There are only so many rock and metal acts that have managed to keep their sound fresh and engaging over the course of 25 years, but Deftones are certainly one of them. The Sacramento quintet’s career has been full of ups and downs, most notably the death of original bassist Chi Cheng in 2013, but […]Read More
The latest serving of riotous noise from Marilyn Manson is also a deeply personal escape from the horror show of the present day.Read More
By nearly any measurement, 2020 has been a bit of a dud. But, despite the turbulent times, the rock and metal scenes are having one of their best years in recent memory thanks to a steady stream of stellar releases. So, as we approach the home stretch, it’s time to look back on the five […]Read More
A review of the second album from Southampton rock band Creeper. Read More
We dive deep into all the latest hits on the exciting new EP 'Acting My Age'Read More
‘Falling in Love’ is the latest Frank Turner release from split covers album West Coast vs. Wessex. A collaboration between long-term supporters of each other, NOFX and Frank Turner, the album will be released on 31st July and will see the American Punk Rock band’s take on five of Turner’s catalogue, whilst he returns with […]Read More
As turbulent as the current climate is, all the extra time we’re spending indoors offers an opportunity to practice reflective listening. We’ve revisited some of the best pieces of music history, albums that shaped the landscape of what we listen to today. Here’s a round up of the top ten debut rock albums. 10. Ten […]Read More
The film documents the 2007 concert by the band, as part of their tribute to the founder of Atlantic Records, Ahmet Ertegun. It was Led Zeppelin’s first concert together since 1995, and featured the late John Bonham’s son, Jason, on drums. The film was released in 2012, while the 2013 supporting album went on to […]Read More
The rock band, famous for ‘Teenagers’ and ‘Welcome to the Black Parade’, had parted ways in 2013 but reunited at the end of 2019, causing a stir amongst fans. But like many before them, they have had to postpone their UK tour as a result of the current coronavirus crisis. “Due to the current COVID-19 […]Read More
Mary Helen Josephine reviews 'Fetch The Bolt Cutters," the latest album release from Fiona Apple.Read More
Still fresh off the release of their third studio album, Cocoa Sugar, Edinburgh heroes Young Fathers took to the stage for their last show of the year and tour finale at the imposing O2 Academy Brixton venue, where they commanded a sold-out show in tremendous style. Supported by Petite Noir, the band drummed the crowd up into a stifling frenzy, […]Read More
Ian McCulloch and Will Sergeant serve up fancy but faithful renditions of some of their most cherished works for album number thirteen. Sam Lambeth reviews.Read More
Manchester’s great goth hopes may paint it black, but there’s a blindingly brilliant sheen to their debut EP. The best new band in the country? They are so much more than that. Sam Lambeth reviews.Read More
Hegarty are an up and coming band from Liverpool whose main aim is to “unite the world for its love of guitar music.” They have spent the last three years touring heavily around Liverpool, and have built a reputation internationally through receiving radio airplay in USA and France. Earlier this year, they released a single, […]Read More
Some bands are determined to get a hit. Some merely happen by accident. Whatever the reason, the follow-up single becomes more crucial than ever, and only a handful of bands get it right. Here's a selection of those that followed big singles with differing responses.Read More
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