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On this episode CloudwatcherUno sits down with Tilde the n this episode CloudwatcherUno sits down with Tilde the Swedish Soul Singer for a nice cuppaaa of tea. From her home in Gothenburg we get to talk about her English/Swedish heritage, singing her songs as an expression of who she is on a DNA level and the story behind her two albums ‘Nothing Gold Can Stay’ and ‘Pink Moon’ and upcoming third studio album.
The Swedish Soul Singer ~ Tilde
When Tilde first stared writing songs she was a teenager and the artists that she was listening to sang in English so it came to her naturally, it’s the language that she writes her songs in. Music has always been a part of Tilde’s life, her father went to the Royal Academy of Music in London to play violin, her grandmother was an opera singer. As there was a piano at home, Tilde started playing this at a very early age and it was her first instrument for many many years. Then at age 14 Tilde sang at her School Concert, then sang at music school and performed in bands.
‘Nothing Gold Can Stay’ by Tilde
Singing is part of Tilde’s identity, an essential component of her DNA. Tilde has expressed all the things inside her through music. Nina Simone has been a big influence on Tilde’s writing and has helped to shape her as an artist. Tilde needs music as an outlet and it is a form of therapy for her. She’s written songs that she isn’t consciously aware of and even predicts what may come to pass such as an eventual breakup. During the pandemic Tilde felt like she had lost her identity because she couldn’t perform and had many gigs planned in Denmark and was starting to build an audience. It was heart-breaking to see all the hard work just go up in smoke.
‘Pink Moon’ by Tilde
There are many stories in her life that have been translated into music and tries to capture that in her albums. Tilde has been back in the studio for her upcoming third album and is at least 80% there in terms of bringing the songs to life just the way she has imagined them.
Tilde, a sensational singer whose voice is like liquid gold.
Listen in to the conversation between Tilde and CloudwatcherUno by clicking the link below. Stream the rest of the eleven seasons on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Podcast Addict or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
Ashley Harding, a talented musician and songwriter, recently sat down with CloudwatcherUno for an exclusive interview. The podcast centred around Ashley’s highly anticipated new album titled “Spoon Music,” to be released on August 18th, 2023.
Ashley Harding talks exclusively about his new album ‘Spoon Music’ with CloudwatcherUno
As the conversation unfolded, Ashley shared fascinating insights into the creative process behind the album. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, Ashley and his friends managed to defy the odds and produce an astonishing debut album that is sure to captivate audiences worldwide.
“Spoon Music” is a unique musical journey that seamlessly blends elements from the cinematic universe of classic western films like “True Grit,” “The Outlaw Josey Wales,” and “Tombstone” with the timeless sounds of iconic artists such as Merle Haggard, Buck Owens, and Waylon Jennings. The result is a truly unforgettable audio masterpiece that pays homage to the rich heritage of country music while infusing it with a fresh and contemporary twist.
Ashley Harding in action on stage
Ashley’s passion for storytelling shines through every track on the album, as he effortlessly weaves vivid narratives and emotions into his songwriting. With heartfelt lyrics, catchy melodies, and impeccable production, “Spoon Music” promises to transport listeners to a world of authenticity, nostalgia, and heartfelt connection.
This highly anticipated release has been meticulously crafted by Ashley and his collaborators, ensuring a rich and immersive sonic experience that will resonate with fans of country music and beyond. Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or new to the genre, “Spoon Music” offers something truly special for everyone.
Ashley Harding a grass roots musician from Cornwall
The album hasn’t been mastered as yet but Brindley Hall who played drums, bass guitar and vocals throughout the album mixed the final version. Ashley teaches guitar lessons via Zoom and also performs in covers bands, usually singing Dad Rock songs around Cornwall. Ashely recorded the tracks in a makeshift studio in an industrial estate which had soundproofing added to stop the sound leaking through.
Ashley was smitten with music (thanks to his mom and dad) at an early age. Growing up in a household filled with melodies and harmonies, he was exposed to a wide variety of musical genres, from pop to reggae, reggae to country. It was in this musical environment that Ashley’s passion for music began to bloom. It was the guitar that truly captured his heart. The moment he plucked his first string and felt the vibration resonate through his fingertips, he knew that this instrument would be his creative outlet.
Ashley with his first love the guitar.
Throughout his teenage years, Ashley would spend countless hours in his room, practicing and perfecting his guitar skills. He would immerse himself in the works of guitar legends like Mark Knopfler and Hank Marvin, trying to dissect their techniques and incorporate them into his own playing style.
As he grew older, music became more than just a hobby for Ashley. It became a way for him to express himself deeply and authentically. He found solace in strumming chords and pouring his emotions into heartfelt lyrics. Composing music became his way of narrating his own story, as well as connecting with others who resonated with his songs.
Ashley captivating audiences with his voice, passion and guitar .
Ashley’s dedication and talent did not go unnoticed. Soon, he started playing with friends in house bands, taking on gigs at local pubs and jam nights. Every opportunity to share his music with others was a chance for him to grow as an artist and connect with his audience on a profound level.
In November 2019, Ashley made a bold decision. Fueled by his passion and unwavering belief in his music, he decided to quit his day job and fully dedicate himself to his musical pursuits in the coming year. The future seemed bright, with new bookings and exciting opportunities on the horizon.
However, just as Ashley was eagerly preparing to embark on this new chapter of his life, fate had a different plan in store. The COVID-19 pandemic hit the world unexpectedly, bringing with it a wave of uncertainty and cancellations. Gigs were postponed or canceled altogether, venues closed down, and the music industry as a whole was left in a state of limbo.
There is no love greater for a musician than his favourite instrument.
Despite this unforeseen setback, Ashley didn’t give up and the album ‘Spoon Music’ is a testament to his character and dedication to his music al vision. Whether you’re seeking solace in the soothing tunes or looking to ignite your passion for rhythm and harmony, Ashley’s music has the power to transport you to a realm of pure musical bliss.
But music is more than just sounds; it has the power to evoke memories, heal wounds, and bring people together. Ashley’s music not only resonates with listeners on a personal level but also has the ability to foster a sense of connection and unity among diverse audiences. It transcends language barriers and cultural boundaries, creating a universal language that speaks to the hearts and souls of people worldwide.
Allow yourself to be captivated by the spellbinding allure of Ashley’s music—a truly transformative experience awaits you. Click the link below to listen to the episode and stream the rest of the eleven seasons on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Podcast Addict, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
CloudwatcherUno catches up with Stacy at Maison Bertaux in London’s Soho. Over tea and cake we talk about Stacy’s recent UK tour, especially her gig at Green Note Music and her previous alter ego ‘Ginger Cowgirl’ We explore her latest album “Always The Outsider” and two of those tracks you can listen to in the podcast ‘Planetary Heartache’ and ‘Always The Outsider’.
CloudwatcherUno S11 Ep2 with Stacy Antonel
Stacy moved from San Diego to Nashville to get closer to Music City and in 2019 Stacy released her first self titled EP. Stacy talks about the pressure for artists to produce music to the algorithm’s of the music industry and how Stacy has carved her own musical identity as a modern retro country artist with her distinctive jazzy vocals. One of the stand out tracks is “Nashville”.
Stacy Antonel a kick ass retro country loving artist
Stacy, a talented singer-songwriter, made the bold decision to leave her sunny hometown of San Diego and set her sights on Nashville, the renowned Music City. With dreams of immersing herself in the vibrant country music scene, Stacy was eager to pursue her passion and become a part of the rich musical heritage of the city.
In 2019, after years of hard work, dedication, and honing her craft, Stacy proudly released her highly anticipated, self-titled EP “Ginger Cowgirl”. This project not only showcased her exceptional song writing skills but also captured her unique style and artistry. Each track on the EP revealed Stacy’s vocal prowess, creating a captivating blend of modern retro country music.
“Always The Outsider” by Stacy Antonel
One particular standout from the EP was “Nashville,” a heartfelt tribute to the city that had embraced Stacy with open arms. Through her poignant lyrics and captivating melodies, she painted a vivid picture of her experiences, the joys, and challenges she encountered on her journey to Nashville.
“Everything is a conversation with what came before it especially in the country genre”. Stacy Antonel
Stacy Antonel brings an outsiders perspective to the Nashville music scene.
One of the most striking aspects of Stacy’s music is her unwavering commitment to staying true to her artistic vision. In an era where artists often feel pressured to conform to the algorithms and trends dictated by the music industry, Stacy courageously carved her own path. Inspired by the timeless sounds of classic country and jazz, she fearlessly blended genres, creating a sound that was uniquely her own.
The name of Stacy’s latest album came out from her experiences as an artist, and looking at life on earth from an outside perspective and in a literal sense moving to Nashville not knowing anybody was hard, people relate to ‘Always The Outsider’ as they feel alienated in their day to day lives. ‘Kicking And Screaming’ is another stand out track that needs to be on your music radar.
Stacy Antonel is definitely an artist to have on your music radar.
As Stacy continues to make her mark in the Nashville music scene, one thing is clear – her passion for music and commitment to excellence are unwavering. With her distinctive style and undeniable talent, Stacy is poised to make a lasting impact on the country music landscape, captivating audiences far and wide with her soulful, modern retro sound.
“Planetary Heartache” by Stacy Antonel
So, grab a seat, turn up the volume, and let the enchanting melodies of Stacy’s music transport you to the heart of Nashville, where dreams are woven into heartfelt lyrics and catchy rhythms. Click the link below to listen to the episode and stream the rest of the eleven seasons on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Podcast Addict or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
CloudwatcherUno Season 11 begins with Louien who is singer, songwriter and artist Live Miranda Solberg. Recently a nominee for Spellemannprisen, often referred to as the Norwegian Grammy Awards in English. CloudwatcherUno speaks with Louien about her music and her inspirations from traditional North American and British folk music; to Laurel Canyon-style americana; to Country and Roots.
CloudwatcherUno Season 11 Episode 1 with Louien
Live is also part of the super group Silver Lining a musical phenomen bringing together members of two prominent Norwegian acts, The Northern Belle and Louien, folky americana quartet Silver Lining have sometimes been dubbed a super group in their native country. Louien, shared a demo on her Soundcloud page in 2016, she had no idea she would quickly find success in her home country of Norway. Solberg earned widespread acclaim and performed at some of the region’s largest music festivals.
“No” by Louien
That collective success led her to create her first solo record, None of My Words. Where None of My Words explored the many emotional layers of loss, Louien’s latest creative endeavor acts as a stepping stone toward a new normal.
“Second Best” by Louien
Louien’s singles No Tomorrow and Figure Me Out is produced together with her collaborator Øyvind Røsrud, and shows off her virtuosity as an artist.
Louien a superstar of the Norwegian music scene.
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The 100th episode of the CloudwatcherUno podcast is out now with Robert Ellis. He is a special artist. To me, a true definition of a poet who captures the real everyday life of us mere mortals. Robert has a history of generating classic country and bluegrass songs but also mixing in some alternative pulsating melodies. His songs are dramatic folk-pop for the common man, a way of escaping these terra firma chains.
CloudwatcherUno Podcast 100th Episode with Robert Ellis
We caught up with this Texas Piano Man, in a recording studio where his skills as a listener and producer were being used to make beautiful music. His larger than life persona personified in his album of 2019 has now given way to a much more introspective sound that will be heard on his new album. Just listen to “Yesterday’s News” to see how this song adds to Robert’s musical vocabulary.
“Yesterday’s News” by Robert Ellis
Robert’s songs are awesomesaurous, they connect with you in a way that very few songs do, basically ear candy for those who want to listen to real music. It’s on stage that Robert truly shines and he recently supported Courtney Marie Andrews in the UK bringing a stripped back acoustic sound.
Texas Piano Man – Robert Ellis
Robert sings from the heart and his songs are an antidote for those who want to feel more than this earth can offer. He is fantastic live, you really need to see his show if you get a chance.
“Topo Chico” by Robert Ellis
So add some Robert Ellis songs to your playlist, get your friends to join in with the conversation with CloudwatcherUno and Robert Ellis. Click the link below and also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Podcast Addict or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
In this 99th episode of the CloudwatcherUno Podcast we catch up with gentleman troubadour himself Jarrod Dickenson. The wandering minstrel originally hails from Waco, Texas and after spells in New York , this singing sensation has settled in Tennessee. Travelling all over Europe he met his wife and bandmate Claire Dickenson in Belfast and this versatile vocalist has become the special ingredient to his sound on stage and on record.
“Take It From Me” by Jarrod Dickenson
We have a “Big Talk” about Jarrod’s new album, his inspirations and his music. We also talk about Jarrod’s Battle Royale with a major label and the deal that went sour big time when the label did their utmost to sabotage the release of his album “Ready The Horses” but it took a Jarrod and Goliath battle to get the rights back to his own music. Jarrod’s musical riposte to all of these shenanigans is the song “Buckle Under Pressure” which you can hear on his latest album.
“Gold Rush” by Jarrod Dickenson
That wasn’t the only battle that Jarrod has been fighting, complications from Covid-19 left Jarrod with a lifelong health condition. All of this drama has been poured into Jarrod’s music and especially into the latest album. With the help of Jano Rix, Ted Pecchio, J P Ruggieri, Oliver Wood and Ethan Johns this album is a testament to the true grit of this southern artist.
Suave and sophisticated is this southern gem Jarrod Dickenson
Jarrod has recently been to these Isles of Britannia having done a tour of the UK and Europe. He’ll be back over here again to support Amanda Shires in June and performing on stage at Black Deer Festival – Americana & Country Music Festival in June 2023. So do your ears a favour and get you to a gig to listen to this magnificent Texan artist.
Jarrod Dickenson has a fine moustache….sadly it can’t compete with CloudwatcherUno!
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Del and CloudwatcherUno talk about his new album “Almanac” out from Acronym Records on 28th April 2023. The 3 time Juno Award @thejunoawards nominee chats about his fantastic album from his farm in the Manitoban wilderness.
“I Told You So” by Del Barber
Del is a blue collar artist who has lived the life of the working man and his love of the rural outdoors has been seen in his artistry as a musician through albums such as “Where The City Ends”, “Prairieography” and “Stray Dogs (Collected B-Sides / Vol 1 “.
Del Barber’s new album “Almanac” is out on 28th April 2023
For me the stand out tracks from the new album are “Jared”, “Jim and Me” and “Still Got You”. The album is a snapshot of the human condition, happiness, love and grief all rolled into one distinctive album. The album keeps the tradition of John Prine and Ian Tyson alive for a new audience. Make sure you buy a physical copy as Del Barber is out on tour all over Canada as we speak.
Del Barber
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Nadine Khouri sits down with CloudwatcherUno on S10 Ep 7 of the podcast to talk about her ‘Dream Pop’ music, her life growing up in London after travelling from Beirut, Lebanon where she was born, exploring New York to make music before settling in Marseille and making her latest album “All That Matters” released through French Indie Label Talitres.
Photo: CloudwatcherUno
It was a joy to see Nadine earlier in the year doing an acoustic set of songs from the latest album at Rough Trade West, her local record shop and one that has been a steadfast anchor in her life musically. Her album “Salted Air” produced by John Parish (PJ Harvey) was included in the Rough Trade Albums of the Year.
“Broken Star” by Nadine Khouri
In the podcast we explore Nadine’s influences, inspirations and ideas around music and the sound that she has captured that is uniquely hers. How as a musician she has been able to transform her dreams into poetry set to music.
Music is Nadine’s passion, her life’s work and is literally the air that she breathes when she performs on stage to audiences. It’s fascinating hearing Nadine talk about what it means to be a musician in this day and age.
Nadine will be playing live on Wednesday 14th June 2023 at Paper Dess Vintage, Hackney, London.
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Season 10 ~ Episode 6, of the CloudwatcherUno Podcast features the up and coming Donny Van Slee out on Friday 7th April 2023.
Raised in Florida but now living in Nashville, Donny is the only licensed chiropractor making his mark in the Nashville music scene.
We talk about his early years, his decision to reach out to the “World-Famous Tootsies Orchid Lounge” where after an audition they promptly hired him, through to being inspired by his peers such as Zach Bryan to explore his passion for music.
“Sip on Me” | Donny Van Slee
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In 2021 we launched the ‘CloudwatcherUno Live Sessions’ to bring independent singer songwriters at St Pancras Church, London an iconic venue. Now on 13th July 2023 we bring three amazing acts to perform acoustically live on stage at The Camden Chapel.
Rachel Croft headlines at The Camden Chapel supported by Amanda Pascali and Lucy Grubb.
RACHEL CROFT
Rachel Croft is a London based alternative artist, whose voice was described as “truly exceptional” by BBC Introducing. Blending the cinematic and soulful, Rachel’s multi-octave range flows effortlessly from fierce power to deep and deadly soft.
Her honest and varied self penned works have gained Rachel an impressive international fanbase, packing out venues across Europe on tours annually, and gracing the main stages of festivals including Wickham, Lindisfarne and Cambridge since 2017.
This potent and dark female forward repertoire, combined with Rachel’s formidable stage presence is one performance not to be missed.
“Only Dreams” by Rachel Croft
LUCY GRUBB
Lucy Grubb is a singer/songwriter from Norfolk weaving her own way onto the British Americana scene since emerging with her debut EP in 2017.
After years of honing her skills at UK festivals such as Glastonbury, Latitude, Cambridge Folk Festival and AmericanaFest, 2021 saw the release of her third EP ‘Waste My Time’ with a string of Summer dates and a standout performance at Moseley Folk Festival.
Now with three EPs under her belt, her debut EP named Best UK EP of the Year by Country site Belles & Gals, and her second EP gaining 5* by Maverick Magazine, Lucy’s third EP recorded during lockdown showcases her musical progression and maturity.
“You Don’t Do Anything For Me” by Lucy Grubb
AMANDA PASCALI
Internationally acclaimed, bilingual singer/songwriter and 2021 Houston Chronicle “Musician of the Year,” Amanda Pascali was born in Queens, New York, and is based in Houston, Texas.
Pascali, whose music has been described as “an auditory passport,” has performed internationally, from the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. to packed houses in Italy, Romania, and across the Eastern hemisphere. With a father who was thrown out of his home country for rebelling against the government, Amanda was driven from a young age to be a messenger of her family’s stories and diaspora.
As the rising voice of America’s most ethnically diverse generation of young people, 25-year-old Pascali writes songs that speak to the experience of growing up as a first-generation American.
“O Sole Mio” by Amanda Pascali
LOCATION
Doors at 19.00. Tickets available now.
** This venue is located on the second floor and requires climbing stairs. Sadly there is no lift or wheelchair access **
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