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  • Stand Out Tracks 2025

    Stand Out Tracks 2025
    2025/12/21
    Subscribe Listen on Spotify You can listen to every episode of Nick Tann’s Fresh Music Fix right here on nicktannsfreshmusicfix.com or on your favourite podcast platform including Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube or if you prefer RSS. While you’re here, hit subscribe and get a heads up email every Monday when a new episode drops. I’m Nick Tann – musician, songwriter, and your guide to the best new music you haven’t heard yet. These are the stand out tracks for 2025 compiled by Chris and myself. Enjoy Olvine – Savanomano, 0234 – ALL THE TIME, Masi Masi – She’s Trouble, Grimson – I Made My Therapist Cry Today, Keith Buckman – Of the Low Weald and the Marsh, Amity – Bite Me!, Girl For Samson – Cigarette, Pleasure Centre – Favourite, Grete – see u more, Lea G – Again and Again, Van Royale – Gold, The Real Flower Pots – Birdie, DOTHS – Communication’s Failed, The Mighty Heartache – Love Is, JoanovArc – Hey Sister, Marvin B Naylor – Startboy, Laptop – I Don’t Know, Johnny Marie And The Lonesome Petunias – She Caught Car Lights, Shallowdrown – I Bet You Hate Me, Around About Dusk – The Swarm, SUBSCENE – Some Days We Float, Cargo Cult – Poison Fame, MADANES – Your Dog If you want to take part in the Subscribers tracks of the year then you need Subscribe to the podcast website. On the 29th December all subscribers will receive and email with a link to a secret page (Oooooo..) where you will be able to listen to all the nominees. Exciting eh? But you need to subscribe, geddit? Have a cool yule! Subscribe Listen on Spotify You can listen to every episode of Nick Tann’s Fresh Music Fix right here on nicktannsfreshmusicfix.com or on your favourite podcast platform including Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube or if you prefer RSS. While you’re here, hit subscribe and get a heads up email every Monday when a new episode drops. I’m Nick Tann – musician, songwriter, and your guide to the best new music you haven’t heard yet.
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  • 47

    47
    2025/12/15
    Subscribe Listen on Spotify You can listen to every episode of Nick Tann’s Fresh Music Fix right here on nicktannsfreshmusicfix.com or on your favourite podcast platform including Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube or if you prefer RSS. While you’re here, hit subscribe and get a heads up email every Monday when a new episode drops. I’m Nick Tann – musician, songwriter, and your guide to the best new music you haven’t heard yet. The British IBM, Mélanie Pain, How Dare You, Cargo Cult The British IBM, Mélanie Pain, How Dare You and Cargo Cult make up Episode 47 and what an episode it is. This is the last normal episode of the year. The next episode will be Chris and my Pick of the Year, followed by a two week break. After that comes the results episode of the Subscribers Choice special. If you want to know more about that, subscribe to the website and all will be revealed. We kick off with The British IBM and Things Change. What a tune. I could not remember where they were from but it turns out they are based in Cambridge. Here is what I managed to glean from the internet. The British IBM officially launched in 2012, led by singer songwriter and retro enthusiast Aidy, alongside David Martin on bass and Scott Wilson on drums. Their debut self titled album was produced with Neil Bugs Rogers and featured the single Animal, which came with a well received animated video. Their track The British IBM gained wider attention after being used in the trailer for the documentary From Bedrooms to Billions, telling the story of the British video games industry. The video featured Iain Lee and paid homage to the BBC film Micro Men. In 2014 Aidy played an expo residency in Las Vegas as part of the Classic Gaming Expo. The following year the band released their second album Psychopaths Dream in Black and White, which featured a wide range of instrumentation including cello, bassoon and sitar. Tracks from the album appeared in TV shows including Life Sentence and How I Met Your Father, as well as the Bedrooms to Billions Amiga Years documentary. After a line up change in 2017, the band released further singles before putting out their third album Play the Game in 2019. During lockdown Aidy began streaming live acoustic performances on Twitch every Friday night, which later inspired their fourth album Friday Night at the Twitch Bar. In 2025 the band released their fifth studio album Things Change, with Aidy documenting the entire process on YouTube. Websitehttps://www.thebritishibm.com/ Next up is Mélanie Pain with Dreamloop, all the way from France. Excellent stuff and a wonderful bio to go with it. Recorded live in the studio with her band, Dreamloop radiates raw and immediate energy. The spontaneity of the performance is clear from the very first note. Mélanie Pain’s voice, always soft and precise, takes on an almost incantatory quality, with the chorus acting as a call to the surface and a glimmer of light in the fog. Balancing pop sweetness with inner vertigo, Dreamloop is described as a refuge song, a way to navigate the night and a delicate exploration of depression and the mental states that confine us. Dreamloop is released on October 30. Mélanie Pain is an iconic voice who has been evolving her solo journey through pop, folk and intimate poetry for over 20 years. She returns with How and Why, a stripped back and luminous album recorded live with longtime bandmates. The record draws inspiration from artists such as Kings of Convenience, Iron and Wine and Emilíana Torrini, and features nine English language tracks exploring emotion, melancholy and rebirth. Touring begins in September 2025, including UK dates in Shoreham On Sea, Southampton, Hastings, Weston Super Mare and London. Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/melaniepainmusic/ Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/melaniepainmusic And so to How Dare You with S.O.S. What a band. They completely rocked my world. Born out of Sacramento, California, How Dare You are a modern rock duo blending elements of nu metal and metalcore with raw and unfiltered emotion. Vocalist Noah Duarte teamed up with guitarist Matt English to create a sound that is both therapeutic and confrontational. Their debut single S.O.S is an unfiltered outcry against disconnection, aimed at anyone who has ever felt unheard or invisible. It is a heavy statement about reaching breaking point, reclaiming your voice and refusing to stay silent. Their influences range from Issues, Three Days Grace and Korn through to cinematic film scores, EDM and modern alternative rock. If you are into bands like Bad Omens, Beartooth, I Prevail, Silverstein or Motionless in White, this one is for you. They play live on January 17, 2026 at Goldfield Trading Post in Roseville, California. Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/DontYouDare.ca/ Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dyd.ca/ And so to the track that did its best to evade me but I got there in the end. Cargo Cult with their stunning track ...
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  • ep46

    ep46
    2025/12/07
    Episode 46 Forensics, Paul Nazole, Amelia Rey, MADANES Episode 46 and counting down to the big Xmas and New year break. As I mentioned in this episode, I will be taking a 2 week break over the Xmas period. I’m not sure about actual dates yet. If you subscribe to the podcast website, why the hell wouldn’t you, you will get all the updates as and when. In the meantime I kick off this stellar episode 46 with Forensics and Not Giving Up. I love Forensics and I love this track. A few things puzzled me about the song which I go into in the episode. The Forensics are not your stereotypical indie-rock band. Described as “sonically unpredictable” yet “refreshingly real and honest”, their authenticity sets them apart. Massive riffs, pounding drums and soaring vocals underpin a sound that feels both accessible and distinctively their own. Formed in Preston, Lancashire in 2021, the four-piece have built a reputation for high-energy shows at venues including Night & Day Cafe and The Jacaranda, alongside support slots with The Snuts and Andrew Cushin. Fiercely proud of their working-class roots, they are embracing every step of their journey and encouraging fans to come along for the ride.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forensicsband Next up is a little cracker of a song Nebuchadnezzar by the excellent Paul Nazole. Paul is a singer songwriter from Liverpool of Italian descent whose musical style is built upon intricate and expressive guitar playing and poetic lyricism, weaving together sounds from folk, rock and psychedelia, influenced by The La’s and Michael Head. Well known locally as an accomplished guitarist, Paul has guested and been a member of bands such as The Sneaky Nixon’s, The Stamp, Marvin Powell and Motel Sundown. Now releasing music under his own name, his journey began with debut single Nebuchadnezzar in March 2024. He is sensible enough to have a website that is well worth a visit:https://paulnazole.com/ Third place goes to Amelia Rey with How Am I, and it’s a beauty. I always find it a bit odd when teenage artists tell their age in their bio, but anyway here is the aforementioned bio. How Am I is the soulful debut single from 17-year-old Melbourne-based singer songwriter Amelia Rey, known for her soulful tone, emotional honesty and confident stage presence. Trained formally in vocals and previously part of an all-girl performing group, she has built extensive live experience including a solo appearance at Carols in front of 20,000 people. Amelia has performed with the Army Band and The Nockoffs and now steps forward as a solo artist blending contemporary pop, soulful vocals and emotionally grounded lyricism. Her songs explore themes of identity, resilience and self-expression as she continues to build momentum across the Australian music scene.FacebookInstagram I shot a video of me picking tracks for this week’s episode and put it on the podcast’s Patreon page:https://www.patreon.com/nicktannsfreshmusicfix I then decided to change the last track to this little gem from MADANES called Your Dog, and I’m glad I did because I absolutely love this track. Here is what he sent me. He is 51 years old, has been a DJ for 19 years, a vinyl collector and fanatic vegan for 31 years. He runs a small business for a living and is trying to make music.Website: https://madanesmusic.com/about/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@madanessongs/videos So there we have it, episode 46. I rant and ramble my way through it in my inimitable fashion. Love it or hate it all I ask is that you listen to the brilliant music and not vote for reform. Not much to ask, go on…. Subscribe Listen on Spotify You can listen to every episode of Nick Tann’s Fresh Music Fix right here on nicktannsfreshmusicfix.com or on your favourite podcast platform including Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube or if you prefer RSS. While you’re here, hit subscribe and get a heads up email every Monday when a new episode drops. I’m Nick Tann – musician, songwriter, and your guide to the best new music you haven’t heard yet.
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    29 分
  • ep45

    ep45
    2025/11/30
    Subscribe Listen on Spotify You can listen to every episode of Nick Tann’s Fresh Music Fix right here on nicktannsfreshmusicfix.com or on your favourite podcast platform including Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube or if you prefer RSS. While you’re here, hit subscribe and get a heads up email every Monday when a new episode drops. I’m Nick Tann – musician, songwriter, and your guide to the best new music you haven’t heard yet. Welcome to episode 45 We kick off with the brilliant Mad Haven and their new sing “Wasted On You” They tell me ……. “Mad Haven’s latest single “Take Control” was a huge success. In the last month, the band’s monthly Spotify listeners rose to a staggering 10,750 and the single gained 20,000 streams, and over 500 playlist adds! ‘Wasted On You’ is a song of encouragement and empowerment, to tell you that if someone is constantly getting you down, wearing you out and not appreciating you, while all you do is be kind caring and work hard to make them happy, you are not valued here. The song tells the story of someone aiming for the stars, someone who will do anything to get what they want, even if it means hurting the people that are closest to them. This person wants to “live like a megastar” and “live like they’re on TV” but while you are putting in all your effort to help and support them, they present you with lies and a total lack of caring. Once you become so low that you cannot continue, you will have no option but to walk away and tell them “I’m not gonna waste it all on you”. The next phase will be hard. There will be fabrications made up and hate being thrown your way, anything to keep up their narrative of being the victim and it won’t stop until they find the next. Stay strong, you are better than this. Know when it’s time to get out.” They have socials…. https://www.facebook.com/madhavenrocks https://www.instagram.com/madhavenrocks/ Next up is Dan O’Farrell & The Difference Engine and “The Colonial Club” taken from their forthcoming album ‘The Fish That Learned To Drown’ (Gare Du Nord, 22/02/26); Produced by Andy Lewis. A song for all those people who start sentences with “I’m not racist but…” and then spout pure racist bile inspired by the toppling of Edward Colston’s stature in Bristol a few years ago. Follow them to here for all the best stuff https://danofarrellthedifferenceengine.bandcamp.com/track/the-colonial-club Erin Hughes – Replaceable Erin tells me that “Replaceable is pop-rock with that bitter “You Oughta Know” kind of flavour. Not heartbreak but bubbling rage, the song was in part inspired by my very favourite line of ABBA’s extensive back catalogue, “but tell me does she kiss like I used to kiss you? Does it feel the same when she calls your name?” replaceable, though, is less gracious in defeat, and the result is an emotionally-charged sing-a-long! https://www.instagram.com/erinhughes_music/ Which brings us to Eugene McGuinness and his great song London which coincidentally comes just a week after I spent a weekend in this fine city. I had a great time traveling around and despite what idiots may tell you, I felt and was totally safe and had a ball catching all kinds of public transport around the place! This is what I was told about Eugene McGuinness “….had accepted his career in music was over. The end of his deal with Domino Records, followed by a difficult self-released album, fatherhood, and just life generally, saw his personal dreams and ambitions slowly slip out onto the horizon. A period of great change, McGuinness had embraced his new work and family life happy to leave the ugliness of the music biz behind him but the absence of making music, and the joy the process brings, left a hole. Which brings us to …. London. The second single from the returning Eugene McGuinness. London is where McGuinness was born and currently resides, but one he’d never really call ‘home’ despite his deep affection for the city. Born to Irish parents, his complex relationship with London is considered in this lyrically personal yet universal exploration. London is a city that is fun, vibrant and romantic whilst simultaneously hard, bleak and intolerant. The song explores themes of identity and belonging, where you come from and where you’re going, in a place that can seem to be fighting against you. Recorded at Liverpool’s Docklands Speed Shop with friend and producer Gajo Paco, the track is lush, warm and cinematic. Tasteful additions of cello, slide guitar and wurlitzer compliment a rich, beautiful melody. McGuinness’ wry lyrical flair is once again flaunted in this ‘widescreen romance’ about displacement and uncertainty. Eugene McGuinness is an inventive songwriter and performer, known for his wry, nimble lyricism and blending retro influences with contemporary sounds to create his unique brand of off-kilter pop. Of Irish heritage, the ...
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    27 分
  • ep44

    ep44
    2025/11/23
    Jarpsy, Good Time Locomotive, Charlie Smith, Songraes Jarpsy start us off with their retrospective break up song Are You Happy Yet. Jarpsy are an indie alternative rock band known for their live energy and relentless drive. They have built a fierce local following, sold out venues across the North East and taken their songs on […]
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    24 分
  • ep43

    ep43
    2025/11/16
    As you can see here, my beautiful new desk and chair combo… or can you? Episode 43 Johnny Marie and The Lonesome Petunias, The Lost Trades, Soft Cotton County, Drop Dead Gorgeous Anyhoo, to business! Kicking off with the wonderful Johnny Marie and The Lonesome Petunias and She Caught Car Lights. This is the email […]
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    25 分
  • ep42

    ep42
    2025/11/09
    Episode 42 JW Paris, Toothgore, Pacificaze, Heron Bringing us straight in with a bang this week is JW Paris and the splendid Anytime. 90s vibes with some Blur and Oasis feels. This blurb is epic: JW Paris are a 90s grunge Britpop-inspired three-piece featuring Gemma Clarke, Danny Collins and Aaron Forde. Fresh from storming Radio […]
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    30 分
  • ep41

    ep41
    2025/11/02
    Episode 41 Hi and welcome to episode 41 where I play The Casbahs, Subscene, Luna Marble, and Orlando Kallen. The Casbahs – Electric Daydreams (You try saying it!) They start us off with a cracking guitar track that could have done with a bit more in my opinion, but I loved it just the same. […]
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    29 分