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Review and photos By Ali Burman Jack J Hutchinson and bassist Greg Smith prove that you don’t need a full band to make a serious blues-rock impact at Shepherd’s Bush Empire. Opening for Robin Trower is no small undertaking. Trower has spent more than five decades establishing himself as one of the [more…]

Review and photos by Ali Burman The legendary guitarist brings five decades of tone, feel and psychedelic soul to Shepherd’s Bush — and proves that the fire still burns brightly. There are guitar heroes, and then there are guitarists who have created a sound so distinctive that you know who is playing [more…]

Where – Lilliardsedge Park, Jedburgh  When – 4th/6th Sept 2026  Review and photographs by Linda McDermott   Saturday 5th September 2026 Day Two   Day two of Edgefest Festival in the heart of the Scottish Borders had a lot to offer, with seven acts on the bill and the gates opening at midday. After a great night on Friday, when [more…]

VENUE – Club Academy, Manchester DATE – 5th September 2026 Words + Pictures – Graeme Wright It was just under twelve months ago that I first encountered Wailing Banshee at the Rebellion venue in Manchester and they blew me away that night, despite pitting themselves against an excellent support bill. As impressive [more…]

Where – Lilliardsedge Park, Jedburgh  When – 4th/6th Sept 2026  Review and photographs by Linda McDermott   Friday 4th September Day One  Set in the heart of the Scottish Borders, with stunning views and nestled between Jedburgh and Hawick, Edgefest has now reached its fourth year. This year the family-friendly festival has grown to three days, which says a lot about how successful it has [more…]

Where – Witton Albion Club, Wincham, Northwich  When 30th/31st August 26  Review and photographs by Linda McDermott   Sunday 31st August 26  After settling into RockWich Festival yesterday, with an evening of acoustic sets, Sunday was all about the main event. Twelve fantastic rock bands were on the bill, bringing a great mix of the rock genre to the day’s proceedings. The weather might [more…]