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Oliver Pinder

British singer/songwriter Oliver Pinder is known for his sad boy indie pop songs. He first gained attention with the song “Dear” in 2015 at 14 years old. This was included on his debut EP “Island Rain”. He has toured the UK supporting the likes of; JP Cooper, Benjamin Francis Leftwich, Embrace, Billie Marten, Marika Hackman,…

Bear Park

Newcastle indie-pop three-piece Bear Park – made up of members Guy Robson, Shay Bagnall, and Adam Marshall – formed in 2019 at 14 and 15 years of age – have been a breath of fresh air on the music scene ever since. A chance encounter led to them working with Gary Powell of The Libertines,…

STARING AT STATIC

Staring at Static are a 3-piece synth-rock band based in Cleckheaton. Other than some fun crowd-pleasing covers, expect to hear some original music inspired by a blent of 80s rock and 90s punk.

3 Mile motorway

3 Mile Motoway and a 2 piece Alt rock band from our home town of Cleckheaton.

Waiting for Caine

Formed in 2024 and hailing from Driffield, Waiting for caine are an original synth-based indie pop/rock band with a twist of prog, just for good measure!

RINGO AND THE WOLF

Who is Ringo And The Wolf? The Leeds band produce music for those who want to get lost in a sound of reverb drenched guitars, driving drum beats and warm synths. Those who’ve experienced what life throws at them. Those with past pains and future desires. Named after two iconic characters from cult cinema masterpiece…

CLEMENTYNE

Prepare for an unforgettable musical journey as CLEMENTYNE takes the stage at Big Tree, bringing their bold and refreshing sound to the Alternative/Indie scene. Formed in 2024 by a group of five lifelong friends, CLEMENTYNE draws from a vast pool of inspiration, including The War on Drugs, Radiohead, Moby, and other iconic influences. Their music…

FORMING

Forming are on the verge of releasing their debut album but the Leeds-based three-piece aren’t exactly newcomers. Until recently Ian Mitchell (vocals/ guitar), Ben Dawson (bass/ vocals) and Mike Evans (drums) played together as Unstable Journey. A psychedelic force to be reckoned with, the band released some astounding music. Just listen to the dizzying heights…

SPENO

Speno is a singer/songwriter from Pontefract, West Yorkshire who plays both acoustically and alongside a band, covering the likes of Oasis and The Smiths while playing his own songs too!

lomens

Lomens are a 4-piece alternative rock band from West Yorkshire, channeling the swing between light and dark into a sound that’s explosive, gritty, and emotionally raw. Their music swings like a pendulum, heavy yet melodic, high-energy yet introspective, blending soaring hooks, spacey textures, and lyrics that dive deep beneath the surface. Their first three singles…

The Extraordinary Ramble Gamble

Ramble Gamble are an alternative-folk band from Lincolnshire, formed in early 2014. Matt Hercock, Jonny Lavin and Sian Hart formed the band out of a love for music, drinking and refusing to conform to the general sound of their local music scene, since then they have developed their sound into something much bigger, having been joined…

Bellevue days

Bellevue Days Bellevue Days are an alt-rock band from Croydon Surrey. They have released three EPs and an album is in the offing. Rosehill is the latest EP out now! The first single, “Shotgun”, was released in September 2019. Alan Smith – Guitar,voxDan Lukes – Guitar,voxJoe Blackford – Bass,voxJack Pavitt – Drums

Time to respond

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Olivia Lynn

OLIVIA LYNN is strongly influenced by family, friends, country music culture and sounds of it’s hometown. Even as a youngster, she was drawn to music and musicians, influenced by her Nana. Olivia truly understands the power of music and lyrics that speak to fans across generations. Olivia’s signature style is instantly recognisable and will become…

LIMEWave

Limewave brings you retro synthpop for the modern-day cynic. Blending 80s-inspired sounds and vocals with electric violin and a lot of green, LIMEWAVE takes you on a traverse through the existential, societal and introspective that will leave you nostalgic for a time that never happened. Perfect for those disillusioned with today.

Work In TV

Sheffield formed alternative indie band Work In TV broke out in 2024 with an EP released on Blaggers Records. The band have toured throughout the UK, sold out every headline show in their hometown and recently played their first EU shows in France. They are enjoying continued support from BBC 6 Music, Apple Music, Radio…

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