Ms Amy Birks on the Brontë sisters: Why I Love
Ms Amy Birks joins us to explain the inspiration she finds in the work of the Bronte sisters.
Kramies – Kramies: Album Review
Lush and dreamy soundscapes on eight classy songs from Kramies and friends.
Josie Duncan – As The Moonlight Melts: Album Review
Surprising and searching solo debut from this accomplished singer, with a beguiling switch of focus.
Jonas Fjeld – To The Bone: Album Review
Norwegian folk treasure and collaborator supreme Jonas Fjeld celebrates his 70th birthday with his first English language solo album in 23 years.
Crippled Black Phoenix w/ MØL & Impure Wilhelmina – Manchester Rebellion: Live Review
Crippled Black Phoenix take the stage in Manchester on the release day of their new record; Banefyre. MØL & Impure Wilhelmina offer support.
Barbara, The Harriets – Gullivers, Manchester: Live Review
A Brighton whirlwind hits Manchester – and picks up a hoard of newly-converted Barbarettes! Barbara whipped up a storm and At The Barrier went along for the ride.
Marillion – Holidays In Eden (Deluxe Remaster): Album Review
Remaster, with all the trimmings of the second ‘difficult second album’ – Holidays In Eden – from Marillion
Wu-Lu – The White Hotel, Manchester: Live Review
We’re at The White Hotel in Manchester to catch Wu-Lu on tour in support of the Loggerhead album. Halina is in support.
Starry Skies – Small Wonders: Album Review
Starry Skies broaden the Folk-Pop genre with aplomb and a kaleidoscope of styles on Small Wonders.
Snow Coats – If It Wasn’t Me, I Would’ve Called It Funny: Album Review
Confident second album from Dutch power-poppers Snow Coats on Alcopop! Records.
All Points East Victoria Park, London: Live Review
A balmy day in Bethnal Green finds this ambitious enterprise going from strength to strength, with something for everyone.
WACO – Rock Spirit Absolute Joy: Album Review
Ten short, punchy, power-pop anthems from London’s Cosmic Punk favourites, WACO
Alunah on Paradise Lost: Why I Love
Alunah founder member and drummer, Jake Mason joins us to share his love of Goth Metal pioneers, Paradise Lost.
Diamond Head – Lightning To The Nations: remastered album news
News of the newly polished Lightning To The Nations album from Heavy Metal national treasures, Diamond Head.
Jackie Oates – Gracious Wings: Album Review
Jackie Oates and her team cast an airy lightness coated in gossamer quality on her new set – Gracious Wings.