Enter Shikari, Palaye Royale and Black Peaks live at Manchester Academy
A gloomy Manchester is where we lay our scene, with Enter Shikari drawing to the end of a mammoth UK tour that began back at the beginning of December. (Photo: Dani Willgress)
ALTERNATIVE MUSIC - FEATURED ARTICLES
Interview With Pop Sensation Alice Merton! | Feature
Alice Merton has recently released her debut album 'MINT' - the highly anticipated full-length release by the German-Canadian-English singer and songwriter comes off the back of the rapturous reception of debut single 'No Roots' which saw Alice's inaugural release become not only a number one but an international smash hit. We caught up with Alice just after MINT was released to chat about the latest things happening in the world of Miss Merton, a bit about the premise of the album and what else 2019 has instore for her...
Mastodon and Kvelertak Live Review at Leeds 02 Academy
If you asked anybody about the best metal bands to emerge this side of the millennium, chances are Mastodon would be one of the first bands out of their mouth. And with good reason. In the 19 years since the release of their debut full length, Remission, the Atlanta four-piece have gone on to release critically acclaimed records, top album of the year lists and even win a Grammy. Tonight they take on Leeds, in thoroughly miserable weather it must be said.
BUSTED – Half Way There | Album Review
While Night Driver stood as an entity resembling a fun-filled holiday, Half Way There as a record is a rapturous homecoming and I will happily go on record to say; Half Way There is the best Pop Punk album of the past five years!
A love letter to…Bloc Party’s Silent Alarm | Feature
Following on from the Band’s triumphant tour playing their 2005 Debut Album in full and a further announcement of more dates for 2019, our editor Brad decided to divulge into what exactly makes this album such an important release for it's generation.
Best New Singles: Late January/Early February | Feature
Liz takes a look at the latest and most importantly - the best new singles released from some of the finest artists around!
Switchfoot – Native Tongue | New Album Review
Switchfoot are no strangers to the alternative rock world as their presence has been felt since their formation in 1996. The Grammy award winning band and self-proclaimed surf lovers have once again geared up to release their eleventh album ‘Native Tongue’.
Hot Takes: Getting To Know FOXHAUNT
Welcome to the feature; Hot Takes! We chat to a band or artist that we have unearthed as some what of a hidden gem and allow them the chance to introduce themselves to you, the reader.
Hot Takes: Getting To Know Rockers’ The Flesh Velvet
Welcome to the feature; Hot Takes! We chat to a band or artist that we have unearthed as some what of a hidden gem and allow them the chance to introduce themselves to you, the reader.
Hot Takes: Getting To Know Italian Pop-Punk Band Away From Here!
Welcome to the feature; Hot Takes! We chat to a band or artist that we have unearthed as some what of a hidden gem and allow them the chance to introduce themselves to you, the reader.
A Guide To: Julien Baker – The Best Songs By Julien Baker | Feature
Welcome to The Best Songs By Julien Baker. In this featured article we take a look at Julien Baker's best selection of tracks hand-picked by ourselves for your enjoyment.
Introducing: dubé – The Canadian Three-Piece Proving That Rock n’ Roll Is Alive and Kicking! | Feature
dubé are a straight to the point rock outfit from Canada who are striving to not only prove that rock n roll never died but that it is alive and kicking.
The Mechanist take on the A-Z challenge
Their new single The Timekeeper is one of our favourites of the year so far, so we just had to get The Timekeeper to tell us more about themselves! They complied by taking on our A-Z challenge!