Come On Gang Begin UK Tour Tonight

by nfs on September 3, 2010
Edinburgh’s Come On Gang start their UK tour this evening in Girvan ahead of the release of their fantastic new single, “Fortune Favours The Brave” on 10th Sept with a special launch party at The Caves, Edinburgh.
To coincide with single party and tour, ‘Fortune Favours The Brave’ is available for Free Download from Friday 10th Sept here: http://comeongang.co.uk/fortune
As if that wasn’t enough, the first 200 people down to the party in The Caves will get their paws on a limited edition, hand made CD single!
Get your tickets / more info on the Launch by clicking below:
“Fortune Favours The Brave” is the incredible new single from Edinburgh trio Come On Gang! set for release 10th September 2010. Formed at Edinburgh College of Art in 2007, they’ve clocked up an impressive number of festival appearances including T In The Park, Rockness, The Great Escape, Reading and Leeds and SXSW as well as regular airplay on BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio Scotland, XFM, TV appearances and 5 star reviews across the board. They’ve also performed alongside the likes of Noisettes, Florence & The Machine, Doves, White Lies, Glasvegas and Mumford & Sons.
“Fortune Favours The Brave” is the lead single from their debut album which was recorded with acclaimed producer Paul Savage (Franz Ferdinand, The Phantom Band, Arab Strap and Mogwai).
You can catch Come On Gang in the following towns:
City
Venue
Date
Girvan
Z1 Bar
Fri 3rd Sept 2010
Aberdeen
Snafu
Thurs 9th Sept 2010
Edinburgh
The Caves
Fri 10th Sept 2010
Dundee
Dukes Corner
Sat 11th Sept 2010
Glasgow
Captain’s Rest
Tues 14th Sept 2010
Inverness
Hootanannys
Fri 17th Sept 2010
Aviemore
Bridge Inn
Sat 18th Sept 2010
Bathgate
The Attic
Sun 19th Sept 2010
Island of Eigg, Inner Hebrides
Away Game Festival
Sat 25th Sept 2010
London
Club Fandango
Tues 28th Sept 2010
Dublin
Whelans
Fri 8th Oct 2010
Belfast
Laverys Bar
Sat 9th Oct 2010
Feel free to contact us for more info: hello@newfoundsound.co.uk

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The Scotsman Under The Radar – Sept 10

by nfs on September 2, 2010

Steven Milne, Away Game, Loopallu, Aerials Up, Miller Filtered Music and more:

Steven Milne (pictured)

Words: Olaf Furniss and Derick Mackinnon, copyright The Scotsman Newspaper

Steven Milne, Scotsman Track of the Month Sept 10

STEVEN Milne wears a lot of different hats. He’s lead singer of local Aberdeen heroes, The Little Kicks, a booker, a DJ and he also runs his own indie club night, Dirty Hearts Club. He has also recorded his own fantastic solo album, Chasing Phantoms, which is set for release on Aberdeen label Bedford Records on 1 November.
Our track of the month is Best Of Times, a limited-edition single out at the end of September that displays the type of pop sensibility associated with Edwyn Collins. Steven has also racked up some impressive support slots as a solo artist, opening for Frightened Rabbit, Malcolm Middleton and Lightspeed Champion. Check out www.myspace.com/stevenmilnemusic for more.

Still in Aberdeen, three young music enthusiasts have recently released a free download compilation showcasing the best of emerging local talent from their city. The sampler, Hercules Moments: Vol. 1, includes Right Hand Left, The Lorelei, Gerry Jablonski, Eskimo Blonde, FiveFifteen, Only the Brave, Captain Face and Estrella. Visit www.herculesmoments.co.uk to download the album.

Fife’s Fence Collective, best known for Fence Records and their Home Game festival in Anstruther, are set to host the first Away Game on Eigg on 24 and 25 September. It will see the resident population of just 70 people swollen by 150 campers. Around 30 artists are performing, including King Creosote and Johnny Lynch, British Sea Power, Kid Canaveral, Found, Come On Gang!, Meursault, Over The Wall and Withered Hand. Visit www.fencerecords.com

Still up in the north west, Ullapool’s Loopallu festival www.loopallu.co.uk is stepping up its commitment to emerging Scottish talent with the announcement that Kassidy, Rachel Sermanni and James Mackenzie & The Aquascene have been added to the bill, which already includes Aberfeldy, Idlewild, Turin Brakes and The Magic Numbers. The event takes place from 17-18 September.

Aerials Up, release their new single Superglue at Glasgow’s King Tut’s on 18 September, which will be followed by a UK tour. They recently supported Paolo Nutini and featured on BBC 2 as a result www.myspace.com/aerialsup

Edinburgh’s amazing Hidden Orchestra (formerly known as Joe Acheson Quartet), release their Night Walks album on 20 September. Featuring two drummers and an atmospheric sound with a strong groove, the bands will be playing The Caves venue on 17 September, and performing a score they composed for the film Powaqqatsi at the Glasgow Film Theatre (25 September) and Edinburgh’s Filmhouse (27 September). Visit www.hiddenorchestra.com for details.

The Last Battle collective are set to launch their debut album, Heart of the Land, Soul of the Sea on 18 September at the Roxy Arthouse, with special guests Burnt Island and Matt Morris & The Moon completing the line-up. The album will be released via Edinburgh’s 17 Seconds Records. Visit www.myspace.com/thelastbattleuk

Innovative subscription service Ten Tracks has garnered a reputation for organising some fantastic events, including last month’s Doune The Rabbit Hole. The festival has spawned taster nights to take place in Glasgow’s Stereo on 9 September and Edinburgh’s Roxy Arthouse on 10 September. Visit www.tentracks.co.uk for more info.

Miller Genuine Draft launches their latest music initiative, Miller Filtered Music. The new series promises stripped back acoustic sets with one big headliner and a couple of emerging support acts. As shows are offering a big name act in the intimate surroundings of Oran Mor, shows sell out very quickly. The first show will see Pearl and The Puppets and The First Charge Of The Light Brigade open for The Doves in Glasgow on 2 September. See www.facebook.com/millerfilteredmusic

• Olaf and Derick run Scottish music scene social night Born To Be Wide. They’re taking a break in September but they will be back in October. See www.borntobewide.co.uk for more info

Visit www.scotsman.com/undertheradar/Under-the-radar.6501267.jp for full info and www.scotsman.com/undertheradar for more news

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Born To Be Wide Festival Photos

by nfs on September 1, 2010

Born To Be Wide is taking a break for September and returns at The Electric Circus on Thursday 7th October

In the meantime, click below and view some photos from Born To Be Wide’s Edinburgh Festival Night:

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Independents Day Mini Festival

by nfs on September 1, 2010

A new mini one day festival complete with its very own record shop comes to St Andrews on 19th September.

Mini One Day Festival in St Andrews

BandStAnd will put on a day of independent music for Independents Day. Featuring performances from Found, Kid Canaveral, The Last Battle, Jo Mango, The Oates field and more to be announced.

On top of some of the best new music around, the event also offers a chance for locals to purchase music from its very own, one day only Record Store Two things it’s said are missing from the area.

In addition to the emerging bands, the one off record shop, local Fife bakers, Fisher and Donaldson (who are also catering at the first Away Game Festival on Eigg) will be providing the food.
The event will take place at Barron Theatre on North Street, St Andrews.
So who’s playing then.

FOUND a new signing to Chemikal Underground Records, they’ve been on Fife’s Fence Records for a while now and have recently signed a publishing deal with Domino. Definitely not to be missed.

Kid Canaveral Locals from St Andrews having graduated at the University, they play this home show ahead of some excellent dates. They’ve just released their debut album ‘Shouting at Wildlife’, which BBC Radio 1 made album of the month.

The Last Battle a six piece from Edinburgh they are just about to release their debut album ‘Heart of the Land, Soul of the Sea’ on 18th September at the Roxy Art House, which is set for release on Edinburgh’s 17 Seconds Records.

Jo Mango
Signed to another independent Scottish label, Lo-five Jo also represents what the day is all about.
Jo has found herself collaborating with greats such as Vashti Bunyan, Norman Blake and Roddy Woomble

The Oates Field
Is another member of The Fence Collective. Alan Oates brings his years of song writing
under one name and one sound, for this intimate and fascinating show

More acts to be announced.

The Record Store is being stocked by:
Chemikal Underground Records

Fence Records and more independent record companies

Organisers are promising a mix of pop, folk, rock and electronic, and it will all take place within the intimate settings of The Barron Theatre on North Street, St. Andrews.

All music will be independent, celebrating what is known as ‘Independent’s Day’, in association with AIM (The Association of Independent Music).

The event runs from 4pm (tbc) till 10pm and is open to anyone. Starting with some acoustic sets right through to full bands later in the evening.

Tickets will be on sale soon.

Lots of live performances, music for sale from St Andrews only (for one day only) record store.
For more information visit www.myspace.com/thisisbandstand

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Free Music Training Sessions

by nfs on September 1, 2010
Free training sessions:
NFS received an interesting email from Jane at Jewel and Esk Valley College about some free training sessions on various topics including Online Marketing, Music, Film and TV, you may find it interesting:
E-BUSINESS: Online Marketing
2 September 2010; 5.30pm – 7pm; (Cost: FREE – How to Book: Contact 0844 736 2992 or eMail: customerservices@edinburghchamber.co.uk)
Where: Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce (www.edinburghchamber.co.uk/contact/directions.cfm)
In partnership with Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, we are pleased to be offering some further opportunities for business to get expert advice on all things E-Business related. This session helps you to develop an online marketing strategy that links to your offline one and helps build your business.

E-BUSINESS BUSINESS NETWORKING BREAKFAST: Business Networking and Social Networking
8 September 2010; 8am – 9.30am; (Cost: FREE incl. breakfast – How to Book: Contact 0844 736 2992 or eMail: customerservices@edinburghchamber.co.uk)
Where: Jewel & Esk College; Edinburgh Campus; eh15 (www.jec.ac.uk/find-us)
In partnership with Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, Stevenson College Edinburgh and Edinburgh Telford College, we are delighted to be having another of our Business Breakfast events. We all know about Facebook, Linked In and Twitter, but how can we get real advantage from social networking? Find out at this event where you can learn to use social networking for business while doing some traditional business networking at the same time!

J&E MASTERCLASS: Design as a Force for Good
23 September 2010; 2.30pm – 3.30pm; (Cost: FREE – How to Book: Contact 0131 344 7190 or eMail: janegrant@jec.ac.uk)
Who: Ian Farmer from Upright Creative (www.uprightcreative.com)
Where: Jewel & Esk College; Edinburgh Campus; CRE:8 (www.jec.ac.uk/find-us)
Ian Farmer has been in the design industry for 30 years working with a huge range of organisations from the private and public sector as well as acting as a mentor to many students. Come and hear about his work, and views on design.
E-BUSINESS: Google Analytics
5 October 2010; 5.30pm – 7pm; (Cost: FREE – How to Book: Contact 0844 736 2992 or eMail: customerservices@edinburghchamber.co.uk)
Where: Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce (www.edinburghchamber.co.uk/contact/directions.cfm)
In partnership with Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce this event is for companies that are using Google Analytics (or who wish to) to track their online traffic and wish to know how to interpret the data to improve marketing exposure
J&E MASTERCLASS: Music, Film and TV
21 October 2010; 2.30pm – 3.30pm; (Cost: FREE – How to Book: Contact 0131 344 7190 or eMail: janegrant@jec.ac.uk)
Who: Tony Kime
Where: Jewel & Esk College; Edinburgh Campus; CRE:8 (www.jec.ac.uk/find-us)
Tony Kime has undertaken every facet of music production in the studio and on outside broadcasts from balancing to editing, re-scoring, re-writing and producing television and film sound, as well as gramophone recordings, and radio programmes of all kinds. Come and hear about story in this practical studio based Masterclass.
OTHER DATES FOR YOUR 2010/2011 DIARY! – Details to follow…
Donald Getz Award for Research in Planned Events – 28-29 October 2010
Jewel & Esk College in partnership with Queen Margaret University
Feast: A Celebration of Scottish Regional Food – 2 April 2011
Jewel & Esk College | Edinburgh Campus | 24 Milton Road East | Edinburgh | EH15 2PP
*2kt+ is a partnership between eight of east of Scotland’s leading education establishments including Edinburgh Napier and Queen Margaret Universities and Carnegie, Edinburgh’s Telford, Jewel & Esk, Elmwood, Stevenson and Oatridge colleges.

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New Scottish Digital Label Eli and Oz

by nfs on September 1, 2010

New Digital Scottish Record Label – Eli and Oz

Eli and Oz New Scottish Digital Record Label

Eli and Oz is a new Scottish digital label started by Jen Anderson (Euphonios Records, Machine Management and Fiction Records) that is set to release the following 3 singles from now up until November:

Kobi Onyame: ‘Innercity Lights feat. Sixpeopleaway & Saukrates’ set for release on 27th September 2010

Otherpeople: ‘Hello’ set for release on 11th October 2010

Bear Bones: ‘Diving Bell’ set for release on 1st November 2010

Jen is set to release more unsigned Scottish talent over the next couple of years and has an excellent track record when it comes to supporting real talent, having previously released music for Unicorn Kid, MOPP, Kid Adrift on her Euphonious Label as well as the likes of Twin Atlantic, Kassidy, The Xcerts on King Tuts Recordings.

Jen is currently manager for Unicorn Kid and MOPP through Machine Management and scouts for Fiction Records. Jen was previously working as a booker for King Tuts.

For more information visit www.eliandoz.co.uk

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In The City announce special Student deal

by nfs on September 1, 2010

In The City, possibly the UK’s biggest music showcase event has announced a special £150 student package deal which includes accommodation for students from all over the UK. The event has also made some welcome changes with all venues to be used for seminars and showcases being relocated to Manchester’s Northern Quarter, so everything is within a 250 metre radius.

In The City takes place from Wed 13th – Fri 15th October 2010.

Email barriecunning@googlemail.com for student package details and visit www.inthecity.co.uk for full details

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Belladrum 2011 Tickets on Sale Now

by nfs on August 9, 2010

BELLA 2011 ON SALE FROM TUESDAY 10TH AUGUST

For those who missed out on Bella 2010 tickets or who just want to make sure of their 2011 tickets ( 5th & 6th August 2011) after this year’s record early sell-out can buy adult weekend tickets at £85 and campervan/caravan tickets at £25 (plus booking fee and postage) from tomorrow from www.thebooth.co.uk. Prices and transaction fees have been held at 2010 levels for a limited period and prior to the VAT rise which is due on 1st January. Hard tickets will be available and sent out to buyers well in time for Christmas.

Feeder, the Brit Award-nominated alternative rock band from Wales, headlined the Friday of the festival, and Glasgow’s Amy MacDonald, who has sold over 3 million albums and last played Bella in 2007, headlined the Saturday night.

Other acts that played to crowds over weekend included Eliza Doolittle, Badly Drawn Boy, The Divine Comedy, Bob Marley’s legendary Wailers, Candi Staton, the queen of southern soul; Brighton rock band the Levellers; local heroes Wolfstone; Barra’s The Vatersay Boys; band of the moment Stornoway, Erland and the Carnival, Alex Gardner, Young Fathers, Unicorn Kid, The Woodentops, folk legend Dick Gaughan, John Otway, The Dangleberries, Rachel Sermanni, Alex Gardener, The Lush Rollers, Martin Stephenson, Joe Cassidy, Nels Andrews, The Parsonage Choir and Beth Jeans Houghton.

Belladrum 2010 took place in the beautiful Highland surroundings of Belladrum Estate, near Beauly in Inverness-shire. The independent festival has built a reputation for its eclectic line-ups, its offbeat non-musical entertainments and its all-ages approach. The festival won a VisitScotland Thistle Award in 2009 and is a past winner of the Grassroots Festival Award at the UK Festival Awards, the festival industry’s ‘oscars’.

The festival is supported in 2010 by the Scottish Arts Council’s Youth Music Initiative*.

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Friday Night Live Final

by nfs on July 30, 2010

6 bands performing at Shanghai Club tonight 5pm. Best band will receive:

  • – Recording Session – courtesy of VERDEN STUDIOS
  • – Press & PR Campaign – courtesy of NEW FOUND SOUND
  • – Scottish Tour – courtesy of NEW FOUND SOUND & DETOUR SCOTLAND
  • – Music Video / Podcast – courtesy of DETOUR SCOTLAND
  • – Distribution / Promotion – courtesy of EMUBANDS
  • – Radio Session / Exposure – courtesy of LEITH FM

    • Visit Friday Night Live Facebook, post your Name and Number of guests on the Wall and gain 2-4-1 entry

    Friday Night Live Facbook

    Friday Night live at Shanghai

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    The Scotsman Under The Radar

    by nfs on July 29, 2010

    Admiral Fallow, Popcop, Festivals, New Studios and more:

    Photo: Luke G Joyce

    Words: Olaf Furniss and Derick Mackinnon, copyright The Scotsman Newspaper

    Admiral Fallow photo by Luke G Joyce

    This month, Glasgow six-piece Admiral Fallow created our Track of the Month. Their recent performance at T In The Park was outstanding.
    Subbuteo is taken from their incredible debut album Boots Met My Face scheduled for release on Lo-Five records in the autumn. The band play King Tuts tonight. Check out www.myspace.com/admiralfallow
    for full details.

    We were pleased to see the return of the excellent Popcop blog, after it was briefly shut down due to a mistake by its hosts, Google. As Scotland’s representative in the global Music Alliance Pact, which boasts 36 member sites, it has an important role to play by recommending Scottish artists to its foreign friends. Moreover, Popcop’s forum is a lively source of debate and the site has a great bunch of links. Visit the all new site at: www.thepopcop.co.uk

    Glasgow’s newly renovated studio space, House Practice Studios, is calling on bands to get in touch to perform at the venue launch in August. The owners aim to make the two sites into places bands can hang out, get advice and record in a relaxed space. Email: alan@housepractisestudios.com

    Festival season continues across Scotland and we are particularly excited by Doune The Rabbit Hole, taking place at Doune Castle on 30-31 July. Not only does it offer UTR favourites such as Meursault, Withered Hand and Rozi Plain, it has a retro twist with nouveaux mods Modus and Le Bof. Any money made will go to the charity, the National Deaf Children’s Society. www.dounetherabbithole.co.uk

    Up near Beauly on 6-7 August, the Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival features several Scottish artists including Edinburgh Ska masters Bombskare and local stars such as Rachel Sermanni and Colin MacIntyre, as well as Woodenbox With A Fistful of Fivers, Young Fathers, Unicorn Kid, Twin Atlantic and Amy MacDonald. www.tartanheartfestival.co.uk Belladrum is now Sold Out.

    Meanwhile the Greenside Hotel in Leslie will be hosting Gig In The Car Park on 7-8 August, with more than 40 emerging acts. The bill boasts a strong local presence, with Healthy Minds Collapse, Crayons, The Manikees, The Lost Generation, Tango In The Attic and Ambulances all on the bill. www.myspace.com/sundaylattepromotions

    The Wizard Festival takes place 30 miles outside Aberdeen on 27-28 August, with emerging stars Hip Parade, Roots System and Pearl & The Puppets joining Sandi Thom and the Happy Mondays. www.wizardfestival.com

    Back in the capital a huge range of events caters for all kinds of tastes in August, with most focusing heavily on local talent. The Edge www.theedgefestival.com is the largest and takes place across many city venues. Acoustic Edinburgh www.acousticedinburgh.com features an eclectic line up which includes an unplugged set by hip-hop act Stanley Odd.

    Taking place on 28-29 August, Retreat www.retreatfestival.co.uk in St Paul’s Church on Pilrig Street provides an excellent opportunity to hear some great local bands. Finally, the Forest Fringe www.forestfringe.co.uk will host a plethora of amazing talent throughout the month, as well as the electronica Ultrachip Festival on 21-22 August.

    l Olaf and Derick run Scottish music scene social night Born To Be Wide, which on 5 August will host a celebration of Edinburgh’s music scene at Electric Circus on Market Street, including competitions to win tickets for the various music festivals taking place in the city during August. See www.borntobewide.co.uk

    Visit www.scotsman.com/undertheradar/Under-the-Radar.6445290.jp for full info and www.scotsman.com/undertheradar for more news

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    Born To Be Wide’s Edinburgh Festival special

    by nfs on July 27, 2010
    Born To Be Wide
    Edinburgh Night
    Thurs 5th August
    The Electric Circus,
    36 Market Street, Edinburgh
    EH1 1DF
    BORN TO BE WIDE NIGHT TO CELEBRATE CAPITAL’S MUSIC SCENE

    Scotland’s leading music social club, Born To Be Wide [BTBW], is to host a special celebration of Edinburgh’s music scene with live previews by local bands and DJs selecting their favourite four tracks by acts from the capital.
    Taking place at the Electric Circus on Thursday 5 August, the night will feature ten-minute taster sets by acts performing at various music events taking place during the month. These include The Edge, Retreat, Acoustic Edinburgh, Forest Fringe and the Jazz Festival. Guests will also have the opportunity to win golden tickets in a capital music quiz.
    “Edinburgh’s music scene is more vibrant than it has been for a generation, and in August musicians will be challenging the dominance of theatre, comedy and mingers squeezing into corsets in the name of burlesque,” says BTBW co-organiser Olaf Furniss. “This is an excellent opportunity for both visitors and locals to catch some of the great acts who make things happen throughout the year and get a taste of the music events being hosted during the Fringe.”
    In addition to the live previews by artists including Meursault, Stanley Odd, Carrie Mac and Emily Scott – which will take place on the hour and half hour – key figures from the city’s scene will play their favourite records by Edinburgh bands.
    DJs include the owners of venues Cabaret Voltaire, Sneaky Pete’s and Electric Circus, the BBC’s Vic Galloway, Avalanche Record shop owner Kevin Buckle and the promoters of many of the month’s big music events.
    “The response has been amazing,” says Furniss. “All the musicians, event organisers and DJs invited to take part, said ‘yes.’ It is going to be great to have all these acts in one place and to hear what records end up being played.”
    Members of the public posting their favourite four tracks by Edinburgh acts on the BTBW Facebook page will be given a place on the guest list.
    Last August BTBW invited musicians and Fringe performers to play half-hour, Scottish-themed DJ sets where the genre was determined by a wheel of fortune. Guests included porn star Ben Dover selecting a half hour of Scottish rock, actor Tam Dean Burn choosing Scottish punk and veteran manager Bruce Findlay taking care for Scottish folk. In 2008 author Irvine Welsh and songwriter Kristin Hersh graced the decks playing a selection of their all-time favourite tracks.
    BORN TO BE WIDE
    EDINBURGH NIGHT
    £3/£2
    2000-0300hrs
    Thursday 5 August
    Electric Circus
    36 Market Street,
    Edinburgh
    EH1 1DF
    Tel 0131 226 4224
    LIVE PREVIEWS

    On the hour and half hour
    CONFIRMED DJS
    Muslim Alim [BBC], Tallah Brash [This Is Music / Lach’s Antihoot], Kevin Buckle [Avalanche Records], Jason Clarkson [Electric Circus], Dave Corbett [DF Concerts/The Edge Festival], Dave Cuming [Limbo], Sarah David [Cabaret Voltaire], Vic Galloway [BBC], Chris Knight [Astrojazz/Kelburn Garden Pary/Departure Lounge], John Paul Mason [Is This Music?], David Pollock [Journalist], Mark Robertson [Edinburgh International Festival], Colin Somerville [Broadcaster/Journalist], Ed Stack [Ten Tracks],
    Nick Stewart [Sneaky Pete’s], Jonathan Tait [Academy Of Music And Sound], Kevin Willliamson [Author/Broadcaster], Matthew Young [Song By Toad]
    Click below for tickets:
    Click photo below to view Photos from our Booking Agents seminar
    NOTE TO EDITORS
    Born To Be Wide was launched in February 2004 to provide a meeting place for those involved or interested in the Scottish music scene. A diverse range of musicians, journalists, promoters, label owners and friends of music, invited to play their all-time favourite records unless they were by Morrissey or Joy Division.
    Since April 2008 the night has hosted seminars covering subjects such as How To Get A Gig, Unveiling The Mind Of A Music Journalist, How To Get On The Radio, Music Management, and a Norwegian-special titled Play Norway. In February it celebrated its 6th birthday with a special German night which included a seminar, a live show by Berlin band Jeans Team and a DJ set by the Consul General.
    Born To Be Wide also organised the Wide Days conference and showcase event in Edinburgh on April 8, which included leading digital music experts, music lawyers and managers, as well as bringing together all of Scotland’s key festival promoters on one platform.
    Both events enjoy the support of the Musicians’ Union and the Youth Music Initiative [Scottish Arts Council].
    Contact: Olaf Furniss: olaf_furniss@yahoo.co.uk
    The Academy Of Music And Sound, which is sponsoring Born To Be Wide’s Edinburgh Night, was launched in 1994. It now covers seven locations across the UK, offering aspiring musicians the chance to study, practice and perform near to home. It specialises in teaching guitar, bass, drums and vocals, offering a variety of BTEC, HNC and degree courses, the majority of which are funded. Its management and administration team includes industry specialists, with expertise in record labels, tour management, promotions, media, music law and performing.
    Contact: Sarah Quinn, 1 Grassmarket, Edinburgh Tel 0131 656 0600 sarah.quinn@academyofmusic.ac.uk



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    Gig slots avail Glasgow and Edinburgh, Born To Be Wide, Festival and more

    by nfs on July 23, 2010
    Green Flame Consultancy (creators of The Mill etc) www.greenflameconsultancy.com, have asked us to let you all know one of the largest promoters in Scotland, PCL are looking for support acts at Captain’s Rest.

    If you are interested and available (ideally 10-14 days between each of your shows and the one you want at the Captain’s), then get in touch with bernadette@pclpresents.com with your details (mobile number and myspace link) and she’ll sort you out with a date
    Fri 30th July – (1 slot, Rock/Biffy-Esque)
    Mon 2nd Aug – (1 or 2 Acoustic or Folky bands)
    Wed 4th Aug – (3 similar bands needed)
    Thurs 5th Aug – (Indie / Rock ‘N’ Roll, Stones, Beatles, Kinks influenced)
    Fri 6th Aug – (Full bill needed, pref Rockabilly)
    Tues 10th Aug – (3 similar bands needed)
    Wed 11th Aug – (1 or 2 slots, New Wave, Electro)
    Fri 13th Aug – (Support slot with Pantha Du Prince, Experimental / Electronica)
    Tues 17th Aug – (3 similar bands needed)
    Thurs 19th Aug – (1 or 2 bands, Modern Rock)
    Sun 22nd Aug – (3 similar bands needed)
    Mon 23rd Aug – (3 similar bands needed)
    Mon 30th Aug – (2 or 3 slots, Modern Rock)
    Bernie also has some supports going for various shows late August – October, if you aren’t avail for any of the above drop her a line with your details for possible future slots
    House Practise Studios is a newly renovated recording and rehearsal studio which is set to open at two locations in Glasgow in the next few weeks. The studio aims to create a cultural hub for bands to meet, get advice, contacts as well as write and record in a relaxed space. Located centrally just minutes from St Enoch Tube Station on Dixon Street and in Glasgow’s East End within the Abercromby Business Centre, the studio is calling for bands to get in touch for the opportunity to perform at the launch gig in August. Email alan@housepractise.com with a link to your music to be considered. Click below for more info
    New York City’s longest running open mic / talent night, Lach’s Antihoot is coming to Edinburgh as part of the Festival. If you want to perform at the night that helped launch the careers of Regina Spektor, Beck, Jeffrey Lewis, and more simply drop by the Guilded Baloon during the day or Email the lovely Tallah with links to your Myspace and contact number:
    Slots availalbe from Wed 11th Aug to 29th (excluding Mondays and Wednesdays).
    Faces that have appeared over the years include Bob Dylan, Eddie Izzard, Myke Myers and a whole lot more
    Successful music social, Born To Be Wide has a celebratory Edinburgh festival edition planned on Thurs 5th August at the events new home The Electric Circus. The night will showcase artists performing throughtout the Festival at various nights, as well as giving a taster of all the nights taking place year round in the city. Guests confirmed so far include venue owners, promoters, Vic & Muslim from BBC and some of the hottest bands around
    Click photo for details
    Friday Night Live (supported by Verden Studios, New Found Sound, Detour Scotland, Jack Daniels, EmuBands, Eventzi, Leith FM and Bloodyhoney) last gig of the series takes place at Shanghai Club next week Fri 30th July with a recording, touring and promotional package on offer to the best band. Tickets can be obtained by clicking the ticket on the left. Bands wanting considered for the next series (Glasgow & Edinburgh) email a brief biog & myspace link to gigs@frankenstein-pub.co.uk

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    Bronto Skylift Single Release

    by nfs on July 22, 2010

    Bronto Skylift release and tour

    ON AUGUST 6TH BRONTO SKYLIFT RELEASE THEIR EXPLOSIVE FIRST SINGLE FROM THE ACCLAIMED ALBUM – THE WHITE CROW.

    WOLF WILL BE AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD FOR FREE ON 6TH AUGUST FROM
    www.brontoskylift.bandcamp.com

    THE DOWNLOAD INCLUDES EXCLUSIVE NEW ARTWORK AND LYRIC SHEET.

    BRONTO UPCOMING GIGS

    21st JULY – MADHATTERS (INVERNESS)

    22ND JULY – SNAFU (ABERDEEN)

    23RD JULY – GREENSIDE HOTEL (LESLIE)

    28TH JULY – KING TUTS SUMMER NIGHTS FESTIVAL (GLASGOW)

    12TH AUGUST – CAPTAIN’S REST SUPPORTING KONG (GLASGOW)

    13TH AUGUST – JAGER ROOM (STORNOWAY)

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    Second batch of acts confirmed for Loopallu

    by nfs on July 22, 2010

    Loopallu announces second batch of acts

    Loopallu is delighted to announce the second batch of acts appearing for it’s sixth outing in the west coast of Scotland’s picturesque village of Ullapool this September.

    First up we can confirm one of the most eagerly anticipated new acts in the UK (having only played 2 London shows to date), Mt Desolation will be joining us on the Saturday in the Big Top.

    Not only is this Alt-County group fronted by Tim Rice-Oxley and Jesse Quin (who are better known in their roles with Keane), their debut album due for release later this year also features performances from members of The Killers, Mumford & Sons, Noah And The Whale, The Long Winters and Pete Roe.

    Also added to the bill are the wonderful Aberfeldy who are set to release their third album ‘Somewhere to Jump From’ on August 23rd and rising traditional music stars Skerryvore.
    These acts join other recent announcements, Scottish indie heroes Idlewild, Turin Brakes who make their first ever Highland Festival appearance, BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards ‘Best Live Act’ (2010) nominee Adrian Edmondson and the Bad Shepherds, local favourites The Vatersay Boys and a touch of electronic folk from Silver Columns.

    The ‘Little Fest in the West’ has built up an amazing reputation over the past five years, becoming the perfect way to say farewell to the festival season.

    Situated in the pretty fishing village of Ullapool, on the shores of Loch Broom in the North West Highlands Loopallu is a weekend for all. With activities for all ages and music for all ears, it’s been described as a family gathering you’d actually like to go to!

    Fantastic local food and drink aplenty along with the now legendary late night fringe throughout the village, which last year included impromptu performances from the likes of Mumford and Sons, promises to make Loopallu yet again the perfect way to finish your festival season.

    Ticket prices have been held at last years prices, with Weekend tickets at £55 and Weekend and Camping at £70. Weekend & Camping ticket holders wishing to bring campervans and caravans which will be charged £25 per vehicle. As, since the beginning, tickets for children 12 & under will be free (though need to be accompanied by an adult).

    Tickets are available:

    In person from North West Outdoors, Ullapool; The Ironworks and Mania, Inverness; Beyond The Waterfall, Dingwall;

    Online at: The Booth www.thebooth.co.uk ,
    Ticketmaster www.ticketmaster.co.uk ,
    See Tickets www.seetickets.com and
    Skiddle www.skiddle.com

    Telephone (24 hours) 0844 2774321 or 0871 2302360
    Loopallu announces second batch of acts

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    Live music tonight at Frankenstein

    by nfs on July 16, 2010

    Talented bunch tonight at Friday Night Live, Frankenstein, 16th July 2010, downstairs bar

    Sebastian Dangerfield, Six Storeys High, Edward & The Itch and June Buggy

    Friday Night live at Frankenstein

    Guest list entry email: gigs@frankenstein-pub.co.uk

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    Aerials Up at T In The Park Tonight

    by nfs on July 11, 2010

    Aerials Up, onstage at T In The Park, BBC Introducing Stage, today at 8pm

    Aerials Up Tour Dates Below, click for FREE download of their excellent single, ‘Stay Awake’:

    Aerials Up at T In The Park, BBC Introducing Stage

    Visit Aerials Up official T In The Park / BBC page by clicking photo below:
    Aerials Up at T In The Park, BBC Introducing Stage

    Visit www.musicglue.com/aerialsup for a Free download of the bands single ‘Stay Awake’ and www.aerialsup.com for more info

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    Born To Be Wide Booking Agents Photos

    by nfs on July 9, 2010

    Please have a look at photos from Born To Be Wide’s recent Booking Agents event at Electric Circus last Thursday, Video to follow shortly. All photos by Dom Holt:

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    Born To Be Wide

    by nfs on June 29, 2010
    Born To Be Wide
    Booking Agents Seminar
    Thurs 1st July
    The Electric Circus,
    36 Market Street, Edinburgh
    EH1 1DF
    JASON EDWARDS ADDED TO BOOKING AGENT PANEL

    Scotland’s leading music scene social night, Born To Be Wide, is pleased to announce the addition of Jason Edwards to the booking agent seminar at Edinburgh’s Electric Circus on July 1. Edwards, who has been running his Glasgow-based The Art Of… is set to move to Brighton based 13 Arists which represents Radiohead, Arctic Monkeys and many more high profile artists.
    He will join Lisa Whytock from Scotland’s largest agency, Active Events, Alex Lloyd from Mainstage Artists and Joanna Ashmore who is part of the London-based ITB which represents Guns N Roses, Aerosmith, Biffy Clyro as well as new Scottish artists like Aaron Wright and Mitchell Museum.
    “A good booking agent can help boost an artist’s profile on the live circuit and help secure festival slots,” says Born To Be Wide co-organiser, Derick Mackinnon. “This is the first time in many years that such a seminar has been hosted in Scotland and it will provide an invaluable opportunity to find out about how this crucial part of the business works.”
    The agents will describe what the job involves, what musicians should look for in an agent and what they need to be aware of if they decide to book their own gigs. It will also aim to provide an insight into what is involved in getting festival slots and tour dates.
    For people travelling from further afiled, it’s worth noting that Edinburgh has a number of reasonably priced hostels, directly opposite Electric Circus www.st-christophers.co.uk/edinburgh-hostels rooms start from just £6.90 for a mixed dorm.
    Thursday 1 July
    Electric Circus
    36 Market Street,
    Edinburgh
    EH1 1DF
    Tel 0131 226 4224
    1930-2130 – SEMINAR
    BOOKING AGENTS
    £4.50 / £3 Musicians Union / £2 for16/17 years olds
    Joanna Ashmore [ITB]
    Alex Lloyd [Mainstage Artists]
    Lisa Whytock [Active Events]
    Jason Edwards [The Art Of... / 13 Artists]
    2130-LATE – SELF INDULGENT DJ SETS
    FREE
    The seminar guests take turns to play their favourite records [unless they are by The Smiths/Morrissey or Joy Division]
    Tickets: click below or in person from Avalanche Records, Cockburn Street, Edinburgh:
    Click photo below to view our Music PR seminar
    NOTE TO EDITORS

    Born To Be Wide was launched in February 2004 to provide a meeting place for those involved or interested in the Scottish music scene. A diverse range of musicians, journalists, promoters, label owners and friends of music, invited to play their all-time favourite records unless they were by Morrissey or Joy Division.
    Since April 2008 the night has hosted seminars covering subjects such as How To Get A Gig, Unveiling The Mind Of A Music Journalist, How To Get On The Radio, Music Management, and a Norwegian-special titled Play Norway. In February it celebrated its 6th birthday with a special German night which included a seminar, a live show by Berlin band Jeans Team and a DJ set by the Consul General.
    Born To Be Wide also organised the Wide Days conference and showcase event in Edinburgh on April 8, which included leading digital music experts, music lawyers and managers, as well as bringing together all of Scotland’s key festival promoters on one platform.
    Born To Be Wide, also co-hosted a weekend of new Scottish talent in Berlin on May 21-22. Five Scottish acts performed the city’s largest open air music event, Karneval Der Kulturen, which attracted over 1million people.
    Born To Be Wide, recently programmed a series of seminars as part of the goNorth showcase event in Inverness at the beginning of June, with capacity audiences at each seminar including; DIY, Management, Music Making Money and Sync.


    Born To Be Wide enjoys the support of the Youth Music Initiative [Scottish Arts Council] and the Musician’s Union
    Contact Olaf Furniss, olaf_furniss@yahoo.co.uk

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    Gig of the Week, this Friday

    by nfs on June 23, 2010

    Friday Night Live at Frankenstein, 25th June 2010, downstairs bar

    A stellar line up this week, with Night Noise Team, Zed Penguin, Who’s Edna, 32 Miles To Breakfast and Hardcore Wednesdays

    Find out more by clicking below:

    Friday Night Live, downstairs at Frankenstein

    Visit www.facebook.com/fridayliveatfrankenstein or www.frankenstein-pub.co.uk

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    Born To Be Wide Booking Agents Seminar

    by nfs on June 23, 2010
    Born To Be Wide
    Booking Agents Seminar
    Thurs 1st July
    The Electric Circus,
    36 Market Street, Edinburgh
    EH1 1DF
    BORN TO BE WIDE ANNOUNCES BOOKING AGENT SEMINAR
    Scotland’s leading music scene social night, Born To Be Wide, is set to host a booking agent seminar on Thursday 1 July at Edinburgh’s Electric Circus. The panel is geared to explaining what the job involves, what musicians should look for in an agent and what they need to be aware of if they decide to book their own gigs. It will also aim to provide an insight into what is involved in getting festival slots and tour dates.
    “With the live sector becoming increasingly important, getting a good booking agent can often be harder than getting a record deal,” says Born To Be Wide co-organiser, Olaf Furniss. “Finding the right person is one of the most important decisions an artist will have to make.”
    The panel includes Lisa Whytock, founder of the largest agency in Scotland, Active Events. She will be joined by Joanna Ashmore from ITB agency and Alex Lloyd from Mainstage Artists, who are both based in London but represent Scottish acts. An additional guest will be announced later this week.
    The agent seminar will be Born To Be Wide’s second event at its new home the Electric Circus. May’s Music PR panel attracted over 100 paying guests (watch a video below), while the discussions hosted by BTBW organisers at the Go North conference in Inverness drew capacity audiences.
    Thursday 1 July
    Electric Circus
    36 Market Street,
    Edinburgh
    EH1 1DF
    Tel 0131 226 4224
    1930-2130 – SEMINAR
    BOOKING AGENTS
    £4.50 / £3 Musicians Union / £2 for16/17 years olds
    Joanna Ashmore [ITB]
    Alex Lloyd [Mainstage Artists]
    Lisa Whytock [Active Events]
    Jason Edwards [The Art Of... / 13 Artists]
    2130-LATE – SELF INDULGENT DJ SETS
    FREE
    The seminar guests take turns to play their favourite records [unless they are by The Smiths/Morrissey or Joy Division]
    Tickets: click below or in person from Avalanche Records, Cockburn Street, Edinburgh:
    Here is the Music PR film by Benjamin Cowie (Detour), click photo below to view VIDEO
    NOTE TO EDITORS

    Born To Be Wide was launched in February 2004 to provide a meeting place for those involved or interested in the Scottish music scene. A diverse range of musicians, journalists, promoters, label owners and friends of music, invited to play their all-time favourite records unless they were by Morrissey or Joy Division.
    Since April 2008 the night has hosted seminars covering subjects such as How To Get A Gig, Unveiling The Mind Of A Music Journalist, How To Get On The Radio, Music Management, and a Norwegian-special titled Play Norway. In February it celebrated its 6th birthday with a special German night which included a seminar, a live show by Berlin band Jeans Team and a DJ set by the Consul General.
    Born To Be Wide also organised the Wide Days conference and showcase event in Edinburgh on April 8, which included leading digital music experts, music lawyers and managers, as well as bringing together all of Scotland’s key festival promoters on one platform.
    Born To Be Wide, also co-hosted a weekend of new Scottish talent in Berlin on May 21-22. Five Scottish acts performed the city’s largest open air music event, Karneval Der Kulturen, which attracted over 1million people.


    Born To Be Wide enjoys the support of the Youth Music Initiative [Scottish Arts Council] and the Musician’s Union
    Contact Olaf Furniss, olaf_furniss@yahoo.co.uk

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