rock/metal live review
Live Review: John Fogerty – The O2, London 29.05.23
By Adrian Peel Tonight’s gig from John Fogerty, the legendary singer, songwriter and driving force behind Creedence Clearwater Revival, began with a short video showing an interview with the musician, responsible for many of the most instantly-familiar tunes in rock, revealing how he first started writing songs. He also expressed his delight at owning CCR‘s back catalogue once …
Live Review: Steel Panther / Winger – Kentish Town Forum, London 20.05.23
By Rebecca Bush There is always an electric excitement in the air whenever Steel Panther come to town , you know you are going to have a kick ass time and true to form tonight they deliver!! Joining them on this leg of their ‘On The Prowl’ tour are long standing rock legends Winger. They …
Live Review: Incineration Festival 2023 – London 13.05.2023
As the clock struck midday, I stepped out of the black cab, raised my head and I was met with the comforting sight of The Underworld on the horizon, the day had finally arrived, Incineration Fest 2023 was here. I thanked the cabbie and proceeded to grab my wristband and accreditation and then make my …
Live Review: James – Sheffield City Hall, Sheffield 04.05.23
A trip to Sheffield City Hall for the sold out ‘James Lasted’ Orchestral Tour. A totally different twist on the music tonight, the band were joined on stage by conductor Joe Duddell with the ORCA22 Orchestra and featuring the Manchester Inspirational Voices choir. Having tried to do a headcount I would estimate there were around …
Live Review: Hot Mulligan / Arms Length – The Garage, London 27.04.23
By Henry Groves Although this was a small 600 capacity venue, it didn’t stop crowds queuing to make sure they got a good spot in the Highbury music venue. By the time the support, Arms Length, came on, the venue was already near capacity. I did think it was because Hot Mulligan don’t tour the …
Live Review: Reverend and the Makers / Sam Scherdel – The Leadmill, Sheffield 29.04.23
A trip to the Leadmill in Sheffield for the Reverend and the Makers Heatwave In the Cold North album launch show. First up was Sam Scherdel and his excellent band with a stripped back semi acoustic set. No drums but an equally effective Cajon percussion replacement which helped set the right vibe. In tune with …
Live Review: Goat – Electric Brixton, London 22.04.2023
Those inscrutable Swedish experimentalists Goat conclude their UK tour with this sold out London headline date celebrating their latest album Oh Death. Brixton is the setting for the latest episode of their most absorbing Scandi-drama. Seven masked figures emerge through the will-o’-the-wisp. Only the addition of an ancient yew tree would add more pagan attitude …
Live Gallery: DMA’s – Engine Shed, Lincoln 12.04.2023
By Ellen Mae Dma’s highly anticipated new album ‘How Many dreams?’ is out now. Across twelve tracks, thealbum weaves electronic dance elements seamlessly through the beloved foundations of guitar rock. The band have embarked on a full UK tour to bring their high energy to our shores. See the photo below of their gig at …
Live Review: Cannibal Corpse / Dark Funeral / Ingested / Stormruler – Manchester Academy, Manchester 21.04.2023
As I forged my way across the Pennines, I was extremely excited for the evening that stood before me, an eclectic mix of metal sub genres and an evening of uncompromising brutal Death and Black metal from various corners of our planet. Early doors meant a sprint to the box office to grab my accreditation …
Live Review: Gary Numan / Raven – Electric Ballroom, London 14.04.2023
A Trio run of special sold out shows took place at the iconic Electric Ballroom in Camden marking t the 998, 988 and 1000 shows from Gary Numan and will go down in history for the long standing illustrious career from the godfather of synth pop. Special guest for the shows was Raven Numan his …