The boss of Parklife Festival in Manchester is calling for the festival weekend to be a bank holiday. He argues that it would be better for the economy to spread out the May bank holidays, […]
At the barrier for Superorganism | Gallery
Superorganism, the wonderfully undefinable indie-pop collective making serious waves in the UK’s underground music scene, played a sold-out show at Belgrave Music Hall last night (12/3). Our photographer and music editor Clare Redman was at […]
Morrissey Blends Old and New Tracks in FDA Headlining Slot, 24/2
Tickets for this gig went on sale at 10am on my 21st birthday, so like the die-hard Morrissey fan I am, I was up and ready with plenty of time to spare. However, at precisely […]
InTheMiddle with The Wailers
The Wailers are currently touring the world-renowned album Legend around the UK. Three of our readers were lucky enough to win pairs of tickets to their gig at Leeds O2 Academy, so Music Editor Clare […]
How to Play The Game: The Gryphon’s Guide to Bongo’s Bingo
Arrive Early! Yes, it feels strange starting pre-drinks at half 5, frantically guzzling down rum and coke while simultaneously making your dinner, but arriving early to Bongo’s Bingo is essential. Tables fill quickly, and if […]
The Best Albums of 2017
2017 has been an incubator for innovative music breaking into commercial success. From Loyle Carner to Wolf Alice, to Nick Hakim to SZA, this year saw some groundbreaking new albums. Here are the best of […]
Wolf Alice have ‘Lucky Lucky Leeds’ in the Palm of Their Hands @ O2 Academy, 18/11
From opener ‘Heavenward’, Wolf Alice had the crowd at O2 Academy in the palm of their hands. The crowd-surfing and moshing had already begun by second song ‘Yuk Foo’, setting the tone for the rest […]
Editor’s Picks: The November Soundtrack
With deadlines popping up left, right and centre, us music editors thought it would be productive to let you know what we’ve been listening to this month and what gigs we’re excited for in December… […]
Front Row: Wolf Alice at O2 Academy in photos
All Images by Clare Redman
Brudenell Groove transform Hifi into The Black Lodge
Clambering down Hifi’s dark stairs and entering through a thick, red velvet curtain, party-goers emerge in the Black Lodge from Twin Peaks. For those unfamiliar with the cult 1990’s TV show directed by David Lynch, […]
Regression Sessions up their game
Regression Sessions is always a safe bet for Halloween, known for putting on events with special effects and props that do not disappoint. 2017’s event at Canal Mills on Tuesday 31st was no exception to […]
Jungle @ Beacons Metro, Canal Mills, 2/11
“You’re f***ing amazing Leeds!” exclaimed Josh Lloyd-Watson, as the lights dimmed in the sweaty warehouse of Canal Mills. Indeed, Leeds is a pretty spectacular place to perform, giving audiences the chance to see some of […]