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Dana Gillespie, announces the release of ‘Spent The Day In Bed’, lead single from new album ‘First Love’
Legendary singer-songwriter Dana Gillespie, announces the release of Spent The Day In Bed on 19th April 2024, the lead single from her stunning new album First Love, released on 31st May 2024 through Fretsore Records. Spent The Day In Bed is written by Morrissey,...
DANA GILLESPIE – Announces New Studio Album ‘First Love’ – Released on 31st May 2024
Legendary singer-songwriter Dana Gillespie, with over 70 albums to her credit in a career spanning six decades, adds a new chapter with the release of her stunning new album First Love on 31st May 2024 through Fretsore Records. The album will be released on CD,...
Matt McManamon – ‘Told You Before (I Won’t Tell You Again)’ on YouTube
The Official video for Matt McManamon's new single ‘Told You Before (I Won't Tell You Again)’ is out now on YouTube. Filmed in Liverpool Follow this link to view video HERE Released on digital services worldwide on Friday, 23rd February, the track follows Matt’s 2021...
Mexican Dogs – Spectacular new single ‘Hold On’ – Once it grips you, it won’t let go
Quickly establishing themselves as one of Liverpool and the UK’s imminent rising forces with the release of their lauded self-titled debut EP last year, alt. rock trio Mexican Dogs continue to build upon their burgeoning reputation with the release of the stellar new...
Mexican Dogs – Liverpool Rock Trio Return with ‘She Cries Blues’ Single
MEXICAN DOGS return with latest single: “She Cries Blues”, a retro romp out 25 March via Fretsore Records. Cavorting their way through a thunderous blend of retro riffs, jovial drum beats and rip-roaring, live-ready vocals, “She Cries Blues” is a fuzzy glam-rock romp...
Ooberfuse release new single ‘Vanish The Night (Putin Must Go Mix)’
At Abbey Road studios, on Saturday 5th March 2022, London band Ooberfuse recorded their latest single “Vanish the Night – Putin Must Go” speaking out against totalitarian regimes. The single asks sabre-rattling authoritarian global leaders to stop using their powers...
Mexican Dogs – Liverpool Trio Break Into 2022 With ‘Run, Run, Run’
Blasting away the cobwebs, the trio deliver an instant hit of retro-shaded, riff-rollicking Glam Rock for the good-times. Landing like the Black Sabbath / T.Rex collaboration that never happened, Mexican Dogs resurrect the rock’n’roll spirits of yesteryear and breathe...
Mexican Dogs – Debut Single: ‘You And I’ – Out Now!
Setting their best foot forward with an almighty debut effort - MEXICAN DOGS - are delighted to present: “You & I". A stridently confident first single, “You & I” bows down at the altar of rock titans past and present to conjure a record with stadium-sized ambitions...
Mexican Dogs – Liverpool Rock Newcomers Sign With Fretsore Records!
A Liverpool band with big ambitions and an even bigger sound, the trio of Gaz Wilcox (ex-Bribes), Carl Rooney and Sonny Winder-Rodgers are confirmed to be releasing their debut EP with the label later this year. Tapping into the seminal sounds of T-Rex or Led Zep and...
Breaking news: ‘Money Goes To Money’ – new single from Brand New Zeros
“Money Goes To Money” is the brand new single from London-based rockers Brand New Zeros, released on digital services worldwide via Fretsore Records. Right now we only have the release date - March 26th. We'll update with more info as we get it from the band The band,...
‘Making Up For Lost Time’… Philip Rambow’s new single is out tomorrow
“Making Up For Lost Time” is the hopeful and enthusiastic new single from UK-based Canadian artist Philip Rambow. The song, written prior to the COVID pandemic, has taken on a whole new meaning as optimism grows for a gradual return to life as we knew it. Whether it’s...
Ooberfuse release inspirational new single “Stand Up” featuring Fr Daniel Alkhory
UK electro-pop duo Ooberfuse have collaborated with Iraqi priest Fr Daniel Alkhory on a new music release to celebrate the March 2021 visit of the Pope to the unsettled nation. The single “Stand Up” is available via Fretsore Records on March 5th. London, UK /Erbil,...
The Mono LPs are live! Streaming their full online set this Saturday!…
We'd like to draw your attention too a very special event... The Mono LPs are playing a live set this Saturday evening coming at you from the Edge Recording Studios as part of their exclusively streamed concerts. Edge Studios said... As a result of the craziness 2020...
“Desert Hearts” – the epic new single from Liverpool singer-songwriter John Jenkins
Released on February 26th, the track is the first since signing to Fretsore Records earlier this year and precedes a series of upcoming releases including a full studio album due later in 2021. Desert Hearts, a sweeping saga of ever-changing landscapes takes on...
Excellent new single ‘Saved’ from Bob Collum and the Welfare Mothers
“Saved” is the latest single from Bob Collum and the Welfare Mothers, due out on Fretsore Records on February 19th. The single is a remake of the gospel- flavoured tongue-in-cheek Leiber and Stoller hit - first recorded and popularised by LaVern Baker, and later...
Check out Ooberfuse’s new single ‘Freedom From Fear’ ft The Rebel Riot
Myanmar’s military has taken power in a coup and declared a state of emergency, hours after detaining Aung San Suu Kyi and other senior figures from the ruling party... Ooberfuse ft The Rebel Riot are very concerned about the dangers ahead and pray for Myanmar...
The Mono LPs new Single ‘Love Me – Out Now!
Renowned for their “rock’n’roll... with a cello” innovations, the Liverpool band’s new single initially began life as an indie track, before it all went a bit Pete Tong… As Ste Reid of The Mono LPs says: “Love Me” was a really old song of ours that we had in vaults....
New Single: Jumpin’ The Gun – Matt McManamon
“This is the shape of things to come” chimes Matt McManamon in the opening line of his solo return, setting a precedent for his 2021 plans. The former Dead 60s frontman will release “Jumpin’ The Gun” via Fretsore Records on January 15th. The track is the first taste...
Fretsore Records welcomes John Jenkins
Fretsore Records has signed Liverpool singer-songwriter John Jenkins to its roster The signing comes ahead of a series of new music releases that Jenkins has been working on in the recording studio. Fans can expect a first taste of the new material in the coming...
Jack Henderson Releases New Single ‘Stars’
Searching the cosmos for answers to some of life's biggest questions, "Stars" is an exploratory and philosophical new single that questions the very nature of our existence and our place in the universe. With its lyrics inspired by the works of the late, great...
‘From Birmingham’ – The new single from Bob Collum and the Welfare Mothers
Written during the 2020 lockdown “From Birmingham” is an early taste of what to expect from the act’s upcoming LP. “I imagined the story of a girl making her way through a strange place with a letter, and the idea of a lover who has to travel but promises to return is...
Play this! The Mono LPs new single ‘Hell, Save My Soul’…
Hard-rocking rifftastic Liverpool trio, The Mono LPs, release a new video for the song 'Hell, Save My Soul' (out this week on Fretsore Records). The Mono LPs are indebted to the 70’s hard rock sound. Big guitars, rising riffs and crashing drums are the order of the...
Brinsley Schwarz to release 2nd solo Album ‘Tangled’ on Fretsore Records
London-based indie label Fretsore Records have signed Graham Parker and the Rumour guitarist Brinsley Schwarz to their roster. The news comes ahead of the release of Brinsley’s upcoming 2021 album ‘Tangled’ and will be preceded by the single “Storm in the Hills”, due...
‘Cigarette’ – The new single from Brand New Zeros – Out now!
“Cigarette” is the tumultuous new single from London-based rockers Brand New Zeros, released on digital services worldwide via Fretsore Records. The band, fronted by singer-songwriter Ronan MacManus and guitarist Luke Dolan, fuses influences of rock, grunge, folk and...
Ooberfuse – New 6-track CD ‘Tears Can Only Sting’ is available now
We're delighted to say that the long anticipated 6-track EP by Ooberfuse is available to stream, download but ALSO as an actual get-it-in-your-hands CD. 'Tears Can Only Sting' comes in amazing transparent 'Trigger Pack' case. Push on the trigger and your CD is...
Check out Jack Henderson’s new video for ‘Where’s the Revolution’!
We have this on repeat here at Fretsore Towers!... With perfect timing the video to accompany the release of Jack's new album 'Where's the Revolution' is just a click away at Jack's YouTube page HERE. Or you can give it a spin over on Bandcamp where you can preview...
New album release: Jack Henderson – ‘Where’s The Revolution’
Available on your favourite streaming/download platform Jack Henderson's new album 'Where's The Revolution' HERE Self-recorded outside Henderson’s hometown of Glasgow, the ten track release sees the UK singer- songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist on inspired...
Breaking News… The Mono LPs Sign to Fretsore Records!
Independent London label Fretsore Records is very pleased to announce its newest signing: THE MONO LPS A dynamic Liverpool outfit self-described as “rock'n'roll… with a cello”, the quartet comprises frontman/guitarist Ste Reid, cellist/vocalist Vicky Reid, bassist...
Don’t Drink The Water – ‘Saturday Night Paint’ 4 track CD is here!
Fretsore Records are proud to announce Don't Drink The Water's new 4 track EP ''Saturday Night Paint'. Fronted by father-son duo David and Ben O'Leary, who previously performed as Cold Cold Heart, their music has been described as “brimming with classic country...
Matt McManamon – his brand new single “Pulling At The Reins”
We're delighted to announce that Matt McManamon's excellent new single "Pulling At The Reins" is out on Friday now for streaming and downloading on all the usual platforms HERE. As the former frontman of The Dead 60s and recent live guitarist for The Specials,...
Junkboy – New single is the fabulous instrumental ‘Belo Horizonte’
As we move closer to the (first time on CD) release of Sovereign Sky we have the tasty taster Belo Horizonte for your delectation. Available on your favourite streaming or download site right HERE We highly recommend checking out the video on Junkboy's Bandcamp page...
Don’t Drink The Water – new single ‘Gulf of Mexico’ out on Friday!
Fretsore Records are proud to announce Don't Drink The Water's new single ''Gulf of Mexico'. Simply follow this link and you can choose how you stream/download or even add to a playlist of your choice HERE For more on Don't Drink The Water, keep up with them on...
Check out Ooberfuse’s cool cover of ‘Only You’
Ooberfuse have released their excellent cover of Yazoo's 1982 hit 'Only You. Written by English musician Vince Clarke. He wrote it while with Depeche Mode, but recorded it in 1982 after forming the duo Yazoo with Alison Moyet. We asked Hal St John what inspired...
‘Nobody Gets Hurt’ – Jack Henderson’s new single released on Friday
Available on your favourite streaming/download platform HERE The single ‘Nobody Gets Hurt‘ is available on Bandcamp HERE ready to stream or download with a new video. Bandcamp | Stream | Website |Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | News | Soundcloud
This Heart Will Self Destruct – the new single from Bob Collum and the Welfare Mothers
“This Heart Will Self Destruct” is the new single from Bob Collum and the Welfare Mothers. The track, which fuses roots rock with honky tonk, is available via Fretsore Records on August 7th. Fans can now pre-save the song to their Spotify music library HERE A...
‘Hey Batman’ – Jack Henderson’s new single released
Available on your favourite streaming download platform HERE The single ‘Hey Batman‘ is available on Bandcamp HERE ready to stream or download with a new video. Bandcamp | Stream | Website |Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | News | Soundcloud
‘Angels With Guns’ – The new single from Brand New Zeros – Out now!
Released today on all major streaming and download platforms. Click HERE The single 'Angels With Guns' can also be found on Bandcamp ready to stream, download plus a new video HERE For more information on Brand New Zeros (click links) Linktree | Facebook | Website |...
Don’t Drink The Water – new single ‘Sally’s Got a Secret’ out now!
Fretsore Records are proud to announce Don't Drink The Water's first single 'Sally's Got a Secret'. Simply follow this link and you can choose how you stream/download or even add to a playlist of your choice HERE For more on Don't Drink The Water, keep up with them on...
My Darling Clementine: New single – ‘Different Finger’ out now…
Leading up the full release of 'Country Darkness Vol. 2', on June 5th, we have the new single 'Different Finger' The 4-track set is comprised of Elvis Costello interpretations by Lou Dalgleish and Michael Weston King in collaboration with Steve Nieve of The...
Brand New Zeros – New single ‘Human Kindness’
Released today on all major streaming and download platforms. The single 'Human Kindness' can also be found on Bandcamp ready to stream, download plus a new video HERE For more information on Brand New Zeros (click links) Website | Facebook | Twitter | Soundcloud |...
Matt McManamon – his first single “Goodbye” on Fretsore Records today
We're delighted to announce that Matt McManamon's tender new single "Goodbye" is out now for streaming and downloading on all the usual platforms HERE. There's a moving video for this song coming soon starring Matt!
Ooberfuse – ‘Fly High’ techno-visual video now on YouTube
The perfect video to get you up and moving in these difficult times. Ooberfuse have posted an amazing techno-visual video for current single 'Fly High' Click on the video or head over to YouTube HERE Click here to stream/listen/view | Fly High | YouTube | Ooberfuse...
It’s here! Philip Rambow’s new album Canadiana…
It's here! Philip Rambow's new album Canadiana - featuring the tracks "Things Are Not Looking Good", "American Buffalo" and "Oceans Apart". Now available to buy and stream on CD and digital. Pick up your copy today! Link: HERE Philip Rambow: Facebook | Twitter |...
Philip Rambow – New single ‘Oceans Apart’ out now
The tracks ‘American Buffalo’ and ‘Things Are Not Looking Good’ have already found airplay on specialist country radio, now new single ‘Oceans Apart’ is released to accompany the album release. Canadiana: the album’s title says it all, really. On his latest album in a...
Ooberfuse – Brand new single “Fly High” featuring JVNR – Out now
A positive message during difficult times... Ooberfuse's new single Fly High is out now. Produced by Adrian Hall on Fretsore Records features a great guitar solo by JVNR. Click here to stream/listen/view | Fly High | YouTube | Ooberfuse: Website | Facebook | Twitter |...
Video Premiere: Brand New Zeros “Love You If You Let Me”
The new single from Brand New Zeros is characterised by a rhythmic guitar strum and a strong bass line that will have you tapping your feet. The London-based group debuted the song at AmericanaFest in January. It’s the first release from upcoming second album, ‘Back...
Fretsore Records sign Northamptonshire troubadours Don’t Drink The Water
Fretsore Records has signed Northamptonshire troubadours Don’t Drink The Water. Formerly known as Cold Cold Heart, the band made an impression on label owner Ian Sephton at the Rushden Beer and Music Festival in 2019: "Dave and Ben O'Leary came to my attention via our...
Brand New Zeros – Brand new single ‘Love You If You Let Me’
Released today on all major streaming and download platforms. Plus Bandcamp fans will be delighted to find 'Love You If You Let Me' ready and waiting to stream and/or download right HERE For more information on Brand New Zeros (click links) Website | Facebook |...
Matt McManamon joins Fretsore Records
Fretsore Records is proud to announce the signing of singer-songwriter Matt McManamon. Formerly of The Dead 60’s and The Specials, the deal comes ahead of a new single and album due this year. McManamon shares his thoughts on the partnership: “I am delighted and...
Fretsore Records are proud to announce the signing of London-based rockers Brand New Zeros
Fronted by Ronan MacManus and Luke Dolan, Brand New Zeros will release their new single “Love You If You Let Me” on February 28th. The track is the first single taken from their upcoming album Back To Zero, due later in 2020, and the follow up to their self-titled...
Brand New Zeros at AmericanaFest 2020
Brand New Zeros are very excited to be a part of the fantastic AmericanaFest this year. As we have been selected for the official Showcase at Hackney Church Brew Co. on 29th January. Tickets for both days, 28th & 29th January are on sale now. Ticket link: HERE For...
“Rise Above The Ashes” is the new single from UK country music artist Lily Garland
“Rise Above The Ashes” is the new single from UK country music artist Lily Garland. The song serves as the title track for her new 6-track EP, due on digital services worldwide on December 6th via Fretsore Records. Combining key tracks from Garland’s catalog, along...
Brand New Zeros – ‘Song For Richenda’ from the forthcoming album
An acoustic live version of one of the songs from the album, Song For Richenda. Love acoustic garden session. From the album out next year on Fretsore Records For more information on Brand New Zeros (click links) Website | Facebook | Twitter | Soundcloud | News |...
Check out the video for Philip Rambow’s new single ‘American Buffalo’
A special launch party for “American Buffalo” will take place at The Dublin Castle, Camden on October 20th. Tickets available HERE Listen to American Buffalo via your favourite streaming services HERE Philip Rambow: Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Instagram | News
Country Lowdown… New Single: Philip Rambow “American Buffalo”
'Country Lowdown' website has added a page about Philip's new single... “American Buffalo” is the new single from UK-based Canadian singer-songwriter Philip Rambow. The track serves as the lead from his upcoming album ‘Canadiana’ to be released on Fretsore Records,...
Philip Rambow at the Dublin Castle on Sunday 20th of October
Come to the Dublin Castle nice and early this Sunday afternoon (20th October) for a matinee into evening show from 4pm to promote Philip Rambow's new single: “American Buffalo”. Philip has had a remarkable career as a singer and songwriter; He fronted pub rock legends...
Junkboy – Trains, Trees, Topophilia luxury vinyl release is GO!
We are very proud to say that you can now pre-order a vinyl copy of this year's best subterranean-pop album via our Instagram, Facebook and Bandcamp pages. Lathe cut in Seaford, East Sussex by the fantastic 3.45RPM Vinyl Lathe Cutting (hard at work on the Junkboy...
Critically-acclaimed country-soul duo My Darling Clementine join Fretsore
Fretsore Records would like to welcome critically-acclaimed country-soul duo My Darling Clementine to our roster. The news comes ahead of a new 4-track ‘Country Darkness’ EP of Elvis Costello interpretations due later this year after collaborating and reworking...
First reviews for Jack Henderson’s EP Sharkey’s Parade
Early reviews are in for Scottish singer-songwriter Jack Henderson’s new EP Sharkey's Parade, with Building Our Own Nashville describing it as "Authentic with a strong timeless sound ...great listening.”. The record has also been described as “a smooth dose of...
Junkboy album: We have the links to stream, download or buy on CD…
Thanks to some great reviews in print and on music blogs more people are hearing of Junkboy's new album Trains,Trees,Topophilia. So whether you prefer to stream your music, purchase downloads or go for CD there is an option waiting for you... To stream/download and...
