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Routes will explore the pivots, twists and turns that shape creative careers. It’s something that couldn’t feel more relevant for the creative industries at the moment and we feel it’s important to address, share and discuss with inspirational speakers from around the UK.

The latest Kirklees Most Wanted additions for September and October are here, showcasing an incredible array of local talent from soulful acoustic sounds to electrifying beats, proving Kirklees is overflowing with musical brilliance.

“I am over the moon to be putting on this gig as I feel like it has been a long time coming” CHAR mentioned, stating she is usually a perfectionist which can lead to putting shows like this off – now, she is learning to trust the process, leaning into the support she has from her band and those closest to her.

When asked if she could collaborate with anyone in the world, she chose producer John Congleton; “I first heard of him through his work with Angel Olsen. Nine times out of ten, if I’m listening to an album I like, he had a hand in the production”

The latest Kirklees Most Wanted additions for August and September are here, showcasing an incredible array of local talent from soulful acoustic sounds to electrifying beats, proving Kirklees is overflowing with musical brilliance.

The talented folk trio previously released their debut single The Oldham White Hare on the label and now with their latest offerings the trio give listeners a chance to explore more of their material..

“Expect the sassy Rouge flavours with a hint of more vulnerability, it’s going to be more reflective but still fun and powerful. I’m working with a couple different producers on this project and you can expect more guitar, more sass, and some more of my silly stories. I can’t wait for this next era!”

I feel like we made the perfect album together.  It’s an album we truly made for ourselves in hopes that people like our creative energy.  Should we decide to do another one, we would essentially continue the creative conversations that have already begun with this LP.

Unlike major streaming services, Bandcamp provides a much larger share of revenue directly to artists, making it a great way to show your support and ensure he can continue to make the music you love..

“I may have started The Wranglers, but it’s the friendship and the dedication of both me and Leo that made this band what it really is – I absolutely can’t do it without him”

Get ready to update your playlists, Kirklees! The latest Kirklees Most Wanted additions for July and August are here, showcasing an incredible array of local talent from soulful acoustic sounds to electrifying beats, proving Kirklees is overflowing with musical brilliance.

When asked which band they would like to collaborate with in the future, Summertime responded by stating “Penelope Road would be a great band to support and write with! We can draw a lot of unintentional stylistic similarities from them, while also loving their music!”

Whether a song is being considered for the K.M.W. playlist or an artist is gearing up for a filmed session at Vibration Studios, this collaboration provides the perfect opportunity for artists to refine their tracks.

“I’ve been writing music my whole life, from the first song at 6 years old (which had a lot of ‘woah woah woah yeah yeah’ – thanks One Direction!) and just kept writing. It helps me figure out what I’m feeling as a neurodivergent person especially. From there, I’ve developed both musically and emotionally, and I’ve kept writing!”

Following an overwhelmingly successful inaugural year, the Kirklees Most Wanted project is thrilled to announce its return in July.

If you’re based in Kirklees and ready to contribute your time and energy to exciting up-and-coming projects, we would love to hear from you!

Icey mentioned that ‘SPIDERS’ wasn’t originally going to be on the album, “I thought it was too dark of a subject or people wouldn’t relate”. However, after working with Jolene, they changed their mind. “I knew what I had to do, not for me, but for anyone else out there who may be feeling the same pain.”

Sinead explains how she is a very nostalgic person in general, and therefore enjoys the comfort that Lovers Rock brings to her each time she listens. We all have a genre that speaks to our soul!