These are turbulent times in America and the rest of the world. There’s general disillusionment with public figures and a lack of faith in major corporations and their leaders. But a new voice is emerging; a voice that is raw, screaming and destined for musical greatness. Meet Mr. Dinkles – the defining sound of AmericanContinue reading “Meet Mr. Dinkles – The Defining Sound of American Youth”
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Discography: Emma Dawkins
Today Makeit-loud.com takes a look at the iconic music of Emma Dawkins. 10 years ago I was in London to attend the launch of Kafka Tamura’s debut album ‘Nothing to Everyone’. Fronting the Anglo-German three-piece band was Southampton born Emma Dawkins. Emma’s captivating lyrics and enigmatic live performance made the band an essential part ofContinue reading “Discography: Emma Dawkins”
Evolution of the Mosh Pit
Makeit-loud.com takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the state of Rock music’s mosh pit Era Genre Activity in the Mosh Pit 1970s Punk Pogoing 1980s Hair Metal Head banging 1990s Grunge Slam dancing 2000s Nu-Metal Circle pit Today Alt-Rock Filming I used to love being in the mosh pit. You were close to the action andContinue reading “Evolution of the Mosh Pit”
Through The Looking Glass
The Packhorse pub in Hyde Park, Leeds, was a buzz last Friday night, as HerOrangeCoat put on a showcase event: Through The Looking Glass – artists you should have your eye on. Three wonderful acts, each demonstrating that you don’t have to come from Nashville and be called Taylor Swift to write melancholy masterpieces. FirstContinue reading “Through The Looking Glass”
Welcome to The Motor Show
The Motor Show once described themselves as “Not good looking enough to make serious music” and that just about says it all. So, if you’re in need of some fun and you enjoy toe-tapping music, then kick back and give these guys a listen. The Blues Brothers found a way to play Country and WesternContinue reading “Welcome to The Motor Show”
O Hell, Oh Magic!
If you go in to the basement of the Louis Vuitton store on Bond Street in London, you’ll see a giant print by the artists Gilbert & George. It’s not as provocative as some of their work, but there’s still something subversive about it amongst the chic couture. Which brings me to O Hell. OContinue reading “O Hell, Oh Magic!”
CLEWS and What’s Love Got To Do With It?
Three years ago this month I launched Makeit-loud.com as a way of sharing my passion and support for up and coming bands. Since then the website has been viewed in 51 countries. CLEWS were the first band I wrote about. Sisters Lily and Grace Richardson (aka CLEWS) weave a musical magic that’s good for theContinue reading “CLEWS and What’s Love Got To Do With It?”
Meet Matt Bradford – The King of Slide Guitar
Matt Bradford could easily be crowned the King of Slide. This guy is clearly the love child of Billy F. Gibbons and David Gilmour, with Elmore James as his Grandpa. I can’t recall anyone, other than the aforementioned, delivering such a shot of dirty raw energy whilst simultaneously gliding smoothly over every note on theContinue reading “Meet Matt Bradford – The King of Slide Guitar”
Ceejay and How to Write a Hit Song
How do you write a hit song? The answer, from a scientific perspective, is remarkably easy. Write catchy lyrics that resonate with people, and create an uplifting melody that evokes a feeling of nostalgia. Think of The Weeknd and ‘Blinding Lights’, or pretty much anything written by Ed Sheeran. The science might be easy, butContinue reading “Ceejay and How to Write a Hit Song”
Building an Empire
Empire are an Indie rock band from Yorkshire. They’ve gone (in their own words) “from playing live on pallets in a farm shed……to working with the same company that championed the likes of Kasabian and The Libertines.” It’s easy to see why Empire have attracted so much attention. Their debut album ‘God Bless the Empire’Continue reading “Building an Empire”
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