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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 8h

Sheffield four-piece Marples return with Dreams — a jangly, melodic indie anthem packed with bright, almost Smiths-esque guitars, infectious hooks and a chorus that sticks. New blog post out now! thisisthe.music.blog/2026/09/30/m...

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Holy Coves @holycovesband.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Thanks to our friends for the beautiful words about our new single Travelling'. @shinersam.bsky.social @thisisthemusic.bsky.social @turnupthevolume.bsky.social @rgm #newmusic

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Holy Coves @holycovesband.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Massive thanks Mark, @thisisthemusic.bsky.social for the kind review of our new single 'Travelling'. Which is out now! Read the full review 👇

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Holy Coves @holycovesband.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Huge thanks @thisisthemusic.bsky.social for this brilliant piece of writing about our new music video 'Hole'. The care, and attention to detail is beautiful to read. Read Full Feature Review 👇 thisisthe.music.blog/2026/05/22/h...

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Holy Coves confront grief, addiction and mental health on powerful new video for “Hole”

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

@johnkennedydj has literally supported us since day 1. @shinesbanduk on the support for their latest single Late For Days Episode 174 of the ThisIsTheMusic meets podcast is out now on all podcast platforms! Come and discover your new favourite artists! #podcast

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Holy Coves @holycovesband.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

'More than just another single, Falling Down feels like the emotional gateway into Hiraeth.' 'A stunning, soul-baring release from one of Wales’ most evocative bands.' Huge thanks Mark @thisisthemusic.bsky.social for the very kind words about our single Falling Down.

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PAYOLA @payolamusicuk.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

1st play of ‘Ivory Tickler’ on ‘Rise Of The Indie Artists’ show, tomorrow morning! @thisisthemusic.bsky.social www.mixcloud.com/ThisIsTheMus...

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Bullet Brain is a statement record. Fast, fierce and emotionally charged, it captures ALRIGHT at the exact moment potential turns into momentum. This is the sound of a band outgrowing the grassroots and stepping into something far louder. thisisthe.music.blog/2026/02/17/b...

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

The Enemy are back with purpose, punch and the kind of choruses that still feel built for the terraces Check out our preview of “Social Disguises” ahead of its release on the 20th Feb. thisisthe.music.blog/2026/02/10/s... #albumreview #musicblog #musicblog #theenemy

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Warm Coat @warmcoat.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

‘We can’t see that far ahead’ Halls - opening track from our Ambition album 🎵 warmcoat.bandcamp.com/track/halls-2 Previously played on the excellent @thisisthemusic.bsky.social show 👍

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

When You Cry captures harry_fazakerley at his most honest. A songwriter choosing depth, connection and emotional truth over noise. When You Cry is released this Friday! thisisthe.music.blog/2026/02/04/w...

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When We Cry – Harry Fazakerley

A review of Harry Fazakerley’s new single When You Cry

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

The Indie Social!! In collaboration with @echobassrecords @echobass.bsky.social I’m delighted to announce the first indie social showcase We’ve got a stellar line-up featuring Happy Neighbours @headwired.bsky.social Shines and Sunset Ruins Tickets on sale now link.dice.fm/Fea90993aa19

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Holy Coves @holycovesband.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Lot's of love for FALLING DOWN ♥️ Our brand new single Falling Down made 3 best lists of 2025. Massive thanks @turnupthevolume.bsky.social @thisisthemusic.bsky.social @eclecticmusiclover.bsky.social We appreciate this massively 🙌

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

RIVIA join the ThisIsTheMusic Meets Podcast Pop-punk is back & Liverpool’s Rivia are right at the heart of it. We talk: 🔥 “Something In The Water” 🔥 Sum 41 & Foo Fighters comparisons 🔥 12-date UK tour 🔥 Why 2026 is shaping up to be massive ⏰ Tonight at 7pm on all podcast platforms #podcast

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

@kulashakerofficial Wormslayer is a hypnotic, riff-driven psychedelic journey — spiritual, heavy and quietly defiant. Full album preview now live on ThisIsTheMusic 🌀🎸 thisisthe.music.blog/2026/01/16/w...

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Swagger. Belief And Big riffs. @parkdrive.official have conquered Essex and are now set to show to the rest of the UK why they are something truly special. thisisthe.music.blog/2026/01/18/c...

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Holy Coves @holycovesband.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Huge thanks @thisisthemusic.bsky.social for including our new single 'Falling Down' in the top 40 singles of 2025. We're in very good company here. ❤️ Check all this singles here 👇 thisisthe.music.blog/2025/12/22/t...

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ThisIsTheMusic Top 40 Singles of 2025

The Top 40 essential tracks of 2025 by ThisIsTheMusic

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Ventrelles @ventrellestheband.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

@officialchartsuk 18 physical 22 vinyl in November and @thisisthemusic.bsky.social top 40 with ‘Emily’s Song’ lnk.to/Ventrelles if ‘25 can end that way then ‘26 is set up to be a great year with more releases on the way….

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Ventrelles @ventrellestheband.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

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Ventrelles - Emily's Song

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

The ThisIsTheMusic Top 20 albums of 2025 blog is out now! Hope you discover a new artist or reconnect with an a favourite! Either way leave a comment and a like on the blog and help these artists be heard thisisthe.music.blog/2025/12/10/t...

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

We’ve Got It All (This Christmas) feels like the rare seasonal single that has staying power beyond December:@ashleystacey has quietly delivered one of the year’s most sincere festive tracks New blog post thisisthe.music.blog/2025/11/30/w... echobassrecords

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We’ve Got It All (This Christmas) – Ashley Stacey

A review of the new Christmas single, We’ve Got It All (This Christmas), by Ashley Stacey, featuring Matt Morgan

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Out of the Blue” isn’t just another single; it’s a statement of intent. A sign that Marseille aren’t just ones to watch — they’re already happening. Check out our preview of the Derby bands new single ahead of its release this Friday. thisisthe.music.blog/2025/11/24/o... #blog

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Holy Coves @holycovesband.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Our brand new single 'Falling Down' just made it's radio debut on @thisisthemusic.bsky.social! It feels fitting that Mark got to spin it first. He's done a lot for our band, and does so much great work for independent music. You can listen back to his show on mixcloud!

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Holy Coves @holycovesband.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Huge thanks to the legend that is Mark Speller at @thisisthemusic.bsky.social for the review of our brand new single Falling Down which drops on all streaming platforms on Wednesday! Read Review 👇 thisisthe.music.blog/2025/10/26/f...

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Falling Down Holy Coves

A preview of the new Holy Coves single “Falling Down@

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

Lovin You is not just a return, it feels like the perfect album for this moment in his career. it’s a reaffirmation that @richardashcroftofficial remains, defiantly and gloriously, one of Britain’s most vital voices. thisisthe.music.blog/2025/09/26/l...

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

After a decade away from the studio, Britpop hero’s @dodgyband.bsky.social return with Hello Beautiful, and it’s a reminder of just how good they are thisisthe.music.blog/2025/09/23/h...

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

@matildashakes.bsky.social return with a statement of intent with Light It Up, a track that’s as urgent, anthemic, and electrifying as anything you’ll hear this year. New blog post out now thisisthe.music.blog/2025/09/23/l...

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

How’s it going?? Not been on this app for a while. Any better than the other app?

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Warm Coat @warmcoat.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

HALLS - opening track off our debut album, described by @thisisthemusic.bsky.social as ‘brooding and emotionally charged .. with a sense of aching vulnerability’ 🎵👂 warmcoat.bandcamp.com/track/halls-2

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Leaving Behind by @thecases_official is exactly the kind of jangly, heart-on-sleeve indie anthem that gets stuck in your head after one play. New blog post, plus ticket link for @thisfeelinghq Test Transmission show can be found in our latest blog post thisisthe.music.blog/2025/09/17/l...

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Nigel Hughes @eariam.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

“Superstar in the making” 😳

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Rise Of The Indie Artists - The Oasis edition Join me as I play my favourite songs from across the bands 7 studio albums and b-sides, stories behind the songs and personal highlights. open.spotify.com/episode/5Zt7... #Oasis25 #oasislive25 #Oasis

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

“A mix of over the moon, enjoyment and confusion as we weren’t expecting this” Say @theradioaddicts about Scroll My Life Away passing 5k streams on EP 145 of the ThisIsTheMusic meets podcast Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/2B82... YT: youtu.be/GKEH3p5azy8?... #podcast

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

Start off your Saturday with the brand new Rise Of The Indie Artists show!! The perfect backdrop to being in the sunshinnnneeeee today www.mixcloud.com/ThisIsTheMus...

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

New podcast out now featuring Adam Thomas Hughes, a superstar in the making. On episode 144 i got the lowdown on Adam’s music journey so far, looked ahead to his headline show in Manchester next month and those Ryan Breslin (The Ks) comments Available on all major podcast platforms.

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Warm Coat @warmcoat.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Rise of the Indie Artists show 08.05.25 Including our ‘Halls’ track taken from our Ambition album @thisisthemusic.bsky.social 👂 www.mixcloud.com/ThisIsTheMus...

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

‘Sonically Chase The Morning still has the same vibe as simple pleasures, it’s just a party tune’ Say @siracusemusic of their new single on EP 142 of the ThisIsTheMusic meets podcast!! Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/7BYp... You Tube: youtu.be/Q7ADp5akl6Y?... #podcast

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

Why Wouldn’t We Look At The Stars is more than just a song; it’s an invitation to rediscover the awe and wonder that often gets lost in the hustle of modern life. Check out our review of the new @ashleystacey single thisisthe.music.blog/2025/06/06/w... #newmusic #musicblog #musicblogger

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Why Wouldn’t We Look At The Stars – Ashley Stacey

In a digital age saturated with fleeting content and constant connectivity, Ashley Stacey’s Why Wouldn’t We Look At The Stars emerges as a refreshing sonic escape. This track invites li…

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ThisIsTheMusic @thisisthemusic.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

I like the riff on Demon Mind & the lyrics are like you’ve got a good side & a bad side & you don’t which one to trust Standard Sound Project chat about their debut single on the ThisIsTheMusic meets podcast EP 143. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1tBO... YT: youtu.be/xfkNgku68BU?...

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