Feedbackmag

29/05/2024

DONT LOSE GRASSROOTS MUSIC

Music venues across the UK are facing a crisis.

Here at Feedback, we want to do something about it.

Over the next two weeks, we want you to go to as many grassroots events as possible, and showcase the best of our scene with the hashtag

And if you’re a musician, use the hashtag to show off your gigs, and we’ll repost as many as we can to try and stimulate growth in the grassroots community.



Read more here:

https://feedbackmag.co.uk/forthemusicians-campaign/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYdgvH9FunUgL7h_UMhP30OkXsfyzuRP4mIwHvljU5a7GbCIdXpefuhD6Y_aem_AYReu4fiHvcT9Ft9W9hyNd8DCXMRZUgU7WES6mPrXdFZn4CEVIfAxYG03MIuQt63rv4oqRXiWEVXTCbP-RmfwXTk

29/05/2024

FEEDBACK LISTENS:

Here are our favourite songs that have been submitted to us this week, all by brilliant artists.

Check them out!
Got Got Need Music Wolfsmoke Alex Holden Ross King

28/05/2024

Who’s your biggest musical inspiration?

At Feedback we have loads. Our team loves The Beatles, AJ Tracey, Beyoncé, Freddie Mercury, Mick Jagger, Kurt Cobain, Drake and more.

Tell us yours!

28/05/2024

Is Birmingham underrated? Should it be amongst the likes of London and Manchester?

Read more about the city that regularly goes under the radar

Birmingham has a rich music history, so why is it overlooked? Now, the title of this piece might be the first point of contention… For me, Birmingham is the second city despite the claims from the Mancs (sorry). Now my apology to the lovely people of Manchester is over let’s talk music. In the U...

28/05/2024

Why your social media following could be affecting your career.

We spoke to Sunda Blue about their experiences

In todays music industry, talent alone isn't enough to catch the eye of record companies. Sunda Blue explain how you can change that.

28/05/2024

Do you agree with them?

As the war between Israel and Palestine continues, these artists are taking a stand

Around 163 grassroots bands claimed to have pulled out of the The Great Escape Festival last weekend over its partnership with Barclays Bank.

28/05/2024

What's the best piece of music equipment you have at home?

Gone are the days when you would have to spend money on recording studios session just to make a demo tape. Now you can do it all from the comfort of your own desk and not continuously having to pay someone else to make your musical ideas a reality. Having a home studio has many […]

28/05/2024

Are open mic nights even worth performing at? What do you think? Let us know in the comments 👇

Bedroom musicians exist in their millions in this country. But taking that next step to performing in front of people is easier said than done and the prospect of multiple pairs of eyes and ears, fully focused on a performer is absolutely terrifying to many music players. The open mic scene has alwa...

28/05/2024

The checklist to make sure you aren't embarrassing yourself at soundcheck:

You will have a lot on your mind, but remembering these sound check rules of etiquette will mean that everything goes smoother for your gig.

28/05/2024

Do you have to have a music degree to play gigs? What do you think?

Many iconic bands have started at university campuses: Coldplay, Pink Floyd, Blur among many others. But, what about doing a degree in music?

28/05/2024

Are these the most iconic band names of all time? Have your say

Choosing band names is a faff. Should you go for something simple or crazy, long or short, random or focused?

27/05/2024

Why are tribute acts important? We spoke to three of the UK's biggest tribute bands to find out what it takes to follow in the footsteps of giants.

Find our here:

Kings of Lyon frontman, Christian Dawson. Tribute acts are among the most well attended small scale live music events in the UK, the ticket cost and party style atmosphere of the events contributing to a consistently solid crowd size. Feedback spoke to the tributes inspired by Green Day, Arctic Monk...

27/05/2024

Why does Drill music have such a bad reputation?

We spoke to artist H1K to find out

Why is there so much hypocrisy surrounding drill? Historically, people haven’t liked things that are new and honest, it scares them, and drill music is a product of this. UK drill producer ‘H1K’ gives an insider perspective on the scene, explaining how much talent, time and work goes into prod...

27/05/2024

What are the best cities to play your music in?

Feedback compiled some of the best cities with the best venues that you should be looking to gig in to help boost your music career.

Liverpool has The Beatles, Manchester the Smiths and Newcastle Sam Fender. Here's why living in a city can get your sound heard.

27/05/2024

We spoke to Chinese X-Factor winner Mary Jess Leaverland on what it's like to win a singing competition

Few musicians can boast such a varied, enthralling and internationally diverse career as Mary-Jess Leaverland.

27/05/2024

The £1 ticket levy that could save grassroot music venues

The government has proposed that the industry introduces a voluntary ticket levy on arena and stadium tickets no later than September 2024.

27/05/2024

£6.7 million was lost in ticket scams last year, here are our top tips to make sure you don't get scammed:

A whopping £6.7 million was lost to ticket scams last year. With festival season just around the corner, Feedback did some digging into how music lovers can stay safe when buying tickets It’s always a gamble when you’re desperate to see your favourite artist live. Tickets are sold out. You’re...

27/05/2024

Declan Welsh & The Decadent West EXCLUSIVE

We spoke to Declan Welsh about the importance of using music as a tool for change

Read it here: https://feedbackmag.co.uk/2024/05/26/trying-to-do-more-than-make-myself-money-declan-welsh-on-using-music-as-a-tool-for-change/

26/05/2024

SUNDAY ROUNDUP

We spoke to Vision Video Band's Dusty Gannon (AKA Goth Dad) about where he found song writing inspiration and where you can find it too

READ IT HERE:

When inspiration hit, it wasn’t somewhere you’d expect. A place that wouldn’t muse the thought of a guitar, or of anything other than survival in every frightful step you take. “Of all places, I started writing music in Afghanistan,” said Dusty, lead singer and guitarist of post-punk goth ...

26/05/2024

SUNDAY ROUNDUP

Can you record music in the comfort of your own home?

How much would it cost?

FIND OUT HERE:

Gone are the days when you would have to spend money on recording studios session just to make a demo tape. Now you can do it all from the comfort of your own desk and not continuously having to pay someone else to make your musical ideas a reality. Having a home studio has many […]

26/05/2024

SUNDAY ROUNDUP:

If you're looking for a way to unwind, we discovered why songwriting is a form of therapy.



Find out how it can help you here:

A fine line exists between songwriting and journaling your thoughts when it all feels too overwhelming. Music is an escape for millions, but the act of picking up a pen and writing down your emotions through songwriting can be extremely therapeutic for some musicians. According to Painted Brain, son...

26/05/2024

SUNDAY ROUNDUP:

We spoke to The Amazons' Chris Alderton about how to play guitar, publicity stunts and how to build a relationship with your fans

READ IT HERE

The Amazons' Chris Alderton talks how you can make it as a young artist, band beef and setting fire to his own tour van.

26/05/2024

SUNDAY ROUND UP

How do you get a gig as a musician starting out?



FIND OUT HERE:

Stepping foot into your local scene can be hard to navigate for an up-and-coming musician. Find out how to with this local expert.

26/05/2024

🚨SUNDAY SHOWCASE🚨

Here are the best articles we’ve published this week, why not take some time this Sunday to read them?

All articles are available via our website or our ‘articles’ highlight

26/05/2024

Have you ever hit a high note whilst singing in the shower, and thought you could win the X-Factor?
We spoke to Mary-Jess Leaverland about her unique experience winning a singing competition, and how it changed her life:
#民星唱翻天

Few musicians can boast such a varied, enthralling and internationally diverse career as Mary-Jess Leaverland.

26/05/2024

SUNDAY ROUNDUP: BILK

We interviewed BILK frontman Sol Abrahams about his experiences with the band, starting up in music, and bad band names

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BILK frontman Sol Abrahams talks about industry plants, starting out in the music industry, and getting early gigs

26/05/2024

Ever wondered how some musicians get millions of views for their music on social media?
We spoke to the people harnessing social media to boost their music careers, and they broke down exactly how they did it.

Find out how here:

Regardless of the type of person you want to reach, your future listeners are already scrolling social media, waiting to be captivated.

26/05/2024

Who's playing near you this Bank Holiday weekend?
Find out here:

Who's playing live music in your area this Bank Holiday weekend? Check out Feedback's extensive guide to find out.

25/05/2024

Grassroots artists are boycotting this festival over the Israel Gaza conflict
Do you agree with their decision?

Around 163 grassroots bands claimed to have pulled out of the The Great Escape Festival last weekend over its partnership with Barclays Bank.

25/05/2024

Our interview with Rum Jungle is out now! #

Watch it here:

Jimmy and Alice went down to Sidney & Matilda to interview Australian surf psych rock band Rum Jungle! We asked them about what its like spending too much time with each other on tour, favourite UK gig and more! Listen to Rum Jungle on Spotify!