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October 2007

INTERVIEW - David Jordan (31 October 2007)

Interview by Katie Spain. Pop needs to be made cool and David Jordan is the man to do it. This means no more embarrassing dance moves or bland pop melodies. No more cheesy videos fronted by charisma-lacking stars. No...

GIG REVIEW: Gravenhurst (31 October 2007)

Gravenhurst The Luminaire, London 30th October 2007 Review by Katie Spain Gravenhurst. What can I say? I’ve heard good things about this band and after an interview with frontman Nick Talbot, was intrigued by both the man behind the specs...

GIG REVIEW - Johnny Foreigner (31 October 2007)

Camden Barfly October 24th 2007 - Review By Holly Groom Johnny Foreigner are Alexei (guitar, vocals), Kelly (bass guitar, vocals) and Junior (simultaneous drums and Casio keyboard) - you need to see them now while they are still the wonderfully...

REVIEW: The Twang (31 October 2007)

The Twang Cardiff University Review by Gareth Thomas Subject to much discussion in the pages of NME, it is difficult not to be excited by baggy revivalists, The Twang. Combining the charm of Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan and the cocky...

GIG REVIEW - Bat For Lashes (29 October 2007)

Koko – 28th October - Review By Zarina Raja How did the Klaxons win the Mercury award for Best Album of the year and not Bat For Lashes? Although the Klaxons exude a certain quirky, youthful charm, they are leagues...

New Single - Crank That, Soulja Boy (29 October 2007)

So, do you know how to 'crank that?' Well, in-the-know premiership players, Beyonce and, erm, SpongeBob SquarePants all know how to, and they are rocking the ‘Crank That’ Dance like nobody's business. The infectious dance has spawned numerous remixes...

SINGLE REVIEW: David Jordan (29 October 2007)

David Jordan Place In My Heart Review by Natalie Aquilina David Jordan is most definitely an interesting character, his direction grips you in an instant although you’re not sure exactly why. Fiercely independent, Jordan struck out on his own aged...

INTERVIEW: Matt Costa (29 October 2007)

- Interview By Katie Spain Matt Costa is a softly spoken fellow. Tall, dark haired and so relaxed I fear he'll slide off the blue sofa we're sitting on. To chat to, he's like the good-looking guy next door... an...

LAST WEEK IN LONDON (29 October 2007)

Soho, Sheep and Shepherds Bush By Peter Coulston Hello and welcome to another week on the music scene in London. I began my quest for the best in our great city this week on Monday at the Electroacoustic Club at...

ALBUM REVIEW: Color Climax (29 October 2007)

Color Climax Plug it In Release date: 22 Oct 2007 label: Breakin Bread Welcome to the funky, porno-esque world of Color Climax, spun from the musical tinkerings of prolific Dj Paul Toller and dedicated keyboard player Steve Ashby. Plug It...

Gig Review - Kaiser Chiefs (26 October 2007)

Scala, 23rd October 2007. - Review By Holly Groom There is something quintessentially British about the Kaiser Chiefs – they seem kind of honest and genuine and a little bit geeky. This appears to have stopped them becoming pretentious...

GIG REVIEW: Peter Cincotti (25 October 2007)

Peter Cincotti Cafe De Paris 24th October 2007 Review by Bob Meijer The name Peter Cincotti was not really one that I had ever heard of before, maybe because I am a typical Amsterdam city boy and he had never...

Do you have a question for Daughtry? (25 October 2007)

American Idol contestant Chris Daughtry, brings his band to the UK... they've been touring non-stop since January 2007, and plan to open for Bon Jovi later in the year. We'll chat to the band ahead of their UK assault... do...

FEATURE: Modern Music Promotion (23 October 2007)

IT’S ONLY ROCK’N ROLL : But Not As We Know It By Peter Coulston So you want to be a rock ‘n roll star, listen now to what I say. Get a guitar and learn how to play; then get...

Gig Review - Rufus Wainwright (23 October 2007)

- Review By Erin Ross Admittedly, I know very little about Rufus Wainwright, so I went along to his gig at the Manchester Apollo not really knowing what to expect, but secretly hoping for a cool, young, audience, watching...

SINGLE REVIEW: Angels and Airwaves (23 October 2007)

Everything’s Magic Suretone/Geffen Records Released 22 October 2007 Review by Peter Coulston Angels and Airwaves is a band created by singer/songwriter/guitarist Tom DeLonge, founder member of platinum album band Blink 182, in which he is joined by Box Car Racer...

SINGLE REVIEW: N-Dubz (23 October 2007)

N-Dubz You Better Not Waste My Time Out October 22nd 3.5/5 Review by Tim Kernutt The talented Camden-based group N-Dubz are set to hit the charts with their new tune, "You Better Not Waste My Time". Featuring catchy female vocals...

ALBUM SHOWCASE: Jack Johnson (22 October 2007)

A New Album From Jack Johnson (but don’t spread it about) By Peter Coulston Yes, it’s true, there is a new Jack Johnson album coming out, and I was lucky enough to be one of the few people to hear...

GIG REVIEW: Craig David (22 October 2007)

Craig David Ronnie Scott's Thursday October 19th, 2007 Review by Katie Spain I was never much of a Craig David fan when he hit the big time back in 2001. The whole RnB scene was always been something I dipped...

LAST WEEK IN LONDON (22 October 2007)

Chapels, Loos and Electric News By Peter Coulston My musical week began on Tuesday in the beautiful Union Chapel in Highbury. Located on Compton Terrace, just across the road from the Highbury and Islington tube stop served by the Victoria...

News - Keane release an exclusive track for Warchild. (22 October 2007)

Keane release ‘The Night Sky’ on 29th October 2007, through Island Records, to raise money for the UN Award winning charity War Child. The single will be available to download exclusively on 22nd October 2007, at www.warchildmusic.com. ‘The Night...

New Single ‘Clumsy’ - Fergie (22 October 2007)

The sensational Fergie releases her infectious new single Clumsy - the fourth track to be taken from her massive album ‘The Dutchess’ - on November 12th. You can’t really imagine Fergie acting clumsy though can you – slippin’ and...

REVIEW: Thomas Dolby (19 October 2007)

Thomas Dolby Carling Islington Academy Wednesday 10th October 2007 Review by Matt Killeen The first Thomas Dolby interview I ever read began with the story of how public apathy, media antagonism and a small child’s taunt had finally driven one...

GIG REVIEW: Fashion Rocks (19 October 2007)

Fashion Frocks The Royal Albert Hall 18th October 2007 Last night, the glitz and glamour likes of Milan Fashion Week and the flashing paparazzi of the MTV Music Awards joined forces at the Royal Albert Hall in London to stage...

GIG REVIEW: Grace (19 October 2007)

Grace (with The Hoosiers) Kings College London Wednesday 16th October 2007 Review by Katie Spain It’s a long time since I’ve been in a student union bar but the 4th floor of the Kings College London brings back a pent...

Gig Review: Anemo (19 October 2007)

- Review By Holly Groom On Anemo's website the following information can be found; they come from Brighton, they have a 'rock edge', Hazelle Woodhurst (lead vocals) used to sing in her school choir, guitarist Matt Palmer likes to...

Single Release - Angels and Airwaves (19 October 2007)

Everything's Magic. Angels and Airwaves are formed from an impressive line up – Tom from Blink 182 and Box Car Racer, fellow Box Car Racer pal David Kennedy, former Offspring drummer Adam ‘Atom’ Willard and newly recruited, former 30...

SPECIAL FEATURE: Craig David (18 October 2007)

- By Katie Spain Craig David. It’s a name we all know… but where the blazers has the man been for the last five years? Take on look at the UK RnB crooner and you’d be forgiven for assuming he’s...

GIG REVIEW: The Enemy (18 October 2007)

The Enemy Brixton Academy 17th October 2007 Review by Christopher Todd There is something rotten afoot in the current UK music scene which draws so many parallels with the same scene ten years ago when it reached a nadir less...

HOT NEWS / COMPETITION: The Eagles (17 October 2007)

This competition is now closed. Congratulations to Vicky Laws... she nearly passed out by the sounds of things when we told her. Congratulations Vicky... and don't forget to send through a review of your special night when it's all over....

ARTIST FEATURE: The Eagles (17 October 2007)

To celebrate the release of The Eagles' new single ‘How long’ (also available as a free download from Amazon NOW). We've got a few Eagles facts and figures for your reading pleasure. You just can't mess with the best: •...

REVIEW: Just Jack (17 October 2007)

Just Jack Shepherd's Bush Empire Tuesday 16th October - Review by Katie Spain “Noooooooooo… I hate you! I want to see Just Jack. I can’t get back innnnnnn!” The woman sitting on the front steps of the Shepherd’s Bush Empire...

FEATURED BAND: Blake (17 October 2007)

Facebook has finally come in useful for something other than random photo flicking or stalking people. Blake, the incredible four piece classical band, made contact through Facebook and have now gone on to sign a one million pound record deal...

It's raining MIKA (17 October 2007)

MIKA DVD “LIVE IN CARTOON MOTION” Released November 12th THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED. You've got to hand it to Mika... he knows how to please a crowd. Whether it's his high-pitched squealing, jeans tighter than Johnny Borrell's or the...

Album Review: White Chalk - PJ Harvey (15 October 2007)

- Zarina Raja White Chalk is Polly’s most haunting album so far, even the art work on the album cover is eerie - a Victorian looking PJ with a pale face, painted by a disturbingly blank expression that longs...

Interview: Journey South (15 October 2007)

Interview By Zarina Raja What better way to celebrate the return of X Factor Live than by diving into the past and seeing what previous contestants have been getting up to. X Factor is the largest televised, talent contest...

REVIEW: Prince (15 October 2007)

Prince O2 Arena 12th September 2007 I am distracted. There’s a must win game in progress on the other side of the city and some red faced buffoon has decided that the answer to England’s woes is Emile Heskey. The...

SINGLE REVIEW: Enrique Iglesias (15 October 2007)

Enrique Iglesias ‘Tired of Being Sorry’ (Interscope) Review by Matt Killeen I’m married to a Nuyorican, that’s a New York Puertorican to us Brits, and living with a fluent Spanish speaker has many perks. Access to the more obscure...

LAST WEEK IN LONDON (12 October 2007)

Something New, Something Blue - Peter Coulston It’s been a very South London week for me this week, as the furthest north I ventured was Trafalgar Square. It all began in Putney on Monday night at the Half Moon, where...

Album review: In Rainbows - Radiohead (12 October 2007)

- Zarina Raja I’m going to push aside the speculation about Radiohead spontaneously announcing that their album would be out in a matter of days after the message was posted on a Radiohead forum that simply read: Hello everyone....

SINGLE REVIEWS (12 October 2007)

BEN'S BROTHERr Beta Males Fairytales Having written songs for the likes of Will Young and Natalie Imbruglia it was only a matter of time before lead singer Jamie Hartman formed his band Ben’s Brother and started releasing his own work....

Get on stage with Rufus Wainwright! (12 October 2007)

Are you Going To A Town to see Rufus Wainwright? Have you ever wondered what it is like being on stage, under the glare of the spotlight with hundreds of expectant faces staring back at you? Well, now is...

Film Review: Control (12 October 2007)

- Zarina Raja ‘I exist on the best terms that I can,’ croaked Sam Riley, aka Ian Curtis. Oh, I was in for an intense few hours, not surprising considering the ending – I didn’t even have any sweets...

INTERVIEW: Kevin Michael (11 October 2007)

Interview by Katie Spain When I walk into the room, new kid on the music block Kevin Michael has his back to me. He's a striking figure (even from behind). Both his impressive afro and his voice are cultivated to...

COMPETITION: Win Tickets to see KT Tunstall (11 October 2007)

THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED. After having played in various bands, KT Tunstall released her debut, solo album in 2004. Since then, she has been a part of the female solo artist trend that seems to have swept through...

Gig Recommendation: Skinnyman + L.Man (11 October 2007)

25th October at Cargo, London If you love your Hip Hop, then there is probably no better way to transform a dull, October evening, than by spending it in the company of London’s finest Hip Hop stars Skinnyman +...

GIG REVIEW: The Satin Peaches (10 October 2007)

The Satin Peaches NME Freshers Tour 07 The Astoria London - 9th October 2007 - Katie Spain I have to peel peaches before I eat them; the ‘cactus’ fluff that coats their skin makes me hack my little lungs up....

COMPETITION: Win Thamesis CDs (10 October 2007)

Welcome to the city of Thamesis, capital to a kingdom divided.... It has become a city of torn loyalties as it's inhabitants choose between life as a subject of the Crown or a Citizen of the Britomart.... Wow, what happened...

Kent Records 25 Year Anniversary – The Forum (10 October 2007)

Its 1982 - the Falklands War has begun, Prince William is born and Channel 4 has been launched. Disco is dying and electro has taken over. Post Punk band Joy Division are pumping through people's stereos and dousing listeners...

Gig Review: The Go! Team (10 October 2007)

- Zarina Raja No other band suits their name more then The Go! Team. Their performance at the Astoria was exactly that – it was all Go! Go! Go! The Go! Team were the headlining act for the NME...

Got a question for Craig David? (10 October 2007)

There's no doubt about Craig David, he knows how to make the ladies swoon. Hell, they'd drool if it wasn't so messy. The British singer recently collaborated with UK Rapper Kano on his upcoming album London Town for the single...

INTERVIEW: Gravenhurst ( 9 October 2007)

Interview by Katie Spain It was with hurried excitement that we fired out questions towards Nick Talbot - the singer/songwriter behind Gravenhurst. It wasn't a case of stars in our eyes but more of a case of stars in our...

SINGLE REVIEW: The Gospel ft Kira ( 9 October 2007)

The Gospel ft Kira Skating your Pool Released on the artist driven-artist led Brown Punk label set up by Tricky, Danish songstress Kira defines her musical style as Soul Punk. Word? As I am always on the lookout for weird...

Interview: Omar ( 9 October 2007)

Interview By Katie Spain Omar finally returned to the musical spotlight in 2006 after five long years, with his highly anticipated album Sing (If you want it). After five years of groundwork, it was obviously going to be an...

LAST WEEK IN LONDON ( 8 October 2007)

LAST WEEK IN LONDON Hip Hop Beats and Balham Treats - Peter Coulston My column is a little shorter this week because last week I was down with a cold and only managed two gigs. They were, however, quite diverse...

REVIEW: DMC World Championships ( 8 October 2007)

2007 DMC World DJ Championships Sunday 7th October 2007 - Katie Spain "What does a typical DJ look like?" A friend asked me this question on the weekend and at the time, I was speechless. To be honest, I still...

ALBUM REVIEW: Shantel ( 8 October 2007)

Shantel Disko Partizani Now, when you receive an album that’s partly lauded for its abilities to resurrect a ‘dead genre’ you tend to raise an eyebrow, especially when the genre’s as tragically moribund as that of ‘European Dance.’ The woes...

INTERVIEW: Whipper Whip and Charlie Chase ( 8 October 2007)

Interview by Gabriel Rolph. There are Hip-Hop stars and then there are the legends that carved the way for the beat hungry people of today. We were lucky enough to chat to two such legends, Whipper Whip and Charlie Chase...

INTERVIEW: DJ Panko ( 8 October 2007)

Interview By Katie Spain DJ Panko is part of the magnificent, eight piece band from Barcelona, Ojos de Brujo. Ojos de Brujo blend Hip Hop with traditional Flamenco beats, resulting in a wonderland of funky, eclectic sounds. Over the years,...

INTERVIEW - Alison Moyet ( 8 October 2007)

Interview by Zarina Raja It's not every day you get the chance to question the likes of Alison Moyet. The Essex born singer began her musical career in a number of punk rock, pub rock and blues bands and later...

ALBUM REVIEW: Stevie Wonder ( 7 October 2007)

Stevie Wonder Number Ones Review by Gabriel Rolph You know what? This review is going to be very biased, because to me, Stevie Wonder is a genius. And not just a genius within Soul, Motown or RnB, Stevie is a...

INTERVIEW: Aly and AJ ( 6 October 2007)

Some girls have it all... the looks, the brains, the husky voices, acting careers, singing careers and upcoming movie projects with 'The Lord Of The Rings' director Peter Jackson. On the outside, Aly and AJ have it made... it's...

INTERVIEW: Orson ( 5 October 2007)

Interview By Katie Spain Have you heard of Orson? If the name doesn't ring a bell, their music will. Chances are, you boogied to their Number One single 'No Tomorrow' or wiggled your bits to their platinum selling album,...

Interview: Akala ( 5 October 2007)

Interview By Katie Spain North London’s Akala is subverting the current Hip Hop scene and striking back at the money fuelled record companies which are crushing the authenticity of Rap and Hip Hop. Although he is an unsigned artist...

News: The Satin Peaches - Debut single ( 5 October 2007)

'Well Well Well Well.' Out October 8th 2007 on Ltd 7" vinyl & digital download Detroit youngsters The Satin Peaches release their first single ‘Well Well Well Well’ this October to coincide with their appearance on the NME Freshers...

Got a question for Pete Tong? ( 4 October 2007)

Come on... of COURSE you do. He's the master right? We'll interview Mr Pete Tong this week and want to give the fans (that's you) the chance to serve a question into his musical court. Music, life... you name it...

Competition: Win Two Just Jack Tickets ( 4 October 2007)

Just Jack released his first album The Outer Marker in 2002 but only reach the dizzying heights of fame in 2007 after his TV debut on BBC2's Later with Jools Holland, and then on the The Friday Night Project,...

Kevin Michael - in the firing line ( 3 October 2007)

We'll be chatting to Kevin Michael tomorrow and want to give fans the chance to lob some of their own questions his way. Don't be shy... ask the talented RnB lad about his upcoming tour, his career so far, his...

Album Review: Shotters Nation - Babyshambles ( 3 October 2007)

Review By Zarina Raja Listening to Shotters Nation allows us to glimpse Doherty's strange yet poetic world. However shambolic Doherty’s life is in reality, this is not reflected musically - but maybe lyrically ‘Im F*****, forlorn, frozen beneath the summer,...

Got a question for Omar? ( 3 October 2007)

There aren't many people around packed with more soul than Omar. The man has been crooning and fine-tuning his way through the UK music scene for years. Hell, even Stevie Wonder got in touch after hearing Omar’s second album. Omar...

Competition: Win Two Tickets to Need2Soul! ( 2 October 2007)

13th October The Cross, Kings Cross 10pm - 6am Arch 1 - Danny Krivit (NYC) & Rap Saunders Arch 2 - Jerome Sydenham (Ibadan/Apotek Records), DJ Manoo (Buzzin’ Fly, Rodamaal) & Katie Barber (Inspiration Information) Arch 3 - Domu (Dom-Unique...

Got a question for Orson? ( 2 October 2007)

“We’re crazy kids from Los Angeles,” says John. “And we love a party - that’s all on this record. If you liked the last one, Culture Vultures is going to twist your noodle.” You've got to love them... the lads...

Last Week In London - gig reviews ( 2 October 2007)

LAST WEEK IN LONDON Markets, Music and Madness - Peter Coulston The gig week began for me on Tuesday with a fairly acoustic set at the London Spitz near Old Spitalfields Market in the East End, promoted by Live Nation....

REVIEW: Juliette and the Licks ( 1 October 2007)

Juliette and the Licks With The Checks Indigo2 - Katie Spain My last brush with Juliette Lewis was on stage at the Apollo Theatre in London. Dave Grohl watched on in the audience as we chatted about her role in...

Interview: Rooney ( 1 October 2007)

Interview By Katie Spain We got the chance to chat to Rooney who have recently spent some time in London promoting there new album Calling The World. Rooney are a five piece pop/rock band that have taken the US...

GIG REVIEW: Milburn ( 1 October 2007)

Milburn The Astoria 'These are the Facts' - Naima Khan I heard somewhere that we metropolitan type folks are hard to please. Apparently rural crowds out in the sticks will use any excuse to turn a mosh pit into a...