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Scarlett Kirwan
Scarlett is a pop-folk singer songwriter hailing from the Isle of Axholme,
within the North Lincolnshire countryside. Scarlett spent her childhood always humming and singing, and creating her own musical chaos. Scarlett first picked up a guitar at the age of 11, and within months she’d graced the stage of a local folkclub.
Scarlett’s music is a blend of pop and folk-exploring both elements of the genres in her own uniqueway. Her songs and live performances are marked by her “magical voice”, and her marvellous melodies. Sincestarting her musical career, Scarlett has ventured to multiple cities performing in bars, music venues, festivals and various stages.
At the tender age of 13, Scarlett released her first original song ‘Sweet Home’:
this bloomed her love for songwriting. Much of Scarlett’s inspiration for her music comes from iconic artists suchas Joni Mitchell and Florence Welch.
When it comes tosongwriting, Taylor Swift is a big influence due to her
poetic writing and relatability.
Sean Jeffery
Sean Jeffery has been writing music since he borrowed a friend's Casio synthesizer in the late 1980s and recorded songs onto an old reel-to-reel recorder given to him by a family friend.
The start of the millennium saw his early project Invention5 playing a live, unplugged set for Kerrang! Radio, and an audition in Liverpool as new vocalist for INXS. And then in 2008 his power rock trio Epsilon Red played live for BBC Introducing at their radio studio near the River Severn in Worcester, with Chris Daniels on drums, Jez Cole on "lead bass", and Sean on guitar and vocals.
Five years later, Sean's next band Hitchhiker played a live set for BBC Introducing in Upton upon Severn, following this up with an acoustic support for the Moody Blues at the LG Arena.
Now a solo artist and full time gigging musician, Sean released his first album Break The Surface in 2023, and he's giving it away for free at www.seanjeffery.uk. Comparatively is the first song off his new album, which should be finished during 2025.
Shirley Barr
Shirley Barr may be late to the table, but her recently discovered passion for compelling songwriting and performance shows she's earned her place.
Quirky, insightful, and sumptuously layered, she melds beautiful melodies
with novel lyrics to create soundscapes that leave you wanting more.
September 2024 saw the release of her debut EP, Begin Began Begun.
"What a fabulous record by Shirley and the matching video! Beautiful." Mike Scott (The Waterboys)
“Shirley’s songwriting is intricate and understated. Her delivery is gentle and genuine, her sense of musicianship makes it hard to believe she has only been in the business for a relatively short time. “ Ewan MacPherson (Hushman, Salt House, Shooglenifty)
“Shirley is a cool new voice on the roots side of the Scottish
music scene. Bound for greatness I’d say!” Mattie Foulds (Caribou Recording)
S1LK (Samuel Khanna)
I'm Samuel Khanna (my stage name is S1LK) and i have been playing piano
and guitar from the age of 5!
One of my greatest musical achievements was getting my song 'fell for you' into the finals of the song academy
young songwriter competition.
My inspirations are Elmiene, Simon Servida, Solomon,
and James Vickery.
Silver Sonic
Silver Sonic is a blues based rock n roll band from the greater Philadelphia area of Pennsylvania. Bringing you classic 70s riff rock, blended with a slight modern touch, but keeping with all the groove and attitude you
want from some good old throw back rock.
Skinny Lister
Since 2009, London-formed crew Skinny Lister have been at the forefront
of first-rate folk/punk in the UK.
Given its mastering polish at the iconic Abbey Road Studios by Frank Arkwright, their last effort ‘Shanty Punk’ saw the band delivering their most autobiographical and arguably most definitive Skinny Lister album yet. A concept album all about the myths and madness that have have defined Skinny Lister themselves, it was warmly received by The Morning Star who praised in a 5* review.
As the band’s career continues to see them passing the growing flagon of their experiences with every album and tour. They’ve led an endless parade gathering fans old and new, from the respected folk circuit to the riotous Download Festival, igniting pogoing mosh-pits at each. Over the past ten years they’ve travelled from rain-soaked London to the vast arteries of the USA, upgrading from narrow boat to Salty Dog Cruise, played huge tours across Europe and North America and headlined themselves across festivals, sweatboxes and ever-larger venues. Performing with some of music’s most tenacious live acts from Dropkick Murphys to Frank Turner, Boy George to Beans on Toast to The Bouncing Souls, not to mention reigniting their US fanbase with an epic tour across America
with Flogging Molly in 2023; Skinny Lister’s formidable live
rep more than proceeds them.
Spencer James
(For his 2025 tour dates, please click "See More Spence")
Spencer James has been the Lead Vocalist and Guitarist with the sixties legends “The Searchers” for the last 37 years, before their retirement in 2019.
During that time Spencer has been busy touring with his own band "The Spencer James Band".
Spencer and the rest of The Searchers reunited for a reunion tour for 2023 and now 2024. They have performed in just about every prestigious venue in the world including Wembley Stadium (with Sir Cliff Richard), National Indoor Arena (millennium New Year with Sir Cliff), London Palladium, Royal Albert Hall, Madison Square Gardens, including tours of: Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong, U.S.A. Canada, Europe, Middle East, Las Vegas, and remained hugely popular throughout this time.
Spencer James was also a member of the band called “THE FIRST CLASS” which gave Spencer his first big hit with a song called “Beach Baby” in 1974. They appeared on many TV shows ie:
Top of the Pops and Lift off with Aysha, also many European Television shows.
Continuing with the legacy of The Searchers, Spencer now presents
'The Searchers Experience’ with his backing band - a show which recreates some of the magic from a band which successfully spanned over five decades.
The show offers all the hits and more of The Searchers’ live show,
presented with all the personality that Spencer
is known and loved for.
Brand New Album OUT NOW!
The Searchers Experience & Spence are back with a brand new album
featuring live versions of some of their most popular hit songs.
To purchase the new album (and others), please click the pic
to visit Spence's site!
Hear Spencer James weekdays from 4pm to 5pm
Steve Hewitt
Introducing Kent singer-songwriter Steve Hewitt who is pleased to announce the release of his 'Cold World' single.
The mid tempo Country-leaning track is the first offering from the British artist's forthcoming album 'Never Two Days The Same'.
The boldly honest and relatable 'Cold World' spotlights the darker side of our reality and human nature. Hewitt observes through his own eyes the pervasive existence of conflict, distorted moral values, betrayal and personal suffering.
Understated studio production compliments his desire for rustic simplicity
as he delivers the universal message of the song through his soulful vocal tone, melodic phrasing and hook-lines.
The independent artist from Edenbridge in Kent (England) embarks upon a new chapter of his creative journey. With numerous festival appearances, support slots and tours already under his belt, he continues to thrive upon his status as a promising talent on the UK music scene. Hewitt has re-united with his debut album producer Paul West Productions for his latest collection of material shaping the crowd-funded 'Never Two Days The Same' LP. Before the long-awaited sophomore album drops in the new year, more singles shall be unveiled as he pushes forward with his acoustic-rooted and genre blurring approach to his artistry.
'Cold World' was released on 18th Oct 2024
and is available on digital platforms.