• Stanleys are back, plus Televised and White Star Line offer up brand new tunes!
    Feb 23 2026

    Big, anthem, North West, indie rock is the order of the day on this weeks Freshly Squeezed as Jim sit's down with another three outstanding bands for this weeks dose of new music.

    Get stuck into this weeks episode (after you've hit that follow button) to hear awesome new tunes from...

    Stanleys: Stanleys are back after a short hiatus with brand new music. Brimming with the confident sound of a band in full flow and ready to move it up another gear.

    Televised: 'Solve Me' is the third single from Manchester band and it's another step forward in the bands sound and maturity. Big stadium indie rock vibes!

    White Star Line: With a sound inspired by Manchester's musical heritage, White Star Line have tunes ready for bigger venues than their current status allows! Oasis, Kasabian, Stone Roses inspirations a plenty... with just a TOUCH of Nu-metal.

    If you want even more new music then check out Jim's weekly playlist where there is always 10 new tunes to discover - give it a save, it updates weekly: Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Playlist.

    Freshly Squeezed is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

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    29 mins
  • Billobuckers, The Otherness and The NSO feature on this week's new music picks.
    Feb 16 2026

    Freshly Squeezed hits Leicester, Yorkshire and Argentina on this weeks quest to find the very best in new music.

    Another trio of bands locked in and ready to go as Jim Salveson grabs tunes and chat from three emerging artists. On the playlist this week...

    Billobuckers: Alright muckers... it's Billobuckers! The Leicester band are pushing aside the usual big indie bangers for the latest tune which has a touch of The Streets spoken word about it. Big tune with a big message.

    The Otherness: Fighting back about the music you'd expect to come form Buenos Aires, The Otherness are making instantly familiar indie rock. Double A side 'Nows the Time' and 'Be Bop A Lucifer' shows off two very accomplished sides of their musical coin!

    The NSO: Arctic Monkeys meets Dr Dre anyone? The NSO have a trademark Yorkshire sound with a New York groove! Infectious tunes are the result.

    You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here - 10 brand new tunes EVERY week.

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    'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

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    32 mins
  • We go punk with Pet Needs, get new music from John Denton and gear up for album three from Pina Palau.
    Feb 9 2026

    Americana folk, pop-punk and Manc-indie all on the menu for this episode of Freshly Squeezed... all plucked fresh off the new music market. If you like your tunes at just the right type of ripe, you are in the right place.

    This week Jim Salveson chats to another three awesome acts...

    Pina Palau Beautiful, county-folk from Switzerland. Shimmery Americana with an almost Scandi edge! Stunning.

    Pet Needs Buzzcocks-esq pop punk with big melodies at its heart. The band are gunning for a top 10 with album number 4 and new tune "Hey You (Are You Are you Ok Ok) is a strong start to that mission!

    John Denton A young, promising talent from Manchester! John Denton is celebrating his first year as a solo artist with a massive new tune. 'Someone Else's Game' straddles the cities musical past and future perfectly.

    You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here - 10 brand new tunes EVERY week.

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    'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

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    30 mins
  • New tunes from VENUS GRRRLS, Greet The Chief, and Samuel Taylor with his debut EP.
    Feb 2 2026

    A new music smorgasbord on this weeks podcast with three more acts with some brilliant new tunes curated for you on this weeks fresh music podcast.

    Samuel Taylor Has released his debut into the world and it's a stunning, heartfelt collection of tunes. 'Lost & Overgrown' is a beautiful, expansive and yet subtle collection of songs.

    VENUS GRRRLS Bringing the rage alongside (maybe) the greatest bass line of the year so far with their new track '3x3'... Siouxsie Sioux meets Hole and a whole load of attitude.

    Greet The Chief Offers up a new tune for fans of Kasabian and Propellerheads! Fizzy and furious 'Nine Lives' is a massive indie dance tune that demands attention!

    You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here. Right now it's the 10 bands we've picked as our 'Ones To Watch' in 2026.

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    'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

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    29 mins
  • Jasmine Power, Manchester's Mayflower and Crystal Tides on their debut album.
    Jan 26 2026

    In the words of Arthur Conley "Do you like good new music"? If so, then Freshly Squeezed is here to sort you RIGHT out!

    Another three acts with some brilliant new tunes for you to check out on this weeks freshly music podcast. Get stuck in to hear...

    Jasmine Power: Stunning, uplifting, cinematic and theatric sounds from this Welsh artist. Heartfelt and honest songwriting for fans of Kate Bush and Last Dinner Party.

    Mayflower: Mancunian shoe-gaze with notes of the city's great musical heritage. Mayflower are back in the saddle after an almost decade long hiatus and picking up where they left off.

    Crystal Tides: Gunning to be the first Pompey band to secure a top 40 debut album and you wouldn't bet against Crystal Tides to do it. Uplifting, anthem indie tunes, made for the live arena!

    You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here. Right now it's the 10 bands we've picked as our 'Ones To Watch' in 2026.

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    'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

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    36 mins
  • Cable Boy, Mariae Cassandra and Park View hop on the new music train!
    Jan 19 2026

    This is a good one! If you love new music then you probably already know that Freshly Squeezed is the place to get the heads up on some of the hottest up and coming bands around the world... and this episode WILL NOT disappoint.

    Three bands to get your ears stuck into on this weeks show...

    Cable Boy: The new band you are going to tell all your mates about. Big guitars and big tunes from this gritty and urgent Dublin band. One for fans of Bloc Party.

    Mariae Cassandra: Super cool. Super young. Super talented. Mariae's meteoric rise is not by chance. A brilliant and honest songwriter with an ear for a catchy indie tune!

    Park View: A new line up and a new direction for this ace and energetic North East band. New tune 'She doesn't know' is a sweet, dreamy, sing-a-long indie banger!

    You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here. Right now it's the 10 bands we've picked as our 'Ones To Watch' in 2026.

    Follow the BRAND NEW Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.

    'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

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    33 mins
  • Heavy Salad, The Marras and Reluctant Bob and the Lonely Lovers all with new music.
    Jan 12 2026

    Three bands whose brilliant names are only matched by their ability to make banging tunes on this week's Freshly Squeezed!

    Once more, Jim Salveson is primed to introduce you to some brilliant emerging artists from the UK indie rock scene... and beyond. Here is what is on the way...

    Heavy Salad: A 90s-inspired punk pop banger... fizzing with energy and rich in melody, new tune 'Memories' is 2 minutes and 30 seconds of nostalgic fun!

    The Marras: Sing-along North West indie rock from The Marras... a band formed from the ashes of The Notion & Callow Youth. Big anthems and Smiths-esque guitars on offer with new tune 'Echoes'.

    Reluctant Bob and the Lonely Lovers: Robert Baker's (The Crayon Set) musical side project is allowing him to spread his musical wings! Like listening to the Flaming Lips covering the Beach Boys in the neighbour's garden whilst you take a summer nap!

    As promised, if you want to check out Nathan Wrigley on Freshly Squeezed you can check out this back episode (you probably should).

    You can follow the Freshly Squeezed weekly playlist here. Right now it's the 10 bands we've picked as our 'Ones To Watch' in 2026.

    Follow the BRAND NEW Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.

    'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched, and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune, 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

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    28 mins
  • Paul Askew, Matt Bianco and Mantel. Kicking off 2026 with THREE top acts!
    Jan 5 2026

    Welcome to 2026... may your year be filled with amazing brand new music. If your new years resolution is to find your next favourite band then Freshly Squeezed is a brilliant place to start!

    As we will do EVERY week this year, 3 top acts lined up and ready to deliver the musical goods into your ears with some tunes and chat from;

    Max Bianco: Pete Doherty backed Max Bianco has a raw energy and sound that is difficult to replicate. New tune 'Its Cold Outside' fizzes in a way that is remittent of The Libertines themselves.

    Paul Askew: The Kim Jong Un of indie rock! Liverpool singer/songwriter Paul Askew delivers the unexpected with new tune Asunder. A misty and nostalgic energy overlays some accomplished songwriting from a strong Merseyside talent.

    Mantle: For fans of Arctic Monkeys and Courteeners, Mantel nail the North West Indie Rock sound! Big sing-along anthems from this festival ready band!

    Get following the BRAND NEW Freshly Squeezed social media accounts on X, Instagram and Tik Tok.

    'Freshly Squeezed: A New Music Podcast' is written, researched and hosted by Jim Salveson. Additional sound design and production support from Ant McGinley. The show's theme tune 'Blue Blazer' is from Manchester's Spin Klass.

    Check the Freshly Squeezed new music playlist, updated weekly with 10 new music pics.

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    26 mins