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

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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 🍞

Local Loaf update! 🎶

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another Sunday, another update to our Local Loaf playlist 🤝

we’ve got brand new music from the talents of Black Brunswicker, Tits Up, Wyse, Rosellas and Pyncher – well worth a listen this week ✨

you can find the playlist in full over at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6eSBE67HaJegh3U48yvAVo – give it a like to keep up to date with any new additions! 🍞

It’s Bandcamp Friday 🤝

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it’s Bandcamp Friday! we’ve got a whole bunch of merch available, along with so many incredible releases from our artists on the label 👊

today Bandcamp waive their fee so all purchases go directly to supporting musicians – head to https://breadrecords.bandcamp.com/ to find it all 🍞

ICYMI, our latest edition of The Wrap! 🌠

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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 ✨

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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 🍞

Local Loaf update! 🎶

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another Sunday, another superb update to our Local Loaf playlist today 👊

we’ve got brand new additions from the talents of We Can’t Stay Safe, NEVEN, The Light Show, Chloe Charlotte and Olivia Joseph 🎶

you can find the playlist in full over at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6eSBE67HaJegh3U48yvAVo – give it a like to keep up to date with any new additions! 🍞

REVIEW: Limbo Days – Man On The Moon 🌙

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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 ☀️

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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 🍞

Local Loaf update 🎶

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another Sunday, another super update to our Local Loaf playlist ☀️

we’ve got some incredible new additions this week, with music from the fantastic talents of Studio 77, KingFast, Mary Bolt Music, The Limes and The Velvetines👊

you can check the playlist out in full over at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6eSBE67HaJegh3U48yvAVo – give it a like to keep up to date with any new additions! 🍞

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

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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 🍞