Everon – Shells: Album Review
Everon return with Shells to beat a path of progressive rocking, melodic metalling and symphonic grandeur.
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.
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.
Gin Lady – Before The Dawn Of Time: Album Review
Gin Lady provide a soothing soundtrack for the chill out zone. Listen – and you’ll hear the sound of love.
Valentyne – Hate Me: New Video/Single
Manchester Alt Rock band Valentyne release a new video for Hate Me on, yes, 14th February.
Gilmore Trail – Wildfire: EP Review
Gilmore Trail close out with a 17 minute epic to end all epics.
Dream Theater – Parasomnia: Album Review
One step forward, two steps back, in the latest chapter of the Dream Theater saga as ‘MP’ resumes his rightful place on the drum stool.
Dorie Jackson – Stupid Says Run: Album Review
Dorie Jackson flies once again – expect the unexpected from the House of Kaprekar. No Prog required.
Ruth Lyon – Wickerman: New Single
New single from Ruth Lyon. Wickerman offers the first taste of a new project due for release later this year.
Big Big Train – Big Big Bits (3): Opinion
The next in our series of big big bits from Big Big Train is inspired by their 2024 live dates.
Black Eyed Sons – Cowboys In Pinstriped Suits: Album Review
If it ain’t broken, why fix it? Black Eyed Sons add their spin on a tried and trusted formula – and it works.