Monthly Archives: May 2025

Gig review: HAREM SCAREM – Camden Underworld, London, 28 April 2025

Posted on May 9, 2025 by andynathan

In the melodic rock world few bands enjoy as high a reputation as Canadians Harem Scarem for a consistent career of high quality releases- 16 albums at the last count. Hardly surprising then that they have been a big draw … Continue reading →

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EP review: BRAKE LOOSE – Frenetic

Posted on May 8, 2025 by jason

Symphonic Distribution [Release date 30.05.25] “Frenetic” is the debut EP from Irish band Brake Loose. Opening track “Dancing on the Red Line” will leave you in no doubt that the band are heavily influenced by the ‘80’s (and there is … Continue reading →

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Gig review: LEAFHOUND – Cabbage Patch, Twickenham, 24 April 2025

Posted on May 5, 2025 by andynathan

The chequered history of Leafhound is now into its long awaited third act. The original band’s sole 1971 album ‘Growers of Mushroom’ became a cult classic with original LP’s going for many thousands of pounds. Then in the mid-2000s lead … Continue reading →

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Album review: CARL BALDASSARRE – Retroduction

Posted on May 5, 2025 by jason

www.carlbaldassrremusic.com [Release date: 16.05.25] ‘Retroduction’ is the first of a planned series of four album releases – each offering a different slant and flavour from guitarist, composer and producer Carl Baldassarre. Baldassarre released the well-received ‘Grand Boulevard’ project in 2023, … Continue reading →

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Album review: H.E.A.T. – Welcome To The Future

Posted on May 4, 2025 by andynathan

EarMusic [Release Date 25.04.25] H.E.A.T’s new album shows the benefits of a stable line up. 2022’s ‘Force Majeure’, which marked the return of original singer Kenny Leckremo surprised many with its heaviness given that the first two albums with him … Continue reading →

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Album review: CHANTEL McGREGOR – The Healing

Posted on May 4, 2025 by jason

On Sunday 11 May on Get Ready to ROCK! Radio Pete Feenstra chatted to Chantel about the new album and featuring a selection of tracks. Website [Release 23.05.25] This is Chantel McGregor’s third studio album, following on from her 2011 debut, … Continue reading →

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Gig review: ROGER DALTREY – London Palladium, 21 April 2025

Posted on May 2, 2025 by andynathan

Roger Daltrey may have retired from heading up the Teenage Cancer Trust concerts but at 81 is showing no sign of putting his feet up. Not long after the Who’s Royal Albert Hall performances (and the notorious in/out saga of … Continue reading →