The Forensics, Nearly Skulls, Nick Tann and The Whole Family, Candy Opera

Subscribe You can listen to every episode of Nick Tann’s Fresh Music Fix right here on nicktannsfreshmusicfix.com or on your favourite podcast platform including Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube or if you prefer RSS  While you’re here, hit subscribe and get a heads – up email every Monday when a new episode drops. I’m Nick Tann – musician, songwriter, and your guide to the best new music you haven’t heard yet. As per usual, I threw all I could find about the artists into Chatgpt and it came up with this…. Nick Tann’s Fresh Music Fix – Episode 21  We’re back with another fresh batch of incredible original music, and this week we’re mixing power pop, political bite, heartfelt energy and some good old guitar-led charm. First up, The Forensics set the pace with Maxine. Hailing from Preston, this working-class four-piece hit hard with layers of electric guitar and uplifting energy. A band that sounds tight, powerful, and real. They’ve got the sound, the swagger, and the songs. Follow them on Instagram here: @forensicsband Next, Nearly Skulls drop Only In America, a slick, punchy track with big production and even bigger intent. Built on British-American influences like Gang of Four, Foo Fighters, and R.E.M., this one’s a statement as much as it is a song. It’s bold, smart, and very, very listenable. Check them out here: www.nearlyskulls.com Track three is from my own band, Nick Tann and The Whole Family, and it’s the final track from our Live at The Bedford EP – Can’t Stop Missing You. I tell the story behind this performance on the show, but let’s just say it was the encore, and it absolutely flies. You can find out more, stream the EP, and get gig updates here: nicktann.co.uk We wrap things up with the legendary Candy Opera and their beautifully crafted single Start All Over Again. Formed back in 1982, reformed in 2019, and now finding new audiences around the world, Candy Opera still write songs with real charm and staying power. From sharing stages with The Wedding Present and The Real People to releasing critically acclaimed albums, this is a band worth revisiting. Their music, story and merch are all right here: candyopera.bandcamp.com Enjoying the podcast?Hit subscribe on your favourite podcast platform or join us on the website to never miss a track.And if you liked what you heard, let us know. Leave a comment, share with a mate, and help us bring more original music to more people.