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22/07/2026

Some people make music. Others make you see it.

Azim Miah is one of those people.

From filming on an old we**am in Northampton to being recognised by the BFI and named one of shots.net's top unsigned directing talents, his journey is built on curiosity, resilience and a refusal to tell stories the obvious way.

We talk creativity without connections, why listening comes before directing, and how the best visuals don't just accompany a song - they give it a whole new life.

It's an inspiring conversation about staying true to your voice, backing yourself, and proving that you don't need expensive equipment to create something powerful.

👉 Read the full feature now at fleckies.com.

And if you're an artist looking for a director who genuinely cares about your story as much as your music, go and check out Azim. His work speaks for itself.

14/07/2026

A little snapshot from the Stable at Music Barn Festival festival 2026 🌾🐴

What. A. Day.

A brand new space, an eclectic lineup packed with incredible grassroots talent, and the best energy from start to finish. House, garage, disco, techno, DnB, trance, Afrobeats and everything in between... exactly how we like it.

We're already cooking up plans for next year. 👀

Were you in the field with us this year? Let us know your favourite moment below 💚

📷 Ben Browning Savannah | Freelance Content Creator

07/07/2026

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do for a scene is make sure more people feel part of it.

That's exactly what Zaba is doing.

From compiling a list of 300+ female DJs to challenge outdated industry excuses, to championing grassroots venues through , everything she does is rooted in one belief - music is better when more people are invited in.

We talk community over competition, protecting your own wellbeing while lifting others up, why grassroots venues matter more than ever, and the importance of using your voice to create change.

It's an honest conversation about advocacy, purpose and building the kind of scene you actually want to dance in.

👉 Read the full interview now at fleckies.com and make sure to check out the incredible work are doing for grassroots music.

02/07/2026

Some artists find their sound. Others build it, evolve it, and aren't afraid to let it change.

BEKIMACHINE is doing exactly that.

From performing in bands and studying Music Technology, to creating her own synth-pop project before finding her home in melodic, driving techno, her journey is one of constant growth, curiosity and creativity.

We talk production before DJing, learning the craft on Twitch, founding .party, the importance of grassroots electronic music, and why sometimes the best advice is also the simplest: just start.

It's an honest conversation about following your instincts, giving yourself grace, and building something that's authentically yours.

👉 Read the full interview now at fleckies.com and get to know one of the artists helping keep grassroots electronic music alive.

29/06/2026

Some people build a DJ career. Others build a community.

RIJ is doing both.

From first discovering music through community radio at 12, to playing Ibiza, launching Naughty Parrot and creating spaces built around the idea of Be Bold. Dance Free., his journey has always been about bringing people together through music.

We talk community over competition, why kindness matters just as much as talent, balancing a DJ career with building a platform, and how Naughty Parrot has grown into something far bigger than just an events brand.

With the next Naughty Parrot event landing in Manchester this Saturday 4th July, now feels like the perfect time to dive into his story.

👉 Read the full interview now at fleckies.com and if you're in Manchester, grab your tickets for Friday and experience Naughty Parrot for yourself.

25/06/2026

This weekend, the UK's biggest music festival isn't in a field... it's in your local venue. 🎶

Everywhere At Once is bringing together 400+ grassroots music venues and 2,000+ artists across the UK, proving exactly what we've always believed at Fleckies - the future of music starts in small rooms, independent venues and local communities.

Yes, there are huge names on the lineup, but the real stars are the venues, promoters, volunteers and audiences keeping grassroots music alive every single week.

Powered by Music Venue Trust and , with support from Save Our Scene UK and AIP, this is a nationwide reminder to get out, support your local venue, and discover something new.

👉 Head to fleckies.com to read the full story

06/06/2026

MUSIC BARN 2026... LET'S AV IT!

Find us in the STABLE 🐴

14/05/2026

There’s something really special about artists who allow themselves to grow in public rather than pretending they’ve got it all figured out. Beth Eliza feels like one of those artists.

Her music is thoughtful, cinematic and deeply human - rooted in storytelling, emotion and the messy in-between stages of growing up. From village life in Suffolk to touring the UK with The Blackheart Orchestra, Beth’s journey is one of self-discovery, quiet resilience and learning to trust her own voice.

We talk songwriting as therapy, finding identity as an artist, grassroots festivals like , and why not having all the answers yet is actually okay.

Honest, warm and beautifully reflective.

👉 Read the full feature now at fleckies.com and discover an artist writing her way through life in real time.

14/04/2026

Some people play music. Others create spaces where you actually feel it.

Karim Bitar sits firmly in that second lane.

From early roots in Middle Eastern sound to curating through , his approach goes way beyond DJing. It’s about context, storytelling and building experiences that ask you to slow down, listen properly and connect with the music on a deeper level.

We get into sonic lectures, vinyl culture, Soho Radio, and how Meet in the MIDI is reshaping what a music event can look like - less consumption, more connection. Thoughtful, intentional and built to last.

With more on the way, including:
📍 MITM DJs at Dream Bags Jaguar Shoes – Fri 24th Apr
📍 Exploring Skepta at The BBE Store – Tues 28th Apr

👉 Read the full feature now at fleckies.com

02/04/2026

Some people make music. Others reshape the space around it.

MINA is doing both.

From her genre-blending sound rooted in global club culture, to building spaces like and creating real access through , this is about more than just what happens on the dancefloor. It’s about who gets to be there, how it feels, and how we open doors for others along the way.

We get into her journey from Oxford to Leeds, early rave influences, collaborations across the globe, and how she’s helping creatives navigate funding, build confidence and actually move forward in the industry. It’s honest, impactful and properly inspiring.

👉 Read the full feature now at fleckies.com

📷 Alex Lambert, Cicely Grace, Lorcan Berg

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