In The Spotlight

Mark Ambor – “The Long Way”

Born as Mark Damboragian, this emerging vocalist and songwriter kept his singing skills a secret throughout his childhood due to a debilitating fear of rejection. He did start taking piano lessons from age 7 and taught himself to play the guitar. After he took the leap, he embraced his music fully. Inspired by the likes of Ed Sheeran, James Bay and Coldplay, he released his debut single “Fever” in 2019.

Riding a rollercoaster of romantic emotions, his new single binds an infectiously bouncy melody to heartfelt lyrics. On a full-bodied foundation of galvanic percussion and crisp guitar riffs, his charismatic vocals tell the tale of emotional turmoil when you’re ready to take love to the next level, but the other person is not. Virulent, genuine and high-spirited, this effervescent tune is the way to go.

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Music History

Gin Wigmore – “Oh My”

From her album “Holy Smoke” (2009):

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New Music

Duran Duran – “Tonight United”

From their upcoming album “Future Past”, to be released on 22 October 2021:

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In The Spotlight

Carrie Baxter – “You”

Born in Waterford, this Irish singer and songwriter moved to the UK in 2009 to study at the London School Of Musical Theatre, but was told after three months that her vocal skills were better suited to being a jazz singer. A fitness instructor by day, in order to fund her music, she draws inspiration from Stevie Nicks, Amy Winehouse and Kendrick Lamar. She debuted her soul/jazz blend on “Lady” in 2019.

Creating a deliciously mellow melody, filled with smoky jazz vibes and classic soul tones, her new single is pure sonic enchantment. Taken from her upcoming EP “What Now”, expected to drop on October 22nd, it’s the buttery-smooth rhythm, the laid-back electric guitar strums and her slightly raspy, emotive vocals singing about a friend’s relationship, that makes this silky jam utterly irresistible.

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In Memoriam

Status Quo – “Something ‘Bout You Baby I Like”

Alan Lancaster, founding member and bassist of Status Quo, passed away yesterday, aged 72.

From their album “Never Too Late” (1981):

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New Music

Little Boots – “Silver Balloons”

Returning with a glittering disco vibe, this is the new single by songbird and multi-instrumentalist Little Boots:

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