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At The Barrier

Live music, reviews and opinion / Est. 2018

Charm Of Finches – Bodysuit: New Single

By Mike Ainscoe on 24th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The new single from Charm Of Finches combines their haunting chamber folk with more than a hint of darkness.

Agnes Obel w/ Peter Gregson – AVIVA Studios, Manchester: Live Review

By Dominic Walsh on 24th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Agnes Obel arrives in Manchester with a dazzling visual spectacle and an arsenal of supremely brilliant compositions. Support comes from composer and cellist Peter Gregson.

Steel Panther – O2 Academy, Manchester: Live Review

By Mike Ainscoe on 23rd July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

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.

Folk By The Oak: Festival Review

By Stuart Anderton on 23rd July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The leading one-day folk festival, Folk By The Oak, made its annual return to the sunny gardens of Hatfield House a memorable one.

Jonathan Pearson & Alex Barrass – A Trip To Stocksfield: Album Review

By John Barlass on 23rd July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Award-winning Northumbrian pipers Jonathan Pearson & Alex Barrass pool their considerable resources to produce a showcase work. 

Jim Moray – The Hub @ St Mary’s, Lichfield: Live Review

By Seuras Og on 20th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Jim Moray appears in Lichfield – Great venue, great performer(s), great night.

Yetii – Inner Worlds: Album Review

By Gareth Allen on 20th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Acoustic jazz trio Yetii’s first studio album doesn’t disappoint, delivering uniformly excellent compositions and performances.

Along The Road Forever: Live at the BBC Celebrates the Career and Achievements of Martin Carthy: News

By John Barlass on 20th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Expansive 20CD collection documents Martin Carthy’s live and session performances across a 57-year period from 1965-2022 in a comprehensive journal.

The Flavor That Kills on Butthole Surfers: Why I Love

By Special Guest on 18th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Eric J Hartz, of The Flavor That Kills, shares his love of Butthole Surfers and illustrates how the band has influenced his own band’s music.

Pat Metheny – AVIVA Studios, Manchester: Live Review

By Dominic Walsh on 18th July 2026 • ( 10 Comments )

Legendary musician Pat Metheny brings Side Eye III+ to Manchester for an unforgettable night of music delivered by musicians of the highest order.

The Sex Pistols w/ Frank Carter – Piece Hall, Halifax: Live Review

By Mike Ainscoe on 17th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The Cook/Jones/Matlock Sex Pistols trio and Frank Carter rouse the spirit of ’76. In Halifax.

The Glass Hours – Chapel Glass: Album Review

By Seuras Og on 17th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Vibes of all the important ‘him and hers of rootsy back porch Americana’ flicker across this slow-burning beauty from The Glass Hours, demanding rapt attention.

Singles Selection – Issue #18

By At The Barrier on 17th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Welcome to Issue #16 of Singles Selection. With Singles Selection, we take a look at some of the brand new singles that have pricked our ears.

Million Moons – You Be Good, I Love You: Album Review

By John Barlass on 17th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Hebridean proggers Million Moons turn their attention to conservation and the innermost thoughts of animals for third album, You Be Good, I Love You. 

Soloman Smith – Revolving + Rotating: Album Review

By goletitout1984 on 17th July 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Cambridgeshire based singer songwriter Soloman Smith returns with his fourth album Revolving + Revolving.

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