Albums of the Year 2024
What a year it’s been for music! We’ve had everything, from an Oasis reunion to a ‘Brat’ summer,…
The Snuts – O2 Academy, Bristol
On a rainy Sunday evening, the sold-out O2 Academy Bristol was buzzing with anticipation as The Snuts - Jack Cochrane on vocals and guitar, Joe McGillveray on guitar, Callum Wilson on bass and Jordan Mackay on drums - brought their signature dynamic energy and emotional lyricism to the stage.
Wunderhorse – O2 Institute, Birmingham
Wunderhorse graced the second show of their UK tour at Birmingham’s O2 Institute with the confidence of seasoned pros, largely thanks to their fearless leader: Jacob Slater. Slater’s gutsy performance showcased him not only as a musician but as a well-rounded performer. The crowd hung on his every move. His musical endeavors, including his work with Dead Pretties and his solo album Pinky I Love You, have culminated in what I think is Slater's best work with Wunderhorse and their 2024 album, Midas.
Victorious Festival 2024
The Hampshire coast has once again welcomed the return of Victorious Festival, which continues to cement itself as…
Nile Rodgers & CHIC – Southampton Summer Sessions
With the sun setting behind Southampton Guildhall, a summer Sunday evening was transformed by the sound of Disco. With the sunshine, Deco and Sophie Ellis-Bextor warming up the crowd superbly, the crowd were eager for the headliners.
Primavera Sound 2024
Day 1 Review Primavera Sound 2024 kicked off with an eclectic mix of performances, each bringing a unique…
Review: Richard Hawley – In This City They Call You Love
Fans of the sometime Pulp guitarist who have followed his solo career in the twenty ten years or so will find a Richard Hawley they are very familiar with on his new album, his ninth, In This City They Call You Love. He lays down dollops of reverb on both his voice and his guitar, sounding at times like a lower-pitched Roy Orbison or a less twangy Duane Eddy. Hawley loves his 50s and 60s ballads and he reworks a well-worn song structure, without really adding anything modern.
Review: Big Special – Postindustrial Hometown Blues
On occasion there comes an album that speaks to the times, resembles the present moment and captures the emotions of a generation. ‘Post Industrial Hometown Blues’ does exactly that, it gives the words to describe the shared malaise, the perils of precarity, daily drudgery and pharmacological escapism.
Preview: Primavera Sound 2024
Since its inception in 2001, Primavera Sound has been a beacon of live music, continuously evolving and shaping the cultural landscape of Barcelona. Over the years, the festival has grown from a modest one-day event in Poble Espanyol to a globally recognised extravaganza, firmly establishing itself as a cornerstone of the city's vibrant music scene . After a two-year COVID-19 hiatus, Primavera Sound roared back in 2022 for its 20th-anniversary celebration. Now, in 2024, the festival gears up for its 22nd edition.
Night Currents Festival to arrive in Portsmouth
Night Currents Festival is a brand new music event coming to Portsmouth on Saturday the 7th of October, showcasing the UK’s most exciting established and rising talent. Ten acts will storm the South Coast to play across 2 stages at Portsmouth's iconic music venue The Wedgewood Rooms and The Edge of The Wedge, with zero clashes between artists.