INTERVIEWS

Marie-Claire Giraud is a soprano, jazz singer, musical theater singer, songwriter, composer, playwright, and actor. Her single ‘CARAVAN’ is out now and we wanted to learn more:

Lyubov Kay has released her single ‘cU’ and has plans to release more new music. She sat down with us to talk about the single, the recording sessions and more:

Based in Rockford, IL, but born and raised in Tulsa, OK, Dan Maguire plays original rock and roll that, as he says, “Takes you to a Summer day, just a few clouds, you smell cut grass and there is ice cold beer.” He spoke to JLTT about his new single, his voice and more:

Born in Australia, raised in Indonesia, and educated at the Berklee College of Music, vocalist Jill Desiree has released her new single ‘Broken’. She spoke to us about the track, her musical memories and more:

Singer-songwriter and musician Andy Branton has release a live video for the track ‘Younger Man’ and we were intrigued by his sound at JLTT. We asked to talk to him and he kindly agreed:

Dragon Welding is an anagram of Andrew Golding, a multi-instrumentalist and the co-founder of indie noise-pop legends The Wolfhounds. ‘The Naughty Step’ is the fourth album by his electronics meets noise-pop group, but the first to feature new vocalist Nik Cockshott. Their new album ‘The Naughty Step’ is out now via Dimple Discs and we sat down with the band for a chat:

Marking 20 years since the immortal Amsterdam hit ‘Does This Train Stop On Merseyside?’, Ian Prowse celebrates with a special re-release out 7th March and an anniversary tour around the UK. He chatted to us about the anniversary, documentary and more:

The Lake Tahoe-born artist Linka Moja released her single ‘Serial Monogamist’ as well as a cover of ‘Where Is My Mind’ by Pixies in 2024. As she gears up to tour as the special guest for Roger Daltrey’s April 2025 UK Tour, we chatted to her about her music and more:

The Chords UK, the alt-rock heroes helmed by Chris Pope, will release the mammoth 44-track ‘But Then Again: The Best of The Chords UK’ on 2LP [plus bonus CD], 3CD and digital formats on Friday 4th April 2025 on EPOP Records. Chris Pope kindly spoke to us about the band, new record and more:

Venerated Australian singer-songwriter Liz Stringer announces her new album ‘The Second High’ on Friday 28th March 2025. Her new single ‘To Survive’ is out now and she kindly chatted to us at JLTT:

Northern Irish singer-songwriter Janet Devlin is making a vibrant return with her new single, ‘Back To My Senses,’ which is out now via OKGood Records. As she gears up for appearances at C2C editions in Berlin, Belfast and London we felt that now would be the perfect time for a chat:

Morlocks are a Swedish act who combine elements of industrial rock, neo- classical, darkwave and metal with epic production values to create an exciting hybrid sound. Their new EP ‘Amor, Monstra Et Horrore Profundi’ is out now and they kindly chatted to us:

British Country singer-songwriter Anna Howie releases her album ‘Good for Roses’ via Absolute Label Services / Universal on 18th April 2025. We wanted to learn more about the new album and she kindly agreed to chat to us:

Heavy-weight Missouri rockers Shaman’s Harvest, have released their brand-new single “Rock n Roll Queen” ahead of their first ever tour of the UK and Ireland in March 2025. We chatted to them before they hit our shores:

Award-winning Scottish musician Dean Owens has released his twelfth album ‘Spirit Ridge’ on CD, Vinyl and Digital on the Continental Song City label. We spoke to him about the new album, songwriting and more:

With just a handful of releases to her name, Yorkshire rock ‘n’ soul artist Courtney Hadwin has already made a big impact with over a million followers at TikTok, YouTube and Facebook as well as collabs with artists as varied as Sam Fender and Steven Van Zandt. She kindly spoke to us about her new music, her hometown and more:

Vocalist and guitarist of Steel Pulse David Hinds very kindly took time out of his busy schedule to chat to us about the band’s 50th Anniversary Celebration 2025 UK Tour and more: 

Cornish Celtic folk punk rockers, ALL FOR JOLLY, will release their new self-titled album on 4th April 2025. Prior to the release, they chatted to JLTT about the new album, favourite instruments and more:

Dual fronted, high-octane heavy alt crew, Decrepit Youths, will release their debut EP ‘Love Psycho Kill Machine’ on Friday 21st March 2025. We spoke to the band about their debut EP, their voices and more:

California singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer Chuck Prophet’s new collaborative album with Cumbia group ¿Qiensave? ‘Wake The Dead’ is out now. Currently touring the UK, Chuck kindly chatted to us:

Irish blues singer-songwriter and guitarist Gráinne Duffy is making a welcome return to UK venues this March having conquered America. She very kindly spoke to JLTT about her latest album ‘Dirt Woman Blues’ and more:

Potent UK metallers, SYPHA have released their debut ‘Borderland’ EP and we chatted to them about the new release, their future plans and more:

Singer-songwriter Graceé won the Royal Albert Hall’s Future Makers Artist 2024 award and will perform her own headline show in Shoreditch in February 2025. We chatted to her about winning the award and more:

Trumpet player, composer and member of 1980s band The Style Council, Stewart Prosser is releasing his first solo work as a triptych of tracks. Entitled ‘Far From Home’, the EP will be released digitally through Elm Tree Records on Friday 14th February 2025. He very kindly spoke to us about the EP and more:

Altameda are a JUNO nominated folk-rock duo consisting of singer/songwriter Troy Snaterse, and Métis visual artist and multi-instrumentalist Erik M. Grice. Hailing from Edmonton and now based in Toronto. Troy very kindly sat down with us to talk about the new single and more:

Macclesfield 3-piece Cassia make their extremely welcome return with the announcement of their most ambitious release yet in new studio album ‘everyone, outside’ which is released on Friday 11th April 2025. JLTT sat down with them to talk about the album, their voices and more:

Acclaimed blues-rock harmonica virtuoso and singer Will Wilde will release his new album ‘Blues is Still Alive’ on Friday 28th February 2025 via Vizz Tone Records and will also support it with a UK Tour. He chatted to JLTT about the album, musical instruments and more:

Rock four-piece Juliet’s Not Dead will release their new album ‘This World Is Ours’ on Friday 7th February 2025. They kindly chatted to us about the new record, songwriting and more:

Cut Glass Kings return for a New Year and a new album with their latest single, ‘Big Dreams’. One of a succession of singles and leaks from their upcoming second album, ‘From A Distant Place’, released on Run On Records on Friday 21st February 2025. We chatted to the duo about the album, their 2025 UK Tour and more:

Songwriter Kyle Falconer will release his new solo album ‘The One I Love The Most’ on Friday 7th February 2025. He very kindly took time out of his busy schedule to talk to us about the new record, musical influences and more:

Revered pianist and one half of atmospheric prog duo Iamthemorning, Gleb Kolyadin will release his new solo album ‘Mobula’ on 28th February 2025 via Kscope. We were very fortunate to talk to him about the new album and much more:

East London’s Ella Clayton has released her new single ‘Come Pass The Time’ and recently just finished recording her debut album. We spoke to her about the track, her voice and more:

Joan Armatrading has released her latest album ‘How Did This Happen And What Does It Now Mean’ via BMG and her new single ’25 Kisses’ is released on Friday 31st January 2025. She very kindly chatted to us at JLTT:

Singer-songwriter Aphrah has released her new single ‘Pretty Broken Chords’ which follows her previous release ‘Silhouette’. She chatted to us about her new music, her voice and more:

Pop-punk cover band Punk Rock Factory are no strangers to us at JLTT. They will release their new album ‘All Hands On Deck’ on Friday 14th February 2025 and they kindly chatted to us about the new record:

8-piece Soul band Stone Foundation have announced a major tour of the UK, Eire and mainland Europe to follow the release of their eleventh studio album, their first since 2022, ‘The Revival Of Survival’ on 28th March 2025 through 100 Percent Records. Lead vocalist Neil Jones kindly chatted to JLTT all about it:

Willie Watson, the singer-songwriter, poet, actor and multi-instrumentalist has released his self-titled debut solo album and is touring the UK in January/February 2025. He kindly chatted to us about the record, his musical memories and more:

Rising pop artist Lo Lauren has released her single ‘Before The Kiss’ and has a lot of exciting plans for 2025 including a debut EP release. We sat down with her to talk about the single, her voice and more:

6-piece self-described Americana rock band Morganway are now strangers to JLTT with our late lead writer Pete Sargeant enjoying their music and live performances. Their new album ‘Kill The Silence’ is released on 31st January 2025 with a headline UK Tour in April. We spoke to the band about their new album and more:

Montague Armstrong live and work at 15 Kings Road, St. Leonards-on-Sea, which is situated in East Sussex on the English south coast. They operate an original fine print workshop upstairs and a music lab downstairs that contains transistor Hammond organs and vintage amplifiers, including a Supersound amp that was actually made on their street in 1960. Their latest album ‘Modern Classics’ is out now and they kindly chatted to us:

Rising Brit alt-rockers SAINTS AMONG US continue their climb with the release of their deeply engrossing new single, ‘Hunger’, which is out now. We caught up with the band to discuss the track, their hometown and more:

Blues-rock guitarist Mick McConnell is pleased to announce that Mick McConnell & Blue Thunder will be embarking on an eleven-date UK Tour starting on 3rd January 2025 at Blues Bar in Harrogate and wrapping up with a headline set at the famous 100 Club in London on Tuesday 11th February 2025. He took time out of his busy schedule to chat to JLTT:

Jaywalkers, a celebrated UK-based Americana trio, are thrilled to announce the release of their new single, The Radio, which is available on all streaming platforms now. This upbeat track is the first taste of what’s to come from their highly anticipated 5th album, set for release in February 2025. They kindly chatted to us about their new single, album and more:

Jonathan Antoine first gained worldwide recognition at 17 with a record-breaking audition on Britain’s Got Talent, which launched his career as a finalist and led to two chart-topping classical albums in the UK. He has released a collaborative record with legendary songwriter Diane Warren entitled ‘Jonathan Antoine & Diane Warren By Request: The Diane Warren Songbook Vol.1 and he kindly spoke to JLTT:

Formidable Brit two-piece COMMON TONGUE lay down a prominent marker in the shape of their engrossing new single and video, ‘Done’. We spoke to the pair about their new music, favourite instruments and more:

Homegrown Mancunian artist John Blaylock has released his debut single ‘Temples’ and has a lot planned for 2025. He sat down with JLTT to introduce himself to us and our readers:

Canadian singer-songwriter and pop powerhouse, Olivia Lunny, has released her new single ‘City Of Angels’ from her forthcoming album. We wanted to learn more about the track, her voice and more and she kindly agreed:

Friend of JLTT singer-songwriter Chris Simmons has launched a heartfelt Christmas single, A Cold December, to support bereavement charity AtaLoss. Released to coincide with National Grief Awareness Week, the track channels Chris’ personal journey with loss into a song of hope, remembrance, and resilience. Profits after costs from CD and download sales will go to AtaLoss, a charity dedicated to providing support for those coping with grief. He very kindly chatted to us about the track and more:

Engaging Brit Geek rockers MIDLAND RAILWAY will unveil their super magnetic self-titled album on Friday 14th
February 2025. With their single ‘Bedroom Analysis’ out now it seemed like the perfect time to chat to them:

Salt Ashes, the enigmatic dark synth-pop artist also known as Veiga Sanchez, returns with her new single, ‘Bad Things Right’. She chatted to us about the track, her musical influences and more: