How To Find New Music

How To Find New Music

Hiya lovelies! 

Now as you can probably guess I am obsessed with music and finding new bands (currently listening to new music as I write this). I recently read a couple of blog posts were people have given their tips on how they find new music so because I've been doing this for a number of years I thought I would share my recommendations. 

Spotify

This is a great way of finding new music from all around the world. Although this way you aren't guaranteed to find a Justin Bieber as I yet to come across an artist from there to make it big time. I do find Spotify to have a LOT of songs on their playlists but if you know what style of music you like its great! Sadly I like to listen to most genres so it gets difficult. 

They also various 'new music' type playlists that are updated weekly so that you can enjoy new music all the time. I've found some great artists using Spotify, definitely worth ago. It's also definitely worth the £10 a month I pay, but they also do a free version and they have student discounts I believe (not 100% sure about that because I'm not a student).

Liebster Award - 2016

Liebster Award - 2016

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It's time for a tag post and I was kindly nominated by Hannah and Kia - you should definitely check out their blogs. 

The rules: 

1. Thank the person who nominated you and post a link to their blog. 

2. Answer 11 questions about yourself, which will be provided to you by the person who nominated you. 

3. Nominate up to 11 blogs that you feel deserve the award, they must have less than 1000 followers.

4. Create a new list of questions for the blogger to answer. 

5. Inform the people/blogs you have nominated. 

My Life Recently | 09.01.2016

My Life Recently | 09.01.2016

It's been over a month since I last did a 'My Life Recently' post so that's why we're here! Happy New Year and all that. I had a pretty quiet Christmas time so I don't have many pictures.

Guest post | Tips for 2016 Playlist

Guest post | Tips for 2016 Playlist

Hey, it’s Shannon again! I’ve got another playlist to share with you, and this times it’s ten new bands and artists that I’m tipping to have a very successful year ahead. I usually blog about rock and indie bands over at: rock2therhythm.blogspot.co.uk  but I’ve tried to switch it up a bit too so there’s more variety in the playlist – I’ve even included some pc music offspring! Hope you enjoy it!

Pretty Vicious – Are You Ready For Me?

Pretty Vicious are four teenagers from Methyr Tydfil in Wales, who have already had a crazy 2015. In the past year they got signed, they headlined the BBC Introducing stage at Glastonbury and they have played countless lives shows. Their sound is fierce and frenzied and it’s something which will no doubt be soundtracking my summer, as there’s an album due out around the middle of 2016. 

Also listen to: It’s Always There & National Plastics

Vitamin – To Believe

These four lovely Leeds lads, known collectively as Vitamin, have already supported two of my other tips in this playlist (RAT BOY and Sundara Karma) on tour. Their upbeat indie pop is youthful and fun and in particular their track Miss You would be the perfect soundtrack to the climax of modern day John Hughes teen movie. 

Also listen to: Miss You & Giving It Up

The Big Moon – Nothing Without You

I don’t use the term awesome foursome lightly, but these girls really are just that. From breakthrough track Eureka Moment, to this latest offering, these gals are just so cool and make me want to make music much more than Miley ever could. The band also chuck in a grunged-up cover of Madonna’s Beautiful Stranger in their live set, which definitely is a must-see! 

Also listen to: Sucker & The Road

High Tyde – Do What You Want 

Brighton-based High Tyde have been grafting away for years, honing their indie pop sound. They’ve just released their second EP Glow, featuring the track Do What You Want which appeared on Made In Chelsea. I interviewed the band at the end of 2015 and they promised 2016 is going to be a very big year for them indeed, with more shows and more music in the pipeline. 

Also listen to: Feel It & Glow

ASOS Basic Bargins

ASOS Basic Bargins

I'm just going to put this out there, my fashion is pretty basic. I love plain clothing and find myself buying very basic clothing. I mean I do spice it up with a more bold piece but you can never have enough plain jeans or black tops. Here's a few 'basic bargains' I found whilst scrolling through the ASOS January Sales. Sorry there aren't many, this is new to me so I'm just testing the water.

ASOS Baby Rib Jumper with Turtle Neck in Structured Knit. WAS: £18 NOW:£9.00 

I literally LOVE these. With it being knitted it obviously adds a bit of warmth during the winter months. Perfect to layer up with something more colourful.

Elegant Touch False Nails Review

Elegant Touch False Nails Review

Now lets just start by saying yes I know I was last to get on the bandwagon but shh. FYI I'm not a trendy person. 

Without further ado, let me show you, the Elegant Touch false nails. For those who don't have long nails or go to salons and get them done. Honestly I can't stress how good they are. 

So I think they are about £6 - £8, PERFECT for a night out or a glam day. I bought my first set for a party, I didn't expect them to look nice or anything. Lets just say now I wear them nearly all the time! Obviously not all the time because the glue would ruin your nails. 

It's safe to say I wear them until they are no longer wearable. I wore a set for about 2 weeks in total until they were bending and looked horrible. They lasted around a week before I had to re-glue - I must add this was with a full nail of glue so they were pretty well stuck on. Obviously it completely depends on your lifestyle and how heavy handed you are. I did house chores, cleaned out my guinea pigs and everyday life. I was a little cautious when doing some things but nothing major, you can usually feel when you're putting pressure on them. That's usually when they snap off, which my little sister couldn't understand! 

Goals for 2016

Goals for 2016

Happy New Year!!! Where did 2015 go? I am so determined to get the most out of 2016. It will be the year we all succeed! As I've said before I don't really believe in New Years resolutions so I've put together a list of goals I would like to achieve by the end of the year. I'm already working on them but why not make them goals!?

1. Blog regularly 
I am fairly satisfied with how much I've blogged this year. It was definitely better than 2014! It helps that I've also met some amazing bloggers this year. Hopefully I'll have around 150 posts during 2016!

2015 - Best Bits

2015 - Best Bits

What a year 2015 has been. Sadly 2015 hasn't been the best year, maybe I'll put that in another post. Here's some of the best memories I have. 

I was reunited with my childhood best friend (middle) and I met the lovely Tia (right) who I fancy massively. 

 My birthday was cool. It definitely taught me a lot! And I am no longer a teenager. 

I spent many hours in hair salons getting my hair dyed blonde. 

Favourite songs from 2015

Favourite songs from 2015

This year has been amazing when it comes to music. The charts have seen such a diverse range of genres and I love it. This post actually took me ages to write because this year I've loved A LOT of songs. I just know I have still forgotten loads but here's a list of my faves. 

(FYI I know not all of these were released in 2015.)

Mark Ronson - Uptown Funk

Fetty Wap - Trap Queen

Wiz Khalifa - See you again ft. Charlie Puth

Lethal Bizzle - Fester Skank

Omi - Cheerleader

Guest Post | Alternative Christmas Playlist

Guest Post | Alternative Christmas Playlist

Hey, I’m Shannon! When I’m not pestering Abbie on Facebook Messenger with details of the abundance of weird things that happen in my life or perfecting a university deadline right up until the last minute, I write my own blog about new music over at: rock2therhythm.blogspot.co.uk. If you like indie and rock music then it might be your kind of thing, so feel free to check it out!

For now though I’ve curated an alternative Christmas playlist to get you in a festive mood but also offer a break from some of those Christmas classics which have been played maybe a little bit too much already…

I hope you enjoy it!

The xx – Last Christmas (Wham! Cover) 

For those wanting to have a chilled Christmas, this cover by The xx may be the perfect soundtrack. The atmospheric synths and soothing have become a trademark aspect of the trio when it comes to their own material, however this cover proves when applied to a Christmas classic, it still works. 

Julian Casablancas – I Wish It Was Christmas Today 

Mr Casablancas is the lead singer of indie rock outfit The Strokes. The New York band have influenced so many of today’s new rock bands, but back in 2009 the frontman decided to go it alone and record this Christmas cracker. 

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8 favourite Christmas jumpers

8 favourite Christmas jumpers

Whilst I was buying some clothes online I noticed that there were loads of cool Christmas jumpers around this year, I thought I would do a quick post to show my favourites. They aren't in an order but if I could buy them all I definitely would. 

Nostalgia (In The Style) - £9.99

This is just the funniest Christmas jumper! Definitely one you'll only get away with this year though. 

Binky (In The Style) - £9.99

I think this one is a little bit cheeky but I love it and I love Binky from MiC so of course I'm going to like her clothing.