Ones To Watch In 2012
2011 was a good year for music, we saw many news acts hit the headlines and make waves across the industry. But 2012 will be even better, check out these little gems. Read More …
Worst Albums of 2011
We’ve had a best so naturally we have to have a worst. There were plenty of brilliant albums released this year, unfortunately these weren’t them. Happy slating! Read More …
Best Albums of 2011
Out of the thousands a new albums released in 2011 we’ve managed to whittle it down to 10 of the best. From Adele to Foo Fighters and Lady Gaga to Jay-Z and Kanye West, there is something for everyone, so get down to your local music store and put these in your basket. You don’t want to miss out! Read More …
Breakthrough Acts of 2011
2011 has seen a number of new acts emerge onto the music radar so here at FemaleFirst we’re looking back over this year to look at the top 5 breakthrough acts of 2011 Read More …
Watch Out For Parichay
With more than a decade in the global music industry, Parichay, a critically acclaimed music artist who is captivating audiences across geographies, is fast becoming a recognized name in the international scene, with his pioneering fusion style of mixing Hip-Hop, Rock, Reggae with South Asian and Hindi Classical influences Read More …
The Overtones - Say What I Feel
The Overtones announce the release of their new single ‘Say What I Feel’. An original song that features on the Platinum Edition of their hit album ‘Good Ol’ Fashioned Love’, ‘Say What I Feel’ is a perfect example of why this band is one of Britain’s greatest success stories of 2011. Read More …
Close But No Cigar: Curse of the Christmas Number 2
Ever since the music charts started 50 years ago, musicians have been consistently blighted by the nation's inexplicable penchant for "novelty" tracks such as Bob the Builder and Mr Blobby, or for the past several years, the X Factor beating them to one of the most coveted accolades of the year - the Chistmas Number One. Read More …
Introducing Sarvi
At twenty-two, Sarvi is a young, talented and beautiful singer/songwriter whose new single, Amore, is causing a stir in the dance scene. Read More …
Introducing The Dunwells
Utterly natural. There’s no more fitting description for both the music of The Dunwells as well as the story of their magical rise from the pubs of Leeds, England to an American record deal and a stunning debut album in just two short years. Read More …
Ones To Watch in 2012 - Big Time Rush
Big Time Rush have already enjoyed a super successful 2011 and that looks set to continue on into 2012. Read More …
The Japanese Popstars - Shells Of Silver Video
The Japanese Popstars are Gary Curran, Declan ‘Decky Hedrock’ McLaughlin and Gareth Donoghue. These three lads from Northern Ireland have been racking up the air miles, carving out a global reputation to rival the biggest names in dance music as a must-see live act and purveyor of raucous, foot-stomping, energetic electronic dance music. Read More …
Laura Marling announces new tour
Laura Marling has announced that she will be touring the UK at the beginning of next year. Read More …
Meet Noah Stewart
One of the recent highlights of Noah Stewart's burgeoning career was singing in Mozart's Requiem at Carnegie Hall, but his first appearance at the fabled Manhattan venue was less auspicious. Read More …
Roll Deep - Picture Perfect Video
London’s most renowned music collective, Roll Deep, are set to return in January with single ‘Picture Perfect’, the first cut to be taken from their forthcoming album due out April next year. Read More …
Classic Cuts: Dropkick Murphys - Blackout (2003)
A mainstay and vital name in the global punk scene, Dropkick Murphys are a must-hear band for anyone who wants to get into the genre. Read More …
Olly Murs - In Case You Didn't Know (Album Sampler)
Olly Murs, In Case You Didn't Know, new, album, sample, stream, hear, listen, Dance With Me Tonight, Xtra Factor Read More …
Video: The Saturdays - The Making Of On Your Radar (Part 3)
What better way to celebrate the new album than by watching the third of four videos looking at the making of On Your Radar, track by track? Read More …
Video: The Saturdays - The Making Of On Your Radar (Part 2)
What better way to celebrate The Saturdays' new record than by watching the second of four videos looking at the making of On Your Radar? Read More …
Artist Advice: Army of Freshmen
Last week we kicked off our new series Artist Advice, with eight musicians giving words of wisdom to upcoming acts. This week, Army of Freshmen's Chris Jay joins us as our guest columnist to provide his 10 tips for making it in this industry. Read More …
Video: The Saturdays - The Making Of On Your Radar (Part 1)
What better way to celebrate The Saturday's new album than with the first of four videos looking at the making of On Your Radar? Read More …
Introducting: Aaron Delahunty
‘Never Happen Again’ is the debut single from new kid on the block Aaron Delahunty. Read More …
Classic Cuts: Eric Clapton - Slowhand (1977)
For this edition of Classic Cuts, we're back to the '70s with Eric Clapton's Slowhand. Read More …
The Weekend Playlist #11: Black Sabbath
To celebrate the return of Black Sabbath (Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Bill Ward), we've put together a mixtape of some of our favourite songs by the forefathers of heavy metal. Read More …
