When I arrived at AIM’s Battle Of The Bands live music event last Monday, level 2 of SUSU mainly consisted of musicians twinging guitar strings, but as the lights dimmed and things got going there seemed to be a good turnout; it was clear the performers had a decent support base. The first band to take to…
Peace, featured on the BBC’s and NME’s sounds of 2013 lists, played to a packed out Joiners, and proved exactly why they are a band we should all be getting excited about. Eclectic and energetic, their music certainly lifted the spirits of those attending the gig on a cold December evening. Support came from Gabriel…
Cheltenham’s Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun were the first act of the evening, playing songs from their 2012 album, Death. Their energetic and anthemic country punk rock echoed about the Guildhall as the band jumped around the stage, much to the fascination of the audience. The man himself, Frank Turner, suddenly appears during ‘Home…
The Southampton local played their final headline tour date to a sold out crowd in the Guildhall with brutal energy.
Canterbury, a four piece rock band hailing from Surrey, will be playing The Cellar in Southampton this Thursday, with support from Mallory Knox and Blitz Kids. Having toured alongside Enter Shakari, Twin Atlantic, We Are The Ocean, Deaf Havana and Billy Talent, the band have done very well in building up a strong following in the…
Two hours before I was due to see Jason Mraz at the O2 Arena it suddenly struck me that I was going alone to a gig that would be absolutely full of couples which, quite frankly, is my idea of torture. When I arrived my fears were confirmed when I ended up sat between two…
I had only been to Brixton Academy once before, but it was a pleasure to return there as I think it’s a beautiful old venue with a great sound and a clever sloping standing area that means you’re pretty much guaranteed a decent view wherever you are. The venue is only let down by it’s…
On another cold Friday evening, the opportunity to see four excellent local acts at The Talking Heads certainly lifted spirits somewhat. Upon our arrival we were greeted with a suitably festive stage decorated with an assortment of tinsel and a neat little token (a slip of paper) which entitled the holder to one free EP…
When I turned up at the O2 Arena on Friday night—I couldn’t quite believe the diversity of fans in the arena. From older couples right the way down to children, it seemed I had underestimated the appeal of Keane. But then, when looking at the crowd, I started to wonder whether it was possible for…
After the launch of his debut album Every Kingdom in September of last year, Ben Howard’s stunning voice has captured the nation. Howard has impressed thousands with the gorgeous, soulful tones of his music. In particular, his songs ‘The Wolves,’ ‘Old Pine’ and ‘Only Love’ appear the most popular favourites. Although his music is slightly…
Seriously, what a fantastic line-up, for a free show, on Saturday night in Portswood, Southampton, with acts from all over the UK coming together for an acoustic show. Where do I start…? I shall begin with Gaz Brookfield , an acoustic singer songwriter whose Christmas single, ‘Diet of Banality’ is officially released on 16th December. Gaz…
The indie quintet are due to play at The Cellar on the 6th December 2012
It’s been an interesting year for the student four-piece, mainly because a year pretty much sums up the entirety of their existence having formed in November 2011. Having won the Battle of the Bands heat earlier this April and then going on to win the full competition, an increasing number of people have taken an interest in the young…
Cosmo Jarvis was a bit of an unassuming character as he took to the stage at The Talking Heads on Tuesday night. Dressed in chinos and a plain jumper he looked more like a member of the audience than a musician and perhaps that’s why before he even started, he seemed relatable meaning the crowd…