much-hyped single ‘Big Now’, which was playlisted by BBC 6Music and picked up support from BBC Radio 1, DIY Magazine and Radio X. In addition to this Low Girl sold out their first London headline show at The Lexington, played Reading & Leeds festivals, as well as picking up support slots with both Dream Wife and The Murder Capital. The lyrics of the single find Low Girl continuing the themes found across her debut EP, feelings of loneliness, self-worth, mental health and the constant trials and struggles of finding one’s identity growing up.

Papa Les

Indie, Pop

Through their songwriting, Oh Papa explore the vulnerability and fragility of ego and learning how to process and express emotion. Taking sonic inspiration from the great singer-songwriters of Laurel Canyon, their first release Papa Les garnered support from BBC Radio 1’s Huw Stephens and BBC Radio 6 Music’s Tom Robinson, the latter praising the “irresistible Americana groove and understated English vocals”. This earned the band support slots for the likes of Billie Marten, Easy Life, Boy Azooga and Japanese punk legends Shonen Knife.

Then I Know

Indie, Pop

Since launching their music at the end of 2019, Bleach Lab have received continued support from BBC Introducing including on air interviews, regular spot plays and live sessions. Tipped as ‘Artists to Watch in 2021’ by Gigwise, Under the Radar, Atwood Magazine etc, the band recent release of their debut EP ‘A Calm Sense of Surrounding’ has received glowing coverage from the likes of Clash, DIY, Daily Star, Gigwise and Dork and has been championed by BBC Radio 6 Music by Shaun Keaveny, Steve Lamacq and Tom Robinson.

Then I Know

Indie, Pop

Since launching their music at the end of 2019, Bleach Lab have received continued support from BBC Introducing including on air interviews, regular spot plays and live sessions. Tipped as ‘Artists to Watch in 2021’ by Gigwise, Under the Radar, Atwood Magazine etc, the band recent release of their debut EP ‘A Calm Sense of Surrounding’ has received glowing coverage from the likes of Clash, DIY, Daily Star, Gigwise and Dork and has been championed by BBC Radio 6 Music by Shaun Keaveny, Steve Lamacq and Tom Robinson.

Brace

Indie, Pop

UK South Coast indie band, Wild Front, aim to pair the unrestrained emotions of music with the capricious nature of life. Their infectious, dreamy, guitar pop has gained over 5 million streams, and the support of Radio 1 and BBC Introducing all the way. Although 80’s rock and alternative indie is a love they all share, their primary musical influences are so different. Wild Front have taken their big live sound to several UK and Europe festivals, including: Glastonbury (BBC Introducing stage), Isle of Wight, Reading & Leeds, BST and Sziget, to name a few. Their tracks have appeared on 'Normal People', E4, MTV, Channel 4 and BBC shows.