1984 has always been one of those memorable years, and essentially in the world of music, it marks 40 years since the release of one of the most romantic ballads ever, Careless Whisper by the late George Michael.   Growing up, I was always surrounded by George’s wonderful music. He shaped the music that I enjoy and listen to today, and gave me so much joy in listening to his hits from Wham!, Older and many more. It’s no surprise that I simply adore Careless Whisper. As George Michael’s team prepare to celebrate the song this summer, I thought it would be a good idea to share my own relat ..read more

Humble, honest and heartfelt , introducing End of the Road, the debut single from Canadian singer-songwriter Taylor Delaney Jensen. A perfect harmony of country and pop, the songstress’s first record showcases her undeniable vocal talent. Immediately sinking into the colourful twangs of country chords, Taylor effortlessly interweaves modern timbres to craft a seamlessly sensational song. Taylor Delaney Writing from the depths of her heart, Taylor focuses on creating evocative and captivating music which leaves you feeling like you’ve just had a heart to heart with your best friend. Her ability ..read more

Over 25 years, Awards for Young Musicians has worked with more than 5,000 young musicians from low income families. Applications for help from young people have increased threefold over the past five years. Under its new identity, Young Sounds UK will continue the charity’s transformational work and connect with a broader range of young musicians than ever before. 30 April, London, United Kingdom: Today, long running music education charity Awards for Young Musicians announces an immediate name change to Young Sounds UK. For over 25 years, the charity has identified and nurtured young musical ..read more

During November 2022, Birmingham based singer and songwriter Ed Geater jetted off to the other side of the world with his music publishing team, Anara Publishing, for a song writing camp at the prestigious Karma Studios in Thailand. Little did Ed know; his life was about to change forever. Ed Geater   Having spent most of his 20s caring for his dad who was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia at just 60 years old, much of Ed’s formative years were filled with an overwhelming sense of loneliness. With no peers the same age who could fully understand and share the bleak details of daily life c ..read more

Who remembers excitedly, gathering around the TV on a Friday night at 7pm, to watch your favourite artists perform (mostly!) live? I do! Since the age of social media and music streaming platforms, I feel like there has been a real disconnect between music artists and their audience; a gap that Top of the Pops (totp) previously, used to fill. The excitement of watching the latest music video from Bon Jovi or Michael Jackson, would define the entire week and continue to be the topic of conversation. Totp is a music show that not only transcended generations (60s, 70s, 80s, 90s etc) but also fe ..read more

I’m happy to share my next interview with UK Country Singer-Songwriter Sarah Louise! Avid readers of my blog will know that I have previously interviewed Sarah Louise, but this interview will be exclusively about her upcoming album Change Of Plan which releases on 28th March. I personally, am a big fan of Sarah Louise who has an effortless way of communicating her thoughts and feelings through her songs, and having heard her brand new album, she certainly doesn’t disappoint! Read on to learn more about her album and the emotions behind it. Hi Sarah, thanks so much for sharing your thoughts be ..read more

After captivating millions of fans across social media and streaming platforms with her sensational covers, Sami Rose is set to make her mark in the music industry with the release of her highly anticipated debut original solo single, Missing You. Missing You is a sad girl anthem , blending melancholic lyrics with a catchy pop melody. This debut original single is a showcase of emotion, diving deep into her complexities of heartbreak, loss, and self-discovery. Despite the heavy themes, the track remains light and with memorable hooks. Sami hopes by expressing her vulnerability audiences will ..read more

My first album review of 2024, is I Don’t Give Up Easily by singer-songwriter Sarah Riches. Released last year, this album showcases Sarah’s beautiful vocals, amongst the storytelling background of country music. Sarah Riches   Each song tells a story about the good and the bad side of relationships, making the album very relatable with its listeners. A 10 track album, which can be enjoyed in just 36 minutes, features the following tracks: 1) Dancing in the Rain – for me personally, I would say that this particular opening track captures the true essence of country music with wonderful ly ..read more

Staffordshire country music singer-songwriter Sarah Riches is currently promoting her album I Don’t Give Up Easily which ranges from country pop to bluesy reflection and was recorded and produced in Nashville by legendary producer Fred Mollin. Sarah truly had a fairy godfather moment when Fred Mollin was introduced to her voice and music and took her under his wing. Mollin has worked with artists such as Jimmy Webb, Billy Ray Cyrus, Vince Gill, Lyle Lovett, Kris Kristofferson, and Joe Cocker, and many of the musicians that played on Sarah’s album are regular artists at The Grand Ole Opry. I D ..read more

A Euphoric, Whimsical Summer Escapade of the Heart President Street, Australia’s dynamic pop-fusion duo, is thrilled to announce the release of their euphoric dance-pop single I Don’t Wanna Be – a track that’s an up-tempo explosion of joy and energy led by sentiments of fantasy and a desire to escape reality that’ll definitely get you dancing and feeling free. Filled with a sense of wonder, I Don’t Wanna Be explores themes of embracing love and personal power to expand beyond your comfort zone and step into a bright, fantastical world of your own creation. Hot on the heels of their triumphant ..read more