It’s a typical dreary wet night here in Manchester and it is time to witness the fruit stealers strutting their stuff at the O2 Ritz. They put on an absolutely brilliant performance in October 2021 when they played at this same venue so we are hoping for the same tonight. …
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To say I’m excited about seeing and reviewing this gig would be an understatement. The Sisters of Mercy have been one of my favourite bands for a very long time, and it’s also my first time seeing them live since June 1997. On that gig, they were supported by Cubanate …
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Glenn Hughes is celebrating his Deep Purple years, we try to find out if lady is still saying Burn...
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There is a Deathwish happening at the Ritz in Manchester, Charles Bronson isn’t here so something Fish-y must be going down..
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Alex and Ant head to Rebellion Manchester to find out if Black Stone Cherry are still blaming it on the boom boom...
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RadaR Festival – Day 3 – Review The final day kicks off for me with a parking spot right outside the venue – what a result! In previous years the festival had been located in Guildford in a venue that had incredibly elaborate chandeliers in the main room but it …
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I’ll readily admit I was goosed after yesterday but still managed to get my weary bones out of bed as there are bands I really want to see. I am instantly entranced by Graywave as their emotive echoey vocals pour over their melancholic music. It’s brooding shoegazey post-rock and is …
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The foremost progressive metal festival hits Manchester...
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Magma “Flippin eck, this is torture” reads a post on a Porcupine Tree fan FaceBook page. I have to agree. We are of course talking about Magma, a band more divisive than Marmite. I arrive late to minimise my suffering, but still have to endure 40 minutes of music that …
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On a warm late spring evening a blues rock explosion hits Manchester!
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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 …
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Original 1977 Manchester Punks Ed Banger & the Nosebleeds are back with Punk, Glam Slamming New Album ‘Revolution X’!!!
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It might have taken three attempts but Slaughter finally Bit Back! Here's hoping they have the teeth for another bite!
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Manchester based DIRTY LACES have been making an impact on the Manchester music scene for a few years.They released their first single for Golden Robot Records, 'These Days' back in November 2020. Now they follow it up with a new single 'Breathe' that will be released on all digital platforms on 19th April.
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Cranked Up Really High it isn't. However Mick Rossi one of the original boot boys has mellowed and matured like an Italian red wine. All the Saints & All the Souls is robust with lots of depth and hidden flavours! You can buy the album from Mr Whippy Banana Split Productions for £15 with the profits going to charity
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Manchester's Slam King's once again show the rest how it's done. A stepping stone for both the band and the Genre.
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Having had this EP land on my lap at the very same time as Kringer’s big friends Eye licker‘s album, I feel ashamed and gutted that I have not picked it up until now. A lot has happened in five months, and I mean, an awful lot. I finally met …
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Punk for Pam is a charity festival which takes place in Manchester and Edinburgh in memory of Pam Blyth to Raise as much money as possible to help people with Blood Bourne illness in the UK. This year’s …
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For the third year running, the now annual event, Abuse Your Confusion came to The Star & Garter in Manchester, on what turned out to be a fairly mild January Sunday. Whilst there was an entry fee for this show it wasn’t in monetary pounds it was in pounds of …
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When I reviewed The Agonists new album Orphans earlier in the year I was totally blown away. The song writing was thoughtful and thought provoking, the vocals ranged from angelic to demonic and the complex musicianship kept me going back to listen to each song over and over again. I …
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PlanetMosh Keeping it Metal