Lisa Ward | MTTM - More Than The Music

Jun 7, 2010

Kate Miller-Heidke – Curiouser

Excuse me Marina, step aside Gaga, out of the way Cyndi, there’s a new entrant in the quirky field and she’s already taking Australia by storm. Having made her name with that Facebook song (Are You F**king Kidding Me?) Australian born Kate Miller-Heidke might be classically trained, but she’s already making her name known in the pop arena. Nominated for a range of ARIA Awards...

May 24, 2010

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22/05/2010 | Natalie Merchant – Hammersmith Apol...

It’s been 20 odd years since Natalie Merchant last stood on the Apollo stage and back then it was as part of the 10,000 Maniacs. Tonight however she’s back, with just a minimalist three piece accompaniment in tow. Most would struggle to hold their voice for an hour under these circumstances, but Natalie works her way through a two and a half hour set, with songs spanning nearly...

May 20, 2010

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Lisbee Stainton – Girl on an Unmade Bed

After spending a couple of months opening for Joan Armatrading, it’s perhaps only a matter of time before Lisbee Stainton becomes something of a household name. Girl on an Unmade Bed is her latest offering featuring 14 solid tracks, many of which were recorded at Abbey Road studios. Produced by Rupert Christie (who has worked with the likes of Kate Bush, Lou Reed and Coldplay)...

May 20, 2010

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Latitude 2010

Now in its 5th year, Latitude Festival is the place to be for those who want something extra from their summer. With a strong emphasis on literature, comedy and theatre as well as a starstudded musical line-up it’s almost guaranteed that there will not be a spare minute of the weekend where there isn’t something to tickle your fancy. Set in the Sunrise Coast in Suffolk and...

May 12, 2010

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11/05/2010 | Florence And The Machine – Civic Ha...

Back with another set of sold out shows after breaking into the UK charts with her critically acclaimed album Lungs, Florence Welch is once again proving why her aptly titled album is worthy of its praise. Opening with Howl, the gothic princess bounces around a birdcage adorned stage, mixing up the melody before pounding out the notes full force mid song. When she controls her...

May 10, 2010

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09/05/2010 | Hole – O2 Academy, Birmingham

After a tour’s worth of reviews, Hole’s finale date in Birmingham was fuelled by expectation. So far it had been established that her voice was ragged, that the fans would respond predominantly to Celebrity Skin and that it was likely to be only her stage antics which left anything noteworthy to review. Whether you love her or abhor her, no one can deny that Courtney is...

May 7, 2010

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05/05/2010 | Thea Gilmore – The Lights, Ando...

Protest singer Thea Gilmore is folk for the 21st Century. Forget rekindled traditional numbers filled with tales of love and life, Thea prefers full-feist modern songs abounding in lyrical punches. Nevertheless, in the midst of recording her next album, it’s clear her edges are beginning to round. Mid set she teases that the next offering will be ‘Thea Gilmore: The love...

Apr 29, 2010

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28/04/2010 | Nerina Pallot – Union Chapel, Islin...

Whilst Nerina Pallot’s albums are jam packed with instruments and arrangements, her live shows are usually stripped back affairs, showcasing her more acoustic style with just her piano and guitar for company. Tonight however, Nerina brings the Union Chapel audience an array of musical delights, featuring not only an ensemble of brass and strings but also a choir and special guest...

Apr 27, 2010

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25/04/2010 | Alphabeat – O2 Academy, Oxford

Only a band like Alphabeat could divide the prepubescent front row kids from their obliging parents, with a sea of drunken twenty-something year olds. Despite a short set, they successfully pack it full to brimming with their retro 80’s style pop songs, trumping it only with their Ritalin requiring energy. Whilst Stein pays homage to the bands roots, sporting a vinyl laced hat,...

Apr 22, 2010

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Martha Tilston – Lucy & The Wolves

Nominated for ‘Best New Act’ in the 2007 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and after a guest appearance in the fourth Zero 7 Album Yeah Ghost, Martha Tilston is back with a long awaited new album. Lucy & The Wolves might be a little overdue, but it’s most definitely worth the wait. Filled with silky vocals and elaborate melodies which compliment the intricacies of Martha’s voice,...