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Hacienda High Times: Remembering The Sound Of The ‘Madchester’ Rave Era

In the wake of the current club closings a little throwback into the glory days of dancefloor euphoria feels like a fitting thing to do. For NBHAP head Norman the era of late 80s and early 90s acid house and dance music is a period of time he loves to revisit from time to time. Two mixtapes celebrate the legendary vibe of the era and take the sound into the here and now.

Mates For Life: Diving Into The Special Friendship Of Smith & Burrows

Almost ten years after their first joint album, the two songwriters return with a follow-up that is once again fuelled by the joyful energy of their companionship. NBHAP head Norman phoned up the two buddies in the middle of the harsh lockdown reality to get a better understanding of their musical union and kind friendship.

Listen AHEAD Playlist Update: Katy Kirby

The anticipated debut album of the Texas-based songwriter is finally happening this week and we tell you why it's wise to have it on your radar. Further additions to our newcomer playlist include Belle Tower, Georgie, Roller Derby, CIEL, Sacropolis and more.

Black Country, New Road Are Reshaping Indie-Rock For Our Disturbing Times

A much needed fresh approach for guitar music is happening in the UK right now, freed from any hit single expectations and conventional genre limitations. With the furious energy of their debut album "For The First Time" the seven-piece from London is leading this new movement with stubborn determination. NBHAP author Tamsin Paternoster spoke with the band and took a closer look at the Black Country, New Road microcosm.

New Artist Encounter: In Conversation With Bleach Lab & Francis Of Delirium

After introducing you to some of 2021's most promising new artists a while ago, we went one step further and brought some of those artists together in a virtual room to discuss what it feels like having a career in the music industry right now with ... well, everything's that's going on. The second edition of our little interview series connects Luxembourg's Francis Of Delirium with British band Bleach Lab. Feel kindly invited to discover them right here.

Listen AHEAD Playlist Update: Bored At My Grandmas House

Leeds-based songwriter Amber Strawbridge delivers a wonderful title-track from her debut EP "Sometimes I Forget You're Human Too". Discover it in our newcomer playlist along with fresh music by Melby, Creams, The Ella Sisters, Cassia, Sophie Morgan and more.

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