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Live Review: Skindred / Blackgold / Cody Frost – NX Newcastle, Newcastle 20.09.2023

Words by Barrah T Al-Badry Photos by Renée Bennett Standing amongst the sold out crowd tonight, it was easy to say the anticipation was infectious. After astellar year with their…

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Video: School Disco Share Psychedelic, Futuristic New Video For ‘Through Dimensions’

Following the release of their new album ‘Denton Rock’, School Disco share new visuals for ‘Through Dimensions’. A video to match the psychedelic, trippy nature of the musical backdrop, the…

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Live Review: The Hoosiers – Sheffield Leadmill

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Live Review: Ellie Goulding / Olivia Lunny – O2 City Hall, Newcastle 19.10.23

Words and photos by Francis Fitzgerald For starters, I should say that superstar pop divas are a little outside my comfort zone, but I was invited to review the Ellie…

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News

News: GILSKA Shines On New Single ‘UNAVOIDABLE’

GILSKA is a London-based solo artist of Sri Lankan origin, known for her infectious and high-energy dance-pop sound. She has gained attention and support from various tastemakers, and her previous…

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Album Reviews

EP Review: Owners Club – Owners Club EP

Capturing a distinctive retro tone comparable to The Clash and Ramones whilst retaining a fresh faced, Post-Punk edge, Owners Club land on their feet with the release of their debut,…

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Track / Video

Track: Portsmouth Indie Quintet Crystal Tides Share Infectious New Single ‘Detonate’

Portsmouth’s five-piece Crystal Tides make their triumphant return with their latest single, ‘Detonate.’ This fluorescent offering exemplifies the band’s remarkable knack for weaving infectious vocal melodies into a tightly woven…

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Live Review: Black Country, New Road – O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London 10.10.2023

Words and photos by Fearghal McGlinchey On Tuesday night, the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire in London was treated to a captivating performance by the enigmatic and experimental band, Black Country,…

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Live Review: Inhaler – Berns Hotel, Stockholm 09.10.2023

Words and photos by Anastasia Baranovskaia Monday nights typically carry the weight of the workweek’s onset, but the concert with Inhaler provided the perfect remedy for those early-week blues. Hailing…

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Live Review: Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs – O2 Kentish Forum

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