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At The Barrier

Live music, reviews and opinion / Est. 2018

Rachel Walker & Aaron Jones – Despite The Wind And Rain: Album Review

By Seuras Og on 29th November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

A showstopping extravaganza of history and songs, singing and strings that nails this duo as a pairing to watch. And listen.

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The Trials Of Cato – Gog Magog: Album Review

By Mike Ainscoe on 28th November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

The Trials Of Cato continue to expand the folk roots. Electric guitars, keys and jazzy funk are the order of the day.

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Ruth Lyon – Direct Debit to Vogue: EP Review

By Mike Ainscoe on 25th November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

Ruth Lyon goes very, very personal but not preachy on her new EP.

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Ranagri – The Lowlands Of Holland: Video premiere

By At The Barrier on 25th November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

We have a first look at the new video from Ranagri – The Lowlands Of Holland, from their Tradition II album.

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Jamie Lenman – The Atheist: Album Review

By John Barlass on 24th November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

Accessible, ambitious fifth solo outing from illustrious indie illustrator, Jamie Lenman

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Rosie Brown – Detail From A Dream: Album Review

By Mike Ainscoe on 24th November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

Rosie Brown presents an eclectic mix, merging the genres into a meaningful whole.

The Vamps, The Aces – O2 Apollo, Manchester: Live Review

By Mike Ainscoe on 23rd November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

The Vamps turn ten and The Aces join in with the celebration. Ten Years Baby!

Cowboy Junkies – Buxton Opera House: Live Review

By Seuras Og on 23rd November 2022 • ( 1 Comment )

A calm and focussed force majeure unleash their controlled maelstrom without fuss or histrionic.

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Marine Girls – Lazy Ways and Beach Party: Album Review

By Gareth Allen on 23rd November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

The Marine Girls two albums are re-released in a single package, and represent indie classics, that remain timeless in their appeal.

Within Temptation, Evanescence – First Direct Arena, Leeds: Live Review

By Mike Ainscoe on 22nd November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

Evanescence and Within Temptation team up for a stunning spectacle in Leeds.

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Plu – Tri: Album Review

By Seuras Og on 22nd November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

Celtic feathers float in from Wales in a surprisingly Laurel Canyon breeze. Tri is the album, Plu is the band.

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The Trials Of Cato – Night & Day Cafe, Manchester: Live Review

By Mike Ainscoe on 22nd November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

The Trials Of Cato visit Manchester’s Night & Day Cafe on the tour that sees them launching their Gog Magog album.

Merry Hell – Folk at the Barlow, Edgworth: Live Review

By Jen Taylor [JenFoto] on 21st November 2022 • ( 3 Comments )

Merry Hell bringing their trademark, joyful sway to The Barlow at Edgworth.

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Cera Impala – Wildest Dreams: Album Review

By Seuras Og on 21st November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

Wildest Dreams by Cera Impala. Attractive acoustic smoke’n’honey bluesy hues; a bluesy ragtime wallow from the Forth delta.

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Threshold – Dividing Lines: Album Review

By Mike Ainscoe on 21st November 2022 • ( Leave a comment )

Threshold light the fuse on another explosive album. The future of quality Prog Metal is in good hands.

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