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The University of Westminster is one of the most diverse student communities in the UK, and we’ve made it our mission at Smoke Radio to reflect that. This year’s been exceptional for the station; with a fresh vision, new vibrant brand on and off air, and more varied events than ever before. We believe Smoke Radio has really reached a new level this year as Westminster’s Student Sound.
The main goals we set out to achieve in redeveloping Smoke Radio included:
- Making the station more vibrant, upbeat and student-focused.
- Launching new events to reach more students from multiple campuses.
- Creating a greater presence across the university and the capital.
- Improving online and social media platforms to make our content more student-based.
- To provide industry-standard training to members.
- To maintain and develop the technical side of the station.
The membership this year has reached an all-time high. We welcomed over 150 new members to the station who created and produced more than 90 different shows. We wanted Smoke to reflect our diverse student body, and we were proud to welcome a wide array of programmes including grime, K-pop, musicals, upcoming artists and special speech shows.
We held new events to create a larger presence around the university and capital, including live gigs, comedy nights, student parties, talks, and OBs. We managed to pull this all off despite a large decrease in our usual funding from the students’ union and university, which meant that fundraising was vital to maintain the running and high standards of the station.
Our members are made up of students from a variety of courses. The team have become a real family this year, dedicated to improving and growing the station, and welcoming and training new members.
Felix from Gengahr joins Sofia Loporcaro on Bite of Sound to discuss the band’s sophomore album ‘Where Wildness Grows’, out now on Transgressive Records.
Hear the full show on smokeradio.co.uk
For the SRA Chart, Matthew Smith talks to Alex Kapranos from the iconic Scottish band to talk about Always Ascending and why he's avoiding reading reviews
Chloe Little from Inheaven chats to Mark Hoskin about a big 2017, touring in America and when to expect album number 2.
Mark Hoskin chats to The Sherlocks about the release of their debut album, northern crowds, and their latest single, Chasing Shadows.
Stereo Honey join Sofia Loporcaro in the studio for Bite of Sound to discuss their new EP, Monuments, and how they emerged from punk-cabaret
Sofia Loporcaro chats with Chloe and Hannah from The Van Ts about Dundee, the new single Bittersweet, and Buckfast.
Mark Hoskin sits down with Irish rock band Fangclub to talk about their debut album, signing to a major label and how they found a South American following
What is a Heartbreak Diet? Sofia Loporcaro sits down with guys behind the fresh sound of Salen to discuss the new single, and what's to come in the future.
Kate Nash has returned! Ellie Rankin had a chat with her to discuss all things new, old, and the future.
Who knew a love of films could lead to great songwriting? Sofia Loporcaro and Flyte's Will Taylor chat movies and the storytelling in the band's upcoming debut album.
Smoke Radio have teamed up with The Offside Rule Podcast to bring you exclusive interviews from the England Women's squad! The squad for Euro 2017 has been announced, and there's some players conspicuous by their absence. We look at new inclusions, big exclusions, and grab a chat with England stars Laura Bassett, Jodie Taylor and Izzy Christiansen.
With Special thanks to everyone at The Offside Rule Podcast and Rebecca Adams.
If you want to learn more about the podcast, there's loads of great content to discover at www.offsiderulepodcast.com - you can pop over to Twitter @offsiderulepod and Like our Facebook page.
Having recently released his brand new album, midnight, Lewis Watson hit the road and touched down in London town's The Tabernacle. His first EP came way back in 2012, and shot straight to the top of the iTunes singer-songwriter charts. Pulama Kaufman sat down with him prior to his gig in March.
Natalie Malcolm chatted to April Keen as she travelled the country on her Coffee House Sessions tour.
Lucy speaks to the LGBT+ unit of the Liberal Democrats about LGBT+ policy and why sex education is important.
Lucy speaks to Attitude Magazine's editor Cliff Joannou about his experience on the Sex + Relationships Education panel at National Student Pride 2017.
Lucy speaks to a Soho based Sexual Health Clinic about their 60 second sexual health tests at National Student Pride 2017.
Lucy speaks to the Army and the RAF about diversity within the UK's military at National Student Pride 2017.
Lucy speaks to the charity Just Like Us about their involvement with National Student Pride 2017 and what they are doing to support young people within the LGBT+ community.
Sofia speaks to Adidas about LGBT representation within sport and their new rainbow lace initiative in partnership with Stonewall.
Brands within the careers fair at National Student Pride 2017 speak to Sofia about why they think its important to be at pride.
Sofia hears from some of the smaller brands within the careers fair at National Student Pride 2017.
Head of Sport Lucy Lavery caught up with boxing captain for the Dragons Alex Zendra, catching up after returning from fighting in Miami!
Alex gives the low down on what it's like meet the one and only David Haye aswell as all the latest on the upcoming Boxing event being held at Westminster's very own Harrow Campus.
DavidHaye #Boxing #England #Pecs #Sport #SmokeRadio #Miami #EnglandTeam #BUCs #Dragons
The fifth episode from Smoke Radio, in the build up to Student Pride 2017. We spoke to Bethany Glover who is Head of Social Media for the Student Pride committee and also Matthew Todd, former editor of Attitude magazine.
The fourth episode from Smoke Radio, in the build up to Student Pride 2017. We spoke to Charlie Mathers from the Student Pride committee and students from the University of Westminster about their own experience of bi-erasure.
The third episode from Smoke Radio, in the build up to Student Pride 2017. We spoke to Kieran Stanbridge the CEO and Co-Founder of the #BeingMe Campaign and what intersectionality is to him. #StudentPride #Creative
The second episode from Smoke Radio, in the build up to Student Pride 2017. We spoke to students who are concerned about the state that sex education in the UK is and how it should be LGBT inclusive. We also spoke to Alex Phillps (Policy Leader) from the Terrence Higgins Trust on their resent campaign
The first episode from Smoke Radio, in the build up to Student Pride 2017. We talk to Mia from the band Goodbye Brighton #studentpride #creative
Smoke Radio caught up with Kelly at the annual SRA training day at Westminster's Cavendish Campus. Kelly gives her take on women in the industry, the struggles she underwent getting to where she is now and why radio presenting has become a real passion.
Fresh from endless touring around the country, Slaves sit down with Smoke's Clare Overy to chat about life as one of the UK's most iconic duo's.
Last year, New Zealand's own The Eversons released their debut album., Stuck In New Zealand. They've moved to a UK to give their music career a kick, so we sent Bella to go and have a chat with them to find out just what the UK has to offer.
Work Experience Fay follows Fay Cross as she goes around London and tries out different jobs. In our first episode, she goes and finds out what it means to be a Student Ambassador at The Royal Opera House.
Catch Fay @ 5, on Saturday's from 5 to 6pm.
He's just been announced as a contender for the BBC's Sound of 2017, released his EP and toured with Chase & Status. Things aren't looking bad for Tom Grennan. Clare Overy gave him a ring to find out more about an insane 12 months.
It's been an emotional two days, but thanks to everyone from Smoke Radio who helped to pull this off. Listen in to hear everyone chat about what it's been like for them, and also the live on air final countdown (Accompanied by a confetti canon).
As part of Stephen's miniseries How Far Can You Get?, Clare had to get 6 people in the library to dab with her.
A 5pm update from Smoke Radio members who're taking part in the 36 hour long broadcast of the #UWSUJailbreak. They chat about the important behind the scenes details: like what people have been getting up to in the back, food situations and what we think about beanbags.
A 2am update from two of the producers working on the UWSU 2016 Jailbreak. They chat about the important behind the scenes details: like what've people been getting up to behind the scenes and where people are napping.
We went around and asked people where their favourite place in the world is.
Played during Fay @ 5's show, as part of their 36 hour marathon coverage of the #UWSUJailbreak (November 19th).
Heurelho Gomes; a Watford's goalkeeper and former Tottenham player; talks to Étienne Fermie and Damian Burchardt from the QH about rejuvenating his career after falling out with Spurs; through loan spells at Hoffenheim and now playing for the Hornets with who he historically beat Manchester United for the first time in 30 years. Gomes also discusses the upcoming end of his career and gives thoughts on what he sees for the future.
Natalie Malcolm chats to folk hero Beans on Toast about the roots of his music and plans for the future.
Apothek have been spending a few years making their debut album. Natalie Malcolm gave Morten a ring to find out how the album came about, and how they're making a name for themselves in the UK.
In the first podcast of Westminster’s latest football chat show, Talking Balls, the team: Callum, Rory, Stephen and Ollie discuss a range this week’s biggest football stories. The boys tackle issues surrounding getting fans involved on match-day, preview the week's Champions League matches as well as the weekends Premier League and Championship fixtures. They also get stuck into one of the biggest derbies of the season, Birmingham City vs Aston Villa as two of the team will be there at Sunday’s game. They wrap the show by teasing a few features for the coming episodes, so be sure to check back and join us every week.
Leo Stannard is quickly making a name for himself in the music world. As he hit Oslo for his headline tour, Sofia Loporcaro headed down to Hackney for a chat.
Georgie recently toured with Jake Bugg, and we had to have a chat when she touched down in London. Mark Hoskin headed down to O2 Academy Brixton to talk to the rising star.
We sent Joe Pilbrow down to Oslo to catch up with Smoke Radio favourite, Louis Berry before his gig.
Catch up with all the action from the University of Westminster's sports teams. This episode features basketball and football commentary with exclusive interviews from the boxing captain Alex Zendra as well as a chat with the SU President Freya Thompson.
Sean Kennedy, the man behind the viral (and ridiculously catchy) chant "Will Grigg's on fire" joins Callum and Steve on Friday Lunch. #willgriggsonfire #upthetics
If you're missing the Puppy and Bunny room still, take a listen to hear back how it went. Featuring some beautiful squeals of excitement.
6 years strong!! Smoke Radio went down to Varsity 2016, where our very own Dragons went up against the University of West London - and were victorious again! We hope you enjoy.
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We're heading to one of London's best spots, Camden, and for one night only we are taking over Barfly!
We've told everyone hundreds of times since announcing the event that we have a special headliner. And, we're not giving up their identity just yet, sorry. But we do have something for you; this teaser.
Can you guess who our secret special guest is?
Keep up to date on our social media to be the first to know when we reveal their identity.
Buy tickets - http://www.uwsu.com/event/smoke-radio-takeover-barfly-camden/ FB Event - https://www.facebook.com/events/1690042711258594/
Our blogger Mark Hoskin sat down for a chat with the talented Louis Berry. Listen to hear what he had to say about his Twitter bio, headline tours and the Liverpool music scene.
Simple Plan were in London and so of course we had to catch up with them! Mark went and met up with them to have a chat about social media and Sean Paul.
Helping Homeless Humans is a campaign created and managed by students. They are a group of young people who spend their spare time helping out those who are less fortunate. They may be struggling with money themselves, or feeling the weight of deadlines, but they still make it out to give out sandwiches and show support to people living on the streets.
On Saturday 12th of March, the HHH crew raised an incredible £527.92 in their first ever fundraising event, which involved them doing a sit out in a busy Leicester Square.
We went along to experience the day with them.
Produced by Andrea Ribeiro
Ellie and Clare went down to the Coffee House Sessions in Central London. This time around - Max Jury!
The Commercial Music Society's first gig took place on Monday March 29th. We went along to not only support them but grab a few interviews.
Interviews by: Sofia Loporcaro Produced by: Abby Weaver
The Commercial Music Society's first gig took place on Monday March 29th. We went along to not only support them but grab a few interviews.
Warning! This interview contains mature content throughout.
Interviews by: Sofia Loporcaro Produced by: Abby Weaver
The Commercial Music Society's first gig took place on Monday March 29th. We went along to not only support them but grab a few interviews.
Interviews by: Sofia Loporcaro Produced by: Abby Weaver
The Commercial Music Society's first gig took place on Monday March 29th. We went along to not only support them but grab a few interviews.
Interviews by: Sofia Loporcaro Produced by: Abby Weaver
The Commercial Music Society's first gig took place on Monday March 29th. We went along to not only support them but grab a few interviews.
Interviews by: Sofia Loporcaro Produced by: Abby Weaver
Before their show in Camden, Mark got to catch up with Sleeping With Sirens. Produced by Charlie Mathers
This interview contains mature language.
Mark Hoskin got the chance to talk to Nick and Gabe of Sleeping With Sirens. Listen to what they said on fans, from the scary ones that won't take no for an answer to the ones who battle the elements for them.
Produced by Charlie Mathers
On 21st February, it was Smoke Radio's turn to host the SRA Chart Show - A Chart of all the music student stations are playing, syndicated over Student Stations all over the country. Listen back now!
Presenters: Michael Lavin & Abby Weaver(Vinyl Chart) Producer: Charlie Mathers
We're going to be posting some of the best bits of Smoke Radio's National Student Pride coverage 2016. The Royal Navy were one of the many stallholders who came to the event to recruit and support their LGBT employees.
We're going to be posting some of the best bits of Smoke Radio's National Student Pride coverage 2016. Broken Rainbow UK is the UK's only LGBT domestic violence charity, and we spoke to them about why what they do is so important.
We're going to be posting some of the best bits of Smoke Radio's National Student Pride coverage 2016. EY is the events platinum sponsor, and Victor spoke to us about why EY love Student Pride.
We're going to be posting some of the best bits of Smoke Radio's National Student Pride coverage 2016. London Frontrunners is an LGBT running club, and we spoke to one of their members, Alex.
We're going to be posting some of the best bits of Smoke Radio's National Student Pride coverage 2016. We spoke to Simon, who works for Aviva, about their LGBT representation at the event.
We're going to be posting some of the best bits of Smoke Radio's National Student Pride coverage 2016. We spoke to Wayne Desi, founder of R U Coming Out, about the website.
We're going to be posting some of the best bits of Smoke Radio's National Student Pride coverage 2016. First up, we interviewed the amazing Maggie Thatcher, believe it or not!
We sent Mark Hoskin over to Electric Ballroom to chat to Escape The Fate who spoke to us about Warped Tour, UK fans and people getting thrown on stage(!?).
We had trouble condensing 5 hours of golden coverage down to just 1 hour, but we did it!
Here's the highlights of our coverage of Student Pride 2016.
We took the music stage as our own so there is tons of amazing live music spread about this podcast. Listen to hear from some of the biggest YouTuber's in the world such as Johnny Benjamin. We also spoke to the likes of Radio 1's Adele Roberts and Jamie from Union J, as well as members of the Student Pride Committee, stall holders and of course the students themselves!
Presented by Simon, Eliza, Tommy, Daisy and Lucy. Produced by Abby Podcast Produced by Abby
Hear Head of Music Charlie Mathers talk about how much she loves this new track from Charlie Puth and SelGo.
Exclusive Smoke Radio interview with contestants after Student Pride does Lip Sync, hosted by Alaska 5000
Listen to Stephen Mitchell as he talks about the incredible newcomer who is Zara Larsson.
Westminster graduate Sigala has released yet another incredible track. Check out what music blogger Stephen Mitchell had to say.
Head of Music Charlie Mathers is here to talk about the track that has taken the charts by storm, PILLOWTALK by ZAYN.
Listen back to our coverage of the UWSU Election Coverage 2016.
Presented by Abby Weaver. Produced by Emma Halligan and Fay Cross. Social Media managed by Daniel Freeman.
Produced by Smoke Radio, this podcast is looking forward to National Student Pride on the 5th-7th February 2016, held at the University of Westminster. The themes of this years festival are Mental health, LGBT YouTubers and Coming Out with RUComingOut.co.uk
Features interviews with Evan Davis, Jonny Benjamin, and the Student Pride committee.
Buy your tickets now: www.studentpride.co.uk/tickets
Produced by Dafydd Jones-Morris, presented by Tommy Pell.
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Who would have guessed it? Joe Allen becomes Liverpool hero after his penalty wins the match against Stoke.
The reds went into the 2nd leg at Anfield just needing to draw after their 1-0 away win in the 1st leg. But it was the boys in the Stoke City shirts which took the game to Liverpool during the first half. The potters dominance of the match and possession earned them some luck after the linesman failed to raise his flag after Stokes number 10 Marko Arnautović scored right on the stroke of H/T
LFC grew into the match during the second half but it stayed 1-1 on aggregate all the way to penalties.
@alexmearns7 reviews the match and gives his opinion that this victory may cover over the cracks, that the reds manager Jurgen Klopp has not made a very good start to his time at Anfield.
Listen NOW
Follow us on Twitter @TheFootballHour
LFC #SCFC #LIVERPOOL #KLOPP #JOEALLEN #MARKHUGHES #STOKE #PREMIERLEAGUE #ENGLISHFOOTBALL #LEAGUECUP #SOCCER #FOOTBALL
Everton head into this crucial match against Man City with a 2-1 lead from the 1st leg at Goodison Park.
The Football Hours @alexmearns7 reviews the match and has asked a former Liverpool player Raheem Sterling to step up and show that he has gone to MCFC for trophies and not for the money.
It is such a huge match so give this podcast a listen before all the action takes place.
Follow @TheFootballHour on Twitter and tweet us if you agree with our predictions for the match.
MCFC #EFC #LEAGUECUP #SOCCER #ENGLAND #FOOTBALL #LFC #PREMIERLEAGUE
Leeds United managed to grab a point away at Griffin Park thanks to a fantastic curling shot from Middlesbrough loanee, Carayol. Leeds went into half time trailing due to some awful defending from the Yorkshire side. Leeds looked the better side in the second half and could of had a penalty to grab the win and 3 points, but it finished 1-1.
@alexmearns7 reviews the match and discusses whether Leeds Boss Steve Evans should be starting with 2 strikers up top and ponders if the former Rotherham manager has improved Leeds United since taking over from Uwe Rosler earlier in the season.
Follow @TheFootballHour
LUFC #LEEDSUNITED #SOCCER #CHAMPIONSHIP #BRENTFORD #BPL #EPL
Spurs have finally found someone who'll take Andros Townsend off their hands and wage bill. Newcastle United have made their second 12 MILLION POUND January signing after Andros Townsend joins Jonjo Shelvey who recently signed from Swansea last week.
NUFC have now spent 24m in 7 days, on top of the 50m they spent in the summer transfer window. The magpies boss Steve Mcclaren is putting his trust in two, very out of favour England internationals.
Will the moves to the North-East, spark Newcastle's season into life??? The Football Hours @alexmearns7 has his opinion on the transfers.
If you loudly agree or most likely disagree with what @alexmearns7 has to say. Tweet the all new Twitter account @TheFootballHour
TOWNSEND #NUFC #BPL #EPL #PREMIERLEAGUE #SPURS #FOOTBALL #SOCCER #ENGLAND
Music Blogger Mark Hoskin reviewed the absolutely gorgeous track that is Knocking On My Door by The Hummingbirds. Listen to find out what he thinks about this new indie track.
Once again Arsenal slumped to a 1-0 defeat at home to their London rivals Chelsea. Diego Costa was the hero for the blues, the fiery striker snatched the winning goal and was also in the heart of the action when the gunners German centre back, Per Mertasacker was shown a red card early in the first half.
During this Football Hour -Extra Time podcast @alexmearns7 rips into Arsenals performance and 3 players in particular. Firstly the captain for the match Theo Walcott, who does not seem quick anymore. Secondly, the BFG(Big Friendly German) Mertasacker who runs so slow it is like he's pulling Leeds United manager Steve Evans on his back. Third and finally Mathieu Flamini the defensive midfielder who forgets to defend.
EPL #PREMIERLEAGUE #SPORT #FOOTBALL #SOCCER #ARSENAL #CHELSEA #MERTASACKER #GUNNERS #WENGER #BPL #RADIO
Rhona, Anna, and Lewis from the society Waxed have a chat to Michael Lavin about their launch night, whilst encouraging students to sign so they can have the opportunity to showcase their work.
See what they are about: http://www.waxed.online/ Get involved: waxedonline@outlook.com Give them a like: https://www.facebook.com/events/187428368272002/ Follow their work: @WAXEDmagazine
Join us as we talk to the candidates for the Sabbatical Officer Elections 2016. Make sure to vote from Monday 25th January!
westminster #elections #debate #smokeradio
This week the inevitable finally happened. Leeds United sold their promising 22 year old right back/winger to West Ham United for a Undisclosed fee, expect to be in the region of 3.7 Million.
Alex Mearns Leeds United supporter and fan of Byrams, Expresses his anger at the way the former giant of English football, Leeds United is being managed by it's president Massimo Cellino.
premierleague #lufc #whufc #sambyram #byram #transfers #football #soccer #leeds #footballleague #sport #England
This is Smoke Radio’s #WhyICare mini series, exclusively on audioBoom.
It's a part of Smoke Radio’s Why I Care campaign, encouraging students across the university to vote in the UWSU Elections 2016. The point of the series is to help explain to you all the confusing aspects that come with a students’ union elections.
It's our last Episode, looking at Why Should You Vote?
Check out our #WhyICare video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PerJtCvDTM
And tweet us @Smoke_Radio to tell his why you care about voting in the UWSU Elections.
This is Smoke Radio’s #WhyICare mini series, exclusively on audioBoom.
It's a part of Smoke Radio’s Why I Care campaign, encouraging students across the university to vote in the UWSU Elections 2016. The point of the series is to help explain to you all the confusing aspects that come with a students’ union elections.
The fourth episode answers the question; what's the point in a student's union election?
Check out our #WhyICare video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PerJtCvDTM
And tweet us @smoke_radio to tell his why you care about voting in the UWSU Elections.
Check out what our blogger Stephen Mitchell has to say about Rachel Platten's newest track, Stand By You.
Here's what our blogger Stephen Mitchell has to say about the Australian Idol talent that is Matt Corby.
Charlie Mathers speaks to Jodie Abacus before his first headline gig of the year in the Sackler Space at the Roundhouse. He spoke about putting all the emotions he can into his songs and the emotional story behind I'll Be That Friend.
This interview contains mature content.
This is Smoke Radio’s #WhyICare mini series, exclusively on audioBoom.
It's a part of Smoke Radio’s Why I Care campaign, encouraging students across the university to vote in the UWSU Elections 2016. The point of the series is to help explain to you all the confusing aspects that come with a students’ union elections.
It's time for Episode 3! Which looks at What Is In A Campaign?
Check out our #WhyICare video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PerJtCvDTM
And tweet us @Smoke_Radio to tell his why you care about voting in the UWSU Elections.
This is Smoke Radio’s #WhyICare mini series, exclusively on audioBoom.
It's a part of Smoke Radio’s Why I Care campaign, encouraging students across the university to vote in the UWSU Elections 2016. The point of the series is to help explain to you all the confusing aspects that come with a students’ union elections.
This episode looks into what a Vice President and a President of the Students Union is.
Check out our #WhyICare video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PerJtCvDTM
And tweet us @smoke_radio to tell his why you care about voting in the UWSU Elections.
This is Smoke Radio’s #WhyICare mini series, exclusively on audioBoom.
It's a part of Smoke Radio’s Why I Care campaign, encouraging students across the university to vote in the UWSU Elections 2016. The point of the series is to help explain to you all the confusing aspects that come with a students’ union elections.
Episode 1 starts off with answering the question, what is the students' union?
Check out our #WhyICare video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PerJtCvDTM
And tweet us @Smoke_Radio to tell his why you care about voting in the UWSU Elections.
It's important to think of those living on the streets around Christmas. Melvin Moyo has caught the attention of local press due to his efforts to help others.
Smoke Radio aims to support Melvin and to help spread the word, not just across the university, but further.
Want to get involved? Simply contact Melvin Moyo on Facebook, or alternatively email abby.weaver@smokeradio.co.uk
We spoke to the current Student's Union President, Jim Hirschmann, about how he feels this years Winter Elections went.
Dom Betts & Alex Mearns from Smoke Radio's popular football show "The Football Hour" speak to Paul Breen, a Senior Lecturer at The University of Westminster, as well as the author of the book, The Charlton Men.
They speak about the book as well as Paul's influence on the book, and how the London riots tie in with Football in South East London
Dan Seamarks spoke to the six people hoping to be elected to an NUS Delegate position and represent the University of Westminster at the annual conference. Get to know the candidates, and make sure you vote! #nus
Dan Seamarks spoke to the candidates for the University of Westminster's newly reinstated Liberation Officer positions. Get to know the candidates, and then get voting!
So that time of the week has rolled around again and this time our reporter Stephen Mitchell caught up with Into the Ark who were this weeks artists performing on the Coffee House Sessions tour.
The lads start by telling us how they go involved with the tour.
On this episode on The Football Hour:Extra Time, you can hear Dom & Alex reviewing the massive El Classico game from the weekend, and looking at Barca's and Real's seasons so far
Gabby and Charlie were down at The Ultimate Seminar where they spoke to Johnny Pinchard and Simon Long. They spoke about how they feel about music blogs, student radio stations and what advice they'd give to people who want to get into the music industry,
Fraser T Smith is a Grammy award winning producer, songwriter and musician. He spoke at The Ultimate Seminar, after coming straight from Heathrow airport (!), about how he got to where he is in the industry now.
Gabby and Charlie were down at The Ultimate Seminar where they heard from Melissa Steel (Kisses For Breakfast), Char Grant (Modest!, MNEKs Manager), Abbey Ennis (Universal Music Publishing, Creative Manager) and Lizzie Francis (Spilt Milk Music) talk about how they feel about females in the music industry and whether there's prejudice against them.
iSessions Westminster: Charity Battle of the Bands
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We spoke to the person behind the whole event. Yazy explains how nervous she was prior to the gig and the ins and out of how the winner is picked,
iSessions Westminster: Charity Battle of the Bands
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Smoke Radio caught up with front man Adneli, who won last years i Sessions. Adneli talks about whats happened to the band a year later and gives top tips for this years winner.
T: @ManLikeNells FB: facebook.com/Manlikenellsuk
iSessions Westminster: Charity Battle of the Bands
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Smoke Radio went along to this years iSessions and caught up with all the bands and performers after their set.
iSessions Westminster: Charity Battle of the Bands
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Smoke Radio went along to this years iSessions and caught up with all the bands and performers after their set.
iSessions Westminster: Charity Battle of the Bands
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Smoke Radio went along to this years iSessions and caught up with all the bands and performers after their set.
T: @ThisIsWyse FB: facebook.com/ThisIsWise
iSessions Westminster: Charity Battle of the Bands
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Smoke Radio went along to this years iSessions and caught up with all the bands and performers after their set.
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iSessions Westminster: Charity Battle of the Bands
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Smoke Radio went along to this years iSessions and caught up with all the bands and performers after their set.
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Hear Dom Betts and Alex Mearns' reaction to the England game against France last night, which was a specifically important event as it's the French National Team's events since the attacks in Paris on Friday Night
Tune in to the first ever episode of Smoke Reports, a weekly news programme letting you know what's happening this week at the University of Westminster.
A couple of weeks ago our reporter Stephen Mitchell went down to the Coffee House Sessions at University College London (UCL) where Ady Suleiman was performing.
They had a chat about how his experience of performing at the Coffee house Tours were going, being asked to perform this years Glastonbury and why he chose to submit his music via BBC Introducing.
Our Head of Daytime Wyse interviews Hollie Stephenson, a 17 year old prodigy from London, after her set at UCL with Coffee House Sessions. She talks about her upcoming album, influences, and musical relationship with 80s icon Dave Stewart from Eurythmics.
HollieStephenson #CoffeeHouseSessions #studentradio #livemusic #risingstar #interview
During our Ask Anything Panel, Laura, the head of the Feminism society, joins the debate by explaining why she things the word "feminism" is the right one to use. #feminism
During our Ask Anything panel on Monday, Lamia from the Palestinian Solidarity Society explained how the society caters to the student body and gets people involved.
Alex Mearns & Dom Betts react to Fulham sacking their manager Kit Symons on Sunday. Remember to hear their full show on Wednesday's 6-7pm on Smoke Radio, The Best Student Radio Station in the UK.
Last night, Smoke Radio won best station at the #SRAs! We spoke to Harrow Sabbatical Officer Otis Kirby-Dunkley to find out how he felt about our win.
A clip from this weeks 'The Football Hour' with Dom Betts & Alex Mearns. Make sure to listen to the whole show, this Wednesday 6pm-7pm. After listening to this it's one not to be missed.
Every week, Student Central hosts the Coffee House Sessions. Up and coming artists come in and play to students - This week's artist being Axel Jansson. Charlie spoke to him about his upcoming single 'Shine A Light' and how he chooses songs to cover.
We Are Westminster is a cultural festival running throughout November at the University of Westminster. Regents Vice President and event organiser Lauren came in to talk to Dan about how important the month is and what she's most looking forward to.
Marcel and Wyse covered our last freshers fair at Harrow Campus- listen to the best bits here!
Yesterday the University of Westminster opened it's doors to potential new students looking to start their student life.
Sophie Hawkins decided to invite some potential radio students on her show to play "Tweet or Track" with the chance to win some pot noodles or sponges because that is what every student needs right?
Ben Howard releases the next offering from his second album "I Forgot Where We Were". Here is what our blogger Daisy Greenaway thought of "Small Things".
Last week our blogger Dafydd Jones- Morris interviewed half of the hip hop duo Krept & Konan who spoke about finally getting signed as well as album details.
So Disclosure are back and this time round they have teamed up with the legendary Gregory Porter.
Here is what our blogger Stephen Mitchell thought of "Holding On".
So the first member of JLS have released their new solo single.
Here is what our blogger Stephen Mitchell had to say about "Get Stupid".
The Chemical Brothers have a new album on the horizon.
Here is what our blogger Abby Weaver had to say about "Go" which is the first single to be taken from "Born in the Echoes".
Mark Ronson has returned to storm the charts with the follow up to 'Uptown Funk".
Here is what our blogger Abby Weaver thought of "I Can't Lose".
This is a podcast of our Smoke Radio Masterclasses and Smoke Radio Awards 2015. #Smoke10
This is probably going to be the last single to be released from their debut album 'The Balcony' and we are pleased 'Hourglass' is the track the band have chosen to release as a single.
Here is what our blogger Charlie-Ann Mathers had to say about Hourglass.
Tine Tempah returns! With a collaboration from chart topper Jess Glynne, Tinie hopes to create an early vibe surrounding his upcoming third album.
Here is what our blogger Charlie-Ann Mathers thought of Not Letting Go.
Following on from the success of 'Our Eyes' Lucy Rose reveals the next single from her upcoming album 'Work it Out' which is due for release on the 6th July.
Here is what our blogger Daisy Greenaway thought of 'Like an Arrow'.
Audio blog is voiced by Emma Halligan*.
Rhodes makes a return with his stunning new track "Close Your Eyes".
Here is what our blogger Emma Halligan had to say about it.
So we have yet another cover of the classic Nina Simone track 'Feeling Good'. Brilliant, another timeless classic turned into a generic modern dance track.
Avicii has actually created quite a good cover here and our blogger Emma Halligan shared her own thoughts.
After a week break our music blogging team are back to bring you the latest in new music.
We are so close to Florence & The Machine's third studio album "How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful" and here is what our blogger Abby Weaver had to say about 'Ship To Wreck'
Today was a glorious day of broadcasting on Smoke Radio, we were joined by a bunch of the University of Westminster's Societies for a day of Society Takeovers.
We started off with Society of The Year, the Marrow Society, and finished off the day with the Musical Theatre Society. Unfortunately the Business Society weren't able to make it in today.
We heard everything from Pokemon Chat Up Lines to a rendition of a speech from Shakespeare's Othello. Relive it all with this Best Bits. #SocsOnSmoke
After 35 years of being closed to the public, and being used as a lecture theatre, the University of Westminster has reopened the Regent St Cinema, restored to its original purpose.
Smoke Radio went to have a look at the "Birthplace of British Cinema" with Anna McNally from the archive team, and the Cinema Director, Shira Macleod.
We talk about the history and future of the cinema, which showed the first film in the UK and looks set to feature student work as well as double bills of British films.
More photos here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10153328851879456.1073741854.6690994455&type=1&l=444e862ce2
For more information and to book tickets go to: http://www.regentstreetcinema.com/
This general election Smoke Radio worked alongside the Broadcast Journalism Training Council to provide coverage from across the country, including our local constituencies.
Presented by Jack Everitt, Cassie Galpin, and Josh McKenna, relive the drama unfold right through to the early hours.
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Ten Walls is back and ready to fit into your summer playlists for 2015.
Here is what our blogger Ben Fairclough had to say about 'Sparta'.
You may be familiar with Jax Jones after hearing 'I Got U' last year and if you were a fan of that then you will be a fan of this.
Here is what our blogger Ben Fairclough thought of 'Yeah Yeah Yeah'.
We have been loving this lovely dance track from DJ S.K.T. recently.
Here is what our blogger Charlie Ann-Mathers had to say about 'Take Me Away' which is currently on our C list.
Sinead Harnett has been busy with her collaboration with Snakehips the other week but that doesn't stop her because she is releasing her own single!
Here is what our blogger Emma Halligan had to say about 'She Ain't Me' which is currently on our C List.
Madyx has released one he of a catchy pop song.
Here what our blogger Charlie Ann-Mathers had to say about 'Some Kisses' which is currently on our C List.
Possibly one of the most catchiest tracks ever, Walk The Moon release 'Shut Up And Dance" just in time for the summer months.
Here is what our blogger Emma Halligan thought of the track which is currently on our C List.
After a there year break Lianne La Havas returns to our lives with her single 'Unstoppable'.
Here is what our guest blogger from BBC Radio 6 Music Tom Whaley had to say about it.
This weeks ones to watch feature a lot of amazing tracks including Florence & The Machine to the return of the amazing Lianne La Havas.
Max Dowling presents a taster of what's to come on the station over the next seven days.
Last week Echosmith bought their tour to the UK and Heaven in London. Our blogger Charlie-Ann Mathers caught up with the band and reviewed their gig which you can read about over on our website: smokeradio.co.uk/musicblogs
What a better way to spend a Saturday afternoon then listening to the new Blur track.
Here is what our blogger Josh McKenna had to say about 'Lonesome Street' which is currently on our C List.
Snoop Dogg returns with the biggest summer track of the year, well this is just our predictions at least!
Here is what our blogger Dafydd-Jones Morris thought of Peaches n Cream which is currently on our C List.
Turning Back Around is the latest release from Rhodes which is currently on our C List.
Here is what our blogger Emma Halligan thought of the track.
Port Isla are a fairly new band we are introducing on Smoke.
Here is what our blogger Ali Mulaga had to say about A.L.I.V.E which is currently on our C List.
British rapper Devlin makes one he of a comeback with his collaboration with Skepta!
Here is what our blogger Dafydd-Jones Morris thought of his newest track.
50 Grand is currently on our C List.
Charles Hamilton, doesn't ring a bell? Well take note because he has teamed up with Rita Ora to create one hella good pop track.
Here is what our blogger Ali Mulaga had to say about the track.
New York Raining is currently on our C List.
Listen back to all of the action from the UWLSU vs UWSU Varsity 2015. Jack Everitt and Dom Betts reports.
WitnessTheBattle
So The Strypes return bringing the sound of Blues with them. Scumbag City is the title track to be released from their EP 'Flat Out'.
Here is what our blogger Ali Mulaga had to say about it.
Scumbag City is currently on our C List.
Have you ever stopped and thought, you know what I really miss TLC? Well the British version of the band who go by the name of M.O. are just for you.
Here is what our blogger Charlie Mathers had to say about 'Preach' which is currently yon our C List.
After a successful chart hit with producer Tchami on 'Promeeses" Kaleem Taylor provides his stunning vocals on Snakehips latest release "Forever (Part 2)".
Here is what our blogger Emma Halligan had to say about it.
Forever (Part 2) is currently on our C List.
What do you get when you cross Martin Garrix and Usher? An absolute gem of a pop track.
Here is what our blogger Charlie Mathers had to say about the track.
Don't Look Down is currently on our C List.
Bringing a 90s feel to the summer of 2015, Kokiri releases 'Turn Back Time' just in time for the hot few months we are about to have.
Here is what our blogger Dafydd-Jones Morris had to say about it.
Monday this week the Official Charts company announced it's new Vinyl Chart ahead of Record Store Day 2015.
Lauren Kreisler, Brand Manager at the Official Charts company told us how the chart is complied.
To read our full article just go to smokeradio.co.uk/
Once again we have received another influx of new tracks which were hard to whittle down and select who gets a spot on our playlist.
Here are the tracks to look out for over the next week on Smoke Radio.
Paloma Faith releases her latest single from her most recent album 'A Perfect Contradiction' called Beauty Remains.
Here is what our blogger Charlie Mathers had to say about it.
Beauty Remains is currently on our C List.
It has been a long three year wait but The Maccabees are back!
Here is what Emma Halligan had to say about their newest track 'Marks to Prove it which is also currently on our C List.
Ella Eyre returns with her own single following on from her recent collaboration with DJ Fresh as well as 'Comeback'.
Here is what our blogger Emma Halligan had to say about it.
Together is currently on our C List.
The Vaccines have released their second single to be released from their news album.
Here is what our blogger Josh McKenna had to say about the track.
Dream Lover is currently on our C List.
Tame Impala are back! Cause I'm a Man is the first single to be released off their newest album 'Currents'.
Here is what our blogger Ali had to say about it.
Cause I'm a Man is currently on our B List.
Bit of specialist music this Friday in the shape of GoldLink. Fairly new artist so who better to review this then our very own Head of Specialist Dafydd-Jones Morris.
Sober Thoughts is currently on our own Specialist Takeover playlist.
Kiesza is back! Sound of a Woman is the 4th single from he debut album of the same name. Shift K3Y has released his own remix of the song which our blogger Ali Mulaga reviewed.
Sound of a Woman is currently on our C List.
Yesterday evening saw the University of Westminster's Drama Society take on Monty Python in a aid of Comic Relief.
Joining our entertainment reporter after the show to speak about the issues they had with their chair dropping out and to explain all about the production process in the lead up to the event was Yohana, Liam and Mike.
We went down to the #UWSUVarietyShow this year to watch all of the acts, Jack Everitt reports.
Waitress Song maybe the seventh track off 'Stay Gold' but we are still loving their music.
Here is what our blogger Ali had to say about the track.
Waitress Song is currently on our Specialist Takeover section of the playlist.
Hp Hop themed blog today. Here is what our blogger Dafydd-Jones Morris had to say about the new Krept & Konan track.
Certified is currently on our Specialist Takeover part of our playlist.
This weeks Ones to Watch features a tonne of excellent new music including Shift K3Y's awesome remix of Kiesza and the return of The Macabees!
Previously on Smoke Mastermind we put Conor from The Half Earth's knowledge on Lucy Rose to the test.
As Stephen was attending Trellis Records 1st Birthday we thought we would pitch Mat, Brooke and Axel against each other to test their knowledge on how much they know about the label as well as each other.
Our last interview was with Axel Flovent who spoke about performing alongside the likes of Skream and Kelis at this years Secret Solstice Festival.
Axel started off by telling us the thought process to releasing his current single 'Forest Fires'.
Our blogger Stephen was busy on Saturday night because he also spoke to Brooke Bentham who also explained her favourite memories over the past year being part of Trellis Records, her support act for Rhodes last year and how she originally hated her single 'We'll Be Ghosts".
As part of Trellis Records 1st Birthday our blogger Stephen Mitchell went don to The Islington in Islington funnily enough to have a chat with their acts.
First up was Matt Hunsley who spoke about his fondest memories of the label over the pat year as well as lyrics he would never write about.
One of the biggest tracks our bloggers loved this week was the return of Jamie xx! Loud Places is the firs single to be released from his upcoming album 'Colours'.
Here is what our blogger Dafydd-Jones Morris had to say about the track.
So Nero make a return to our lives this week! 'The Thrill' sees the first release for what seems like an age!
Here is what our blogger Charlie Mathers had to say about the track.
'The Thrill' is currently on our C List.
So after successful chart topping hits with 'I Got U' and 'Won't Look Back' under his belt, Duke Dumont has decided to re-release his 2012 track 'The Giver'.
Here is what our blogger Emma Halligan had to say about it.
'The Giver' is currently on our C List.
James Morrison is back! Bit of a different sound from the usual singer-songwriter after collaborating with producer iLL BLU.
Lonely People is currently on our C List and here is what our blogger Abby had to say about the track.
So we have updated our playlist once again and have some cracking new tracks which have been sent to us. Our bloggers have been writing their thoughts on the track so keep an eye out for those this week.
Michael Lavin presents a quick run down of this weeks ones to watch.
We sent our blogger Daisy Smith down to the Electric, Brixton to have a chat with Hoodie Allen ahead of his gig. Hoodie speaks about fans, gigs, favourite song to perform but he starts by talking about his latest album.
University of Westminster Student and #TheVoiceUK finalist Emmanuel Nwamadi talks to us about how it feels to be in the final.
Culture Shock (no not the 80s punk band) released ‘City Lights’ a week ago - an up-tempo electro pop taste of his debut album dropping in May. A couple years ago it was indie music that got everyone up and dancing for the summertime, but now that EDM and drum and bass are taking the reins I wouldn’t be surprised if when everyone is trying to catch a tidal wave, ‘City Lights’ will be cruising the radio waves. It definitely fits the criteria for an early summer hit— repetition of a word or phrase (“free-falling”, in this case), classic but catchy DnB beat, infectious chorus, relatively satisfying beat-drop— but for now we will just have to wait and see how it springs.
‘City Lights’ is out now, and there’s also a great instrumental version making its way ‘round the interwebs.
Shift K3Y releases his follow up single to 'I Know' just in time for the summer months.
Here what our blogger Gabby had to say about the track.
So Oliver Helens has gone done done it again. It has almost been a year since the release of Gecko (Overdrive) hit the clubs and now Can't Stop Playing will get you dancing this weekend!
Here is what our blogger Ben Fairclough had to say about the track.
To coincide with the release of Wilkinson's latest release our blogger Dafydd Jones-Morris has created a special mini mix for you!
Our reporter Alice Marshall spoke to Hudson Taylor ahead of their special one off performance at the Coffee House Sessions.
You may remember Tove Lo from the infectious pop track 'Stay High'. Well she is back with her next catchy pop tune 'Talking Body' which is taken from her debut album set for release on the 11th May.
Here is what our blogger Charlie Mathers had to say about the track.
Alice Marshall spoke to Josh Taerk on the phone after taking part in Coffee House Sessions yesterday.
Passion Pit are back! Following on from their recent collaboration with Madeon they have released their own single 'Lifted Up (1985)'.
Here what our blogger Abby Weaver had to say about it.
Our first review this week is a big one. Blur have a new album coming out in a few weeks called 'The Magic Whip. Second single to be released from that album is 'There Are Too Many Of Us'.
Here is what our blogger Richard Dent had to say about it.
Sofar Sounds visited the University of Westminster and we went along to cover the event.
Recently we have had an influx of new music being sent out which has kept our music team busy, expect review from this lot over the next 7 days.
As Conor from The Half was supporting Lucy Rose on her tour our blogger Stephen decided to take inspiration from the popular BBC gameshow Mastermind to see how much he knew about her.
Lucy Rose is currently making her way round the UK to perform some intimate shows to coincide with the release of her new album which is coming out soon.
Our blogger Stephen Mitchell went down to the Dingwalls, Camden this week ahead of the gig to speak to the support act The Half Earth. Conor chats to Stephen about how the tour is going so far, EPs and album news as well as lyrics he would never write about.
Stephen starts by asking Conor how he was asked to be the support act for Lucy Rose.
Every Friday we will be bringing you our review of a dance track you will be hearing in clubs over the weekend and coming weeks.
Hear what our blogger Gabby Espinet had to say about the new Galantis track.
Galantis - Runaway (U & I) is currently on our C List and is set to move up as we edge closer to summer.
Catfish & The Battlemen have been a firm playlist favourite for the past six months so it was inevitable that we were going to review their next single.
Homesick is great and here is what our blogger Charlie-Ann Mathers had to say about their latest single.
You may know Hozier from his successful debut single 'Take Me To Church'. Take a listen to his debut album if you are a fan to discover that the whole album needs praise, 'Someone New' has recently been announced as his next single which has been added to our C List with A List on the horizon very soon.
Hear what our blogger Abby Weaver had to say about the track
Our second ever audio blog comes from the return of the mighty Mumford & Sons. Believe is the lead single from their upcoming third album which is set for release on the 4th May.
Here is what our blogger Richard Dent had to say.
Recently we recruited music bloggers from around the University of Westminster to come and write for us, as well as their written blog which you can read over on smokeradio.co.uk you can listen to our blogger Dafydd Jones-Morris who gives us his thoughts on the new Major Lazer track "Lean On".
This track is currently on our A List playing across all our daytime shows.
Students from all over London came together for a one day celebration at the University of Westminster.
Holi is traditionally a Hindu festival and it is celebrated all over the world by people throwing pots of powdered colour over each other.
Listen to the podcast to find out more about the event.
hindu #holi #festival #colour #paint #festivalofcolours #london
It is that time of month where the societies from across Westminster takeover our specialist content.
Tuesday 18th March sees not one but three new societies present an hour of radio to showcase what their society is all about.
Missed any of the coverage of this years Student Pride? Check out our recap trail!
If you want to catch up on the full tenth year celebrations then head to smokeradio.co.uk
The Coffee House Sessions are a chance for you to see some of the country’s most exciting and upcoming artists perform at universities across the country, including at the University of London Union (ULU).
30 different universities across the country have taken part in the scheme where artists perform 30-minute acoustic sets at different student spots up and down the country.
Our reporter Stephen Mitchell checked out this weeks Coffee House Session and caught up Samantha Durnan to discuss her touring with Ed Sheeran, why she got involved in the Coffee House Tours, album details and she sings a song about Boris Johnson!
A trail for our #HeyWestminster Campaign.
Tweet in @Smoke_Radio with #HeyWestminster with what you're listening to for a chance to win a Spotify Premium Giftcard!
Check out the #HeyWestminster video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JF3p0AohmxY
In the build up to #StudentPride Sean Allsop spoke to Scott Mills about his trip to Uganda, including being hit by chickens in attempt to be 'cured' of being gay.
Sean Allsop talks to Radio 6Music presenter Tom Robinson in the buildup to #StudentPride.
Dominic Treadwell-Collins, Executive Producer of #EastEnders speaks to Stephen Mitchell at #studentpride about his personal experiences, the representation of LGBT people on television and coming out.
Stephen Mitchell talks to star of BBC One's Waterloo Road, Heather Peace at National #studentpride.
The actress gave a talk at the event about the representation of LGBT people on television.
studentpride Presenter Stephen speaks to Owen Jones about the discrimination LGBT people overcame in the past and the battles they still face today.
Stephen's also been asking guests to sign a t-shirt with three words describing what student pride means to them. Owen seems very passionate about his! #justice #equality #dignity
Amelia Womack spoke to Smoke Radio's Stephen Mitchell about her time at National #studentpride.
She speaks passionately about the #GreenParty giving the younger generation a voice and the representation of Black and ethnic minorities.
Abby asks the public and Proud Planet London why they think Student Pride is a worthwhile event to attend.
Stonewall are most famously known for their 'Some people are gay. Get over it' campaigns and merchandise.
We did a special show in order to help encourage voting, and recap all of the Candidates ideas.
We spoke to Tom Owen, Smoke TV and Video Production Coordinator at the Students Union about the importance of voting. We also got some students from the bar to vote live on air! And finally, Jack performed his special song encouraging students to vote.
UWSUVote
Presenter Jack Everitt presents his song to encourage you to vote in the UWSU Elections.
You can find out full details on how to vote at: http://smokeradio.co.uk/2015/02/23/students-union-election-ballot-opens/
UWSUVote
This week’s Coffee house session gave us a chance to meet two northern lads, formally known as Seafret. The band have soared to popularity over the past few weeks grabbing the attention of some of the biggest names in the industry, including music guru Zane Lowe.
After performing some tracks from their new E.P, Seafret sat down with Abby Weaver to discuss how their friendship blossomed, working with Game of Thrones star Maisie Williams and how they celebrated making it onto BBC Radio 1’s playlist.
Grab your copy of Oceans at https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/id953513160
Smoke Radio's Election Debate, aired on the 19th February. We hear from all of the candidates and students pitch questions to them via Twitter and on the phone. #UWSUVote
Interview with #StudentPride volunteers, as heard on the National Student Pride Volunteers.
The #UWSUVote Elections are in full flow.
Here is the trail for our Election Debate on the 19th February, starting at 7pm. More information can be found at: http://smokeradio.co.uk/2015/02/16/uwsuvote-campaigning-begins-at-westminster-for-sabbatical-officer-positions/
Quick snippet of what happens when the University of Westminster's societies takeover the airwaves once a month!
This months takeover is taking place on Monday 16th February from 5pm.
Quick snippet of things to hear every Saturday and Sunday from our team over in Cavendish.
Saturday and Sunday 10am till 5pm.
The Coffee House Sessions are a chance for you to see some of the country’s most exciting and upcoming artists perform at universities across the country, including at the University of London Union (ULU). 30 different universities across the country have taken part in the scheme where artists perform 30-minute acoustic sets at different student spots up and down the country. This week's Coffee house session was a special acoustic performance from Andy Williamson, who performed an incredible range of his own tracks alongside an amazing cover of well known R&B track, No Diggity. With a new single out in March and a festival filled summer, Andy will be providing you with some great summers day listening so make sure to check out his music.
Our reporter Stephen Mitchell checked out this weeks Coffee House Session and caught up with Uncle Frank after the gig. The duo speak about their new album, rider essentials, why they are doing the coffee house tour but they start by explaining their creative process when producing an album.
The Coffee House Sessions are a chance for you to see some of the country’s most exciting and upcoming artists perform at universities across the country, including at the University of London Union (ULU).
30 different universities across the country have taken part in the scheme where artists perform 30-minute acoustic sets at different student spots up and down the country.
This week's Coffee house session was a special acoustic performance from Andy Williamson, who performed an incredible range of his own tracks alongside an amazing cover of well known R&B track, No Diggity. With a new single out in March and a festival filled summer, Andy will be providing you with some great summers day listening so make sure to check out his music .
Lucy Hunt checked out this week's Coffee House Session and caught up with Andy after the gig. Andy talks about tour essentials, which artists would create his ultimate dream band and his own personal journey into music.
Find out how the beginning of Andy's tour has been going for him so far.
Westminster Sessions are little one-song acoustic sessions presented by the University of Westminster – and they’re coming to Smoke! We’re releasing a short series of special edition podcasts in association with the scheme. In the second edition of this podcast Timon spoke to Jordan.
If you would like to know what is going on and keep up with the sessions that follow have a look at www.westminstersessions.com and make sure you subscribe to their Newsletter. Like Westminster Sessions on Facebook and follow them on Twitter.
The Coffee House Sessions are a chance for you to see some of the country’s most exciting and upcoming artists perform at universities across the country, including at the University of London Union (ULU). 30 different universities across the country have taken part in the scheme where artists perform 30-minute acoustic sets at different student spots up and down the country.
All of the artists are approved by BBC Radio 1’s ‘Introducing’ presenter Ally McCrae and the project has previously helped with the success of Hudson Taylor, Stephanie Fraser and many more.
This week, sixties-inspired rock and roll band The Waletones kicked off 2015’s Coffee House Sessions. The band’s inspirations include The Beach Boys, Frankie Valli and The Beatles, and they played a mixture of their own songs and covers at the session- including the Friends theme tune! Their debut EP Look Out, Here Come the Waletones is released on the 9th March.
Emma Halligan and Daisy Smith caught up with the band to talk about their performance and the songs they most enjoy playing.
Charlie Mathers speaks to a University Technician who used his home made camera to show people picture's of themselves in a new light. Then, we made Emma Halligan give it a go.
Charlie Mathers spoke to Illustration and Visual Communication student Usamah about his live spray painting and why he thinks all people should try it.
On Friday the 16th January four societies from the University of Westminster hijacked the Smoke Radio airwaves for a truly unique evening of radio. The SSA Harrow, LGBTI, Business and Feminism societies let us know what they are all about and handed out some great tips and advice along the way. From student pride to advice on being a graduate, there was something for everyone. The great variety showcasing just how diverse the societies at Westminster are and showing just how many opportunities there are for students. The common message throughout was for students to ‘Get Involved’, improve your job prospects, enrich your university experience and have a whole load of fun along the way.
Dom Betts spoke to the Women's Basketball Stall to see if they had many sign-up's at the fair, and when they train and if everyone who signs up has previous experience in the sport.
Dom Betts spoke to new salon company Get Styles about what they do, and what they've been doing throughout the day.
Dom Betts spoke to the organiser of Freshers and Re-Freshers, and how she organised Re-Fresh Fest which is happening at Proud in Camden on Thursday 22nd January.
Westminster Sessions are little one-song acoustic sessions presented by the University of Westminster – and they’re coming to Smoke! We’re releasing a short series of special edition podcasts in association with the scheme.
In the second edition of this podcast Timon spoke to EBI Pamere.
She spoke all about her journey to Westminster, her music, and future. EBI performed her track Let Me Know.
Check out EBI's sound cloud for more of her music. If you would like to know what is going on and keep up with the sessions that follow have a look at www.westminstersessions.com and make sure you subscribe to their Newsletter. Like Westminster Sessions on Facebook and follow them on Twitter.
Following the University of Westminster's Student's Union's recent Lottery grant aimed at preventing mental health struggles, Smoke Radio speaks to Ade Bankjoko the Research, Representation and Welfare Manager. The Mind Your Mates programme is the first of its kind to be funded by the lottery grant scheme. First played on Punk and Politics 13/11/14.
For more information go to www.uwsu.com.
The Coffee House Sessions are a chance for you to see some of the country’s most exciting and upcoming artists perform at universities across the country, including at the University of London Union (ULU). 30 different universities across the country have taken part in the scheme where artists perform 30-minute acoustic sets at different student spots up and down the country.
All of the artists are approved by BBC Radio 1’s ‘Introducing’ presenter Ally McCrae and the project has previously helped with the success of Hudson Taylor, Stephanie Fraser and many more.
Last week acoustic pop singer songwriter Kimberly Anne played a special set for the Coffee House Sessions. With an album due for release early 2015 as well as festival performances, Kimberly Anne is set to storm the music world over the coming months so keep a close eye on her movements.
Check out Kimberly's most recent EP: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/liar-ep/id871790116
Our reporter Stephen Mitchell went down to Wednesday's Coffee Sessions to have a chat with Kimberly Anne before her performance to chat all things EP's, albums, 2015 gigs and what Kimberly would not write lyrics about which led the conversation down a different path.
Kimberly started off by telling us how she started off in music from a young age to get where she is now.
Westminster Sessions are little one-song acoustic sessions presented by the University of Westminster – and they’re coming to Smoke! We’re releasing a short series of special edition podcasts in association with the scheme.
In the first edition of the podcast Timon speaks to duo John and Ollie.
They talk about how they met, what they're all about and perform a mashup of Nile Rodgers Crazy and Moby's Natural Blue.
If you would like to know what is going on and keep up with the sessions that follow have a look at www.westminstersessions.com.
The Coffee House Sessions are a chance for you to see some of the country’s most exciting and upcoming artists perform at universities across the country, including at the University of London Union (ULU). 30 different universities across the country have taken part in the scheme where artists perform 30-minute acoustic sets at different student spots up and down the country.
All of the artists are approved by BBC Radio 1’s ‘Introducing’ presenter Ally McCrae and the project has previously helped with the success of Hudson Taylor, Stephanie Fraser and many more.
Last week indie-pop duo Dave Jackson and Fiona O’Kane of Runaway GO played an acoustic set for the Coffee House Sessions. Having supported Bastille on the Irish leg of their sold-out tour and after working with the likes of Jonathan Shakhovskoy (Beady Eye, U2, Stereophonics) and Geoff Pesche (Gorillaz, Dizzee Rascall), Runaway GO are well on their way to success with their anthem-like pop melodies, vocal range and harmonies.
Their debut album ‘Alive’ is due out next year however they have bravely chosen to release every song on their album, one a month for the next nine months.
Hester Cant catches up with them after watching their session.
Jack Everitt caught up with Ask after their performance at the isessions battle of the bands at the undercroft.
Jack Everitt spoke to Rouge after their performance at the isessions battle of the bands.
Jack Everitt caught up with Man Like Nells after his performance at the isessions battle of the bands at the Undercroft.
Jack Everitt spoke to Josh Davies from Man like Nell's band at the ipaper's battle of the bands
Jack Everitt caught up with Gem Faulkner after her performance at the i paper battle of the bands, hosted by smoke radio.
Students from the University of Westminster are joining the Free Education march through central London on 19th November.
Here VP of Harrow, Rianne Gordon speaks about UWSU's support for the demonstration.
Read the full article here: smokeradio.co.uk/2014/11/19/westminster-students-join-free-education-demonstration/
On Thursday the 13th of November four societies from the University of Westminster hijacked the Smoke Radio airwaves for a truly unique evening of radio.
The SSA Harrow, LGBTI, Business and Debating societies let us know what they are all about and handed out some great tips and advice along the way.
From student services on campus to debates on youth voting, there was something for everyone. The great variety showcasing just how diverse the societies at Westminster are and showing just how many opportunities there are for students.
The common message throughout was for students to ‘Get Involved’, improve your job prospects, enrich your university experience and have a whole load of fun along the way.
Last week Natassia Caffery was on the Steve Lamacq show on BBC Radio 6Music taking on the Universities Challenged quiz! The quiz takes part every Friday and pits Student Radio stations against each other in a general knowledge quiz.
Natassia presents and produces a show on Smoke Radio every Tuesday night from 6pm, called Surface Noise. You can listen to the most recent show here, and follow the show on Twitter.
Listen to hear how Natassia did.
The Coffee House Sessions are a chance for you to see some of the country’s most exciting and upcoming artists perform at universities across the country, including at the University of London Union (ULU). 30 different universities across the country have taken part in the scheme where artists perform 30-minute acoustic sets at different student spots up and down the country.
All of the artists are approved by BBC Radio 1’s ‘Introducing’ presenter Ally McCrae and the project has previously helped with the success of Hudson Taylor, Stephanie Fraser and many more.
Last week, singer/songwriter Gavin James performed for the Coffee House Sessions. Gavin has just completed his first US headline tour, and will soon be supporting James Blunt for the second time in his career. With an Irish Choice Music Prize Award for 'Song of the Year' already under his belt, Gavin is tipped for success in the future. Charlie Mathers and Emma Halligan from Smoke Radio caught up with Gavin after the session.
The University of Westminster has launched a new peer learning scheme, WIN PAL (Westminster Inspiration Peer Learning Scheme).
Students in their second and third years will volunteer to support those on the same course in the first year.
Here our reporter Cassie Galpin speaks to Dr Nicola Allett and Michelle Sibert who oversee the scheme.
There are opportunities for Second and Third year students to volunteer with WIN PAL, to find out more listen to the interview.
In this special podcast our reporters Jack, Stephen, Izzy and Ludo spent the day speaking to Westminster's sports stars of the future whilst they compete to gain a place on the first teams!
This year is the Centenary of the First World War, where 394 students from the University of Westminster made the ultimate sacrifice.
The University, then a polytechnic encouraged its students, women and men, to join the war effort.
Smoke Radio went along to the memorial at Regent Street Campus and spoke to the archive team about students during World War One.
Lest We Forget.
Produced by Cassie Galpin, Jack Everitt, and George McDonagh.
The new year has begun and Smoke Radio have been recruiting hard. We've been to every campus and every Freshers Fair this week and we thought we'd help promote the rest of the societies and information to anybody who missed it. This is just a short example of the kind of material Smoke Radio will continue to bring you over the coming year.
Brace yourselves for, fEast, the first Romanian music festival. Running from the 10th to the 12th of October fEast will be showcasing an eclectic blend of the best Romanian artists.
To find out more check out the Smoke Radio website.
The Coffee House Sessions are a chance for you to see some of the country’s most exciting and upcoming artists perform at universities across the country, including at the University of London Union (ULU). 30 different universities across the country have taken part in the scheme where artists perform 30-minute acoustic sets at different student spots up and down the country.
All of the artists are approved by BBC Radio 1’s ‘Introducing’ presenter Ally McCrae and the project has previously helped with the success of Hudson Taylor, Stephanie Fraser and many more.
Last week it was singer/songwriter James McLaren’s turn to perform at the ULU Library bar. James is currently in the middle of performing 25 gigs in 10 days as part of the Coffee House Sessions tour.
Chloe Atkins and Phoebe Seston from Smoke Radio caught up with James after his performance. Here's what he had to say:
The Coffee House Sessions are a chance for you to see some of the country’s most exciting and upcoming artists perform at universities across the country, including at the University of London Union (ULU). 30 different universities across the country have taken part in the scheme where artists perform 30-minute acoustic sets at different student spots up and down the country.
All of the artists are approved by BBC Radio 1’s ‘Introducing’ presenter Ally McCrae and the project has previously helped with the success of Hudson Taylor, Stephanie Fraser and many more.
Last week it was the turn of poet and multi-instrumentalist Tallulah Rendall, who's recently been nominated for the 2014 Arts and Culture Woman of the Future Shortlist. She performed songs from her forthcoming album The Banshee and The Moon.
George McDonagh went along to the sessions and chatted to her about her career, and The Banshee and The Moon:
Today was a first for Smoke Radio as we descended into the world of live weekend broadcasting for the first time. Jumping from a science show, to a neo soul show, we had everything any student would want from a Saturday.
If you missed any of the day, we have compiled a best bits podcast for you to listen to.
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