The Next Big Thing?

Paw PawThey’ve been championed by Paddy from the Scissor Sisters and you can see why. Paw Paw make ace, catchy electro-pop music which makes you feel uplifted and jolly. They’re a British trio of two girls and a boy, they’re anti-guitars and pro-synths, and I have high hopes for their future. I particularly love the… Continue reading The Next Big Thing?

Top of the Poptastic!

The top 25 singles I enjoyed in May: 1. E-Type – True Believer2. Da Buzz – Take All My Love3. Les Fatals Picards – L’amour à la française4. Verka Seduchka – Dancing Lasha Tumbai5. Venke Knutson – Holiday6. Laakso with Peter Jöback – Italy vs. Helsinki7. Markoolio – Ingen Sommar Utan Reggae8. Melody Club –… Continue reading Top of the Poptastic!

The Great Escape… Part 3!

The festival is finally over and I’ve now seen a total of 26 bands over 3 days – quite impressive! There were a few unpleasant experiences (We’re Marching On, Foals) but overall I’ve been highly impressed by the bands I’ve seen and have a few new favourites as well. Here are my thoughts on the… Continue reading The Great Escape… Part 3!

The Great Escape… Part 1

This weekend over 200 arists descend on the most fabulous English town of Brighton (where I happen to live) for the second annual Great Escape Festival. Focussing on new bands and international acts, it’s a great way to discover new music and there’s a huge variety to choose from. I bought a wristband for all… Continue reading The Great Escape… Part 1