Jason Siddall, Author at Backseat Mafia

Live Review: Paul Carrack – Sheffield City Hall, Sheffield 23.10.23

A crisp October Saturday night with Paul Carrack at Sheffield City Hall and the audience was provided with a musical treat as Carrack and his band performed a show that…

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Live Review: Rock N Roll Circus – Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield 02.09.2023

On Saturday I attended the Rock and Roll Circus Festival in Sheffield. This unique music festival brought together superb live bands blended with circus style performances creating an unforgettable experience…

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Live Review: Leeds Festival – Bramham Park, Wetherby 25.08.2023 – 27.08.2023

A Brilliant Weekend of Music and Memories Leeds Festival 2023 proved to be an electrifying and unforgettable weekend with attendees enjoying music, camaraderie, and some epic performances. The festival,…

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News: Tramlines 2023 Preview

Tramlines 2023 is the biggest festival event in Sheffield and the highlight of the local music calendar. I covered the festival last year for Backseat Mafia and it was incredible.…

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News: Over 100,000 Fans Celebrate Download Festival’s 20th Anniversary And Its Biggest Year Ever

This weekend’s Download Festival 20th anniversary welcomed a record breaking 100,000 attendees to Donington Park becoming its most successful year ever. The fastest selling Download in its 20-year history, 2023’s edition showcased world-class…

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Live Review: James – Sheffield City Hall, Sheffield 04.05.23

A trip to Sheffield City Hall for the sold out ‘James Lasted’ Orchestral Tour. A totally different twist on the music tonight, the band were joined on stage by conductor…

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Live Review: Reverend and the Makers / Sam Scherdel – The Leadmill, Sheffield 29.04.23

A trip to the Leadmill in Sheffield for the Reverend and the Makers Heatwave In the Cold North album launch show. First up was Sam Scherdel and his excellent band…

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Live Review: Midge Ure / India Electric Co – Sheffield City Hall, Sheffield 24.04.2023

A Monday night trip to the City Hall in Sheffield, suffice to say it was well worth the effort for the first night of Midge Ure’s much anticipated and Covid…

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Live Review: The Hara / Call Me Amour / SNAYX – O2 Academy, Sheffield 07.04.2023

A trip to the 02 Academy in Sheffield for the first night of The Hara’s European tour. Friday also saw the release of the bands latest album ‘Survival Mode’ so…

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News: Huge Opportunity Announced For Emerging Talent At Tramlines Festival

Brand New Apply-To-Play Competition Will Offer A Festival Tour, Studio Time And A Magazine Feature For The Winning Act. Tramlines Festival takes place from 21st – 23rd July at Hillsborough Park in Sheffield. Following the…

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