Posts Tagged ‘carl stanley’

Since the release of modern indie classic ‘Heavyweight Champion Of The World‘ put Reverend & The Makers at the forefront of a guitar-led charge on the charts in 2007, the band’s frontman Jon McClure has proven himself to be one of the most engaging characters to burst onto the British music scene in recent years.

And while many contemporaries have already fallen by the wayside since that rock surge of a few years ago, McClure’s spirit of diversity and willingness to experiment has kept him right at the edge of the many changes which have re-shaped the music industry forever, with the band’s embracing of social networking ahead of the release of third studio album ‘@Reverend_Makers‘ on May 7th another strong symbol of their desire to welcome new trends with open arms.

In this exclusive Live4ever interview, Jon discusses the social network boom and its value for interacting directly with his fans, the revolution of the music world he’s witnessed during the last decade, how being chased by the cops on Facebook helped to fill in time between albums, and why he’s giving political commentary a miss this time round.

2012 is looking good for the boys from Manchester after The Janice Graham Band played a short UK tour warming up for their support slot with The Inspiral Carpets this month. Character is not in short supply with the band as singer Joe and drummer Tom let Live4ever contributor Carl Stanley know how things are with some straight Mancunian talking…

From fronting popular Nineties Britpop-era band Hurricane #1, to creating beautiful pieces of abstract art that have been snapped up by the likes of Donald Trump and Mike Tyson, Alex Lowe is successfully strutting the line between art and music. His next exhibition The Aquarian Conspiracy, which sees him team up with ex-record boss Alan McGee, is his latest artistic venture; exploring one of their mutually favourite topics – Magick. While also finding the time to write his fifth solo album, it seems Alex has hit creative overdrive. Where does he get the time?

Liverpool band Space are to perform in their beloved city this Christmas for a one-off gig. The band’s frontmen and sparring partners Tommy, Jamie and Franny – who split in 2005 – have announced they will play the Liverpool 02 Academy on December 22nd for what’s sure to be a special night. Tommy and Jamie spoke to Carl Stanley:

Even at first listen, the foremost influences on The Captive Hearts are clear to see. The Wigan quartet take their cues from the 1960s mod scene with a growing catalogue of upbeat, predominantly positive guitar driven pop melodies that are infuriatingly infectious.

Think you’ve heard it all before? Think again. These guys have far more to offer than just another tired Beatles rip off.

John Robb cuts the unique profile as an artist, presenter and music commentator in a way no one has done before. His strong Punk ethic, together with an ever-switched on musical radar has made Louder Than War the website it is today.

So it was great to get the chance to turn the questions on him, and find out how he’s covered so much over the years, and the recent banter at the Stone Roses press conference.

After the sad passing of Larry Cassidy, Manchester’s original post-punk techno band Section 25 have regrouped with daughter of both the late Larry and Jenny Cassidy Bethany Cassidy now providing vocals. Their recently released EP ‘Invicta‘, is an electronic rush of synth layered uplifting pop, with lush vocals – the sound of the Factory originals once again moving on.

Glaswegian mod band The Hollows are currently ripping it up with shots of Maximum RB while looking as classic as they sound. It’s a mod revival with intent which has seen the band play Alan McGee’s gig night as well as supporting The Moons. With ex-Primal Scream Jim Beattie on board as manager things are looking good for the Boys from Glasgow.

Manchester’s The Tapestry are a band that grabs you on first listen, possessing things we all love about indie music; whether it’s the melodies or the choruses, The Tapestry do their stuff in their own edgy but charming way. At such an early stage they are confidently writing hugely popular songs, no more apparent than on new single ‘Take Turns‘. Here frontman and guitarist Liam tells the Live4ever Ezine of the story so far…

The Live4ever Ezine was delighted to catch The Clash legend Mick Jones in Liverpool, appearing at the city’s recent ‘Don’t Buy The Sun’ concert.

Live4ever asked Mick about the gig and his affinity with Liverpool, as well as his connection with Taurus Trakker, the duo consisting of his cousin Martin Muscatt and Alison Phillips, with whom Mick has played live and appeared on their second album ‘Building Ten‘.