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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Aug 15

From chart-topping teen prodigy to hook assassin & Hen Hoose powerhouse 💥 AMUNDA’s new single BOOM (from the AmaGroove Global Collaboration Album) proves she’s still got that HENergy. 🔗 Listen now & meet the boss behind the bangers. orcd.co/boom_

Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Aug 15

Sat 30th August, Mackintosh Church, Glasgow

A night to remember and celebrate the extraordinary Beldina Odenyo – Heir of the Cursed. Her posthumous album release concert brings together an incredible line-up to honour her music, her life, and her light. 💜

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Aug 1

“Take a ride on a wave. Wipe out. Keep it real, take it easy, don’t shout.” A shimmering new indie-pop anthem from the Hen Hoose Collective. 🌊 Wipe Out is OUT NOW #WipeOut #HenHoose #TheTwelve #NewMusic

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Jul 29

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Jul 29

🌀 OUT NOW - WIPE OUT the brand new single from Hen Hoose Collective. A joy-fuelled, orchestral indie pop anthem about freedom, play and defiant optimism. 🎤 MALKA, Ray Aggs, Inge Thomson 🎛️ Produced by Susan Bear 💿 Listen, save, share: [link in bio] #WipeOut #HenHoose #TheTwelve #NewMusic #OutNow

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Jul 23

Susan Bear who produced, mix, mastered Wipe Out talks to us about the process of making the single. Hen Hoose is a not-for-profit collective of woman & non-binary artists. 🌀 First single from The Twelve is out 29 July #WipeOut #HenHoose #TheTwelve #BehindTheMusic

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SNACK magazine @snackmag.bsky.social · May 23

Love Grassroots Scottish Music, anyone? 💛

New podcast for your ears

Shares very much appreciated.

Let's grow this together 🌱

@rockactionrecords.scot @malkamakesmusic.bsky.social @henhoose.bsky.social

👂 snackmag.co.uk/podcast

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Carla J Easton @carlajeaston.bsky.social · Jul 17

I'm playing my first full band set in 2 years at Fringe By The Sea.
Sunday 10th August.

New band. New songs. New era begins.

Part of the @henhoose.bsky.social double bill with @malkamakesmusic.bsky.social.
2PM • The Dome • All ages.

Come be part of the beginning x

🎟️ Tickets: fringebythesea.com

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Jul 22

⏳ 1 week to go! The first single from The Twelve drops 29 July. 🎶 ‘Wipe Out’ is all bounce, optimism, and sonic joy. Are you ready? 🎧 Pre-save now #WipeOut #HenHoose #TheTwelve #NewMusic

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Jul 21

Some #BTS moments from our latest Collaborative Community Songwriting Camp! 🎼

Thanks to everyone who came along to share their creativity ✨

Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Jul 17

WIPE OUT is a song full of rhythm, joy, and quiet defiance. 💡 Inspired by connection, laughter, and the magic of making music together, born during a Hen Hoose retreat at Black Bay Studios. 🎧 Out 29 July #WipeOut #HenHoose #TheTwelve #NewMusic

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Jul 15

Hen Hoose is back! Our new single WIPE OUT is a joy-fuelled anthem written during a songwriting retreat on the Isle of Lewis. Featuring: 🎤 MALKA (Tamara Schlesinger) 🎻 Ray Aggs 🎧 Inge Thomson 🛠️ Produced by Susan Bear ✨ 🌀 Out 29 July. Pre-save now! buff.ly/gqvMBNk
#WipeOut #HenHoose #NewMusic

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Jul 10

🥁 SAVE THE DATE! 🥁

We're throwing our next flock session on Thursday 28 August 📆

The topic? How to approach next steps after making music and completing the creative process.

Stay tuned for more information on how to register for your free ticket 🎟️

Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Jun 2

Last chance to apply to our upcoming Marketing Yourself as a DIY Artist half-day workshop! Applications close this Wed 4 June at 10am... 👇

Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · May 16

Following on from the success of our Marketing Yourself as a DIY Artist Flock Session, we are developing this popular topic into a half-day interactive workshop led by @malkamakesmusic.bsky.social & Carla J. Easton at @scottishmusic.bsky.social on Wed 18th June!
Register for free at henhoose.com

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · May 16

Following on from the success of our Marketing Yourself as a DIY Artist Flock Session, we are developing this popular topic into a half-day interactive workshop led by @malkamakesmusic.bsky.social & Carla J. Easton at @scottishmusic.bsky.social on Wed 18th June!
Register for free at henhoose.com

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Apr 23

👀 🌊 🎸 🔜

We are so excited to announce that in May, 12 Hen Hoose artists will be spending a week at Black Bay Studios located in the Outer Hebrides to write and record a brand new album.

Lots of exciting things coming very soon... stay tuned!

📸 Black Bay Studio

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Apr 18

Hen Hoose are thrilled to offer our first community collaborative songwriting camp for female-identifying and non-binary people wanting to join and write with other artists.
The camp will be at Berkeley Studios on Wed 28 May from 10.30am-5pm with a 1 hour lunch-break.
Apply at henhoose.com 🔗

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Apr 17

Applications are NOW OPEN for Cariss Crosbie's Vocal Technique & Stage Presence Workshop.
Cariss is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and member of the Hen Hoose collective. In this half-day workshop, she'll cover vocal health and technique as well as on-stage confidence.
Apply now at henhoose.com

Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Apr 11

We're delighted to announce that applications for the first round of our 2025 free music mentorship scheme, for female-identifying and non-binary people wanting to navigate the world of music, are now open!
Check you meet the criteria below and apply via our website (henhoose.com) by Wed 30 Apr.

Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Apr 9

We've got some exciting announcements coming up this month 🎶 One of which involves this lovely Hen: Cariss Crosbie 👀

More information coming very soon!

Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Apr 7

Applications to our 2025 mentoring scheme open this month 👀
You'll get 4 hours of one-to-one guidance over a 6 month period (either in-person or online) tailored to your experience and skills. We strongly encourage anyone who was unsuccessful last year to re-apply!
More info coming very soon...

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Mar 31

DIY Artists! We still have a few free places for our upcoming flock sessions event all about marketing yourself as a musician/songwriter. Get top tips from leading writers, editors, PRs and musicians on how to get your work out there and grow your profile. 🎟️ buff.ly/ytl6YId

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Mar 28

The brilliant Dan Gautreau is hosting another audio production workshop with us next month and we have 6 free places to fill!
If you identify as Female or Non-Binary, live in Scotland and have experience using a DAW, you could be eligible!
Find out how to apply at henhoose.com > opportunities 🔗

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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Mar 19

Due to popular demand, we've released a second batch of free tickets for our upcoming flock sessions! Learn all about how to market yourself as a DIY artist on Thu 3 April 👇
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Hen Hoose @henhoose.bsky.social · Mar 14

Under 3 weeks to go until our next flock sessions panel! Meet our industry experts Arusa Qureshi, Jenn Nimmo-Smith, Tallah Brash & Elisabeth Elektra who will be sharing their top tips around marketing yourself as a DIY artist! Register for a free ticket at henhoose.com