The Beast (Live) by Thom Morecroft Artist – Thom Morecroft Single – The Beast Released – 12th February 2021 Reviewer – Stuart Todd, Liverpool Acoustic The last time I caught up with Thom Morecroft, he was launching his album The Feng Shui and The Sushi at Studio 2, Parr Street at theContinue Reading
Artist – Shadow Captain Single – Lavender Way Release date – 5th February 2021 Reviewer – Chumki Banerjee Shadow Captain takes a more leisurely trip to the wistfully named Lavender Way, where ‘life’s gone astray’ for a ‘so called friend’. We all know that person, whom we want to like, whom weContinue Reading
Artist – Rosenblume Single – In The Long Run Release date – 5th February 2021 Reviewer – Stuart Todd Liverpool troubadour Rosenblume makes a welcome return with a reflective acoustic ballad in the Laurel Canyon tradition. Fronted by Daniel Ross, his previous EP All Through The Fire, All Through The Rain was a strong showcase forContinue Reading
Spotlight 165 is hosted by Stuart Todd To play in your browser click the player below To download the MP3 click here To subscribe in iTunes click here Playlist SheBeat – Believe Dorothy Bird – Kaleidoscope Barry Briercliffe – Lie Back And Think Of England Mike West -Rock Ferry Ragz Nordset – Don’t You Forget S.J.Continue Reading
What is Bandcamp Friday? Bandcamp Friday is the occasional day when in order to support musicians the platform waives its revenue share. That means if you buy any music on Bandcamp during these 24 hours the musicians will keep 100% of the price paid (after PayPal charges). When is BandcampContinue Reading
Artist – Mike Ryan Album – Night Release date – 21st January 2021 Reviewer – Stuart Todd Night is the promising debut solo album by singer-songwriter and guitarist Mike Ryan (of the band Harrison Drive), who serves up a pleasing collection of Midnight delights. With the huge challenges many have had to face over the past year, MikeContinue Reading
Dig It The Beatles A to ZSunday 31st January 2020 More of a jam than a song from the Get Back/Let It Be sessions, Dig It is a rare example of a Harrison/Lennon/McCartney/Starr composition credit. I’ve always really liked it. Words and music Harrison/Lennon/McCartney/Starr Stick with me – one dayContinue Reading
Liverpool Digital Music Festival Rise will take place on the 27th & 28th February 2021. The online ‘from home’ digital music festival will showcase the best rising talent from the Liverpool City Region aged 18 to 24. In response to the effect of Covid-19 on the Liverpool music scene, theContinue Reading
Artist – SheBeat Single – Believe Released – 24th January 2021 Reviewer – Stuart Todd, Liverpool Acoustic Liverpool born singer-songwriter SheBeat aka Jodie Schofield returns with a brand new single. Previously hosting her own radio show in Birmingham, the artist has travelled far and wide to spread the word.With influences ranging from PJ Harvey, Courtney BarnettContinue Reading
Local musician and Liverpool Acoustic Songwriting Challenge judge Robert Vincent has won Artist of the Year at the UK Americana Awards 2021. Run by Americana UK, the UK Americana Awards recognises the brightest and best from the Americana music scene in this country and overseas. The ceremony, which took placeContinue Reading
