Hi there, Thank's for taking the time to swing by my page. Who am I? Good question. I guess this is where I try to answer that in dance music terms.

I started DJ'ing in the 80's, playing house and techno at Free Parties and Ramshackle Raves, where I earned the dubious nickname of Dave the Rave. Yep, that's me, rumbled - damn! ;) 

By the 90's I'd bagged myself a few decent residencies and got myself onto the same bill as the likes of Marshall Jefferson, Frankie Bones, Carl Cox, Parks & Wilson and Tony D'Vit to name but a few. Playing out at clubs and bars most weekends - Happy days indeed!

Moving onto the 21st Century, I served my time working at the now legendary Swag Records in Croydon, which has now sadly closed it's doors for the final time. Swag parties, Kerfuffle, The Egg, Revolution and the regular Spaceheadz Radio show on S-dance in Brixton have been notable DJ gigs in more recent times.

However, my focus is more on making music these days (Although I still love to DJ now and again obviously). I've been recording with Joel Brittain under the Spaceheadz alias for many years and we're planning to start releasing our catalogue over the summer and start recording some new material.

Anyway, once again, thank's for popping by. Any feedback on the music on this page is greatly appreciated.

Stay Lucky
D:)

Recent work: music for the turn-based WWII game <a href="s.team/a/809230">"Unity of Command II"</a>

OST on Steam: s.team/a/1309670
OST on Bandcamp: aesqe.bandcamp.com/album/unity-of-command-ii-ost

Welcome to alisonwheelermusic.
I'm  a singer songwriter from the UK.  In a previous life, I was the lead singer with the multi-million album selling British Band The Beautiful South.  It was an amazing experience and since then I've gone on to work as a singer and songwriter on many music projects including The South, Topers, Southern Beauty & Action Amanda.
Here you'll find:  
Previous live performances with The Beautiful South, The South, Topers, Southern Beauty and many other projects I'm working on.

I'll also be sharing with you more personal low key home performances and new material.

I hope you enjoy listening to my many past performances and exploring my ongoing music projects and songwriting.  Always looking for collaborations, so please reach out if you are interested....

Renowned for her insightful lyricism, and hailed as "a songwriter who weaves insightful and thought-provoking lyrics into irresistibly catchy tunes" by Rock and Reel Magazine, singer-songwriter Marsha Swanson announces her triumphant return with her third album, "Near Life Experience". It follows the widespread critical acclaim of her debut album
"Watershed" in 2005 and follow-up album “Sentient Stardust” in 2007.
In 2008, Marsha won Best Folk Artist and Best Album at the Glasswerk New Music Awards in London, with “Sentient Stardust” receiving a stunning response from regional and national BBC radio. Marking her signature brand of progressive "grown-up pop", Swanson's music is a
tapestry of "romantic realism," weaving emotive storytelling into captivating melodies. The album is a collaboration with a distinguished ensemble of musicians, including the versatile Henry (King Thumb) Thomas, acclaimed for his collaborations with musical luminaries such as
Randy Crawford, Gloria Gaynor, Van Morrison, and Sarah Jane Morris.
Recorded at Konk studios in London and Echo Zoo studios, Eastbourne with album artwork from the legendary Storm Studios, responsible for iconic creations for artists such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, and Muse. Adding to this impressive roster is the multi-platinum-selling producer
Iestyn Polson, recognised for his work with icons like David Gray, Patti Smith, and David Bowie. With current singles "In Parallel”, "Facing Life", “Not You” and “Happy Ever After”, accompanied by visually enthralling music videos, Swanson sets the stage for an album that delves into the
depths of existence. "Facing Life" serves as a thematic prelude, paving the way for a narrative that traverses life's ebbs and flows. Bookended by instrumental tracks "Waltz for Life" and "In Touch," the album encapsulates the essence of life's journey, mirroring its highs and lows.
The lead single, "Making Waves", epitomises Swanson's mature and sophisticated approach to pop. A soul-stirring ballad, it weaves a series of emotions, resonating with listeners on an existential level. With poignant lyrics and melodies that linger, "Making Waves" invites
introspection, seamlessly blending tranquillity with emotional depth.
It is a song that was influenced by the work of the famous American Psychiatrist and bestselling author Irvin Yalom. He spoke of rippling, which is the idea that people can continue to have an impact long after they have died by their ideas and deeds rippling in much the same way as the ripples that are created by tossing a pebble into a pond. Swanson effortlessly channels this energy into a peaceful and simply stunning track that keeps you ever present throughout, in an existential song that aims to put us in touch with our mortality and meaning. Marsha shares on the album, "“The roots that we come from and return to are in death yet we continue to reach for the light”. As the only animals aware of our mortality, us humans have the unenviable task of navigating how to live our lives with the shadow of death always close by. We are used to hearing about Near Death experiences, but I thought flipping it round to consider what it means to nearly live would be interesting."
"Making Waves" stands as a poignant showcase within the album, capturing the essence of an accomplished 17 track record set to unveil early in 2024. Marsha Swanson's evocative vocals, coupled with the thoughtful composition, provides a sonically diverse journey that transcends boundaries, and ‘Near Life Experience’ leaves an indelible mark on the listener's soul.

Formed in 2009, Casablanca Sunshine purvey portions of sunny indie beat designed to satisfy the appetites of ears looking to move out of that moody corner they've been hanging around in. The boys wrap tales of love, lust and life on the road in melodies and harmonies.
Matt, Dom, Jason and Jon are close like brothers (in fact two of them ARE brothers) living for good times and playing every gig like it's an impulsive weekend in Vegas. 
The band are playing gigs across UK &amp; Europe. If you ask them nicely they'll come play in your front room to help you annoy that miserable neighbour next door. Don't forget to offer them a cup of tea; they are nice British lads after all.


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