Damnation Festival 2026 – Full line up revealed: News
Damnation Festival 2026 complete the line up for what will be a huge celebration of extreme music across all genres and boundaries.
At The Barrier
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Barbara at Fairport’s Cropredy Convention 2026: Interview
At The Barrier catches up with Barbara after their triumphant appearance at Fairport’s Cropredy Convention. John Barlass asks the questions…
Fairport’s Cropredy Convention 2026 – Gallery (2)
From the barrier and beyond. Our gallery of day two of Fairport’s Cropredy Convention 2026.
Fairport’s Cropredy Convention 2026 – Gallery (1)
From the barrier and beyond. Our gallery of day one of Fairport’s Cropredy Convention 2026.
Singles Selection – Issue #21
Welcome to Issue #21 of Singles Selection where we take a look at some of the brand new singles that have pricked our ears.
Fairport’s Cropredy Convention 2026 – Day Three: Live Review
Day three of Fairport’s Cropredy Convention brings down the curtain on another fantastic festival with Fairport Convention closing things in grand tradition.
Fairport’s Cropredy Convention 2026 – Day Two: Live Review
Day two of Fairport’s Cropredy Convention was one full of youth and experience with a wide array of genres on show.
Fairport’s Cropredy Convention 2026 – Day One: Live Review
Day One of Fairport’s Cropredy 2026 is an absolute scorcher both on the stage and off! Temperatures rocket as we achieve lift off for the 2026 event.
Matt Fryers – Daylight: New Single
He’s on a roll. The new single from Matt Fryers sees daylight.
Singles Selection – Issue #20
Welcome to Issue #20 of Singles Selection. With Singles Selection, we take a look at some of the brand new singles that have pricked our ears. Some of them might be the precursor to a forthcoming album, others might be standalone. Whatever the intent, these singles are worthy of your time.
Stand By Me – Bob Harris, A Celebration: News
News of a star studded line up set to gather at the Royal Albert Hall in tribute to Bob Harris.
Last few tickets for Tynebound: News
New event from Reaper Agency UK, Tynebound, to take place in Newcastle in September, nearly reaches capacity.
Kaspar ‘Berry’ Rapkin – Bentonia: Video Premiere
A video premiere of Bentonia from Kaspar ‘Berry’ Rapkin from the upcoming Blues From The Land Of The Living album.
Kavus Torabi – October By Name: Album News
Polymath (or solipsistic) Kavus Torabi (Gong, The Utopia Strong…etc) has a new album afoot. A tour too!
Singles Selection – Issue #19
Welcome to Issue #19 of Singles Selection. With Singles Selection, we take a look at some of the brand new singles that have pricked our ears.