Author: David Martin


  • It takes no genius to say that Batman obviously has a strong fan base. Starting with the comics, through a spate of horribly cheesy 90s films and into the modern era, the franchise has never lost its appeal. So upon the announcement that Union Films would be showing Christopher Nolan’s critically received trilogy, it is not surprising that…

  • After the success of ‘Midnight City’ yet the relative failure of other singles ‘Reunion’ and ‘Ok Pal’, the French synth-pop behemoth seek to set the record straight on their fourth track from the critically acclaimed Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming. Starting off in a trademark fashion of deep synths, rolling voices, and catchy drum beats, ‘Steve…

  • Another new music fix featuring tracks from Ghost Beach, Capybara and others.

  • Peace initially caused a stir back in 2011 with the track ‘Bblood’ which has since been transformed into the more manageable title of ‘Bloodshake’. Their rhythmic indie-rock made people take note and the 90s inspired single ‘Follow Baby’ followed. Now we see the band launch into their début EP and for the much hyped band the results are mostly…

  • Formed out of elements of Scattered Trees in August 2012, On An On have released the first single from their début album Give In which will be released in January 2013. The track ticks along at a reasonable pace, drawing upon a cacophony of sounds, most notable of which will be the simplistic, indie riffs, but most…

  • Bloc Party have been no stranger to political sentiments over the past decade and ‘Kettling’, the second single from their album Four is no exception. The manic, wobbly guitars from lead single ‘Octopus‘ remain and are driven by a heavy, relentless beat that gives glimpses of a band that produced a brash début in the form of Silent Alarm.…

  • Verne Troyer added to the line up for Monday 8th.

  • After the spectacular success of her 2010 debut Lights, and the development of a much publicised relationship with dubstep pioneer Skrillex, Ellie Goulding has seen herself thrown into the media limelight. This sets her up nicely for the release of her follow up album, Halcyon and we’re given a taster in the form of ‘Anything…

  • As part of a grand opening at Provenance, the X-Factor runners up are set to play a DJ Set on Saturday.

  • After playing their support slot for Wolfgang at Joiners, The Edge caught up with the four-piece.

  • A new programme of events and practical developments are set to reinvigorate the venue.

  • Coming back to the UK after a series of extensive tours, Wolfgang presented their poppy electronica at The Joiners, with support coming from Winterhours and Pivotal. Starting up the evening was the four-piece Winterhours. Their brand of folk infused Americana drew in the initially cautious crowd, and although removed from the hooks and peppy beats…

  • Ed Sheeran is the most popular artist downloaded in the city.