Saint Etienne – International: Album Review
St Etienne reflect on their time together with a final release full of heavyweight collaborations and life affirming music.
Martin McAloon: Interview
Peter Freeth chats to Prefab Sprout man Martin McAloon ahead of him touring the Steve McQueen album.
Steve Hackett – 2026 UK Tour: News
Steve Hackett announces his UK touring plans for 2026 as the Genesis Revisited machine rolls on.
Haunted Like Human – Appaloosa: Single Review: Single Review
The hors d’oeuvres keep on coming. Appaloosa is the third taster for the forthcoming album from Nashville duo Haunted Like Human.
Jo Quail w/ Sieben – Deaf Institute, Manchester: Live Review
We catch up with Jo Quail at Manchester’s Deaf Institute at the start of her tour for the Notan album.
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.Â