Event Reviews

Bloody club nights mean early starts and fortunately, I got here just in time for the beginning of The Utopia Strong’s set, a band who have been on my ‘want to see’ list for some time.  Their ambient electronic ramblings are wonderful and snooker ace Steve Davis hits a 147 …

An evening of piano-driven post-rock with stunning visuals provides an awe inspiring show

On paper, this is a dream line-up but things are not working out as perhaps they should. I am hugely excited to see Kalandra, their Nordic folk infused with grinding guitar sounds has been my melancholic earworm for a while.  As an opener, they are not as loud as they …

On a wet and dreary Sunday, it is heartwarming to see a venue like The Waterloo Music Bar so busy for an evening of  NWOCR, or at least I think that is what is still called, it’s a complete contrast to the progressive metal I was listening to on the …

It’s a sit-down affair tonight, at the Brudenell Social club, Leeds. Small circular tables fill the floor space as we await an acoustic evening with Ryan McCombs, the notorious singer of Soil. Adam Jerome, vocalist and guitar slinger for Less Than Hollow, got a call at 11 am this morning …

Punk and pop punk in particular is bursting with feminism and feminine energy, pushing boundaries, and it is an exciting time for this music.  Liverpudlians Piss Kitti are a major part of this movement and whilst they are completely new to me I am thoroughly enjoying them.  I am not …

There are far too many tribute bands these days and only a few truly stand out.  So when a band like Treacherous Cretins sets a path through the music of Frank Zappa then attention needs to be paid as they go forth to celebrate the music of Uncle Frank, tackling …

When the Megadeth livestream of their first-ever performance at the infamous Budokan in Tokyo was announced I have to admit I was a teeny bit curious because, of the “BIG FOUR” bands, they are without a shadow of a doubt, my favourite.  Interesting lyrics, Mr Mustaine’s snarly cynicism and some …

Post-rock extravaganza up in the hills Why do I always underestimate how long it takes to get to places, even when a quick look at Google maps will tell me quite clearly, and south Manchester to Hebden Bridge is quite a journey. Fortunately, Civil Service are only playing their first number …

British  stalwarts Saxon bring their Seize the Day  (Carpe Diem) Tour to the Barbican York, along with special guests Diamond Head and support from Untamed Silence Whitby progressive rockers Untamed Silence open the evening. Formed in 2019, the quintet fronted by Debbie Wade deliver a twenty-minute set of rocking riff …

Ayron Jones with support from Amongst Liars, The Deaf Institute 08 11 22 Amongst Liars Introducing themselves from Eastbourne, the Southern quartet brings their hard-edged alt-rock vibe. Formed in 2020, Amongst Liars has six singles and a self-titled album. Opening as they mean to go on in a fury of …

Skid Row – ‘The Gangs All Here Tour’ with support from Enuff Z Nuff and The Treatment – live review live at the O2 Sheffield, 28 October 2022 Enuff Z’Nuff Has the circus come to town, no not really, but that’s the intro tape that welcomes you to the greatest …

October Drift, bring you their headline tour in support of thier recent second album release  I Don’t Belong Anywhere, with support from Minds Idle & Low Girl at The Leadmill, Sheffield, 26 October 2022 October Drift are four best friends from Taunton, Alex Bispham (bass), Chris Holmes (drums/vocals), Dan Young …

Ginger Wildheart & The Sinners with support from Boss Caine and The John Street Revival Band at The Parish, Huddersfield, 20 October 2022. Joining forces with The Sinners, Ginger Wildheart has just released his debut album ‘Ginger Wildheart & The Sinners’. Boss Caine York’s very own Folk/Americana artist Daniel Lucas …

After two years of waiting, Swedish Rockers H.E.A.T has finally made their ‘Sign In The northern Sky Tour happen! Original singer Kenny Leckremo rejoined the band in late 2020 after the departure of Eric Grönwall, who is now fronting Skid Row. Joined by Collateral and special guests Mason Hill for …

Metal legends Anvil are on a mammoth 60-date tour playing 16 dates in the UK before hitting Europe for the rest! The band was formed in 1978 in Ontario, Canada by Anvil’s original members Steve ‘Lips’ Kudlow on guitar/lead vocals and Robb Reiner on drums. Joined by Chris Robertson on …

After the successful release of their latest 10th studio album ‘Road To Eden’. DARE returns with an extensive 12-date tour, with special guest Troy Redfern; tonight is the tour’s first date. Darren Wharton formed DARE in the late 80s after the demise of Thin Lizzy for whom he was the …

Following the release of his number one album FTHC, (that’s Frank Turner Hard Core), in case you were wondering. Frank Turner and The Sleeping Souls return to Leeds for their 40th show or show 2694 for the number of shows they have played to this date. It’s great that Frank …

RECKLESS LOVE bring their Turborider Tour to The Warehouse Leeds and they are joined by special guests The Treatment with support from Collateral! It may be 1st September but tonight’s show is ‘hot, hot, hotter than hell’. What was to be a co-headline show between Reckless Love and Dan Reed, saw Reckless Love …

Dirty Honey supports Rival Sons – on their 10th Anniversary of Pressure & Time Tour – gig review at Sheffield O2, 28 June ’22 The band on everyone’s lips tonight is Dirty Honey. The LA four-piece formed in 2017 has steadily risen through the rock and roll ranks. With press …