In The Spotlight

Emma King – “Sweetest Song”

Born in Hull and now based in York, this British singer and songwriter has already been on quite a journey. By the time she was 12 she was already doing bar gigs. Later she won a scholarship to study at the Brighton Institute of Music. After she made the leap to Nashville, USA to hone her craft even more. Back in the UK, she went on to support Colin Blunstone and play festivals like Willowman. Inspired by Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and Elvis, she debuted with her self-titled album in 2016.

Getting ready to embark on a new musical journey, her new single pays tribute to all that came before. Mixing all kinds of exciting musical flavours into a delicious brew, this jam is spiced with Americana, blues, soul and rock. Rolling into the song with panache, it’s the invigorating rhythm, bright piano and full-bodied horns that forge the imposing melody. And with her commanding, blues-infused vocals adding a passionate layer, this towering tune is a grandiose sounding groove.

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Music History

B.B. King – “I Like To Live The Love”

From his album “To Know You Is To Love You” (1973):

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New Music

Leony – “By Your Side (In My Mind)”

From her upcoming album “Oldschool Love”, to be released on 28 February 2025:

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In The Spotlight

Melin Melyn – “The Pigeon & The Golden Egg”

Formed in 2019 by lead vocalist, guitarist and saxophonist Gruff Glyn, this Welsh band is completed with Will Barratt, Cai Dyfan, Garmon Rhys, Rhodri Brooks and Dylan Morgan. With their infectious, genre-spanning sound, they have been a popular act on the festival circuit, having played Wychwood Festival in the UK, ESNS Festival in The Netherlands and Trans Musicales Festival in France to name a few. Inspired by Syd Barrett and Kevin Ayers, they released their debut “Mwydryn” in 2019.

Taking up arms to rally against empty, sentimental phrases often found on fridge magnets, cushions and wall hangings, such as ‘live laugh love’, their new single is one stop in their fictional world created on their album “Mill On The Hill”, expected on March 7th. Sonically transporting us back to the 70s with a retro-rock edge, it’s the groovy electric guitar riffs, voracious rhythm and jaunty piano that forge the lively tune. And with their cheeky vocals, this catchy rocker is a real toe-tapping jam.

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Music History

Shakatak – “Something Special”

From their album “Manic & Cool” (1987):

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New Music

Neal Francis – “What’s Left Of Me”

From his upcoming album “Return To Zero”, to be released on 14 March 2025:

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