Black Country, New Road – Albert Hall, Manchester: Live Review
Black Country, New Road are back in Manchester for the first of two nights at the magnificent Albert Hall.
Hawkwind – Hall Of The Mountain Grill, Remastered and Expanded: Album Review
Hawkwind in exclesis. Mister Tayler does another sterling job in enhancing an iconic album from ’74.
Dinosaur Pile Up w/ XCERTS & snake eyes – New Century Hall, Manchester: Live Review
Dinosaur Pile Up return to Manchester for their latest tour in support of their excellent new album, I’ve Felt Better.
Jo Quail – Notan: Album Review
Jo Quail brings new compositions of unique, classical and progressive music. How does Notan stack up?
Hazlett – Last Night You Said You Missed Me: Album Review
Second full-length album from indie folkie, Hazlett explores themes of self-preservation, distance, yearning and quiet hope – via a collection of sonic postcards.
Baxter Dury – Allbarone: Album Review
Baxter Dury’s ninth album is a bold statement, blending his punk roots with contemporary influences. It solidifies his place in the music world, and offers a fresh perspective while honouring his family’s legacy.
shame – Cutthroat: Album Review
The sound of a band rediscovering their fire. Shame return with Cutthroat.
Big Thief – Double Identity: Album Review
The latest release from the indie-folk lamenting sound of Big Thief offers sumptuous servings of stirring music.
Sydney Minsky Sargeant – Lunga: Album Review
Echoes of a madcap infuse this oddly delightful solo debut from Sydney Minsky Sargeant.
Toyah – Chameleon – The Very Best of Toyah: Album Review
First-ever career-spanning collection covers Toyah’s band years, the solo years and the adventures alongside husband Robert Fripp.
Fairport Convention Autumn Tour 2025: News
A brief look forward to the 2025 Fairport Convention Autumn Tour that follows a triumphant sold-out Cropredy.
Dollpile – Fake Flowers: Single Review
First preview of the forthcoming album from the band formerly known as Isadora Eden. Fake Flowers is as lazy and dreamy as it’s possible to be.
Leaving Eden: Why I Love
We’re joined by Eric Gynan, Co-founder of the bands Leaving Eden and Silver Springs Fleetwood Mac Tribute who shines the spotlight on themselves.
Katy Guillen & The Drive – Outcome: Single Review
Second sneak-preview of Make That Sound – the forthcoming album from Kansas city indie-roots-rock outfit, Katy Guillen & The Drive.
Mark Radcliffe & David Boardman – Over Hulton Folk Club: Live Review
After a summer break, the new season of Over Hulton Folk Club sessions resume with an excellent evening of acoustic folk welcoming Mark Radcliffe and David Boardman.