The Station: Keeping Newbury’s Live Music Scene Thriving

The Station are already a familiar name across Newbury’s music scene, and their recent appearance on Kate’s Saturday Showcase was a reminder of exactly why. With a packed gig schedule, a strong local following and a clear passion for what they do, they continue to be one of the area’s standout bands.

The band, made up of Louie, Dylan and Morgan, joined the show to talk about their music, influences and what keeps them busy on the local circuit.

Describing their sound is not something they overcomplicate. “People always ask us that and we say indie rock and roll,” they explained. “We’re not signed to anyone, we’re just doing our own thing. It’s a full DIY effort.” Drawing inspiration from artists like The Beatles, The Stones and Elvis, their music blends classic influences with their own independent approach.

Each member brings something slightly different musically, which shapes their overall sound. “We all come from a different place musically… but we all cross over with The Beatles and The Stones,” they said. That mix of influences, from early rock and roll through to 60s and 70s styles, comes together to form something recognisably their own.

While recording is important, it is clear that live performance is where the band really comes into their own. “We love playing live, it’s just the best thing ever,” they said. Having played hundreds of gigs, they have built their reputation through experience, constantly refining their sound on stage. Capturing that same energy in the studio remains an ongoing challenge, but one they are continuing to work on.

Their live shows are as much about community as they are about music. Whether it is inviting other musicians to join them on stage or bringing together friends and fellow artists, there is a strong sense of connection running through everything they do. Reflecting on a recent gig at The Monument, they said, “we like to get a lot of our friends together… it’s a nice kind of community feel to it. It’s all just about everyone having a nice time.”

That community spirit extends beyond their own performances. The band are heavily involved in supporting and celebrating the wider local music scene, giving shoutouts to artists and initiatives across the area. They also organise their own event, the Hop Hog Festival in Hungerford, now heading into its fifth year. “It’s two days, totally free… we get about 20 bands in, all different styles,” they explained. Taking place at The Plume, it has become a key date in the local music calendar.

Alongside performing, the band are constantly writing and developing new material. “We’ve been writing a lot recently… and the next plan is to start getting this stuff recorded whilst it’s still kind of fresh,” they said. With hints of a future EP or album, there is a clear sense that they are moving into their next phase.

Their newer material also reflects a growing range in style and subject matter. One recent track tackles emotional openness, challenging the idea that people should hide how they feel. “There’s a bit of a culture now where people feel like they have to bottle up their emotions… so we wrote that song to show that don’t be afraid to cry.”

That willingness to explore both high energy rock and more reflective moments gives their live sets a real sense of movement. “We’ve got more variety in our sound than ever… you can have all the big rocking ones and then pull it right down,” they said. It is this balance that keeps audiences engaged and coming back for more.

With regular gigs across the region, new music on the way and a continued commitment to the local scene, The Station show no signs of slowing down. They may already be one of Newbury’s most recognisable bands, but it feels like there is still plenty more to come.

You can listen again to the full interview and hear their tracks via Mixcloud from 1 hour 6 minutes in:
https://www.mixcloud.com/kennetradio/kates-saturday-showcase-21st-march-2026/