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LIVE REPORT: From Manchester to M for Montreal (Day 1)
I’m sure M for Montreal ranks up there as one of the friendliest music and culture festivals out there. A matter of hours in and I’ve fist-bumped the founder himself, gone ‘exploring’ the city with a music producer and radio host from LA, eaten breakfast with John Robb and been told that my accent is […]
LIVE REVIEW: Julien Baker at Brudenell Social Club, Leeds
Julien Baker’s set at the Brudenell Social Club, unsurprisingly, proved itself to be one of the most intimate and powerful performances of recent times. Her new album ‘Turn Out the Lights’ is sparse in terms of its instrumentation and arrangements (mostly just Baker on guitar, vocals and keyboards) but densely powerful, and this is what […]
Touring with Klangstof: The Ultimate Traveller’s Guide
Since inception, Klangstof has continued to push boundaries with their musical creations through multi-textural idiosyncrasies and bold invention. Commencing their mammoth ‘Everest’ Autumn/Winter tour, the group will see in a few months of travelling around the continent that will take them to the end of the year.
In Conversation With…MOUNT KIMBIE
‘Love What Survives,’ the long-awaited album that recently returned electronica duo Mount Kimbie to the spotlight, was met with pretty much universal acclaim, despite it’s challenging timbres and structures. Mount Kimbie have a reputation for being one step ahead of the game – they were already experimenting with ambient sounds and field recordings back on […]
LIVE PREVIEW: Off The Record 2017
Off the Record is back in Manchester on Friday 10th of November after its sell-out debut in 2016. The multi venue live music conference brings with it a host of industry experts from; Agents, Label and publishing A&R, Tech start ups, Bloggers, and Promoters to inform and inspire independent musicians of all instruments, genres and […]
LIVE REVIEW: Slothrust + Manchester Orchestra at Manchester Academy 2
It’s always incredibly exciting getting to see a band who are on the cusp of stardom. They’ve already reached greatness, and it’s plainly obvious that they’re bound for bigger stages, playing to bigger audiences.
LIVE PREVIEW: MILK presents… ‘Get Over It’
Ever miss school discos? The weird exuberant atmosphere you can only get from a mix of too much squash and cupcakes and Saturday Night by Whigfield blasting at a pleasant volume, just make sure you’re home and tucked in by 10pm.
PHOTO GALLERY: Weezer at O2 Academy Leeds
Monday night saw the O2 Academy Leeds host alt-rock legends Weezer for the start of their UK run of tour dates, supporting their imminent new album ‘Pacific Daydream’. The band were on spectacular form and treated the sold-out crowd to songs spanning their entire catalogue. A masterclass in playful, feel-good rock.
IN FOCUS // On the Road with Fenne Lily
Since releasing staggering first single ‘Top to Toe,’ Fenne Lily has ensured prowess with each subsequent song that has followed, now at a juncture where we can rely on the capability of Lily’s song-writing to engage a profundity and an inwards connection. Lily assuredly judged that it was time to branch out: ‘Three Oh Nine,’ […]
LIVE REVIEW: Red Kite + S.G Wolfgang at The Islington
In North London lies what some might describe as the hub of music in London: the borough of Islington. Home to some of the best music venues in the capital for up-and-coming bands, from the O2 Academy to the Lexington – all situated within a few minutes’ walk of each other; you are spoilt for choice. […]
In Conversation With…HONEYBLOOD
There’s something about Honeyblood. I remember the first time I heard those swirling, nectar-sweet guitar lines; those drum patterns with the strength of industrial steel. I was looking out of my window, where great black rainclouds like bruises melted into the soft white. In many ways it was the perfect image to reflect the kind […]
LIVE REVIEW: Neighbourhood Festival 2017
Neighbourhood Festival returned this October for its second extravaganza of musical assortment. Seeing in performances from big names like Peace, The View, and Rat Boy – and also lending a leg up to a new wave of exciting artistry, with acts including IDER, Indoor Pets, and Yonaka all making their own first impressions. The event […]
LIVE REVIEW: ‘An Evening with…’ featuring Sivu + Siv Jakobsen + Paul Thomas Saunders + Fenne Lily
‘An Evening with…’ promised a night of closely-carried storytelling and meaningful connection, for fans of music that is of a quieter constitution. The superb billing offers a chance to witness a new wave of songwriting talent; four artists who each exhibit profound invigoration of style and a furore for performing live. Taking over Manchester’s famed […]
LIVE REVIEW: Grizzly Bear at O2 Academy, Brixton
Where to start with Grizzly Bear…? It’s undeniable that they’re one of the most prestigiously talented and inventive acts around, but their idiosyncrasies can be off-putting to the casual listener. They’re critical darlings, with a reputation for immaculate musicianship, dazzlingly intricate live performances, and Jonny Greenwood says they’re his favourite band. With this years release […]
LIVE REVIEW: White Lies + Honeyblood + Superfood at Goose Island’s LDN Block Party
In trendy Shoreditch, trendy brewery Goose Island threw a block party in the Red Market, just out the back of trendy venue Kamio.
In Conversation With…WHITE LIES
As the kings of anthemic rock, ‘Death’ and ‘Unfinished Business’ paved the way for future development and evolution beyond the grasp of any incidental outcome – so nine years on, White Lies’ name still lives and continues to prosper.
LIVE REVIEW: Flyte + Humble He + ELANA at The Cookie, Leicester
Fresh from the release of debut album, ‘The Loved Ones’, the prospect of seeing a British act who so seamlessly combine the beauties of vintage revivalism and contemporary culture is truly exciting. However a question is begged of how the live performance will live up to the record.
LIVE PREVIEW: Neighbourhood Festival 2017
Manchester’s inaugural music one-dayer returns Saturday 7th October for another dose of its multi-venue spectacular. Taking place in over 10 of the city’s best venues for an eclectic pick-and-mix of live entertainment, Neighbourhood Festival celebrates up-and-coming talent and offers a chance for fans to catch indie rock’s premier artists up, close and personal. With a billing that […]
LCD Soundsystem: Live at The Warehouse Project
This very ordinary Sunday night became a big pen mark in many people’s calendars when it was announced as a date in support of LCD Soundsystem’s comeback album, the fantastic ‘American Dream’. Held at The Warehouse Project in Manchester, this was a very intimate show for a band with such an intense following. Joe Goddard […]