Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast

Not every record gets the EP Playback treatment, but when a band returns with their strongest collection of songs to date, it's worth digging beneath the surface.
In this special episode, Jim Salveson sits down with Christian Duncan and Jack from The Crooks for a track-by-track journey through their brand new seven-track EP 'Hypercell'.
From the explosive energy of opener 'Madness' to the emotional finale 'High Horse', the band reveal how the record came together, the challenges of returning after a lengthy hiatus and why capturing the raw power of their live shows became the driving force behind every recording decision.
Along the way, they discuss their songwriting process, the influence of northern guitar music, working with producer Chris Marshall, the surprising stories behind ALL the tracks on the record. Plus discover whether this EP is the first step towards the debut album fans have been waiting years to hear.
Listen to the full EP here.
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Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Sound design and series production by Ant McGinley. This week's episode was put together in Manchester & Leeds. The show's theme tune, Blue Blazer, is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

STOP... step this way to find your next favouirte band and some brilliant new music.
Three more essential new artists, three more brilliant tunes and loads of chat as Jim talks to our chosen acts to dig below the surface of their latest musical creations. This week (guaranteed 100% indie poo free)...
AKA: Callum Thompson (The Mysterines) is taking his sound in a new direction with new project and pseudonym AKA. This is an exploration of a more artistic and adventurous side of Thompson's songwriting, taking inspiration from music trailblazers like Beck along the way.
Filip Clements: Norwegian singer-songwriter Filip Clements blends heartfelt lyricism with rich, melodic arrangements. Honest, understated and beautifully crafted, he's the kind of songwriter who quietly draws you in and keeps you listening.
Stella Wingfield: Quirky, colourful and packed with personality, Stella Wingfield crafts off-kilter pop inspired by the anything-goes spirit of the '90s. Catchy melodies, sharp songwriting and a healthy disregard for convention.
If you want even more new music then check out Jim's weekly playlist where there is always 10 new tunes to discover - give it a save, it updates weekly: Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Playlist.
Freshly Squeezed is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

This is where YOU find your NEXT favourite band. 3 top acts with 3 top tunes on this weeks podcast as Jim Salveson heads down to the new music mines and drags another collection of diamonds to the surface. Shining bright this week...
Man/Woman/Chainsaw: Man/Woman/Chainsaw always have the ability to surprise, with a chameleon-like knack for becoming whatever kind of band they want to be. Creative, arty and gloriously unpredictable, they blur the lines between chaos and melody with an imagination few bands can match.
Junior VP: US college rock put through a Glasgow filter. Junior VP make fun, anthemic tunes packed with big guitars, bigger hooks and just enough emo heart to keep things interesting. For fans of Jimmy Eat World, Death Cab For Cutie and anyone who misses the glory days of 2000s indie.
Riley Marsh: An artist who showed so much promise 12 months ago and is now delivering on it. Blending folk, grunge and alternative rock influences, Riley Marsh writes with a maturity beyond his years, pairing thoughtful storytelling with the kind of raw emotion that makes every song feel personal.
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'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Sound design and series production by Ant McGinley. This weeks episode was put together in Manchester & Leeds. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

Dark grunge rock, jangly Indie-pop and angry-sounding punk all on offer on this weeks exploration through the world of brilliant new music!
Three bands, three songs, three interviews... one podcast and one Jim Salveson (thankfully) to guide you through it. This week Freshly Squeezed catches up with...
Bone-Idle: Reading indie-rockers Bone-Idle deal in grunge-infused guitar music packed with angst, atmosphere and huge hooks. Drawing inspiration from bands like Smashing Pumpkins, Sam Fender and The Amazons, they're one for anyone who likes their indie rock with a darker edge.
Keyside: Rapidly becoming one of the UK's most talked-about new guitar bands. Keyside serve up the kind of Jangly inide-pop that has become synonymous with their home city of Liverpool. Uplifting melodies and festival-ready choruses have drawn well-earned comparisons with the likes of The LAs and Cast.
Tiger Island: Mixing the rock 'n' roll energy with the quirky power-pop, Tiger Island specialise in fast, loud, hook-filled garage-punk songs bursting with personality. Chaos, but enjoyable. Blondie meets IDLES.
If you want even more new music then check out Jim's weekly playlist where there is always 10 new tunes to discover - give it a save, it updates weekly: Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Playlist.
Freshly Squeezed is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

This week's episode packs quite the musical journey. From psychedelic storytelling and sharp-witted songwriting to punk-rock energy and stadium-sized ambition, we've got another trio of brilliant emerging artists ready for your ears.
As always, Jim Salveson sits down with three exciting new acts to find out more about their story, their inspiration and (of course) their latest tunes. This week;
Eyal Pik: London-based, Israeli-born singer-songwriter Eyal Pik creates colourful psych-pop that sits somewhere between Britpop, 60s rock 'n' roll and modern indie storytelling. Blending sharp observations, infectious melodies and more than a little psychedelic charm; Think Bob Dylan wandering into a late-night Camden jam session with The Kinks. Lovely stuff.
The Certs: Four lads from Surrey bringing a punchy indie-punk energy that feels refreshingly free of gimmicks. Built around raw live performances, hook-filled songwriting and a healthy respect for classic rock 'n' roll, The Certs have quickly built a reputation for sell-out local shows and fast-rising momentum. Loud, youthful and absolutely no messing about.
Seven Streets: Armed with huge riffs, soaring melodies and the sort of anthemic sound that recalls the best of Stereophonics and Cast, Steven Streets are already building a sizeable buzz around Merseyside. Big songs, big ambition and the kind of tunes made for singing back at festival stages.
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Find and follow Freshly Squeezed on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.
Weekly new music Spotify playlist here.
'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Sound design and series production by Ant McGinley. This weeks episode was put together in Manchester & Leeds. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.