Prepare to be immersed in a sonic experience like no other with psykhi’s groundbreaking EP, Forest People. Hailing from Ghana, this artist defies all conventions and pushes boundaries with his innovative blend of punk, indie, rock, and rap. In a music scene saturated with generic offerings, psykhi stands out as a true maverick, fearlessly carving his own path. With tracks like “Sitting On Ice”, “Don’t Disappear”, and “Dry” already garnering critical acclaim, this new EP is a testament to his unparalleled artistry. Sharing the EP’s name, “Forest People” is a bold anthem for those who dare to stray from the beaten path. From his distinctive vocals to the intricate instrumentation, every element of psykhi’s music oozes with freshness and originality. This EP is a breath of fresh air, a sonic adventure that will leave you exhilarated and craving more. If you’re seeking an artist who defies categorization and challenges the status quo, look no further than psykhi and his mesmerizing EP. This will have your musical senses awakened and your assumption shattered.
On October 13th 2021, ‘Portrait Artist of the Year’ will make a return to the UK’s Sky Arts channel and streaming service NOW for its eighth season – and yes, there’s relevance to Pink Floyd fans! The series ‘Portrait Artist of the Year’, with hosts Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell, brings together a batch of amateur and professional artists as they battle it out to impress expert judges Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan. Taking the famous subjectâs chair this year are: Celeste (Singer/Songwriter), Kelly MacDonald (Actor), Gabrielle (Singer/songwriter), Lydia West (Actor), Nish Kumar (Comedian), Alexa Chung (Model/TV Presenter), Alistair Campbell (Politician), Ian Hislop (Journalist), Hugh Skinner (Actor), Daniel Mays (Actor), Gyles Brandreth (former politician) Emma Dabiri (Author), Sophie Cookson (Actor), Jacob Fortune-Lloyd (Actor), Polly Walker (Actor), Philip Glenister (Actor), Chris Packham (Naturalist), Ali Jawad (Paralympic powerlifter), Arlene Phillips (Dancer), Grace Neutral (TV Presenter), Maggie Aderin-Pocock (Scientist), Sergei Polunin (Ballet dancer), Karen Gibson (Conductor) and David Olosuga (Historian). Nine artists compete in each of the eight heats, and each heat winner will go on to paint none other than Nick Mason, taking a break from the preparations for the Saucerful Of Secrets tour next year, in the semi-final. For the grand finale, three finalists will battle it out to take home the crown, painting the iconic Barry Humphries, best known for his on-stage and television alter ego Dame Edna Everage. This seasonâs Portrait Artist of the Year winner will receive a £10,000 commission to paint the esteemed Scottish-Italian classical solo violinist, Nicola Benedetti, which will be exhibited at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Portrait Artist of the Year will air on Sky Arts, Freeview Channel 11, and streaming service NOW. Episode screening dates and times aren’t yet available.
Hello and welcome to another Beneath The Surface session. This time I am joined by the bright, bouncy and extremely talented Ci Majr. We have a nice little chinwag and I get to share her latest zesty little dance-pop number! So check it out below. What would you say first sparked your interest in music/who …
MILA has returned with his brand-new bouncing track ‘Queen of the Hive’ – a playful indie/hip-hop banger that’ll be energising crowds in 2021. On the 28th August 2016, you could find me in the crowd at the Radio 1 Stage at Reading Festival, ricocheting between various people. Everyone belted lyrics in an Essex accent, the tent …
