Soundsphere magazine editor, Dom Smith (who is also the co-founder of Disabled Entrepreneurs) has been featured by Hull City of Culture 2017. 

The video looks at Dom's career in journalism, as well as his time as a mentor for young people based in the North of England looking to get into the music industry, and those with disabilities looking to get into business. 

Of the video, Dom comments: "It's a great honour to be spotlighted by Hull City of Culture, as Hull is honestly where my heart is, and I'm really proud, and lucky that they've taken an interest in the work I've done for the last seven years." 

​Check the video out below, and for more information visit: Soundsphere magazine - http://soundspheremag.com

From Chester-based instrumental-electronic artist, Dom Sith comes this dark goth-inspired tune to soundtrack people’s struggles with themselves.

Of the inspiration for ‘Howl’ which take sonic leads from the likes of NIN, The Haxan Cloak and Burial, Dom comments: “I wanted to create something haunting, something that’d soundtrack those long nights alone, but not in a reassuring way, like how loneliness might sound, and how depression might sound, if it was heard…in the dark.”
For more information visit Dom Sith on Soundcloud.

​Hey guys, 

It's been a while since I posted! I've been really busy doing stuff with Soundsphere magazine, handling a few really cool bands (and their press) over at Creative Condition (Sewer Rats, Warren Records and Bone Cult, for example), and doing the odd show/gig with Seep Away! Still living in Chester too!

Anyway, I went to the States (Chicago) recently with the furniture brand I've been working with over the last few years as often as possible, and it was an amazing experience, the culture and general vibrance was insane. It was amazing to meet so many wonderful people, and to have the opportunity to work in Muzo's Chicago HQ, which is a wonderful space. Big thanks to Darren Buttle, Nathan McGrory, Joe Prendergast, Beth McCarthy, Robin Pickford, Martin Atkins (Ministry, NIN and PIL drummer), JBTV Studios (where we actually filmed a pilot for Muzo TV), and all the other wonderful people I met over my time there. 

ABOVE this rambling text, you can see some evidence that I was over there to do some work, in my official Muzo role as Media Relations Officer - check out the cool space!

So, there you have it, I was actually there, and I definitely did stuff. It was a tough and intense week of networking and building connections, but I'd do it again in a heartbeat! Most people probably would though, to be fair!

Soooo, back to music for a bit now! While in Chicago, oddly, I discovered a band from Bradford (through Nathan) called Glass Mountain, and their stuff just blew me away, so I hope it does the same to you! Check out their first single BELOW!

That is immediately followed (also below!) by a Belgian band called Kapitan Korsakov who I discovered very recently also, they're insanely good. I've also included a link to a live performance for my favourite track of theirs called, 'In The Shade Of The Sun'. 

Hope you dig the tunes!

That's enough now, and probably for 2016, so take care, thanks for reading and as ever, see you on the other side!

Dx
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Hey guys, below, there's some news about my band's new single! Check it out!

Cheers, 

​Dom

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Following a string of successful dates with the likes of Let's Talk Daggers, ...And The Hangnails and ((RSJ)), Seep Away will unleash two new tracks into the world - "Snakes" along with a B-side in the form of "Again". The single will also feature a remix of previously released track, "Trudge", by Nero Bellum of US industrial-black-metal pioneers, Psyclon Nine. The new tracks were recorded at The White Rooms in York with Dan Whiting [Percy, AKP, GLASS].

Of "Snakes" inspirations, guitarist/vocalist Max Watt comments: "It's a raw reactionary track about being fucked over. Y’know that feeling when everyone’s bullshitting you, and once they’re done using you they have no interest left, and the whole time you may as well have been talking to a wall? That. Everyone can relate in some form, I think."

Seep Away's sound blends the aggression and power of early Black Flag with the raw energy of Melvins. Formed in late 2015, the four-piece have been working steadily to build a solid live reputation, with a second EP expected before the end of 2016.

You can buy the track, if you fancy over at: https://seepaway.bandcamp.com/

Check out this live video of my band, SEEP AWAY covering Minnie Riperton's 'Loving You' live at The Fulford Arms in York!

Thanks guys! 

​Dom x
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Soundsphere magazine have teamed up with dynamic Manchester-based film company Shoot Business to create a series of interviews spotlighting Manchester's creative and business talent.

The first in this series features Soundsphere editor, Dom Smith, and Assistant Editor, Max Watt as they discuss areas including: working with young people, disability and entrepreneurship and starting up in business.

Check out one of the videos below, or all under one link: http://www.businessbulbs.com/2016/02/25/about-soundsphere/

SEEP AWAY announce debut single, 'Trudge' 

RIYL: Meshuggah, Bongripper, Turnstile

STREAM: https://soundcloud.com/seep-away-the-band/trudge-single-version

York/Manchester-based noise-punks SEEP AWAY have announced their debut single, 'Trudge' coming from their first self-titled EP. 
The band's sound is raw and punkish. There's not too much melody, a lot of anger and a shit-tonne of noise.

The band's guitarist Max Watt comments: "These songs come from the darkest places in our minds. They are our way of expressing our heaviest thoughts through really, really fucking noisy tunes. Hopefully some people dig it, but we understand if they don't because well..it's all pretty damn abrasive, really."

The band's EP, 'SEEP AWAY' will be released on December 11, 2015 via Bandcamp. 

SEEP AWAY is: Jay Sillence (lead vocals), Max Watt (guitar, vocals), Dani Barge (bass) and Dom Smith (drums)

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For more information visit:  

https://soundcloud.com/seep-away-the-band

https://twitter.com/SEEP_AWAY

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Lancashire Lions Visually Impaired Sports Club are very pleased to announce their new sponsor, Soundsphere magazine. Editor and Founder of the magazine, Dom Smith has provided the club with a very generous £200 to help the club succeed and ensure the young talent coming through have the opportunities to play cricket: socialise and travel in order for them to gain confidence, self-esteem and to live an active and happy life.

Soundsphere magazine is an alternative music, arts and culture publication based in the North of England, working with local, national and international artists across various genres including, electronica, rock, metal and indie. Of the publication's creation back in 2008, Editor, Dom Smith comments: "For me, it was about doing something different; I wanted to give opportunities to bands and writers from up North, a chance to gain some great exposure, and we've been on some incredible adventures around the world with it so far. He adds: "We love working with charities, and supporting great causes as well. It's very important in life to take as many opportunities as possible, whether that's interviewing amazing bands, working with students and young people to workshop journalism skills, or supporting great people to do great things with an awesome team of people."

Mohammed Salim Patel, Club Press Officer for the Lions said: "As a club we are very grateful for the sponsorship that has been provided. Help from individuals like Dom Smith helps us to carry on our work and fulfil our ambitions towards the visually impaired communities in the North West. On behalf of all the committee and members of the Lancashire Lions, a heartfelt thank you."

For more information, click the link above.

Here's a cool video put together by the dudes in Plastic Fortune, and it's an absolute pleasure to be a part of that growing collective. In the video, I had a chance to talk about my missions with regards to my three main projects; Soundsphere magazine, Creative Condition and Disabled Entrepreneurs. 

Give it a look, and let me know what you think! 

Thanks, as always for watching!

Dom