Jungle act and Bradford artist Nia Archives has announced via social media that she’s launching her own record label.
Known for her bold beats and outgoing persona, the Bradfordian has lots of hits under her belt including ‘Forbidden Feelingz’ and ‘Baianá’.
Archives has worked with many different artists including Walsall champ Jorja Smith, remixing her unreal dancefloor filler ‘Little Things’ just last summer.
The Self-procclaimed ‘New Gen Junglist’ has been catching the attention of the public and music critics alike, winning the BBC Music Introducing ‘Artist of the Year’ back in 2022.
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The proud Bradford artist even found herself bagging a Brit nomination for ‘Best Dance Act’ this year, how special.
Now she’s putting her music expertise to good use opening her very own record label with a very fitting and snappy name.
Titled ‘Up Ya’ or its full name ‘Up Ya Archives Records’, this label is wasting no time in firing out some absolute tunes with the first track dropping next week.
The single which is called ‘Get Loose’ is a collaboration between Archives, a.k.a the founder of the record label, and a Bristol based DJ with a very wild name, Cheetah.
If that wasn’t enough for you, Nia is also bringing her ‘Up Ya Archives’ stage to All Points East at Victoria Park in London for the first time ever this year.
She will be bringing lots of special guests with her to put on some impressive back to back sets from Coco Bryce and Dwarde, Sully and Tim Reaper.
There’s even a slot that features the previously mentioned collaborator Cheetah too, who will be partnering with Samurai Breaks alongside plenty more huge dance acts.
The songs that come out under this label will definitely be certified bangers no matter what and fans don’t have long to wait til ‘Get Loose’ drops next week.
Hollywood Vampires are heading back out on tour, with a huge Yorkshire gig announced for this year.
The supergroup, which consists of one of the biggest names in Hollywood as well as one of rock’n’roll’s most iconic names, are set to perform at the AO Arena as part of a run of shows.
Hollywood Vampires is made up of A-lister Johnny Depp, as well as rock royalty including Alice Cooper, and Aerosmith’s Joe Perry, plus Tommy Henriksen.
They last performed with an arena tour back in 2023, making these their first gigs in almost three years.
Hollywood Vampires have now announced a return to the stage, with a show at the iconic Piece Hall in Halifax on 22 August.
They’ll be supported by The Jesus and Mary Chain, who marked their 40th anniversary in 2024 with a new album, Glasgow Eyes.
Johnny Depp supergroup Hollywood Vampires announce Manchester gig. Credit: Aaron Perry
Hollywood Vampires formed in 2012, named after Cooper’s celebrity drinking club of the same name where the aim was reportedly to ‘drink until no one could stand up’.
Over the years, the supergroup has worked with the likes of Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl, and Zak Starkey (formerly the drummer for Oasis).
A Three Presale for tickets will take place from 10am on Wednesday 21 January, followed by a venue presale on Thursday 22 January, then general sale from 10am on Friday 23 January.
You can now apply to play at Tramlines Festival 2026 as part of programme to support emerging artists
Clementine Hall
Ever wanted to play at Tramlines Festival? Well, now's your chance.
Applications are now open until Wednesday 28 January for Tramlines Festival’s 2026 Apply to Play programme.
This fantastic initiative offers emerging and unsigned artists the chance to perform at the festival, which is set to take place from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 July.
This year's Tramlines Festival will be headlined by Fatboy Slim, Courteeners and Wolf Alice - so it's safe to say that if you win, you'll be in great company.
Alongside a paid slot at the festival, the overall winner will also perform at Truck Festival, Y Not Festival and Victorious Festival.
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The talented winner will also receive an official endorsement with Epiphone, one of the most iconic guitar brands in the world, a professional electric guitar, 12 months of artist relations support, access to Epiphone’s London showroom and a performance slot at the Gibson Garage.
And it doesn't stop there as they will also get £500 in studio credit from Pirate Studios and a slot at the This Feeling industry showcase.
Finalists will receive paid performance slots at Tramlines and a second artist will be chosen through a public vote from a shortlist of 100 entries. That artist will also receive the full Epiphone package and secure a guaranteed place in the final selection.
Timm Cleasby, Operations Director at Tramlines, said: “Apply to Play is one of the things at Tramlines I’m proudest of. Every year we get blown away by the talent coming through, not just from Sheffield but from all over the UK.
"We’ve had artists start out on a small stage and come back a couple of years later to play a packed tent. That kind of journey means a lot to us and shows emerging artists there is a pathway for them to grow. It’s why we do it and I can’t wait to see who steps up in 2026.”
Thomas Melia -
15th April 2025 
