Berkshire Unplugged

This month’s Artist Takeover features the talented singer, songwriter, current Reading University student and film-maker Salvador Scott. We play some of the tracks on his new EP, and chat about his time in a band, the artists who’ve shaped his sound — and his mission to capture Berkshire’s music scene on film! And there’s also your essential guide to what’s happening across Berkshire over the coming week featuring events at The Purple Turtle and the Double Barrelled Brewery in Tilehurst.

Charlie & Bray are joined by Aaron Iley from the band In-Air for a special Reading Rising Preview Mixtape ahead of the huge two-day alt-rock event happening at The Face Bar next weekend. Featuring some of the acts performing over the weekend including Henka, Employed To Serve, Outlier and many more! And there’s also your essential guide to what’s happening across Berkshire over the coming week.

Charlie and Bray premiere two tracks from the brand new EP called ‘Nineteen’ from Luke Bates. And there’s also music from Iz, Matt Maltese and Echo Chambers. And there’s also your essential guide to what’s happening across Berkshire over the coming week.

Charlie and Bray bring you two tracks from the brand new album from The Pink Diamond Revue. And music from a singer/songwriter from Cookham Juliet Brown, and the independent artist from Mortimer. And there’s also your essential guide to what’s happening across Berkshire over the coming week.

Charlie and Bray are joined by Khyren Kane for our second Artist Takeover this month. We talk to him about his family upbringing to finding purpose in life, keeping momentum as an artist, the Icey Music Night at The Rising Sun Arts Centre, and more. And there’s also your essential guide to what’s happening across Berkshire over the coming week.

Charlie and Bray are joined by the exciting indie band Emerson for the first of two Artist Takeovers for October. Plus we find out about how the band began, musical influences, their forthcoming headline gig, what’s coming next… plus somehow frisbees and curries enter the conversation too! And there’s also your essential guide to what’s happening across Berkshire over the coming week.

On this week’s shows we have brand new music from Khyren Kane, Chemistry Uncovered and Ghost Melody. Plus this week's Unplugged Throwback is an exclusive acoustic performance from The Sand Creek Massacre. And we have live music and entertainment recommendations to check out in Berkshire over the coming week from Mates Rates Comedy and The Rising Sun Arts Centre.

On this week’s shows we have brand new music from Emerson and Salvador Scott. Plus this week's Unplugged Throwback comes from Reading R&B and dancehall royalty Sabrina Bell, and we end the summer vibes with music featuring Jerzy Bulx. And we have live music and entertainment recommendations to check out in Berkshire over the coming week.

On this week’s shows we have two tracks from the brand new EP by White Label. And the new single from the Reading-based indie rock band The Race. Plus this week's Unplugged Throwback comes from Coley's Park hip-hop superstar, Eastgreen. And we have live music and entertainment recommendations to check out in Berkshire over the coming week.

Biggz talks about his journey from MCing and event host to solo artist, as well as music, family, inspirations, the community and future plans—with some of his music being heard for the very first time. Plus we check out what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene over the coming week in Berkshire.

It’s our Purple Turtle X Fest Preview mixtape with music from Bone Idle, Bethia, Buried in Bermuda, Cold July, Doops, The Stretch, Third Lung, Verdagears and more. Plus we check out what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene over the coming week in Berkshire.

On this week’s show we bring you another mixtape this time from our friends at Readipop from their Yard Party with music from Finessa and Shy Zer0, The Pink Diamond Revue, Puma Theory, Nicky Booty, and Beatroots Bateria. Plus what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene this week in Berkshire.

On this week’s show we bring you brand new music and the first radio airplay of the new single from Cheap Suits as part of our preview of this year’s Wokingham Festival. And music from some of this year’s acts including Who Ate All The Crayons, The Kokroachez, The Outliers and The Bluepers. Plus what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene this week in Berkshire.

On this week’s show we bring you brand new music and the first radio airplay of the new singles from Luke Bates and Jerzy Bulux. Plus music from Bear Witness who will be supporting Who Ate All The Crayons this coming week. And this week’s Unplugged Throwback comes from Marcus Data of Vocal Networking. Plus what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene this week in Berkshire.

Rudi the Reading rap/lofi hip-hop artist joins us to chat about writing, producing and mixing his own music, how Berkshire's music scene is shaping his journey, what's next, and an impromptu freestyle as well. Plus what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene this week in Berkshire.

Charlie and Dom who is in for Bray this week bring you brand new music from Nicole Allan, and also Puma Theory. And more archive interview highlights in the Unplugged Throwback from Chalk Angels with a bonus acoustic performance. Plus what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene this week including events at The Boundary and Sub89.

Charlie and Bray bring you the summer vibes with brand new music from the unique Berkshire artist Ghost Melody, and Icey Music favourite Lyrically Touched. And this week’s Unplugged Throwback comes from the Reading indie/noise-pop favourites Talulah Kills including archive interview highlights. Plus what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene this week including events at Renegade Brewery in Yattendon and The Flowing Spring in Playhatch.

This week Charlie and Bray bring you new music from the independent artist Rudi, and the five-piece melodic hardcore band, Outlier. And the DJ/producer from Pangbourne Paul Sounds brings you this week’s Unplugged Throwback. Plus what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene this week including events at South Street, The Face Bar, Double Barrelled Brewery in Tilehurst and The Purple Turtle.

This week Charlie and Bray are joined by Berkshire’s only authentic grunge band - Verdagears for July’s Artist Takeover. The band chat about the Berkshire venue that means the most to them, the local bands they're backing, their future plans and more. Plus your essential guide to what's happening across Berkshire, including events at The Purple Turtle, South Street Arts Centre and Siren Brewery.

This week Bray introduces the brand new Bone Idle single 'Liquorice'. Biggz brings the summer vibes as we preview his hot new single. Plus this week's Unplugged Throwback from Berkshire favourite Ever Hazel. And your essential guide to what's happening across Berkshire, featuring events at The Purple Turtle, The Hexagon and Shed Sessions at Market House Reading.

Charlie and Bray step into summer with brand new music from The Outliers and Thomas Heppell. Plus this week’s Unplugged Throwback comes from Nicky Booty. And also news of what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene including events at The Rising Sun Arts Centre and at Reading Abbey Ruins.

On this week’s show Charlie and Bray bring you the brand new single from Verdagears, and music from MC Inna. Plus this week’s Unplugged Throwback comes from Carly B and Sabrina Bell. And also news of what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene including events at The Butler and at The Purple Turtle.

Charlie and Bray are joined by Clive Butler one of the founders of Berkshire's indietronica collective Love Byte, which began alongside the late Steve Dore of Nobodies Birthday. We chat about learning to make music from scratch, the Berkshire music scene, living with autism, relationships, coping with personal loss, and what's next for Love Byte. Plus, we'll tell you what's happening on the local gig scene this week, including events at Renegade Brewery, The Face Bar and Oakford Social Club.

On this week’s show we bring the radio world premiere of the new single from Split The Dealer, and music from Launch Control. Plus this week’s Unplugged Throwback comes from Reading emo-indie stalwarts, Terrics. And also news of what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene including events at Double Barrelled Brewery in Tilehurst and at The Purple Turtle.

On this week’s show we bring you music from The Borough and Eliza Beth. Plus this week’s Unplugged Throwback from OSP. And also news of what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene including events at The Purple Turtle, Market House Reading and Sub89. And we chat to the winner of the New Act of the year from the recent Reading Indie Comedy Festival, Olly Miller.

On this week’s show we bring you new music from Love Byte. Plus this week’s Unplugged Throwback from Phantom Booth. And also news of what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene including events at The Purple Turtle and the Milk Bar in Reading.

Charlie and Oscar (in for Bray) bring you new music from DanDan and Shallowdaze. Plus this week’s Unplugged Throwback is an exclusive acoustic performance from Charlie Brown. And also news of what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene including events at Renegade Brewery, South Street Arts Centre and The Purple Turtle.

Charlie and Bray are joined by the relaxed and humble singer/songwriter Luke Bates for this month’s Artist Takeover to chat about how he splits his team between Berkshire and Manchester. And Luke does an exclusive acoustic performance for us in the studio, with a bonus performance for this edition of the podcast. Plus there’s this week’s What’s On Gig Guide.

Charlie and Bray bring you new music from One Last Day and Salvador Scott. Plus this week’s Unplugged Throwback which comes from previous Are You Listening Festival performers, Eastgreen. And also news of what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene with events at The Hexagon and Sub 89 in Reading.

Charlie and Bray bring you new music from Fat Salad and Braydz. Plus this week’s Unplugged Throwback which comes from previous Are You Listening Festival performers, Dakorra. And also news of what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene with out of town performances from Bone Idle and The Stretch, and comedy at The Hexagon and in Spencer’s Wood.

This week on the show we bring you new music from an artist who sits between indie, pop and a bit of rock influence - Split The Dealer. Plus music from five piece female fronted alt-rock band, Purple Grace. Also this week’s Unplugged Throwback from Benny Page, and what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene — including events at The Outlook, The Butler and The Purple Turtle.

Charlie and Bray spring forward with the clocks this week to bring you the brand new single from Berkshire’s country music princess, Nicole Allan. Plus the current single from White Label, and this week’s Unplugged Throwback from Echoic. And also news of what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene over the Easter Weekend including events at The Bier Keller in Bracknell, and at Sub89 and The Purple Turtle in Reading.

Charlie and Bray bring you the radio world premiere of the brand new single from White Label. And new music from the jubilant indie rock band, Emerson. Plus this week’s Unplugged Throwback comes from Scott Vlassis. And also what’s happening on the gig scene — including events at South Street, Laughter Craft Comedy and at The Great Hall at Reading University with DJ Spoony.

Charlie and Bray bring you brand new music from the math rock band The James Webb Show, and music from an alternative indie band, Daphne. Also this week’s Unplugged Throwback comes from Berkshire R&B singer Deon Nathan, and what’s happening on the gig scene — including events at The Purple Turtle, The Hexagon and The Oakford Social Club.

Charlie and Bray bring you brand new music from a band with origins at Reading University, The Stretch, plus music from a singer/songwriter and film composer Benny Bellamacina. Also this week’s Unplugged Throwback from Borjad Luis, and what’s happening on the gig scene — including events at The Facebar with Heavy Pop and at The Hexagon.

Charlie and Bray are joined by Ghost Melody this week's edition of the show for the Artist Takeover for March. We learn more about this unique artist, and play three of his tracks chosen by him, and more. Instagram and Tiktok: @theofficialghostmelody Spotify: Ghost Melody

This week with Charlie & Bray — new music from Josh Singer, plus the brand new single from the four-piece indie rock band from Bracknell - The Outliers. Also this week’s Unplugged Throwback from Ace Bermuda ft. Nayttive, and what’s happening on the gig and entertainment scene — including events at The Hexagon, Sub89, and Bowl Central Reading.

This week with Charlie & Bray — new music from Luke Bates, plus the singer/songwriter from Winnersh, and previous Artist Takeover guest Frankie Bird. Also this week’s Unplugged Throwback from Rubee Rayne, and what’s happening on the gig scene — including events at The Face Bar, and a comedy night in Spencers Wood.

This week with Charlie & Bray — new music from Braydz, plus Grace Pounds ahead of the debut Soundcheck Magazine TV event at The Rising Sun Arts Centre. Also this week’s Unplugged Throwback from Calum Foad, and what’s happening on the gig scene — including events at South Street and with Goldust Radio.

Charlie and Bray are joined by White Label for this first Artist Takeover of the year to chat about energetic live performances, inspirations, plans for the year and more. Plus there’s this week’s What’s On Gig Guide.