The Beast, The Band, The Moment: Cardinal Black Conquer KOKO With Soul, Fire, And Timeless Class
It’s a rare thing to witness a band that sounds bigger than the room they’re playing — a band whose sound, emotion, and sheer presence seem to stretch beyond four walls. But that’s exactly what Cardinal Black achieved at KOKO in London's Camden. The Welsh rock-soul...
Queens Of The Stone Age Unearth The Catacombs At London’s Royal Albert Hall
An ominous soundscape of chirping crickets and rumbling synths filled the Royal Albert Hall, a bell tolling through the dark as silhouettes began to move through the aisles. From the shadows emerged Queens Of The Stone Age, sharply suited and swaggering, arriving not...
Hot Water Music Heat Up A Cold Evening At London’s Roundhouse
There are punk shows, and then there are Hot Water Music shows where sweat, heart, and community all melt together into something bigger than just a gig. When the Common Thread Tour rolled into London’s Roundhouse, it wasn’t just another date on the calendar; it felt like a celebration of everything punk rock stands for: passion, honesty, and a damn good sing-along.
The Kooks Announce Huge UK Outdoor Shows For Summer 2026
British indie favourites The Kooks have announced a run of major outdoor concerts for summer 2026, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their era-defining debut album Inside In/Inside Out.
The four-date run will see the band take over some of the UK’s most scenic open-air venues, kicking off at Delamere Forest, Northwich on 17th June, before heading to Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Live at The Piece Hall, Halifax and Bristol Sounds at Canons Marsh Amphitheatre.
The Damned Announce Emotional Tribute Album Not Like Everybody Else Honouring Founding Guitarist Brian James
British punk pioneers The Damned have announced details of their new album Not Like Everybody Else, a powerful collection of covers recorded in tribute to the band’s founding guitarist Brian James, who passed away in March 2025. The album is set for release on 23rd January 2026, marking both a poignant farewell and a full-circle moment for one of the most influential bands in punk history.
The Molotovs Deliver Message Of Hope With Sold-Out Electric Ballroom Show
Rising British rock outfit The Molotovs took over Camden’s Electric Ballroom a sold-out show that cemented their reputation as one of the most exciting young live acts in the country. The gig came just days before the release of their new single Rhythm Of Yourself, out 31st October via Marshall Records, as the teenage sibling duo aim for a remarkable third consecutive UK No.1 physical single.
Courting Share Deluxe Version Of Third Album ‘How To Thread The Needle And Come Out The Other Side To Tell The Story, Or: Lust For Life’
Liverpool four-piece Courting release the deluxe edition of their acclaimed album, How to Thread the Needle and Come Out the Other Side to Tell the Story, Or: ‘Lust for Life’, out now via Lower Third Recordings.
Matthew C. Whitaker Unveils Dreamlike Solo Single ‘Lucid Dreamer’
Best known as the magnetic frontman, guitarist and songwriter for space-rave pioneers HENGE, Matthew C. Whitaker steps into more introspective terrain with his new solo single Lucid Dreamer. A lush, cinematic soundscape, the new solo tune glides between orchestral...
GUV Announces New Album ‘Warmer Than Gold’ – Out 30th January
Guitar pop visionary Ben Cook — formerly known as Young Guv — has announced his new album Warmer Than Gold, set for release on 30th January. The record marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Cook’s long-running project, now simply known as GUV, and arrives with the vibrant lead single Let Your Hands Go.
Sophie Grey. Reimagines ‘Video Killed The Radio Star’ Ahead Of London Dates Supporting Sting
Rising electronic pop artist Sophie Grey. returns with a dazzling new take on Video Killed the Radio Star, reworking the Buggles’ 1979 classic into a lush, synth-driven dreamscape. The single — out now — arrives as Sophie prepares to open for Sting across three London shows later this month as part of her global Middle of October tour.
Foo Fighters Return With Dark New Single ‘Asking For A Friend’ And 2026 North American Stadium Tour
Foo Fighters have returned with Asking For A Friend, a darkly melodic new single that channels both introspection and intensity — and they’re pairing it with the announcement of a massive 2026 North American stadium tour. The new track finds Dave Grohl and company...
Bon Jovi Announce Long-Awaited Global Return With ‘Forever Tour’ — Including London, Dublin & Edinburgh Dates
Global rock icons Bon Jovi are set to make their long-awaited return to the road with the announcement of their 2026 Forever Tour — a series of monumental concerts that will see the band perform across New York, Edinburgh, Dublin, and London, marking their first full-scale live performances in years.
The Nocturnal Affair Return To The UK With Wednesday 13 And The SoapGirls
Las Vegas dark rockers The Nocturnal Affair are set to return to the UK this November, joining Wednesday 13 and The SoapGirls on the Mid Death Crisis UK Tour. Following their triumphant summer run alongside Wednesday 13, Drowning Pool and Max Cavalera’s NAILBOMB, the band are back to deliver their haunting brand of “dark rock” to British audiences once again.
Everyone Says Hi Return With Infectious New Single ‘Communication’ + Announce December Headline Shows
Everyone Says Hi — the new project led by ex-Kaiser Chiefs songwriter and drummer Nick Hodgson — are back with their latest single, Communication. The track marks the band’s first new release since their acclaimed self-titled debut album earlier this year and comes...
Architects Give London’s O2 Arena So Much More Than Whiplash
The O2 Arena is dark. A rumble transforms into what sounds like an air raid siren. Bass drones stab through, in time with bars of light above and below the stage. Shimmers appear further back, casting shadows. Electro beats kick in. Suddenly, just for a moment, the lights and sound cut out; a deep breath before the synths of Elegy begin. Spotlights hit Sam Carter as he starts to sing, the rest of the stage still murky.
MC50 Announce Explosive Live Album ‘10 MORE’ – Out December 5th
Legendary Detroit rock pioneers MC50 – the modern incarnation of the MC5, led by the late founding guitarist Wayne Kramer – have announced a brand-new live album, 10 MORE, set for release on 5th December. The record captures the unrelenting power and political punch of the band’s acclaimed 2018 world tour, which reignited the revolutionary energy that first made the MC5 one of rock’s most radical and influential forces.
EMF, Jesus Jones & Bis Bring Britpop Energy Back To O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
It was a full-on ‘90s Brit legends night at West London’s O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, with three bands who made their mark during the decade proving they’ve still got plenty of spark left. Throw in a few special guests and a crowd that was up for it from the first note, and you’ve got one of those nights that remind you just how much fun live music can be.
Wyatt Flores Brings Honest Heart And Sharp Style To London’s Roundhouse
On a crisp October night at London’s Roundhouse, Wyatt Flores stepped onto the stage to a roaring crowd, his name echoing around the vaulted room with a force that surprised even him. Supporting 49 Winchester on their UK run, the Oklahoma-born singer-songwriter might technically have been the opener, but from the reaction that greeted him, it was clear many had come just as much for Wyatt.
