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Photo Review: BBC Radio 2 in the Park
A weekend to remember, full of singing, dancing, laughter and all-around good time! The vibes were just right in Highlands Park, Chelmsford, and the sun got the message, too!
Jake Vaadeland & The Sturgeon River Boys – Papillion, Southampton
Taking to the stage at Papillon alongside his band The Sturgeon River Boys, Jake donned his blue fringed jacket and opened the ‘program’ with Father’s Son, the Johnny Cash-esc song from his 2024 album, Retro Man.
Victorious Festival 2025 – Review
Victorious Festival struck a perfect balance between indie edge and family-friendly charm. Set against the picturesque Southsea seafront, the festival’s three days were bathed in uninterrupted sunshine, a postcard-perfect backdrop that enhanced the vibrancy of the performances and coastal festival vibes.
The Enemy – O2 Academy Bournemouth
After several rescheduled dates due to band and crew illnesses, The Enemy finally made it to Bournemouth - and it was definitely worth the wait. In a gesture that speaks volumes, the band put this show on for free, and the result was a night charged with nostalgia, the highest of energy and a sense of celebration.
Coldplay – Wembley Stadium
One of the most celebrated bands in the world reaffirms their legendary status with a breathtaking stadium spectacle that proves why they reign among rock’s finest live acts
Fontaines D.C. – Wythenshawe Park
Fontaines D.C. are, without a doubt, one of the finest bands performing today. They also represent a modern-day pinnacle of the Irish music scene, alongside other giants like KNEECAP, who put their heart and soul into the revival of Irish culture and language.
Oasis – Wembley Stadium
Oasis are the band that started my real love for indie / rock n roll, the first band that I found for myself or the one that found me in the mid 90’s as I was about to head into secondary school and one that have soundtracked my life ever since. The band that has seen me through a myriad of all different times, yet the music has always been there in those moments of celebration and also times of need.
Idles: Block Party – Queen Square, Bristol
Queen Square was packed to its edges for the band’s biggest hometown show to date. This was more than just a gig; it felt like a communal release. A celebration of where the band came from, and how far they’ve pushed things without losing that original urgency.
Truck Festival 2025
Truck Festival returned to Oxfordshire this weekend, drawing crowds back to Hill Farm for another four days of live music and festival spirit.
Now a well-established staple of the UK’s summer music calendar, Truck once again showcased a vibrant lineup spanning indie rock, pop, and alternative genres. True to tradition, the British weather kept things unpredictable at times, but that didn't stop festivalgoers, known affectionately as Truckers, from turning out in force for another memorable year of the beloved event.
Tapestry Festival – Review
A genre-spanning lineup of musicians helped ‘weave the Sounds of the World’ at Southampton’s inaugural Tapestry Festival last…