Maxïmo Park brought both an energetic and humble set to the finale of Live at Leeds at the O2 Academy. The Newcastle indie-rockers opened their set with ‘What Did We Do To You To Deserve […]
In the Middle with Pictish Trail
Being a big fan of Johnny Lynch or, to call him by his stay name, Pictish Trail, I was slightly nervous when I was told to ring his landline due to a lack of mobile […]
The Haze by Pulled Apart By Horses
As Tom Hudson sings “I’m melting faces quite literally”, I cant think of a better way to describe Pulled Apart by Horses’ new album. Whilst listening to The Haze there is an urge to learn […]
Hawkwind @ Leeds Refectory, 16/3/17
It’s been a while since I’ve been the youngest person at a gig, but that seemed the case as I stood amongst fans of 70s space-rock legends Hawkwind at Leeds refectory. “The last time Hawkwind played […]
Preview: The Jesus & Mary Chain @ Church, 27/3/17
It’s fitting to consider ourselves blessed by the return of Scottish indie legends the Jesus & Mary Chain. Their 1985 debut Pyschocandy will be forever heralded as one of the most iconic alternative records of all […]
Prisoner by Ryan Adams
Prisoner is the 16th studio album by the exceedingly talented Ryan Adams, offering an emotional and raw depiction of love and heartache. However, it would be too easy to conflate this record into a mere […]
Preview: De La Soul @ O2 Academy, 28/2/17
The legendary hip hop trio De La Soul are coming to Leeds o2 Academy on the 28th February. This UK tour follows the release of Grammy nominated And The Anonymous Nobody, featuring collaborations with Damon […]
Preview: Hawkwind @ Refectory, 16/3/17
The spaceship Hawkwind is landing at Leeds University on 16th March . A true institution and one of the most influential British bands EVER, they almost need no introduction. They have been a constant force […]
‘This Old Dog’ and ‘My Old Man’ by Mac Demarco
Mac Demarco has released two songs from his new album out on May 5th . The songs ‘My Old Man’ and the title track ‘This Old Dog’ are a break away from the sound of […]
You Want It Darker by Leonard Cohen
Just when we thought 2016 couldn’t get any more disheartening, one of the world’s most admired writers and musicians has sadly passed away; the wonderful Leonard Cohen. Only a few weeks before his death, Cohen […]
Cat’s Eyes @ Howard Assembly Room, 02/11/16
Alternative rock duo Cat’s Eyes performed at the Howard Assembly Room on Wednesday as part of the Beacons Metro Festival. I say alternative rock, but that doesn’t really grant Faris Badwan and Rachel Zeffira the […]
Augustines @ Stylus, 23/10/16
It’s always sad to hear that a band is breaking up, especially when you are lucky enough to witness a concert that encapsulates their talent whilst showcasing the mutual love and appreciation between themselves and […]