The doors open on the soulful café every Monday from 8pm gmt  
Where you will hear all manner of soulful memory's and classic tunes. every week we serve a varied selection  of soulful tunes, and lets not forget the cakes.

The Soulful Café www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

Sad and Lonely

Our Lazy Sunday morning look back at tunes gone by mixed with the usual useless fun factoids that you never knew you needed to know. 
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The Billy Elliot Breakfast Show 08.12.24 www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

a4 Bastard - Steam-Roller

2024 is now behind us its time to break the new years resolutions and get back to normality. not as if we were ever going to keep them.

The Billy Elliot Breakfast Show 04.01.2024 www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

Januarys finally behind us and spring is on the way . Join our chatroom and chat with our listeners and or live presenters 365 days of the year.

The Billy Elliot Breakfast Show www.newdirectionradio.co.uk 01.02.25

Saturday morning that bit of the week in-between waking up and being dragged around the shops. just enough time to join us on line between 10-12 am. or pop into our chatroom at www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

08.02.2025 The Billy Elliot Breakfast Show www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

Post Valentine's day the chocolates are gone the flowers are in the vase, the card is in pride of place and those brownie points are restored for another year

15.02.25 The Billy Elliot Breakfast Show www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

Live from 10am Saturday and Sunday mornings on www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

22.02.25 The Billy Elliot Breakfast Show www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

A beautiful song with a fresh flavor by pianist and arranger Richard Kahn

Mahogany

The one where Hr Vs payroll and Health and Safety collide. Plus great music and banter from one of the funniest chatrooms you will ever find . 

09.03.25 The Billy Elliot Breakfast Show www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

The Dance Mechanics bring their own unique funky flair to the legendary James Brown hit "Cold Sweat," creating a rendition that's packed with high-energy grooves and infectious rhythm. The band’s rhythm section locks in tight, laying down a thick, punchy bassline and crisp, syncopated drums that make your feet move before the first note even hits. 

The horns are blazing, with a brass section that shines through the entire performance, adding that signature boldness and swagger. Trumpets and saxophones punch out sharp, staccato lines, complementing the song's raw energy while adding layers of brass-driven funk. The instrumental arrangement swings with a sense of wild, joyful abandon, blending soul and funk with a modern twist.

At the forefront, the lead singer commands the stage, channeling the essence of James Brown's soul power while making it their own. Their vocal delivery is raw and full of passion, effortlessly shifting between powerful, guttural shouts and smooth, soulful lines. The energy from the singer is matched only by the phenomenal background singers—a group of fierce, dynamic women who add a layer of electric soul to the performance. Their harmonies weave in and out of the song, echoing the original background parts with both reverence and their own fresh spin, adding texture and flair with every note.

Together, The Dance Mechanics create a rendition of "Cold Sweat" that's not just a cover but a funky reinvention. It’s a celebration of the groove, the power of live music, and the infectious energy of a killer horn section and standout vocalists. The performance is all about the joy of the music, getting the crowd moving and feeling that incredible rush of funk that only a band like The Dance Mechanics can deliver.

Cold Sweat

Angie Garder Picks her all time top ten !! yep she made her own rules up and takes us on on her personal spotify list ! some great tunes. Some an Education to myself ! 
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SBS Perfect Ten V21 2025 Angie Gardner

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15.03.2025 The Billy Elliot Breakfast Show www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

Its Mothers day on NSR and we celebrate with all that is The Billy Elliot Breakfast show. 

30.03.25 The Sunday Breakast show with Billy Elliot www.newdirectionradio.co.uk

Our Bright Future

In this series of prgorammes I'm joined by my wife Celia, bringing you music and memories of the 1970s, the decade in which Jimmy Carter became president of the US and Maggie Thatcher became the UK's first female prime minister, the end of the Vietnam war and the death of The King of Rock, Elvis Presley.   

70's Sounds 1

"The Four Count Hussle": Get ready to step back and groove to this track, inspired by the iconic 70s dance craze, the Four Count Hustle. This track is found on How to Fax's "Boogie Down and Chill," EP, and it lays down an infectious bass rhythm that will grab you and won't let go. Expect classic disco vibes infused with that signature How to Fax energy, guaranteed to get you locked in and hustling on the dance floor.

The Four Count Hussle

These programmes were all made for HRB, a radio station which broadcasts within the North Hampshire Hospital and on DAB in Basingstoke (https://www.hrbasingstoke.co.uk/). I have also presented programmes on Delta FM and helped set up Valley FM in Orba on the Costa Blanca in Spain. The range of programmes I've made covers 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s, specialist music genres such as Country Music, Smooth Jazz, Love Songs, Comedy Hour and much more.

BOOKINGS: 0044 07399393181 (whatssap) 0r shaunbangerscott@hotmail.com

Craving the shimmering sounds and infectious grooves of the 70s disco era? How to Fax is your direct line to brand new disco music that captures the magic of the good old days. We're delivering fresh tracks infused with that classic disco spirit, so dust off your platforms and get ready to relive the decade of dazzling lights and irresistible beats, all with a modern twist.
How to Fax channels the spirit of 1970s euphoria and invite listeners to lose themselves in its irresistible groove. Get ready to lace up your dancing shoes and answer the call.

Suave is an aspiring UK based RNB and Hip Hop urban MC. With origins from South London he has a smooth street style and lyrics laced with sophistication and finesse. Within his music he portrays real messages surrounded by an old-schoolHip Hop ambiance. One to look out for, contact on all social media platforms. Links below:

www.instagram.com/suave_Uk
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=suave_uk
Spotify/Deezer/Itunes @Suave_Uk

A passion for Disco, Funk and Soul in all forms. 
For uk bookings we can be contacted through any of our social media pages or our management team. 

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New tracks tagged #70s music