Universal Music Publishing Group is delighted to welcome the hugely talented Lucy Rose to the UMPG family. The young singer-songwriter from Warwickshire moved to London aged 18 armed with an acoustic guitar and bags of steely determination, and has been described as “one of indie music’s breakout stars for 2012” (Vogue) with a voice that “could melt the stoniest of hearts” (Q Magazine).
Elton John has joined forces with Australian electronic duo Pnau to release ‘Good Morning to the Night’ – an album that boldly re-imagines songs from Elton’s early back catalogue in glorious electronic technicolour. Much more than a straightforward remix album, Q Magazine described 'Good Morning to the Night' as, “a truly remarkable record, one that will repay your deep and repeated listening tenfold.”
Florence + The Machine scored their first No. 1 single this week with 'Spectrum (Say My Name)'. The band already have two No. 1 albums to their name in the UK with 'Lungs' and 'Ceremonials', but this is the first time they have topped the singles chart. Click through to watch the video for 'Spectrum (Say My Name)' - directed by David La Chappelle and John Byrne.
The xx have revealed the first single from their highly anticipated second album 'Coexist'. The wistful loveliness of 'Angels' is also the opening track to the album - set for release on 11th September on Young Turks. Click through to listen to 'Angels'.
Post War Years release the ‘Glass House EP’ today – comprising of the title track plus ‘Brazil’, 'Galapagos' and 'Mirror (Roam)'. Click through to wacth the brilliantly surreal video for 'Glass House'.
Elton John releases a limited edition box set ‘Classic Album Selection (1970 – 73)’ on Monday 16th July, comprising of five classic albums: ‘Elton John’, ‘Tumbleweed Connection’, ‘Madman Across The Water’, ‘Honky Chateau’ and ‘Don’t Shoot Me I’m Only The Piano Player’. These albums provided the backbone of Elton’s early career, and included hits such as ‘Your Song’, ‘Tiny Dancer’, ‘Rocket Man’, ‘Crocodile Rock’ and ‘Daniel.’
Click through to listen to a selection of songs from the ‘Classic Album Selection’.
The Vaccines release new single 'No Hope' today - the first track from their forthcoming second album 'The Vaccines Come of Age', due for release 3rd September. Click through to watch the video.
Josh Osho releases his debut album ‘L.I.F.E.’ today – a collection of expertly crafted songs underpinned by Josh’s soulful vocals. The heartfelt lyrics on the album draw on Josh’s troubled upbringing, showcasing his innate ability to impart life lessons and experiences through his music whilst still retaining an innate pop sensibility.
Fixers release their debut album today ‘We’ll Be The Moon’. The album promises to be a “kaleidoscopic, psychedelic adventure” – ranging from the haunting ambience of ‘Amsterdam' to the dancefloor oriented ‘Crystals’, and includes single ‘Iron Deer Dream’.
Mika gives a taster of what's to come on his forthcoming album 'The Origin of Love' with a video for new song 'Make You Happy' - a track co-written with Fryars. Mika explains, "This is not a single but a song I really love and wanted to share with you. I commissioned a short film which I felt perfectly captured the sentiment of the track."