Gemma Cockrell

Nottingham

Writer at Freelance

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Articles

Getdown Services - Primordial Slot Machine

3 weeks ago | diymag.com | Gemma Cockrell

4-5 Stars Another witty, weirdly brilliant offering, with much more going on behind the punchlines. Released: 6th June 2025 Label: Breakfast Records Picking up where last year’s ‘Your Medal’s In The Post’ left off, Bristol duo Getdown Services have returned with a six-track EP that once again fuses lo-fi dancefloor throb with sharp-tongued spoken word and the kind of deadpan delivery that makes you laugh before it makes you wince.
Georgian are learning to forget as they close a chapter

3 weeks ago | therodeomag.com | Gemma Cockrell

Manchester-based Georgian continue to explore their poised melancholic sound with their new single and first new music of the year ‘Learning to Forget’, out now via Heist or Hit. But rather than this being the beginning of a new era for the band, they actually see it as a closing chapter, marking the end of the band as we know them up until this point.
Access ERP acquires construction project management platform, Fonn

1 month ago | connecteastmidlands.co.uk | Gemma Cockrell

The Access Group, a leading provider of business management software to mid-market organisations in the UK, Ireland, the US and Asia Pacific, today announced that it has acquired Fonn, extending its offering in ERP software globally. Access ERP serves small, growing and medium to large businesses with tailored solutions in a range of industry verticals, including Construction, Supply Chain, Waste Management, Professional Services and Facilities Management.
The Neu Bulletin (Westside Cowboy, Jacob Alon, Humour and more!)

1 month ago | diymag.com | Phil Taylor |Gemma Cockrell |Christopher Connor |Dylan McNally

Westside Cowboy - Shells Hot on the heels of winning Glastonbury's 2025 Emerging Talent Competition, Manchester quartet Westside Cowboy showcase their dynamic versatility with 'Shells', as they take things slower than on their debut single 'I've Never Met Anyone I Thought I Could Really Love (Until I Met You)'.
Loughborough fashion student's workwear design to be created for up to 8,000 employees

2 months ago | connecteastmidlands.co.uk | Gemma Cockrell

A second-year BA Fashion Design and Technology student at Loughborough University will see her impressive design for branded workwear brought to life by one of the UK’s largest business software providers, The Access Group and be available for over 8,000 employees to wear.
Wishy - Planet Popstar

2 months ago | diymag.com | Gemma Cockrell

4 Stars Channelling early-noughties alternative radio energy. Recorded during the same sessions as last summer’s debut album ‘Triple Seven’, ‘Planet Popstar’ is a shimmering, nostalgia-tinged EP that expands on Wishy’s fusion of dream-pop, shoegaze, indie rock, and pop-punk, leaning into a more polished aesthetic while maintaining their established emotional depth. Single ‘Fly’ sets the tone, with Nina Pitchkites’ airy vocals layered over warm, reverb-drenched guitars.
Maya Lane talks expressing the indescribable on new EP

Mar 27, 2025 | therodeomag.com | Gemma Cockrell

Known for her emotionally mature storytelling and signature blend of pop, country and folk, Maya Lane draws inspiration from legends like Fleetwood Mac, Kacey Musgraves and Joni Mitchell. Her recent singles, ‘Beyond Alaska’ and today’s release, ‘Never Be Enough’, marks the first release from her upcoming EP, set to arrive in September.
Dirty Blonde - 'Adore Me?' — When The Horn Blows

Mar 14, 2025 | whenthehornblows.com | Gemma Cockrell

Dirty Blonde turn post-breakup chaos into pure alt-rock gold with their new single Adore Me?. Manchester’s fiercest alt-rock duo, Dirty Blonde, are back with their latest single, Adore Me?, a defiant, hook-laden anthem that proves they’re more than ready to shake up the scene. As the final teaser before their highly anticipated Looking for Trouble EP (out April 17th), this track solidifies their reputation for infectious, attitude-packed songwriting.
Album Review: Matilda Mann – 'Roxwell' — When The Horn Blows

Mar 4, 2025 | whenthehornblows.com | Gemma Cockrell

Few debut albums arrive with the quiet confidence of Roxwell, the much-anticipated first full-length release from London’s rising star Matilda Mann. Matilda Mann’s debut album Roxwell is a stunning showcase of her delicate folk-pop sensibilities, blending heartfelt storytelling with an effortlessly modern sound. Due out on 28th February via 7476, the album encapsulates her signature blend of folk intimacy and contemporary pop sensibilities.
God Is In The TV

Mar 4, 2025 | godisinthetvzine.co.uk | Gemma Cockrell

Nottingham's Divorce have spent the past few years throwing genre conventions out the window. Their debut album Drive to Goldenhammer - set for release on 7th March 2025 via Gravity/Capitol - cements their status as one of the most exciting new acts to emerge from the UK in recent years.