Blitz Vega: Northern Gentleman: album review
Blitz Vega was the last musical project from the late Smiths’ bassist Andy Rourke and Happy Mondays guitarist Kav Sandhu.
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Just Above Snakes – All He’s Ever Known: Album Review
At The Barrier is always keen to promote young artists. Amongst the plethora of bands and singer/songwriters are the supremely talented Just Above Snakes.
Mark Harrison Band – Fools And Clowns: Album Review
London based Mark Harrison releases his seventh album of original blues roots style music; wonderful melodious tunes and fascinating lyrics.
Aynsley Lister – Waterloo Music Bar, Blackpool: Live Review
Once more, we witness Aynsley Lister as he makes his annual visit to the North West. This time, we head to the brilliant Waterloo Music Bar in Blackpool.
God Is An Astronaut – Embers: Album Review
The Irish trio of God Is An Astronaut release another spellbinding album, Embers. Once again, they send the listener into another aural experience to savour.
Ben Hemming – Thorns: Single Review
Rocking blues or bluesy rock, who cares. This fabulous taster to a new album from Ben Hemming (to be released May 2025) leaves us in anticipation for more to come.
Mark Morriss – St George’s Church, Tyldesley: Live Review
Courtesy of the Early Doors Club project St George’s Church, Tyldesley is full to hear an hours worth of uplifting solo acoustic music from Bluetones’ vocalist Mark Morriss.
Tom Mansi And The Icebreakers – Eyeball: Album Review
Recorded in only six days, Tom Mansi And The Icebreakers new release Eyeball has a surprise round every corner in their efforts to extend the boundaries of blues music.
Bywater Call – Shepherd: Album Review
With a handful of singles currently on release, Canada based Bywater Call give us their latest studio album, Shepherd.
Joe Bonamassa – Live At The Hollywood Bowl with Orchestra: Album Review
Recorded in 2023, with a set list of favourites, Joe Bonamassa and his music is given a different direction with the power of a 40 piece orchestra.
John Mayall – A Tribute: Opinion
At The Barrier pay tribute to one of the icons of British blues, the unique John Mayall, who inspired many a blues fan and musician.
Dust Radio – Tupelo: Single Review
Stockport based blues outfit Dust Radio release the single Tupelo which will surprise but satisfy their appreciative fans.
Chris Cain – Good Intentions Gone Bad: Album Review
A ‘must listen’ for anyone ruing the loss of our early Blues guitar heroes as Chris Cain picks up the mantle.
Bobbo Byrnes – Bobbo Byrnes: Album Review
Lend an ear to prolific and passionate song writer Bobbo Byrnes on his latest self titled release.
Airbag – The Century Of The Self: Album Review
Airbag come up trumps with another progressive flavoured and atmospheric classic.