Musicians, Bands and Collectives in Sunderland

Alan Price is an English musician who first found prominence as the original keyboardist of the English rock band the Animals. He left the band in 1965 to form the Alan Price Set; his hit singles with and without the group include "Simon Smith and the Amazing Dancing Bear", "The House That Jack Built", "Rosetta" and "Jarrow Song". 

Price is also known for work in film and television, taking occasional acting roles and composing the soundtrack of Lindsay Anderson's film O Lucky Man! He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994 as a member of the Animals.

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Price

Web: https://alanprice.absoluteelsewhere.net/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3WKTiixhkaWRexRUs3GKBw?si=hu-rifp4QG6T0t9HHRjYcw

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW2NOTIrotKw9FndfrcnAbA

Email: alanpriceonline@absoluteelsewhere.net

Alex Kapranos is one of the most recognised faces in the music industry. He spent his first several years of his life growing up in Sunderland before his family moved North of the border. Alex is best known as the frontman and guitarist with the band Franz Ferdinand, a seminal art indie group formed in Glasgow. The group won the Mercury Music Prize in 2004 and have also achieved Brit Awards.

Alex is also a recognised producer having made records with acts like The Cribs, Little Boots, Citizens!, RM Hubbard and Los Bitchos. Alex has collaborated with Sparks, Edwyn Collins and Stuart Braithwaite of Mogwai.

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_Kapranos

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/franz.ferdinad.alex/

Web: https://franzferdinand.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alkapranos

X: https://x.com/alkapranos

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0XNa1vTidXlvJ2gHSsRi4A

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/franzferdinand

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrvJwuMaOeKg1Rb062glUJQ

Amateur Ornithologist are a weird pop ensemble from North East England. Starting as a solo project, AO has grown to perform as anything from a five-piece to an octet. 

With a predominantly neurodivergent line-up, Amateur Ornithologist fuses pop, orchestral, jazz and post-punk influences to create a grand melodic sound. AO have earned comparisons to Talking Heads, The Beach Boys and local heroes Field Music due to their adventurous approach to densely-layered, harmony-filled pop. They’ve released three albums, been on the cover of NARC Magazine and played a host of sold-out shows.

LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/amateurornithologist

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amateurornithologist

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amateurornithologist/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4ibr0OjAcbtLzT4h0b3z0j?si=sqG1bXdOSAaGrLJ8koHV1Q

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@amateurornithologist

Bandcamp: https://amateurornithologist.bandcamp.com/

Andy J Fraser is a solo artist playing original songs in an old timey, country/blues style.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tunstallaciauplandboys/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andyjamesfraser/

X: https://x.com/andyfraser12

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5r9d7gKMwQWgvm1gqXsiDn

Email: andrew.fraser@sunderland.ac.uk

Sonically she yokes together the classic songwriting style of artists like Carole King and Elton John with modern neo-soul/jazz influences such as Lianne La Havas and early JP Cooper, which resonates with audiences and provokes a profound emotional response.

Alongside sold-out hometown shows, UK tours and performances alongside heavyweights Tom Odell and Laura Marling, Ani’s music has been repeatedly featured on the BBC Introducing show on BBC Newcastle, and she was selected to be an artist in residence at the prestigious Sage Gateshead in Summer 2021. Written while living in a campervan during a turbulent time with a past love, ‘Too Close’ explores the painful intimacy of a relationship breakdown complicated by proximity.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/anisandwith

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AniSandwithMusic/

Web: https://www.anisandwith.net/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anisandwith

X: https://x.com/anisandwith

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Lh9N4Yj4XjU4ilUbScfhD?si=kTl-GBr5QiKLBi-_lxjraA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@anisandwith6632

A new four-piece band from Sunderland.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apricitybandd

Ashes of Iron are five strong and a passionate song writing force. Playing melody driven heavy blues rock with wattage and vigor.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashesofiron

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashesofiron

X: https://x.com/ashes_iron

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ashesofiron

Bandcamp: https://ashesofiron.bandcamp.com/

Barry Hyde is the lead singer and guitarist for Sunderland icons The Futureheads.

Formed in 2000, Barry and his fellow Futureheads have released six albums, and Barry released his debut solo album, Malody, in 2016. 

Alongside his work as a musician Barry is the co-founder of Northern Academy Of Music Education (NAME) at The Fire Station alongside Dan Donnelly.

You may also recognise Barry from the Sunderland Music City launch video, where he was featured alongside fellow Futurehead Ross Millard playing their iconic hit Beginning of the Twist around the city.

Web: http://www.barryhyde.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebarryhyde/

X: https://x.com/TheBarryHyde

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6tBCChCyqP6xGV6fadK9nv?si=Fp5lDPn1TiaSyozjQiDMeQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYHVGbVlAy5OTDlgktxuhpQ

Email: claire@biglifemanagement.com

Barry "Baz" Warne is the guitarist and vocalist of The Stranglers.

Earlier in his career, he was the guitarist and frontman of numerous bands. His first recordings to be released were with the Sunderland punk band Toy Dolls, whom he joined as bassist in 1983. He toured extensively with them and recorded two singles before forming the Troubleshooters in 1985. 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thestranglers/

Web: https://thestranglers.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stranglersofficial/

X: https://x.com/StranglersSite

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0RUEHcBiENFEqxgicqS2ig?si=SJxh7bFoSLWFNwdcDijF5Q

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/stranglersofficial

Hatched from a musical nest in Sunderland back in 2005 as an experimental side project the flock features members of Field Music, Razmatazz Lorry Excitement, This Ain't Vegas & The Lake Poets to name just a handful.

Revered as one of the North-East’s most vibrant and entertaining live bands, B>E>A>K consist of a group of experienced local musicians all heavily involved in the region’s music scene.

As a live act, B>E>A>K are not to be missed. With each member brightly colour coordinated and masked, B>E>A>K dominate the venue with a hugely energetic and mesmerizing live show, actively encouraging audience participation and interaction with the crowd. This bond between band and audience has generated an excited and enthusiastic reaction from gig goers up and down the country and has earned B>E>A>K a reputation as a force to be reckoned with within the national live music scene.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BEAKSUNDERLAND/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beaksunderland

X: https://x.com/beaktweeting

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/beaksunderland

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BEAKsunderland

Bandcamp: https://beaktastic.bandcamp.com/

Email: beaksunderland@gmail.com

Pop-punk band from the North East of England made up of Robyn and Katie.

bigfatbig erupted onto the North East music scene in late 2019, and have since gone on to prove that nothing - not even a global pandemic - will stand in their way.

The girls’ highlights so far include performing a set for BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend earlier in the year, Radio 6 airplay, being selected as a BBC Introducing Tip for 2020 and landing places on BBC Sounds’ The Hot List, curated by Radio 1 DJ Jaguar. 

Aside from that, with 6 sellout shows under their belt in their short career, 2021 is looking to be a really exciting year for bigfatbig having already been booked for a multitude of national level festivals.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bigfatbig/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigfatbig/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigfatbig_

X: https://x.com/bigfatbig_

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7yjYPgZPGlJVlYf2EJAUcf?si=11ub77gxSvy6GJOyma6vTQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bigfatbig

Merch: https://bigfatbig.sumupstore.com/

Email: bigfatbigband@gmail.com

Bill (Belinda) Jones is a Sunderland folk singer and songwriter, who made a name for herself with her beautiful voice and acclaimed studio albums in the early 2000s. Making a return to the folk scene in 2019 after a 15 year break. Bill's new album Wonderful Fairytale was released in May 2019. Jones won the BBC Folk Award in 2001

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bill_Jones_(musician)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BillJonesfolksinger

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4NkMJQonHKgxPAiSI4GzHf?si=gra5kh7EQgK8YWvYHeOL0A

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@billjones6480

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-536365842

Bandcamp: https://billjonesfolkmusician.bandcamp.com/

Email: billjones@brickwallmusic.com

An amateur choral society based in Sunderland. 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bishopwearmouthcs/

Web: https://bishopwearmouth.co.uk/

X: https://x.com/bishopw94535978

Email: bcs@bishopwearmouth.co.uk

A dark edgy post-punk band from the North East. 

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/black_rain

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554970057613

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_black_rain_band/

X: https://x.com/The_black_rain

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@black_rain_band

Email: blackraininformation@gmail.com

Lo-fi indie rock. Boozehound are Ashley Bell (Lead vocal and Rhythm guitar) Danny Baister (Lead guitar and backing vocal) Martin Wilkinson (Bass) Adam Baister (Drums and backing vocals).

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boozehound_band

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Boozehound_band

Bandcamp: https://boozehound.bandcamp.com/album/the-boozehound-demos

Bryan Ferry first gained recognition in the 1970s as creator, singer and principal songwriter of Roxy Music. Always creatively restless, drawing on art, cinema, poetry, literature, love and the price of love, and music of all description. With Roxy Music and as a solo artist he has recorded twenty-four albums over the course of a career that has now spanned six decades.

A unique and abidingly influential figure worldwide, in 2011 Ferry was awarded a CBE for his contribution to British music. In 2012, he received the French national honour of Officier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres. In 2014 he was made an Honorary Doctor of Music by Newcastle University. Roxy Music were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame in 2019.

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bryan_Ferry

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryanferry

Web: https://bryanferry.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryanferry_roxymusic

X: https://x.com/bryanferry

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bryan_ferry

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5RNFFojXkPRmlJZIwXeKQC?si=rX3e_28JQiiBiK9mlajo1Q

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/bryanferry

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bryanferry

Email: info@bryanferry.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb.r.adams.music/

X: https://x.com/calebradams

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caleb.r.adams.music

Surfy garage rock.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089669782819

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calvoas.ne/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0HnjFY48DzE1p7eIN18pvY?si=ObkdmZrZRMCTepfIEACi3w

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=calvoas+band

Email: calvoasuk@outlook.com

Celadore is the alias of Sunderland born-and-raised musician Rachael Small.

The name is drawn from the words of legendary linguist and author J.R.R Tokien: “Out of all the endless combinations of the English language, Cellar Door is the most beautiful.”

A vocalist and songwriter by trade with over 7 years’ experience in the performance industry, Small has surrounded herself with a band of like-minded and talented folk with the aim of bringing to life the piano ballads that have been waiting in the wings for over two years.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/celadoreuk

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celadoreuk

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@CeladoreUK

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CeladoreUK

X: https://x.com/CeladoreUK

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1V7klcLrGaYLbxXb1B4Nkz?si=Q56ELImQR0eSlZjoAsF1yA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CeladoreUK

CHAT are Sunderland-based synthpop duo Jordan Miller and Beccy Young, who have been quietly crafting infectious 80s inspired bangers since 2018 and are now ready to unleash them and get people dancing.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/letschatmusic

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letschatmusicuk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letschatmusic/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IdgeFgXlfa9M7GuKDlKNg?si=9JobfPZ8SumgCkyGhuYXCg

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ch4tmusic

Bandcamp: https://letschatmusic.bandcamp.com/

Email: ch4tmusic@gmail.com

Chloe, Alex, Michael and Lewis from Sunderland have been playing in various bands together since their teens.

Their broad influences can be heard from Jeff Buckley to Joni Mitchell and Soundgarden to Big Thief. Chloe’s haunting vocals laid upon powerful guitar riffs and killer melodies will compel you to put the songs on a constant loop.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chloeandthebrainwaves

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chloeandthebrainwaves

X: https://x.com/chloebrainwaves

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chloeandthebrainwaves

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5YdjjkEO2zt518Rl9Kp8hf?si=6Y0ymIHZQz--HCakW1yV2g

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chloeandthebrainwaves

Email: chloebrainwaves@gmail.com

Chris Hair is a Sunderland based singer-songwriter and the founder of Tiny Tweeties with his wife Rachael. 

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/chrishairmusic

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrishairmusic/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herehairhere/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/461aRYNhFxpkDbw7Lgn79t?si=TZ3PRyoBSTueNU0KA50Aiw

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chrishair2

Bandcamp: https://chrishairmusic.bandcamp.com/

Sounds created, produced, composed, and mixed by Graeme Hopper.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grazzziazzzi

X: https://x.com/grassiman

Bandcamp: https://chlorinerecordings.bandcamp.com/

Email: grassiman@yahoo.com 

A band of punk rock loonies. The Punks you’ve been waiting for.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/claudiawinkleband

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claudiawinkleband

Email: claudiawinkleband@gmail.com

The Cornshed Sisters are Jennie, Cath, Liz and Marie - four singer songwriters who weave together pop, folk, protest, ballad and gospel music into a unique and distinctively English style. 

Their subject matter ranges from romantic relationships (Drive the Car), motherhood (Waiting for Audreya), soothsaying (The Beekeeper), making pies out of people (Pies for the Fair) and a modern take on the brothers Grimm (Jobs for the Boys).

Drawing on a palette of solo and harmony vocals, piano, guitars and ukulele they convey their stories with sensitivity and humour. 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecornshedsisters/

Web: https://www.thecornshedsisters.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cornsheds

X: https://x.com/Cornsheds

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/71aaeSkWS7gm9drnrRWsuk?si=2H53D88zSW6f_PLLsrb-9g

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/thecornshedsisters

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecornshedsisters5698

Email: thecornshedsisters@hotmail.co.uk

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/cpthompson

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cpthompsonmusic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crispythompson

X: https://x.com/cpthompsonmusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1hd6tWvwcG11gxTnyT2cHB?si=sBplf3qZSbOsoHzag5nECg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cpthompson1497

Email: cpthompson.music@gmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_wardmusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ODHoyoZU3qSkuDQ652TP3?si=9ewvvmwbRiabsVQuDt1MPQ

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/danward

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@danward8636

Singer songwriter, born and bred in Sunderland.

Traditional folk songs about his home town, family and friends. Also known as "The Makem Folk Singer"

X: https://x.com/makemfolksinger

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6hUJEbWC9dTu6Zbfo7IFyx?si=IZ3jhQOUTMCn5CjcD7r0yA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheMakemFolksinger

Dave Stewart is a musician, songwriter and record producer, best known for Eurythmics, his successful professional partnership with Annie Lennox.

Sometimes credited as David A. Stewart, he won Best British Producer at the 1986, 1987 and 1990 Brit Awards. 

Stewart (along with Lennox) was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2020 and the duo were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022.

Outside of Eurythmics, Dave has written and produced songs for artists such as Ringo Starr, Stevie Nicks, Mick Jagger and Tom Petty.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/davestewarteurythmics

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Stewart_(Eurythmics)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davestewart

Web: https://www.davestewartent.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davestewarteurythmics

X: https://x.com/davestewart

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7gcCQIlkkfbul5Mt0jBQkg?si=Nyezp3ZRRlWAgZpn9MC-uQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveStewartOfficial/videos

Email: info@davestewartent.com

A vocalist, musician, songwriter and actor with 40+ years of experience. Known as a solo artist, composer for film and TV, guitarist/vocalist for Belinda Carlisle, and as the singer and songwriter in Danceclass.

Danceclass featured Dave Taggart on vocals, Tony Mcananey on bass, Ali Reay on guitar and Trevor Brewis on drums. After an untold amount of live work in their native North East of England, they were finally snapped up by A&M Records in 1981 and their album was recorded and released in 1982.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.taggart.56027/

Web: https://www.starnow.com/u/davidtaggart1/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taggdave52/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@traggat

RateYourMusic: https://rateyourmusic.com/release/album/danceclass/danceclass/

A singer and songwriter from Sunderland now based in Nashville, TN.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbradleymusic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbradleymusic

X: https://x.com/dbradleymusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6zUzejFwr9WGoDInjV36BJ?si=oNIJiG8yR0mrLr28f0bOQA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davebradleymusic

Email: libowunlimited@yahoo.com

A pop-punk band from Sunderland. Pummelling riffs and a raw and edgy sound. 

Day Drinking are a pop-punk band based in the North-East of England with songs that are sure to leave you in stitches and have you reminiscing (and cringing) about your school years. Crack open a beer and listen to some Day Drinking.

LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/daydrinkingband

Web: https://daydrinkingband.wixsite.com/day-drinking

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DayDrinkingBand/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daydrinking_band/

X: https://x.com/DayDrinkingBand

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@daydrinking_band

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4bPe405PzCvYCdmVaA0poI?si=qrh05O9xRmWsqqNIKWLPyg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@daydrinkingband

Email: daydrinkingband@outlook.com

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/deadwetthings_

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeadWetThings

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deadwetthings

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@deadwetthings

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5HZXoeSSx8WOw60RcUMUpn?si=lZOi4KLGTyqQOOWR-lX_-g

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deadwetthings8790

Bandcamp: https://deadwetthingsofficial.bandcamp.com/

Email: deadwetthingsofficial@gmail.com

A folk rock and colliery brass band influenced through a working class & cultural heritage.

DENNIS performed at Glastonbury plus a host of other festivals in 2017, building on sell-out theatre shows at venues such as the Durham Gala Theatre, Live Theatre Newcastle and The Glasshouse.

A debut album ‘Open Your Eyes’ was released October 21st 2016 (Sapien Records Ltd) following the success of three previous EP releases.

DENNIS have aired across numerous radio stations (inc. BBC Radio 2, Radio 6, Introducing & local BBC shows), various music channels (some videos feature noted actors) and have received generous support from blogs and national press.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/dennisband

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dennis.co.uk

Web: http://www.sapienrecords.com/dennis

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dennis_band

X: https://x.com/dennisband

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2SMNLfey0q1lXGBpZwQU9H?si=lG7MPLPFS_OijA5dSzq_RA

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/dennis_band

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAEC07B6A3E4A8CB7

Bandcamp: https://dennisband.bandcamp.com/music

Email: david@sapienrecords.com

Don Airey is a musician who has been the keyboardist in the rock band Deep Purple since 2002, after the retirement of Jon Lord.

He has had a long and productive career, playing with such acts as Gary Moore, Ozzy Osbourne, Judas Priest, Black Sabbath, Jethro Tull, Whitesnake, Saxon, Wishbone Ash, Colosseum II, Ten, Sinner, Michael Schenker, Rainbow, Empire, Brian May, Divlje jagode and Living Loud. He has also worked with Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donaireymusic/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donaireykeys

X: https://x.com/DonAireyMusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/58A1BPgenrcSWrJYIOnnbH?si=6UPSsx5QTLayvTf84IfejQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN2IEVwa4BMbmxlpZHW44RA

Ed Pickford is a singer songwriter from the North East. 

A writer of songs such as Farewell Johnny Miner, The Workers' Song, Strange Lover is a Coalmine, The Oldest Swinger in Town, Ah Cud Hew, Pound A Week Rise and One Miner's Life.

Web: http://www.ed-pickford.co.uk/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/48MBo7RFzjRqXQkEKkcqNu?si=o8kDFQarT8aNt2B1nSTd6g

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EdPickford1943

Bandcamp: https://edpickford.bandcamp.com/

Emeli Sandé, is a Scottish singer and songwriter, born in Sunderland. Sandé rose to prominence after being a featured artist on the 2009 track "Diamond Rings" by rapper Chipmunk. It was the first top 10 single on the UK Singles Chart for both of them. In 2010, she was featured on "Never Be Your Woman" by the rapper Wiley, which was another top ten hit. In 2012, she received the Brit Awards' Critics' Choice Award.

Sandé released her first solo single "Heaven" in August 2011. She has two number-one singles across the UK and Ireland with "Read All About It" with Professor Green and "Beneath Your Beautiful", a collaboration with Labrinth. Her album Our Version of Events spent ten non-consecutive weeks at number one and became the best-selling album of 2012 in the UK, with over 1 million sales. In 2012, she performed in both the Opening and Closing ceremonies of the London Olympics. In 2013, at the Brit Awards 2013 ceremony, she won two awards: Best British Female Solo Artist, and British Album of the Year.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/emelisande

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emeli_Sand%C3%A9

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emelisande

Web: https://emelisande.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emelisande

X: https://x.com/emelisande

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emelisandeofficial

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7sfgqEdoeBTjd8lQsPT3Cy?si=4cDbH-CfT8qdJPOBuwXSTA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emelisande

Email: enquires@ngosa.love

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/emptyaccents

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Empty-Accents/61553235185491/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empty.accents/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EmptyAccents

Email: emptyaccents@gmail.com

Her style is indie pop/rock and she performs her original songs both as a live acoustic solo set and more commonly working with her band.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/evecolemusic

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eve.cole.79677

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evecolemusic

X: https://x.com/evecolemusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/46THlJFUeFQ2xGSD9c89ae?si=stCBPaU7TSK7Kju8HFPPMg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@evecolemusic

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-491537735

Eve Gallagher is a singer and musician from Sunderland. Besides her native English she speaks German, French and Italian, writes children’s books and sings grand opera on her days off. Eve has studied drama, English literature and has appeared in several musicals in the UK.

She made a lasting impression in the USA following a 22-state highly acclaimed tour there with her band. Her club hits in the late 90’s (“Love Come Down” and “You Can Have It All“) were co-written and produced by close friend Boy George and enjoyed great success in America, the United Kingdom and France.

The song ‘Lovin’ You Again’, performed and co-written with Uli Heinzler is featured in the British movie ‘The Art Of Love’, released in 2022. Eve‘s new album "Roots" was written and produced by Uli Heinzler & Eve Gallagher. The album is a journey full of freedom, love and hope and features some of the most accomplished musicians around today (Patrick Murdoch, guitar (Simply Red), Roman Roth, drums (Simply Red), Ondrej Pivec, Keyboards and Organ (Gregory Porter), Uli Heinzler, bass and Eve (vocals). All the songs were mixed by Adrian Hall.

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eve_Gallagher

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eve.gallagher

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eve_gallagher_singer_official

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3qnAV28sOSJx6Y0LzDbl65?si=D5EAND_uQMCRO9rF0wd25g

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGKhQLuBEvP3Svl6DlP898Q

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fent.death/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3gQfhww4dvlU21hXCHtOLn?si=i4p8QyFqRrueQZxtzklBYg

Field Music are a rock band from Sunderland that formed in 2004. The band's core consists of brothers David Brewis and Peter Brewis. 

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Field_Music

Web: https://field-music.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fieldmusic/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldmusicmusic

X: https://x.com/fieldmusicmusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5P1tdwsQdI6z9MXXfmYRDS?si=T_jQBWB7SvySxe-Gz0VlUg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FieldMusicmusic

Bandcamp: https://fieldmusic.bandcamp.com/

Email: info@field-music.co.uk

Fire Lady Luck are a pop/rock four piece from Sunderland. The band have been together gigging for 10+ years now. In that time the band have released 3 albums and various EPs.

Over the years the band have toured and played festivals all around the UK and have also performed in Germany. Tracks like, No Need To Talk, Letter To You and Said and Done have received rewards and their recent singles (Said and Done, No Compromise, Letter To You) have been played on radio and streamed around the world. For a tight, fun and energetic live performance the band are not to be missed.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FireLadyLuck

Web: https://fireladyluck.wixsite.com/band

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fireladyluck

X: https://x.com/fireladyluck

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fireladyluck

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1riMhgJ2znBuKbPtYmXg4H?si=v-lPi7qnT7a9HTJMwAZhMQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fireladyluck6985

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/fireladyluck

Email: fireladyluck@gmail.com

A predominantly blues-rock centred 4-piece band with graceful vocals and blazing guitars that flip to beautiful melodic lines.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554828646195

Web: https://theflowstate.hearnow.com/disappear

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theflowstatemusic/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6sZv7BEYp9JL27h3kJSbQM?si=KjpbWPmOS_aDUskue2yPJg

Email: theflowstatemusic@gmail.com

Frankie & The Heartstrings are a Sunderland-based indie rock band formed in 2008.

The band's debut album, Hunger was released on 21 February 2011, and debuted at No. 32 on the UK albums chart. Known for their partying, they were labelled as the indie Mötley Crüe.

Web: https://www.frankieandtheheartstrings.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frankiestrings/

X: https://x.com/frankiestrings

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6COQggpngIskPf1zAQ8Txs?si=9ncrpOFQSsG_P0aG3mgOtQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeartstringsFC

Bandcamp: https://frankietheheartstrings.bandcamp.com/music

Frankie Stubbs is the frontman, singer songwriter and guitarist of one of punk rock's most influential bands, Leatherface.

As the frontman of the legendary punk band. Leatherface, Frankie helped to shape an entire genre and a generation. of fans and musicians alike. Frankie Stubbs' show is an intimate journey through Frankie's back. catalogue, littered with wine-soaked tales of Leatherface lore.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frankie_stubbs_

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/66mmF7GLjymxiuDfvvI87d?si=54ctRj9eRZ2lpqiHvmkq9g

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ArxCwDB7xK5A6qru-fogg

Bandcamp: https://frankiestubbs.bandcamp.com/music

The Futureheads are an English post-punk band from Sunderland, formed in 2000.

The band consists of Ross Millard, David "Jaff" Craig and brothers Barry Hyde and Dave Hyde. Their name comes from the title of the Flaming Lips album Hit to Death in the Future Head.

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Futureheads

Web: https://www.thefutureheads.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefutureheads/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefutureheads/

X: https://x.com/thefutureheads

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3TBfn8PtXr42OrTPaoC3E8?si=G5kriMgQSeaXXlweJn8F7w

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wearethefutureheads

Bandcamp: https://thefutureheads.bandcamp.com/

Email: thefutureheadssocials@gmail.com / claire@biglifemanagement.com 

Gabriels arrived in a whirlwind with the loose-limbed vintage soul jam of ‘Love & Hate In A Different Time’, a song that could have dropped in almost any era. 

Two acclaimed EPs deep and yet barely out of second gear, Gabriels have moved beyond mere promise to become one of 2022’s most essential new acts.

Ryan Hope, the band's producer and keyboardist, is from Sunderland.

Bio.To: https://bio.to/Gabriels

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gabriels_(band)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GabrielsWorldwide/

Web: https://www.gabrielsofficial.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/__gabriels__/

X: https://x.com/___gabriels

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabrielsworldwide

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5tHs3fthucNRGAFpdE9rmz?si=0r4Ok8r5SPGRTuR2WmUA2g

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gabrielsworldwide/

Email: summer.marshall@caa.com

Guitar, electronics and noise.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/generatorofficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gen.eratorofficial

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gen-erator

Sunderland blues legend and his band bringing a new interpretation to the blues.

‘The George Shovlin Band’, and then ‘George Shovlin and The Radars’, have had, and still do have, one musical direction...white Europeans playing blues in the 21st century.

Everything they play is rooted in black American music that emerged in the early 20th century and has continued to evolve up to the present day.

Much of their earlier music was radical rearrangement of familiar...and sometimes less familiar, blues.

 Songs like Muddy Water’s ‘Long Distance Call’, Furry Lewis’ ‘Pearline Blues’ and Brownie McGee’s ‘Sportin Life’ have undergone radical re-working. But at the same time the band has begun to explore how to present their own material, without losing their blues base.

Web: http://georgeshovlinandtheradars.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/george.shovlin/

X: https://x.com/gshovlin

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ioqDq0jLbmOteAVMqjDdN?si=X6FpXiE3TAqjgtFo0rygRg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@georgeshovlin6137

Email: georgeshovlin@hotmail.com

George Lamb started playing the guitar at the early age of ten years old and began writing songs while still at secondary school, where he performed at school concerts.

In his teens he performed live with other North East musicians and quickly made a name for himself as a talented young guitar player and vocalist. By the time he was twenty, he was playing regularly across the North East with the band he co-founded, the hugely popular Southbound.

Southbound played original material, which was all written or co-written by George and throughout the 1970’s, they ‘packed them in’, wherever and whenever they performed. Although they won the prestigious Battle of the Bands and Melody Maker Competitions the band never made the ‘big time’ but played to critical acclaim, throughout the UK.

After Southbound, George teamed up with another experienced songwriter, Phil Caffrey and secured a music publishing deal with Axis Music Ltd, a subsidiary company of Carlin Music Corporation. They wrote many songs together which were performed by established and aspiring artists. Their biggest success was when Kiki Dee recorded and released one of their songs, which was produced by Chris Kimsey, who famously produced albums for The Rolling Stones, Duran Duran, Peter Frampton, INXS …and many more.

Over the ensuing years, George worked as a session player and recorded with numerous diverse artists, that included the likes of Keith Emerson (ELP), Jimmy Nail and Saxon. He also played ‘live’ guitar for various bands, including one that supported the Eurythmics on their 1989 World Tour.

More recently, George has played guitar in the blues/rock band, ‘George Shovlin and The Radars’, playing venues and festivals across the UK and in Europe. Often the headlining band, they have also supported Steve Cropper, John Mayall and Walter Trout, to name just a few.

The band’s last album, “Nothing to Lose’ featured eleven songs, mainly written by George. When it was released in 2018, it went straight to number 1 in the IBBA Top 40 Chart (Independent Blues Broadcasters Association). Cerys Mathews has also played songs from the album on her Blues Show on BBC Radio 2.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/george.lamb.391

Web: https://georgelambmusic.co.uk/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Bf3NWWtxudZMtGcsfQGL5?si=joL70rlFQ-KYCYQyXDMfog

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-119632308

Email: music@georgelambmusic.co.uk

A singer-songwriter from Sunderland.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/factuallyharrytodd/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiNRFODa48Y

A brass band based in the North East. Currently graded as 1st Section. Rehearsals Thursdays 7-9pm.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HoughtonBrassBand

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houghtonbrass/

X: https://x.com/HoughtonBrass

Email: houghtonbrass@hotmail.com

House Proud is a four-piece post punk outfit formed in 2023.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/House_Proud

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houseproud_band/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7wooyXrscFGmpjbzeeAqid?si=yAnaQoJ4TYGOiLn4gjaz-g

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HouseProud-Band

Email: HouseProudBand00@gmail.com

Hyde is Dave Hyde (Futureheads drummer) and Beast is Neil Bassett (ex-Golden Virgins drummer). What do Hyde and Beast do? Hyde and Beast record an album. Hyde sing well. Album sound good. Beast happy.

How did Hyde and Beast? Neither of them is sure, but the two drummers recorded the album at Neil’s Sunderland-based recording studio at the rate of one song per day, and they managed to produce, record and mix it all by themselves.

David Brewis of Field Music and solo artist Lucas Renney provided some beautiful bass and guitar parts to two of songs on the album and for this Hyde and Beast are forever in their debt.

Google Overview: https://www.google.com/search?q=hyde+and+beast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hydeandbeast

Web: http://www.hydeandbeast.co.uk/

X: https://x.com/hydeandbeast

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3MI6sNyIaQVh7kw7Ri91oe?si=Yv45ARHXT7KmuHJjlRCLfA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HydeandBeast

The solo project of Sunderland songwriter, Eddie Scott, Ice Road Trucker was born from a desire to clear some space on his MacBook - by releasing the mounds of demos sitting on their cluttered desktop.

Inspired by pop-punk and power pop outfits of the 90s & 00s, such as Fountains of Wayne, Jimmy Eat World and witty British indie rockers like The Wombats, Eddie found himself accidentally writing a body of fun pop-rock tunes for him and his friends to enjoy. After getting sick of sharing private links and emailing MP3 files, Ice Road Trucker went public.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/iceroadtruckered

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iceroadtruckered/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/05FyuJs54ZjHf0UiamphVE?si=XK_CK48bS4SNHO5f4Oym0Q

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IceRoadTruckered

Bandcamp: https://iceroadtrucker.bandcamp.com/

Email: iceroadtruckered@gmail.com

Isabel Maria’s quietly passionate and painfully articulate words have entranced thousands across the globe.

The Sunderland based singer-songwriter pens witty indie folk-pop ballads which capture the winding themes of mental health, human relationships, and social injustices. At just 17, Isabel is praised by press for her notoriously ‘open and mature songwriting’. Isabel began writing songs at age 11, later fuelling her emergence into the music world in 2021 with debut single Catharsis, heavily supported by Sunderland’s Young Musicians Project.

In its first months of release, the track won over local radio and press, as well as solidifying a spot as a UK Songwriting Contest finalist two years running. This success led to an explosive 2023 for the English songwriter, who was awarded a Northern Writers Award alongside support from We Make Culture, PRS, Generator and more via their coveted Next Steps programme. Venues such as The Glasshouse and The Fire Station have hosted Isabel alongside her ‘evocative’ and ‘ever-evolving’ live band.

Late 2023 brought a debut EP of six songs written on walks. Press describes the project as ‘hypnotic and expansive’ and this message was consolidated by a sellout release show in Sunderland.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/isa6elmaria

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086813270359

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@isabelmvria

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isa6elmaria

X: https://x.com/isa6elmaria

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1CPp8hXfUyooaqOWlqPKGB?si=JEzbEAQ-SvemCfHLVhXgPg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-WItmIRXJDPRNg_ThXFxuw

Bandcamp: https://isa6elmaria.bandcamp.com/track/dear-kath

Email: isabelmariacontact@gmail.com

Vocalist and songwriter Martin Brammer and multi-instrumentalist Dave Brewis met at school in Seaham. 

Teaming up with Paul Woods, the trio developed a liking for 60s/70s soul, funk and R&B which led them through several bands before forming The Kane Gang in late 1982. ‘Brother Brother’ was planned as their first single on Candle Records, a joint venture with friend Paddy McAloon of Prefab Sprout, but both bands were soon signed to new Newcastle label, Kitchenware.

In 1984, the company licensed ‘Brother Brother’ to London Records, which signed the band, releasing their attack at the north-south divide, ‘Smalltown Creed’ (1984), produced by Pete Wingfield. In contrast, ‘Closest Thing To Heaven’ was a smooth ballad, and secured the Kane Gang a UK Top 20 chart hit. Further success followed that same year with a faithful cover version of the Staple Singers’ ‘Respect Yourself’, a song which featured soul veteran P.P. Arnold on backing vocals. The Bad And Lowdown World Of The Kane Gang in early 1985 effectively summarized the band’s progress (and featured guest musicians included Sam Brown).

A two-year hiatus was broken by the release of the single ‘Motortown’, which brought another Top 40 hit and was followed by a second album. Sporting a slicker, more sophisticated production, Miracle also spawned ‘What Time Is It’, and then a cover version of Dennis Edwards’ ‘Don’t Look Any Further’ (1988), the latter reaching number 1 in the US dance chart. In 1991, vocalist Paul Woods departed to concentrate on a solo career. Brammer and Brewis attempted to record a new album before pulling the plug on the Kane Gang. Brammer went on to enjoy success as a songwriter, composing songs for the likes of Tina Turner, Beverley Knight, the Lighthouse Family, and James Morrison.

Google Overview: https://www.google.com/search?client=b-d&q=the+kane+gang

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kane_Gang

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100051744885876

X: https://x.com/TheKaneGang

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1S2wZg1HsTZaHGX5Xgw4tL?si=61_SridDSXy4oL8aNt6sNg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekanegangofficial8971

Email: info@cherryredrecords.co.uk

A male voice choir always on the lookout for new members. A warm welcome awaits you.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Keellinesingers/

Email: keellinesingers@gmail.com

A freelance author, songwriter, singer, historian and musician based in Sunderland.

Web: http://www.keithgregson.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNk1VlVdKxw

Bandcamp: https://keithgregson.bandcamp.com/track/a-christmas-carol-ghosts

Formed as a low-key supergroup, with members of Laurens Court, Fracas and Rhythm, Wood & Shapes, Kickin’ Lilies was founded in late 2018. 

The alt rock five-piece began performing in their hometown of Sunderland, supporting North-East fast risers Docksuns and The Pale White for two sold out shows at Independent.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kickinlilies

Web: https://kickinlilies.bigcartel.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kickinlilies

X: https://x.com/kickinlilies

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3sLC3TM3BC0wPXI7RYyaOu?si=S6LMp_AUR7qQxW30q2scUw

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/kickinlilies

Email: kickinlilies@gmail.com

The Lake Poets is the solo project of Marty Longstaff, a multi-instrumentalist, singer, and songwriter from Sunderland. Described as 'Quietly Devastating', 'Accomplished and Intelligent', and 'Spellbinding and Heart-breaking', Marty's music regularly silences audiences and turns heads.

Single 'Your Face' from The Lake Poets’ debut album has received over 8 million Spotify plays as well steady daytime airplay on BBC Radio 2, Radio X, and BBC 6 Music.

Album track ‘Shipyards’ was chosen to be the theme tune to Netflix’s celebrated and internationally popular documentary series “Sunderland ‘Til I Die’, which helped the track reach No.3 in the UK charts.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thelakepoets

Web: https://thelakepoets.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelakepoets/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelakepoets

X: https://x.com/thelakepoets

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1DuQn0J1YVDcA4g0WJwRvw?si=uOInAqfQSv2rBej1m0VPQA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelakepoets

Bandcamp: https://thelakepoets.bandcamp.com/

Email: thelakepoets@gmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelasttime_band/

Lily Mac is an up-and-coming singer songwriter from Sunderland. 

Lily has been writing and performing her own music since she was around 10 years old. She has been part of the Young Musicians Project in Sunderland since 2021, which has given Lily the opportunity to gig all over the North East, including the chance to play at The Fire Station in Sunderland alongside The Futureheads and The Lake Poets.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lily_macmusic/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lily_macmusic

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/lilymacmusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/31tcdhj7ubnwasl62yfp2vuauoem

Bandcamp: https://lilymac.bandcamp.com/track/the-waiting-game

Lottie Willis is an immensely talented songwriter ready to explode out of the Sunderland music scene. 

Lottie has gained an anticipative audience across the North East with radio support from BBC Introducing as well as performing shows for the likes of Summer Streets Festival (run by The Futureheads’ Ross Millard), MUNRO Festival and Tracks.

Kickstarting her musical career by joining We Make Culture’s Young Musicians Project at the age of 14 Lottie began to find her identity as a songwriter. Lottie’s constantly evolving story has previously seen her share stages with the likes of The Lake Poets and Paul Smith (Maximo Park).

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lottiewillismusic

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lottiewillismusic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lottiewillismusic

X: https://x.com/lottiewillismsc

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/56QqCNfmmSqCbt5M05VxMV?si=ynvxP6_LSHO5l9skSdeddg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LottieWillisMusic

Email: lottiewillismusic@hotmail.com

A four-piece punk rock ‘n roll band, born, raised & genuinely sound-tracking life beneath post-industrial-Sunderland.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loudmouthsunderland

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudmouth_band

X: https://x.com/Loudmouthpunk

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2zQRkpCPdyQWSkh96rURww?si=wD8olm31TIm6kQ5Y8LikXA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FP4S-2R4xlY

Bandcamp: https://bosstuneagerecords.bandcamp.com/album/easy-tiger

A four piece grunge punk band.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/loungecodeband

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lounge.code.official/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lounge.code.official

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoungeCodeBand

Lucas Renney is a singer-songwriter from Sunderland. 

He first came to prominence as lead singer and songwriter of XL Recordings artists The Golden Virgins, who split in 2006.

He has recently completed recording an album for Brille Records. Produced by ex-Cocteau Twin Simon Raymonde, the album also features Paul Alexander and McKenzie Smith from Midlake on bass and drums alongside Bella Union's Stephanie Dosen on backing vocals.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/panthersofjazz

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1sl8pWqJf54rTNioyapq5G?si=UIVmLbo7RTuKiBGBpPfZyQ

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/lucas-renney

Bandcamp: http://panthersofjazz.bandcamp.com/

Martin Stephenson & The Daintees is a British rock/folk/pop band combining elements of "rockabilly, show tunes, rootsy pop, straight-ahead rock and punk".

The band is fronted by songwriter/guitarist Martin Stephenson.

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Stephenson_and_the_Daintees

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DainteesBiz/

Web: https://daintees.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martinstephenson2/

X: https://x.com/MGStephenson

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6JOoYuoZlUdvaYpDxlHOOz?si=9FzsnvzyQYq9CBolnttuzQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3NoTszQaBNSurMSn4QtCrw

Bandcamp: https://daintees.bandcamp.com/

Email: lilactree@mac.com

Mecaniques are an electronic duo consisting of multi-instrumentalist/producer Jordan Miller and drummer/producer Jack Wade.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/mecaniques

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mecaniquesmusic/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mecaniques

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0yzBt5Dlk2Irvnjqo2G4uS?si=bdU4yQAVR2qBYG45QvZrpQ

Bandcamp: https://mecaniques.bandcamp.com/track/still-feat-yva

Michael Blackwell is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer.

He has spent the last few years working with artists such as Louis Tomlinson and Lewis Capaldi, and is now ready to embark on his own solo journey. Drawing from a range of influences Blackwell’s sound combines classic singer-songwriter, 90’s grunge, 00’s indie and modern alt-pop.

Learning guitar at a young age, Michael was inspired by his father's record collection, listening to the likes of Led Zeppelin, Cream, The Police and The Beatles. As he grew, he became obsessed with a lot of bands and artists from the 90’s such as Radiohead, Jeff Buckley, Soundgarden, Nirvana and Stone Temple Pilots cementing his love for guitar and classic songwriting.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michaelblackwellmusic/

Web: https://michaelblackwell.os.fan/

SoundBetter: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/241838-michael-blackwell

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichaelblackwell

X: https://x.com/mblackwellmusic

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themichaelblackwell

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6m6rbOfn0fQIVteo1za0wJ?si=V0gmPjpqRZqbzqBgfrB59Q

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelBlackwellOfficial

Mick Grabham is an English rock guitarist born in Sunderland. He played lead guitar for Procol Harum after the departure of Dave Ball, beginning with their album, Grand Hotel through to Something Magic. He later played with Procol Harum at their 30 year reunion party at Redhill, Surrey in 1997, and at their Millennium Concert at Guildford, with the New London Symphonia, in 2000.

He also played a version of "The Wedding March" on the soundtrack of the movie, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, along with his Procol Harum bandmate, drummer B.J. Wilson. In the late 1960s, Grabham (then billed as Mick Graham) was a guitar playing member of Plastic Penny. They had a number six charting song in 1968 with “Everything I Am”.

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mick_Grabham

IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0333234/

Web: https://www.procolharum.com/99/mg-int-1973.htm

RateYourMusic: https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/mick_grabham

Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/artist/368523-Mick-Grabham

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1K8BDSuYpHgoPsMIR37W7A?si=6zHd5u7HRtu-3Hid7kjwmA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=mick+grabham

Instrumental twang and bang surf from the North East coast.

Web: http://themilklizards.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themilklizards

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themilklizards

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/17dXEvwAcTmRnCybRU4cb6?si=AZTru_lOStyD3f4J0u_W-Q

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themilklizards7988

Bandcamp: https://themilklizards.bandcamp.com/

Email: surf@themilklizards.com

Home brewed music by Jordan Hill (This Ain't Vegas, B>E>A>K, White Legs) at Spare Room Studios in Sunderland.

Bandcamp: https://neverdonothing.bandcamp.com/

Hailing from Sunderland, Ninebanks quickly built up a following for their unforgettable, high energy live performances, catchy lyrics and feel-good songs that stick in your head long after the music stops. 

Their unique blend of American and British influences, take the best of both worlds and make it their own.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ninebanksband

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ninebanksband/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninebanks/

X: https://x.com/ninebanksband

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ninebanks

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/42PRfPQPdRIrDHTFITDCtl?si=HlbD4kGVS9ejK3DZgsS4Ag

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-373198037

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ninebanks

Bandcamp: https://ninebanks.bandcamp.com/

Email: ninebanksband@gmail.com

noyou are a Pop Rock band from Sunderland.

Blending slternative guitar driven aggression with a vintage synthetic sheen, the sound of noyou will send you hurtling towards the future in a vehicle of nostalgia and familiar charm.

Having released an EP in 2022, and 4 singles in 2023, the lads are back and feeling fresh after 6 months out to work on some new songs. 2024 will see a brand new 6 track EP and loads of shows all over the UK.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/noyoumsc

Web: https://noyou.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noyoumsc

X: https://x.com/noyoumsc

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0F6TsK8IpQPdVlIN98KZCA?si=WUWuEe2YTAWKfW6JA2d6_g

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@noyoumsc

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@noyoumsc

Bandcamp: https://noyoumusic.bandcamp.com/

Email: noyoumusic@gmail.com

Awkward animals from Sunderland and sometimes others from further away than Sunderland.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omessylife

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/o.messylife/

X: https://x.com/omessylife

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4K5hq78y9cTBqbf5YLOSVU?si=xdoU54K_Slqql7Cq-C9qFQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=o%27messy+life

Bandcamp: https://omessylife.bandcamp.com/music

Email: sickestriffs@gmail.com

Opera socciety for people of all abilities & ages – involved in opera and music theatre in Sunderland. 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OperaSund/

Web: https://operasunderland.co.uk/

X: https://x.com/operasunderland

Email: hello@operasunderland.co.uk

Osiah is a four-piece deathcore band.

Hailing from the extreme music melting pot that is the North East of England, Osiah transcend the deathcore label with what could possibly be the most torturous barrage of filth the UK has produced in recent years.

Crushingly intense breakdowns and deathly chops tread a familiar path, but jarringly detuned guitars, unpredictable tempo changes and vocals that range from wide-ranging pitched screams to commanding guttural bowel openers add an extra evil to the sound that cannot be put in words.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/osiahband

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/osiahuk/

Web: https://osiah.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/osiah_ig

X: https://x.com/osiahband

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@osiahuk

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4zdj6e05Eh8uLVJ6V0V3Mu?si=L7_oAhOuRey1GfAqXLCyfQ

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/osiah-music / https://soundcloud.com/osiah_uk

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/OsiahTV

Bandcamp: https://osiahuk.bandcamp.com/music

Email: osiahband@gmail.com

Patrick Gosling is a singer-songwriter and producer from South Shields, based in Sunderland. 

Operating as a one-man project with being the sole person writing and recording his music, Gosling writes a unique blend of indie rock and Americana. Taking influence from the likes of The Beatles, The War on Drugs, Wilco, Mac DeMarco & Paolo Nutini.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/patrickgoslingg

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patrickgoslingmusic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrickgoslingmusic

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@patrickgoslingmusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0dn48qgwC8i3dbOlNFbkwG?si=p8F-oIBVQ8W3X77hc7Bzrg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuOXWqPrDeTc6o7BpcK349g

Bandcamp: https://patrickgoslingmusic.bandcamp.com/

Email: patrickgoslingmusic@gmail.com

As one-half of the Sunderland-based sibling duo Field Music, Peter Brewis has amassed an impressive catalogue of artful indie pop that is focused, adventurous, and consistently interesting. 

He and his younger brother David formed the band in the mid-2000s and quickly established themselves as standard-bearers of smart English pop, making tightly constructed albums with compositional flair and a knack for unexpected but tuneful hooks. Peter's all-in-one talent as a songwriter, producer, singer, and multi-instrumentalist has been a prominent feature of both and side projects like The Week That Was and You Tell Me.

In 2023, Brewis released Blowdry Colossus, an eclectic, mostly instrumental album that was the first to come out under his given name.

X: https://x.com/brewskibeat

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7bD5WV0lIbD9r8e7t6VHu1?si=X1k2-vHnTGeQ6Tss0wabsg

YouTube: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_k_kAzQePXf7FuWuqgfPwxiRK2KHFnQn7k

Bandcamp: https://daylightsavingrecords.bandcamp.com/album/blowdry-colossus

Hailing from Sunderland, PICNIC started out cutting their teeth amongst the region's flourishing and competitive underground circuit.

Combining pop, funk, indie and jazz enabled the group to find their feet at festival level, while injecting a dose of colour into dingy clubs and earning support slots with the likes of Fickle Friends and Dave Stewart.

PICNIC are a band that wears its heart and intentions on its sleeve. Their pop melodies showcase playful yet heartfelt lyricism, while their upbeat guitar-based pop packs enough punch and rhythm to get a packed room bubbling.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/picnictheband

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/picnicthebandd

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/picnictheband

X: https://x.com/picnictheband

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6vRo0uIdQtISskULwSVLRP?si=nzqEN2UzQ8GpV1nVQUwwXQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@picnicuk7396

Bandcamp: https://picnicuk.bandcamp.com/music

Email: picnicmusic@hotmail.com

Polyfillas are an eclectic rock 'n' roll band from Sunderland, composed of Ava Dangerous, Jamie Dangerous, Alex Almond and Gabe Coates.

After the release of Ava's spellbindingly raw 'Repeat The Defeat' in December 2023, Jamie decided that he too would like to record and release a tune. His response was '15 Minutes of Shame', a politically-charged slice of folk-punk, which was released under the banner of Polyfillas in April 2024.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/polyfillas

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polyfillasband

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5OoAPaRHYNXpQhJIypB0kM?si=dRGN2YeZSLmmMZVZvh-8Tw

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmb85RflU0FiEOVYlV6zqg

Bandcamp: https://polyfillas.bandcamp.com/

They’re alternative, they’re rocky, they’re emo, they’re poppy.

Hailing from the North East of England, Ben Goodfellow and Jamie Martin have been boasting arena anthems with catchy hooks and progressive writing from 16 years old into their (now) early 20s.

New additions Elliot Scott and Steven Goodfellow make the band a perfect four - in their new venture of a bigger sound with even bigger live shows. 

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/postrome

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PostRome

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/post_rome

X: https://x.com/post_rome

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@postromeofficial

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6m6NEPhUNyK5a2MWNoVfCe?si=kAt3NQZhROyC7SpcmCbUVg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PostRome

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/postrome

Email: post-rome@hotmail.com

Northern rock band Pretty Velvet are known for the dual-fronting female/male vocals of Leah Maeve Young and Daniel Maple, their unforgettable presence both on stage and online, and their undeniably timeless aesthetic and velvet sound.

Through the dirty electric guitars and distinctive rhythms of Ewan George, Tommy 'Tuff', and Adam Willis, alongside their catchy riffs, blues edge and subtle dark-pop essence, this group of powerhouse misfits are bringing raw music back and better than ever to a modern world.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/prettyvelvet

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prettyvelvetofficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettyvelvetofficial

X: https://x.com/theprettyvelvet

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prettyvelvetofficial

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3y8qqO1W8N75qT1pdxCIux?si=sqI82KKgRxSvtYpN5BkeIw

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@prettyvelvetofficial

Born out of a shared love for the rebellious spirit of Punk-Rock, Precious Ink is a Alt/Punk Rock outfit known for their anthems of female angst and tales of heartbreak.

Drawing inspiration from the raw sounds of the 00’s Pop-Punk era, coupled with influences from Classic Rock and Alternative Rock, the band has crafted a sound uniquely their own and a unique addition to the Northern Music scene.

Fuelled by the likes of Paramore, Royal Blood, and a dash of Foo Fighters, Precious Ink combines heavy bass lines, wailing guitar riffs, and ethereal harmonies to create a sonic experience that resonates with both the nostalgia of classic punk and the innovation of modern rock. In the true spirit of camaraderie, Precious Ink embraces a collective approach to songwriting. Whether it's starting with heartfelt lyrics or a killer guitar riff, the band builds their songs collaboratively, resulting in a dynamic fusion of individual creativity. With their eyes set on the future, Precious Ink is currently hard at work crafting their debut album, slated for release next year.

The band is dedicated to pouring their passion into this project, promising a collection of tracks that encapsulate their unique sound and storytelling prowess. As they gear up for their debut releases, Precious Ink is committed to sharing their music with the world. Stay tuned for an electrifying journey through the highs and lows of life, love, and the rebellious spirit that defines their Punk-Rock ethos.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/preciousink.band

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550602822205

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precious.ink/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ksjYKyNTOwQyzeZejEvr8?si=c5zyh7nBTMetc_te6MZ7SA

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=precious+ink+band

Youthful, powerful, and passionate, Primaveras are an Indie/Alternative rock group from the North East.

Meeting in 2021 and the growth of their sonic identity began instantly, influenced by the likes of Fontaines DC, Stone Roses, Arctic Monkeys and more, their intricate style and roaring guitars are a must see. And with many gigs and a recently released debut EP, there's no doubt you’ll have your chance.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/primaverasband

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089717957276

Instagram: https://x.com/primaverasband

X: https://x.com/primaverasband

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/43c6mzaYxcp8W5aLpt8UaH?si=LIGR77Q8QKiyK4EEJERHvg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Primaverasband

Email: theprimaverasband@gmail.com

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theramellos

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theramellos

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theramellos

X: https://x.com/theramellosband

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.ramellos

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRCPPvVpuRk

Email: theramellosband@outlook.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rascal_ne/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKX8MFZC1Q0

Red Alert are аn English punk/oi!-band formed in Sunderland in May 1979. 

The group released five EPs and a studio album, and appeared on numerous compilations, including Punk And Disorderly and Carry On Oi!. Three of the band's releases reached the Top 30 in the UK Indie Chart.

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Alert_(band)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redalertsunderland/

Web: https://back.backstreetbattalion.com/index.php?lang=en&odd=2&show=redalert

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4iaK2TE8vaJqdudf4kpy1i?si=LqE03X64T8KljiVuPtyBhA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0HgDQIIKjY&list=PLLctUKGq11QKX7p4Z9MQ77aCw3P01X8je

Email: castironsmith@gmail.com

Red London is an English punk band formed in Sunderland in December 1981, influenced by The Clash, Chelsea, SLF, The Angelic Upstarts, The Ruts and The Jam.

The band named themselves after a Sham 69 song. The band was formed by guitarist Kid Stoker, soon joined by brother Gaz Stoker on bass, as well as vocalist Patty Smith and drummer Raish Carter. In 1982 they signed to Razor Records, and their first release was 1983's Sten Guns in Sunderland EP, followed by the This is England LP in 1984, which received a 5/5 review in Sounds. 

The band began touring Europe from 1985. Having been replaced on drums for the band's debut album, Raish Carter returned on vocals replacing Patty Smith for third release, 1987 EP Pride and Passion, on French label Gougnaf Mouvement. Another French label, Negative, released second album Outlaws in 1989, by which time Marty Clark had taken over vocals. A series of releases followed in the 1990s for various labels both in the UK and abroad. The band reunited in 2018 and played their first gig back at the Museum Vaults in Sunderland.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100049475021558

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/54Ir6AIDoasN4z2OZZNFaM?si=BpUdFwNCQBaILYqJi4fqNA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCGxDTMxV_cXfu-FSg2DVZQ

Email: Junestoker@hotmail.co.uk

Red Remedy are a five-piece alternative pop rock quintet from the North East, England, known for their powerful and infectious music. 

The band's sound combines alternative rock, indie, and punk elements, rhythmic guitar drawing inspiration from Johnny Marr, and a dynamic rhythm section with infectious grooves and melodic basslines.

Red Remedy's captivating performances and rapidly growing fanbase position them for success in the alternative rock scene. Their unique blend of influences, combined with their talent and energy, sets them apart. Their music resonates with listeners, taking them on a journey of raw emotions and heartfelt lyrics.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redremedy

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@redremedyband

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redremedyband

X: https://x.com/redremedyy

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DyyK60Scjh8hOHTRbWt3S?si=sSbizcp_Q_CwqEewTPfGMg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@redremedyband

Email: redremedyy@gmail.com

Rokkari are a Sunderland-based four-piece indie rock band, originally formed through the Young Musicians Project. 

As an up-and-coming local band, Rokkari are making their name with a sold out headline show at the Bunker, and gigs at the Cluny, the Cumberland Arms, and the Independent, as well as featuring on Spark radio.

Inspired by Paramore, Foals, Rage against the Machine, and Wolf Alice, Rokkari’s music is an eclectic blend of all four members’ styles, with Liv as lead vocals and guitar, Ava as lead guitar, Caleb on the drums, and Indie on bass.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rokkari

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rokkariband

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rokkariband

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3sG4MeL7GI55HGsuoYYMT7?si=9gw2tCAWRk6GEZ37HyZNxw

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/rokkariband

Email: rokkariband@gmail.com

Discordant Mackems in every which way. Proof that less is more, Roxy Girls crumple the post-punk blueprint and repurpose it for the modern age. 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roxygirlssunderland

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rrroxygirls

X: https://x.com/rrroxygirls

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1gtmuSSPr9dQKaLWHooNew?si=i6XlOEGATde41OU7jZSjXw

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roxygirlsvevo72

Bandcamp: https://roxygirls.bandcamp.com/

Email: roxygirlsband@outlook.com

Welsh singer/songwriter Ruby Kelly is based in Sunderland and speaks brutally honest tales of her own life and the world around her.

The 21-year-old produces vigorous folk ballads that win over a room full of people like magic. After the success of her 2023 single 'Hometown’, Ruby continues to produce music into 2024 with her latest single 'The Roots' being described as 'poetry in-between the words and music' by Adam Walton, BBC Radio Wales.

After moving to Sunderland, Ruby has become popular in the North East playing at this year’s Northern Kin, Summer Streets and Sunderland Music City Roots, as well supporting The Futureheads at The Fire Station. The astounding soloist was also seen at Beautiful Days in 2023 and this year's Bearded Theory.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rubykelly.music

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rubykelly2002

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rubykellymusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2aRRdRZPX03gXLIP12RpYY?si=Yi6YFWH_RqGvBaW0eC_khg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rubykelly6761

Bandcamp: https://rubykellymusic.bandcamp.com/

Email: rubykelly10@icloud.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryder_uk01

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4qhME614dfrs5HNIMXiwkO?si=KEDbIqIARSy-Mbdl-lvJYA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B07MGHw9oAI

Sara Leilah is an upcoming singer songwriter from Sunderland.

She has played at The Customs House in South Shields, Independent and The Bunker and The Fire Station in Sunderland had performed alongside artists such as The Futureheads, The Lake Poets and This Little Bird. 

She has had great mentorship through the Young Musicians Project in Sunderland, previously at Pop Recs and at Field Music Studio and being able to perform at The Glasshouse in Gateshead.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/saraleilah

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaraLeilahMusic/

Web: http://saraleilah.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saraleilahmusic/

X: https://x.com/SaraLeilahMusic

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@saraleilah

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3QPxjFCk1yRGJcsyXEwAyy?si=8kwgQQPNTQuh6ZpZyKTI_g

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqDNon8cL4ppaMweOrr5Icg

Bandcamp: https://saraleilah.bandcamp.com/track/tonight

David Brewis' solo project mines some of the same brainy art-rock territory as his regular band, Field Music, only with a more personal lyrical perspective and a tendency to add nervy funk and new wave to the proceedings.

X: https://x.com/SchoolOfLanguag

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5nYg8XQXXBVTDPphRLBsfX?si=lmukA5_1RZmcg1AJd3cRTA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWGgseN0QqhrGgySYqXoUFA

NeoFolk Musician / Witch-Pop Pioneer.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/shannonpearl

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShannonPearlOfficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannoninthewild_

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoninthewild_

X: https://x.com/shannonpearl

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/23qgYPUKTf7RnlHPHu0kvu?si=eo8kRvMqTi-jGcLt24p3NA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonpearl

Bandcamp: https://shannonpearl.bandcamp.com/music

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/shannonpearlmusic

Email: shannon.pearl@hotmail.co.uk

An incendiary mix of explosive guitars juggernaut drums and politically fuelled lyrics.

X: https://x.com/slalom_d

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6ql9McIqdjkTZxP82wPTQA?si=6p8G7-YOTpqSJd13vxkq-A

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pits280

Email: SlalomD@hotmail.com

Slug is the solo project of British musician Ian Black, a former touring bassist for angular indie rockers and a fixture of the Sunderland area indie scene since the early 2000s.

Mixing quirky, melodic guitar pop with art rock, '70s funk, and an array of other eclectic influences, Black recorded his debut in 2014 with help from brothers Peter and David Brewis, who co-produced the album.

Rounding out the ensemble are guitarist Rhys Patterson and bassist Andrew Lowther. Slug's debut LP, Ripe, was released in April 2015 by British indie. The follow-up, 2018's HiggledyPiggledy, departed from the debut in being a completely solo effort, with Black playing everything and producing as well.

Inspired by the Residents and the Holy Mountain soundtrack, Black took a minimalist -approach to recording that focused on drums and rhythm while lyrically detailing the Dadaistic nature of modern life. 

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slug_(British_band)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slugslugslugslug

Web: http://slugband.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ian_black_is_a_slug

X: https://x.com/slug_mriblack

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/48g7Egb6qMVLGSrmRnwzfV?si=T0f_Lkc_SjuM-mVtIvSAMg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHciyve1y0w

Bandcamp: https://slugband.bandcamp.com/music

Email: ollie@memphis-industries / matt@memphis-industries.com

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/solsticebandne

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551844688404

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solsticebandne

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SolsticeBandNE

Email: Solstice.Official23@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Sour-Mash-Trio-100046664718920/

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-228274155

X: https://x.com/sourmashtrio

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL54C0451DD6E2B090

A community choir upholding the tradition of male voice singing in the North East. Sunderland Male Voice Choir is a friendly community choir and the ‘Premier Choir’ of the City of Sunderland.

The choir was formed in 1959 and was formerly known as Shiney Row Male Voice Choir. The newly rebranded choir aims to be more inclusive to all communities across the Sunderland region and beyond.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunderlandMVC

Web: https://www.sunderlandmvc.org.uk/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sunderlandmalevoicechoir7016

Email: info@sunderlandmvc.org.uk

An amateur orchestra based in Sunderland with Musical Director David Milner. 

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunderland_Symphony_Orchestra

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sunderlandsymphonyorchestra

Web: https://www.sunderlandso.org.uk/

X: https://x.com/SSOrchestra1

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sunderlandsymphonyorchestr4807

Sunderland Youth and Community Orchestra was originally set up as a youth orchestra. 

It is a place where young people can come together and experience playing as part of an orchestra no matter their standard of playing.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067517837864

Web: https://sunderlandmusichub.org.uk/project/sunderland-youth-and-community-orchestra/

Swindled are a group of five best mates (two of which are brothers) who love making and performing music with each other and you can tell when listening to their debut EP ‘Counting Sheep’. 

When listening to their music, it feels like going back to the past to a time when artists had distinct voices and real instruments were used.

Their Beatles-like harmonies give a unique sound to other music around the northeast and their catchy melodies make sure their songs won’t be leaving your head anytime soon.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/swindledofficial

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SwindledOfficial

Web: https://www.swindledband.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swindledofficial

X: https://x.com/SwindledBand

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swindledband

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/61uYkvaUYuL35uHb0257ul?si=IooNaHRPTCW3ksSSF-qoXQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Swindledoffical

Bandcamp: https://swindled.bandcamp.com/music

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/swindled-official

Email: swindledofficial@gmail.com

Tearjerker is a melodic/alternative punk band from Sunderland, formed in 2021.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TearjerkerNE/

Web: https://littlerocketrecords.co.uk/artists/tearjerker/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tearjerkermusic/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1S9RJm6cvkYUZD2fEABD9Y?si=i53aDfCKQlmrjOL9XJ03lA

Bandcamp: https://tjlrr.bandcamp.com/music

This Little Bird is Sunderland based singer-songwriter Beccy Young.

Beccy began writing songs under this moniker in 2012 as a kind of creative therapy.

Fuelled by catharsis, she takes you on journey through her melodies and words with hopes of sharing the trials and tribulations life throws at us.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thislittlebird

Web: https://www.thislittlebirdmusic.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thislittlebird

X: https://x.com/_thislittlebird

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/thislittlebird

Bandcamp: https://this-little-bird.bandcamp.com/album/anemone

Email: thislittlebird91@gmail.com

Tom A. Smith is a indie rock artist, songwriter and producer from Sunderland. 

With multiple singles and numerous EPs already out, Tom has been crating music from a young age including hits Never Good Enough and Get Me Started.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TomASmithMusic/

Web: https://www.tomasmithmusic.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomasmithmusic

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tomasmithmusic

X: https://x.com/tomasmithmusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6haZIHZVYI79wKvp6FCFML?si=aXJ8uDEIRKuAOUqtarwWxw

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tomasmithmusic

Bandcamp: https://tomasmithmusic.bandcamp.com/

Email: mikewalshmusic@gmail.com / neil@tileyardmusic.co.uk

Torn Apart By Lisa deliver gutsy, no frills alt rock to audiences around the North East of England. Their energetic vibe produces songs that are fun to some, relatable to many and catchy to most.

TABL was started by James Berry as a solo project, but that project soon evolved into a band with Karlos Morgan on Bass and Vince Haugh (sometimes Dan Cooper) on drums.

Their true passion in music came from the early 2000s from watching shows like Kerrang & Skuzz as teens. This has heavily influenced their style as a result, so if you enjoy listening to bands like Blink 182, Bowling For Soup, Alkaline Trio, Offspring etc then you will probably like TABLs music too.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tornapartbylisa

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558448763052

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tornapartbylisa/

X: https://x.com/tornapartbylis_

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tornapartbylisa

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6O8hyfe9a2AmzQ4WPTHQeC?si=i63j-0PhTsivKIyq-9EkgQ

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/tornapartbylisa

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tornapartbylisa

Bandcamp: https://tornapartbylisa.bandcamp.com/track/sir-miserable-bastard

Email: tornapartbylisa@gmail.com

Toy Dolls are an English punk rock band formed in 1979.

Departing from the angry lyrics and music often associated with punk rock, the Toy Dolls worked within the aesthetics of punk to express a sense of fun, with songs such as "Yul Brynner Was a Skinhead", "My Girlfriend's Dad's a Vicar" and "James Bond Lives Down Our Street".

There is often alliteration in their song titles (e.g., "Peter Practice's Practice Place", "Fisticuffs in Frederick Street", "Neville Is a Nerd", “Quick to Quit the Quentin”). They are probably best known however for their sole UK hit, a punk-rock cover of "Nellie the Elephant".

Their albums usually include a cover version of a well-known hit song, usually sped up to the usual punk rock tempo. Covers have included "Blue Suede Shoes", "Toccata in Dm", "No Particular Place to Go", "Sabre Dance", "Livin' La Vida Loca", "Lazy Sunday", "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)", "She's So Modern" and "The Final Countdown". They have also recorded parodies of popular songs, such as "The Kids in Tyne and Wear (Kids in America)" and "The Devil Went Down to Scunthorpe (The Devil Went Down to Georgia)". Their albums often start with a short intro with a catchy guitar riff, and end with an outro, which is usually a slightly longer variation of the intro riff. Kazoos are also prominent in many of their songs.

Most of the band members have nicknames, and are rarely seen without their cartoonish rectangular sunglasses (although they appeared bare-eyed on the One More Megabyte album cover).

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheToyDollsOfficial

Web: http://www.thetoydolls.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelolgaalgar

X: https://x.com/thetoydolls

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/747P2pvOwW22iRcFS9zQDv?si=7FwHe01ERI2HgQZLyZN0jQ

Email: webmaster@thetoydolls.com

Trevor Horn is a record producer and musician from Hetton-le-Hole. He is considered to be someone that defined the sound of music in the 1980’s such was his influence. A self taught musician in the 70’s he featured on tracks as a session player and producer. His first hit single was as a member of The Buggles with their track ‘Video Killed The Radio Star’ in 1979.

For a period of time he was the singer in prog rock group Yes. Before turning his attention and talents to producing. Trevor has worked with such acts as Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Grace Jones, ABC, Seal, LeAnn Rimes and Belle & Sebastian 

Trevor also co founded the record label ZTT Records and was the brains behind The Art of Noise 

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trevor_Horn

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trevorhornofficial/

Web: https://trevorhorn.tmstor.es/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trevorhornmusic/

X: https://x.com/trevor_horn_

TikTok: https://music.tiktok.com/discover/trevor-horn

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2oQd3GVbHbjyCyeG4MGMuT

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/trevor-horn-official

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqQuk53q87bL1IiJ6v_i6Jg

A five-piece rock band from the North East.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valorous_band/

Formed over a love of dance music, Vandebilt are the ideas of Jordan Miller (songwriter/producer), Joe Collins (singer/songwriter), Jack Wade (drums/producer) and Dan Martin (guitar/songwriter).

Initially a recording project the group turned live with a free show at Newcastle’s prestigious venue The Cluny. At full capacity the show made such an impact the band began to work with DJ and producer Smoove on forming a full band sound from studio tracked demos.

After a year touring with Smoove & Turrell playing renowned venues across the UK (Band on the Wall Manchester, Jazz Cafe London, Brudenell Social Club Leeds) the band set about recording their debut album. Beginning with writing trips to France and recording sessions in Liverpool the band returned to their hometown studio ‘Motorhouse’ (Jordan Miller/Jack Wade) to track the album.

Following the two-year pandemic the band headed back to Liverpool to record and mix the album in entirety with Robert Whiteley (Whitewood Recording Studio). ‘The House That Vandebilt’ is a French house influenced pop record filled with earworms, hooks and synth sounds. Stand out tracks include ‘Dream in Colour’ and ‘Diana Ross’.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vandebiltmusic/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vandebiltmusic

X: https://x.com/vandebiltmusic

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7JlBvBg0wyHFVpkIeZqfeZ?si=0tKkldtaSZKGGr-UPh_MKg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VANDEBILTMUSIC

Bandcamp: https://vandebilt.bandcamp.com/music

Email: vandebiltmusic@gmail.com

Vice Killer are a four-piece indie/alternative band based in Peterlee. The band consists of lead singer songwriter Thomas Low Gilling, lead guitarist James Langan, bassist Jack Langan and drummer Lewis Muir. 

The band started writing and recording music in late 2020, after the release of their 2021 debut EP ‘Alone, in This World’ which set the band on to play their first shows in South London, before sell out shows in the North East. The band then released their second release of 2021 'Heroine'.

The band returned in 2023 with single 'The Red Sky' after recording in Liverpool's Motor Museum with Al Groves. As well as their first single recorded with Blank Studios 'Where Can I Find Some Peace?', in 2024 Vice Killer released single 'Marlene's in Trouble' and 'The Dark Side of the Railway (Sunny)'. 

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Vicekiller

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ViceKillerBand/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vice.killer/

X: https://x.com/vicekillerband

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4ZxqeDawXdJGIt1WHZJdEo?si=KRFeeb8GTNuzgLrBCIxsfQ

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vicekillerband

Bandcamp: https://vicekiller.bandcamp.com/

Email: vicekillerband@gmail.com

Fast-paced melodic indie anthems with big sing your heart out choruses. The Voyd have gained a dedicated fanbase up and down the country, with live shows that should not be missed.

Tracks such as ‘Get Away’ and ‘Be There’ reminisce on a blend of noughties indie and Brit Pop, mixed with a shear driving force from this four-piece.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thevoydofficial

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevoydofficial

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thevoydofficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevoydofficial

X: https://x.com/thevoydofficial

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4C2DB5h8S3poJiM4YYDEjU?si=8YD_X4sOSmm0L1yXWdipkA

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thevoydofficial

Email: thevoydofficial@gmail.com

Formed in 2017 after lead vocalist Sean became tired of playing covers, White Collar Rebel initially produced a sound that had an upbeat/dance vibe which took influence from ‘90s acid house and indie music.

Along their journey of maturity, the outfit has developed their sonic output to become a more riff-heavy band whilst also containing glimpses of the acid/dance vibe which they had initially become known for. 

Influenced by the likes of Doves, The Music and Sunshine Underground besides classic rock bands such as Small Faces, Led Zeppelin, The Beatles and Fleetwood Mac, these influences shine through.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whitecollarrebelband/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitecollarrebelband

X: https://x.com/rebelcollar

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3DO3thNTfIH6hzR1bY5trz?si=Z5ZjPNFPSg-rENf3CVCdjw

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wWiLkgPgdvAo4u9BeOP_w

Email: whitecollarrebelband@gmail.com

White Legs are a three-piece post-punk band from Sunderland.

The band contains members of This Aint Vegas, B>E>A>K, Coal Train & The Lake Poets, all veterans of the NE DIY music community with the ethos of a strong NE identity and live confidence to match. 

Boasting Coal Train’s / This Aint Vegas’s trademark strong melodies, sang in an ever-present and still-proud North-East accent, the Wicked Witch EP stomps along in a forceful and triumphant manner, led by Richard’s guitar and heart-on-sleeve vocals, Jordan’s drums, and Martin’s bass and harmonies. 

Brimming with post-punk urgency the music is sweet, yet you can’t help but feel there is a darker thought lurking behind every word.

LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/whitelegs

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whitelegswhitelegs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitelegsband

X: https://x.com/whitelegsband

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whitelegsband

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6h7jczzfYjS4R1nNb75qaa?si=Xcu_mPHKRwCeJDtwtmAEhQ

Bandcamp: https://whitelegs.bandcamp.com/

Email: whitelegswhitelegs@gmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldcupwinnersband/ 

Heavy North East noise.

A three-piece extreme metal band from the Sundered lands. An age of blood and iron. The Yersin live and studio line up includes Chris Storey (vocals), Chris Mallan (drums) and Rob Scott (guitar).

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yersinband

X: https://x.com/Yersinofficial

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5AKr6O9QoHmfriwqqHQGCt?si=XvyTajhPR2qZqN44yE5keg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaWhx93WrQnI6Lu7Zgb3h5Q

Bandcamp: https://yersinofficial.bandcamp.com/music

You Tell Me is the new musical venture from Sarah Hayes and Peter Brewis.

They met performing together at a celebration of Kate Bush’s music, and have since then been writing and recording new songs between Glasgow and Sunderland.

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/You_Tell_Me_(album)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youtellmetoo

Web: https://www.musicglue.com/you-tell-me/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youtellmetoo

X: https://x.com/youtellmetoo

Itunes: https://smarturl.it/you-tell-me

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZR6G3qf3ew

Bandcamp: https://youtellme.bandcamp.com/music

A North East based acoustic duo with an extensive covers repertoire and an original discography. 

YUMA are a foot stompin' blues pop duo comprising of local musicians Shannon Pearl and John Timney.

YUMA have performed at hundreds of venues across the region & country in their six years of being a band and are currently in the process of writing their third EP.

The pair also do their fair share of charity work too, organising gigs in aid of good causes when they can under the umbrella 'YUMA Presents'.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yumamusicofficial

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YUMAmusicofficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yumamusicofficial

X: https://x.com/YUMAmusic_

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4nC8fBdCmuy3LrobYL0a3b?si=txYAq-k5Scief7JU_dBmUQ

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/yumamusic

Bandcamp: https://yuma3.bandcamp.com/

Email: YUMAmusicofficial@hotmail.com

A singer, musician and wordsmith.

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@i_am_yusuff

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/i_am_yusuf

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/106rFhp3VN4J3IiIvUXiIp?si=3uvqETw4SFaVb1zvzbhnwg

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YusufTalksAndRaps