Albert Man was one of Angry Baby's top 5 artists in 2016, thanks to his album Cheap Suit and the free download of the title track that he gave to Angry Baby readers. So we eagerly awaiting his next release, which came in the shape of an EP, modestly titled Nothing Of...
Melanie Crew – Midnight Sounds
As the tinsel and trees start to emerge ahead of the holiday season, it's refreshing to find something simple and authentic. Meet Melanie Crew. Pure voice, simple acoustic accompaniment and slice-of-life lyrics. Recorded and produced at her home in London, her music...
Lahayna – ‘Lahayna’
It's rare to find a band that hits its stride straight out of the box, but Lahayna made their mark with their debut single "In the City" back in 2007, achieving UK music history by reaching #33 in the Official UK Singles Chart, despite being unsigned and with no radio...
In Hoodies – ‘She Got Caught’ and ‘My Con’
A solo artist from Turkey, based in London, In Hoodies had never studied music, and never shared his music with anyone, until one day, as he explains, he felt an inner power and a deep desire to send it to some producers. It caught the attention of Chris Potter and...
Johnno Casson aka Snippet – Future Melancholy Pop Music
Acquiring the title of "National Treasure" can be a double edged sword. A bit like a Lifetime Achievement Award, it implies that the best is in the past. But when it is offered with the respect and affection of BBC veteran music presenter Tom Robinson, it's an...
Benji Tranter and The Well-Adjusted Individuals – At The Laundrette
Just when you thought you'd heard everything, Benji Tranter and The Well Adjusted Individuals put a new spin on things with At The Launderette, four tracks of fun that transform everyday mundanity into a collection of quirky delights. Jazz, blues, rock, country, pop,...
Music Makers Festival, London – 5 & 6 August
With all the hype and mystery that surrounds the music industry, sometimes it's good to get back to basics. At its heart, music is a creative expression that's best when shared between friends. When a group of friends who make music come together to share their work...
Somasu – From The Water
London-based singer/songwriter and rapper Somasu breaks through stereotypical electro, offering undercurrents of soul that provide depth and maturity. Although his work could hit the dancefloor hard, its also infinitely listenable, proving that - in the right hands -...