Jason Siddall, Author at Backseat Mafia

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Live Review: Dead Pony / Overgrown / Air Drawn Dagger – Corporation, Sheffield 31st May 2026

There is a moment in time when a band transcends the small-club circuit and begins its inevitable ascent toward rock’s upper echelons. Glasgow’s Dead Pony did exactly that at a…

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News: LEVARA Reunites, 5th Anniversary Deluxe Album and European Tour Announced.

LEVARA is officially back. The power trio—comprising guitarist Trev Lukather, vocalist Jules Galli, and drummer Josh Devine (formerly of One Direction)—has reunited to celebrate the fifth anniversary of their acclaimed self-titled debut. To mark the…

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News: Hard-Fi to Headline Harlequins’ Big Summer Kick-Off at Allianz Stadium

British indie heavyweights Hard-Fi are set to return to their South West London stomping grounds this May. The Staines-formed outfit has been confirmed as the headline act for Harlequins’ Big Summer Kick-Off at Allianz Stadium,…

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News: Download Festival 10th-14th June 2026.

The UK’s spiritual home of rock is calling. As we gear up for Download Festival 2026, the hallowed turf of Donington Park is set to host a much anticipated annual spectacle for…

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Live Review: Rock N Roll Circus Sheffield 2025 – A City, A Big Top, A Five-Day Celebration

Sheffield’s Don Valley Bowl once again became home to the UK’s most unique festival this summer, as Rock N Roll Circus stretched its wings across five nights. What started life as a…

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News: THE HARA Announce New Album The Fallout

THE HARA have announced their brand-new album The Fallout, dropping 23 January via Mascot Records. Bursting with raw energy and honesty, the record captures the Manchester trio at their most authentic…

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Live Review: Leeds Festival 2025, A Masterclass in Scale, Diversity, and Organisation

Bramham Park once again hosted one of the UK’s most anticipated weekends of live music as Leeds Festival 2025 took place from 21–24 August. With a renewed site layout, and a carefully…

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Live Review: Tramlines 2025 – Sheffield’s Shining Moment

Photo Credits: Phil Jon Photography / Jason Siddall Photography Tramlines 2025 cemented its status as one of the UK’s most beloved inner-city festivals with a weekend full of euphoric moments,…

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Live Review: Pulp Electrify Tramlines with Hits, Heart and Hometown Pride.

Tramlines Festival 2025 saw Sheffield favourites Pulp return for a long-overdue appearance—and what a homecoming it was. Taking the main stage in front of a sold-out crowd, Pulp delivered a…

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News: Reading and Leeds Festival Preview

Kicking off in less than a month, Reading & Leeds 2025 is set to define the sound, energy, and spirit of the year. With Friday day tickets for Reading now…

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