rock/metal live review
Live Review: Skindred / Blackgold / Cody Frost – NX Newcastle, Newcastle 20.09.2023
Words by Barrah T Al-Badry Photos by Renée Bennett Standing amongst the sold out crowd tonight, it was easy to say the anticipation was infectious. After astellar year with their new album Smile, Newcastle NX welcomed the Welsh metal reggae fusion bandto its stage. Opening the evening was the ever amazing Cody Frost fresh off …
Live Review: Black Country, New Road – O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London 10.10.2023
Words and photos by Fearghal McGlinchey On Tuesday night, the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire in London was treated to a captivating performance by the enigmatic and experimental band, Black Country, New Road. It was my very first time seeing the band perform so I wasn’t too sure what to expect, but from the very first …
Live Review: Tortured Demon / Red Method / Unburier – Manchester Academy 3, Manchester 05.10.2023
An uncharacteristically stress-free journey across the Pennines landed me in Manchester for an evening of what was surely going to be packed full of uncompromising Metal courtesy of rising Thrashers Tortured Demon and friends. The bill was bolstered by the reliable Southern Death Thrashers Unburier and the rapidly evolving Red Method from the big smoke, …
Live Review: Motions / Rare Breed / Beatnik – NE Volume Music Bar, Stockton 09.09.2023
A sweaty night of local talent was promised as Teesside metal band Motions took to the NE Volume stage for the first time. Beatnik opened the show bringing with them a huge following and the tunes to match. Looking like a collection of musical decades, they certainly looked the part. They filled the stage with …
Live Review: Royal Blood – Concorde 2, Brighton 05.09.2023
By Henry Groves I don’t think there is ever anything better than a Resident record release show. This time they were presenting Royal Blood at Concorde 2 down on the seafront in Brighton. For a band that had recently played on that very beach to thousands of people, to see them in a venue like this …
Live Review: Rock N Roll Circus – Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield 01.09.2023
By Phil Wright What a fantastic way to start the weekend with a trip to the unique Rock and Roll circus! Walking into the Big Top you were immediately hit with the most amazing atmosphere as everyone was excited in anticipation of what was to follow. This brilliant evening of entertainment kicked off with an …
Live Review: Leeds Festival – Bramham Park, Wetherby 25.08.2023 – 27.08.2023
A Brilliant Weekend of Music and Memories Leeds Festival 2023 proved to be an electrifying and unforgettable weekend with attendees enjoying music, camaraderie, and some epic performances. The festival, held against the picturesque backdrop of Bramham Park, once again showcased why it remains a staple on the summer circuit. From the stellar lineup to …
Live Review: Weezer – White River Amphitheater, Auburn, WA USA 20.08.2023
By Nestor Salgado Pack your bags! Weezer is hitting the road for their Indie Rock Road Trip summer tour, joined by special guests Spoon and White Reaper. This time, they paid a visit to White River Amphitheater in Auburn, WA, USA. Come along for the ride! Weezer started off the show with “My Name Is …
Live Review: South Facing Festival Primal Scream / Jesus & Mary Chain / The Black Angels – Crystal Palace Bowl, London 04.08.2023
Crystal Palace Bowl and the Park has a long history of hosting music events with the likes of Elton John, Depeche Mode at the bowl and even Bruce Springsteen playing at the Crystal Palace Sports Centre 20 odd years ago. Now south Facing Festival is reviving the tradition by hosting a series of live events …
Live Review: Iron Maiden / Lord Of The Lost – The O2, London 07.07.2023
By Rebecca Bush The mighty Maiden are accustomed to selling out stadiums, but it’s still impressive to see a sea ofIron Maiden shirts flow into the O2 in London for night one of their “The Future Past” tour. Lord Of The Lost, a rock band from Hamburg, is the opening act tonight. As this year’s …