links

Other sites I recommend:

You obviously have impeccable taste in music, or you wouldn't be a Matthew Jay fan, so here are some links for a few other artists who I think are equally superb.

http://www.pioneersmusic.co.uk - The official site for Manchester's hottest new band, Pioneers.

These five twenty-something adopted sons of Manchester have an outstanding talent for original indie music,
which is at the same time both energising and laid back.

Wonderfully diverse instrumentation, with inspiration drawn from the likes of Talk Talk, Neil Young and U2,
is blended beautifully with astounding vocals of frontman Phil Ziedler to create a unique and powerful sound
that comes across powerfully in both their recorded material and live performances.

Currently attaining a great deal of interest with the public and industry insiders alike, this five-piece is definitely one to watch.

If you love Matthew's music, you might hear some similarities here in Phil Zeidler's emotionally-charged voice
and the sometimes otherworldly atmosphere to the slower songs.

Recommended tracks for Matthew fans: 'Something New,' (check out the audio sample on the 'Tracks' section
of the official site), 'Shining Through,' and 'Closer.'

Contact the band through their official site and ask for copies of their demos, or go to
http://www.northernambition.com and pre-order their new single, released July 2004.

If you live in the North West of England, catch them regularly live at numerous venues in and around Manchester (see http://www.shining-through.co.uk [fan site].

Clare Canty.com - The official site for one of Britain's most original singer songwriters.
To date, Clare is best known for her work with chart trance-dance band Lucid,
who had two major hits in 1998: 'I Can't Help Myself' and 'Crazy.'
All this will change with the release later this year of her remarkable solo material, written in partnership with producer Pete Williams.
Keep an eye on this brand new site for bulletins about the new songs,
and for details of bookings for live appearances.

Within Without An astoundingly detailed fan site dedicated to the music of Talk Talk and Mark Hollis.
If you thought Talk Talk were just about early 80s synth-pop, think again. Check out the achingly beautiful
'Colour of Spring' and 'Spirit of Eden' albums. Mark's remarkable voice, combined with poetic lyrics, and melodies charged with emotion, these albums are essential items in the collections of anyone who appreciates
music with depth and integrity.

Countryandeastern.net - The official site for singer-songwriter Paula Darwish.
Paula's music is an original and unusual blend of country, pop, and Turkish influences. Strong lyrics, on a variety of subjects, from love to world politics, are delivered in a sweet clear voice, and backed by a largely acoustic ensemble of western and Middle Eastern instruments, the result of which is something new and exciting.
She gigs regularly in Greater Manchester, UK, details of which, plus copies of her debut EP, 'Country & Eastern' can be obtained via her web site.

Manchesterunsigned.com - A site which promotes unsigned acts in Manchester, UK