Stream: Scratch My Progress Vol. 12
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by Aaron Cunningham
6d ago
For yet another year, four artists provide concrete proof of the success of the Oh Yeah‘s talent development programme. Scratch My Progress has been providing invaluable experience for a selected group of artists for the past twelve years, with the Oh Yeah providing workshops, showcases, studio time and continued guidance to the four artists. The culmination of that is the Scratch My Progress release, with four tracks by the four artists: Garrett Laurie, HY:LY, Martha Greer & beat up car. Garrett Laurie‘s ‘No Warning’ is another step in his unique songwriting voice. A song about queer rela ..read more
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International Women’s Day: Inspired By
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by Robert Brown
2w ago
To mark International Women’s Day we asked seven of our favourite artists to talk about the women in music who have inspired them. Each offer up an incredible insight into what inspires them as artists alongside some beautiful photography. Aoibha – Photography by Aaron Cunningham AOIBHA – Inspired by Norah Jones Music was a big part of my childhood. This was largely thanks to my dad, who was always singing in the car and showing me his favourite music from the 1970s and 1980s. Although we listened to a wide variety of music, the usual suspects were artists like Norah Jones, Van Morrison, Joni ..read more
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Introducing: #129 – The Capris
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by Robert Brown
3w ago
When Chordblossom came into existence, it was always our aim to shine a spotlight on the artists and bands that make up the music scene in Northern Ireland. We’ve been doing it for over ten years now and one of our favourite methods is our Introducing feature. Put the kettle on, curl up on your sofa and and join us for a quickfire Q&A with some of our favourite new musicians. Who knows, maybe you’ll even discover your new favourite artists. This iteration of Introducing features the musical talents of The Capris who just released their new single ‘No Valve’. What was the inspiration b ..read more
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No Fixed Abode: #19
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by Robert Brown
3w ago
We love to focus our attention on musicians and bands from Northern Ireland, we receive submissions from all over the world. Our No Fixed Abode feature shines a light on artists and bands from further afield that we think you should hear. NINA x Radio Wolf – Bluesbreaker A collaboration between German NINA and Canadian Radio Wolf delivers a pulsating result. ‘Bluesbreaker’ is dark and punchy. Led by some interesting and hypnotic SFX and a memorable riff, the vocals bring things home perfectly. There is a lot of energy here and felt on the scale of later Muse efforts. Stay till the end for the ..read more
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Gig Guide: 1st – 15th March 2024
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by Amy Porter
3w ago
Our fortnightly gig guide picks out a handful of must see gigs taking place across Northern Ireland. It’s that time of year when the sun has started to make an appearance (slightly) and live music is back in motion.  Moon Landing with Tomcat – Ulster Sports Club, Belfast – 3rd March 2024 Champion of Kickstart 2023, Moon Landing are set for a massive live year, commencing with a full-band headline alongside newly formed pop-punk 4-piece Tomcat as well as a surprise guest support. Join as Moon Landing take you on a journey of soothing soundscapes comprised of an indie attitude and serene st ..read more
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Best of Irish – February
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by Aaron Cunningham
3w ago
Every month sees more and more great Irish music released to the world. Aaron Cunningham and Martha Greer select some of their favourite releases of last month, including cover artist Lemoncello. All found in our rotating playlist. Lemoncello – Harsh Truths Fresh from signing to Claddagh Records, Dublin based duo Lemoncello released their first single in two years with ‘Harsh Truths’. Their matched voices are entwined round their elemental, melodic folk which is built around finger picked guitar and textured cello. The first hint a big year for Lemoncello. AC Niamh Regan – Madonna P ..read more
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Influences Mixtape: Charlie Hanlon
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by Aaron Cunningham
1M ago
Still only 19, Charlie Hanlon has been releasing music for four years. The Downpatrick songwriter released his latest and first of 2024, ‘Godsend’, this month. His knack for a feel-good indie track continues unabashed, with sharp guitars and strong bass underpinning a strong singalong reprise. One that seems ripe for a big live performance, Hanlon plays The Union Bar, Belfast tomorrow night. Ahead of the show, we asked Hanlon to give some insight into the music that’s been influencing his songwriting. CMAT – Mayday I love this song, and CMAT in general is such an important artist to me. I reme ..read more
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Introducing: #128 – Franklin
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by Robert Brown
1M ago
When Chordblossom came into existence, it was always our aim to shine a spotlight on the artists and bands that make up the music scene in Northern Ireland. We’ve been doing it for over ten years now and one of our favourite methods is our Introducing feature. Put the kettle on, curl up on your sofa and and join us for a quickfire Q&A with some of our favourite new musicians. Who knows, maybe you’ll even discover your new favourite artists. This iteration of Introducing features the musical talents of Franklin who just released their new single ‘Bebby’. What was the inspiration behind ..read more
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Track by track: Orchids – Orchids
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by Aaron Cunningham
1M ago
Never one for sitting still, Michael Smyth (Virgins, THVS) found himself with nine recorded but unfinished songs in need of vocals. Written with a female voice in mind, Smyth reached out to a number of female and non-binary vocalists to collaborate and finish the tracks. The result is Orchids, a project that brings a number of the North’s strongest vocalists to these alt-rock creations, which also feature bass from Emma Rose and drums from Matthew Milner. Melyssa Shannon (Wynona Bleach), Rebecca Dow (Virgins), Daisy Johnston, Frances Ellen (Effie, Loris), Clodagh May and Siânna Lafferty (Tramp ..read more
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AVA Festival 2024 Line-up
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by Robert Brown
1M ago
AVA hits the heady milestone of ten years in 2024 and they’ve put together a worthy line-up to celebrate it. This year the event will take place on 31 May and 1 June 2024. Born in a Belfast warehouse ‘T13’ ten years ago, as a way to develop, celebrate and amplify electronic music & visual arts, AVA is now an international event for electronic music lovers globally. Gone is the warehouse location, instead music lovers can enjoy a visual and audio spectacle in the shadow of the Titanic building and Samson & Goliath. World-class duo BICEP will deliver their experimental CHROMA A/V set, a ..read more
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