new music manchester – Page 6

All of our features! 👊

17th Jan 2026artist, bread, just the crust, local loaf, local scene, new music, review, The WrapLeave a Comment

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! 🍞

2 weeks of “New Year’s Drunk

16th Jan 2026artist, bread, local scene, narwhals, new music, releaseLeave a Comment

a huge thank you to everyone who’s listened to the new album “New Year’s Drunk in a Cocktail Bar” from Narwhals!

we’ve had a lovely reception to it so far during the two weeks it’s been out – you can find it on all streaming platforms and it’s available on our Bandcamp at https://narwhalsuk.bandcamp.com/album/new-years-drunk-in-a-cocktail-bar

Review submissions 🎶

13th Jan 2026artist, bread, local scene, new music, reviewLeave a Comment

we’re always looking for new music to review! if you have a new release coming out, drop us a press release to michael@breadrecords.co.uk for review submissions 🍞

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 🍞

Local Loaf update! 👊

11th Jan 2026artist, bread, local loaf, local scene, new music, playlistLeave a Comment

another Sunday, another update to our Local Loaf playlist

we’ve got some brilliant new additions from the talents of Funeralcare, Boxfires, Gallaher’s Green, Alpine ’99 and Oh! Alfie

you can find the playlist in full over at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6eSBE67HaJegh3U48yvAVo – give it a like to keep up with every week’s additions

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 🍞

Local Loaf update! 🎶

4th Jan 2026artist, bread, local loaf, local scene, new music, playlistLeave a Comment

another Sunday, another super update to our Local Loaf playlist

we’ve got some brilliant additions from the talents of JUICE POPS, Narwhals, HEALER, Taylor Sterling & George Thomas and remote!

you can find the playlist over at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6eSBE67HaJegh3U48yvAVo – give it a like to keep up to date with updates!

“New Year’s Drunk in a Cocktail Bar”, out now! 🎶

2nd Jan 2026artist, bread, local scene, narwhals, new music, releaseLeave a Comment

“New Year’s Drunk in a Cocktail Bar“, the second album from Narwhals is out now

we’re super proud to have this one out on the label – it’s an incredible listen – you can find it on all streaming platforms, and it’s also available on our Bandcamp at https://narwhalsuk.bandcamp.com/album/new-years-drunk-in-a-cocktail-bar

Thanks for all the support this year! 🎶

31st Dec 2025artist, bread, gigs, live, local scene, new music, releaseLeave a Comment

we’ve had a real fantastic 2025 a huge shout out to everyone who’s supported us, our events and our artists this year.

we’re looking forward to what the next year brings! lots in the works

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.