The New Cue

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The New Cue #349 January 15 Bill Ryder-Jones

412 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🎶 Music Songwriting Interview Live performance Music Industry
  1. Bill Ryder-Jones discusses his new album 'Iechyd Da' and the creative process behind it during lockdown.
  2. The album features themes of relationships and personal struggles, with Bill mentioning having three breakdowns during the lockdown period.
  3. Bill Ryder-Jones incorporates samples and revisits characters from previous albums in his latest work, aiming for a more positive and hopeful tone.

The New Cue #351 January 22: MGMT

353 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🎶 Music
  1. The post discusses an interview with the indie-pop band MGMT
  2. The content is available with a 7-day free trial subscription
  3. The New Cue provides access to weekly posts and interviews with various artists

The New Cue #347 January 8: Black Grape

432 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🎶 Music Interview Band Musician
  1. The post is about a new interview with Black Grape's Shaun Ryder and Paul 'Kermit' Leveridge.
  2. The post mentions starting the new year with a conversation with Black Grape.
  3. Readers can access the full post by subscribing for a 7-day free trial.
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The New Cue #355 February 5: Gruff Rhys

98 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🎶 Music Interview Albums Touring Songwriting
  1. Gruff Rhys released his eighth solo album, Sadness Sets Me Free, which is his thirty-fifth album overall.
  2. Gruff Rhys enjoys music and the process of creating records, valuing albums as a medium of expression.
  3. Gruff Rhys drew inspiration for his album from personal experiences, Cardiff's evolving landscape, and a mix of musical influences.

The New Cue #353 January 29: Joe Talbot of IDLES

78 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🎶 Music
  1. IDLES new album 'Tangk' shifts focus to love and hope as a message.
  2. The process of writing personal album 'Crawler' was cathartic for Joe Talbot.
  3. Music can inspire empathy and compassion, influencing social change.

The New Cue #352 January 26: Liam Gallagher & John Squire, Sleaford Mods, NewDad, Joy Orbison, Gruff Rhys, Fat White Family, Drunk Mums, Justice, Oisin Leech, The Smile

78 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🎶 Music Artists News
  1. Sleaford Mods' Jason Williamson recommends RVG's Brain Worms album for its '80s vibes and lonely but good sound
  2. Liam Gallagher and John Squire's collaboration brings a mix of their iconic sounds reminiscent of Oasis and Stone Roses
  3. Gruff Rhys's album Sadness Sets Me Free showcases his consistent unique style and melancholic melodies

The New Cue #356 February 9: The Jesus And Mary Chain, Jon McKiel, Borough Council, Brittany Howard, Burial, Declan McKenna, Bullion, Julien Chang

39 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🎶 Music Indie Albums Rock Punk Recommendations
  1. The best electronic producers create a whole sonic world for listeners to dive into.
  2. Frank Turner recommended the album 'Sultans Of Sentiment' by The Van Pelt, describing it as unique and thought-provoking.
  3. You can access full editions and playlists by subscribing at The New Cue website.

The New Cue #320 September 22: Bill Ryder-Jones, Mitski, Fontaines D.C, Viji, Emma Anderson, Talk Show, Dolores Forever, Nas & Lil Wayne, Sleaford Mods

78 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
🎶 Music Interviews Music journalism Song analysis
  1. The post highlights new music releases and features various artists like Bill Ryder-Jones, Mitski, and Fontaines D.C.
  2. It discusses the story behind a song by the band Young Knives, revealing the inspiration and creative process behind its creation.
  3. The post introduces a guest recommender, Dorian Lynskey, who shares music recommendations for the audience.

The New Cue #317 September 11: Martin Fry

58 implied HN points • 11 Sep 23
🎶 Music Pop Songs Interview
  1. The post features an interview with Martin Fry from the 1980s band ABC.
  2. Martin Fry shares stories about the band's hit song 'The Look Of Love.'
  3. To access the full post and archives, a 7-day free trial is available for The New Cue subscription.

The New Cue #324 October 6: The Bees, Molly Burch, English Teacher, UNIVERSITY, Sufjan Stevens, A.S.O, Sonic Cathedral, John Grant & Midlake, deary

39 implied HN points • 06 Oct 23
🎶 Music Reviews Interviews Music history
  1. The Bees' breakthrough 2002 hit, 'A Minha Menina', was born out of a moment of spontaneity and led to unexpected opportunities.
  2. The Isle of Wight Festival played a significant role in exposing The Bees to a variety of music genres.
  3. The Bees are planning a comeback, with members looking to create music together again after a period of inactivity.

The New Cue #322 September 29: Steven Wilson, Mutual Benefit, Simon Williams, The Murder Capital, Really Good Time, VLURE, Wilco, Underworld

39 implied HN points • 29 Sep 23
🎶 Music Interview Album Streaming
  1. Steven Wilson created his latest album with no specific agenda in mind, leading to a surprise-filled and diverse record.
  2. The album was born out of a period of lockdown-induced isolation, allowing Wilson to experiment without external pressure.
  3. Wilson's creative process for this album was organic and uncontrived, with no predetermined genre in mind.

The New Cue #265 February 27: Shame

19 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
🎶 Music Album release Collaborations
  1. The New Cue #265 discusses the theme of shame in the band Shame's new album, featuring insights from Charlie Steen.
  2. Charlie Steen from South London's Shame shares how they collaborated with Phoebe Bridgers for one song.
  3. The article offers a 7-day free trial to subscribe to The New Cue and access full post archives.

The New Cue #275 April 3: Feist

19 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🎶 Music Music
  1. The post discusses the new Cue #275 featuring Feist on April 3, 2023
  2. It mentions the upcoming Maundy Thursday and its significance
  3. Readers are encouraged to subscribe to The New Cue for full access to the post archives