Interview: Killaflaw
Killaflaw Words: Gary Lambert Photos: Gaz Jones Modern music gets me down a lot of the time. Often I am left feeling that music is all about the style and pretence rather than the feeling of the heart and the beat. I hope I am not the only one feeling like this. If not, then … Continue reading
Interview: Elevant
Elevant Words: Gary Lambert Photos: Gaz Jones If you have ever been to the waterfront at Liverpool you will know that it is windy on a good day. When we met up with Elevant it was not a good day and both myself and photographer, Gaz Jones, were struggling to find suitable places to get … Continue reading
Interview: Scarlet
Scarlet Words: Gary Lambert Photos: Gaz Jones Picture the scene: you are in an up-and-coming rock band preparing to release your EP with a big gig in your hometown (ish) the next night. Do you: 1. Chill out with friends and family and relax? 2. Get the band into the studio and run through tomorrow’s … Continue reading
Interview: Amber Run
Amber Run It is no secret that we here at Popped Music HQ have been fans of these somewhat cheeky chappies for quite some time now. We’re even headed off to see them on their Communion New Faces* tour this weekend and then again on Tuesday for more fun. We can never get enough. Then … Continue reading
Interview: Prides
Prides A band I discovered thanks to BBC Introducing and caught them when they headlined the BBC Introducing stage at Leeds festival this year. They impressed and so when I saw they were visiting Liverpool I put in a request for a little face to face time with Lewis, Callum and Stewart and they very … Continue reading
Interview: Lucy Rose
Lucy Rose She might not have a record to promote right now but singer songwriter Lucy Rose is still keeping her fans busy by throwing them a few shows in support of Oxjam. Lucy will play at the Arts Club in association with Oxjam Liverpool Takeover on October 16th and then will play a show … Continue reading
Interview: Cut Ribbons
Cut Ribbons Welsh band Cut Ribbons are about to unleash their EP Sail on 20th October. Having spent a good amount of time both in the studio and out on the road this year the band are racking up fans like no one’s business. Popped has caught up with them ahead of their release for … Continue reading
Video Exclusive: Deap Vally Pt2
Deap Vally We recently brought to you PT1 of a video exclusive for Deap Vally and now it’s time for part 2! The rock chicks were filmed during their visit to the UK earlier this year. The exclusive footage of Deap Vally’s promotional trips and their show at The Great Escape Festival has now made … Continue reading
Video Exclusive: Deap Vally Pt1
Deap Vally Earlier this year Deap Vally took to the stage for Brighton’s The Great Escape festival. Aside from that they also did some interviews and some general tomfoolery. We’ve been given a two part video capturing the crazyness of these two rockletts to share with you. It’s another great Popped exclusive. The girls are … Continue reading
Interview: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club
BRMC So a few weeks ago I had the pleasure of officially meeting BRMC’s Robert Levon Been. I was quite nervous and despite several people telling me I would be in safe hands (so to speak) I was still a bit apprehensive as I made my way up the ridiculous spiral staircase and into the … Continue reading
Interview: Hatcham Social
Hatcham Social So, I find myself in Liverpool for this one, my old stomping ground, and the venue, The Magnet, is pretty much as I remember, sadly smells n all! The poster reads; Doors 7PM yet as I stand there, with other people, at 7.15, the doors are firmly closed. A quick call later and … Continue reading
Interview: Sam Bradley
Sam Bradley I was introduced to Sam’s music last year by a friend who knew how much I loved Marcus Foster. Turns out these guys are friends, friends who happen to share a pretty cool talent when it comes to singing and song writing. It has been a pleasure to get to listen to his … Continue reading
Interview: Marcus Foster
Marcus Foster So it was a very wet and rainy weekend and we spend some of it watching Marcus Foster play (admittedly this is fast becoming a favourite past time of mine, it’s such a unique experience). Firstly we watched him play a VERY very hot sweaty venue in Shepherds Bush ( apparently this place … Continue reading
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