CategoriesREVIEWS Kendal Calling ’26: The Review Posted onAugust 10, 2026August 10, 2026 One of Kendal Calling’s greatest strengths is its support for emerging and grassroots artists. The Calling Out stage is a … Continue ReadingKendal Calling ’26: The Review
CategoriesLIVE REVIEWS Photography Pitbull turns Roundhay Park into one giant celebration at Leeds’ biggest summer party | Gig Review & Gallery Posted onJuly 6, 2026July 16, 2026 From the moment the gates opened on Friday, thousands of fans had gone full-on in embracing the now-iconic Pitbull look. … Continue ReadingPitbull turns Roundhay Park into one giant celebration at Leeds’ biggest summer party | Gig Review & Gallery
CategoriesLIVE REVIEWS REVIEWS Pevova Blur the Line Between Dream-Pop and Chaos – Live at Manchester’s New Century Hall Posted onMay 27, 2026May 27, 2026 Pevova produced an immersive yet eerie atmosphere right away. Their sound alternated between the harsher textures of alternative rock and … Continue ReadingPevova Blur the Line Between Dream-Pop and Chaos – Live at Manchester’s New Century Hall
CategoriesREVIEWS Barcelona’s incredible summer festival ‘Cruïlla Festival’ is back for their 2026 edition! Posted onMay 22, 2026May 23, 2026 The 16th edition of Cruïlla is set to bring another huge summer celebration to Barcelona, with an eclectic line-up spanning … Continue ReadingBarcelona’s incredible summer festival ‘Cruïlla Festival’ is back for their 2026 edition!
CategoriesNEWS In The Park Presents: Wolf Alice, Lewis Capaldi & more! Posted onMay 18, 2026May 20, 2026 Following a hugely successful debut at its new home in Exhibition Park, In the Park Newcastle is set to return … Continue ReadingIn The Park Presents: Wolf Alice, Lewis Capaldi & more!
CategoriesLIVE REVIEWS Photography MELANIE C LIVE AT MANCHESTER ACADEMY 2 – PHOTO GALLERY Posted onMay 8, 2026May 8, 2026 Before she became Mel C of the Spice Girls, Melanie Chisholm was discovering rave culture in the early ’90s, an experience that still … Continue ReadingMELANIE C LIVE AT MANCHESTER ACADEMY 2 – PHOTO GALLERY
CategoriesALBUM REVIEWS REVIEWS Nxdia’s ‘Lovemesick’ Is a Fever Dream of Obsession, Euphoria and Collapse | EP Review Posted onApril 23, 2026April 23, 2026 The EP unfolds like a tightly wound spiral; each track digs deeper into the psychology of obsession, intimacy, and emotional … Continue ReadingNxdia’s ‘Lovemesick’ Is a Fever Dream of Obsession, Euphoria and Collapse | EP Review
CategoriesREVIEWS NXDIA drops their latest single “Cool” | Single Review Posted onFebruary 6, 2026February 6, 2026 NXDIA, the UK-based alt-pop artist of Egyptian-Sudanese descent, has made a striking return with their latest track “Cool.” This compelling … Continue ReadingNXDIA drops their latest single “Cool” | Single Review
CategoriesLIVE REVIEWS Photography REVIEWS WOLF ALICE KICK OFF THEIR ARENA TOUR IN MANCHESTER – 28.09 Posted onDecember 8, 2025December 8, 2025 Wolf Alice kicked off their first UK arena tour at the AO Arena in Manchester, which was the biggest venue … Continue ReadingWOLF ALICE KICK OFF THEIR ARENA TOUR IN MANCHESTER – 28.09
CategoriesREVIEWS Live At Leeds: In The City | Preview Posted onNovember 8, 2025November 15, 2025 Since launching in 2007, Live at Leeds has grown into one of the UK’s most influential festivals for new music … Continue ReadingLive At Leeds: In The City | Preview
CategoriesLIVE REVIEWS Photography REVIEWS Pale Waves return to their beloved Manchester on their ‘Still Smitten’ tour | Live Review Posted onNovember 1, 2025November 7, 2025 One of Manchester’s most distinctive and beloved bands, the ever-enigmatic Pale Waves, returned home to deliver a triumphant night that … Continue ReadingPale Waves return to their beloved Manchester on their ‘Still Smitten’ tour | Live Review
CategoriesREVIEWS THERMOMETER – BENNETTISCOMING FT. SNOOPY, SINGLE REVIEW Posted onJuly 31, 2025July 30, 2025 Originating from Manchester’s vibrant queer music scene, Bennettiscoming’s sound is strongly influenced by R&B’s expressive vocal heritage, emotional sensitivity, and … Continue ReadingTHERMOMETER – BENNETTISCOMING FT. SNOOPY, SINGLE REVIEW
CategoriesNEWS REVIEWS BLUDFEST 2025 PREVIEW Posted onMay 19, 2025 The highly anticipated second year of the critically acclaimed festival curated by rapidly rising superstar YUNGBLUD will take place at … Continue ReadingBLUDFEST 2025 PREVIEW
CategoriesREVIEWS THE GUEST LIST + FLORENTENES LIVE AT SUNFLOWER LOUNGE BIRM, 06.03.25 Posted onMarch 18, 2025 The Guest List came to The Sunflower Lounge for their Birmingham show, bringing Florentenes as support. These two Manchester-based indie … Continue ReadingTHE GUEST LIST + FLORENTENES LIVE AT SUNFLOWER LOUNGE BIRM, 06.03.25
CategoriesREVIEWS THE DARE ANNOUNCES FURTHER UK AND EU TOUR DATES Posted onFebruary 26, 2025 In celebration of his debut album, What’s Wrong With New York?, The Dare will perform at New Century in Manchester … Continue ReadingTHE DARE ANNOUNCES FURTHER UK AND EU TOUR DATES
CategoriesREVIEWS THE DONNYS: THE MAILING LIST – SINGLE REVIEW Posted onFebruary 22, 2025February 22, 2025 Irish rock band, The Donnys, have always thrived on raw energy, and their latest single, The Mailing List, is no … Continue ReadingTHE DONNYS: THE MAILING LIST – SINGLE REVIEW
CategoriesPhotography REVIEWS IST IST HEADLINE NEW CENTURY HALL, MANCHESTER: 19.10.24 – PHOTO SHOWCASE Posted onNovember 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Below are some high-quality photographs of IST IST’s headline show at Manchester’s New Century Hall; with support from Rude Films … Continue ReadingIST IST HEADLINE NEW CENTURY HALL, MANCHESTER: 19.10.24 – PHOTO SHOWCASE
CategoriesLIVE REVIEWS REVIEWS ACCESS CREATIVE COLLEGE: RETRO BAR SHOWCASE – LIVE REVIEW Posted onOctober 18, 2024October 18, 2024 On Wednesday, October 16th, I had the amazing opportunity to review and photograph the showcase gig for Access Creative College … Continue ReadingACCESS CREATIVE COLLEGE: RETRO BAR SHOWCASE – LIVE REVIEW
CategoriesREVIEWS FEAR OF MARKO: ‘MOOD RING’ – SINGLE REVIEW Posted onOctober 4, 2024October 4, 2024 Fear of Marko, a Manchester based Alt-Pop artist released their new single ‘Mood Ring’ on October 2nd. This single comes … Continue ReadingFEAR OF MARKO: ‘MOOD RING’ – SINGLE REVIEW
CategoriesLIVE REVIEWS REVIEWS LIVE REVIEW: iMEP MUSIC FESTIVAL FEATURING JESS GLYNNE & MORE Posted onSeptember 28, 2024September 28, 2024 On the 21st of September 2024, Accrington hosted the highly successful iMEP Music Festival, marking a significant milestone for the … Continue ReadingLIVE REVIEW: iMEP MUSIC FESTIVAL FEATURING JESS GLYNNE & MORE
CategoriesALBUM REVIEWS REVIEWS THE KITES: ‘HEADLIGHTS’ – EP REVIEW Posted onJuly 18, 2024February 16, 2025 Recognised by BBC Introducing Yorkshire & Leeds radio, The Kites are an emerging band that have been making waves in … Continue ReadingTHE KITES: ‘HEADLIGHTS’ – EP REVIEW
CategoriesINTERVIEWS REVIEWS ISSUE FOUR: CELEBRATING PRIDE MONTH WITH… Posted onJune 30, 2024July 29, 2024 Feather Trade – US-based band Interview with Chisolm Thompson – vocals & guitar!How do you think the music industry can … Continue ReadingISSUE FOUR: CELEBRATING PRIDE MONTH WITH…
CategoriesINTERVIEWS NEWS REVIEWS ISSUE THREE: CELEBRATING PRIDE MONTH WITH… Posted onJune 29, 2024July 29, 2024 The Menstrual Cramps – Bristol-based Band, They/She/He We are a queer punk band, based in Bristol. We are composed of … Continue ReadingISSUE THREE: CELEBRATING PRIDE MONTH WITH…
CategoriesLIVE REVIEWS REVIEWS TAYLOR SWIFT & PARAMORE: ERAS TOUR 100TH SHOW, LIVERPOOL | LIVE REVIEW Posted onJune 23, 2024June 23, 2024 Paramore The much-anticipated show of Paramore, (as Taylor Swift’s support act) got off to a slightly delayed start, beginning after 6:30 … Continue ReadingTAYLOR SWIFT & PARAMORE: ERAS TOUR 100TH SHOW, LIVERPOOL | LIVE REVIEW
CategoriesREVIEWS ISSUE TWO: CELEBRATING PRIDE WITH… Posted onJune 20, 2024July 29, 2024 Uninvited – Scottish Band, They/She Did you have any musical LGBTQ inspirations growing up and do you have any now? … Continue ReadingISSUE TWO: CELEBRATING PRIDE WITH…
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS PALE WAVES SHARE ‘PERFUME’ ALONGSIDE ‘SMITTEN’ ALBUM ANNOUNCEMENT Posted onJune 13, 2024July 29, 2024 Pale Waves have just released their latest single and music video for Perfume, along with the exciting news of their … Continue ReadingPALE WAVES SHARE ‘PERFUME’ ALONGSIDE ‘SMITTEN’ ALBUM ANNOUNCEMENT
CategoriesINTERVIEWS REVIEWS ISSUE ONE: CELEBRATING PRIDE MONTH WITH… Posted onJune 7, 2024July 29, 2024 Divina de Campo – Drag Queen, They/She/He Did you have any musical LGBTQ inspirations growing up and do you have … Continue ReadingISSUE ONE: CELEBRATING PRIDE MONTH WITH…
CategoriesALBUM REVIEWS REVIEWS RISING INDIE-POP STAR, ABBY ROBERTS UNVEILS LATEST EP ‘OBSCURA’ | REVIEW Posted onMay 27, 2024February 16, 2025 Indie-pop sensation, Abby Roberts is back with her highly anticipated EP, obscura. The new EP firmly establishes her as a … Continue ReadingRISING INDIE-POP STAR, ABBY ROBERTS UNVEILS LATEST EP ‘OBSCURA’ | REVIEW
CategoriesALBUM REVIEWS REVIEWS A.G. COOK: “BRITPOP” ALBUM REVIEW Posted onMay 17, 2024July 29, 2024 In his latest studio album, the British producer demonstrates a profound admiration for PC Music across three distinct discs that … Continue ReadingA.G. COOK: “BRITPOP” ALBUM REVIEW
CategoriesALBUM REVIEWS ALL REVIEWS REVIEWS NELL MESCAL SHARES NEW EP: ‘CAN I MISS IT FOR A MINUTE?’ | REVIEW Posted onMay 9, 2024July 29, 2024 Nell Mescal’s potential for worldwide stardom is unmistakable. In a remarkably short time, the talented Irish singer-songwriter has gone from … Continue ReadingNELL MESCAL SHARES NEW EP: ‘CAN I MISS IT FOR A MINUTE?’ | REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS LEIGH-ANNE: ‘FORBIDDEN FRUIT’ REVIEW Posted onMay 3, 2024July 29, 2024 Forbidden Fruit is Leigh-Anne‘s fourth solo-single, This new song is a follow-up from her debut solo single Don’t Say Love … Continue ReadingLEIGH-ANNE: ‘FORBIDDEN FRUIT’ REVIEW
CategoriesLIVE REVIEWS COMPLETE CONTROL LIVE @ THE ARDEN INN Posted onApril 29, 2024June 3, 2024 Complete Control headlined a very special St George’s Day gig at The Arden Inn on the 20th of April. Complete … Continue ReadingCOMPLETE CONTROL LIVE @ THE ARDEN INN
CategoriesALBUM REVIEWS ALL REVIEWS REVIEWS MICHAEL ALDAG: “SORRY FOR EVERYTHING” ALBUM REVIEW Posted onApril 22, 2024April 23, 2024 Michael Aldag, a 22-year-old musician and comedian from West Kirby, has been creating quite a buzz in the UK entertainment … Continue ReadingMICHAEL ALDAG: “SORRY FOR EVERYTHING” ALBUM REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS NANDINI NAYAR: “NEGLECTED” SONG REVIEW Posted onApril 18, 2024April 18, 2024 Nandini Nayar, an 18-year-old singer-songwriter from Birmingham, burst onto the music scene with her debut track Thoughts, in October 2022. … Continue ReadingNANDINI NAYAR: “NEGLECTED” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS PERRIE: “FORGET ABOUT US” SONG REVIEW Posted onApril 14, 2024April 14, 2024 As she embarks on her solo career, Perrie has dropped her surname and released her first song, Forget About Us, … Continue ReadingPERRIE: “FORGET ABOUT US” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS FEAR OF MARKO: “TEETH” SONG REVIEW Posted onApril 10, 2024April 10, 2024 FEAR OF MARKO debuts as a boundary-breaking artist, bringing a much-needed breath of fresh air to the current alternative and … Continue ReadingFEAR OF MARKO: “TEETH” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS CHAPPELL ROAN: “GOOD LUCK, BABE!” REVIEW Posted onApril 9, 2024July 29, 2024 Chappell Roan has recently returned to the music scene with her latest single, Good Luck, Babe! This release follows after … Continue ReadingCHAPPELL ROAN: “GOOD LUCK, BABE!” REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS CHARLI XCX: ‘CLUB CLASSICS / B2B’ REVIEW Posted onApril 7, 2024July 29, 2024 Charli XCX has just dropped two new singles, Club Classics and B2b, as a preview of her upcoming sixth album, … Continue ReadingCHARLI XCX: ‘CLUB CLASSICS / B2B’ REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS DOOGLE: “STRAW” SONG REVIEW Posted onApril 5, 2024April 5, 2024 Doogle are a grassroots folk indie band led by 16-year-old Joe Robinson, who hails from Huddersfield. Joe released his debut … Continue ReadingDOOGLE: “STRAW” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS LEIGH-ANNE: “STEALIN’ LOVE” SONG REVIEW Posted onMarch 29, 2024July 29, 2024 Leigh-Anne Pinnock unveiled her latest single, Stealin’ Love, on 28th March, marking the third release since she embarked on her … Continue ReadingLEIGH-ANNE: “STEALIN’ LOVE” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS NIA ARCHIVES: “UNFINISHED BUSINESS” SONG REVIEW Posted onMarch 23, 2024March 28, 2024 “Unfinished Business” is the latest release from Nia Archives, This track joins the previously released “Crowded Roomz” and the titular … Continue ReadingNIA ARCHIVES: “UNFINISHED BUSINESS” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS HOZIER: “UNHEARD” EP REVIEW Posted onMarch 22, 2024July 29, 2024 After teasing fans with a sneak peek of a sketchbook on social media last week, Hozier has dropped his latest … Continue ReadingHOZIER: “UNHEARD” EP REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS SHADE: “BREAK OUT” SONG REVIEW Posted onMarch 15, 2024March 25, 2024 The talented musicians of SHADE, hailing from the bustling city of Manchester, have unveiled their latest track today, ‘Break Out.’ … Continue ReadingSHADE: “BREAK OUT” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALBUM REVIEWS REVIEWS TRAMPOLENE: “RULES OF LOVE AND WAR” ALBUM REVIEW Posted onMarch 11, 2024March 25, 2024 Trampolene, the prolific rockers from South Wales, have released their fourth album, “Rules of Love & War”. Upon listening to … Continue ReadingTRAMPOLENE: “RULES OF LOVE AND WAR” ALBUM REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS ABBY ROBERTS ft. RE6CE: “LOSE MYSELF IN YOU” Posted onMarch 10, 2024March 10, 2024 Reflecting on the inspiration behind the song, Abby shared, “lose myself in you” delves into the complexities of seeking distractions … Continue ReadingABBY ROBERTS ft. RE6CE: “LOSE MYSELF IN YOU”
CategoriesNEWS 10 FEMALE ARTISTS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN 2024 Posted onMarch 8, 2024 Happy International Women’s Day! Here are ten hot-right-now female artists that are definitely worth keeping an eye on in 2024 … Continue Reading10 FEMALE ARTISTS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN 2024
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS CAMENS: “CONFETTI & KALASHNIKOVS” SONG REVIEW Posted onMarch 4, 2024 Camens, the electrifying indie-pop band originating from Stoke-On-Trent, are gearing up for their highly anticipated album, WORK/LIFE/BALANCE. In an attempt … Continue ReadingCAMENS: “CONFETTI & KALASHNIKOVS” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS CHARLI XCX: “VON DUTCH” SONG REVIEW Posted onFebruary 29, 2024 “I was born to make dance music.. I came from the clubs.. xcx6 is the album I’ve always wanted to … Continue ReadingCHARLI XCX: “VON DUTCH” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesNEWS COURTNEY LOVE TEASES HOLE REUNION ‘LATER’ Posted onFebruary 29, 2024 Billie Joe Armstrong, frontman of Green Day, surprised fans with a special pop-up show in London with his cover band, … Continue ReadingCOURTNEY LOVE TEASES HOLE REUNION ‘LATER’
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS THE KITES: “HELLO” SONG REVIEW Posted onFebruary 28, 2024March 28, 2024 OUR SONG OF THE WEEK! The Kites‘ latest offering, “Hello,” showcases a zenith of their musical prowess. It’s a vibrant … Continue ReadingTHE KITES: “HELLO” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS BAD SOUNDS: “ESCAPING FROM A VIOLENT TIME” SONG REVIEW Posted onFebruary 25, 2024February 28, 2024 After the Grammy-nominated duo, Bad Sounds made a thrilling return with their EP Escaping from A Violent Time, Vol.3, and … Continue ReadingBAD SOUNDS: “ESCAPING FROM A VIOLENT TIME” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN: “SHOWTIME” SONG REVIEW Posted onFebruary 22, 2024February 28, 2024 Finally, the wait is over. After a lengthy 5 year wait for new music and then disbanding for a couple … Continue ReadingCATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN: “SHOWTIME” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS SHABBAH: “I QUITE FANCY YOU” SONG REVIEW Posted onFebruary 20, 2024February 28, 2024 Ever since they burst onto the music scene in 2022, the sensational four-piece band has been captivating audiences with their … Continue ReadingSHABBAH: “I QUITE FANCY YOU” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS CRAWLERS: “THE MESS WE SEEM TO MAKE” ALBUM REVIEW Posted onFebruary 17, 2024February 28, 2024 The highly anticipated album, ‘The Mess We Seem To Make’, by Crawlers, has finally arrived, and it exceeds all expectations. … Continue ReadingCRAWLERS: “THE MESS WE SEEM TO MAKE” ALBUM REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS THE KITES: “DRUNK IN JAPAN” SONG REVIEW Posted onFebruary 16, 2024February 28, 2024 It’s amazing to see how The Kites, a group of young and dynamic individuals from Leeds, are making strides in … Continue ReadingTHE KITES: “DRUNK IN JAPAN” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS REVIEWS GREY MARE: “KEVIN” SONG REVIEW Posted onFebruary 15, 2024February 28, 2024 The Manchester-based alternative rock band, Grey Mare have made waves with their second release, following the success of their debut … Continue ReadingGREY MARE: “KEVIN” SONG REVIEW
CategoriesALL REVIEWS NEWS REVIEWS 15 FEMALE FRONTED BANDS YOU NEED TO LISTEN TO Posted onFebruary 13, 2024February 28, 2024 The four-piece band, Wolf Alice, has established themselves as a notable force in the music industry. Their exceptional musical skills … Continue Reading15 FEMALE FRONTED BANDS YOU NEED TO LISTEN TO
