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The British Sound

About Me

The British Sound were formed in 2007 with the aim of promoting local and national unsigned bands to make them the next big thing. Since our launch, we have had overwhelming interest, and have now started a magazine, currently developing Issue 3.The British Sound's summer compilation- 'Summer Sounds'. It is still available! The compilation features some of the best up and coming bands in the UK; including the New Cassettes, 4KICKS, Esteban, Silent Film Project and more. Please ensure you order your CD for a bargain price of £2.50 online now. You can order below using the order form.You can order Issue 2 of our magazine using the order form below.The latest issue of TBS magazine is available for just £1 (plus 20p postage and packaging), and includes interviews with Scunthorpe based band 4KiCKS, Leeds' Otherside, Lox Bourne. An exclusive Glastonbury diary by the Underground Heroes and a special International section featuring TBS international band of the year Orange Lem.The magazine also includes the latest R'n'B lowdown, aswell as many other features!

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Music:

Member Since: 13/04/2007
Band Website: www.thebritishsound.co.uk
Band Members: The team here at TBS goes as follows: Matthew Blanchard - Founder/Editor Nathan Soulby - Deputy Editor/Staff Writer William 'Pharrell' Farrel - Staff Writer Oliver Taylor - Myspace Editor Damian Batley - Consultant Phillip Mahmoud - Proof ReaderThere are also part time writers/staff etc that help with the magazines, myspace, CD production and advertising. All design work is done by 'Conception De Cunst Design Studios'.
Influences: Nearly every British Band/Artist that has ever lived, along with a few international ones. Basically anyone who has made or produced great music. Our favourite genres are indie, alternative, rock, RnB, Ska, new wave, funk, electronica and acoustic but most styles are good anyway.
Record Label: The British Sound

My Blog

Order the summer compilation now!

The British Sound's summer compilation- 'Summer Sounds'. Will be available in the next week. The compilation features some of the best up and coming bands in the UK; including the New Cassettes, 4KICK...
Posted by on Sun, 22 Jul 2007 11:16:00 GMT

Magazine Issue 2 available for order

Issue 2 available to pre orderYou can pre order Issue 2 of our magazine using the order form on our myspace homepage.We are now in the process of printing Issue 2 of our magazine. This months issue is...
Posted by on Mon, 02 Jul 2007 15:34:00 GMT

Review: Underground Heroes@ Bar Academy FCUK Secret gig

Underground Heroes Messy Messed up Manchester Wed 13th June: Bar Academy FCUK Secret Gig As storm clouds threatened to unleash mayhem and extreme weather on the skyline of Manchester, the Heroes were ...
Posted by on Wed, 13 Jun 2007 19:09:00 GMT

Magazine available for order!

We have now had Issue 1 printed, and it is available for sale! Please leave us a message to order, and we will leave an address for you to send the money to. Please ensure that you include a piece of ...
Posted by on Tue, 05 Jun 2007 15:39:00 GMT

The British Sound Magazine- E version Out Now

We have now released an e-magazine version of the first issue. Unfortunatley, due to lack of funds, we cannot print thousands of copies to distribute around the country. However, we are now selling a ...
Posted by on Wed, 30 May 2007 01:22:00 GMT

Best Unsigned Band 2007

The British Sound are hoping to team up with a record company to give an unsigned band a fantastic opportunity to create their very first studio album. If you think your band has what it takes ...
Posted by on Sat, 26 May 2007 10:57:00 GMT

ATTENTION ALL BANDS: List your gigs with us

Att. All bands. TBS are happy to list any upcoming bands gig lists on the site and on myspace! Please get in touch with us as soon as possible. Cheers TBS www.thebritishsound.co.uk
Posted by on Wed, 02 May 2007 13:48:00 GMT

1/5. FRESH NEW MUSIC: Lox Bourne

Lox Bourne are a young, fresh band from the Midlands who formed at the start of 2007. They aim to have fun and claim 'We will entertain, just give us a chance!" Since the formation of the band, they...
Posted by on Tue, 01 May 2007 11:03:00 GMT

23/4. Favourite Worst Nightmare, Arctic Monkeys

Arctic Monkeys Favourite Worst Nightmare, DOMINO Records Hype can be a terrible thing. After the trailblazing success of the Arctic Monkey's first album, 'Whatever People Say I Say I Am, That's What I...
Posted by on Mon, 23 Apr 2007 11:12:00 GMT

21/4. Mark Ronson- Artist of the week, 21st April

Mark Ronson TBS Artist of the week, 21st April With his new album hitting the charts, Mark Ronson is flying high in the music industry at this moment in time. With his unique style, he has transform...
Posted by on Sat, 21 Apr 2007 11:17:00 GMT