Inanna releases her amazing debut album 'Feels So Divine' through Matchbox Recordings. A brilliant lesson in poppy beats, Inanna has been praised wide and far for her prowess. A singer and DJ of amazing talent - Feels So Divine is essential listening.

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Cat Blay is a mere 17 years old and yet her music sounds timeless. MIxing pop with a soul energy, Cat Blay's debut album will be released through Matchbox Recordings in April and includes the hypnotic single 'I Need You'. A powerful debut from a musician who was born to be a star.

 

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Matchbox Recordings welcomes Hudson Airies to the family. A self professed nice guy, Hudson plays a unique mix of Urban Hip Hop, infused with a smooth and soulful RnB rhythm. His debut album 'Happy Celebration' is pure soul, at its best.

 

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Susan Gardener started her career in music by stealing cigarette tokens from her dad and converting them into cash to buy her first guitar. She has come a long way since then, with the release of her brilliant debut album - the hypnotic and haunting 'A Forest Of Miracles'.

Heavily influences by all things synth, the lead single'Pripyat' takes you on a journey of electronica and ambience. A space oddysey of sound.

 

Laura Jorden has the soul of a diva, the voice of a soul temptress and has decided that the only way to really live is to follow her dreams. She has just released her stunning double A side single Damage/ Ruby Slippers. The singles appear on her forthcoming debut album 'Welcome 2 Lauraland' (released November 2009). Laura has a unique perspective, her empathy allows her to write in many voices and makes every song on the album diverse but instantly identifiable. "There are landmarks in my album that can connect to your soul and others that move your feet.

Welcome 2 Lauraland is released end November 2009.

 

 

Lady Dentist started in 1999 and is Alison Lestner, a UK singer, rapper, writer and producer. She studied classical piano to grade 8 with top class teacher Rene Waterman and after meeting David Lestner in the 1990's the band Dance Trance Romance feat. Lady Dentist was formed. Since 2000 Lady Dentist has been influencial to many underground and well known artists with her style. The new album TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION shows the diversity of Lady Dentist. If you like an album with variety, rather than tracks all of one type, you will love this album.

 

The exceptional young Irish artist Jonathan Bowes hit the official Irish singles chart at no 27 on the 15 November 2009 with the dbl sided single " In the Pines/Dear Prudence". The single charted above artists like Robbie Williams, Beyonce, Calvin Harris, La Roux, Tinchy Stryder, Pixie Lott, Jay Z, Kings of Leon and more ( wow - well done Jonathan -Ed ). Only days before our very own Dale Olivier was live on air on Ireland's wonderful Ocean FM ( where the single is on the A list ) to talk about and promote the single with Jonathan. The single also charted at no 2 on the Irish Independent Download Charts. Read more in our news section.

 

Matchbox Recordings will be releasing an incredible charity single on the 26 October 2009 featuring a group of young entertainers from Merseyside, Liverpool. The single by "Bulief" is a cover of Michael Jackson's hit " Heal the world" and is in aid of the Red Balloon Learner centre in Liverpool in the name of James Bulger House. Read an interview with James Bulger's mother Denise Fergus about the single.

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The incredible debut single " No Sunshine" from the hot new R&B/pop/dance artist Jay Makwana will be released through Matchbox Recordings via Universal music operations on the 26 October 2009.Hear audio samples, read an interview and much more......

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Candy Rose is a hot new 100% Independent U.K based female Singer/Songwriter. Her stunning album " A Rollercoaster Love" is a mix of dance, modern pop, R&B, club and rock and stands out in a world of manufactured pop as an original record with real pure talent and energy. Hear audio samples, read the exclusive interview and more.....

 

"Underclass" are an exciting new five piece Indie rock n' roll band based in Wednesbury in the the Black Country. Their incredible long awaited and highly anticipated debut E.P called " England's last chance" will officially be released on Matchbox Recordings via Universal Music Operations on the 26 October 2009. Read an exclusive interview, hear audio samples and more.......

 

Out now the incredible "Tour De Force 3" new music album from Matchbox Recordings. This album features a diverse and exciting selection of the hottest new artists and bands from Indie, rock and electro to pop and acoustic. Read reviews and more click here.

 

The Whatmans are an Irish Indie rock band based in Dublin. Their incredible single " Devil Shoes" is out officially on the 21 September 2009 through Matchbox Recordings and distributed by Universal music operations. Read more about the band, hear audio samples and more........

 

The incredible and breakthrough band The Myst release their stunning and timeless album " White Buffalo" on the 28 Sept 2009. The album was produced at the famous Rockfield studios with top producer Matt Butler and features the classic and melodic single " Too Much Beauty". Read more about the band in the full exclusive interview + hear audio samples and more.............

 

The stunning self titled debut album from hot new female artist K*Le will be released by Matchbox Recordings on the 12 October 2009 and features the incredible single " Shattered" and 7 other hot tracks. Read the exclusive first U.K interview. hear audio samples and much more..........

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Glasgow based Richmond consists of one member, John Richmond on drums, guitars and vocals. His debut album "The Day off" is out on 12 October 2009 and features a classic blend of acoustic, piano and rawkous rock songs in a distinctive style. Take the day off and read more about Richmond, hear audio samples and more.

 

Dave Boyes is an English singer/songwriter and troubadour based in Spain. His debut album " Outside" is released worldwide on 2 Nov 2009. . Click here to read the full interview, hear audio samples and find uot how to make a Spanish Omlette.

Tregorya’ is their third album from "The Flickers " and will be released through Matchbox Recordings via Universal Music operations on 9 Nov 2009. The Flickers are not your average pop band. They have an innovative, experimental and cool way of delivering inspiring and real alternative pop/rock and epic ballads. Read more about them, hear audio samples and find out what their mum makes for dinner.

 

Distinctive Liverpool singer songwriter and maverick "Jimmy Rae" delivers his incredible and classic debut album " Deliverance" featuring the single " Ain't so sorry". Read the exclusive interview, hear audio samples and a lot more...

 

Mercurius are a diverse and melodic Indie Brit pop/rock band based in Newcastle. Their stunning debut full length album " Come on in " is now released through Matchbox Recordings featuring the debut single " Comfort Zone ". Read the exclusive interview and what shy 80's pop stars they hang out with ,hear audio samples and more...

 

Out Now the amazing "Tour De Force 2" new music album from Matchbox Recordings. This album features a diverse and exciting selection of the hottest new artists and bands from Indie, rock and electro to R&B, Rap and acoustic. Read reviews and more click here.

 

We are pleased to announce that Matchbox Recordings will be providing the mobile content and marketing for the forthcoming "Sister Act" play at the London Palladium co-produced by Whoopi Goldberg and Stage Productions LTD. To get your incredible Sister Act digital singles, Truetones, wallpaper and video click here !

 

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The incredible, fresh new solo pop star " Shane" has released his amazing debut E.P " Rescue Me" featuring the stunning single " Tell me Why" through Matchbox Recordings. The single has been backed by Tesco who have stocked it nationwide in all major and express stores, some featuring it in the top 20 new releases chart.  Read the full interview with Shane himself, Hear samples and see the video by clicking here. 


One of Irelands hottest new Indie/rock bands and Hot Press magazine faves "The Perfect Skins " have released their awesome album " A reconstructed View". Click here to read an exclusive interview, hear samples and more........


The Nave Blues formed by talented musician and harmonica player Nave Pundik unleash their incredible, innovative and alternative blues based album and live DVD " Welcome to my world". Hear samples and read the full interview here......

One of Canada's hottest new rock exports Elton Adams has released his incredible self titled debut album featuring the hot single " Candy". Read about his time with the Canadian forces in Bosnia and Afghanistan, hear album samples and learn how to make nutty pork and onion by clicking here now.

Money Train are a hot American hip hop duo based in the U.K. Their incredible, upbeat, catchy and cool hip hop/pop album " Heartbreaker 1/9" featuring the hot single "Same Ol' Thang" will be officially released on 23 March 2009 via Matchbox Recordings. Check out audio samples and an exclusive interview.

The incredible Christmas anthem " What does Christmas do ?" by the exceptional English band French Possession has been re-released. The hit has been No 1 on the Matchbox Radio 24 chart since it's original release in 2007. Click here to watch the video and to download from HMV, Itunes, Amazon and more. 

 
"Tour De Force 1" is the first in a hot series of new music albums featuring the best new Independent band and artists and it's also our big Christmas release ( Ho Ho - Ed ) . From rock masterpieces, melodic Indie anthems and incredible touching jazz ballads to female power pop, electronic bliss, experimental soundscapes and acoustic troubadours.It's out officially on 8 December 2008.  Read reviews, see pics, buy the album and find out about the hottest new artists now.

The incredible, powerful, gigantic, and mammoth album " Can you guess what it is yet ?" from Covered with punk will be unleashed on 16 Nov 2008. Featuring the amazing new single " Hey there Delilah" and more classic tracks covered in punk.  Read an exclusive interview with Mike Bayliss the mastermind behind it all and lots more.......and remember to watch out for the cool TV advert throughout Xmas on VH1, VH1 Classic, MTV2 and TMF on many shows including: The Official U.K top 40, The MySpace Chart, Noddy Holders Xmas top 40, Kings of Leon live, Killers live, Vintage Green Day, The 80's Rocked, Vintage Guns and Roses, The Rock top 10 and more.


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Legendary Liverpool singer songwriter Dean Johnson who was once described as " Bedsit genius" by NME is to release his exceptional Christmas themed single " Mary's Song" on 1 December 2008.  Hear a sample, see pics and read an exclusive interview about the new single, his recent tours with David Essex, E.L.O, Beach Boys, Bryan Ferry and Squeeze, his fave take away and much much more......... 


One of the U.K's hottest new funk, hip hop, electro outfits "The Mysteriou2" unleash their dynamite new single and E.P  " Fired Up" on 13 Oct 2008. Check out an exclusive interview, hear audio samples, learn how to make space dust and more... Watch out for the cool TV advert for the single on MTV2 all over xmas on shows like: The Myspace chart, Biggest, Hottest Loudest, The rock top 10, The Top X-rated videos, Kings of Leon live and many more.

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Classic songwriter Sean Deegan returns from a sabbatical to deliver the brand new uplifting single " Was I wrong now ? " on 13 Oct 2008. You can get it FREE with his debut album. Click here to read a brand new interview and hear the single now.

 

Hot new Holland based artist I-MIND ( a.k.a Eduardo Osorio ) releases his long awaited debut album " Area 51 " on the 13 Oct 2008. Featuring the Matchbox Radio 24 hit " Tomorrow" and 9 other hot new tracks. Read the exclusive interview , hear audio samples and more.......

 

The Hottest new music album on the planet is out now. "Stay in the box vol 3" is a top quality collection of new alternative, pop, rock, acoustic and electro bands and artists from all around the world.  Read all about the bands and more now......

 

The  amazing debut album " Distance"  from Irish popstar Robert O' Connor is out now. The album featuring the top 60 irish hit "Spend the night" and the amazing new single " How many times ( Can we say goodbye ) was album of the week in HMV who called Robert "Dublin's next big thing in songwriting Read more..

 

Preston's hottest rock export Ocean Bend unleash their gigantic and monstrous rock album  Everyday Life". Watch out for a snippet of the band and their tracks off the album on MTV2 soon.  Read an interview, hear samples and more. 

 

Manchester legend Paul Ryder who founded The Happy Mondays now fronts the hot new band BIG ARM. Their debut single "Flashbacks" was described as " The best debut single of all time" by XFM DJ Clint Boon. Their massive debut album " Radiator" is out now. The band played some stadium supports recently with Ian Brown and were featured on podcast and mentioned in the Daily Star. To hear and see more click here.  

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