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Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast here at TVD every Thursday.

“For this week’s ROTW we stay in the southern hemisphere for yet another week for some psych grooves courtesy of the best named band in guitars, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard. I’ll be spinning three tracks from I’m In Your Mind Fuzz and you really need to hear this record, one of my faves of 2014!

This week’s #Shellshock is by Rivergazer and it’s called ‘Tai Chi’ and it makes me want to flex my limbs.” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast here at TVD every Thursday.

“My ROTW is from Gorgeous Bully—it’s called Smiling, Laughing and I’ll be playing three tracks on the show today.

This weeks #Shellshock is by Flowers—it’s called ‘Joanna’ and it’s so pretty pretty.

We may also delve into chats about random band names. Today I saw that there’s a band called Mord Fustang that made me chuckle!” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“For this week’s ROTW we head to the southern hemisphere for some funk soul grooves courtesy of Harts. He’s been compared to Prince for a very good reason! I’ll be spinning three tracks from his debut album Daydreamer!

This weeks #Shellshock is by TOTAL CONTROL. It’s called ‘Glass’ and it fills my ears with energy—let’s fill yours with it too!” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“For this week’s ROTW we hurdle across Yorkshire from Sheffield to Leeds to another band I’m rate keen on! They’ve been special to my ears since the first handful of tracks I played on radio—they are Hookworms and their second album The Hum is another incredible release. I’ll be playing three tracks tonight.

This week’s #Shellshock is by Kate Boy. It’s called ‘Open Fire’ and it fills my ears with energy—let’s fill yours with it too!” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“My ROTW is from a Sheffield band that I’m quite keen on! I gave their first single its debut airplay on Amazing Radio and they’ve just released their debut album on Heist Or Hit Records, rejoice for High Hazels! I’ll be spinning three tracks as usual!

This week’s #Shellshock is by Braves, a band from down under and it’s the title track from their latest release Seapunk, and it fills my ears with energy—let’s fill yours with it too!” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“I’m back on air as usual! Today I talked to my Dad about dreams. He wanted to be a professional footballer or cricketer. Whats your dream? It can be as big or as small as you like. We’re going to talk dreams…

My ROTW is by the awesome The Wharves, The Bay—gorgeous harmonies and retro tinged indie pop! Three tracks incoming as per… This week’s #Shellshock is by Elderbrook and it’s called “Could.” It’s a lovely slice of electronica forthcoming on Black Butter Records whose vocals recall alt-J. You’re going to LOVE it.” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“Well, Sunderland has been a mecca for cool eclectic music releases over recent years and the aces Hyde & Beast are back to demonstrate why! New second album, Keep Moving is therefore this weeks ROTW and I’ll be spinning three tracks from it.

Also on the show, I’ll be spinning my #shellshock from Bear In Heaven for you to feast your ears on. It’s going to be all kinds of amazing.” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“After the Award events of last weekend I dragged my slightly shattered self to Carefully Planned Festival and despite my eyes almost seeing double, my ears were in fine fettle. I got to see the awesome Gymnast playing live for the first time, what an absolute treat! I was very fortunate to be given a copy of their new album Wild Fleet which has been glued to my car’s stereo ever since! So, this week’s ROTW is just that!

Need a soul infusion? Like Sharon Jones? Naomi Shelton & The Gospel Queens are here to hit you between the eyes and ears with this weeks #shellshock.

Packed with new musical treats, it’s going to get fresh in the studio with the new jammmmmmms and there is likely to be some Mercury Prize chat too… It’s going to be all kinds of amazing.” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“You know when you hear a band that aren’t in your face, they’re not at all demanding your attention, but they creep into your subconscious until you’re closing your eyes, swaying rhythmically and feeling dreamy? Well, that’s the effect Bear In Heaven have on me! I’m so happy they’re back with new album, Time Is Over One Day Old, so that I can share three of the fabulous tracks with you as my ROTW this week!

I’ve a groovy new tune from The Primitives as this weeks #shellshock—prime your ear for the vibe of the day!

Packed with new musical treats, the newest award winner is going to get fresh in the studio with the new jammmmmmms. It’s going to be all kinds of amazing.” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“A fresh sound from Montreal hits the ground running as this week’s Record Of The Week—TOPS are a four piece that are equal parts girl and boy. Their new record Picture You Staring is a lush piece of woozy pop and I’ll be spinning three tracks from it on tonight’s show.

I’ve also got a hot fashion tip as this weeks #shellshock—”Mom Jeans” by Hey Rocco. Jam packed with fresh new music as always, it’s going to be all kinds of amazing…” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“It’s that time again! I’ve a ROTW from Celebration, the gorgeous Albumin will make your heart bubble with excitement! This weeks #shellshock is from the mysterious Gothenburg collective GOAT who will headlined Liverpool Psychfest recently!” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“It’s that time again! Toronto never sounded so sweet—my ROTW is from Alvvays. The self titled debut will make your skip, hop, and jump!

This weeks #shellshock is from the awesome Oli Bayston, AKA Boxed In. He’s about to embark on his debut tour in support of Teleman. New single “Foot of the Hill” is an absolute groover!” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“I’ve a ROTW from Allah Las who are possibly, maybe my favourite band in the hold wide world! As well as a #shellshock from Circa Waves who are certainly on the ones to watch lists at the moment!” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“On this week’s show my ROTW is Lacuna by CHILDHOOD, a lovely number with some really lovely slow and passionate moments. As usual, I’ll be spinning three tracks!

I’ll also have my #shellshock to share with you! If you haven’t heard from Ballet School it’s called “Cherish,” and is perfect in every way—eighties-ish electronic vibes!” —SZ

Greater Manchester’s most in the know radio host Shell Zenner broadcasts the best new music every week on the UK’s Amazing Radio and Bolton FM. You can also catch Shell’s broadcast right here at TVD, each and every Thursday.

“It’s that time again! I’ve a ROTW from Jessica Lea Mayfield, the gorgeous ‘Make My Head Sing’ will make your heart sing! It’s truly lovely and seems to have been overlooked by many radio people, so let’s rectify this immediately.

This weeks #shellshock is from the London-based but Leicestershire derived OSCA, a band that should be in your ears sharpish!” —SZ