This is a first for me. I have never reviewed a music documentary before. I was asked by Harvey Springfield, frontman of Nottingham’s alt rock band Hunch Power, to review his music documentary Follow Your Hunches, which he calls a rockumentary.
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of his first live performance, Harvey dives into his DIY music documentary with flashbacks from his early days playing Americana in his hometown to later years as a founding member of London bands such as Man The Lifeboats and Barking Poets.
Sonar Presents are hosting an event called The Music Convention on Saturday 14th November and have invited Harvey to debut his rockumentary and take part in a discussion panel. The event will be held at The Bread & Roses, Clapham.
I love music documentaries, and Harvey’s is no exception. It is so fun and interesting to learn about Harvey and his music, and you can tell he worked hard on making this. It’s shocking to think that he started performing the same year I was born, it’s insane! A true inspiration, he has worked hard for everything he has achieved in these 30 years. He had a vision and he made it happen no matter what. He of course had his struggles, but never gave up and carried on doing what he did best…making music. He shows so much passion about music, learning multiple instruments and founding so many different bands. He also did some solo projects. It is so easy to connect with him, with some moments being really relatable. He has built a strong and supportive community around him and travelled to find the right place to settle. He is truly an inspiration and shows how much hard work can pay off if we all just try!
I am very honoured that I was able to watch this rockumentary and review it. If you are in the area or are able to travel, then please go to the event to watch it. I am gutted I am unable to attend. I will hopefully one day meet Harvey and watch his band Hunch Power live at a gig.
