The Von Pip Podcast – August 2026 | New Indie & Alternative Music
PODCAST : It’s been a little while, but I’m back with another hour of music, old favourites and various things I’ve stumbled across and thought, “well that's a bit good.”
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Chloe Slater – “Mother Nature’s Killing Spree” | Riot Youth
Bournemouth's Chloe Slater shares "Mother Nature's Killing Spree," the third single from debut album Riot Youth, out October 9th via Stolen Juice/AWAL.
Echo & the Bunnymen – “Brussels Is Haunted”
Echo & The Bunnymen return with "Brussels Is Haunted" The Bunnymen are back with their first new music in over a decade, and I really didn't expect it to be this good. Reports of the demise of Ian McCulloch's voice, it turns out, have been much exaggerated.
Mouth Ulcers – Silent Pictures EP Review
This emerging London quartet deliver a striking debut that proves gothic post-punk still has plenty to say
Essential Listening – New Artist Spotlight – Lonnie Gunn
Brighton-via-New-Jersey artist Lonnie Gunn has announced her debut EP, 2013 horsemeat scandal, out independently August 6th, led by new single "Babytooth".
The Von Pip Podcast – March 2026
The Von Pip Podcast returns after a break with 60 minutes of the finest music from the past, the present, and the future (and guests too).
Best Songs Released in February 2026
Here’s a playlist of my personal favourite tunes from February 2026.
The Best Songs Released in January 2026
The Best Songs Released in January 2026 - A Playlist
Ones To Watch 2026
A few artists who should, if there's justice, reach more ears in 2026
The VPME Christmas Podcast 2025
my annual festive show that was once a digital radio programme is now a podcast, and is also a refuge from Mariah, Wham, and Sir Clifford of Richard.
Tracks of The Week – Y, Howling Bells and Florence Road
Y have tracks of the week? Well, Y not. This week, three songs really stood out. In no particular order, we have Y (try to Google that) with the pulsating ‘Skipper’ — more info [here].
Track Of The Week – Sofia Isella – “Out In The Garden”
It’s been a strong week for single releases, but at the top of the pile is US artist Sofia Isella. At just 20, she’s already producing music with the kind of depth and intelligence that some artists can’t muster over an entire career