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Just The Crust 16/02/26: Motel Sundown – Watch Which Way The Wind Blows 🎶

16th Feb 202616th Feb 2026artist, bread, just the crust, local scene, new music, review, videoLeave a Comment

our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the new single from Motel Sundown “Watch Which Way The Wind Blows“! 💫

we’ve covered Motel Sundown’s tracks a bunch in the past and we’re always blown away by their talent, their ability to create a gorgeous atmosphere in their music and how they’re able to write intricate and interesting melodies and lyrics 🎶

the Liverpool-based trio have returned with this new single, and it sounds absolutely incredible – opening with a gorgeous guitar melody that is perfectly complimented by the violinwork, and giving plenty of room for the main vocal to shine. the track feels dreamy and flows effortlessly, and the rhythm is soft yet brings a real sense of groove to the song – and as always, gorgeous vocal harmonies; and luscious lead riffs from the guitar and violin which really give an upbeat lift to the middle section. yet another incredible track under their belts 🌙

you can find the track on all streaming platforms, and there’s a full live video on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6GAWnb9lW0 – well worth checking out 🎧

all of our features, reviews, music and more can be found on our website at www.breadrecords.co.uk 🍞

Just The Crust 09/02/26: C Douglas – 75019 💥

9th Feb 20269th Feb 2026artist, bread, just the crust, local scene, new music, review, videoLeave a Comment

our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the brand new EP “75019” from C Douglas 🎶

the Manchester-born, Paris-based songwriter has released this EP on Todmorden’s Golden Lion Sounds – and it’s his debut EP, following the release of singles from it throughout last year 👊

the electro-folk sound of it is infectious, with luscious synths, driving rhythm and groove behind each of the tracks, lending a lovely atmosphere to his folky, americana style songwriting. his lyricism is direct, personal, and relatable – his ability to write a hook is second to none and sure to have any listener singing along. 🚀

you can find the EP on all streaming platforms, and you can purchase it on Bandcamp at https://cdouglas.bandcamp.com/album/75019 – well worth checking out! 🎧

all of our features, reviews, music and more can be found on our website at www.breadrecords.co.uk 🍞

Just The Crust 02/02/26: Glacmanis – Songs For A Chase Sequence 👊

2nd Feb 20262nd Feb 2026artist, bread, just the crust, local scene, new music, review, videoLeave a Comment

our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the brand new EP from Glacmanis “Songs From A Chase Sequence” 🎵

we’ve known these guys for a good while, having had them perform for us a bunch and writing up reviews of their past releases – we love their laid-back and lo-fi sound, such a great atmosphere to their tunes 👊

this new EP continues with that sound, opening with a driving, lo-fi track that feels like it should be in a racing soundtrack. their use of dynamic and instrumentation within their music ensures that every line is exciting, and unfolds throughout the flow of each and every tune. they’ve got singalong hooks, a beautiful use of synths, guitar melodies and driving rhythm forming the foundation of their tracks – it’s a great listen start to finish 💥

you can find the EP on all streaming platforms, and you can purchase a digital copy for yourself over on Bandcamp at https://glacmanis.bandcamp.com/album/songs-for-a-chase-sequence 🎧

all of our features, reviews, music and more can be found on our website at www.breadrecords.co.uk 🍞

Just The Crust 26/01/26: Bloom. – Day In The Sun ☀️

26th Jan 202626th Jan 2026artist, bread, just the crust, local scene, new music, review, videoLeave a Comment

our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the brand new debut single “Day In The Sun” from Bloom.! 💥

the first offering from the Manchester indie-rock outfit, and they’ve got off to a strong start, having performed a bunch over the past few months including a headline show, and their single proving their talent 👊

the track sounds mega, with a strong mix of powerful and grounding rhythm, a luscious lead guitar tone and acoustic guitar working in tandem to create a full sonic sound – and leaving plenty of space for Jack’s vocal to take command and deliver his story in expert fashion, with no-nonsense, direct lyricism that paints a real picture of emotion. 🌙

you can find the track on all streaming platforms, including on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/track/2vVWlI7oVjY6DcTocZwam4 – we can’t wait to hear even more from these guys 🎧

all of our features, reviews, music and more can be found on our website at www.breadrecords.co.uk 🍞

Just The Crust 19/01/26: Lily Haylett – Secrets 🎶

19th Jan 202619th Jan 2026artist, bread, just the crust, local scene, new music, review, videoLeave a Comment

our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the brand new single “Secrets” from Lily Haylett! 🌙

the Manchester-based grunge-influenced songwriter released her debut single “Miss Safrano” last year, and has been performing across the North West a bunch throughout the remainder of 2025, and is back with a brand new single 🎶

this new single has a real echo of 90’s alternative to it, with a lofi-esque drumbeat backing the soft, delicate guitar progression, creating a luscious atmosphere for her vocal to soar above the instrumentation, conveying her story with effortless and powerful delivery; with a lovely chorus, raw and personal lyricism, it’s a real intimate track that sounds fantastic 🎵

you can find the track on all streaming plafroms including on Spotify over at https://open.spotify.com/album/2jcXmndJa9tScWnOj9ZMgO – well worth checking out! 🎧

all of our features, reviews, music and more can be found on our website at www.breadrecords.co.uk 🍞

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just a reminder you can find all of our features on our website at www.breadrecords.co.uk 🎶 we’ve covered so many incredible releases, and reviewed so much great music here in the North West! 🍞

Just The Crust 12/01/26: Lex Christopher – Stomachaches 🎶

12th Jan 202612th Jan 2026artist, bread, just the crust, local scene, new music, videoLeave a Comment

our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the brand new single from Lex Christopher “Stomachaches“! 🌙

Lex has been on the scene for a good while now, having made a name for himself as a skilled writer, with a real quality for writing personal yet relatable lyrics, conveying stories through his songwriting expertly; and with luscious melodies and adept delivery vocally he’s able make a real connection with the listener 🎵

this new single “Stomachaches” follows his previous single in 2025, and it’s real proof of his lyrical abilities – it feels like a conversation, with effortless yet quality vocal delivery, lovely melodies within the hook and a real sense of down-to-earth writing. the track sounds dreamy with a gorgeous backdrop that really compliments his lyrics. 💫

you can find the track on all streaming platforms, including on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/album/0X1EbJl8GJKh5QBTZDam9n – well worth checking out 🎧

all of our features, reviews and more can be found on our website at www.breadrecords.co.uk 🍞

Just The Crust 05/01/25: Hospital Radio. – L.A. 👊

5th Jan 20265th Jan 2026artist, bread, just the crust, local scene, review, videoLeave a Comment

our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the brand new single “L.A.” from Hospital Radio.! 🎶

the Manchester-based midwest-emo outfit have been on the scene for a good while now, and they released their debut single earlier last year – a great first tune for them! 👊

this new single “L.A.” follows on from the success of their debut, and with signature melodic guitar riffs, powerful and driving rhythm, accompanied by expert lyricism and fierce vocal delivery, it’s a real banger – their use of dynamic within their music compliments the songwriting style superbly, giving a real sense of flow to the track. it’s a great listen and a must for any fans of alternative indie/emo 🌙

you can find the track on all streaming platforms, and there’s a full music video on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrpC1DCIOz0 – make sure to check it out! 🎧

all of our features, reviews, music and more can be found on our website at www.breadrecords.co.uk 🍞

Just The Crust 29/12/25: Mistrust – Life 🌙

29th Dec 202529th Dec 2025artist, bread, just the crust, local scene, new music, review, videoLeave a Comment

our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the new re-released single “Life” from Mistrustmusic

the Bolton-based darkwave/synth artist has been making music for a good while now, and has a plethora of great releases under his belt, making a name for himself as a quality producer and songwriter

this track “life” is about homelessness, raising awareness of the homeless across the UK, with a driving, ethereal soundscape behind the track, and his ability to create an atmosphere within his tracks is excellent, utilising a variety of sounds and synths to craft a unique experience – plus, with direct, raw lyricism, he’s able to paint a picture with his music expertly.

you can find the track on all streaming platforms, and there’s a full music video available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkpYn0p4RK0

all of our features, reviews, music and more can be found on our website at www.breadrecords.co.uk

Just The Crust 22/12/25: Motel Sundown – The Waiting Game 🎶

22nd Dec 202522nd Dec 2025artist, bread, just the crust, local scene, new music, review, videoLeave a Comment

our feature for today’s Just The Crust is the brand new single “The Waiting Game” from Motel Sundown! 🌙

we’ve covered their music a bunch in the past and it’s always a pleasure to review their tracks – we love their feel-good americana sound, full of gorgeous vocal harmonies and expert wordcraft 🎵

this new single proves their talent exceptionally, with a luscious soundscape from the get-go, and their vocal harmonies crafting a lovely atmosphere, complimented excellently by the instrumentation. you can really hear their passion and love for music in the track, and they’re able to convey the story of the song so well in the lyrics, really showing their expertise in songwriting. it’s a gorgeous listen and another fantastic track under their belt! 🎧

you can find the track on all streaming platforms, and there’s a full live video to watch on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iw8x_FjZ25k 📹

all of our features, reviews, music and more can be found on our website at www.breadrecords.co.uk 🍞