StreetTalker has been out and about across the UK to find out who’s been making noise on the underground music scene. We spoke to people out on the street, asking them what they’re listening to, where they’ve been gigging and who they like the sound of. As a result we’ve unearthed some great new talent soon to become household names. Check out these movers and shakers tipped for the top and you could even win an iPod touch along the way!
Luckystar
This four-piece indie/ post-punk outfit have been causing quite a stir, making their presence felt among the northwest gig circuit and gaining rave reviews from BBC Manchester.
Sounds like: Bloc Party, Battles, Editors
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The Answering Machine
Already with one UK tour under their belt, this fresh-sounding Mancunian band has built up a strong online following. Described as breezy guitar pop, we can be sure to hear a lot more from this band, very soon.
Sounds Like: The Strokes, Dirty Pretty Things
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Portico Quartet
These four talented guys have a busy summer ahead - booked out with London gigs over the coming months, even claiming a spot at Glastonbury in June. They play an exciting fusion of contemporary jazz and modern classical music, which is slick and comfortable on the ears.
Sounds Like: The Quantic Soul Orchestra, Nostalgia 77
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Paloma Faith
Coming from a theatre background, Paloma dabbled in film before moving into music. She delivers a great sound twinned with her burlesque inspired performances. Influences stretch from Billie Holiday to Bjork and Outcast.
Sounds Like: G-Whizz, Joe Sciacca
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Luckystar
This four-piece indie/ post-punk outfit have been causing quite a stir, making their presence felt among the northwest gig circuit and gaining rave reviews from BBC Manchester.
Sounds like: Bloc Party, Battles, Editors
MySpace Profile
The Answering Machine
Already with one UK tour under their belt, this fresh-sounding Mancunian band has built up a strong online following. Described as breezy guitar pop, we can be sure to hear a lot more from this band, very soon.
Sounds Like: The Strokes, Dirty Pretty Things
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An iPod touch
According to our StreetTalkers, the average person listens to their mp3 player for three hours per day and a shocking 7% of you out there don’t even own one! If you’re in the minority don’t despair, we have the latest iPod touch to put that right.
Portico Quartet
These four talented guys have a busy summer ahead - booked out with London gigs over the coming months, even claiming a spot at Glastonbury in June. They play an exciting fusion of contemporary jazz and modern classical music, which is slick and comfortable on the ears.
Sounds Like: The Quantic Soul Orchestra, Nostalgia 77
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Paloma Faith
Coming from a theatre background, Paloma dabbled in film before moving into music. She delivers a great sound twinned with her burlesque inspired performances. Influences stretch from Billie Holiday to Bjork and Outcast.
Sounds Like: G-Whizz, Joe Sciacca
MySpace Profile
‘Portico Quartet’s album Knee-deep in the Dark is the last thing I downloaded. I can’t wait to see them live at Glastonbury.’ Emilie, 21, London