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At The Barrier

Live music, reviews and opinion / Est. 2018

Baxter Dury – Allbarone: Album Review

By JohnMartinson on 11th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

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

shame – Cutthroat: Album Review

By At The Barrier on 11th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

The sound of a band rediscovering their fire. Shame return with Cutthroat.

Big Thief – Double Identity: Album Review

By JohnMartinson on 10th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

The latest release from the indie-folk lamenting sound of Big Thief offers sumptuous servings of stirring music.

Sydney Minsky Sargeant – Lunga: Album Review

By Seuras Og on 10th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

Echoes of a madcap infuse this oddly delightful solo debut from Sydney Minsky Sargeant.

Toyah – Chameleon – The Very Best of Toyah: Album Review

By John Barlass on 10th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

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

By At The Barrier on 10th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

A brief look forward to the 2025 Fairport Convention Autumn Tour that follows a triumphant sold-out Cropredy.

Dollpile – Fake Flowers: Single Review

By John Barlass on 9th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

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. 

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Leaving Eden: Why I Love

By Special Guest on 9th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

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

By John Barlass on 9th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

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

By Howard King on 7th September 2025 • ( 2 Comments )

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.

Katie Spencer – It Was Then That I Knew Love: Video Premiere

By At The Barrier on 5th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

Yorkshire based Katie Spencer shares her new video exclusively on At The Barrier, ahead of the release of her new album.

United Bible Studies

United Bible Studies – Strange Is The Coastline : Album Review

By Seuras Og on 4th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

Embrace United Bible Studies in a new found burst of accessibility, easier on the ear, if still avoidant of the mainstream.

Wolf Alice The Clearing

Wolf Alice – The Clearing: Album Review

By Dominic Walsh on 4th September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

The fourth album from British rock superstars, Wolf Alice, sees them treading a different sonic path with great results.

Faun Hex

Faun – Hex: Album Review

By John Barlass on 3rd September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

Album #12 from Germany’s prime Pagan Folklorists, Faun.  Hex is a mesmerizing collection of songs about powerful women of many cultures – witches, healers and wisdom-dispensers

Amit Dattani – Wrong Kind Of One: Album Review

By Seuras Og on 3rd September 2025 • ( Leave a comment )

Actually exactly the right sort of one, Dattani sparkles with his deft delivery.

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