Meet Our New Music Researcher: Laura Bell

What brings you to Decibel, Laura?

Looking to meet people in the music industry.

Are you involved in the music industry outside of this internship?

I compose contemporary classical music as well as music for film. Currently awaiting scenes of a feature film about Hannah More that I will compose the music for.

What was the first record/CD/music you ever bought?

Rolling Stones

What’s the last record/CD/music you bought?

Redtenbacher Funkestra – Concubine Chronicles

What are some of your favourite musicians/bands/acts?

Nina Simone, Red Priest, Queen, Dire Straits, Led Zepplin, Fairport Convention, Prodigy… Beardyman is AMAZING… The list goes on!

Where do you discover much of your music?

Friends recommendations, events

What’s the last gig you went to?

606 Jazz Club – RB Funkestra

If you are a festival goer, what was your best or worst festival experience?

Only been to the Edinburgh festival, which is always fantastic!

What’s your favourite music/concert venue?

The Albert Hall – Stunning!

Do you play an instrument?

Recorder, Clarinet, Piano and Voice

Mac or PC? MAC

iTunes, Spotify, Grooveshark or Last FM?

iTunes/Last FM

X-Factor or Strictly Come Dancing?

Oh Dear… Really? Strictly come dancing!

Tea or coffee? And how do like it?

Herbal Tea – Strong!

What is your ambition?

I would like to compose music for film

Any words of wisdom, or thoughts to live by?

Smile and you will feel happy!

Thanks, Laura. Welcome to Decibel!

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