IST IST – Dagger: Album Review
IST IST are back with a bold, brooding behemoth of a record in Dagger – a post‑punk jab that feels purpose‑built for bigger rooms and dark nights.
Ye Vagabonds – All Tied Together: Album Review
The brothers Mac Gloinn expand and enhance both their scope and the sound of Ye Vagabonds, gifting the past with a future.
Finn Collinson – Byway: Album Review
3rd album from recorder-maestro Finn Collinson. Byway takes us on a journey around the UK with a collection of original and traditional melodies .
James Walsh – It’s All Happening: Album Review
James Walsh returns to the studio with It’s All Happening, his sixth solo album following six with Starsailor. Twelve studio releases underline his prolific tenderness, unfolding fresh layers here.
The Damned – Albert Hall, Manchester: Live Review
The Damned honour Manchester on their one-off covers tour that pays a tribute to their late guitarist, Brian James.
Samantha Fish – Paper Doll World Tour: News
The Samantha Fish Paper Doll world tour is set to hit the UK in the next few weeks…
Houghton Weavers – Over Hulton Folk Club: Live Review
Longstanding local folk heritage trio, the Houghton Weavers perform a set of folk standard favourites from yesteryear.
Ben Roberts – TRANSITION, Album Launch, Barrelhouse Ballroom: Review
The old paradigm is crumbling – Ben Roberts launches the TRANSITION album at the Barrelhouse Ballroom.
Only The Poets – And I’d Do It Again: Album Review
After 10 years, Only The Poets grace us with their debut album; And I’d Do It Again.
IQ – Live From London: Album Review
The time tunnel takes a wobbly trip back to 1985. The days when IQ wanted to be, and were, magnificent.
A.A. Williams- The Deaf Institute, Manchester: Live Review
An idyllic evening of dark introspection with A.A. Williams at Manchester’s Deaf Institute.
Aquakultre – 1783: Album Review
Third full-length album from Aquakultre, takes a deep dive into Black Nova Scotian history and says so much that really needs to be said.
White Lies w/ She’s In Parties – Manchester Albert Hall: Live Review
White Lies cap off a two night stand at Manchester’s ornate Albert Hall in support of their latest album, Night Light.
Quick Takes – January 2026: Album Reviews
Quick Takes for January ’26 – Sky Valley Mistress, Alter Bridge, Blackwater Holylight, Ger Eaton, Tessa Rose Jackson and Zu are amongst our monthly appraisal.
Jinjer w/ Unprocessed & Textures – O2 Ritz Manchester: Live Review
Ukrainian metal powerhouse Jinjer bring Duél to Manchester with a bill for fans of the more technical side of heavy metal.