White Powder Gold - Up-and-Coming artist

White Powder Gold pack bundles of energy, enthusiasm and nothing but rock into every song. Their singles 'Can't Stop Me Now' , 'RockNRolla' and the 'Can't Stop Me Now' remix by Lewi White, will be played on Just Another Radio from this week. 

White Powder Gold are a new indie/rock band based in London.  They have been described as having an 'indie style with an urban twist' and we absolutely love this blend of genres. They have been featured on BBC Introducing, Alt Sounds and MTV Wrap-Up and are set to have a bright future in the music industry.

'Can't Stop Me Now' combines an addicting bass line intertwined with the awesome riff and rocking vocals to create 3 minutes and 49 seconds of pure awesome. More importantly for some, the lyrics evoke being unstoppable and alive, much like rock music itself. Its hard to remember the last time a rock group has displayed such talent with such attitude and power. 

'RockNRolla' is the song that pushes the boundaries. A high tempo. A catchy riff. Turn-it-up worthy vocals. Everything a rock song should have. It shows off the diversity of the group and honestly, I can't pick a favourite song as they are all unique in their own awesome way. 

Overall, White Powder Gold revive rock and smash almost every modern pop artist out of the water. Both these singles should be on your mp3 player or laptop by the end of today and if they are not, I will be very disappointed in you :P Their music is addicting and any rock fan should keep an eye out for them in the future as they have huge potential. 

We asked them a few questions, and here's what they said:

What inspired you to become a band?

The progression from playing to a cd to live needed the sound of a full band so we grew with our sound.

Who are your main influences?

Stooge's, Stones Roses, Sizzla, 2pac, Beastie Boys, Muddy Waters, Rage against the Machine and the Beasty boys

What is your best memory with White Powder Gold?

When we found the right musicians for the band and the sound progressed.

Where does the name come from?  

The name comes from the subatomic element of the ancient Egyptians . It was rediscovered recently , it was eaten to to heighten brain connectivity .

Their fan base is growing rapidly and you also can support them on Facebook here - www.facebook.com/whitepowdergold - and Twitter here - www.twitter.com/whitepowdergold. 

iLL-iteracy - Up-and-Coming Artist

iLL-iteracy are bringing rap

 to Just Another Radio.
Only rarely, will you  find a new rap artists that are true to rap. iLL-iteracy are one of those artists. As often as the phrase is used today, iLL-iteracy are genuinely a fresh, distinctive group.  You can download their album 'The Ensembly Line' from their website and also check out their 'iLL-it beatz' that have samples which are free to use. 


Each member of iLL-iteracy have 'developed affinities for music early on in their lives' and this passion sets iLL-iteracy apart from other artists. Also, from reading their biography and listening to their music you can realise how strong each members relationships are and the amount of work that they put into their music as a group. 

'After school, each of the members would gather around a computer, a base-model plastic computer microphone, and a technologically inferior recording program just for kicks.  There was no mission in mind; no money-making scheme...  There was just music.'

  We truly appreciate the fact that they do not aim for money. When money becomes the sole purpose of doing something that requires heart, it won't work. iLL-iteracy do not follow other 'trends' because (anyone who uses Twitter will know) trends aren't permanent. Real music, however, is. 

  

        'The members of iLL-iteracy are Scott Dudley - "Chris Prythm", Kirk Dudley - "Speek Eazy", Corey English - "WiLL Spitwell", and George Trent -   "Young Observe".  Their sound is inspirational but far from ignorantly blissful and their musical arsenal ranges from upbeat anthems to thought provoking, more conscious selections.'

I believe that iLL-iteracy will get far, they've said themselves 'the motivation that pushes them harder and fuels the hunger that so many others lack'. They are aiming for what they deserve through their dedication and hard-work. We feel so privileged to support them and hope that us helping them now is just a first step for them to achieve as much as they can. 

Listen out for some of their tracks on Just Another Radio and support them! 

Ill-iteracy's Website: www.ill-it.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ill-iteracy/156462941130

YouTube- http://www.youtube.com/user/iLLNetwork

Twitter - https://twitter.com/#!/iLLiteracy - @iLLiteracy

The Cat That Walks Alone - Up-and-Coming Artist

Recently added to our Up-and-Coming section is the Indie Rock artist 'The Cat That Walks Alone'. 

His second single Push/Pull is released on the 27th February 

2012. We think this new single will have you playing this song on repeat; his unique voice just seems to perfectly fit the detailed rhythm - not forgetting the catchy choruses. It's an outstanding track and we wish Cameron (a.k.a. The Cat That Walks Alone) great success in the future. The new single Push/Pull is now airing on Just Another Radio and we encourage you to purchase the track (if you like it as much as we do) when it is released on the 27th February.

''Push/Pull is the follow up single to his debut, which has now sold over 500 copies through airplay and word of mouth alone.  The new single’s intricately layered guitars weave around an infectious synth and soaring chorus giving elements of MGMT, Biffy Clyro and Grandaddy, yet remaining characteristic of The Cat That Walks Alone in it's distinct vocals and pounding groove."

“Gorgeous...”  Gary Crowley, BBC Introducing

“With big choruses, and an unmistakeable voice, The Cat is definitely one to watch!” The Good Villager

“A cracker of a debut..”  Jim Gellatly, In:demand Uncut

You can support The Cat That Walks Alone through Facebook, Twitter and Myspace or visit his website.
www.thecatthatwalksalone.co.uk - www.myspace.com/thecatthatwalksalone
 www.facebook.com/thecatthatwalksalone - www.twitter.com/thecatthattalks
You can email info@alignromance.co.uk to join the mailing list.


Go to www.thecatthatwalksalone.co.uk to pre-order Push/Pull.

Also available from iTunes, Amazing Tunes, Amazon, bandcamp and all other major digital outlets.

Top 15 Indie Songs of 2012 (so far)

This week's Top 10 Chart has been Indie themed and included in it were some fairly recent releases. I have scoured the internet and music world to find some of the best Indie songs of 2012 and-compiled them into the list of awesomeness below. Feel free to voice your opinion in the comments or email justanotherradio@gmail.com and I'll add some more songs! 

The format is: Song Title, Artist (always in bold), video link and additional notes.

15. How Much Can You Swallow So Much Sleep - Bombay Bicycle Club - Video - Stop-motion video

14. Princess of China - Coldplay and Rihanna - Video - A bit more alternative than indie, but still a great track. 

13. Don't Stop (Color on the Walls) - Foster The People - Video - A recent hit by Foster The People

12.  Iverness Ironworld - Kassidy - Video - December 2011/January 2012

11. The Chambers & The Valves - Dry The River - Video - Creative music video 

10. Nothing Lasts Forever - SUDDYN - Video - One of our Up-and-Coming artists.

9. Runaway - Imperial Teen - Video - A recent hit by 'Imperial Teen'

8. We Should  Be Swimming - Zulu Winter - Video - Recent release (Feb 8th) 

7. Charlie - The Deets - Video - A new Indie band with a 'Fratellis'-esque style.

6. These Times - Walk Off The Earth - Video - This week's number 1 on our Top 10 Chart 

5. Little Talks - Of Monsters and Men - Video -  Surreal video, great tune.

4. Alpaca Sports - Just For Fun - Video - Not very well known but a very cheerful song

3. No Light, No Light - Florence + The Machine  - Video - 'One of the best tracks on the album' 

2. Somebody That I Used To Know (Original) -Gotye (feat. Kimbra) - Video

1. Somebody That I Used To Know (Cover) - Walk Off The Earth  - Video

                                                  

Some notable Indie songs from previous years: Satellite Stories - Kids Aren't Safe in The Metro (2010) - Video, PASA - Sirkus - Video (not very well known), Los Campesinos - You! Me! Dancing! - Video, The Temper Trap - Fader - Video.

Top 10 - Indie Week - 12/02/12

Featured on Radionomy!

Just Another Radio has been featured on the Radionomy front page (on the same day as my birthday)!

Check it out here- http://www.radionomy.com/en - on the slideshow in the middle! 

Top 10 - Indie Week!

Next week's Top 10 will be 100% Indie for one week only and then the chart show will return back to normal the next week! Tune in at 12 noon and 7pm on Sunday to hear what are our Top 10 Indie songs!

Top 10 Chart Comparison (29th & 5th)

A new song called 'Tongue Tied' by 'Grouplove' has taken this weeks number 1 spot, knocking 'Jerk it Out' down to number 5. After 5 weeks of holding on strong, 'Shake it Out' has disappeared off the charts, however Florence + The Machine re-enters the chart at number 2 with 'No Light, No Light'. At number 3 is 'Civilization' by 'Justice' (the people who made the 'D.A.N.C.E' song).  They got this song partially because how strange/awesome the music video is (see below). Another new entry, includes the not-so-new 'Five Years Time' by Noah and The Whale. The songs that have disappeared from last week's charts include 'Dakota', 'Rose', 'Fast Cars' and 'Shake it Out'. 

I hope you enjoyed this week's charts and please tune in next week at the same time (12 noon or 7pm GMT) for a special Top 10 show to be revealed later!

                                                    The music video to 'Civilization - Justice'

Top 10 - Week 5 - 4th February 2012

GROUPLOVE have achieved the Number 1 spot in this week's charts with 'Tongue Tied! 
(Analysis/comparison with last week's charts coming soon) 

If you want to add to the charts, ultimate playlist,want to be featured in live show/podcasts or need promoting/advertising - contact us at justanotherradio@gmail.com 

SUDDYN - Up-and-Coming Artist

SUDDYN are a recent up-and-coming band to be added to Just Another Radio. As a personal opinion, their songs are very well-written - they are also extremely catchy with great rhythms!They will be added to the 'Up-and-Coming' tab above, along with Kevin M Thomas.


SUDDYN'S Biography
Developing their piano-driven electro-rock sound into what it is today, SUDDYN stemmed from humble beginnings in Montauk, New York, growing into the international band they have become. Formed by brothers Alan (vocals, piano, synths) and Jarrett (guitar, vocals, bass) Steil, the band honed its music while touring through Ireland. Using their allure to crack the Irish music scene, the group returned to New York with 3 Top 30 hits, a devoted following, and a string of equally impressive hangovers. Blessed with panty-dropping good looks, they bring energy and presence to their shows unmatched since Genghis Khan conquered Mongolia. Incorporating a savvy knowledge of production values, SUDDYN followed their debut EP Dark Lights, with Before the City, produced by Grammy Award-winner David Kahne (Paul McCartney, Sublime). 


In 2011, trading winter jackets and pasty skin for sunglasses and tans, SUDDYN brought the show to the West Coast. Playing an intensive schedule in LA-area bars and clubs, they garnered heavy attention from KROQ and MTV. 

Continuing with their budding success they have shared the stage over the past year with the likes of Vampire Weekend; Matt and Kim; We Are Scientists and Bright Eyes. Their new music video for “Nothing Lasts Forever" is really gathering steam as well having been featured on Much Music's The Wedge, Music Choice, MTV.com, Yahoo Music and it was AOL’s music video of the day. 

www.suddyn.com     www.facebook.com/suddynrock    www.twitter.com/suddyn    www.soundcloud.com/suddyn

Thanks to SUDDYN for providing the images and biography.

If you are a musician and would like to be promoted and aired on Just Another Radio, contact us at justanotherradio@gmail.com with your requests and songs attached.

Kevin M. Thomas - Up-and-Coming Artist

KEVIN M. THOMAS

Recently added to our radio, is the up-and-coming acoustic rock artist, Kevin M. Thomas, from Washington, D.C. His musical styles are similar to the likes of Sting, Steve Perry and Bruce Dickinson.
His material has been featured in MTV/Spike TV Series, "10 Things Every Guy Should Experience", in addition to International TV Film series such as, "Distant Shores", "Studio 54", "Cyber Seduction", 
"Vinegar Hill" as well as with Microsoft Internet and Ringback Tones. 

His voice has been likened to Steve Perry of Journey.  His original music is deep and emotional.  Outside of SL, Kevin has written Classical Compositions in his Chamber Music Collection and his Piano Collection.  In RL, Kevin's day job has him doing investigative work which lends to his amazing insight into Corporate America and of course lends a hand to his lyrical genius.  Kevin's music has been used on MTV and several overseas television and radio shows.

His CD entitled "Season 1" is out now to buy on iTunes , you can visit his website here and his Tumblr here. Also, follow him on Twitter here. 

If you are a musician and would like to be promoted and aired on Just Another Radio, contact us at justanotherradio@gmail.com with your requests and songs attached.

Stat's Review News!

As you may or may not know, in order to keep my radio going, I need to get a certain amount of listening hours. After a specific time period, the stats are reviewed by the hosting site and then that determines whether the radio continues. So, today, it has been 2 months since the radio has been broadcasting - I have achieved 71 listening hours per day (average 30 days) which surpasses the 12 hrs needed. However, the news I got today stated I am still a basic user until 30th February, so I have more time to get more listeners to achieve my next target!

The stats I have today :)

This is a bit of a boring post, but it is very important as it concerns the future of Just Another Radio :D

Top 10 - Week 4 - 29th January 2012

The Caesars have maintained the Number 1 spot in this week's charts! 
(Analysis and comparison coming soon) 

If you want to add to the charts, ultimate playlist,want to be featured in live show/podcasts or need advertising - contact us at justanotherradio@gmail.com 

Record Stats Again!

Yesterday, Just Another Radio achieved a phenomenal 142 listening hours! I have now got 70hrs/day average (over 3 months) and I've only been broadcasting for 2 months! In the next few day's I will become an advanced user (as the 3 month aim is to get 12hrs/day) but this means I will have to get 130hrs/day!

So, in order to get 130hrs/day, I need to get a lot of listeners to tune in! The fact that I've got over 130 hrs twice in two months already is promising, and also recently in the last week the listening hours have been around 100 per day.

Also, in February, there may be an interview and live shows - so keep tuned in! 

Top 10 Chart Comparison (15th & 22nd Charts)

So this week 'The Caesars' took the Number 1 spot pushing 'The Vines' down to number 3. As by request, Princess of China - Coldplay & Rihanna, is in the Top 10 chart and has been placed at number 2. Razorlight, Earth, Wind and Fire and Led Zeppelin have also made an appearance in this weeks charts. 

Paradise by Coldplay has temporarily disappeared from the charts for the simple reason it is being overplayed on other radios; we hope to see the songs return in future charts. Also, notably, 'Shake it Out', 'The Wolves' and 'Fast Car' have remained on the charts.

We hope you tune in next week, on Sunday 29th at noon and again at 7pm! Enter your requests to justanotherradio@gmail.com! 

Top 10 - Week 3 - 22nd January 2012

So that's this week's charts! Analysis and comparison coming soon! 

If you want to add to the charts, ultimate playlist,want to be featured in live show/podcasts or need advertising - contact us at justanotherradio@gmail.com

Top 10 - 15th January 2012

Awesome Albums on the Cheap!

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'What did you expect from the Vaccines? - The Vaccines' , 'Velociraptor - Kasabian' and 'Torches - Foster The People' are albums now priced at £3.95 on the UK iTunes. We recommend any of these because you will be pleased no matter which one you pick (and even more pleased if you buy all three).

iTunes links:    What did you expect from the Vaccines? -  Torches - Velociraptor

No copyright intended from the use of these images, just to promote the products and not infringe.