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‘Cheating’ is the second track released from 23 year old John Newman’s forthcoming album ‘Tribute’ John say’s his influences are Motown, Northern Soul and tunes from the 70s and 80s and I think you can hear that in his vocals which you may recognise from his hit song ‘Feel The Love’ with Rudimental and his recent solo chart hit ‘Love Me Again’ The tune is anthemic and catchy and I’m […]

Our new single of the week comes from Welsh folk rock duo Zervas & Pepper. Acording to their website they discovered one another while performing in their home town clubs in Cardiff as solo artists. ‘Sure Fire Bet’ is taken from their EP ‘Lifebringer’ which they released in the summer. This track is the best way to bring in the autumn. To find out more about the band visit www.zervasandpepper.com

This week, we have selected Atlas Genius as the Black Diamond FM Single of The Week. 'If So' is taken from the South Australian band's album 'When It Was Now', which was released earlier this year. The indie pop band have several upcoming tour dates, including a showing with Imagine Dragons in London @ 02 Academy Brixton. Unfortunately their's no music video for the record yet, but you can still […]

The incredible Biffy Clyro have released their brilliant EP, available to download now and includes 'Victory Over The Sun'. Recently claiming number one with their album Opposites, the band have been extremely busy with headlining the Reading and Leeds Festivals. But it doesn't stop there, they have also added several upcoming gigs to their schedule in the US. Find out more about Biffy clyro at www.biffyclyro.com

Swedish DJ Avicii, is currently enjoying chart success with 'Wake Me Up', but now he's ready to release another hit! He's returned with the second single taken from the upcoming debut album, True. The vocal “All of my life.. I’ve been looking for someone like you." really hooks you in from the first listen and becomes an addictive dance/pop sound. Theirs no doubt about it, fans of Avicii will not […]

After quitting as a coach on ‘The Voice’ Jessie J announced she would be concentrating on her music and new album. ‘It’s My Party’ is the first of her new efforts to appear. The single is the first track to be released from her second studio album ‘Alive’ If you want to see Jessie live you can try and grab tickets for her show’s at the Hydro in Glasgow and […]

Fans of Eminem have been waiting years for new material and finally, he's back! Equipped with an up and coming album ‘The Marshall Mathers LP 2’, the rapper has teased fans with his long awaited single 'Bezerk'. I've been a massive fan of all things Shady since he dropped 'The Marshall Mathers LP'. Like many others, I'm so excited for the follow-up album and I trust it'll be superb. Where […]

Katy Perry has returned to the music scene with her smashing tune 'Roar'. Theirs no doubt about it, Katy Perry is one of the biggest pop artists at the moment. I can definitely see this record pushing Ellie Goulding's 'Burn' aside in the UK chart. The catchy chorus, "You're gonna hear me roar-oh-oh-oh-oh", is what makes me love this track more and more, every time I hear it. Listen out […]

Looking for something to tap your feet to? Look no further than our single of the week from US band OneRepublic. The first single taken from their album ‘Native’ ‘Counting Stars’ is a bright track with a catchy hook, which defiantly catches my attention. Having listened to another couple of tracks off the album I think this will be a good year for the band. Currently on a tour of […]