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Sleddogs: Awards and Heroes
Indie Suite talks to rock band's lead singer and bass player, Kenny Byrka, ahead of release of the band's third album, Save Your Vinyl
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Sleddogs: Playing the Stages
Indie Suite talks to bassist and lead singer Kenny Byrka, ahead of release of the band's third album, Save Your Vinyl.
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Sleddogs: Vocally-driven Classic Rock
Indie Suite touches base with lead singer Kenny Byrka, lead singer and bass player, ahead of release of the bands third album, Save Your Vinyl.
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White Lies: To Lose My Life
With 2009 proving to be the mother of all debuts for Ealing band the White Lies, Indie Suite takes a closer look at the album that knocked indie music for six.
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Baby Scream: Music and Art, MySpace, Marc Bolan
Indie Suite talks to Baby Scream's Juan Mazzola about how he got into music, the MySpace debate, movie collecting and what he's listening to right now.
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Baby Scream: Life Changing Stuff
Indie Suite gets serious with Baby Scream's founder as he speaks openly and movingly about tough times, difficult people, the loss of his father and their musical impact
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Baby Scream: Weird Shows, Inspiring People
Baby Scream's founder talks about about his weirdest moments performing live at a Norwegian football match, and how he is endlessly inspired by producer Muddy Stardust.
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Baby Scream: Argentine Beginnings, New Projects
Indie Suite talks to Baby Scream founder and frontman about UK audiences, how England feels like home and recording new material in LA with producer Muddy Stardust
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Baby Scream: 'Monsters' EP Review
Indie Suite finds a gentle, thoughtful songwriting talent in Juan Mazzola's 6-track EP which brings '60s influences to tuneful acoustic pop.
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The Velvet Hearts: Cockney Vibes
Steve Jones and John James Newman talk to Suite 101 about concept albums, cockney humour and their former frustration with the covers circuit.
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The Velvet Hearts: How the Music Industry Works
Brit Rock 'n' Rollers John James Newman and Steve Jones talk exclusively about Elkie Brooks, how to make it in music, and how their songwriting relationship works
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The Velvet Hearts: Musical Fathers
John James Newman and Steve Jones grew up in a musical world that encouraged and honed their own musical talents. Suite 101 decided to find out more.
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The Velvet Hearts: Blues Tavern Tales
The friends and founders of The Velvet Hearts describe their teen years spent jamming with the heavyweight rock 'n' roll players at Britain's famous Blues Tavern.
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The Velvet Hearts: The Live Experience
The songwriting partnership of John James Newman and Steve Jones discuss Bob Dylan, performing live and musical intuition following TVH's release of album Into The World
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The Velvet Hearts: Old School Roots
British blues rockers John James Newman and Steve Jones discuss friendship, early rivalry and TVH's classroom beginnings following 2009's release of album Into The World
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The Velvet Hearts – Into the World Album Review
The Velvet Hearts rock the room with this rich and feisty album, featuring 'Serotonin', 'Mary Anne', 'Disappearing Boy', 'Soul Sister' and 'History Repeating'.
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The Velvet Hearts: Live Show Review
Indie Suite was totally knocked for six after stumbling upon this impressive and versatile six-piece band in a sleepy Buckinghamshire village.
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Caught in Motion: On the Edge of a Dream
Portland indie acoustic band Caught in Motion's founding members Banah Graf and Sam Krulewitch deliver a spark of the original in their pleasant and striking debut record
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Who are MGMT? Oracular Spectacular Duo Dazzles
The Brooklyn duo's masterful full length radiates timelessness over experimental, raging, hook-laden anthems which perfectly sum up the best of modern indie pop.
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Best Indie Love Songs: The Ultimate Mix
Indie Music Suite has scoured the best Indie music around to create the best love song compilation mix, ready for download from MP3 stores this Valentine's Day.
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Brit Award Nominations 2009 Discussed
With the Brit Awards 2009 just moments away, Suite101 takes a look at the glittering nominations list and the likely winners of its international awards.
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Brit Award Nominations 2009 Explored
With the Brit Awards 2009 looming in shiny musical award splendour, Suite 101 takes a look at the glittering nominations list featuring some of the best music of 2008.
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Hip Parade: All About the Audience
Suite 101 talks exclusively to Glasweigan band's frontman ahead of competition final with Scarlet Harlots and Tommy Reilly.
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Hip Parade: Blue Monday, Bands and Tommy Reilly
Suite 101 catches up with Hip Parade's Rob ahead of today's long awaited Orange Unisgned Act final, who talks about the challenges of being a band in the competition
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Hip Parade: Scottish Music and Female Fans
Suite 101 talks heart-throbs, Fangs, and waving a flag for Scottish music with Hip Parade's charming frontman Rob Shah, backstage at Orange Unsigned Act.
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Hip Parade: Gingerness, Sell-Out Shows and Fame
Suite 101 catches up with Hip Parade's charismatic frontman ahead of Sunday's concluding final with Tommy Reilly and the Scarlet Harlots.
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Scarlet Harlots: Exclusive Interview
Suite 101 goes backstage at the Orange Unsigned Act semi final to catch up with the competition's favourite Brummie wildcards, The Scarlet Harlots.
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Damon Castillo: Making Laurel Lane
Damon Castillo talks about the influences of heavyweight collaborators, a much-loved studio, jazz / soul giants and guiding principles in this exclusive interview.
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Damon Castillo: The Laurel Lane Interview
Suite 101 talks motivation, meaning and music with the man behind DCB's new album Laurel Lane, Damon Castillo, in this exclusive interview.
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Damon Castillo: Band Origins and Plans in 2009
Suite 101 talks vices, roots and world domination with the articulate and talented Damon Castillo, lead vocalist and driving force behind the Damon Castillo Band.
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Damon Castillo: Twins in Music
Californian indie purist Damon Castillo talks to Suite 101 about first guitars, sharing music with twin brother Dominic, and new album Laurel Lane.
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Tommy Reilly Gig Review: Proud, Camden
Young Scottish Orange Unsigned Act finalist plays a raw, stripped down acoustic set ahead of finals against Bo Bruce, Hip Parade, Toby Sebastian and the Scarlet Harlots.
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Tommy Reilly: Backstage, Plans, Sell Out Shows
Singer songwriter Tommy Reilly talks to Suite 101 about the best of Orange Unsigned Act, covering The Killers, what it's like backstage and plans for a new album in 2009.
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Tommy Reilly: New Album and Best Scottish Bands
Judges' favourite Tommy Reilly talks about the switch to public voting, his plans for a new album, his favourite Scottish music and the competition highlights so far.
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Tommy Reilly: Scott Mills, Alex James & Britpop
The lovable golden boy of T4's talent scouting competition talks to Suite 101 about the weekly challenges, meeting Scott Mills, and feeling star-struck around Alex James.
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Tommy Reilly: Thoughts on the Final Four
Singer songwriter Tommy Reilly talks to Suite 101 about his fellow finalists, Jo Whiley, the Scottish English competition divide, and thanks his fans for their support.
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Tommy Reilly: Parties, Pressure and London Life
The intensely likeable and talented Scot talks to Suite 101 about fellow finalists Hip Parade, the bright lights of London and time flying by on stage.
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Blind Pilot Rank Among Best New Artists of 2008
Blind Pilot, the bicycling band from Portland, enjoyed critical acclaim in 2008 with new album 3 Rounds and a Sound and are hotly tipped as this year's group to watch.
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First Time Buyers – Exchange and Completion
Follow this handy guide to avoid the common mistakes of first time buyers, and see your purchase smoothly through from offer stage to completion.
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Perhapst Review: John Moen's Solo Project Debut
Former Jicks drummer Moen branches out with Perhapst, a debut full-length where Sufjan Stevens meets Beatle-esque folk in a pure indie pop setting.
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Kings of Leon: Only By The Night Album Review
As 2008 draws to a close, it's time to review some of the musical highlights of the year, with none more impressive than the mighty Kings of Leon's epic fourth album.
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Dominic Castillo and the Rock Savants
2009 opens with some great new indie music on the horizon. Leading the pack is uber cool indie/alternative Portland band Dominic Castillo and the Rock Savants.
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Fall Out Boy: Folie a Deux Album Review
Forget subtlety. Fall Out Boy go all out with their fourth studio album, a brash, intense, A-list-infused pop-punk feast, feat. 'America's Suitehearts', 'I Don't Care'.
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First Time Buyers – Making an Offer
Follow this handy guide to avoid the common mistakes of first time buyers, negotiate a good offer and mortgage loan, and guide your purchase towards smooth completion.
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First Time Buyers - How to Buy a House
Follow this handy guide to avoid the common mistakes of first time buyers, research great locations and find a property with good resale potential.
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Toby Sebastian: Orange Unsigned Act and Ambition
Toby Sebastian talks frankly to Suite 101 about his aspirations and influences, school life, rival Tommy Reilly and judge Alex James in this exclusive interview.
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Toby Sebastian: Oxford and Orange Unsigned Act
Toby Sebastian responds to Lauren Laverne, and chats about creative processes, Oxford music, and the big break that is Orange Unsigned Act in this exclusive interview.
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Toby Sebastian: Spanish Beginnings
The youngest remaining contender for the coveted Universal record deal prize talks frankly to Suite 101 about family life and his Spanish musical roots.
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Orange Unsigned Act - Toby Sebastian
T4's welcome antithesis to X-Factor and American Idol breeds new independent musical talent, with none more promising than melodic singer/songwriter Toby Sebastian.
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The Pros and Cons of Using a Mortgage Broker
Mortgage brokers and advisors can be a great aid when navigating aggressively competitive mortgage markets, especially for first time buyers and those lacking confidence.
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The Killers: Day & Age Album Review
Day & Age, featuring 'Human' and 'Spaceman', is a welcome and synth-pop filled return to melodic form for glitzy Las Vegas indie rock / alternative quartet The Killers.
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Damon Castillo Band: Laurel Lane
US indie funk / soft rock band team up with Rami Jaffe, Sheila E., Lee Thornburg, Lon Price, and Sean Hurley on new Californian sunshine-filled studio album.
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UK Concert Ticket Gift Ideas for Christmas
What better way to wow your music loving friends and family this holiday season than with tickets to see their favourite band live? Find the hottest UK ticket ideas here.
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Concert Ticket Christmas Gift Ideas
How better to wow your music loving friends and family this holiday season than with tickets to see their favourite band live? Find the hottest ticket ideas here.
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Razorlight – Slipway Fires
The Ego, Johnny Borrell, is back with a pompous yet ridiculously addictive third album that leaves critics predictably declaring it awful.
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Coldplay Announce UK Stadium Dates For 2009
Hot on the heels of the newly released Prospekt's March EP and amid rumours of a shock split, Coldplay reassure fans with news of three new major show dates.
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Coldplay: Rumours of a Split?
Rumours abound about a potential split for Coldplay, the band behind Parachutes, A Rush of Blood to the Head, X & Y, Viva La Vida and now Prospekt's March.
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Snow Patrol: A Hundred Million Suns
British indie / alternative powerhouse group Snow Patrol offer more of the same despite the hype, with a few notable track exceptions.
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Coldplay: Prospekt's March Review
Coldplay's record breaking album of 2008 is followed up this month with a superb 8-track EP, the culmination of a hectic year's work for the British supergroup.
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Rod Thomas: Same Old Lines
Upbeat indie/folk kid Rod Thomas beats the blues and has audiences merrily skipping after butterflies with his unique brand of hand clapping pop.
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Data Protection: Notification
The UK's Data Protection Act 1998 requires all data controllers to register with the Information Commissioner, unless exemptions apply. Confused? Read on...
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Toby Sebastian: New Music in Oxford
Sixteen year old Toby Sebastian impresses ahead of November's Orange Unsigned Act Final, coming to TV's T4 in association with Sony Ericsson.
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Data Protection: Information Requests
This article offers guidance to small and medium sized businesses in the UK that receive information requests under the Data Protection Act 1998.
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Data Protection and Your Business
UK data protection can seem like a minefield when you're setting up a new business, but a little training will stop your business and credibility from suffering.
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2008 Booker Shortlist Announced
This year's Man Booker Prize shortlist was announced this week. Just 6 final contenders now remain for the £50,000 prize, and there are some surprises amongst them.
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Book Club Questions: Wicked
This series offers inspiration for book groups, with points and questions to get discussions started. This week, Maguire's bestselling novel, later a hit musical, Wicked.
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Review: Cornelia Funke - Inkheart
Funke's intriguing children's series will be brought to cinemas in 2009, starring Brendan Fraser, Helen Mirren, Paul Bettany, Andy Serkis, Jim Broadbent and Eliza Bennett
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Beth Rowley - Little Dreamer
The corkscrew curled, golden-haired angel of blues delivers pure smoky spirit in her debut album, featuring 'So Sublime' and a cover of Dylan's 'I Shall Be Released'
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Gabriella Cilmi: Lessons to be Learned
Cilmi's debut CD is confident and assured, with a vocal maturity that belies her age. Songs feature Sweet About Me from the Sure TV ad, and new single Save the Lies
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Brigitte Bardot and the French New Wave
Always controversial and hotly debated, national obsession and blonde bombshell Bardot led France to a new vision of femininity both on and off screen.
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Samuel Beckett and Themes of Time
Is Beckett's view of man's condition entirely desolate? What comfort and peace can be found amidst the nihilism and chronological trapping in Waiting for Godot?
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