Beck Is Transcendent With The BBC Concert Orchestra At The Royal Albert Hall
“I sorta dug through all my songs that had strings on them. Usually how it goes is they kinda just do strings on top of the hits, but these were actually strings on all the records” Beck David Hansen states part way through what is, a truly magical evening of music, departing from the norm and going with his gut, in true Beck style.
Courting Deliver Their Lust For Life Live At Oslo Hackney
I’m at the back of the near 400 capacity first floor live space at Hackney’s Oslo. Iggy Pop’s seminal Lust For Life come overs the PA and the crowd swells. Partly of the same name, Courting released their third album a month ago. Full of creative idiosyncrasies and...
Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Deliver A Thunderous ‘Doozy Of A Set’ At Wedgewood Rooms
Any band staging a ‘Headbanger of the Night’ competition during their set, must have plans to make a heck of a lot of noise, and heavy stoner metallers Pigs x7 do not disappoint. Or as frontman Matthew Baty shamelessly introduces the band “from Newcastle-upon-Tyne,...
Mumford & Sons Deliver An Intimate Outing Of Rushmere At Pryzm
It's been a beat since Mumford & Sons were everywhere. From their emergence in 2007 and breakthrough debut Sign No More in 2009 until 2018's fourth LP Delta, it was hard to escape their jangly, not always radio-friendly (Little Lion Man I'm looking at you!)...
Crymwav Bring American Carnage To London
Heavy rock and the Cart and Horses are the perfect combination: after all, the historic East London bar is well known as the birthplace of Iron Maiden. So, when dirty LA rockers Crymwav (crime wave) roll into town, you know that the basement of an iconic rock bar is...
The Pale White And Lizzie Esau Captivate The Hackney Audience At Oslo
The Pale White are making big waves in the UK music scene right now. The Newcastle based rock trio known for their gritty indie rock sound and catchy riff driven tunes are going from strength to strength and are quickly becoming the hot ticket for the Indie kids and rock lovers alike. And when they graced the stage at the uber cool Oslo in Hackney with support from the incredible Lizzie Esau and Hot Stamp they were on fire!
Loreen Dazzles Beyond Eurovision Magic At London’s Hammersmith Apollo
Swedish pop superstar Loreen’s long-awaited return to London saw her grace the stage at London’s famous Hammersmith Apollo for a night of transcendent vocals, ethereal visuals, and emotionally charged performances. The sold-out crowd, buzzing with anticipation, was treated to a carefully curated setlist that spanned her career, blending cinematic ballads with euphoric dance anthems.
Avalanche Party Bring Their ‘Dream…’ Post-Punk Show To Portsmouth
At Portsmouth’s Edge Of The Wedge, Yorkshire garage post-punks Avalanche Party look and sound as though they have a broader vision than the small venue will allow, and tonight put on a performance as though there were thousands who couldn’t be there.
Jet Fuel Rock’N’Roll With The Hillbilly Moon Explosion And The Zipheads In London
Tucked away under Oxford Street, the 100 Club feels like a terribly kept secret, the venue you’d miss if you strode past too quickly that holds a place in the hearts of so many. It’s the perfect location for two bands who share that enigmatic status: if you know, you...
Zakk Sabbath Deliver A Tribute To The Prince Of Darkness At O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to witness Black Sabbath’s iconic riffs brought to life with a new level of intensity, look no further than Zakk Sabbath, a tribute band led by the legendary Zakk Wylde - the man recruited into Sabbath frontman Ozzy...
The Darkness Leave Their Home County Toasted At Second Ipswich Regent Theatre Show
This should have been the first gig of the tour for renowned rockers The Darkness, but their return to their home county sold out so quickly that Ipswich Regent was blessed with two nights. The venue was packed on both nights with an eager crowd. With their new album...
SOFT PLAY Cheer Up London At Village Underground For BRITs Week 25 For War Child
BRITs Week 25, delivered by DHL for War Child delivers unique shows by some of the most exciting names in music in intimate venues across the UK. London’s Village Underground saw punk rawness and catharsis in a memorable show from Kent duo SOFT PLAY.
Bradley Simpson Delivers A Nearly-Hometown Triumph Filled With Charm, Emotion, And Anthemic Moments
Bradley Simpson returned to the stage at Coventry’s HMV Empire, delivering an electrifying and intimate set that felt like a homecoming before his full tour kicks off in May. While not quite Birmingham, Coventry is close enough to count as a near-hometown show, and you could feel the warmth and excitement from both Simpson and the crowd throughout the night.
Beth Hart Live At Warwick Arts Centre – A Night Of Raw Emotion And Fiery Soul
Beth Hart is a force of nature. Anyone who has seen her perform knows that she doesn’t just sing—she pours every ounce of her soul into each note, transforming the stage into a place of catharsis, passion, and deep connection. Last night at Warwick Arts Centre, Hart delivered a powerhouse performance that left the audience electrified, proving once again why she is one of the most captivating live performers in blues-rock today.
Pantera At BP Pulse Live Arena – A Night Of Unrelenting Power
Pantera stormed into BP Pulse Live Arena with the force of a wrecking ball, delivering a set packed with unrelenting energy, crushing riffs, and pure metal fury. With a setlist that spanned their most iconic tracks, the night was a triumphant return to the stage for one of metal’s most legendary names. Fans old and new were treated to a performance that honoured Pantera’s Dimebag and Vinnie Paul’s legacy while cementing their status as one of the most influential heavy metal bands of all time.
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