indie live review
Live Review: Red Rum Club – The Leadmill, Sheffield 15.12.2023
‘They Just Put a Reit Smile On Your Face’. Red Rum Club took Sheffield by storm with a sold-out show at The Leadmill, delivering as expected a high-octane performance. The Liverpool-based band captivated the audience from the first note of the opening song, “Black Cat.” As the infectious energy of the opening song reverberated through …
Live Review: Lanterns On The Lake – Concorde 2, Brighton 29.11.2023
By Henry Groves Lanterns on the Lake have been on my gig bucket list for a while now. I was due to see them two years ago in Brighton before they cancelled due to health issues. Now in 2023, I finally got to go and see them, this time with a brand new album, and …
Live Review: The Twang / Chappaqua Wrestling – The Leadmill, Sheffield 24.11.2023
Friday night and The Leadmill came alive as The Twang, accompanied by stellar support band Chappaqua Wrestling, took to the stage for a night of unforgettable music. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation and the bands did not disappoint. Formed in 2018 by principal members and songwriters Jake Mac and Charlie Woods, Chappaqua Wrestling kicked …
Gallery: Cruel Sister – The Grand Social, Dublin 3.11.2023
Cruel Sister, aka Dublins own Faith Nico headlined a sold out show in Dublin at The Grand Social on November 3rd. Taking her name from the traditional murder ballad ‘The Twa Sisters’ Nico makes interesting noise / art rock, taking the lead of PJ Harvey and the like. Check out the gallery from the show, …
Live Review: A Certain Ratio – The Crescent, York, 18.11.2023
Words: Jim F / Pictures: Huw WilliamsIt’s been a while. Last time I saw A Certain Ratio -Manchester indie-punk/funk royalty was at a hometown gig at the G-Mex on a Factory Records night, with New Order and fresh faced Happy Mondays. 15,000 tickets sold in 45 minutes, at least according to the greatest pop impresario …
Live Review: Hallan / Pack of Animals – The Lanes, Bristol 4.11.2023
Hallan are still finding out who they are and the Portsmouth based 4 piece have upped their game on their latest EP ‘The Noise of a Firing Gun’ with a fuller, more developed sound. The recent subject matter is often anchored in classic literary tradition or historical events in contrast to the social commentary and …
Live Review: Inhaler / Blossoms / Soak – 3Arena, Dublin 12.11.2023
The band brought the final show of the Cuts & Bruises World Tour home with a splendid and vibrant homecoming show in Dublin 3Arena. The four piece performed what it is their biggest headline show to date for a packed and roaring venue. The night felt special, the atmosphere was unmatched with the committed fans …
Live Review: Squid / M(h)aol / Blue Bendy – Vicar Street, Dublin 25.10.2023 plus gallery
Squid returned to Dublin as part of their “O Monolith” tour, their second studio album. The band offered a previous show in the city back in May 2022. Following up on their acclaimed 2021 debut album, “Bright Green Field”, the five-piece returned with a more spacey and experimental new sound. The band had two supporting …
Live Review: Slowdive – The National Stadium, Dublin 6.11.2023 plus gallery
Slowdive played their first-ever Dublin show at the National Stadium in Dublin this past Monday with support from local post-punk Gurriers. The iconic shoe gaze band brought a mesmerising show to a very eager Irish crowd. Messages of love towards the English band were a constant through the show. From strongs “we love you, we …
Live Review: The Hunna / Sick Joy – Middlesbrough Empire, Middlesbrough 03.10.2023
Greeted by a queue that snaked around the corner I misjudged the local love for these indie rockers. Having not been hugely exposed to their music when I saw the gig was at The Empire I had to turn up. It’s damn near 20 years since I stepped foot inside this venue and a smile …