Small Hours

Our summer show has landed - even if the weather hasn't in the UK. On this instalment we share stories of our recent trips to Ibiza and Glastonbury and of course we've carefully selected some of the absolute best music from this year's festival. We have a couple of soulful numbers taking inspiration from last month's show, a first ever double offering? and as always an incredible legend track, from the year Ben was born, 74 or 84...you decide. ;)

We're joined for this episode by our regular guest Tom Setterfield who brought with him a fantastic new track(thanks Tom!). The show also features a new favourite band and some stories from recent gigs and festivals. Of course, it wouldn't be Small Hours without the trademark legend track and a flawless final flourish as we start to warm up for the summer.

We're very pleased to bring you our latest show which features an eclectic mix of old faves, new beats, the odd wildcard and a couple of bangers from the 80's which have had us very excited - all thrown together with some stories of what has kept us busy this summer.

It's been a little while since we last recorded, but we've used that additional time to find some extra special tracks to play for you. We have selected some fantastic new stuff of course, an old one which means a lot to us both and a haunting last tune which is definitely worth sticking around for. Remember you can get access to all the track listings on our website www.smallhourslondon.co.uk. Enjoy!

ITTTTTTTTTT'S CHRISTMAAAAAAAS! This time of year is all about spending time with friends and family and that's exactly what we've done with this special show. Featuring a lovely suggestion from an old guest Tom Setterfield and snippets from a very new one Effy (who sounds like he's built for Radio like his Dad). Hope you enjoy the show as much as we did recording it. We'll be back with some new shiz in the new year - if we haven't locked us all down again. xxx

Our talk of Ibiza inevitably led us to this extra special show - extended in length without losing quality - That's what she said! It was an absolute pleasure to be joined again with Mark Richards(Ricoh)and new to the Small Hours crew, Lou (Juan) Gibbs, and it seemed fitting to bring them both on before they depart to the White Isle next month - THE LUCKY BUGGERS. Expect some heartfelt moments, mega mixes and plenty of laughs - all the things you might expect from the next Ibiza trip (IT'S ON THE GREEN LIST).

Slightly late in publishing this very chilled summer edition of Small Hours but hopefully this means you can remember fondly if you managed to get away (we hope you did) or for those who weren't as fortunate try and cling onto what never really began! Expect some post punk vibes, a rather gorgeous legend track alongside our usual inane chatter as we ask the burning question - what do you do in the bath?!

Although our monthly podcast is fast becoming a bi-annual affair (don't look at us, blame Boris), it's meant that we've been given that extra time to craft an extra special set which has all the hallmarks of a Small Hours show but features some sounds you might not ordinarily hear us play. Enjoy listening and hopefully we'll shortly be with you back on the regular.

We're delighted to be back in a new look studio and playing music we love! After being put on hold by Coronavirus we have a selection of fantastic tracks which we've been saving up during those depressing lockdown months. Enjoy listening and stay safe.

After a (not so) brief hiatus, we're back with a show full of favourite music we've collected while we've been away. In case you haven't listened before, each month we bring you an hour of new and unheard alternative music (plus a bit of chatter) for your enjoyment through the night and into the Small Hours.

It's with mixed emotions we present to you the final Small Hours (or is it?). Rounding off 24 hours (or two years) of new and unheard alternative music with our first ever continuous mix, and our old friends Mike and Setto in the studio - it's not to be missed! Thanks for tuning in and joining us on the journey, it's been a real pleasure.

In this month’s show we check out new offerings from some old favourite artists, with tracks from Acid Pauli, Loma and Invisible Conga People. Plus don't miss some very big news from the Small Hours team!

New Small Hours for a new year, with some new releases from some old favourites. Featuring tracks from Makeness, dOP and Active Child.

We're very privileged to be joined this month by our music industry hero Rich Lyne, with a chat about the UK music scene and a great final track from an exciting up & coming artist. We also have our usual offering of new music, featuring Mano Le Tough, Karl Blau and the mysterious Hype Williams.

A slightly delayed show due to trips to Ibiza and Vegas (sorry!) - but promise it's well worth the wait :)We've got a fantastic recommendation from a listener, an old favourite from Ben and an album of the year contender, with tracks from Alex Cameron, Alligator and Daphni.

This month on Small Hours an eclectic offering featuring 'future bands' new and old, Bedouin's take on a Pink Floyd classic and an unusual but gorgeous final pairing. Send us your recommendations via our Facebook page to have a chance to hear your track on the next show! https://www.facebook.com/smallhourslondon

This month on Small Hours we have a couple of alternative versions, a lovely chilled trio and a killer final tune. Featuring tracks from Pional, Arnaldo and Kiasmos.

Apologies for the slight delay with the release of July's show - to make it up to you we've made it extra special by inviting our old friend Tom Setterfield (Settee!) along, who always gives us a chuckle. Featuring tracks from Sharon Van Etten, Rhye and Portico Quartet.

Some early summer vibes from the Small Hours team this month as festival season is in full flow. Big thanks to our special guest Tom Lerch on the phone from NYC, plus the lovely Natalie Shon in the studio. Featuring tracks from Mount Kimbie, The National and Perfume Genius.

Special thanks this month go to Mark Richards for stepping up with a great guest mix and suggesting one of our favourite tracks of the year so far. Also on this show we have Poliça (twice), Methyl Ethyl and Marcel Lune.

A real mixed bag this month even by Small Hours standards - we've even managed to squeeze in some (soothing) jazz. Featuring tracks from Toydrum, Max Cooper and Milosh.

This month's show features a guest appearance from Jules Von Hep, talking about his love of all things musical (and particular thanks to him for making this one a real laugh!). Also look out for a special tune which we've tracked down after months of searching! With tracks from Move D, Mooryc and Aidan Knight.

We've another great collection of brand new tunes this month including a surprise from Ben and a slightly unusual but excellent Valentine's theme, featuring tracks from Fink, The System and The Underground Youth.

The Small Hours team are joined in the studio by close friends David and Mike for the first show of 2017. Some great electronic tracks this month featuring Midland, Lane 8 and Leafar Legov.

It's the final show of the year! We have some great tracks to showcase this month as ever with the likes of Benedict Benjamin, Weval and Susso and also take the opportunity to discuss some of our highlights from 2016. Any guesses on Ben's?! Happy New Year from the Small Hours team. See you in 2017!

November's instalment understandably has a slight political edge but that doesn't mean we've held back from great tracks from the last month, featuring the likes of the late Leonard Cohen, Mr Ho and Bonobo.

Try to forget those bigly post election woes with our newest instalment featuring White Denim, Moses Sumney and Sylvan Esso

The new instalment from Small Hours features brand new tracks from Nick cave and the Bad Seeds, Lambchop and D.D.Dumbo.

Back to basics this month given it's Ben's last show as a single man. We've got a great choice of tracks though for your delectation including new ones from Wild Beasts, Bon Iver and The Milk.

This month we welcome Stevie R from Inside Out Records to the Small Hours studio, with news of his forthcoming, eagerly anticipated After Altamont album - and we give you an exclusive first play of his hot new remix for RY X. Also featuring fresh new music from The Strokes, Blood Orange and dOP.

A real mixture this month and our first guest on the show - Joe Atherton - from the excellent Resonators with a teaser from their forthcoming album. Also featuring tracks from DJ Shadow, Shakey Graves and Kevin Morby.

May has been a fantastic month for new sounds, and Small Hours bring you some of the best - plus a couple you might not have heard from recent years. Featuring tracks from James Blake, Isaac Delusion and Andrew Bird.

The second instalment of Small Hours is here, featuring tracks from Francesca Belmonte, Jesca Hoop and Pops Staples.

The inaugural Small Hours show featuring the likes of Pumarosa, Will Saul and Tony Allen.