Richard Bowes – Gary Numan, A People’s History: Book Review
Numan fans open up in a book packed with tales from a job for life.
Mike Ainscoe
Mike has been photographing and writing about bands going back many years. A former writer and Reviews Editor on Louder Than War as well as several online music blogs, he also contributes to Fireworks and to Powerplay Rock & Metal magazines.
Sparks – The Barbican, York: Live Review
Down memory lane and beyond with Sparks – we witness a Sparks love-in at the York Barbican.
Public Service Broadcasting – The Piece Hall, Halifax: Live Review
Public Service Broadcasting excel as they reach the Piece Hall in Halifax for their biggest show outside of London.
Matt Fryers – Daylight: New Single
He’s on a roll. The new single from Matt Fryers sees daylight.
The Pineapple Thief – Far And Wide: New Album News
News on the new album from The Pineapple Thief – Far And Wide is coming in October 2026.
Firevolt 2026: Festival Review
Firevolt reaches a fifth birthday and the sun comes out for one to remember.
Xandria – Eclipse: Album Review
Wonders no longer await as Xandria hit the highs of Symphonic Metal.
Gary Numan, The Piece Hall, Halifax: Live Review
Gary Numan explodes onto the Piece Hall stage with another mesmerizing show. Ladytron in support.
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!
Hawkwind – Sonic Assassins 1977: Album Review
Hawkwind – Sonic Assassins – what it says on the tin.
The Hu – Hun: Album Review
Straight from Eddfest and with a UK tour incoming, The Hu celebrate with a formidable new album.
Pallas – The Midas Touch, The Recordings 1998-2007: Box Set Review
A Pallas retrospective that sees them embracing the Prog as they move into the twenty first century with confidence.
Charm Of Finches – Bodysuit: New Single
The new single from Charm Of Finches combines their haunting chamber folk with more than a hint of darkness.
Steel Panther – O2 Academy, Manchester: Live Review
They’re back on the prowl. Steel Panther bring their Glam Metal extravaganza to their current favourite city in the world. Kelsy Karter and Black Sonic Pearls in support.
The Sex Pistols w/ Frank Carter – Piece Hall, Halifax: Live Review
The Cook/Jones/Matlock Sex Pistols trio and Frank Carter rouse the spirit of ’76. In Halifax.