(Photo Credit – Time Out) Who they are Jose Gonzalez is a Swedish singer and songwriter, who has a very distinct folk and indie pop sound. Gonzalez was born on July 31st, 1978 in Gothenburg, Sweden. His first musical success was in the formation of the band Junip who released their first EP in 2000,Continue reading “Artist Showcase – Jose Gonzalez”
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Artist Showcase – Oh Wonder
Who they are Formed in 2014, Oh Wonder are a London based alternative pop duo made up of Anthony Vander West and Josephine Vander West. They released their first album called Oh Wonder in September 2015. All of their released albums to this date are written, recorded, produced and released by the duo themselves. ImmediatelyContinue reading “Artist Showcase – Oh Wonder”
Artist Showcase – Week 2
For the second week York St. John music student Max Stephens is bringing us an Artist showcase of bands tat might have passed you by on the radar… this weeks showcase looks right up my street! Flyte Flyte are a modern English indie rock band originally from London. The band started to take shape fromContinue reading “Artist Showcase – Week 2”
Artist Showcase – Dancing on Tables
(Photo credit – Facebook(Dancing on Tables official page) In a new strand Max Stephens is putting together artist showcase’s for bands we might not be familiar with…. check out the first band that Max is showcasing… we’re looking forward to finding out a little more about them… Who they areOfficial website link – https://www.dancingontables.co.uk/ DancingContinue reading “Artist Showcase – Dancing on Tables”
Maximus Stephens – My favourites
For the final week of this blog until after summer, we will be visiting some of my favourite artists. There will be a range of different genres below and something for hopefully everyone to enjoy. Flyte Flyte are an english indie rock band based in London. They were formed in 2013 and currently only haveContinue reading “Maximus Stephens – My favourites”
Maximus Stephens – Jazz Legends part 2
For this week’s blog post we are returning to the realm of jazz and looking at a few more legendary jazz artists. Again, this list will definitely not cover every amazing jazz artist, these are just a small collection. I will include a range of different instruments so hopefully there is something for everyone, enjoy!Continue reading “Maximus Stephens – Jazz Legends part 2”
Maximus Stephens – Video Game Music (part 1)
For this week’s blog post we are delving into the mysterious work of video games! Surprisingly, they have amazing soundtracks which are great to get lost in and help your wellbeing. Below are just a handful of some amazing examples, so if you don’t find anything you like get onto YouTube and search for someContinue reading “Maximus Stephens – Video Game Music (part 1)”
Maximus Stephens – Interesting instruments and music
For the 10th week of this blog we are approaching a rather unusual topic, interesting instruments. Below you will find a selection of different artists/clips showing the use of interesting and experimental instruments in a variety of different music settings. Hopefully these interesting instruments and settings will get you mind thinking about what a musicalContinue reading “Maximus Stephens – Interesting instruments and music”
Maximus Stephens – Mindfulness Escapism
This week we are taking a look at some peaceful music, not based around a single genre. There is a mix of some interesting covers and original compositions by a variety of different artists. These pieces will hopefully make you relaxed and peaceful, enjoy! Mauvais Roger Up first on today’s post is French Pianist MauvaisContinue reading “Maximus Stephens – Mindfulness Escapism”
Maximus Stephens – Ska Classics
This week we are taking a look at the Ska genre and listening to some classics! I have also placed some interesting covers of Ska alternatives near the bottom of the post for people already familiar with the genre. These will hopefully get you in a cheerful mood and ready for whatever this week willContinue reading “Maximus Stephens – Ska Classics”