Born and raised in the Bronx, NY, The Martinez Brothers are two of the most consistent and recognizable names in the world of house.  Stevie and Chris continue to push themselves creatively in the studio collaborating with global and Latinx artists such as Rauw Alejandro, Fuego, Rema and Tokischa. 

In 2023, we find The Martinez Brothers in a moment of creative renewal, kicking off an exciting new chapter in their illustrious career. They continue to cast a wide net with their collaborations, stepping into the studio with a new generation of artists like Eliza Rose, Tommy Genesis and Mochakk.  

The brothers are furthering their love affair with Ibiza in their second year residency at Hï Ibiza voted #1 Club in the World, after 10 years as residents at Circoloco, Ibiza. Paying homage to the isle that catapulted them to stardom, it was in Ibiza that they met Riccardo Tisci who brought them in to do the music design for his iconic years at Givenchy (2014-2015). 

Last year, the brothers headlined London’s hottest show of the year at Beams warehouse alongside Skepta, who debuted his first house music DJ set in his hometown.  Alongside this, they played the Met Gala afterparty hosted by Dua Lipa and at LOEWE’s Paula’s Ibiza pop up at the Sheats-Goldstein home in LA. 

In 2023 stage hosts include Kappa Futur Festival in Turin, Italy, Panorama Festival in Southern Italy, Eastern Electrics, London, Fabrik, Madrid, Audio Obscura at Amsterdam Dance Event and III Points Festival, Miami. 

The duo are avid sneaker collectors and vinyl record collectors, from all eras of Latin salsa, disco, funk, soul, jazz house and techno.

Record collector / DJ / Broadcaster / Producer / Brownswood Recordings boss / occasional remixer

Laurel Canyons is born.

There’s no smoke and mirrors when it comes to Jake Cope (vocals/guitar), Paul Burdett (guitar/vocals), France Lahmar (bass guitar/ vocals) and Arv Teeroovengadum (drums/vocals).

The four-piece from Sheffield make music that can be described as orchestral and grandiose, but their stately melodies derive from an inherent understanding of balance in their artistry. Their songs elate with fragility and strength, as the light and shade of their intricate arrangements are effortless to the ear and breathtaking to watch.

Their presence exudes something truly magical and awe-inspiring. A sheer determination illuminates their being, and infiltrates a sound so resolute and confident, it doesn’t shy away from letting intimate and vulnerable nuances shine.

Their debut EP ‘Now We’re Rebuilding’ will be released on 20th November on Heist or Hit Records, and embodies a raw, unwavering spirit - a little boisterous even - and illustrates how Laurel Canyons have overcome obstacles, taken control, and perfected their craft, only to excel.

The ‘Now We’re Rebuilding’ EP was recorded at Sheffield’s Yellow Arch Studios with Colin Elliot (Richard Hawley, Jarvis Cocker, Paul Weller), where the band experimented to encapsulate the impulse and vigor of their live performance. Almost entirely comprised of first takes, the EP retains honesty beyond its lyrical content to conjure a lived-in ambiance both heartening and unsettling.
With many lyrics ad-libbed or changed during recording, their new direct ethos inspired Cope to delve into personal areas he had previously shied away from, or carefully couched in metaphor. On lead single ‘Owe Nothing’ (released 22nd September) he sings, “the ugly and the overfed, have taken all my songs,” before rising to a haunting falsetto.

Cope’s vocal tenacity illustrates the Achilles heel can be a powerful tool, as his voice quivers on a knife-edge, reels you back in, and soars. A track that was once a lament for a dying relationship, ‘Never Said A Word’ breeds tension, as guitars build to a storm of reverb that the band seem reluctant to end, as the EP concludes with an echoing call of unfinished business.

Laurel Canyons have played extensively around the UK, at home in small venues and in front of large festival crowds. They have received acclaim from such luminaries as Richard Hawley and Steve Lamacq, and have recorded several sessions for BBC Introducing. They have played for wide-ranging artists, including Magazine and King Charles, and are pleased to announce they will be supporting The Crookes on their UK tour this November.
Laurel Canyons’ music cascades, curves, and unravels, and then you realise you’ve found a diamond in the rough. 

We're not the best, but we're pretty good.

Sheffield’s (UK) Ordnance; an atmospheric fusion of indie, dance and counter melodic riffs (known to the fans as ‘New Culture’). 

Already word is rapidly spreading across the north of England about the South Yorkshire bred trio, enticing listeners and hooking them with unique tones and clever vocal melodies. Although the band is fresh to the scene this year, they have already headlined many iconic venues such as The Leadmill, O2 Academy, Corporation, Plug(etc) and have many more in the pipeline. The talented group have also landed some impressive supports and DJ sets with the likes of Bez(Happy Modays), Tom Hingly(Inspiral Carpets), Neville Staple(The Specials) and Tek One as well as local upcoming bands like The Ratelles, Alavrez Kings and many more. 

The bands home recorded demos, originally made to give listeners a vague idea of their sound, received a lot of radio air time and often appear on Radio 1’s BBC introducing.
“The fans call it new culture, I call it amazing. I mean, just try to pigeon hole that into a genre” Christian Carlisle. The band have recently removed the demos to make way for the official release of 'Shotgun' and are waiting to finish their first music video for the track. Plans are underway to narrow down their large collection of originals tracks to tailor an EP and returning to the studio.

Ordnance have also managed to catch the eye of a few magazines and have been asked to feature in the January edition of ‘Exposed magazine’s Live In Session’ as well as having a printed interview before hand. The lads are also set to appear on Wireless Wonderland and Sheffield Live television series’ which both broadcast nationally on Freeview and Virgin TV.

Although Ordnance are only starting out, it is apparent that they’re bursting with potential and will no doubt reach the eye of popular media. For updates on future gigs, competitions and merchandise - you can follow these guys on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, SoundCloud and Instagram.

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