The Northern Jazz Revival: An Interview With Jasmine
A jazz revival is happening in the UK. After spending many years as a symbol of wine-sipping middle-class civility, a new generation of music lovers…
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May 4, 2021
Noya Rao Talk Trees, Karate, and The Creative Process
From the fertile ground of Leeds' verdant music scene springs Noya Rao. The band, whose name refers to the mystical Amazonian 'tree of light,' describe…
March 20, 2021
Yusuf Yellow: Vulnerability, Masculinity & Hip-Hop
Yusuf Yellow takes things at his own pace. It hasn't hindered his progress. With his debut album, The Yellow Tape, the Leeds-based hip-hop artist grabbed…
January 20, 2021
Spacey Basement Cult Continue Down The Rabbit Hole With New Wonk-Pop Single
Spacey Basement Cult's new release sees the Leeds trio continue down the experimental-wonk-pop rabbit hole. The tongue-in-cheek description on their Bandcamp ("chill beats you can't…
October 14, 2020
Noya Rao Hook-Up In Soulful ‘Pina’
Pina is the new single from pioneering electronic soul quartet Noya Rao. The first fruit since their 2019 Owls EP, the new single continues along…
August 12, 2020
Wandering Monster Drop Glistening Jazz-Rock EP
If Wandering Monster's 2019 self-titled debut album marked them out as ones to watch in the UK jazz scene, their new double A-side EP Metropolis…
July 31, 2020
Leeds Record Shops You Must Explore
Record Stores in Leeds: A Pink Wafer Guide The resurgence of vinyl was something no generation could have expected. But their tangible, collectable nature and…
June 4, 2020
B-ahwe Drops Lilting Neo-Soul EP, ‘Nuance’
An uplifting journey of lush harmony and delicately assembled textures, B-ahwe's debut EP is cool and comforting in equal measure. Drawing on jazz, prog rock,…
May 29, 2020
Lady Hail Psych-Rock Revival With ‘Tender Hearted Woman’ Debut
Lady's debut single 'Tender Hearted Woman' is a psych-rock beast of a song, reviving and reworking a bold sonic palette that's long overdue its comeback.…
April 19, 2020
Yaatri Take You To Another Realm With Ambitious Reach EP
Intricate, enchanting, and sonically striking, Yaatri’s new EP Reach is the latest release to emerge from the ever-fertile Leeds jazz community. From the epicentre of…
April 13, 2020
Leeds Music Venues: The Alternative Guide
Live Music Venues in Leeds: A Pink Wafer Guide Leeds is increasingly recognised for its stellar selection of clubs and music venues that open their…
February 3, 2020
Long Legged Creatures Drop Menacing Electronica-Punk Banger ‘CMAD’
Long Legged Creatures are simmering to the boil. The Leeds quartet have been steadily making a name for themselves with their dark, twisting, groove-based brand…
January 17, 2020
Joshua Zero’s New Single Is A Sordid Take On Turbulent Times
Led by Joshua Zero - the 'heartthrob from hell' - the Leeds indie rock five-piece release their single Yellow Teeth, Red Skin. Taking you on…
January 16, 2020
Talkboy’s Debut EP Offers Wistful Indie Lullabies
Portraying the bittersweet nature of the modern world is something that only a few artists do well. But Leeds sextet Talkboy have done just that…
November 15, 2019
Mansion of Snakes Drop Scorching Afro-Jazz Debut Album
M.O.S, the debut album from Mansion of Snakes, shows the 10-piece Leeds/London-based troupe reach new levels of depth and sonic maturity. Whilst staying loyal to…
November 11, 2019
Leeds Music Festivals: The Alternative Guide
Thanks to the fantastic array of venues in Leeds, each year sees a plethora of amazing festivals and all-dayers take place in the city. Reflecting…
September 12, 2019
Freese Trio Drop ‘Pleasure Island’ From New Dark Trip-Hop Record
Leeds-based trip-hop electronica grunge band Freese Trio drop their single 'Paradise Island' today, from their forthcoming album The Beast in the Blueprint.
August 30, 2019
Leeds Music Blogs and Magazines You Should Know About
Leeds is one of the UK's most exciting music cities, and the proliferation of great music in the city has also seen a flourishing of blogs, radio shows, and other content producers and curators.
July 10, 2019
B-ahwe: The Rising Leeds Artist Making Neo-Soul Moves
B-ahwe's latest single blends trip-hop beats with delicious jazz changes, and haunting vocals.
July 3, 2019
Thank Drop Blistering New Single ‘Think Less’
Leeds noise-rock band Thank are certainly on the heavier side of the Pink Wafer spectrum but their new single 'Think Less' is just too good…
June 25, 2019
Vula Viel: Goodness, Guilt, and the Dagaare Music of Ghana
We spoke to Vula Viel about her love of Dagaare music and what it means for a white woman to play African music in 2019.
March 19, 2019
Yaatri: Transcendent Sounds From Leeds Newest Jazz Band
Yaatri are the newest addition to a growing scene of jazz crossover bands coming out of Leeds. Their debut video release is a thing of…
March 18, 2019
20 Leeds Bands And Musicians You Need To Hear
Leeds is a city with an absolutely buzzing music culture. Big things are happening for a whole bunch of these talented Leeds artists right now, and there’s a whole lot more to come this year. So let’s get stuck in. Here’s our summary of 20 of the acts that we’re excited about for 2019.
February 26, 2019
Mamilah: Sweet Soul Sounds From Leeds
Leeds is a hotbed of musical talent right now. And Mamilah are, without a doubt, one of the emerging bands moving it forward.
February 22, 2019
