On an arena stage, distance does some of the work for you, lights, production, thousands of voices singing back at you can carry a performance even on an off night.
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Alexandra Kay To Return To The UK and Ireland in 2027 For Biggest Headline Shows To Date
One of country music’s most exciting rising stars, Kay has been able to seamlessly blend heartfelt country storytelling with her huge social media presence, which she began building through her viral “Coffee Covers” series. Mixing this together with her powerhouse vocals, Kay has been able to build a career authentic to her, leading to the milestone of signing with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville last year.
Role Model Announces February 2027 London Date
Platinum-certified singer-songwriter Role Model (Tucker Pillsbury) has announced his 2027 London date, following the success of his acclaimed sophomore album, Kansas Anymore, and a sold-out run of headline dates across North America and Europe.
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Small Room, Big Voice: An Evening With THERA
On an arena stage, distance does some of the work for you, lights, production, thousands of voices singing back at you can carry a performance even on an off night.
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Joanne Shaw Taylor – All The Way From America (Single)
British blues-rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor has had a steady stream of single releases in 2023 “Sweet ‘Lil Lies’, “Black Magic” and “Wild Love” through Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records.
RHODES – Toothpaste (Single)
Hertfordshire-raised, London-based singer/songwriter RHODES first captured everyone’s attention with a series of EPs leading up to the release of his acclaimed 2015 debut album Wishes (via Sony Music).
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RHODES – Toothpaste (Single)
Hertfordshire-raised, London-based singer/songwriter RHODES first captured everyone’s attention with a series of EPs leading up to the release of his acclaimed 2015 debut album Wishes (via Sony Music).
Dion Featuring Susan Tedeschi – Soul Force (Single)
Dion has been writing, recording and releasing music since the 1950s with hits such as ‘Runaround Sue’, ‘I Wonder Why’ (Dion and The Belmonts) and ‘The Wanderer’ dominating the radio airwaves and charts to name a few.
Miss Krystle – Monster (Single)
Miss Krystle is an artist that I first heard about through YouTube as she actively and posts a variety of videos on her channel including her original material, her versions of other tracks, music videos and more.
Newmoon – Fading Phase (Single)
Newmoon are a five-piece shoegaze band from Antwerp, Belgium. They will release their third studio album ‘Temporary Light’ in March 2024 and have shared the album’s first single ‘Fading Phase’.
RHODES – Toothpaste (Single)
Hertfordshire-raised, London-based singer/songwriter RHODES first captured everyone’s attention with a series of EPs leading up to the release of his acclaimed 2015 debut album Wishes (via Sony Music).
Miss Krystle – Monster (Single)
Miss Krystle is an artist that I first heard about through YouTube as she actively and posts a variety of videos on her channel including her original material, her versions of other tracks, music videos and more.
Newmoon – Fading Phase (Single)
Newmoon are a five-piece shoegaze band from Antwerp, Belgium. They will release their third studio album ‘Temporary Light’ in March 2024 and have shared the album’s first single ‘Fading Phase’.
Troy Redfern – Getaway (Single)
British slide guitarist Troy Redfern has been gradually building up his fanbase with extensive touring especially on festivals and support slots alongside a fairly consistent output of new music.
Steve Balsamo and Dai Griff – Summer Rain (Single)
South Wales, United Kingdom based songwriter, musician and producer Dai Griff has accrued at least five years of experience in the world of digital arts of sound and composition at university since 2016.
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Role Model Announces February 2027 London Date
Platinum-certified singer-songwriter Role Model (Tucker Pillsbury) has announced his 2027 London date, following the success of his acclaimed sophomore album, Kansas Anymore, and a sold-out run of headline dates across North America and Europe.
Joanne Shaw Taylor Releases New Single ‘Tired Of Being Right’
British blues-rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor returns with her powerful new single “Tired Of Being Right,” alongside a new official music video, out now via Journeyman Records.
Gil Scott-Heron By Brian Jackson & Yasiin Bey – Live In London For One Night Only
Brian Jackson celebrates his musical partnership with Gil Scott-Heron, with the help of rap icon, Yasiin Bey, at London’s Royal Albert Hall this Autumn.
Culture Wars To Tour The UK And Ireland In June 2026
Texas-native alt-rock band Culture Wars have released their highly anticipated debut album, Don’t Speak, via AWAL, marking a defining moment for one of alternative music’s fastest-rising acts. The album arrives on the heels of a breakout year that saw the band achieve their first Top 20 Alternative Radio hit with “It Hurts,” surpassing 66 million global streams, and sell out their first U.S. + UK headline tour, while also performing arena dates alongside Maroon 5, Keane, Wallows, and LANY.
Joe McElderry Transforms Heartbreak Into Disco-Pop Gold On Uplifting Anthem ‘Love Me Out Loud’
Hailed as one of the UK’s most celebrated vocalists, Joe McElderry is set to make a striking return with his shimmering new single, ‘Love Me Out Loud,’ released on 19th June.
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GAEYA
GAEYA is a Swedish artist and visionary creating immersive musical experiences that invite audiences into deeply transformative journeys. She chatted to us about her new EP ‘Growth’ and more:
Henry Patterson Talks New Album, London Show And More
Trading the board room for the West End, child CEO Henry Patterson returns to the London stage this summer for a one-night-only concert at PizzaExpress Live Soho on Saturday 4th July, marking the release of his acclaimed debut album Broadway Maybe.
Martin Virgo Talks Debut Solo Album, Favourite Instruments And More
Martin Virgo is a composer, multi-instrumentalist and producer who worked with musical luminaries such as Björk and Massive Attack in the early 1990s before going on to enjoy global success with his own band, Mono, later in that decade. Almost three decades on, Virgo is releasing his debut solo album. Entitled ‘Ghost Piano’.
The Bitter Pills Talk Forthcoming Album, Their Hometown And More
UK alt-rock crew The Bitter Pills reveal their long-awaited debut album later this year, and it’s a full-volume statement built on distortion, urgency, and zero interest in restraint.
Tony Jupiter Talks New Album, Musical Memories And More
Tony Jupiter is a Chicano surf goth project formed in 2018 in El Paso, Texas, built on a blend of nostalgic surf rock riffs, shadowy atmospheres, and a strong sense of identity rooted in culture and lived experience. New album ‘Clown Syndrome’ is out now.
Gráinne Duffy Talks New Album, Recording And More
Irish blues-rock artist Gráinne Duffy continues her ascent as one of modern blues and roots music’s most compelling voices with the release of her new album ‘What Am I Supposed to Do’, out now.
Parry Ray Talks New Single, Her Voice And More
Parry Ray is a singer, songwriter, podcaster, writer and mother. Her latest single ‘Bristol Rains’ is out now. We sat down with her:
Pat Hamilton Talks New Music, Playing BST Hyde Park 2026 And More
Rising Scottish singer-songwriter Pat Hamilton has just announced a headline UK and Ireland tour for September 2026 and will also support Maroon 5 at American Express Presents BST Hyde Park. He kindly chatted to us:
Live Reviews
American Express Presents BST Hyde Park 2022
As my friend and colleague, Kieran White entered the beautiful surroundings of Hyde Park on what felt like one of the hottest days of the year we knew that live music would not be in short supply. The last day of the festival was headlined by Birmingham’s Duran Duran who chose this evening to not only celebrate an incredible 40th Anniversary but to also perform their BST debut AND their only London show of 2022. However, part of the overall experience of this festival and its charm for that...
Bat For Lashes, February 2020, Town Hall, New York
My love for Bat for Lashes (Natasha Khan) started when I was 15. Since then...
Alan Clayson And The Argonauts, July 2019, Half Moon Putney, Putney, London, United Kingdom
This many years from their inception, this act could just be going through the motions in performance, becoming a kind of tribute act to themselves. However…the individual character of the ensemble and moreover its material imbues shows with an electricity that few veteran crews can match.
Cornbury Music Festival, July 2019, Great Tew Park, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
So we drove up to the locality on the Friday evening with a view to experiencing some of the Saturday attractions.
American Express Presents BST Hyde Park 2022
As my friend and colleague, Kieran White entered the beautiful surroundings of Hyde Park on what felt like one of the hottest days of the year we knew that live music would not be in short supply. The last day of the festival was headlined by Birmingham’s Duran Duran who chose this evening to not only celebrate an incredible 40th Anniversary but to also perform their BST debut AND their only London show of 2022. However, part of the overall experience of this festival and its charm for that...
Alan Clayson And The Argonauts, July 2019, Half Moon Putney, Putney, London, United Kingdom
This many years from their inception, this act could just be going through the motions in performance, becoming a kind of tribute act to themselves. However…the individual character of the ensemble and moreover its material imbues shows with an electricity that few veteran crews can match.
Cornbury Music Festival, July 2019, Great Tew Park, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
So we drove up to the locality on the Friday evening with a view to experiencing some of the Saturday attractions.
Barclaycard Presents British Summertime (BST), July 2019, Hyde Park, London, United Kingdom
So it’s the Sunday of the first BST concert weekends and a bill headlined by US super diva Barbra Streisand
Morganway / Sirena Grace / Me & Deboe (Discovery Talent 2 Showcase), May 2019, 229 Club, London, United Kingdom
For some time I had been promising myself I would check out Norwich act Morganway, encouraged by their PR and management. Tonight is a show I can make – a tad steadily post my surgery – so I head to town and find a sofa.