Opinion: Why Paul McCartney is the greatest
Mof from Portable Radio gives us his opinion as to why Paul McCartney is brilliant. This, is why Macca is the greatest…
Opinion: Rush – Their best album of the Eighties
The deadly editorial duo of Dom Walsh and Mike Ainscoe assess the Eighties output of Rush – the holy triumvirate of Lee, Lifeson and Peart. Prepare to be rushified.
Opinion: Top Ten Metal Breakdowns by Death Remains
Death Remains recently released their new single; Self Reflection. The band join us as they give us their top metal breakdowns.
Opinion: Why were Fair Ohs not on everyones playlist?
Sometimes, a record comes along that blows you away but for the life of you, you can’t figure out why other people aren’t raving about it. Our man Sam had a realisation like this over Fair Ohs Everything Is Dancing album.
Opinion: Top 10 bands to watch in Manchester
Manchester has always been a hotbed of great bands. We take a look at which bands to keep an eye on as Manchester continues to thrive.
Neil Innes – A Celebration
At The Barrier writer, John, is a devotee of the man and the many guises and talents of Mr Neil James Innes. Please enjoy, not an obituary, but a personal celebration of one of England’s finest performers.
Opinion: The New Jamaican Reggae Renaissance
Reggae has been one of the most popular music genres for many years. It’s sound, voice and conscience. In a guest column, we welcome Manchester rapper, writer and MC, J.Chambers to the site to give us some pointers on the people leading the New Jamaican Reggae Renaissance.
Opinion: Artists Who Polarise
Phil Weller of Manchester prog metal band Prognosis, shares his thoughts on bands that have polarised fans opinions with their varied output.