Monthly Archives: November 2022

Gig review: THE DIRTY STRANGERS – Esquires, Bedford, Thursday 27 October 2022

THE DIRTY STRANGERS – Esquires, Bedford, Thursday 27 October 2022

Without doubt, The Dirty Strangers are one of the best rock ‘n’ roll bands in the country. A bold statement maybe but for anyone who’s ever witnessed them live will understand. There’s an honesty here that’s shorn of any bull, … Continue reading

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Album review: JANICE BURNS & JON DORAN – No More Green Hills

janice burns & jon doran No More Green Hills

Bandcamp [Release date 28.10.22] Janice Burns & Jon Doran are an Anglo-Scottish duo who formed in 2017, after discovering a shared love of traditional music. As the duo explain the album’s theme is one of “songs of love, loss, and … Continue reading

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Gig review: ROBBIE WILLIAMS – Hydro, Glasgow – 25th October 2022

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Alright, I may be stretching the ‘rock’ part here with Mr Williams. Apart from his song ‘Rock DJ’ and a mention of Kiss (without the make up) in ‘Strong’, the ex Take That man isn’t exactly known for his hard … Continue reading

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Album review: JOE LYNN TURNER – Belly Of The Beast

JOE LYNN TURNER - Belly Of The Beast

Mascot Label Group [Release date 28.10.22] The album’s title gives a clue to Joe Lynn Tyner going full on metal, courtesy of his new found musical companion producer/songwriter Peter Tägtgren (Hypocrisy, Pain, Lindemann). He has also recently revealed he has … Continue reading

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Album review: ALTER BRIDGE – Pawns & Kings

ALTER BRIDGE – Pawns and Kings

Napalm (Release date: 14.10.22) In an unpredictable world of turbulence and chaos, it is reassuring to know that Alter Bridge bring regular and dependable quality. As Autumn rolls around every third year, a new studio album from this heavy mob … Continue reading

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News: JOURNEY, REVOLUTION SAINTS, STONEDEAD, (November 2022)

The original line-up of Biohazard has reformed and play a series of summer festival dates including Bloodstock next year. The band are also planning to record new music. Buckcherry have completed work on their tenth studio album due for release … Continue reading

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EP review: THE HOWLING TIDES – Blue Moon

THE HOWLING TIDES - Blue Moon

Website [Release date 18.11.22] The Howling Tides are made up of Rob Baynes (lead vocals/guitar), Hayden Kirk (guitar/backing vocals), Adam Brewell (bass/backing vocals) and Steven ‘Herbie’ Herbert (drums). They’ve built their reputation and momentum with a series of releases and … Continue reading

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