EP Review: Butterjunk with ‘Normalised EP’

On the 25th of January 2021 , Newcastle three-piece, Butterjunk, released their passionately atmospheric debut EP, titled: ‘Normalised EP’. This North east based trio have been rooting themselves and developing their sound within a diverse range of styles and culture from alternative rock, dream, gaze and lo-fi since meeting one another at Newcastle university. Butterjunk, consistingContinue reading “EP Review: Butterjunk with ‘Normalised EP’”

Sunderland favourite, ‘Independent’ embrace Independent venue week 2021 celebrations with a schedule of live shows that begin tonight.

This week, the 25th- 31st of January 2021, is Independent venue week, the annual week that celebrates all that the much loved independent venues from every corner of the country have to offer, whilst giving a deserving nod of appreciation to all who work, run, perform and visit these local and valued hubs of theContinue reading “Sunderland favourite, ‘Independent’ embrace Independent venue week 2021 celebrations with a schedule of live shows that begin tonight.”

How is the Coronavirus Pandemic Changing the Landscape of the Local Live Music Scene?

The comforting hum of a sound system you can feel from your head to your tapping toes. The spilt drink apologies and sticky floors. The stomping, singing, and shouting in a darkened room filled with perspired emotion. The faded memory of the drunken embrace with strangers you only just met, knowing they’re here for theContinue reading “How is the Coronavirus Pandemic Changing the Landscape of the Local Live Music Scene?”

Single Review: Fossway with ‘Live in the Fire’

On the 27th of October 2020, North East based alternative rock three-piece, Fossway, released their latest single, ‘Live in the Fire’. This single follows on from the success of their previous releases, the earlier 2020 single, ‘Grey Cloud’ and their immense 2019 debut EP release, ‘Bravest of the pride’. As a band which takes influenceContinue reading “Single Review: Fossway with ‘Live in the Fire’”

Single Review: Don Coyote With the New Years Gift of their latest release, ‘Don Quixote’.

Newcastle based trio, Don Coyote released their third ever single ‘Don Quixote’ this News years day. This single comes as a taster for what lies ahead for the Newcastle trio, as its been released as part of their upcoming debut EP which will fall under the quirky title of ‘Don Quixote’s Tinder Profile’. This muchContinue reading “Single Review: Don Coyote With the New Years Gift of their latest release, ‘Don Quixote’.”

Film ‘North East Noise: A Rock ‘n Roll Road Movie with Clippah’ To be Digitally Premiering on the 21st of December.

On the 21st of December at 7:30PM, filmmaker Alex Ayre’s second ever feature length film, ‘North East Noise: A Rock ‘n Roll Road Movie with Clippah’ will be digitally premiering. The premier will take place on the official YouTube channel of Clippah, the local rock band of which this film follows. Formed in rural NorthumberlandContinue reading “Film ‘North East Noise: A Rock ‘n Roll Road Movie with Clippah’ To be Digitally Premiering on the 21st of December.”

Local Band, Post Rome Released Their Brand New Single on all Streaming Platforms Today.

Today, the 14th of December 2020, marks the day that local North east three piece, Post Rome released their latest single, ‘The Idea of having a Boyfriend’. Accompanying the release of this single, Post Rome will be performing a livestreamed gig at 8PM this evening from Motorhouse Studios, Sunderland, where we can expect to hearContinue reading “Local Band, Post Rome Released Their Brand New Single on all Streaming Platforms Today.”

A Review: Local North East Three-piece Cat Ryan With Their Recent Single, ‘Mary Shelley Song’.

Mary Shelley song, released on the 25th of November 2020, comes as Cat Ryan’s third release this year. This unique and fascinating track highlights the extent of originality and talent this North East three piece have mastered to continue to elevate themselves higher and higher amongst the local music scene’s finest. ‘Mary Shelley Song’ emanatesContinue reading “A Review: Local North East Three-piece Cat Ryan With Their Recent Single, ‘Mary Shelley Song’.”

A Review: Sophia with her recent single, ‘Skin’.

On the 27th of November 2020, North East artist Sophia, released her chilling pop single, ‘Skin’ and its nothing but a signifier of the future success in store for this rising artist. Sophia has been developing and finessing her sound over the last year, creating her own personal impression on the North East music sceneContinue reading “A Review: Sophia with her recent single, ‘Skin’.”

Postponement of Futureheads Gig Marks yet Another Covid Related Disruption to Sage Live 2020.

Sunderland post-punk four piece Futureheads, have recently announced that their upcoming live show from the Sage Gateshead has had to be postponed. The postponement has been confirmed to be as a result of a band member recently contracting Covid-19. In a post on the bands Instagram, Futureheads stated: “Really disappointed to say that we’re having toContinue reading “Postponement of Futureheads Gig Marks yet Another Covid Related Disruption to Sage Live 2020.”