The latest Show, Freshman Wallets V Alexone and the wonderful world of Speakerdog

Introducing Crago (who is usually found under large pieces of Granite)


On Tuckshop Community Radio, we try our best to scourge every shore of the whole wide world in an attempt to unearth some simply wonderful, magical and mysterious people.

Recently, we've uncovered the truly amazing Talents of an individual who is known by Many as Crago





Initially hailing from the Darkest depths of Cornwall, this young man has been found finger picking his way through East London, playing guitar for Modern Folk Heroes Men-an-tol. However, it seems, that this feat alone is not quite enough, as he has, slowly over time, been venturing on his own individual project.

Keeping the sweet, melodic licks, which we have all come to love with Men-an-tol, Crago features on this weeks Tuckshop Comunity Radio with his simply awesome masterpiece "out of the blue part 2", leaving us wondering, if his sequel is this good? then what about part 1?

Click here to have a listen.....

Freshman Wallets versus Alexone Collaboration.


For those of you who are not aware of Hip British Leather Company Freshman. Then now is the time to take note.

These guys, have quite simply been producing some seriously cool leather wallets for some time now, building a firm following with not only people such as anti folk hero Willy Mason , But UK hip hoppers The Nextmen and also super trendy music producer boy 8-bit .



Willy Mason, Getting "Fresh"


However, their Talents, doesn't stop just with a few celebrity fans, as they have just announced their first Artist Collaboration with French Supremo Alexone .





As you can see this wallet is seriously awesome, and I for one can't wait to get my hands on that luscious green leather. I do warn you however that this little baby is going to be made in Limited colours , so if you want to be sure of one then visit their site at http://freshmanlimited.com/or simply email them HERE .

The Wonderful world of Speakerdog.


Discovering Websites worth visiting, especially ones which help us to pass the day Idly, is something we can all relate to, so its with great pleasure that I can introduce everyone to the mastermind of Ben the illustrator. This is an absolutely amazing site, full of the fine Gents best work, and all of his brilliant ideas. Ideas that in my eyes cannot get much better, than his Speakerdog project.


This environment loving artist, aims to improve our world through his brilliant collaborations, which are then offered to the public for Free!!, yes free!!. I for one, have several adorning the top of my TV set.

remember, a Speakerdog is for life!

The Zetland Players, Photographer Mickey Smith, Editions Magazine and 1000 listeners..

Why not have a listen to our recent podcast!!!

For those of you who don't already know, things have been really hectic for the last couple of weeks, it seems that the Tuckshop community radio vibe is growing and we are really excited about hitting 1000 listeners in one week alone. Although this absolutely brilliant, it has put me in a rather difficult spot as I had promised to have a website ready once this target had been achieved. Having reached the 1000 listeners a lot sooner than planned, I'm hoping that this new blog will in the meantime be enough to keep our friends satisfied.

The Zetland Players (having tea and biscuits)

So if anyone reading this should want to have a listen to our latest show, we had the awesome experience of "superb Skiffle Swingsters" The Zetland Players popping by to the Tuckshop Community HQ, too not only perform a couple of their records live, but also play us a selection of their favourite music. Sadly due to "Technical difficulties" (meaning we were short of a lead or two!), we were unable to record a live session. However we did put on as always an excellent show, which is now up for your listening pleasure... Also for anyone who likes the brilliant sound of the Zetland Players, you should check out their new single "Sailors and Strongmen" which can be purchased from www.uglynephew.com .

Mickey Smith Photographs (bigger than Mavericks)

Now, one thing that we all love within the Tuckshop Community is someone who is pretty nifty with an old camera and some 35mm film, so it was quite possibly love at first sight when we stumbled across the awesome photographic skills of Mickey Smith. As you can clearly see for the pic above, this guy has got a knack for not only finding a good break closer to home, this absolute beauty can be found in Ireland (will reveal location if bribe big enough), but has now built himself up a pretty hefty portfolio which features heavyweight surf labels such as rip curl and Oneil, he's also been astonishing the surfing community with various front covers for magazines such as Carve and 360. We would advise anyone to check this man out and pick up a couple of prints before the rest of the world goes crazy for him.(trust me, as I have a couple adorning my walls right now) For more information visit www.mickeysmith.co.uk .

Editions Magazine is so hot right now!!!

If any of you guys are interested in seeing the work of some of the most exciting, innovative and original artists that are currently around, then it would be worth you checking out edition magazine . Featuring the mind blowing work of people such as beastman, jeremyvile and Kronk, there really is absolutely no excuse why you shouldn't go to their site now and pick up a copy. www.editionmagazine.com

And Finally......

The Tuckshop Community Radio team are about to embark on a really exciting project very soon called the "Living room sessions". As we're still not completely satisfied with the service that we provide, we have decided to visit once a month the living rooms of some of the most exciting bands out there, recording them in their natural environment. Its gonna be awesome and the best way we can describe this awesome project would be if David Attenborough presented Top of the Pops!!!

Laters.....

The Tuckshop Community x

Tuckshop Community Radio Predictions....

So things have steadily grown from one thing to another and due to the amount of people that seem to enjoy the weekly installments of Tuckshop Community Radio, it only seemed appropriate that we tried dabbling into the world of the Blog.

Far be it for us to assume that we know best when it comes to the wonders of new music, however we do feel that it is only fair to share some of the awesome artists that we have come across and believe that everyone who is interested should at least have a listen to and enjoy the success in the coming year...

For starters, Here at Tuckshop Community radio we have been continually astounded at the purely magical music created by The Melodica the melody and me (see www.myspace.com/mmmelodic). This band of young native Londoners on the cusp of adulthood (and possible graduation), have been causing quite a stir amongst the London scene with their eclectic , original mix of sweet melodies, upbeat rhythms and soulful lyrics. Having gained a devoted audience within the capital and beyond they are now starting to ride the wave of their own success and play gigs further afield, gaining more dedicated fans, who are all too happy to experience the "Melodica movement". This is expected to grow throughout the upcoming year as bookings have been confirmed for a host of the summer festivals including Leigh Folk Festival, following a series of impressive support slots for bands such as Talk Taxis, Vincent vincent and the Villains and The Whitest Boy Alive.Without a doubt we urge anyone with any musical interest to check this band out, simply to enjoy their Utopia.

One of the most exciting bands we stumbled across last year, have already gained status in many of the music industries top tips for this year list, are New Yorkers Vampire Weekend. Performing a rather refreshing return to the Afro inspired music of Talking heads and Paul Simon in his Graceland era. Vampire Weekend offer a new take with their own College inspired Lyrics and preppy pop. With all the Justified Hype and media coverage that this young band of College Freshmen are receiving, we imagine that in very little time they will be a common staple in most music lovers record collection. (www.myspace.com/vampireweekend).

Although Tuckshop Community Radio is not exactly known for its coverage of electronic music, we find it incredibly hard not to mention the exploits of the incredibly hip heavy, beat bashing talent of music producer boy-8bit. A popular choice amongst the cool kids currently absorbed in the electro house scene, the boy has been consistently producing orgasmically original remixes and innovative music, that has had people on dancefloors moving like madmen all over the world.
Having produced remixes for artists that range from grime king Lethal Bizzle to pop prince Mika. His Fan base has branched further afield and gained good company with high profile followers such as Radio ones Annie Mac, kool kat kissy sellout and more recently, adoration from highly respected and most wanted producer Diplo (who subsequently snapped him up for his american label). If you like your music raw, dirty and to quote ones dad "groovy with a good dancing Rhythm", then The Boy is the one for you, as we are pretty sure that without a doubt this year is gonna be two thousand and boy-8bit. (see www.myspace.com/boy8bit)

As we are already seeing this year a decline in the several big record labels. Tuckshop Community Radio has begun to dream of a day when the world will be brimming full of cool independents, releasing records for the love and not necessarily the money. One label that has already begun the trend, and is leading the way, is London Label Ugly Nephew Records. (see www.uglynephew.com). With already a string of impressive releases from artists Such as The Zetland Players (www.myspace.com/thezetlandplayers) and Mohanski (www.myspace.com/mohanski). This is indie music at its finest and urge anyone and everyone to spend some time listening to Ugly Nephew and watch them slowly take over the world.....