Thank you, Gerry Conway.
At The Barrier pays tribute to a rare talent at the passing of Fairport Convention (and more) drummer Gerry Conway.
sunn O))) w/ Jesse Sykes – New Century Hall, Manchester: Live Review
sunn o))) return to Manchester in their Shoshin (初心) Duo form. Shoshin being the Buddhist concept of learning with a “beginner’s mind,” surrendering preconceived notions in favour of openness and radical zeal.
Barbara – New EP on the way!: News
Happy Days! News of the new EP from Barbara coming in May!
Gossip – Real Power: Album Review
Absence makes the heart grow fonder as Gossip make a welcome return with Real Power.
Stiff Little Fingers / Glen Matlock – The Roundhouse: Live Review
Punk veterans SLF return to London before embarking on a tour of the States – we visited to see if they were as sharp as ever…
Jack Francis – Early Retirement: Album Review
Songs in the oddly bouncy key of maudlin from Jack Francis make for a self-deprecating delight.
Rory Ryan – When You’re Alone How Does it Feel?: Album Review
Galway’s Rory Ryan merges Lennon, Carole King et al with the electronics of the 90s on his debut album.
Session A9 – The Magic Roundabout: Album Review
Strict tempo subterfuge bolsters the old tradition with novel tweaks from Session A9.
Sam Lee – songdreaming: Album Review
Embrace this profound release with the openness Sam Lee offers it with, taking the time it demands for a full immersion.
Show Of Hands – Lichfield Guildhall: Live Review
And then there were two; the countdown continues as Show Of Hands approach the end of the road.
Anna Massie – Two Down: Album Review
Sparkly effervescent instrumental expertise. With added vocals. (And mouth trumpet).
Van Der Graaf – Vital (Remastered): Album Review
Van Der Graaf Generator live in the late Seventies…Prog Rock by the scruff of the neck
John Meed & Friends – A Sudden Rain: Album Review
True tales, travel experiences, philosophical musings a-plenty and uplifting string arrangements. All feature on A Sudden Rain from Cambridge singer-songwriter John Meed
Karen Pfeiffer and Paul Walker – Over Hulton Folk Club: Live Review
We catch Karen Pfeiffer and Paul Walker at Over Hulton Folk Club supporting their latest album – Auf Weidersehen Me Duck.
Liam Gallagher & John Squire w/ Jake Bugg / Dillon Squire – Manchester Apollo: Live Review
Liam Gallagher and John Squire bring their new album to home turf. Jake Bugg offers support as well as a slot from Squire Jr, Dillon.