music blog – Bread Records

Just The Crust 04/05/26: Joe Doonan – ’til we find love 🌠

4th May 20264th May 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 “’til we find love” by Joe Doonan 🤝

the singer-songwriter has a real wealth of quality tracks already out, defined by his innate ability to convey raw emotion and feeling effortlessly through his music. he’s made a real name for himself, working alongside some of the UK’s finest creatives and performing both a UK and Australia tour over the past few years 🎶

this new single sounds fantastic, opening with an intimate guitar picking pattern that really sets the scene, giving plenty of room for his vocal to take charge; ensuring the listener is hanging onto his every word. he’s able to paint a real picture with his lyrics, proving his songwriting ability – and the drop into the chorus with the full band sounds incredible, it really opens up the track and sets the scene. the lyrics tell a story of second chances, and it’s told expertly, putting across authentic and real passion through his wordcraft. it’s a gorgeous listen! 🌙

you can find the track on all streaming platforms, including over at https://open.spotify.com/album/6aDpxWuzCjKwr0GTZnZXRF – well worth checking out 🎧

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

ICYMI, our latest edition of The Wrap! 🌠

29th Apr 2026artist, bread, local scene, new music, review, The WrapLeave a Comment

in case you missed it, we put out our latest The Wrap feature last week, covering some of our favourite releases of March

with brand new music from the talents of Hannah Robinson, Bunny Alex, Velez, Rob Crampton Music, Bayboards, Isaac Neilson, Punch-in and Mia Carmen – it’s well worth checking out!

you can find the feature in full on our website at https://breadrecords.co.uk/2026/04/25/the-wrap-march-2026/

The Wrap: March 2026 🌮

Just The Crust 27/04/26: Plasticine – Triple Calm ✨

27th Apr 202627th Apr 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 “Triple Calm” from Plasticine! ☀️

the Sheffield-based outfit blend influence from a variety of genres, from shoegaze to indie to alt-rock, to create a melodic-based sound that they can truly call their own; and they’ve been making a real name for themselves with the success of their previous two singles 👊

this new single sounds mega, it’s got a gorgeous guitar riff that resonates throughout the song, backed with driving rhythm that forms a real solid foundation for the track, allowing for arpeggiated guitar melodies and the soft, flowing vocal to soar freely in the atmosphere of the song. it’s got more of a sing-along style with an anthemic chorus, and the texture of the track is gorgeous – a fantastic listen! 🌠

you can find the track on all streaming platforms, and you can support the song directly by purchasing it on Bandcamp at https://plasticinesheffield.bandcamp.com/track/triple-calm 🎧

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

The Wrap: March 2026 🌮

25th Apr 202625th Apr 2026artist, bread, local scene, new music, review, The Wrap1 Comment

we’re back with our next edition of The Wrap! 💿

we’ve got reviews covering some of our favourite releases of March, and it’s been yet another fantastic month of music on the scene! you can check out all of our reviews below ⬇️

Newcastle’s shoegaze icon Hannah Robinson returns with her brand new single “Ruining The Moment“, her first of the year! we’ve been big fans for a good few years now and her innate ability to write a track that’s anthemic, yet relays raw and honest emotion is second to none. with big guitar sounds, dreamy soundscapes and powerful vocals, it’s an incredible track and yet another superb song under her belt.

Liverpool songwriter Bunny Alex has just released her latest single “I’ll Be Alright” – we covered her previous single and are huge fans of her atmospheric dream-pop style. her raw and passionate lyricism is complimented by her ability to portray a conversationalist tone, setting her songwriting capabilities above the rest. the track has a real contrast to it, with a vulnerable and emotional lyrical tone, set to a dreamy, upbeat backdrop. it’s a gorgeous listen!

Manchester-based outfit Velez have just put out their debut single “Secrets“! we caught these live at the end of last year and we were blown away by their ability to captivate an audience with their musical quality. this track feels like a delicate conversation lyrically, and Cloe’s vocal flows effortlessly across the track, and there’s a luscious atmosphere behind it, with expert musicianship present throughout. the track has such a lovely groove behind it, and it’s definitely one to check out!

a familiar face for us, Rob Crampton has just put out his new EP “A Sweet Kind Of Sickness“! we’re huge fans of Rob’s songs, with expert lyricism that really paints a picture throughout each line, matched with delicate and lovely guitarwork that really compliments his vocal ability. this EP is real evidence of this, with four tracks that sound fantastic, and flow so well between one another to create a fantastic EP that will be a firm favourite for any fans of americana music.

Manchester indie-rockers Bayboards just put out their new single “Good For You“! we’ve covered their music a bunch in the past, and we love their driving, upbeat indie tunes – they’re always able to craft a singalong anthemic hit that will have any audience dancing around. this new single sounds mega, a tongue-in-cheek track with lovely guitar runs, luscious synths lacing the track and a proper driving groove to it. well worth checking out!

in the quest for his gig a day this year, Isaac Neilson has just released his new single “Falling Down“! we’re huge fans of his music, having reviewed it a bunch of times now, and his innate talent to create an anthemic tune is second to none. his songwriting style is quality, always so expertly complimented by the production on the track, and this tune’s got a fantastic flow and groove behind it that is only accentuated by his commanding and powerful vocal ability. another banger under his belt!

Warrington-based alt-rock outfit Punch-In have just put out their second single “This Is Not an Intervention“! this tune’s got a real drive behind it, blending a range of genres to create their own sound – and with honest and retrospective lyricism, it’s a quality track. there’s a real dynamic to the track with the downbeat vocal, yet driving and powerful instrumentation, a contrast that really sets the scene for this track until the final chorus where it opens up into a huge anthemic finale.

Manchester-based songwriter Mia Carmen has returned with her first single of 2026, “Crazy” – a real 80’s disco-inspired tune, with a gorgeous soundscape behind the track that sets a proper upbeat setting, with bouncing rhythm and luscious synths that really compliment Mia’s vocal, and shine a light on her songwriting ability. her direct and infectious lyricism is well-suited to the driving production of the track, and it sets for a proper singalong anthemic that’ll stay in your head for weeks!

it’s been another fantastic month, with so many amazing tracks coming out – plus, so many that we didn’t cover!
thanks to everyone who has checked this out! 🤘

make sure you head on down to open mics, gigs, support local music and arts and keep your scenes going! 😊 all music, videos and images remain copyright of their respective owners. 🍞

REVIEW: Limbo Days – Man On The Moon 🌙

21st Apr 202621st Apr 2026bread, local scene, new music, reviewLeave a Comment

Manchester-based singer-songwriter Limbo Days have just released their new single “Man On The Moon“!

over the course of the past few years, Elliot has put out an incredibly strong run of singles that have really set him apart as one to watch on the scene, with a real aptitude for creating a soulful track that encompasses both emotion and musical ability. his songwriting ability allows him to convey his feelings and passion in a manner that’s easily relatable to any listener, proving his quality to create authentic and powerful music.

this new single “Man On The Moon” is true evidence of that quality, opening up with a luscious piano pattern that creates a gorgeous backdrop for the track, allowing for his vocal to take centre-stage as it flows effortlessly across the melody line, and with the addition of strings, saxophone and backing vocals, it envisions a dreamy soundscape that truly compliments the excellent songwriting. as it opens up into the chorus, the rhythm drops in and gives the track a proper groove behind it – the track has a real story to tell and it’s truly a wonderful listen!

Just The Crust 20/04/26: Maya Kally – A Window Left Open ☀️

20th Apr 202620th Apr 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 “A Window Left Open” from Maya Kally ✨

the singer-songwriter has been making a name for herself over the past few years, and has just finished a UK tour in preparation for the EP release, performing at a bunch of venues all across the country 🤝

the EP sounds incredible, there’s a real sense of authenticity to it, with a luscious soundscape within each song, between the guitarwork, vocal and production, which really shines a light on Maya’s songwriting talent and vocal ability. her lyrics are poignant yet grounded, with a real power to connect emotionally with a listener and relay stories in such a poetic manner. it’s an incredible listen 🎵

you can find the EP in full on streaming platforms, and you can support it directly by purchasing it on Bandcamp at https://mayakally1.bandcamp.com/ 🎧

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

Just The Crust 13/04/26: Double Negative – The Vampire 🕯️

13th Apr 202613th Apr 2026artist, bread, just the crust, local scene, new music, review, videoLeave a Comment

our feature for today’s Just The Crust feature is the brand new single “The Vampire” from Double Negative 👊

originating in Bolton in 2024, the alternative-rock 4 piece have been performing across Manchester and the surrounding areas for a good while now, and have established themselves as a real presence on the local scene 👊

this new single is evidence of their innate ability to write an infectious and raw tune, with driving rhythm forming the foundation of the track, which allows for the vocal to take centre-stage and ensure the listener’s attention, complimented excellently by the lead guitar riff, which culminates in a real down-to-earth sound they’re able to call their own, using a variety of influences from different genres to hone their craft. 🎶

you can find the track on all streaming platforms, including over on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/album/4bKpPoamYrM8ZlwKBMn97V -well worth a listen! 🎧

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

All of our features, here on our website! 🎬

10th Apr 2026artist, bread, just the crust, local loaf, local scene, new music, playlist, review, The WrapLeave a Comment

just a reminder that you can find all of our features over on our website! we’ve covered so many incredible music from artists in the North West ✍️

find them all here at www.breadrecords.co.uk 🍞

Just The Crust 06/04/26: Arliston – The Older I Get (Live At 123 Studios) 🎶

6th Apr 20266th Apr 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 live single from Arliston “The Older I Get“, live at 123 Studios 👊

the americana/folk outfit have been making their mark for a good few years now, and with a fantastic back catalogue of music behind them, they’ve released this live track to celebrate a year since their debut album! 💿

the track sounds fantastic, a gorgeous soundscape crafted between the acoustic guitar and cello, which work in perfect unison to provide a luscious backdrop for the vocal – the delicate delivery and raw lyricism ensure the listener is hanging onto every word. we love the slow build of the full instrumentation in the first chorus, and it culminates in a lovely, flowing outro to the track, feeling both intimate and open; it’s a gorgeous listen and we can’t wait to hear what they’ve got in store next! 🤝

you can find the track on all streaming platforms and there’s a full live music video available over on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTLPY4tB_6E 🎬

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

Just The Crust 30/03/26 Jenni Orlopp – let me go 🌙

30th Mar 202630th Mar 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 “let me go” from Jenni Orlopp 👊

the Manchester-based alt-pop artist has a strong repertoire of music behind her already, with a run of singles and EP released, and her dark-wave styled genre-blending tracks have set her as one to definitely keep an eye out for ✨

this new single sounds incredible, right from the get-go it’s got a driving energy, with a dark and fierce synth line forming the base of the track, powerful rhythm complimenting the groove and her vocal takes centre-stage, delivering personal and raw lyricism expertly. she utilises flowing melodies throughout the track, with guitar riffs and synth runs that work in unison to create a vivid atmosphere within the song; she’s able to paint a fascinating picture through the track, with an incredible use of lyricism, instrumentation and production. 🌠

you can find the single on all streaming platforms, including on Spotify over at https://open.spotify.com/album/1ZWUzQ967x8LnjYFdZT79V – well worth a listen 🎧

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