Roma Palace drop debut single ‘Tell Me’
Brighton’s up and coming artists Roma Palace are breaking into the scene on the South Coast with their debut single, ‘Tell Me’. The trio of best friends consists of David…
In Conversation with Pavel Kolesnikov
Among the din of the Brighton music scene, classical music is often stifled under the noise of other genres. This Saturday, however, Pavel Kolesnikov will be changing things, as he…
James Blake – Assume Form review
Arriving in to Brighton’s The Islingword on Queens Park Road, as I ordered a pint and briefly squinted to see the football score before sitting down, I heard something genuinely…
LGBT representation in music: measuring the success of #20GAYTEEN
Personally, music has always been about connection and expression, which is why I value diversity and representation. From Tchaikovsky to Freddie Mercury, LGBT people have made important contributions to the…
Interview with Sunflower Bean
Sunflower Bean recently performed at The Old Market; I was lucky enough to chat to Nick Kivlen – guitarist and vocalist – over the phone about the band’s upcoming EP…
Interview: A Conversation with Magnús Trygvason Elíassen
We interviewed Magnús Trygvason Elíassen ahead of Amiina’s performance of the score to Fantômas that took place on Saturday 17th November 2018 at the ACCA. We spoke about musical experiments,…
Rock for Refugees Review: Bands Rock Out for Change
Komedia’s basement was full to the roof with audience’s head-banging to three bands’ alt-rock music. The night was in aid of refugees, with Sussex Student Action for Refugees (STAR) and…
Brighton Pop-punk bands bid farewell to Sticky Mike’s
With their first headline Brighton gig in 5 years, pop-punk band AS IT IS bought it home with a bang returning to Sticky Mike’s before the closure of the iconic…
Beautiful Bird-song at The Haunt
Americana-artist Jade Bird is no stranger to performing live in front of an audience. Since the age of 16, when she won a place at The Brit School, she has…
Sunflower Bean at The Old Market
On the 21st November, I was lucky enough to see Sunflower Bean as they returned to Brighton for another headline gig, this time at The Old Market. The New York…
Love Music, Hate Racism – Overcoming Division
Organisation Love Music, Hate Racism spoke about breaking the divide of race within the music industry. Whether that’s rooted in the labels’ influence or how the artists approach the music…
DIY Neu Tour comes to Brighton
Music magazine DIY are bringing their live event to The Hope and Ruin, Brighton on Wednesday 28th November. This will include a series of talks and tips from people in…
The Slacker Podcast w/ You Me At Six
Among the warm lights, plants and sofas that looked like they were from the set of Friends, BBC Radio 1 Presenter Phil Taggart conducted a one-off live recording of ‘The…
BBC Introducing Live| Sustainability and Music
If you were to link sustainability with something it’s unlikely to be music. The panelists aimed to prove that wrong, focusing on plastic waste and emissions in the industry. Led…
‘I’m Sick of Singing About My Broken Heart’ – Tom Odell in Concert
‘I’m Sick of Singing About My Broken Heart’ – But, oh boy Tom, we are not. When I was younger I always played covers, and had lessons on the piano.…
Brockhampton’s Iridescence Effect
By Kajal Dave Notorious for being ‘The best boyband since One Direction’, BROCKHAMPTON’s ‘IRIDESCENCE’ has revolutionised music production and has changed the image of boybands for good. After the release…
In Conversation with Penya
By Mariafernanda Chavez There is no denying the irrepressible attraction of British jazz music right now, with Brighton hosting an abundance of talented artists – Penya is one of them.…
Brighton Philharmonic November Review
After a rigorously conducting the orchestral exposition of Beethoven’s third Piano Concerto, Freddy Kempf glides onto a Steinway for a memorable rendition of the first movement’s opening cadenza. It is…
Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra November Preview
On Sunday 11 November, Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra will play the second concert of its 2018/19 programme, featuring pianist and director Freddie Kempf, the 1992 BBC Young Musician of the Year.…
BBC Introducing Live in London
BBC Introducing are hosting a set of live performances, panels, and talks with industry professionals, artists, and record labels – all things music will be at London’s Tobacco Dock from…
