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Where better to find the next generation of musicians than a place in East London called the British Academy of New Music? The students here appear seriously interested in making innovative music with a level of skill that makes it easy to envisage them breaking into the charts in no time at all.
The Academy is base camp for music education provider, Access To Music, who also run courses in Birmingham and Manchester and whose graduates include the likes of Esser. And there’s more where that came from.
Take The Interpreters, from Norwich. They play classic indie pop with airy guitars and vocal harmonies that come together with plenty of reverb to create a huge sound. Their catchy melodies and strong sing-along choruses are irresistibly danceable in a way that provokes a smile.
Meanwhile, Laura And The Tears make bluesy folk music with a truly mature sound that centres on strong lyrics and rich instrumentation. Laura Welsh’s beautiful vocal provides a solid melodic foundation for songs that manage to be surprisingly uplifting while maintaining their blues influence.
And at the other end of the spectrum is Richard Lianhart, whose very name screams pop star. This multi-talented solo artist looks set to become one of Britain’s most sought-after producers, having already had his music used in adverts for such commercial giants as Coca-Cola and Motorola. His sound is instantly catchy, and has a saleable style comparable to Justin Timberlake tracks, but somehow remains interesting to listen to.
It might all be chart pop, but at least it’s got style.
Recommended track: The Interpreters – 'Shadows Whisper', Laura And The Tears – 'Running The Night Away', Richard Lianhart - 'Spring' TAGS: The Interpreters, Laura And The Tears, Richard Lianhart Words by: Sophie Armour
Links:
The Interpreters - Myspace
Laura And The Tears - Myspace
Richard Lianhart - Myspace
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