Albion Release New EP ‘The Rooms Where Songs Are Made’

Albion are the London based six-piece band composed of members Ben on Lead Vocals, Guitar and Harmonica, Bidz on Vocals and Lead Guitar, Hunter on Bass, Jack on Drums, Jake on Vocals and Guitar and Sophie on Keys. 

With influences ranging from The Beatles to Red Hot Chilli Peppers, from The Rolling Stones to Ludovico Einaudi, each set list and live show from this band is always an eclectic mix of music. They cite themselves as sounding like The Pogues shaken up with a bit of Oasis, with a side of The Velvet Underground!

Formed in 2021 and having released a string of singles to date to include ‘Millenial Me’  and ‘Capital’, in 2021 ‘No One Said’‘I Who Never Turned Back’‘Everything As Easy’‘Roundabout Ruse’ and ‘Silhouette Of Me’ in 2022 and the 2023 releases of ‘Nothing Matters’ (April), ‘Wonderfully Human’ (May) and ‘Nothing New Under The Sun’ (June) and‘Amy’ on the 8th September, the band are now gearing up for the release of their debut EP – ‘The Rooms Where Songs Are Made’.

‘The Rooms Where Songs Are Made’ is out now and comprises four original tracks, 3 previously unheard plus the recently released track of ‘Amy’.

First up ‘Amy’ is a song about love and loss, unrequited feelings and regret. The title refers to Amy Winehouse and the beauty of her music whilst also detailing the story of a love that never reached its full potential..It’s a bouncy ballad packed with instruments from guitars and keys, to harmonica and mandolin that layer with the harmonious vocals and poignant lyrics making for a rich tapestry of sound. 

Following this is ‘Tetrachromacy’ – A song about friendship, rebirth and a specific condition of the eye that allows people to see millions of extra shades and colours. Musically, it’s a carousel of layered sounds adding to the depth of the subject muse. 

Next up is ‘Lions’ – A song that tells a story and details a meeting point for two lovers, destined to reunite (the place in this story being the Lions in Nottingham’s Market Square). It’s a pure love song filled with melodic and harmonious instrumentals and vocals.

To finish, ‘Taxidermy Love’ – details the end of an indulgent, pompous relationship – the glorification of love and its inevitable downfall.

The title for the EP; ‘The Rooms Where Songs Are Made’  is actually a  lyric from the lead track on the EP  ‘Amy’; ‘It’s so fitting as you’re writing in the rooms where songs are made’, and it quite simply refers to a flat on the 13th floor of a tower block in Camden. This is where (in 2015) Albion was formed and where a lot of the initial concepts for the tracks on the EP were conceived. It’s a place very dear to the band’s hearts and so felt like the perfect name for this collection of songs.

The EP was recorded at The Libertines HQ – The Albion Rooms in Margate, with award winning sound engineer Jason Stafford (The Libertines/Trampolene/Jamie T) and was mastered by Graham Waller.

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Albion Release New Single ‘Amy’

Albion are the London based six-piece band composed of members Ben on Lead Vocals, Guitar and Harmonica, Bidz on Vocals and Lead Guitar, Hunter on Bass, Jack on Drums, Jake on Vocals and Guitar and Sophie on Keys. 

With influences ranging from The Beatles to Red Hot Chilli Peppers, from The Rolling Stones to Ludovico Einaudi, each set list and live show from this band is always an eclectic mix of music. They cite themselves as sounding like The Pogues shaken up with a bit of Oasis, with a side of The Velvet Underground!

Formed in 2021 and having released a string of singles to date to include ‘Millenial Me’  and ‘Capital’, in 2021 ‘No One Said’‘I Who Never Turned Back’‘Everything As Easy’‘Roundabout Ruse’ and ‘Silhouette Of Me’ in 2022 and the 2023 releases of ‘Nothing Matters’ (April), ‘Wonderfully Human’ (May) and ‘Nothing New Under The Sun’ (June), the band are now gearing up for their fourth single release of the year the poignant, delicate offering in dedication to the late great Amy Winehouse simply named ‘Amy’.

‘Amy’ is a song about love and loss, unrequited feelings and regret. The title refers to Amy Winehouse and the beauty of her music whilst also detailing the story of a love that never reached its full potential..It’s a bouncy ballad packed with instruments from guitars and keys, to harmonica and mandolin that layer with the harmonious vocals and poignant lyrics making for a rich tapestry of sound. 

The track was written by the band in their formative months of first forming, with the track originally titled ‘Burning Holes’  and it is the first complete track that the band ever wrote.

‘Amy’ is the first song to be released from Albion’s forthcoming E.P, ‘The Rooms Where Songs are Made’ which is due for release on the 29th September 2023. 

‘Amy’ was recorded at The Libertines HQ The Albion Rooms in Margate and was mixed by award winning in -house sound engineer Jason Stafford and mastered by Graham Waller. 

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Finding Bella Release New Single ‘Albion’

Formed in the West Midlands during the latter part of 2020, Finding Bella are the five piece indie rock band consisting of Oli White on Vocals/Guitar, Simon Black on Guitar, Ben White on Keys/Synth/Vocals, Liam Hadfield on Bass and John Woodward on Drums.

From their very inception the band simply burst onto the Birmingham music scene, quickly gaining traction and fans by performing at iconic venues such as the O2 Academy and The Sunflower Lounge.

Releasing their debut single “Good Right Now” in February 2022 (42,572 Spotify streams) which was nominated for ‘Crags Radio Listeners Choice Single Of The Year’ the band released two further singles in the same year, “Set It Off” in July 2022 (45,933 spotify streams) & ‘Drama Kids’ in September 2022 which went onto win ‘Switch Radio’s Single of the Year 2022’. The band also came third in ‘Radio Wigwam’s Band Of The Year 2022 awards’. 

2023 saw  the band continue on their upwards trajectory with the release of the first single ‘The Feeling’ from their upcoming EP ‘Bad Intentions’.

‘The Feeling’ with its melodic verses and echoing lead lines was a hit for the band gaining them airplay across the globe not only in the UK, but in France, Canada, America and Australia and praise from press such as:

“Don’t miss this chance to be part of the musical revolution brought to you by Finding Bella. Stay tuned, because greatness awaits!” – Babystep Magazine 

Finding Bella are now gearing up for the second single to be released from their upcoming EP, the politically charge rousing anthem of ‘Albion’ 

‘Albion’ is a musical middle finger to establishment, offering a ‘matter of fact’ yet overdue commentary on life in Britain to a crowd that is already in agreement, comfortable in the knowledge that they are sharing the same experiences that the band are able to recite so fluently. Built-in references to political corruption, corporate greed, and social media influence within the song’s lyrics add a level of level-headed maturity to what could wrongly  be perceived as youthful insubordination.

Finding Bella’s equally built-up passion and frustration bursts throughout the track, pulling listeners in from its early kick drum beat, and gritty bassline. Raw guitar sounds build further authenticity to the track’s sound, supported by the meaningful lyrics that sound as if being shouted through a megaphone to a cheering crowd outside any  building of authority.

‘Albion’ was written collectively by the band and was mixed and produced by Ryan Pinson at RML Studios, Wolverhampton and Mastered by Andy Baldwin from Metropolis Mastering.

The debut EP from Finding Bella entitled ‘Bad Influences’ is a collection of five brand new tracks including ‘The Feeling’  and ‘Albion’ which is scheduled for release on the 29th September. 

PREVIOUS PRESS ACCOLADES 

“This band is the next big band to break out of Birmingham” Away Day Radio

“Just when you think guitar bands have had their day, along comes a no-nonsense driven group of troubadours.” – Slap Mag 

“We can easily see these guys getting big, especially if they keep on releasing music that’ll get you up on your feet!” It’s All Indie

“The sound of this band is refined and solid.” Edgar Allen Poets 

“Offering rock energy and sensibilities, the Birmingham based outfit manages to deliver a sound that’s appealing to a wide variety of listeners.” Your Music Experience

UPCOMING GIGS /TOURS

Friday 20th October – EP Launch Gig Deadwax Digbeth (supports TBA) Ticket Link 

Throughout October, Finding Bella will be touring as part of their own headline tour in support of the EP release. Full Dates and venues TBA

Emily Marsden – Editor
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