As lovely as gigs in churches can be, Lisa Hannigan’s set needs less restriction and more sweatiness.

Marcus Foster may be old friends with twinkly vampire Robert Pattinson, but don’t let that put you off.

They may not be re-inventing the wheel but The Vaccines have managed to create their own distinctive sound, popular with so many.

Bassist Matthew Leone’s fight for his life last year has only made Madina Lake more appreciative of what they’ve got.

The bizarre fusion between country and acid house makes Alabama 3 an intriguing act.

The regally named King Charles conquers the hearts of girls across the nation.

If RHCP can no longer put on a show like this one, that’ll be when to call it a day. Until then though, it’d be criminal for them to stop.

An accomplished and interesting live show, Anna Calvi is an act that could restore your faith in British music.

Candlelight Records showcase their roster in Manchester, but does it work. Also, Tom Geddes talks to Orange Goblin.

Frantic keyboard heavy rockers Turbowolf smashed it up with Hawk Eyes, but not before chatting to Tom Geddes

Warning: article contains a half-naked photo of Brandon Boyd. Don’t say we don’t give you anything nice to look at.

Very much an overlooked venue, Joshua Brooks provides a 5 star worthy night of music.

Dog Is Dead: nothing that you’ve not heard done better a dozen times before.

Think Frankie Cocozza’s the most badass, rock n roll knobhead you’ve ever seen strutting his stuff? You’ve clearly never seen The Darkness then.

The Dum Dum Girls manage to achieve the rare feat of recalling Joy Division in a manner that isn’t jarringly obvious.

A modest but devoted crowd greet Brooklyn band The Antlers.

A step-down from their last Mancunian venture at Academy 1, The Maccabees prove that it’s not where you play but how you play that matters.

Poetry and drum cymbals set alight? This isn’t your usual gig. This is a King Blues gig.

You can’t doubt Rise Against’s passion and stamina but as far as live experiences go, this one was a little disappointing.

Two 4 star reviews of Corgan and co. Just because.