LATEST NEWS
|
|
 Photo: LJ Huubard Public Image Ltd returned to Manchester with a powerful, experimental set on their ‘This Is Not the Last Tour’, led by a commanding performance from John Lydon. With strong support from The Gulps and The Dualers, the night delivered post punk intensity, unexpected highlights, and one of the most electrifying live shows of the year.
CONTINUE READING  Indie rockers The Wombats have just visited Newcastle's Utilita Arena on the band's current 'Oh! The Ocean' tour and we were there to bring you all the action. The rain may have been lashing down as people made their way into the arena, yet even soggy shoes and wet hair couldn't dampen the spirits of the fans who had been waiting for their chance to see The Wombats do their thing.
CONTINUE READING  A packed Anarchy Brewery in Newcastle as British Lion delivered a powerful, intimate heavy metal set with support from former Iron Maiden member Tony Moore. The night brought energetic performances, fan favourites from both British Lion albums, and a rare chance to see Steve Harris up close in a small venue. An unforgettable show for North East metal fans.
CLICK HERE TO READ OUR REVIEW  Liverpool concertgoers were in for an absolute treat on Friday night, when Falkirk folk-punk band, Brògeal, came to town, packing out both the Arts Club Loft with fans and the stage with an abundance of traditional folk instruments alongside the usual set up.
CONTINUE READING  Heavy metal heavyweights Saxon have been rocking their way across the UK this month on their Hell, Fire and Steel UK Tour and they stopped by to see their friends in Newcastle as they stopped by O2 City Hall Newcastle on the 11th of November. As well as playing their hits and songs from Hell, Fire and Damnation! they also promised to play 'Wheels Of Steel' in full and that is something no fan can resist.
CONTINUE READING  James Marriott - Photo: David Weddle It did take me by surprise just how many people turned out to see singer, musician and YouTube content creator James Marriott perform at NX in Newcastle. I don't mean I was surprised people wanted to see him; I knew it was a sold-out show, but physically seeing a queue that spanned three streets, pretty much, as the line of people coiled around the venue waiting to get their spot as near as possible to the stage. Some fans had been there for 10 hours!!! It really was a sight to behold. The fanbase is a loyal one, and James rewarded that loyalty with an impromptu performance on the front steps of NX, which was a nice touch.
CONTINUE READING  A four band bill on a Saturday night normally means an early start and the first band playing to the room as the crowd are still filing through.
CONTINUE READING  The Royston Club rolled into O2 City Hall Newcastle as part of their huge headline tour in support of their new album 'Songs For The Spine', bringing a packed crowd and a storm of energy with them. The venue was packed, the air thick with excitement and the hum of conversation as fans filled out the room waiting for the band to take to the stage.
CONTINUE READING  It is hard to believe that The Stranglers have spent over 50 years making music together, but here we are, 51 years in. Incredible. To celebrate that achievement, the legends of New Wave have hit the road on a UK tour, and we were lucky enough to go along to their Newcastle show. O2 City Hall Newcastle was crammed with dedicated fans, and despite the tour marking over half a century of the band, the fanbase stretched across the ages. The crowd, both young and old, were eager to witness the band's performance.
CONTINUE READING  It is hard to believe it was 42 years ago that W.A.S.P. embarked on their very first World tour, hitting UK shores with their first ever time playing a show in Newcastle. Now the hellions have assembled again in the very same city, albeit in a different venue as the historic Mayfair is no longer around, to welcome back the legendary rockers.
CONTINUE READING  O2 Newcastle City Hall was transformed into something close to a place of worship on Thursday night, as Rebecca Lucy Taylor - better known as Self Esteem - brought her A Complicated Woman tour to Tyneside for the second time in as many days.
CONTINUE READING  Photo: Gordon Armstrong Legendary heavy metal heavyweights Judas Priest rocked Scarborough back in July. Our very own legendary photographer Gordon Armstrong was their to capture the night.
Check out his gallery here.  Photo by: David Weddle Day two of the Come Together Festival in Newcastle saw headliners Kings Of Leon lighting up the Town Moor with a stunning show.
Check out our review and gallery here .  Photo credit: James Robinson This year’s Hardwick Festival was another brilliant weekend that really showed why it’s become such a favourite on the North East festival calendar. bringing three days of music, entertainment and family fun to the beautiful grounds of Hardwick Hall.
CONTINUE READING  Day one of the inaugural Come Together Festival on Newcastle’s historic Town Moor set the bar high. Thousands of music lovers gathered for a packed day of live performances, food, and plenty of atmosphere, all building towards the much-anticipated headline slot from Robbie Williams.
CONTINUE READING  Relive Oasis’ epic reunion at Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh, a night of hits, nostalgia, and unforgettable moments from OASIS.
CONTINUE READING  Photo: David Weddle Kasabian’s return to Newcastle made a pretty standard Monday up until that point feel anything but routine. After seeing them twice in the past, I wasn’t sure what to expect this time around,it was my first without Tom leading the charge. But any hesitation faded the moment the lights dropped. The show was one of two intimate warm up gigs for the Kasabian so as you can imagine, the place was packed. What followed was a masterclass in energy, swagger and showmanship, delivered by a band that has found a new kind of fire.
CONTINUE READING  Photo: Ross Halfin "On any other day that would have been it, but this was no ordinary day. This was an extraordinary day for an extraordinary man and a band that shaped not just a generation but generations."
FIND OUT MORE  Photo: David Weddle Electric Six brought their high-voltage spectacle to Newcastle’s Digital last night, delivering a 23-song marathon that balanced absurdity with style. With Enjoyable Listens kicking things off, a tight, eccentric support act that warmed up the crowd with wit and jagged energy. This is an act that you definitely need to see live, hilariously funny and full of energy. With Enjoyable Listens set the bar high with a set that showed the night was primed for a dive into madness.
CONTINUE READING  Photo: Gordon Armstrong of G's Gig Shots The iconic winged "P" is flying high on the backdrop tonight no need for the rest of the name everyone knows who they're here for and as Black Francis , Joey Santiago . David Lovering and newest member of the lineup Emma Richardson casually take the stage the sold out City Hall crowd erupts welcoming The Pixies as one of their own !
CONTINUE READING  There was a real buzz around the City Hall on Sunday night. You could feel it building even before the lights went down. Sequins everywhere, people chatting in the queue about what they were hoping to hear, the usual scramble for merch and drinks. The crowd was all ages too, from teens to folks who’ve clearly followed Sophie since her Groovejet days.
CONTINUE READING  Photo credit: David Weddle Rock legend Bryan Adams is back and stronger than ever with his brand new album 'Roll With The Punches', the singer's 16th studio album. To celebrate the new record ahead of its August release, Bryan has taken to the road on the 'Roll With The Punches' tour, which kicked off in Newcastle upon Tyne at the Utilita Arena. Bryan didn't bring a support act with him, but what he did bring was a back catalogue of hits so huge that it was going to take a while to get through them all. Worry not though, as Bryan Adams took to the stage at 8pm and was ready to rock the socks off of the Geordie fandom.
CONTINUE READING  It has been a long journey for rising star Newcastle singer-songwriter Charlie Floyd. We first saw him playing with as part of the band Baltic way back in 2019, where they shared the billing with names like Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds and The Vaccines on Newcastle's Town Moor. Now in 2025 he has made the leap from band member to solo artist, and with his brand new single 'Take it or Leave it' seeing its radio play debut on BBC Radio Newcastle, the future is looking very bright indeed for Charlie.
CONTINUE READING |
news feedThe latest music new, reviews and interviews.. Categories
All
Archives
January 2026
|
RSS Feed