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
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 Brighton Festival 2018: Ezra Furman on politics, faith and his siege mentality
1:24pm Monday 14th May 2018 BASED in Chicago, singer-songwriter Ezra Furman has released seven albums – the latest of which is this year’s Transangelic Exodus. He is known for his energetic live performances and often personal lyrics, which have tackled themes such as sexuality and mental health. Furman identifies as bisexual and frequently wears traditionally female clothes at his gigs. Before his festival show, he tells EDWIN GILSON about getting politically active, his Jewish upbringing and why he has a “siege mentality” The Great Escape 2018: Meet the man who selects the huge line-up
10:13am Friday 11th May 2018 IN A sense Adam Ryan has the dream job – albeit an undeniably busy one. He is responsible for programming the line-up of Europe’s biggest new music festival, The Great Escape. Brighton Festival 2018: Supergroup Les Amazones d'Afrique want to "change mentalities"
11:47am Tuesday 1st May 2018 NOT many bands form with the intention of changing the world. No looking back for Elvis Costello as he gears up for Love Supreme
7:30pm Sunday 22nd April 2018 Elvis Costello may have been around since 1977 but he is only looking forward. Before he plays Love Supreme Jazz Festival, he tells WEEKEND about rejecting nostalgia, his plans for a musical, and why you won’t catch him writing protest songs US country singer Courtney Marie Andrews on sudden success and why we need more women in music
6:38am Friday 20th April 2018 HAVING earned fans such as Elton John and Ryan Adams, and a five-star review from The Guardian for her recent album May Your Kindness Remain, Courtney Marie Andrews’ reputation is on the rise. She spoke to HUGH FINZEL ahead of her Brighton show Click here for more |
Latest reviews
Eighties arena rockers sound huge but fail to fill the Dome
12:03pm Tuesday 25th September 2018 Europe Near death experience and lack of security wash out Byline experience
5:10am Wednesday 29th August 2018 BYLINE FESTIVAL Camp Bestival Review, Lulworth Castle, Dorset: FOUR STARS
10:07am Monday 30th July 2018 FAMILIES from Sussex who made their way to Dorset’s Camp Bestival were rewarded with two fantastic days of fun until the weather stepped in. Brighton Fringe review: Pelican, The Warren: The Burrow, May 27 ★★★★★
2:18pm Tuesday 29th May 2018 Comedy trio Pelican served an ace with this breathless, hilarious tennis-themed show. Brighton Festival review: Brownton Abbey, Brighton Dome, May 25 ★★★★★
9:35am Tuesday 29th May 2018 Friday night and Brighton Dome had been transformed into a multi-coloured, multi-dimensional sci-fi womb. Brighton Fringe review: The Gingerbread Man, The Warren, May 26 ★★★★
9:41am Tuesday 29th May 2018 Full of surprises, this adaptation of the classic tale pursued many unexpected tangents from the outset when a voice called out: “Are you here to see the Gingerbread Man? Well, he’s not here”. Brighton Festival review: Ezra Furman, Brighton Dome, May 26 ★★★★★
11:49am Tuesday 29th May 2018 "Ezra Furman, we love you," shouts an ecstatic fan from the crowded floor of Brighton Dome, early on this compelling, exuberant and emotionally raw set. Click here for more | ||
