The Top 5: The Rebirth of Cool While the corporate spreadsheets are busy recycling 2014’s "Safe Indie" for the summer festivals, the real ROI is happening on the fringes. No fleece. No filler. Just the sounds of the resistance. 1. Hannah Robinson – Ruining The Moment The Vibe: Grunge-rock Natalie Dormer. The Audit: A visceral, … Continue reading MARCH 2026: THE AUDITOR’S CHOICE
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Belfast Gig Review by Kimbo
McHughs 19th November 2022 DP EVENTS and Paula present Brother Vice, The Baines and Red Eye Pariah DP EVENTS with the support of our Belfast Music Queen , The Real Paula C put on an incredible night of music for us at McHughs this rainy November evening with sets from Brother Vice, The Baines and … Continue reading Belfast Gig Review by Kimbo
My Albums of the Year 2021
Below are snippets and links to the albums that I reviewed in 2021 - they are in no particular order and I haven't ranked them as there are all worthy and interesting which is why I reviewed them in the first place. Please take some time to revisit or read for the first time and … Continue reading My Albums of the Year 2021
Neighbourhood Weekender 21 Review – Guest Writer Amy Parkin
Well, I guess I should start this the week before #NBHDWKND21 when we made a very last-minute decision to throw caution to the wind and get tickets for a festival the next weekend. It felt like pre-Covid times, deciding to do something on a whim, how exciting! I’ve never been to Neighbourhood Weekender before and … Continue reading Neighbourhood Weekender 21 Review – Guest Writer Amy Parkin
New Artists – New Albums – For Your Consideration
A couple of new artists to me that are about to release new albums. So what did I think? Read below. Joe Adhemar - Found Ourselves This is Joe's 3rd album and recorded by himself during lockdown where he sings and plays all instruments. It starts of with the melodic and uplifting Be My Coastguard … Continue reading New Artists – New Albums – For Your Consideration
Archive – The Stone Roses
Ever wondered how big the roses were back in the day. They were in smash hits. That's how big. Here's some stuff from my archives. Various magazines etc from 89 onwards. I have more but size is difficult (ask my wife). Anyway adore at your leisure. Spike Island Smash Hits Reviews and tings https://open.spotify.com/artist/1lYT0A0LV5DUfxr6doRP3d?si=l3ahgHgIS56a8JytuGLDvQ
Single of the Week – Enemies – Skylights
Who didn't love seeing this in the good old days of the NME. It really meant something and almost guaranteed a new artist more coverage and increased fan base. I've lost count the amount of bands I fell in love with due to this. So whilst I have no doubt my own views won't have … Continue reading Single of the Week – Enemies – Skylights
