These days singer/songwriters are ten-a-penny, but the best among them, those that genuinely move you and earn a place in your heart, are worth their weight in gold. Conor Owen, better known by his moniker Ren, is set to be one of the finest new acts to emerge this year. His debut EP is one of the most assured and affecting collections of songs you could hope to come across. I caught up with him to talk about the release:
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Interview: The Little Kicks
After taking some much needed time away to reflect and find some fresh perspective, Aberdeen indie pop band The Little Kicks are back and better than ever. Equal parts fun and finesse, silly and sophisticated, electronic and orchestral, their new album Shake Off Your Troubles is one of the most surprising and rewarding albums of the year thus far. I caught up with Steven Milne from The Little Kicks to talk about the new album ahead of it’s release: Continue reading
With his thoughtful and elegant piano balladry, Oregon native Taylor Jahn is a truly accomplished pop singer/songwriter. His faultless vocals, his gorgeous melodies and most of all his profound and heartfelt lyrics all point to a long and rewarding career in his near future. Following the release of his debut EP Hide Away, I was lucky enough to chat to him about his music: Interview: Taylor Noelle
Born and raised in L.A., before bringing her talents to the music city of Nashville, Taylor Noelle is one of the most talented and versatile artists to emerge in the past year. Her debut EP Out of My System is an absolute gem, with each track showcasing a different style and a different side to her personality, all coming together as one multifaceted marvel. I caught up with this purveyor of pop perfection ahead of her first ever trip to the UK:
Interview: Mariam
This up-and-coming South London based singer/songwriter is one of the most talented spotlight artists that Belwood Music has had in a long while. The soulful storytelling present in her upcoming debut EP is the stunning result of a lot of hard work amongst London’s bustling music scene, not to mention her innate musical talent. I was lucky enough to chat to Mariam ahead of her upcoming release Heart to Heart. Continue reading
Interview: Hannah Grace
Welsh wonder Hannah Grace has rapidly been gathering fans all across the UK and beyond. Her incredible vocals are the perfect match for gutsy blues, passionate soul, gossamer folk and everything in between. Her latest EP Mustang, released via Gabrielle Aplin’s Never Fade Records, sees her kick things up a notch and prove she’s a household name in the making. I was lucky enough to chat to her ahead of her headline UK tour. Continue reading
Interview: Jonny Carroll
Hailing from Grand Rapids, Michigan, spellbinding singer/songwriter Jonny Carroll has spent years honing his craft busking and touring on both sides of the Atlantic. His debut album Leaving On The Light ranks amongst the best releases of the year. His raw and honest lyricism perfectly embodies his mantra “pop hook, folk heart”. With some beautiful music to his name and with his star set to rise, Belwood Music was lucky enough to have a chat with him: Continue reading
Interview: Billy Bibby & The Wry Smiles
The time has finally come for Belwood Music’s first ever interview! I caught up with former guitarist and founding member of Catfish and the Bottlemen Billy Bibby to find out more about his influences, the quest for hit singles and his new solo career alongside his backing band The Wry Smiles: Continue reading
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