Stalwarts of their local DIY scene, Weirds are stepping out and gearing up to reveal themselves to the UK. For those of us that have already had the pleasure, we can attest to the fact that Weirds are one of the most exciting bands around, anywhere, right now. When these boys hit the stage passion, …

A few months back I posted a playlist of bands I was looking forward to see at this year’s Liverpool PsychFest. Since then the list has grown somewhat, and here are fifteen more bands that I hope to see there too; most of whom are new to me. Enjoy!   Gambling with the Crocodile by …

A meeting of minds in Manchester has set wheels in motion for something rather special that is to come on 9th September 2016. Promoters Strange Days and Now Wave have joined forces to offer an exclusive event being held at The O2 Ritz over two stages, with proceedings continuing through to 1am. Headlining the event …

You can’t beat a good combo – fish and chips, tea and a biscuit… – which is why we find ourselves at the very packed Brudenell Social Club. Good (reasonably priced) beer and good company are guaranteed in this neck of the woods, and good music is usually a given. So that’s another great combo. …

Right from it’s ominous intro, ‘Lost Sanity Smiles’ is beautifully uncomfortable throughout as it drags you through the mire into a world where things are far from orthodox. Thankfully not for the mainstream, Vulgarians latest track takes a big heavy hammer and smashes a long rusty nail right into your heart… ‘Lost Sanity Smiles’ is out …

Danish punk trio Baby In Vain are set to return to the UK this week with a string of dates, including support slots for The Wytches. In addition to the return to these shores, the band have just dropped latest track “Worthwhile”. Penned by vocal and guitarist, Andrea, the track deals with her growing feelings …

Hull post-punk outfit Vulgarians wagon has picked up momentum and doesn’t look like its set to stop rumbling until they’ve brought the intensity of their fuzzed out, reverb rich noise to every inch of the UK. Their live set, along with leaked demos, “Autocratic” and “Naturally Nothing” started attaracting attention earlier in the year, and …

  Brighton indie quartet Black Honey kick off an extensive UK headline tour next week. Rising stars Black Honey commence their Autumn headline tour on the back of recent Festival Appearances this summer. Latest single ‘Corrine’ is already getting AirPlay on Radio 1, and the hotly tipped band are certainly proving to be ‘ones to …

Inkubus Sukkubus were formed in 1989 by Tony McKormack and Candia Ridley (now McKormack) whilst both were studying graphic design in Gloucester. Tony and Candia shared a love of paganism, witchcraft and vampirism so their music was always going to be an expression of this… and oh boy is it ever! They have released no …

If you got home from work/college/shoplifting that late that you were unable to get down to the Brudenell for the opening act last Thursday, well count your lucky stars. For you were saved the tortuous half hour or so the rest of us had to endure when London’s second most disgusting band turned up. Claw …