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Episode 46

Forensics, Paul Nazole, Amelia Rey, MADANES

Episode 46 and counting down to the big Xmas and New year break. As I mentioned in this episode, I will be taking a 2 week break over the Xmas period. I’m not sure about actual dates yet. If you subscribe to the podcast website, why the hell wouldn’t you, you will get all the updates as and when.

In the meantime I kick off this stellar episode 46 with Forensics and Not Giving Up. I love Forensics and I love this track. A few things puzzled me about the song which I go into in the episode. The Forensics are not your stereotypical indie-rock band. Described as “sonically unpredictable” yet “refreshingly real and honest”, their authenticity sets them apart. Massive riffs, pounding drums and soaring vocals underpin a sound that feels both accessible and distinctively their own. Formed in Preston, Lancashire in 2021, the four-piece have built a reputation for high-energy shows at venues including Night & Day Cafe and The Jacaranda, alongside support slots with The Snuts and Andrew Cushin. Fiercely proud of their working-class roots, they are embracing every step of their journey and encouraging fans to come along for the ride.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forensicsband

Next up is a little cracker of a song Nebuchadnezzar by the excellent Paul Nazole. Paul is a singer songwriter from Liverpool of Italian descent whose musical style is built upon intricate and expressive guitar playing and poetic lyricism, weaving together sounds from folk, rock and psychedelia, influenced by The La’s and Michael Head. Well known locally as an accomplished guitarist, Paul has guested and been a member of bands such as The Sneaky Nixon’s, The Stamp, Marvin Powell and Motel Sundown. Now releasing music under his own name, his journey began with debut single Nebuchadnezzar in March 2024. He is sensible enough to have a website that is well worth a visit:
https://paulnazole.com/

Third place goes to Amelia Rey with How Am I, and it’s a beauty. I always find it a bit odd when teenage artists tell their age in their bio, but anyway here is the aforementioned bio. How Am I is the soulful debut single from 17-year-old Melbourne-based singer songwriter Amelia Rey, known for her soulful tone, emotional honesty and confident stage presence. Trained formally in vocals and previously part of an all-girl performing group, she has built extensive live experience including a solo appearance at Carols in front of 20,000 people. Amelia has performed with the Army Band and The Nockoffs and now steps forward as a solo artist blending contemporary pop, soulful vocals and emotionally grounded lyricism. Her songs explore themes of identity, resilience and self-expression as she continues to build momentum across the Australian music scene.
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I shot a video of me picking tracks for this week’s episode and put it on the podcast’s Patreon page:
https://www.patreon.com/nicktannsfreshmusicfix

I then decided to change the last track to this little gem from MADANES called Your Dog, and I’m glad I did because I absolutely love this track. Here is what he sent me. He is 51 years old, has been a DJ for 19 years, a vinyl collector and fanatic vegan for 31 years. He runs a small business for a living and is trying to make music.
Website: https://madanesmusic.com/about/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@madanessongs/videos

So there we have it, episode 46. I rant and ramble my way through it in my inimitable fashion. Love it or hate it all I ask is that you listen to the brilliant music and not vote for reform. Not much to ask, go on….

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