Reverieme – New Album
Reverieme are busy in the studio recording their first full studio album, scheduled for release in May.
They’ve got together with the lovely people at Pledge to offer free downloads, various delectable goodies & treats while waiting for the sparkly new album. Head on over to Pledge to take a wee look.
‘Goodbye Woman’, Hello Tour
Ahead of playing live across the UK this February, Pete MacLeod has released his latest single & EP ‘Goodbye Woman’.
The track has been supported by the likes of Janice Long at BBC Radio 2 and Jim Gellatly on Amazing Radio.
Pete will be joined on stage by Steve Cradock, playing dates in Glasgow, London & Manchester.
Read Pete’s interview with Kulbritania here.
Dan Reed 'Champion'
Prior to their UK tour, the Dan Reed Network have released a new single, ‘Champion’ as featured on Fight Another Day, their latest album.
The Blackheart Orchestra join Wardlaw
2017 sees the enchanting progressive Electronica / Folk / Pop band The Blackheart Orchestra join the Wardlaw stable.
With a new album set for release this Spring following a February tour, this will be a busy year for British singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist duo Chrissy Mostyn and Richard Pilkington.
‘When I Find Out’ - Hawk Eyes
Ahead of the food comas and Netflix binges of Christmas the final show of 2016’s Jäger Curtain Call took place, and it sure was a night to remember.
Throughout last year DIY and Jägermeister teamed up with a bunch of bands and headed down to Shoreditch’s Curtain Road for their new project Jäger Curtain Call. In December, it was down to the brilliant Hawk Eyes to step up to the plate when they recorded new track ‘When I Find Out’, at Strongroom Studio.
Are You Sure?
Goggles, test tubes, a block of sodium, some sulphuric acid, touch of blood, include the word exoskeleton, roll backwards, and you have Reverieme’s video for ‘SURE’.
A New Year for Wardlaw
Happy New Year!
2017 looks set to be another busy year at WM Towers with new music scheduled in Q1 from the likes of Dan Reed Network, Paperface, Reverieme, Wizzy Wow & The Blackheart Orchestra and Q2 releases from Thomas Teago, Pete MacLeod, Hawk Eyes & Ginger Wildheart amongst others. This in addition to new co-writes from the likes of Wizzy, Tully Gun, Jon Allen, & Simon Davis.
A look back at some of 2016…..
Jäger Curtain Call for Hawk Eyes
Our very own Leeds alt-rockers, Hawk Eyes, have been confirmed as the final act to join the second round of Jäger Curtain Call making them the sixth band to visit the Curtain Road studios, record a new track and play a live show for Jäger in 2016.
They will play an intimate show at The Old Blue Last on 17th December. Tickets for the show are on sale now via TicketWeb and cost just £7.
Mary-Jess Falls in Love with a Snowman
Mary-Jess’s first Christmas album, Prayer For A Snowflake, is out now.
She’s also about to tour so check out her website for tour dates etc.
Watch Mary-Jess’s latest video ‘I Fell In Love With A Snowman’ and immerse yourself in a dreamy Winters tale.
Thomas Teago ‘Lights Down Low’
Thomas Teago’s latest release is ‘Lights Down Low’, featuring Fazer of the multi-platinum Mobo Award winning group N-Dubz.
Fazer has never before featured on another artist’s record and as soon as he heard the demo he immediately wanted to be a part of this track. In Fazer’s own words, “Our collaboration fuses Thomas’ distinctive vocals with a dash of Fazer personality – it’s a perfect combination.” We agree!
Colm Mac Con Iomaire on tour
In a crowded field of outstanding Irish fiddle players and interpreters of traditional music Colm Mac Con Iomaire is unique.
Colm has been busy touring North America, and even busier now touring the UK & Europe throughout November, details here .
The Wildhearts announce December tour
The Wildhearts set out on a 5 date UK tour this December including Ginger’s Annual Birthday Bash at the O2 Forum in London on December 17th. The Wildhearts, with the line up of Ginger and CJ on guitars and vocals, bassist Jon Poole and Ritch Battersby on drums, are supported by Danny McCormack’s new band The Main Grains and Dirt Box Disco for the first 3 shows.
Cranky George and the Tunnel Of Love
The latest escape into a visual oddity with Cranky George, their Tunnel of Love video is a circus full of melody.
Hey ! Hello! Too! Album out now
The brand new second album from Hey! Hello! is available right now from their Pledge page. Freshly recorded, it features an array of guest vocals including Emily Lee, Givvi Flynn, Cat Southall, Laila K, Eloise Kerry, Vicky Jackson and Christina Maynard, as well as performances from band members Ai, Toshi, The Rev and of course Ginger.
Pete MacLeod is ‘Crestfallen’
We’re definitely NOT ‘Crestfallen’ since Pete MacLeod joined the Wardlaw clan!
This incredibly talented rocker from Scotia has never failed to deliver. Welcome, Pete!
His recent album Crestfallen, released earlier this summer, has got to be heard. It demonstrates his versatility and musicality , which he has in abundance
Cranky George’s ‘Nighttime’ released
Cranky George, James Fearnley’s (of THE POGUES ), folk-influenced indie rock band, have released the first single from their upcoming debut full- length album Fat Lot of Good on September 16. The single, ‘Nighttime’ draws from a variety of influences including legendary Canadian indie rockers Arcade Fire and The Pogues. Fat Lot of Good is their first full-length album and will be released on October 14, 2016.
Bill Stankay scores for Lionsgate
Bill has just completed the score for the trailer for the upcoming Lionsgate film Deepwater Horizon, directed by Peter Berg (Lone Survivor) and starring Mark Wahlberg, Kate Hudson, Dylan O’ Brien, Kurt Russell and John Malkovich.
Thomas Teago’s new single “Lights Down Low”
Thomas’ next single release titles ‘Lights Down Low’ will feature Fazer from the multi platinum Mobo Award winning group N-Dubz.
Wretch 32 co-write with Wizzy Wow
Wizzy has co-written ‘Open Conversation & Mark Duggan’ which is on Wretch 32’s new album Growing Over Life, released today! Massive