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Backed by a 7-strong band, Iggy Pop prowled onto the stage, rapidly discarding his leather waistcoat, taking front and centre place. There was no doubt that this man can effortlessly command a crowd of thousands with his immense stage presence. Exuding a wild spirit with his raw, unfettered attitude, this was Iggy's night from start to finish. Backed by his hand-picked Continue Reading

Yep it's that time of the year again! After what has seemed like an interminable wait, Slam Dunk Festival season is upon us, and we excitedly join the colourful throng of people snaking their way into Hatfield Park, all seeking their fix of various flavours of punk (pop, ska, etc.) and all things '-core'. Our pens are at the ready, and here we go!Continue Reading

Anarchic Punk 'n' Poetry duo Cherry & Peesh are bringing their unique blend of energy and irreverence to the fringe circuit with their loving tribute to the late, great actor and comedian Rik Mayall, augmented by the release of a brand new EP; 'The Rik 'N' Roll Show'. Combining sharp wit, catchy tunes, and a touch of chaos (much like Rik on screen and stage!) Cherry & Continue Reading

Alternative punk/metal band The Freudian Session are based in Reading, UK. New EP release ‘Matter Of Time’ is sick as fuck! It consists of five tracks, all of which are heavy and raw. They show a lot of passion and emotion, and get the points across. So many insane riffs and basslines, loud and fast drums, and the vocals are on point with the rawness and intensity.Continue Reading

A new band have emerged from Hereford, UK. YŪNGOLD formed back in late 2023. Playing their first gig at Hereford’s indie gem, The Jam Factory in May 2024, by July that year, they had recorded four tracks for the venue’s Live From The Little Green Room sessions. They released their debut EP ‘Force Of Habit’ on 2nd May 2025, which consists of four brilliantly unique and raw Continue Reading

Fancy a midweek dance, anyone? Well, if you’re at the Hope & Anchor tonight, you’ve come to the right place. Shake Some Acton has done it again with four very different bands, all united in their ability to make us move - no mean feat on a somewhat humid Wednesday.Continue Reading

Sheffield’s music scene has always punched above its weight — the city still breeds rebellion and grime, and few places channel that energy better than Yellow Arch Studios. On the 14th of May, it was the punk torchbearers who set it alight — led by the fearless Panic Shack and rising force The Pill. Two killer bands. One unforgettable night. And a reminder that if you want Continue Reading

Ancestral Sin hail from the Netherlands, and are true crossover veterans, having been blending hardcore and metal influences since 1989. This EP is the follow up to 2022’s full-length ‘Social Hate Speech’, and according to the band themselves, people who haven’t heard them before “should expect a speedy kick in the face until the very last second”. We’ve been warned.Continue Reading

It’s probably just as well I didn’t know about your late-night Overground engineering works before I left for this gig, otherwise I may have balked at the prospect of what turned out to be a nearly 2-hour journey home from New Cross to north London. It also maybe explains the so-so turnout at the New Cross Inn tonight; goodness knows it’s not for lack of quality bands.Continue Reading

A classic Los Fastidios album full of great Ska Punk songs to fill you with jOi! Hard-working Italian punks Los Fastidios released ‘Lovesteady’ in early April. It’s their 13th album and it’s one of the best!Continue Reading