Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman – Another Day At The Circus: Album Review
‘Live in concert’ – Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman place one foot in front of the other and walk the tightrope of live performance, making it look a breeze.
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.
Mike & The Mechanics – The Barbican, York: Live Review
We’re at York Barbican – Looking Back and Living The Years – with Mike Rutherford & The Mechanics. There’s even a drift into Genesis!
The Levellers Collective – The Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool: Live Review
We join The Levellers Collective in Liverpool for a deep dive into the catalogue alongside the more familiar expectations.
Jon Anderson & The Band Geeks – Perpetual Change: Album Review
Jon Anderson recaptures his muse with an injection of musical excellence from the Band Geeks.
Steven Wilson – The Overview: Album Review
What happens when Steven Wilson heads out towards the dark side of the moon for the chance to imagine a glance back at Earth.
Fish – The Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool: Live Review
We join Fish in Liverpool as he nears the end of the road to the isles.
Camel – Moonmadness (Remastered): Album Review
Camel album #4 – into the classic era with what could be their magnum opus.
Camel – Mirage (Remastered): Album Review
Mirage – Camel album #2 gets remastered with all the trimmings in an Esoteric Camel fest.
Everon – Shells: Album Review
Everon return with Shells to beat a path of progressive rocking, melodic metalling and symphonic grandeur.
Avantasia -Here Be Dragons: Album Review
Avantasia welcome us to the creepshow with a cast of many and a musical extravaganza to match.
Uriah Heep, April Wine, Tyketto – Bridgewater Hall, Manchester: Live Review
We’re at The Magician’s Farewell in Manchester with Uriah Heep. Tyketto and April Wine in support.
Dirty Honey – Mayhem & Revelry Live: Album Review
Dirty Honey right at home – onstage with their own contribution to the genre defining classic double live album.
Fairport Convention Wintour 2025 cntd: Live Review
We catch up with the Fairport Convention Wintour in Manchester and Lytham as it rolls around the North West.
IQ Weekender – The Met, Bury: Live Review
It’s the annual IQ weekender at The Met in Bury. With traditions to be maintained – we’re in attendance for both nights.
John Lodge – Love Conquers All: EP Review
Valentines Day release for Moody Blues man John Lodge.