Recently I have been fortunate enough to go to several gigs all over the shop and bumped into a whole host of unsigned artists who are not just up'ing their performance game, but doing a whole heap of madness you wouldn’t think was possible for so called ‘unsigned hype’.
‘Clement Marfo and the Frontline’ being probably the best example. Unsigned? Check, giging like a headless chicken? Check, small overseas tour? Check…what? I know I know. The thing is, if you're unsigned and there are certain things that you're not doing right about now, then you have to watch what these guys are up to if you want tips on ‘making it and breaking it’.
Clement Marfo and the Frontline are a full band, backing singers, hip hop, sick lyrics and hooks. My first encounter was at 333 in Old street through the lovely Sei ki and my gosh they smashed it so hard any following act would have definitely been in tears.
Enough talk, I’ll leave you with a small video clip and their myspace for you to check out, and then I’ll follow up with an interview when they return from their Finland tour, yeah that’s right!
Artcha is a well known underground artist with a wealth of experience behind him, He has represented the UK in the BET’s Hip hop global search showing them how the UK can produce just as good raw talent as the US. His first Album ‘Therapy sessions’ has received raving reviews with top magazines such as ‘Touch’ and many well known Dj’s within the Industry.
Artcha’s flava is one that cannot be compared to another he can enthuse deep and heavy hip-hop with a bouncy dance inspired beats and still be on top. He is a truly original lyricist who showcases this every time he takes to a stage or mic.
Make sure you check out his album and mixtape and show sum luv!!
The album Therapy Sessions is available to download now on I-Tunes
The new mixtape Therapy Sessions: Chapter 2 is out now available from www.3meworld.com
Look out for Artcha’s second album ‘Experience’ due out later this year.
I’m excited! And it’s not that dull, controlled, adult kind of excitement… it’s that ‘kid just got a new toy and I want to play with it all day’, kind of excitement!My fingers are tingling…it’s spreading to my arms, flickering across my back! Trust me… I’m excited!
This is my first blog for Fat Talent, and I feel energised. Thank you to Fat Talent for inviting me. So who am I, this weird and over-excitable person talking at you from beyond the screen?
My name is Yelitza aka Flutter. I’m a singer / songwriter from Brum and I am hoping you will become a regular reader of my music blog!Subscribe…subscribe…subscribe!
This blog is going to be all about the ladies. The reason? Well I already have a monthly show called L.I.M.E. (Ladies in music and entertainment) which is all about female artists, so makes sense to marry the two things together.
Not only will I let you know how each show goes; sharing pictures, video and stories but I will also do features on the artists to make sure you guys are up to date with that’s happening in Birmingham! Wouldn’t want you to be left behind now would I?
So L.I.M.E., what is it all about?
It’s a combination of things.A musical movement… a songstress’ society…. a group of gorgeous women doing their thang!In short, L.I.M.E. is a way of giving female artists the chance to shine!I noticed a need and much like FatTalent LIVE, here is my contribution to the solution.
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The last Thursday of each month we put on a night where we have food, drink and music!We get together to appreciate unsigned talent and have established artists come and grace the stage too!The artistic sounds cross all music genres: pop, hip-hop, funk and jazz, acoustic, dancehall… you name it, we got it.
Imagine if you will, a low-lit room with strobe lights splashing deep reds and blues across the walls and mirrors!Hugging the walls are small booths with bucket chairs for you to sit back and relax.Dotted around are small padded stools and little drinks tables.To the far end of the room is a small bar dedicated solely to the guests of L.I.M.E.Behind it stands a laid back bar-tender and to his left a DJ playing the best in unsigned music.
The artists stand on floor level mike in hand, singing, rapping, mc-ing with style.The fabulous audience cheer, applaud, ‘ooh’ and ‘ahh’ in response.This is L.I.M.E.It has to been seen to be truly appreciated, but trust me, you have not been anywhere quite like it.The mood is infectious, the vibe is relaxed.It’s like you’re at a family reunion and only the family members you like have been invited!
L.I.M.E. - February flavours!
February’s instalment of L.I.M.E. was off the chain! It was packed! And it was fun!
There were the regular ladies of LIME and then there were some new acts!The night was topped off with a fabulous performance by Blaktwang and then a DJ set by Dan Kelly.People did not want to leave!Check out the photos... smiles all round!That’s what a great night out should be like!
March is set to be just as successful if not more so.The word is spreading and it seems everyone wants a dash of L.I.M.E.Stay tuned for your next slice!
