Category: Live Reviews

Review and photos By Glen Parkes with photos also by Mark Thompson On a gloriously sunny and swelteringly hot day in Maidstone, Kent, we embarked on the second day of the Maid of Stone Festival 2024. The atmosphere was electric as the stages were meticulously set, the bands eagerly awaited their turn [more…]

Review and Photos By Gary Osbourne Madison Galloway took the stage at The Craufurd Arms with an impressive and heartfelt performance that set the perfect tone for the evening. Her set was a blend of folk, rock, and blues, showcasing her versatile musicianship and captivating stage presence. Madison’s rich, soulful voice immediately [more…]

REVIEW AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAMIEN HARVEY Stone Broken kicked off their three-date tour with an electrifying performance at Chinnerys in Southend on the 19th of July, 2024. The tour, which includes stops in Dover and Southampton, promised an unforgettable experience for fans, and the opening night did not disappoint. From the moment [more…]

Review and Photos By Glen Parkes On a hot and sticky night, the atmosphere at Moat Park in Maidstone, Kent was electric as we gathered for the second Maid of Stone Festival. The anticipation was palpable as Paul Anthony of Planet Rock fame took the stage to introduce the opening band. The [more…]

Review and Photos By Ken Jackson It’s always a treat to discover and photograph a new band, and while new to me, Alex Voysey and his band have been making waves for a while. Recently appointed as Youth Ambassador for the UK Blues Federation, Alex is passionate about the benefits of music-making, [more…]

Review by Tim Marcus with photos from Sam Conquest Photography We’re back at the Springbok Park Estate festival arena in Alfold for the first full day of this year’s event. The weather this morning is damp and miserable and looks pretty much as though it’s due to stay that way throughout the [more…]

Review and images by Carol Henson, also known as LadyGigger! It’s been far too long since I’ve been back to The Musician in Leicester, probably over two years, but I was looking forward to seeing two bands that I know and enjoy.  As is often the case nowadays, attendance could have been [more…]

Review by Tim Marcus with photos by Sam Conquest Photography Just over a week ago, we travelled to Milton Keynes for the last of a series of shows that had been put on throughout May and June to support the fund raising efforts taking place for Catfish’s Matt Long and his battle [more…]

Review by Tim Marcus with photos from Sam Conquest Photography We’re back at the Springbok Park Estate on the Surrey/Sussex borders for the fourth consecutive year to cover this great little (but ever growing) festival once again. We’re here this evening to take in the prelude event taking place for a few [more…]

Review By Mark Pitfield Photos By Mathew Pitfield The 15th Anniversary of the SOS Festival took place on the 5th, 6th, and 7th of July 2024 at Whittles@Tokyo in Oldham, on the rim of North East Manchester. This event, celebrated both indoors and outdoors, promised rock and metal enthusiasts a spectacular experience [more…]

Written by Flynn Herondale July 2024 Rock legends AC/DC brought their Power Up Tour to the UK this week, kicking off with a sold out Wembley arena! Wednesday night (3rd July) saw 80,000 fans turn up to celebrate 50 years of rock with the Australian powerhouses. Starting only half an hour after [more…]

Review by Tim Marcus with photos from Sam Conquest Photography As we enter the site this morning, I’m still buzzing from yesterday’s performances however I can’t wait for today to start as on paper today is the day that has the most bands I’m looking forward to seeing playing, and as always [more…]