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Engineering Brilliance: Uncovering the Magic Behind ‘Plan for a Barn

A successful sound engineer is rare, and few have achieved the level of fame and life’s work of Alan Dweck. A documentary series, ‘Plan for a Barn’, shows the incredible journey of this innovator in the audio engineering world, from amateur producer to professional-level guru.  The documentary follows Alan’s journey to turn an old Wiltshire…
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New Release: Open Water Flies ‘Above The Waterline’

Open Water Serenade Coastal Town Deal with Album ‘Above The Waterline’ Are you looking for new musical inspirations to take you away from your daily life? Then look no further than Open Water’s newest album ‘Above The Waterline’, inspired by Kentish coastal town of Deal.  This album, released March 25th, 2023, is a beautiful representation…
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Indie Rocker Quinny Releases Raw Live Performance of Rumours for 10th Anniversary

Ten years ago, music aficionados were given the independent track Rumours, by Quinny, a Paisley-born musician. On June 1st, 2023, the artist commemorated a decade since its inception with the release of a special, electric and raw live session from the Old Hairdressers in Glasgow.  Rumours is a perfect manifestation of the Brit-Era indie of…
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Get to Know Dublin-Born Folk Artist Galvo with His Debut Album ‘The HeARTist’

Galvo is a rising Dublin-born folk artist whose debut album The HeARTist has been turning heads. Fusing indie-folk storytelling with energetic beats, Galvo’s sound is unique and powerful. Lead single “Getting Better” has already made an impact with its official music video and profound message of inner peace.  Inspiration for the album came from Galvo’s…
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Shawney Rainne Releases EP Alter Ego – a Must-Listen for Fans of R&B and Pop

Today, we are excited to announce the release of highly-talented up-and-coming RnB Pop Star Shawney Rainne’s much-anticipated EP Alter Ego, releasing on May 19th, 2023.  The alluring 3-track project is sure to prove to industry heavy hitters that Shawney Rainne has what it takes to make it big. The EP’s lead single, Daddy Issues, captures…
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How to Master Home Studio Recording with Alan Dweck

As he takes the reins in sound engineering and recording, Alan Dweck is making his dream of studio ownership come true.  Stepping into the exclusive realm of bespoke property development, Alan is bringing to life a 17th century cottage in Wiltshire, transforming it into a top-of-the-line recording facility. His inspiring initiative has been documented in…
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Unboxing Don Laka’s Powerful Artistry – 50 Years of Music Success

South Africa’s music industry has always been bolstered by a wealth of talent, but few can match the legendary Don Laka. The Kwai Jazz maestro, undoubtedly one of the greatest musical icons in South African history, has just completed a 50 year journey of musical production, composition, collaboration, achievement and innovation.  To celebrate this incredible…
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Building a Home Studio: Follow Alan Dweck on His Home Recording Journey.

Alan Dweck has been pushing boundaries in music for a while now, but his latest project is definitely something special. The multi-genre prog-rock musician has taken recording into his own hands, literally, by transforming an entire 17th century Wiltshire cottage into a state of the art music studio.  The docu-webseries, titled ‘Building A Home Studio’,…
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 Blindness & Light’s Enchanting Debut Album is a Throwback to the Post Punk Scene

With the upcoming release of their self-titled album, Blindness & Light are ushering in the resurgence of the post-punk and indie music that dominated the 80s music scene. Influenced by the likes of Joy Division, The Smiths and Radiohead, the 8-track album showcases Blindness & Light’s emotive and vulnerable style of music made palpable through…
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Emika Love: Becoming an Artist and Director at 19 Years Old

Emika Love is an emerging artist who has utilized her creativity to craft a unique sound and style.  From her dreams to her leadership in school projects, Love has developed a passion for music and production.  With her latest release, “Bad Day Not Life”, Love has crafted a feel-good, groovy, and dancing track produced by…
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John Fishell is determined to bring rock music back to life, and his new album ‘We’ve Got a Live One’ is the perfect way to do just that. How would you describe your songwriting process? “An unorganised cluster.  Imagine a tense meeting between the VP of Lyric Construction, the Chief Harmony Officer, the Recording/Engineering Department,…
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Clíodhna Ní Aodáin’s “Full Circle – Cellos for Trees”: A Musical Tree from Seed to Crown

Plant 10,000 Trees with Clíodhna Ní Aodáin environmental regeneration. Clíodhna Ní Aodáin’s new single, “Full Circle – Cellos for Trees”, is a call to action to plant 10,000 trees – an initiative started by Clíodhna and Brenda Neece, founder of The Cello Museum.  This beautiful multi-track cello piece provides a part for everyone, from beginners…
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