Mikal Cronin arrives at the Brudenell Social Club this Wednesday after the release of his undeniably poppy third solo album MCIII. Building on the critically acclaimed success of MCII, the Ty Segall associate has created […]
In the Middle with Spector
The Gryphon chats to lead singer Fred Macpherson of Spector about Moth Boys, Spotify and Brudenell Social Club. This four piece indie-rock band from London (coincidently named after the group of villains from James Bond) […]
Preview – #0800R1NG2RAV3
If, like me, you have plunged irrevocably into the depths of your overdraft, and if, like me, you’re beginning to wilt under a sudden influx of assignments, and if, like me, you’re often partial to […]
70 Years of Neil Young
Neil Young is an elusive figure in music, one whose importance is often underestimated. Sometimes out on his own, sometimes harmonising with Crosby, Stills & Nash or with the hard-hitting noise of backing band Crazy […]
Preview: UML Presents Strange Parade 11/11/15
Leeds Union Music Library returns to Wharf Chambers this Wednesday for Strange Parade, a biannual party where the UML members provide the soundtrack. Taking the form of a ‘live mixtape’, this is a chance to […]
Preview – Just A Little Swinging Speakeasy
One cannot deny the success of Just A Little’s events thus far in their short lifetime. A certified whoopee, crowds always have a swell time, with no expense spared on the adventure and escapism element. […]
Review – Sub Dub presents Sound System 60 Tour
Halloween brought with it many a trick and a treat this year, as Leeds partygoers were spoiled with the return of Sub Dub to the West Indian Centre. The perfect venue for such a friendly, […]
In The Middle with Loyle Carner
While comparisons have been drawn between Loyle Carner’s mellow, sample-heavy hip-hop and that of American artists such as J Dilla and Slum Village, his warmth of tone and lyrical directness keeps his sound firmly rooted […]
A Case of Joni Mitchell
On the eve of the 72nd birthday of the folk rock legend, we look back on some of her most influential moments. A few months ago it seemed likely that the world was going to […]
UML Gig Picks of the Week
Tuesday 9th: Howlin’ Rain at Wharf Chambers San Francisco’s legendary Howlin’ Rain return to Wharf Chambers, bringing their incredible 70s psychedelic rock sound to an intimate venue with support from local bands The Wub […]
Liturgy @ The Key Club 29/10
The four-piece from Brooklyn slink on stage to begin tuning their instruments in a zen-like meditation, the buzzing, hundred-strong crowd hushes at their presence, as they know what is about to unfold. Front man Hunter […]
Palace @ Headrow House 24/10
After seeing Palace at the Green Man Festival only a few months before this gig, I was pleasantly surprised to see how far they had come in terms of fluidity of performance and image. The […]