BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave introduces you to indie pop singer Lydia Shute - to hear about her new single DOWN WE GO. Plus, Alex catches up with Oscar Dunbar, and Lauren has everything you need to know about avant-pop artist and composer, Maddie Ashman. Here's this week's track list: • Mandrake Handshake - En Vol Mr Speed - Sweet Sweet Rot Orchid -...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave's joined by Jess and James from Reading's indie-rock band The Race - to hear about making music again after a 16-year break! Plus, there's an incredible live track from South Arcade at Glasgow's TRNSMT Festival, first play's on the show from Jazzthieves and Blockade - and tips from Jess, Jaguar and Alyx at BBC Radio 1. H...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, would he Rather Be In Berlin? Maybe, but tonight Baby Maker joins Dave to tell us about his new EP Packed Lunch! Plus, Alex hears about Chameleons's 'Music for MS' - a live music night at Reading's Purple Turtle supporting the Berkshire MS Therapy Centre. And, there's incredible live tracks and interviews with MacKenzie at th...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave's joined by Jody Prewett to hear about his new 10-track album, Places Beyond. Plus, Alex catches up with Baisingstokes Late Spring Folk Festival organiser, Samuel Austin, and there's tips from Jess Iszatt and Jaguar at BBC Radio 1. Here's this week's track list: • Sebastian Reynolds - Glow Ball (feat. Jonas Torrance) Lau...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave introduces you to Isabella Richardson, who mixes country, folk and indie-pop, as we play her music for the first time. Lauren catches up with South Arcade as they get ready for Download festival and Kerrang's K! Pit show, plus Alex hears how SISTRA's debut album launch party went at Dream Bags Jaguar Shoes in Hackney! He...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave's joined by Mount St. Helen to hear how everything from religious iconography to black and white photography has influenced his music, plus what to expect when he plays our stage at Truck this year! Plus, Alex catches up with Rila's edge to hear about their gig at Reading's Purple Turtle, and there's a little taste of th...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave catches up with Richard Neuberg to hear about his new solo album 'The Vine'. Plus, Alex chats to May Kolta about her new music and gig at Pizza Express Live! Here's this week's track list: • Premium Leisure - Afters DJ Amricky - Burnin (feat. YK) Mona Vale - Just Danny Chaska & Oscar Grouch - Lights Bidz Music - Arri...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave meets rennie, who after working with some of the UK’s most respected live acts is now stepping forward with his own music on his debut EP. He also catches up with Ronan Munro from Nightshift magazine on the eve of the final ever issue. Plus, Lauren finds out about Henley Jazz Festival with Rebecca Poole and Denny Ilett,...

They named their band after a cabinet in Oxford's Pitt Rivers Museum, and once formed a band with Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood... this week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave catches up with Charms Against The Evil Eye. Plus, Lauren meets Niki Kini at her immersive headline show... but did she have a sweet or spicy experience?! And, Alex has a report from Reading's...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave's joined by The Samurai Seven to talk about their brand new single Punching Down, their first release in 25 years! Plus Lauren meets Danny Mellin backstage at The Bullingdon in Oxford, and Alex speaks to Natalie Gray about her new music and headline gig at Wycombe Community Arts Centre. Here's this week's track list: • T...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave's joined by Josephine Illingworth to hear about her new EP 'Bright Things I Found In The Dark', plus she's playing live in session too - tap here for the full live video - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nhtljq Want to know what's planned at this years Are You Listening? festival - Alex West catches up with organiser...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave catches up with the energetic indie-pop band Still Pigeon to talk all about their brand-new self-titled EP. Plus, blending jazz, gospel and R&B, f:sv brought her distinctive sound to Reading’s South Street Arts Centre, where Alex joined her for a special listening party celebrating her debut EP GREEN TEARS. And Laure...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave catches up with Who Ate All The Crayons before they release their second EP ‘Evergreen’. Plus, Lauren finds out what's happening at the Bullingdon in Oxford for Record Store Day, and what Truck Store's plans are for their 15th birthday. And, Alex meets Tyler from RG Records - to hear how they are supporting artists in Re...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Ahead of their headline gig at Oxford's Jericho Tavern, Dave catches up with Alto Alto! Plus, Lauren meets South Arcade backstage at The O2 Arena in London before supporting 5 Seconds of Summer, and... she's blending contemporary jazz with art-pop and prog-rock - Alex chats to Phoebe Rea about her new EP Anybody Else? Here's...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave introduces you to the music of "experimental freak pop" artist My Liberal Pony, plus Alex meets SISTRA to hear about their upcoming debut album and how their sisterly bond shaped it! Here's this week's track list: • Si Noble - The Witching Hour Still Pigeon - I Never Dreamt White Label - Dance On My Own Waves Rush In - C...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave introduces you to the incredible music of singer/songwriter Joe Bray! Plus, why are they all in their pyjamas!? Alex West dons his finest dressing gown to catch up with Girl Like That after their gig at The Bullingdon in Oxford, and Lauren Skinner dives into the BBC Introducing uploader to bring you the journey of one of...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave speaks to Oxford singer songwriter and Heartstopper actor Sebastian Croft about his new single 'Better than ever'. Plus, Alex meets Royal 2000 to hear about his new track ft. Hak Baker. And, our Connections series continues - where bands recommend bands - this time Lauren gets to know folk/trip-hop trio Yellow County. He...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave speaks to folk artist Jennifer Lourea for the first time, to discuss her album Reforest Your Dreams, which reflects on our relationship with the natural world. Plus, Alex meets Taz from After Hours promotions - hear about her new night at the Firefly in Reading. And... who does Lauren Love? She takes a deep dive into the...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave catches up with Lucy Leave to discuss their double album: Feelings Explorer I & II, plus Alex visits Warren Rodel's garden shed in Botley - to get the lowdown on his creation, Shed Sessions! Here's this week's track list: • Jack Goldstein - falling off the earth JAZ IMSKY - LET GO OF ME Nick Magenta - Change frances...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Black Hats are back! Dave catches up with the band to hear about their new single 'Witness to Everything'. Plus, Alex chats to Reading's Split The Dealer about the town bidding for UK City of Culture 2029, and how this could affect the local music scene. And, Connections continues - our series where bands recommend bands - la...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave meets Garfield & Nico - who bring together spirituality, alternative folk and Britpop. Plus, hear what Lauren got up to at Oxford's Movements Festival Valentine's all dayer with Mazawattee, FAWLERS and No Worries If Not, Alex catches up with Rila's Edge to find out about their new sound, and... find out what's planne...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave introduces you to the indie-soul soundscapes of Drez Camino. Plus, hear from Felix Ross after his sold out show at the Jericho Tavern, and Alex West is our matchmaker for Valentines Day - he brings together The Bobo and Deva St. John to talk all things music! Here's this week's track list: • La Maison Française - I Know...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave catches up with Joely June ahead of releasing her new EP, and she's playing live in session too - watch the video here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0mzgqxy Plus, hear how Only The Poets emotional headline gig went at Brixton Academy, and there's tips from Jess, Jaguar and Alyx at BBC Radio 1. Here's this week's tra...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave introduces you to dance/electronic producer BLISSFOOL. Plus, Alex delves into the history of Independent Venue Week, and what's happening as part of it in Oxfordshire and Berkshire. Here's this week's track list: • The August List - Ghost In The Head Still Pigeon - Odd Sock James Carter - Wounds Blue Bayou - Carousel Son...

This week on the BBC Introducing in Oxfordshire & Berkshire podcast, Dave meets Henry Grace to hear about his upcoming album ‘Things Are Moving All Around Me’, and Henry's playing live in session too - watch the video here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0mwm45z Our Connection series continues - where bands recommend bands - and this time Lauren gets to know The Autumn Saints, who bring tog...