CHVRCHES’ Lauren Mayberry offers up glitz & drama for solo live show at London’s KOKO

Her debut solo live outing in the capital saw her showcase eight brand new tracks, including recent singles ​‘Are You Awake?’ and ​‘Shame’.

12th October 2023

A brilliant balance between artistry and connection as The Xcerts hit London’s Lafayette

It’s hard not to feel even a little misty-eyed at the fact they’ve made it through the other side.

9th October 2023

The Itch, Memory of Speke and Red Ivory kick off our One Way Or Another gig series in style

The first of our monthly shows with Parallel Lines brought a trio of upcoming bands to East London’s Dream Bags Jaguar Shoes.

9th October 2023

The 12 best new artists of Reeperbahn 2023, ft English Teacher, Deadletter, Penelope Scott and more

It was another vintage year for the multi-venue Hamburg soiree.

26th September 2023

Prima Queen and Shanghai Baby shine at the latest SON Estrella Galicia showcase

For those in the know, these events are fast becoming some of the most anticipated gigs in London.

18th September 2023

Heavyweight headliners, phenomenally ambitious visuals and inclusive programming make The Town 2023’s most impressive new festival

The São Paulo event kicked off its debut year with a smorgasbord of entertainment in all forms.

13th September 2023

Angel Olsen, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Wet Leg & more are highlights at another charming edition of End of The Road

Along with its eclectic line-up, the alchemy of the Dorset event makes it the perfect way to close out summer.

7th September 2023

Fred again.. brings vulnerability and emotion to the club as he begins his sold-out Alexandra Palace run

For the most part, the crowd are utterly in the palm of his hand.

5th September 2023

Florence + The Machine, Foals and Amyl & the Sniffers swing big at the second year of Málaga’s Cala Mijas

As for Friday headliners The Strokes, it’s a tale of two halves…

4th September 2023

Turnstile become leaders of the pack at the hardcore underdogs’ Manchester show

That fans have followed them so closely during the past ten plus years comes as no surprise, with the band both on record and on stage playing stronger than ever.

31st August 2023

Same as it ever was: Billie Eilish, The Killers and Sam Fender bring singalongs (and fireworks) to Reading 2023

Yard Act kick off a weekend that also sees huge sets from Wet Leg and Declan McKenna, plus the return of SOFT PLAY.

30th August 2023

Yeah Yeah Yeahs triumph as The Strokes are marred by sound issues yet again at All Points East

From Karen O to Be Your Own Pet, HotWax and Angel Olsen, it was the women that ruled the field.

28th August 2023

Aphex Twin, Kelela, Moderat & more cut through sound issues to stand out at Field Day 2023

Richard D. James does his best to lift the roof off a day of patchy sound at London’s Victoria Park.

25th August 2023

Young Fathers, Confidence Man and Jockstrap are standouts at an emphatically nice Green Man 2023

Quite possibly your favourite artist’s favourite festival.

23rd August 2023

A hedonistic whirlwind of empathetic tears and unrivalled joy engulfs boygenius’ giant Gunnersbury Park show

The trio sit atop a rising spring of pure self-acceptance; powerful yet vulnerable and immeasurably relatable.

22nd August 2023

Heavy rain doesn’t dampen spirits at an indie-heavy Y Not 2023

It’s a weekend packed with indie anthems past, present and future.

2nd August 2023

Mark Ronson closes out Montreux Jazz Festival with a bespoke show that echoes the spirit of a truly unique event

Now in its 57th year, the Swiss soiree is still operating in a niche of its own.

18th July 2023

Wet Leg, Yard Act and local talent battle the heat at Pohoda 2023

An idyllic weekend in a beautiful part of the world… tarmac ​‘n’ all.

17th July 2023

Years & Years, Liam Gallagher & more bring Mad Cool 2023 to a triumphant close

Red Hot Chili Peppers headlined the final day of this year’s Madrid festival.

12th July 2023

Lana Del Rey reaches living legend status (and gets to finish her set) at London’s British Summer Time

What follows is a sweeping ninety-minute journey through the discography of a bonafide living legend.

11th July 2023

Wembley Stadium becomes a ball of infectious energy for Blur’s biggest moments yet

It’s a two-hour reminder of just how they earned their place at the top.

10th July 2023

Muse channel early fury while Arctic Monkeys, Queens of the Stone Age and Iggy Pop continue legacies at Rock Werchter 2023

Meanwhile relative newcomers Sam Fender, Nova Twins and Militarie Gun also impress.

10th July 2023

The stuff of legend: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band at their second Hyde Park headline

Last time Bruce Springsteen played Hyde Park, his set overran and organisers cut the power as he stood on stage with Paul McCartney. This time around, The Boss ensured that nothing fell short.

10th July 2023

Bon Iver & Japanese Breakfast dazzle against a stunning Italian backdrop for La Prima Estate 2023

Nas also headlined an eclectic line-up including performances from Alt‑J, Lana Del Rey and more.

8th July 2023