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“With Solstice Sun, Nick Byrne & Tom Symmonds have bottled the bittersweet ache of changing seasons and set it to one of the year’s most quietly stunning soundscapes."
We Write About Music

“Solstice Sun is a serene yet deeply moving experience, perfect for listeners who appreciate the power of pure, unspoken expression."
Acoustic Journeys

"Houses offers a sense of stillness and a well needed reminder of the things, and the people, that help us to grow and find our way during times of uncertainty." 
When The Horn Blows

“Summer Rain will leave you contemplating your path and what is best for you, this cross-genre experience is a breathtaking outlook into recovery.” Mogg Blog

“Summer Rain trickles with emotions before morphing into a powerful thunderstorm of tranquility.” Neon Music

“What sets this lovely gem (Houses) apart is the usage of warm and comforting synths and very immersive songwriting.” 
Stereofox

“On daytime radio sometimes its hard to cut through the noise, Houses stops you in your tracks and makes you pay attention” 
Frankie Francis, Amazing Radio & Frankie & The Heartstrings

Buckinghamshire, UK based Nick Byrne blends poignant melancholia and thoughtful lyricism into a contemporary mix of indie-folk. Latest single 'Solstice Sun' is a collaboration with Gloucestershire songwriter Tom Symmonds. The multi-layered composition explores the changing seasons, whilst portraying the cycle of our own emotional experiences – and features Nick's band members Alex Baker (bass guitar) and Andrew Lane (drums) as well as violinist Sophia Bartlett of Tugboat Captain.

'Solstice Sun' is the third of Nick's tracks to be produced by Jake Robbins (Weird Milk, Cusp, Ben McKelvey). 

Previous singles 'Houses' and 'Summer Rain' showcased Nick's ability for heartfelt and introspective songwriting, drawing comparisons with Novo Amor and Keaton Henson. Championed by the likes of Mahogany sessions and BBC Introducing - Nick has drawn praise from indie-folk artist Fenne Lily, and Nigel Clark of Dodgy. Perfoming with his live band he has supported artists such as Declan McKenna, Dodgy, Katie Malco, Night Flight and Low Girl.

‘Beautiful narrative-driven dusky indie music’ - BBC Introducing

‘Steeped in a rich sense of emotion’ - CLASH

‘A fine blend of Royksopp, The XX and London Grammar with the harmony-laden lushness of First Aid Kit driving the song along while hints of Elliott Smith and Joni Mitchell caress the narrative lyrics’ - Record Of The Day

Following a chance meeting at a recording session in 2017 as solo artists, Annie Rew Shaw and Billy Wright’s vocals merged so effortlessly that everyone in the room agreed this had to be the beginning of something special. Within 12 months of their official formation, Dust in The Sunlight signed to indie label Project Melody.

After honing their sound and merging their skills, the pair released their debut EP during the first UK lockdown in 2020. The self-entitled body of work won many hearts with its gorgeous showcase of harmonious vocals and tender songwriting. Scooping support from the likes of BBC Introducing, Radio X, Clash and Record of The Day - who described the sound as ‘A fine blend of Royksopp, The XX and London Grammar’ - it’s clear to see this band is onto a good thing.

Say Anise is London-based folk-pop artist Emily Barnett. With acoustic-guitar and harmony led arrangements, there is a definite 60s/70s Laurel Canyon influence to her music, combined with echoes of nineties alt-pop.

She released her second EP, "For Tomorrow", on Bandcamp and as a CD to be sold at live events in 2023. Her latest single, "One", is a song about falling in love with somebody, but more than that, it is about falling in love with yourself.

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