“Like Kathleen Hanna with bear claws grabbing Trump by the p*ssy” – an insight into the latest release from British rock band IDLES
From the dingy walls of Gorilla to the bouncing floor of the O2 Ritz- Idles conquer Manchester’s music scene, all the way to the Albert Hall in less than two years
This week’s record reappraisal offers a rather impassioned nod towards one of the industry’s most humble and thrilling acts, Idles, as their debut album Brutalism reaches its 2nd birthday
IDLES are without a doubt, the most important band of the current music industry writes Editor Olivia White
With barely two weeks since the release of their critically acclaimed second album Joy As An Act Of Resistance, Bristol-based five-piece IDLES descend upon the basement of Manchester record store Fopp to a crowd of avid fans for an hour of sweat-laden carnage
Frenetic, essential and virtuous are the three words that capture both Idles and their second monumental album Joy as an Act Of Resistance
Willie J Healey speaks to The Mancunion about New York, his new album, and the influence of Playboy Magazine
Gang of Four vocalist Jon King sits down with the Mancunion to talk post-punk, student life, and Frank Ocean.
Visiting Manchester’s iconic venue following the release of their third album Food for Worms, the South London band prove they can’t be pigeonholed
The Mancunion chats to the Manchester punk band following the release of their debut album Congregation
Serena heads to All Points East in Victoria Park, with Gorillaz headlining the first day. Other highlights include Remi Wolf, Self Esteem, IDLES and Nia Archives.
As Yard Act finish their first UK headline tour, Sam and Ryan tell The Mancunion about some of the highlights.
Music editor Reece Ritchie breaks down his top 20 artists to check out in 2022. From local to international, here are his personal picks to add to your library this calendar year.
The Mancunion details one of Now Waves’ hottest gig formats in Manchester. Their Mood Swing collective gigs highlight some of the greatest talent Greater Manchester has to offer all at Yes.
Emily Johnston reviews a riveting and riotous night at Manchester’s O2 Ritz, courtesy of post-punkers shame.
An occasional series celebrating local artists who’ve brought us some much-needed winter cheer
Josie Fowler reviews Northside Festival 2019 in Denmark ahead of the 2020 line up reveal
Sam Dynes discusses how the riotous Irish quintet The Murder Capital made the crowd erupt at their sold out show at Manchester’s YES (the Pink Room)
Writer Reece Ritchie sits down with Manchester punk duo Slap Rash and Leeds based Hamer to discuss Manchester, the scene and all things punk
Alternative music culture seriously needs to reconsider putting all its eggs in the post-punk basket, says writer Sam Dynes
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