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Wednesday, 20 January 2021

Australian Rockers Wicked Smile Release Their New Single 'Killer At Large'

Australian heavy rock band Wicked Smile have roared into 2021 with a brand new single titled ‘Killer At Large’. This follows on from their 2020 debut ep titled ‘Delirium’ to very favourable reviews.

The new single is again produced by Paul Laine (The Defiants) and mastered by Bruno Ravel (The Defiants/Danger Danger).

Guitarist Stevie Janevski goes on to say, “last year was all about giving the world a ‘taste’ of what we’re about. We’re a five-piece kick ass heavy rock band and I think we made our presence known with the release of our Delirium ep”.

The new single ‘Killer At Large’ will no doubt be another talking point with its bombastic wall of sound. Vocalist Danny states, “this is my favourite song so far. It’s heavy, yet melodic and the song fits in perfectly with what we’re about. The energy from the entire band is amazing”.

Watch the video now...

A Chance to See the Orchestral Quireboys at the O2, Kentish Town, London.

ORCHESTRAL QUIREBOYS AT O2 KENTISH FORUM, LONDON

This special project aptly named, Orchestral Quireboys will be created, rehearsed and staged as a double header, ONLY @ the 02 Forum Kentish Town UK on the 3rd & 4th September 2021.

All tickets are now completely Sold Out. There are 30 tickets back from the venue for Saturday 4th September 2021 which we will be offering out to Quireboys fans for the price of just the booking fee.

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https://hrh.live/winquireboys/ 

Architects Have Shared Their New Single 'Dead Butterflies'

 Architects have shared their new single 'Dead Butterflies'.

The metal behemoths are back, with new album 'For Those That Wish To Exist' set to hit home on February 26th.

The ambitious 15 track album ties into our current dystopia, while also searching for moments of light.

New single 'Dead Butterflies' is part of this dichotomy, and it comes with a video shot at London's historic Royal Albert Hall.

Filmed during their recent live stream from the venue, it gives a glimpse of Architects phenomenal live power.

Tune in now… 


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Tuesday, 19 January 2021

Monday, 18 January 2021

Michelle Escoffery appointed as President of the PRS Members' Council

Michelle Escoffery appointed as President of the PRS Members' Council

Ivor Novello Award-winning singer, songwriter, composer, educator and Music Week Women in Music 2020 Roll of Honour inductee, Michelle Escoffery, has been appointed to the newly created role of President of the PRS Members’ Council (previously the PRS Board), with immediate effect. Escoffery has accepted the role following her time as a Writer Director on the PRS Members’ Council, alongside a continuing tenure on PRS Foundation’s Board of Trustees.

Michelle said. “It is a true honour to be appointed as President of the PRS Members’ Council. As President, I will work to solidify relationships between our membership and the Members’ Council, bring more relevance to younger writers and further develop a rich culture of diversity on all levels, reflecting our membership from the top down.

Find out more at…

PRS for Music: royalties, music copyright and licensing

Watch Lucinda Williams Lake Charles World Cafe Live Philly 10/1/19

Lucinda Williams performs Lake Charles during "Car Wheels On A Gravel Road 20th Anniversary" tour stop in Philly. 10 January, 2019







Friday, 15 January 2021

Martin Carthy – Live in Your Living Room – 8pm Saturday 16 January 2021

On Line and Live to Your Living Room


For more than 50 years, Martin Carthy has been one of folk music’s greatest innovators. His skill, stage presence and natural charm have won him many admirers, not only from within the folk scene, but also far beyond it. Join him for an intimate set from his home to yours, via Zoom.

Tickets £14, with options to pay a bit more or less depending on your circumstances.

Find out more 

Martin Carthy - Alan Bearman Music

Faith Guitars Announce the Launch of the Blue Moon Series ‘Venus’

Faith Guitars Announce the Launch of the Blue Moon Series ‘Venus’

The Venus OM Cutaway / Auditorium is the iconic shape that brought us to the consciousness of so many players over the years. It now becomes the second shape to grace the Blue Moon series following the launch of the Blue Moon Neptune Baby-Jumbo model in 2019.

The Faith Venus Blue Moon adds a new element to the series with its slimmed down body size and depth vs. the Neptune model. The Venus shape tones down the low-end frequencies a little, and in return ramps up the mid frequencies to produce a sweet voice with excellent clarity. 

It uses Solid Figured Java Mango tone woods throughout the top, back and sides and is matched with a Flamed Maple binding, Macassan Figured Ebony fittings, and a Mahogany neck with a Macassan Figured Ebony fingerboard.

The Solid Java body wood features a translucent blue / indigo finish that brings the beautifully varied flamed grains to life – all accentuated by an all-over high gloss finish for a truly stunning looking acoustic guitar.


Tonally, players can expect a unique and interesting character from the Venus Blue Moon. Not as loud and punchy as rosewood nor as straightforwardly mellow as mahogany - it bears its own distinctive warmth. 

The overall tone could be described as dark and moody. With reduced level of resonant overtones, the Blue Moon Venus is eminently controllable, balanced and resistant to feedback.

As with all our guitars, electronics come courtesy of Fishman - in the case of the Venus Blue Moon, the discreet and low-profile Fishman INK3 preamp system with Sonicore under-saddle piezo pickup. The preamp features a chromatic tuner, 3 band EQ and volume control. 

For further information visit Faith Guitars at…     

www.faithguitarsusa.com



(All of the above information was received from Faith Guitars)

Thursday, 14 January 2021

Elvis Presley – Jailhouse Rock – Need We Say Anymore?

Elvis sings Jailhouse Rock... 



Elvis Presley – Jailhouse Rock – Need We Say Anymore?

Elvis starred in the iconic movie Jailhouse Rock in 1957. The film was directed by Richard Thorpe and was extremely popular upon its release. Presley played the main character, Vince Everett. Everett was previously in prison for manslaughter after getting into a fight in a bar. He gets out and becomes a hugely successful singer, according to IMDb.

But Presley would injure himself in a bizarre accident while filming. According to the official blog for Graceland, the sprawling Memphis, Tennessee home where Presley resided, Graceland.com reports that Presley was performing the dance routine for an iconic moment in the movie at the time.

Fans who have seen the film know exactly which moment that we’re talking about. Presley sings his famous “Jailhouse Rock” and moves his hips to the music in a choreographed dance number. But when it came time to perform for the camera, the cap of his tooth became dislodged and he inhaled it into his lung. It must have been a very scary moment for everyone around him, and Presley had to have surgery to have the cap removed. The operation involved separating the vocal cords, but luckily there was no lasting damage. According to the website, it’s the reason why Presley’s character, Vince Everett, has an injury to his throat and vocal cords at the end of the movie when he’s punched in the throat.


Facebook Post by the Organisers of Heretic Fest

We all know the drill by now with how these lockdowns affect certain industries, however I would like to assure you here with some positivity.

I am working very closely with all involved to make sure this event can go ahead as planned, no doubt there is some uncertainly here, but I would like to reiterate that message that has been throughout this pandemic. The event will NOT be cancelled, worst case scenario we will move the event further along the line and all tickets will remain valid.
I will keep you all informed along the way and a review will be underway soon to decide the future of this event, but until then, let’s try and stay positive and look forward to a good year. Shows will come back, things will go back to normal, and we will soon be in a room again with our friends and music.
Stay safe, and as always, stay awesome! Heretic Fest | Facebook