First of our four Local & Live Takeover episodes are ‘The Act’ The Act are a young, award-winning, Alt-rock band from Kent. Winners of the DV247 national songwriting competition, they wowed the guests at the TW Festival & even more so chatting to Nicole & Giles backstage. Having featured already on ITV news, Roger Daltrey (the legendary rock star, frontman of The Who) said The Act “will have a great career ahead of them” and that “they show real musical talent and amazing chemistry”.

 The Act draws from the world of rock, punk, pop, country, hip hop, folk and many other influences to produce a unique sound. Born of natural chemistry their songs and performances belie their age….discovered by ‘How to be in a band’ Founder Jason West, we also got to talk to him personally about his reasons for setting up this inspirational school which helps create & showcase all over kent & beyond….with over 30 years experience in the industry he knows exactly how to help kids of all ages & abilities reach their highest potential & form bands as well as navigating the many obstacles that might throw some off course in our current day & age of music & industry.

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