Louise Swift

I first went to a gig in 1981, Gillan at Leeds University. I've been a regular gig goer ever since. I haven't kept count of how many gigs I've been to over the intervening years, but it's a lot! My favourite bands are AC/DC then, in no particular order, Anti-Nowhere League, Slaughter and the Dogs, Towers of London and Dirt Box Disco. I tend to like Glam/Punk and rude offensive lyrics, not sure what that says about me but as Animal would say 'So What!' The question was recently put to me - did I write for any online publications? My reply - No, but I'd like to! Planetmosh was suggested and I found myself offering to review Aces High Festival. Easy peasy I thought! Well not quite, if a jobs worth doing it's worth doing well! I had sixteen bands to research. I found I actually enjoyed that and it kept me too busy to be making lunatic comments on Facebook! ;) Then I felt a bit inadequately qualified. I mean, who am I to comment on others, when my musical expertise extends to being able to play a mean Greensleeves on the recorder and a passable Annie's song on the flute! Haven't picked up either instrument for years! What I do have, however, is over 30 years of experience as a gig goer, so I can comment on what I like and what I don't! It's only my opinion and, if I don't like a band it doesn't mean they are bad, just not to my own liking. I admire anyone who has the guts to get up on that stage and have a go!

Reigning Days To Release Debut EP on 3rd June

REIGNING DAYS ‘REIGNING DAYS’ The debut EP – released on 3rd June TOP 10 ON APPLE A-LIST ROCK PLAYLISTConfirmed Festival Dates Download Festival, Dot To Dot, 2000 Trees, Camden Rocks and more… Devonshire three-piece Reigning Days are set to release their self-titled EP on June 3rd, following two incendiary performances …

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Gojira Premiere New Song/Video For ‘Silvera’

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The Senton Bombs – Mass Vendetta

What’s the first thing you think of when I say Blackpool Rock? Something to get your teeth into? Something long pink and sticky? Now there’s some Blackpool Rock you need to get your ears into! Mass Vendetta is the latest album from Blackpool Punk/Rock Band The Senton Bombs released on 16th April …

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Jim Breuer Premieres New Track Featuring Brian Johnson

Jim Breuer Premieres New Track Featuring Brian Johnson   Jim Breuer and the Loud & Rowdy premieres new track, “Mr. Rock n’ Roll” (featuring Brian Johnson of AC/DC), via RollingStone.com!   Comedian Jim Breuer along with backing band The Loud & Rowdy have just released their latest single “Mr. Rock n’ Roll”, which features …

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Mother Feather Premieres ‘Mirror’ Video via VansWarpedTour.com

MOTHER FEATHER premieres ‘Mirror’ video via VansWarpedTour.com Releases new self-titled album worldwide! New York City’s self-described “pop cock rock” band MOTHER FEATHER has premiered a new video for the track ‘Mirror’, from the group’s self-titled album out now via Metal Blade Records. To watch ‘Mirror’, please visit: vanswarpedtour.com (or vimeo). To view MOTHER FEATHER‘s video for …

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Brimstone Coven Announces USA Tour Dates

Brimstone Coven Announces USA Tour Dates West Virginian dark occult rockers Brimstone Coven have announced their summer tour plans! Starting June 25th, the quartet will embark on a USA trek, which includes special appearances with Castle. See below for all dates! Brimstone Coven tour dates June 25 – Athens, OH – The Smiling …

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Desaster Announces North American Tour Dates

Desaster Announces North American Tour Dates German blackened-thrashers Desaster will return to North America this May for four special concerts! Featuring the band’s first Canadian performance, plus an appearance at MDF, these rare shows are not to be missed; see below for all dates! Desaster tour dates May 26 – Club Garibaldi’s …

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Stone Free Festival Full Weekend Details Revealed

Stone Free Festival reveals full weekend details, exclusive events & new additions to the bill at The O2, London ADDITIONAL WEEKEND LINE UP REVEALED MORE ACTS ADDED TO THE BILL  SPEAK EASY LOUNGE ANNOUNCED including Alice Cooper in conversation with writer David Quantick The legendary Roger Dean in conversation with …

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Wilson Unveil New Video for ‘Windows Down’

Wilson Unveil New Video for ‘Windows Down’ Detroit rockers WILSON offer a glimpse of life on the road in their latest video for ‘Windows Down’, which you can watch premiering exclusively on VEVO here:http://www.vevo.com/watch/wilson/Windows-Down!/USRZR1600113.  The clip was partly shot on their recent UK tour and US dates. When describing the …

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(hed) p.e To Release New Studio Album ‘Forever’

U.S. G-Punks (hed) p.e Return With New Studio Album ‘Forever’ (hed) p.e’s tenth studio album ‘Forever!’ is released 22nd July 2016 via Pavement Entertainment. Pre-Order: http://bit.ly/1VZqNuM Since 1994 (hed)p.e. has been turning heads with their brand of original and unique music. The band has been called everything from rock, metal, punk, …

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Deepshade Release ‘Time’ Video Single

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VIMIC Unveil ‘She Sees Everything’ Video

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Fire Red Empress Album and Single Announcements

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Dead By Wednesday Premiere “Live Again” Music Video

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Hatebreed Premiere ‘Seven Enemies’ Lyric Video

HATEBREED have premiered the lyric video for the track, ‘Seven Enemies,’ which can be viewed on YouTube: The song, from HATEBREED’s upcoming album, ‘The Concrete Confessional’ set for release this Friday 13th May via Nuclear Blast, is a take on the Seven Deadly Sins that have a place in most …

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