No artist has appeared to work harder to shake off their early audience than Ben Howard. The English singer-songwriter enjoyed enormous success with his 2011 debut, “Every Kingdom”. It achieved triple-platinum status in the UK and saw Ben nominated for the Mercury Prize, win two BRIT Awards and play to one of the largest crowds […]
Continue ReadingLIVE REVIEW: The Go! Team – Marble Factory, Bristol, 28th September 2024
It might be difficult for some of us to accept but The Go! Team’s debut LP, “Thunder, Lightning, Strike”, is 20 years old. To celebrate its anniversary, they are playing the Mercury Prize-nominated album in full on a tour which includes a stop at The Marble Factory. It is hard to imagine a better record […]
Continue ReadingNEWS: The Libertines announce outdoor Summer show with spectacular supporting line-up
The Libertines have turned into a formidable and reliable live force. Following a successful sold out 2024 tour, the band have announced some Summer shows for 2025 and it includes a headline date at London’s Gunnersbury Park. Very special guests Supergrass will join them for the show alongside Soft Play, Hak Baker, Lambrini Girls and […]
Continue ReadingNEWS: The Warwick Sessions announces first acts for 2025 with Elbow, S Club and The Stranglers
AEG Presents has announced The Warwick Sessions 2025 with three headliners: The Stranglers, S Club, and elbow, with more names still to be announced. From Friday 4th to Sunday 6th July next year, music will take over St Nicholas’ Park near one of the UK’s most historic sites, Warwick Castle. Tickets go on general sale at 10am BST on Friday 18 October.
Continue ReadingNEWS: Everyone You Know announce 2025 tour dates
Everyone You Know have announced their “Ain’t Smiled In Ages” tour in support of their debut LP of the same name finally being released on 15th November. The duo have been dropping bangers for several years and it’s wild to think they have not actually released their first album yet. Their 2021 EP, “Just For […]
Continue ReadingNEWS: Skunk Anansie announce UK Tour and 25th anniversary re-issue of “Post Orgasmic Chill”
Skunk Anansie remain one of the most essential live bands in the country. They have just announced details of a 14 date UK tour in 2025. They are also re-issuing their third album, “Post Orgasmic Chill”, which turns 25 this year. That album was something of a commercial disappointment for the record label when released […]
Continue ReadingNEWS: Khruangbin announce biggest UK show to date
Khruangbin have cemented themselves as festival favourites over the past few years. They have now announced their biggest UK headline show so far at London’s Gunnersbury Park. Having watched the band at Primavera Sound, we can confirm they are perfect for an outdoor Summer show. They will also be supported by the recently reformed TV […]
Continue ReadingNEW MUSIC: The Weather Station – “Neon Signs”
The Weather Station have announced their return with their seventh album, “HUMANHOOD”. The album will be released on 17th January 2025. After the strength of their past few records, we’re really excited to hear this one. The first single, “Neon Signs”, has dropped today and you can watch the video below:
Continue ReadingNEWS: Kele from Bloc Party announces first solo tour in 8 years
Bloc Party have had a great 2024 celebrating the anniversary of “Silent Alarm” with huge shows in Crystal Palace and at Glastonbury. Frontman, Kele, has now announced details of a new solo record “The Singing Winds Pt. 3“ out on January 17 2025 and a solo tour alongside it. Listen to a brand new song, […]
Continue ReadingNEW MUSIC: Joan Armatrading – “I’m Not Moving”
Legendary singer/songwriter, Joan Armatrading, is back. Her new LP, “How Did This Happen and What Does It Now Mean”, will be released on November 22 via BMG. Check out the video for the new single, “I’m Not Moving”, here:
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