On The Radar
The Argus has been profiling local music artists every week since September 2007 with the aim of putting the next generation of acts on the musical map.
In collaboration the British and Irish Modern Music Institute (BIMM), which runs three sites across Brighton and Hove, we will feature artists honing their craft at the college.
Their counterparts studying music journalism will tell you everything you need to know about them and where to see them perform.
Argus editor Mike Gilson said: “Every Friday in the paper and online we’ll be profiling new bands and singers and online we’ll be showcasing a brilliant video of new music.
“I hope you show support for the fantastic talent we have by joining us in this celebration.”
Latest music videos and interviews
Brighton based psych-punk band Scab Hand on embracing the past to make music
2:54pm Friday 22nd September 2017 Scab Hand are a Brighton based psych-punk band forged from the embers of The Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster and Love Buzzard. Here they chat to Prentiss Mitchell about embracing the past and making use of it now, speedy recording processes, even speedier songs, and the Brighton music scene itself. Tara Matthews chats to Dove House frontman Jack Peacock
11:19am Friday 15th September 2017 Every week we showcase new talent making waves on the Brighton music scene. This week Tara Matthews chats to Jack Peacock, frontman of Dove House On the Radar: AMBR
12:33pm Friday 21st July 2017 Every week we interview the hottest new acts on the local scene in our On the Radar section. This week, Tara Matthews chats to singer-songwriter AMBR, real name Megan Farnfield, about fulfilling her dreams, being part of the Brighton music scene and how Cat Stevens played an unlikely role in her musical upbringing. On the Radar: Sabrina Gunston
1:32pm Friday 16th June 2017 This week LAURA TOMBOLANI speaks to SABRINA GUNSTON, who attends BIMM Brighton, about her new single and and her inspiration as a musician. Her new single High comes ahead of her upcoming EP launch party On The Radar: EdwardAlice
1:16pm Friday 7th April 2017 Every week we interview the hottest new bands on the scene in partnership with BIMM Brighton. This week, acoustic four-piece EdwardAlice speak to Oliver Barker about all things Brighton, music and plans for the future. They are definitely ones to watch if you like upbeat, feelgood music. On the Radar: Megan Lara Mae
1:07pm Friday 7th April 2017 Every week we interview the hottest new local bands and artists in association with BIMM Brighton. This week, Venita Cutler speaks to to singer-songwriter Megan Lara Mae about her time at BIMM and breaking through in a city with such a thriving music scene. Full Fat Light Bulb
11:42am Thursday 20th July 2017 Tom Craggs-Ward and Charlotte Haywood, lead singer and keyboardist with Full Fat Light Bulb, speak to Megan Thompson about their upcoming single and Brighton’s attitude towards new artists on the scene. On the Radar: Amelia Caesar-Homden
2:38pm Friday 20th January 2017 Amelia Bronger speaks to Brighton-based acoustic songwriter Amelia Caesar-Homden. Click here for more videos and interviews |
Music news
Craig David to bring anniversary tour to Brighton
1:07pm Monday 9th September 2019 SINCE his emergence on to the music scene in 1999, Craig David has been a frontrunner of British RnB. X Factor winner announces Brighton date on UK tour
12:20pm Friday 6th September 2019 AN X Factor winner has announced he is coming to the South East coast. James Blunt announces Brighton gig
12:00pm Thursday 5th September 2019 JAMES Blunt has announced he will be performing in Brighton later this year. Snow Patrol announce new Brighton gig
6:28pm Friday 30th August 2019 SNOW Patrol have confirmed they will be performing a gig in Brighton later this year. Get down to Boomtown festival
10:54am Tuesday 10th July 2018 Once you step down the Boomtown rabbit hole, your idea of what a festival can be will forever be changed. The Argus Meets - Belly
12:01pm Sunday 17th June 2018 Rhode Island alt-rockers Belly were one of the biggest bands of the 1990s. Now, after a 23 year hiatus, they’re back in business. Jamie Walker caught up with band founder Tanya Donelly – of Throwing Muses and Breeders fame, to discuss the tour, new music and what made Belly decide to revive themselves from their own ashes. Love Supreme 2018: Interview with festival headliners Earth, Wind And Fire
9:43am Friday 1st June 2018 Before Earth, Wind And Fire headline Love Supreme, bassist Verdine White tells EDWIN GILSON about his band’s long lifespan and late brother Maurice Brighton Festival 2018: Sam Green on his live documentary about Kronos Quartet
8:58pm Thursday 17th May 2018 FILMMAKER Sam Green tells EDWIN GILSON about his live documentary A Thousand Thoughts, based around seminal classical group Kronos Quartet – who also provide a live soundtrack Click here for more |
Latest reviews
Skunk Anansie show how to make comeback during Brighton gig
1:42pm Thursday 29th August 2019 Skunk Anansie Children's show about a busker and his cat is a good place to take youngsters
5:08am Thursday 8th August 2019 Tabby McTat Mozart masterpiece dazzles at Glyndebourne - and there is still time to see it
5:15am Wednesday 24th July 2019 Glyndebourne Festival: Die Zauberflöte PICTURES AND REVIEW: How was Elton's big goodbye show in Hove?
6:22am Monday 10th June 2019 ACCORDING to Elton John, "sorry" seems to be the hardest word. Drum Legends bring a night of Scorpions, Cream and The Beatles to Brighton
5:11am Tuesday 16th April 2019 THREE of the world’s finest drummers were front and centre on Friday night. Review: Deacon Blue roll back the years at the Brighton Centre
2:59pm Thursday 6th December 2018 Deacon Blue Click here for more | ||
