FLECKIES INTERVIEWS
We’re here for the people behind the sound. The artists. The promoters. The venue owners. The grafters who make grassroots music what it is. These interviews go beyond the highlight reel – we get under the skin, into the stories, and shine a light on the talent shaping the underground. Dive in, discover someone new, and get inspired by the scene’s real voices.
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- Words by Chelsea Marshall
There are some people in this scene who stand out not because they shout the loudest, but because of the way they move through the world. And for me, Charlie Wick is absolutely one of...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
Some interviews just take their time to find the right moment… and this one’s been a long time coming. I first met Dean Church, better known to most as DjD, through a mutual friend, Stacy-James....
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
Some people you meet on the scene just radiate good energy – the kind that reminds you exactly why you do what you do. For me, that was Mas Fuego. I first met the Mas...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
There are certain people you meet on the scene who just light up a room – and for me, B-Line is one of them. I first met Blaine at his birthday event back in 2024...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
In Northampton’s rising electronic music scene, few names carry as much energy as Scott Fouracre, better known as MiddleGround. Known for his clean-cut house selections, infectious edits, and ability to turn setbacks into momentum, Scott...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
If you’ve spent any time on the grassroots Northern dance scene lately, chances are you’ve heard the name Lee Ashworth. Or, if you’re at one of his nights, you’ve probably heard someone shout “Up the...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
Lisa T isn’t your typical country artist… and that’s kind of the point. The Manchester-based singer-songwriter has always done things her way. From leaving a corporate job to pursue music full-time, to landing on the...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
When you first hear the name Drinks On Me, you might expect a party starter – and you’d be right. But for South London DJ and producer Harrison, it’s also a mission statement: inclusive, welcoming,...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
There’s something brewing in Corby’s music scene again – and this time, it’s loud, unapologetic, and carried on a wave of distorted guitars and powerhouse vocals. Meet Decadence, a four-piece Hard Rock band from Northamptonshire,...
- Words by Chelsea Marshall
On Saturday, we headed to St Neots for the debut party at Courtyard 58, and let’s just say… it’s giving grassroots magic. Tucked away behind the Citizen Hub, the space had never been used before,...