Micky is a singer-songwriter from London, who’s performed professionally as an actor since he was in small trousers and plimsoll shoes.
His acting pursuits have taken him around the globe in various productions and some closer to home in London’s west-end.
Songwriting and performing his own material has always been his first love and he is now taking the plunge and intends to make his mark in today’s music industry.
Micky’s brass clad, style of indie pop has a well-balanced mix of intoxicating vocal melodies, fast-paced and quick-witted lyrics which are a must hear for music lovers of any genre, with an almost urban element to his vocals, think Jamie T mixed with Maverick Sabre, with a hint of Ray Davis and a pinch of Damon Albarn’s observant wit and you’re not far off.
Following on from Micky’s debut release “Run With Me” which is available on iTunes and had rave reviews and airplay on countless radio stations including BBC London, Micky is now set to release a Christmas single “No Bells This Christmas” which is available now.
Ultimately Micky’s passion is to entertain, whether that be a small intimate setting for a crowd of 50, or selling out Wembley Stadium, or preferably Loftus Road, home of his beloved Queens Park Rangers it makes no odds.
Either way, Micky Diana is definitely a name to look out for in 2018 and beyond.
With Micky Diana’s quick-witted lyrical prowess and intoxicatingly catchy hooks and melodies out in full force once more.
LINKS:
https://facebook.com/michaeldiana01
https://youtube.com/channel/UCuEIsMnaQhs4HonLA7ikPpQ
https://twitter.com/michaeldiana01
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Swansea Sound – Live at Rough Trade East
Swansea Sound has given us the absolute privilege of premiering what this world so desperately needs at this very moment: a live show! What makes this show so very, very special is the fact that this is purely from the perspective of the audience. Capturing every moment from the perspective of those in the crowd. Each song captured in it’s own unique live environment, as they were meant to be heard. And what makes this such a breath of fresh air is that this not only gives me that tingly feeling when I see a great band live, but it fills my heart with hope. We are leaving the pandemic behind. No matter what you hear or see on the news. Life is going on. And, people are enjoying it. They are into that sound. That live sound. That Swansea Sound!
About The Show…
Swansea Sound play six songs from their debut album ‘Live At The Rum Puncheon’, live at Rough Trade East, London, 10 December 2021.
Filming was by audience members. On their phones, for their own personal use. They didn’t know we would ask them to send in their snippets, or that they would be used in this way.
The film is scruffy, witty, anti-corporate fun. Just like the band itself.
Swansea Sound live are: Hue Williams, Ian Button, Rob Pursey, Robert Rotifer and Amelia Fletcher. They are playing more shows in 2022:
- Friday 4th February – Bristol, Zed Alley
- Saturday 5th February – Newport, Le Pub
- Friday 18th February – St Leonards, The Piper
- Saturday 19th February – London, Hope and Anchor
- Friday 4th March – Manchester, The Talleyrand
- Saturday 5th March – Leicester, Firebug
The album was released on 19th November 2021 by:
SKEP WAX (Vinyl, CD, Bandcamp)
LAVENDER SWEEP (Cassette)In North America, it is released by:
HHBTM (Vinyl, CD)
AUSTIN TOWN HALL (Cassette)In Indonesia, it is released by:
SHINY HAPPY RECORDS (Cassette)In Japan, it is released by:
HAYABUSA LANDINGS (CD)The album will not be released on streaming sites.
You can buy the album here: https://linktr.ee/skepwax or www.swanseasound.bandcamp.com.
LINKS:
https://www.facebook.com/swanseasound
https://swanseasound.bandcamp.com
https://www.instagram.com/soundswansea
https://twitter.com/SoundSwansea -
Holy Wars (ft. NOCTURN) – Tainted Love
Holy Wars has released their new video for their rendition of Soft Cell’s classic ‘Tainted Love’. This time with the assistance of producer Nocturn. that initial listen lends to the fact that we do indeed live in darker times. This is a creatively dystopian and electronically original take on such a recognized track that it really, on some levels, becomes a Holy Wars track. This is an accomplishment because, let’s face it, re-recording ‘Tainted Love’ is a bold move because of the instant recognition. Holy Wars does it the right way with said dystopia and highlighting the strong points of themselves: Kats vocals, Nick’s musicianship, and Nocturn’s production. With that coming together you have a re-envisioning and not a simple remake.
The video becomes a vessel for this. That slow burn and buildup found mainly in the movies we talk about the next day. That signature vision from signature visionaries on a mission to make realism into the relevance and show the beauty in the beat.
Check out our other features with Holy Wars HERE.
Tainted love song credits:
- Song by Holy Wars
- Produced by Nocturn
- Vocals: Kat Leon
- Guitar: Nick Perez
- Mixed by George Dum
Tainted love video credits
- Directed by: Diego Vicentini
- DP/Colorist: Horacio Martinez
- Steadicam: Carlos “MacGyver” Rosas
- 1stAC: Gabriela Perez
- Gaffer: Carlos Suarez
- KeyGrip: Manchin Hsiung
- MUA: Jessica Hoagland
- Production Assistants: Freangel Pacheco
- BTS: Francisco Dominguez/Sabrina Ruocco
- Gear supplied by Panny Hire LA
- Shot at Schecter Guitar Research in LA
About Holy Wars
Holy Wars was founded in early 2017 by frontwoman Kat Leon (Sad Robot) and co-creator Nicolas Perez (The Beta Machine, Kitten, Sad Robot). The feel and sound of Holy Wars are intense, dark, and honest. The birth of Holy Wars began after a terrible loss, the sudden death of both Leon’s parents in 2015. During a time of shock and sadness, music would be the best form of healing for Leon and her pain would be written into a 6 song dedication to her parents titled ‘Mother Father’. Leon found her rebirth and Holy Wars was born.
Holy Wars’ live debut was in front of a packed audience at the Echoplex in Feb 2017. The response from that live show resulted in multiple bookings and music blog reviews stating Holy Wars was the band to watch (LA Times, Grimy Goods, Alternative Press, Huffington Post and more).
The twisting chord progressions Holy Wars employs might at times call to mind Radiohead circa OK Computer; the band’s canon fire riffs and soaring melodies could be likened to the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. It is as punk in attitude as it is as melodic and precise in musicality.
Kat was added to the “Women Who Rule/Best of Music 2017” list by the Huffington Post.
“…a distinctly heavy synth-rock sound that’s somewhere between Siouxsie and Suicide with a modern production sheen.”
Los Angeles Times“Hearing Holy Wars on a stream is one thing, but seeing the band perform live is a whole other experience. Kat Leon is an enchanting performer, full of emotional and physical movement — something that needs to be witnessed live.”
Grimy Goods“Orphan” is a gripping, mesmerizing number that merges elements of doom rock with the cinematic goth-rock of Kate Bush and Chelsea Wolfe. The searing guitars, hardened rhythms, and Leon’s soaring vocals form a wall of sound that pounds on your chest again and again. While the music is dark and heavy, it is a reflection of the pain and anger of a woman who has lost her heart and soul and is now alone. Her lyrics are emotional and hard-hitting”
The Revue“We’ve had the pleasure of catching (and reporting) on two Holy Wars shows in 2017, but without the knowledge or history behind the music. In both instances, we were captivated by the energy that this band fed its audience. The energy was electric: intense and visceral. However, knowing all of the pain and healing that Kat put into writing the music, and seeing her embody all of those emotions on stage, amplifies that energy 10 fold.”
Blurred CultureLINKS:
https://www.holywarsmusic.com
https://www.facebook.com/HolyWarsMusic
https://holywars.bigcartel.com
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dTOWcCL0cYviin0Uz1lj4?si=g4oe1jMzQA67awHSFaBa6Q
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/holy-wars/987826411
https://instagram.com/holywarsmusic
https://twitter.com/holywarsmusic
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKpgMRG6ocgGYRS750lo0LA
https://www.iamkatleon.com
https://www.instagram.com/iamkatleon
https://www.facebook.com/iamkatleon
https://twitter.com/iamkatleon
https://soundcloud.com/iamkatleon -
Storms – Undress
‘Undress’ is the 2nd of 3 new tracks the band is releasing over the summer. The song, according to guitarist Felix Howes, is about “ the stagnation of a couple’s relationship and the things you will try in hopes of reviving its past glory.” Once again the band has created a video to accompany the song.
The previously released song ‘Swell’ has so far reached almost 5000 views on YouTube and is fast becoming a live favorite. The 3rd song in the summer trilogy is expected to drop in late September, which we are still calling summer! Having forged their reputation with a string of exciting gigs in and around the capital, the band have quickly built up a strong word of mouth following.
Late in 2013 Storms hit the road with Broken Hands and played a bunch of UK dates, which marked their debut British tour.
LINKS:
http://www.facebook.com/stormsofficial
http://www.twitter.com/stormsband
http://www.soundcloud.com/stormsband