Who benefits from the latest Spotify announcement and what does this mean for artists and labels?

This is a speculative blog exploring the effect of Spotify’s latest announcement with plans to release music straight onto the platform and the effects of this.

FeatureChristopher SpringSeptember 21, 2018Spotify, Music, FeatureComment

Music and Mental Health - a special feature: An Interview with Nick Lewis from Nicolas and the Saints

Interview, FeatureChristopher SpringSeptember 10, 2018Nicolas and the Saints, Mental Health, InterviewComment

An Interview with Joe Acheson of Hidden Orchestra

Christopher SpringNovember 30, 2017 Comment

Nicholas Williams of Night House talks to Chris about ‘Roots On The Wires’

Whats on, FeatureChristopher SpringNovember 24, 2017Night House, Ellie Ford, InterviewComment

Spotlight on: Sampa The Great

Sampa the Great, the creator of the Great Mix Tape and the Great Mixtape II which is due for release on November 10th, was kind enough to take time off her busy European tour to talk to Chris from Art In Brighton about her tour, life at home and her upcoming plans for 2018.

Whats onChristopher SpringNovember 8, 2017Interview, Tour, Hip-hop, Sampa The GreatComment

In Conversation with Mella of Medea Electronica

As part of the Art In Brighton bi-weekly podcast, Chris spoke to Mella from Pecho Mama, the creators of the sold out show Medea Electronica. Here, is a snippet of that interview they talk art, music and synth; a lot of synth.

Christopher SpringOctober 26, 2017Comment

Tru Thoughts Records - An Interview with J-Felix

AIB have been lucky enough to chat with well-known Brighton name J-Felix – Producer, multi-instrumentalist and DJ. He released his debut album, “101 Reasons” with Tru Thoughts in 2015, receiving high praise from NME and has toured with Alice Russell and her band as a guitarist. This interview will give you a peep into what its like to be a musician, working with a reputable label, J-Felix’s musical roots and where he draws inspiration from.

Christopher SpringOctober 18, 2017Tru ThoughtsComment

Tru Thoughts Records - Interview with Paul Jonas M.D. & Co-Owner

AIB have been lucky enough to chat with Paul Jonas - Co-owner and Label Manager, Alice Russell – Singer and Performer, and J-Felix – Producer, multi-instrumentalist and DJ. Their interviews will give you a glimpse into what its like to own a record label, being a musician and what it takes to be successful doing what you love.

Christopher SpringOctober 18, 2017Music, Audio, Tru ThoughtsComment

Nicolas and the Saints - Album Launch and new video

Nicolas and the Saints, a Brighton/Vienna/London band whose music I simply adore, have just released a new video created by Ithaca Audio.

Feature, Whats onChristopher SpringJuly 21, 2017Nicolas and the Saints, Music, GigComment

Top 20 Picks of this year's Great Escape Festival

So, it's Thursday morning and I am so excited for the festival. As part of my planning I put together a little "Chris, get your bottom to these gigs", so here it is for you. My: "Get your bottom to these gigs":

Festival, The Great EscapeChristopher SpringMay 18, 2017Top Picks, The Great Escape, MusicComment

The Great Escape Special on 1 Brighton FM

We love our music too and as part of our upcoming coverage at The Great Escape Festival, our very own creator Chris has taken it upon himself to create a 3 hour Great Escape Special show for you.