ArcTanGent is bringing some of the biggest and brightest UK festival exclusives, from mathcore to post rock and everything in between

Is hearing protection for the paranoid, or unfaithful to the quality of music? Is it something we should all be considering? Have a listen to Adam Rogers…

15 years on from the demise of Botch, Adam Rogers explores the bands highly influential, and heavily chaotic final LP

Despite not having a rich history akin to that of Manchester’s other venues, Soup Kitchen has made a name as one of the most eclectic places in Manchester

Massive Attack hit the musical standard they’ve set for themselves, but leave the crowd uneasy with their heavy-handed activism

Megadeth falter after a stellar set from the support, but rebuild their moment with their intense musicality

A band built for a bunker: HEALTH’s live show is like nuclear war

Lucy Rose played a pitch perfect set but just fails to ignite the crowd

Daft antics and shredded faces make Mutoid Man’s gig one to remember

Kode9’s new LP is a hell of a ride

Synkro’s excellent debut album showcases a more mature sound

Karnivool don’t quite recover from playing their energetic songs early

RBMA present a fantastic night of local talent, each able to headline in their own right