Below is some info and news regarding a selection of the artists featured on the blog:
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Kate McGill
Kate has made just a few live appearances, but is a regular on blogtv where she also attracts large numbers of devoted followers. She always manages to bring something new and fresh to her covers, and songs such as Little Boat, Short Straw and my personal favourite, Melancholy Melody prove her to be a skilled and original songwriter. She recently picked up £25,000 in prize money when she was voted to victory by listeners in the 1click2fame online music competition. She has invested some of that money in a trip to L.A. where she met producers who have worked with the likes of Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus. Kate left University a while back to devote more of her time to music; a good decision in my opinion. It can’t be long before record companies start to become aware of her potential.
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Well done Kate!
Kate McGill has WON the 1click2fame prize for 2010, giving her £100k to help develop her career in music. Click her name on the right to discover just how thoroughly she deserved it.
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Kate has now successfully completed her summer tour of the U.K.
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Kate McGill tour dates, 2011:
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Kate McGill on Facebook
Kate McGill on Twitter
Kate McGill's Website
Kate McGill's YouTube channel
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ortoPilot
From ortopilot's web page:
Matt Hutchison started life with music in his blood. Since the age of 4 he's had a musical instrument with him wherever he goes. Starting off on the piano and taking on the saxophone throughout his early teens, he had a wide range of influences including his older brother's vast cd collection.
Experimenting with sequencing and producing in college led to Matt writing and recording his own songs. But something was missing... having been afraid from picking a guitar up for over 18 years, Matt finally decided to take the plunge and buy one.
After a few years of practicing and writing, Matt produced his first album 'come into my world', where his songwriting is portrayed through electronic based grooves. Wanting a name for this project, he set out to find the most apt band name. Listening to the cd, over and over, it all became clear...
ortoPilot. The music taking control.
A few years passed while Matt locked himself away with his new toy / investment, a trusty Taylor 814ce. Getting massively into acoustic music, he found the music of John Mayer. Practicing his riffs based on various acoustic influences, Matt soon developed his own way to get his point across.
In June 2006, Matt discovered a site called YouTube. Not thinking anything of it, he uploaded a couple of acoustic cover videos just for fun. Two turned into three and the YouTube addiction began...
Inspired by the amazing feedback, Matt continues to upload both covers and originals to the site with the aim to reach out to people through music.
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ortoPilot's Youtube Channel
ortoPilot has a very impressive YouTube channel. The range of talent on display here is truly stunning. His cover versions are flawless; a number of his original songs are hits waiting to happen, and the video production is flawless. 'what's the point...' and 'Stay One more Day' are soulful ballads; 'Jolly Good Fun' written with fellow YouTuberNSG carries a mental health warning: After one listen this song will be a permanent fixture in the song zone of your brain. I always thought the Stylophone was an underrated instrument. Allow yourself plenty of time to browse this channel - just about every song here warrants repeated playing. ortoPilot is without a doubt one of my tips for the top in 2011.
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ortoPilot's YouTube channel
ortoPilot on Facebook
ortoPilot on Twitter
ortoPilot's Website
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The Ruskins on Facebook
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The Ruskins
I live not far from these guys and I used to live even nearer, so I am surprised I havent come across them before. My brief research (i.e. nicking stuff off their Facebook and Youtube channel has revealed the following:
"Eamon, Dave and Ricky, otherwise known as The Ruskins, have gone from strength to strength since appearing on the scene in 2008. From jamming at home on Isleworth's Worton Estate in West London to whipping the crowd into a stage-invasion frenzy at London's legendary Islington Academy."
In fact it seems that their live appearances can often be raucous and thoroughly enjoyable affairs, and I would love to get to a gig of theirs as soon as I can (if you read this, guys, please leave a comment below, and get me on a guest list).
I can personally vouch for the fact that their single/video "Old Isleworth" (below) paints a pretty accurate picture of their local town. It's a cracking tune, a bit reminiscent of The Arctic Monkeys perhaps, and the video apparently features Effy from "Skins" (Kaya Scodelario) and "Shameless" star Elliott Tittensor. They have had radio plays including a spin by Steve Lamacq on Radio 1. Watch out for them.
Note: The author of this blog in no way condones the theft of road traffic signs.
"Eamon, Dave and Ricky, otherwise known as The Ruskins, have gone from strength to strength since appearing on the scene in 2008. From jamming at home on Isleworth's Worton Estate in West London to whipping the crowd into a stage-invasion frenzy at London's legendary Islington Academy."
In fact it seems that their live appearances can often be raucous and thoroughly enjoyable affairs, and I would love to get to a gig of theirs as soon as I can (if you read this, guys, please leave a comment below, and get me on a guest list).
I can personally vouch for the fact that their single/video "Old Isleworth" (below) paints a pretty accurate picture of their local town. It's a cracking tune, a bit reminiscent of The Arctic Monkeys perhaps, and the video apparently features Effy from "Skins" (Kaya Scodelario) and "Shameless" star Elliott Tittensor. They have had radio plays including a spin by Steve Lamacq on Radio 1. Watch out for them.
Note: The author of this blog in no way condones the theft of road traffic signs.
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The Ruskins on Facebook
The Ruskins on YouTube
The Ruskins on Twitter
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Hannah Trigwell
Hannah Trigwell is a skillful songwriter, writing well-constructed lyrics and soft, floating melodies. She has built up a solid fan base via YouTube and BlogTV. She is also a regular busker on the streets of Leeds, her local city, and she has performed on the BBC Radio Leeds "Raw Talent" show. Her first EP was released on 13th May 2010. Hannah says: "I feel as I am playing more gigs and doing more radio sessions more people are becoming familiar with my name and I'm being offered more gigs, so yes. The music scene in leeds is ace, there are so many great unsigned acts here." On her myspace site she writes: "I am Hannah. I have been writing songs for a few years now and, after reaching the age of 19, I decided it was high time to record a few of my favourites.
I have just finished recording my debut EP under Hear Me Roar Management at the Sound Mill in Leeds, collaborating with some amazing musicians, and hopefully this will be the start of great things!
My Debut EP 'Hold My Heart' is now avaliable on iTunes and BigCartel!
Based in Leeds, I first started performing publicly busking in the city centre in 2007. This year I plan to gig as much as possible and spread the word of Hold My Heart! One of the highlights of the year so far is reaching over 600,000 views on my youtube videos, as well as playing some epic venues. My fans are awesome and I can't thank them enough for their support."
I have just finished recording my debut EP under Hear Me Roar Management at the Sound Mill in Leeds, collaborating with some amazing musicians, and hopefully this will be the start of great things!
My Debut EP 'Hold My Heart' is now avaliable on iTunes and BigCartel!
Based in Leeds, I first started performing publicly busking in the city centre in 2007. This year I plan to gig as much as possible and spread the word of Hold My Heart! One of the highlights of the year so far is reaching over 600,000 views on my youtube videos, as well as playing some epic venues. My fans are awesome and I can't thank them enough for their support."
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Hannah Trigwell's website
Hannah Trigwell's Youtube channel.
Hannah Trigwell on Facebook
Hannah Trigwell on Twitter
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