BabyStep Magazine
- Feb 16
By George: Tracks That Shaped Our Sound
Originally from Charlotte, NC, By George is an up-and-coming rock band in the North Carolina music scene. Combining traditional rock with modern alternative concepts, By George continues to build a new and exciting sound for all audiences. Ahead of the release of their upcoming single 'Relax', we spoke to the band about the tracks that shaped their sound. Geek U.S.A. - Smashing Pumpkins In high school, this song was a crazy experience for me and Henry, as we had never heard s
Josh Crowe
- Feb 15
Leeds Based Producer Figgis Set To Release New Single 'Early Doors'
Figgis' new track "Early Doors" is due to go live on the 19th Feb, on Spotify, Apple Music, Soundcloud etc. The track follows the producer's previous single, "Idle', keeping the same upbeat, yet relaxed breakbeat feel, however is quite a bit faster (more in the BPM range of jungle). Early Doors encapsulates the "4AM" feel one might encounter towards the end of a night when things are winding down, yet the constant and varied percussion keeps the track from putting you to slee
Josh Crowe
- Feb 15
Safiyyah & Rada Collaborate On Soulful Single
Two of London’s finest rising songstresses, Safiyyah and Rada, collaborate on this new smooth and soulful single, ‘Free.’ Together they bring a sensual, alt-soul aura and intertwine infectious melodies to light up the chorus. In Safiyyah’s words "Free is about self-love, being alone and being fearless. It seems that in relationships people really tend to lose themselves and so this song is a reminder that you don’t need anyone but yourself. I want these emotions to transpire
Josh Crowe
- Feb 15
Reform Radio X Rhythm Lab Records is launching a new Career Start programme
Amidst a pandemic that has seen a third of British Musicians seriously consider quitting music (Musicians Union, 2020), and at a time where almost all paid work has dried up, there has been little in the way of Governmental support and arts organisations across the country have had to step in. In response to this, award-winning online radio station, Reform Radio, has devised a forward-thinking project that is providing seven paid opportunities at their record label, Rhythm La
Rob Day
- Feb 14
'Born of Fury': Interview With Black Junglist Alliance
Organise. Inform. Create. Own. The last year has, at times, felt unrelentingly constant; our immediate surroundings have remained for the most part unchanged, as we remained confined within our own homes for the duration of the lockdown period. This has created a strange situation in which, through windows and TV screens, we have watched the outside world, a world that we have become increasingly distanced from over the course of the year, undergo significant social change. T
Josh Crowe
- Feb 13
MYTBE: Tracks That Shaped My Sound
South London raised, Manchester-based artist MYTBE is set to release her debut EP 'Spill Out' on the 19th of February, a dazzling debut that is set to see the artist take her sound to new heights. Despite only starting to write early last year, MYTBE has already captured the attention of audiences across the UK, supporting the likes of Oscar Jerome and Marc Riley on BBC Radio 6. In the lead-up to the release of her EP we spoke to her about the tracks and artists that shaped h
BabyStep Magazine
- Feb 12
Organic New Music Friday #20
Welcome back to our 20th instalment of New Music Friday. As per usual, we have a whole host of mega-talented and super-exciting sounds to deliver straight to your ears - happy weekend! Fiesta Soundsystem - How's That? [Scuffed Recordings] London-based producer Fiesta Soundsystem makes his debut on Scuffed Recordings this week, with an eclectic four-track EP echoing the sounds of hardcore, dubstep and bass. It's sonically impressive, toying between old-school rave sounds and m
Josh Crowe
- Feb 11
The Sounds That Inspired Brookland Jams
Brookland jams is a new sub-label from dansu discs that aims to release and promote more listening driven music. The ethos of the new label is to promote and release music that inspires itself from jazz, soul and blues. The new sub label is run by Dansu Discs owner Nick Howlsey with the help of Next Door Records owner Alfie Aukett. In order to introduce the sound of the new label, the two played over the dansu discs balamii show. (Monday 8th). We spoke to the guys ahead of
BabyStep Magazine
- Feb 11
The New Twenty's: Tracks That Shaped Our Sound
With an onslaught of releases ready to go, The New Twenty’s are starting their year as they mean to go on, by kicking things off with a brand-new single that sets the tone for the months to follow. ‘You Got Me Good’ will land on the 26th February. The 3-piece indie-pop rockers have been developing their sound over the last year, dropping critically acclaimed tracks ‘Inside Out’ and ‘I Never’ in the process. Delving into the frustrations of life and the music industry, this is
BabyStep Magazine
- Feb 10
Tin Pigeons Announce UK Tour
Indie-pop two-piece 'The Tin Pigeons' have announced they are going on tour! 2020 & 2021 will see the release of a 5 track EP, with 3 singles released in the run-up, and even more touring - continuing to build a national presence, with international promoters supporting the band. With 2020's events/shows moving, it's allowed a massive 2021 live & festival season to brew, alongside their finest releases to date it's a massive time for the band. Hailing from the East Midlands,
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