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It’s finally been confirmed that the 6th season of the Rap Game UK will return this year, and applications are open NOW! This latest renewal makes the Rap show the longest-running programme focused on Black British music across all mainstream TV platforms of the last 25 years! Liverpool will be the shows base this year, … More The Rap Game UK renewed for Season 6 – are you ready?
Leader of British super group Incognito, Jean-Paul Maunick aka Bluey, has opened up about his recent Parkinson’s diagnosis. The guitarist, composer and producer who, formed acid-jazz band Incognito back in 1979, informed fans via newletter about his early diagnosis. “In 2023 I was diagnosed as having early Parkinson’s. Scared the hell out of me at … More Incognito’s Bluey on early Parkinson’s diagnosis
Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s 2001 hit, Murder on the Dancefloor, is back in the UK Top 40 due to the Saltburn effect. The Amazon Prime, smash-hit, film Saltburn, starring Jacob Elordi (Kissing Booth), Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl) and Barry Keoghan (Dunkirk) – features a memorable scene at the end with Barry Keoghan and Sophie’s track. The scene … More Saltburn swings Sophie Ellis-Bextor back into the UK charts
Emotional messages of love and admiration poured across the web, as Radio 1 host Annie Nightingale sadly passed away yesterday, following a short illness. Annie joined Radio 1 back in 1970 as their first female Dj, and carved out a career of seeking out underground music and artists, bringing them to the forefront. She also … More Tributes paid to pioneering broadcaster Annie Nightingale
Almost 40 years after it was first featured, Purple Rain the film starring Prince is being adapted into a stage play. … More Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ to be made into a stage play
Of the highs that happened in 2023, the release of Gotts Street Park’s debut album, On The Inside, has to be up there!
A mellow 60’s soul-infused joint with trip hop beats and cinematic instrumentals will leave you scrambling for the Leeds trio’s back catalogue! … More Album Review: Gotts Street Park – On The Inside
It doesn’t seem all that long ago since the close of 2023 festivals, and now as postive affirmations for 2024 kick in, a few musicians may be looking towards festivals and seeking opportunities to play them – well fear not, Musicvein is here with a rundown of a few festivals with applications still open. FESTIVAL … More Apply to play UK Festivals 2024
After a decade of blogging, bringing you the latest industry news, reviews and interviews – Musicvein is taking that to the next level by joining the Eava FM family. Eava FM, is a multi-lingual community radio station in the heart of Leicester. Serving the diverse people of the area and beyond, you’ll find a mixture … More Musicvein Joins Eava FM
“The Rap Game UK” is set to return for its 5th season on November 6. Viewers eagerly anticipate witnessing another exciting clash similar to past seasons, a humorous moment like Graft v Lesia from season 3, or discovering a new stylish persona surpassing Lady Ice from season 1. The show will be aired on BBC3 and Iplayer. … More The Rap Game UK returns for season 5
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