Big Smoke Music Weekly

In the third instalment of Big Smoke Music Weekly, Luke Scanlan and co-host Olly Bowes bring you more freshly squeezed tracks making a splash on the Indie & Alternative scene. The boys also list the types of people that turn up to EVERY gig...including the guy who comes straight from work and the over-affectionate couple! BigSmoke:InFocus this week features brilliant Birmingham group SUGARTHIEF. In his chat with lead singer Jordi James, Luke discusses how the unsigned Birmingham outfit have been making waves on the scene by taking a DIY approach. They also talk of the changes in writing that comes with growing up in a band.  The boys also choose their latest additions for Certified Banger.

In the second instalment of Big Smoke Music Weekly, Luke Scanlan and Olly Bowes bring you yet more new releases from the world of Indie. As always, the boys share insights into the music, as well as tales from recent encounters out and about in London town. Our BigSmoke:InFocus artist this week is Isle of Wight rocker Lauran Hibberd. She speaks to Luke about the importance of interacting with fans, as well as the story behind her recently banned artwork.

In the opening episode, Big Smoke Music Weekly discusses The Vaccines following their recent UK-wide tour. Are they the best band in Britain right now? This week’s BigSmoke:InFocus features an exclusive chat with Joey Julliard, bassist of crooner-pop London outfit Honey Moon, before they embark on tour with Fur.