We are, as they say, living in unprecedented times. Among the many groups adversely affected by the current situation, those in the music industry are certainly feeling the strain. Promoters and venues can’t put on events. Bands can’t even meet up to rehearse. So everyone is getting creative, looking at ways to keep the music […]
As far as UK ‘battle of the bands’ events go, particularly for underground metal, they don’t come hotter than Bloodstock‘s Metal 2 The Masses. The competition sees the country light up with heavy music activity every year. Scores of bands take part across the length and breadth of the British Isles, but for Scotland, it […]
Underground In Prydain’s article history has been gathered up and archived here on the Slow Dragon Music site. Originally a blog focused on the relationship between music industry hot-topics and underground artists, UIP ran a series of interviews with musicians, managers, and other personnel. The aim was not to provide answers per se, but rather […]
Originally published December 31st 2015: Hello folks! Season’s greetings, and all that jazz! Hope you’re doing well, and your festive cheer hasn’t been worn down to a stump by the current pro/anti ‘top ten/five’ internet article grumbles, debates, and rants that have been circulating. It hasn’t? Well, that’s jolly good! Because, guess what! Underground In […]
Originally published December 29th 2015: It has been quite a while since a subject grabbed enough attention to draw an article out of Underground In Prydain. Last time, we posted an overview article on the opinions and issues surrounding PR for underground bands. Some PR campaigns at lower levels can be truly amazing in their […]