[A live band performs on stage under vibrant pink and blue lighting, with four musicians visible playing guitars, bass, and percussion. Behind them are also a drummer and a keyboard player] Let me start with a story many people who know me have probably heard 100 times before. Runrig were a HUGE part of my life, I always joke that they were “technically” my first … Continue reading Live Review: Beat the Drum @ The Fire Station – 18.07.25
It’s a Friday night, and I’m back in my old stomping ground of the lovely city of Durham to see Calum Baird play at The People’s Bookshop – the first gig in their ‘new digs’. If you’re wondering “where have I heard that name before?”, then it’s because we have often featured his music in reviews and our yearly musical advent calendar – safe to … Continue reading Live Review: Calum Baird @ The People’s Bookshop – 18.10.24
Oooooooh, another live review! It’s a very warm Thursday evening in August (the 11th to be exact), and I’ve toddled down to The Cluny for Newcastle’s lastest indie night, run by Shy Bairns Get Nowt. There’s already a great atmosphere, as when I arrive, everyone and their gran appears to be out enjoying the weather. I head straight in to grab myself a carbonated beverage … Continue reading SHY BAIRNS GET NOWT: Kites, Sarah Johnsone, Spilt Milk and Vennels
Yes, you read the title right. This is a LIVE REVIEW! Wow, I haven’t written one of these in a long time. I actually wasn’t even approached/asked to do this one, I just really enjoyed the gig and thought I’d share my thoughts with you all. So, without further ado, let’s dive right into it! I’ve been a fan of Talisk since 2017, when Spotify … Continue reading Talisk + Folkestra @ Sage Gateshead – 20/05/22
(L-R: Michael Barker, The Holy Smokes, The Baroque) Photos: Beth M Cameron Words: The Captain It’s another Tuesday night in Edinburgh. It’s cold and raining, so what better place to be than inside helping The Holy Smokes celebrate the release of their new EP! First up is Michael Barker, who introduces himself and says he’ll be playing a mixture of covers and original songs. He … Continue reading Live Review: The Holy Smokes, The Baroque & Michael Barker @ Sneaky Pete’s 14/03/17
Words and Photo: The Captain On the 25th of March (this Saturday) The Electric Circus will close its doors for the final time after 7 years. The Electric Circus has played host to many amazing acts be it touring or local and if you read a lot of our reviews, you’ll know we spent many an hour at this awesome venue, taking in some of the … Continue reading Goodbye Electric Circus
Words & Photo: The Captain It’s a Wednesday night and what better to do than go to a gig on the Cowgate! Out of the line up, I’ve only ever heard Echo Arcadia before because they were on the final episode of “The Captain’s Log” the week before. However, I have heard great things about the two other bands so I am very excited. First … Continue reading Live Review: Eyre Llew, L-Space & Echo Arcadia @ Sneaky Pete’s 08/03/17
Words & Photo: The Captain It’s a Thursday night and I’m in Glasgow to see Trivium for the second time. I’ve only ever been in Glasgow once before for a gig and I’ve never been in this venue so I’m rather excited to see what the night will bring. We are city 5/7 on the UK & Ireland leg of their “Silence in the Snow” … Continue reading Live Review: Trivium @ Barrowland Ballroom 16/02/17
Words: The Captain It’s Wednesday, which means those “mid-week blues”. However, these are easily cured by some awesome live music. So here I am again in one of my favourite venues The Electric Circus to see two awesome bands. First, we are treated to alterntive Edinburgh rockers SeaOfCrowns. They introduce themselves and tell us to “come over to the party zone” (apparently it’s been scientifically proven that … Continue reading Live Review: Pronto Mama w/ SeaOfCrowns @ The Electric Circus 03/06/15
Words: The Captain It’s another one of those shitty “summer” nights in Edinburgh (you know, pouring rain and wind that knocks grannies over) and I’m cosied up in City 2 for Cavalier Youth Promotions’ FIRST EVER GIG (certainly THE best place to be tonight)! First, the brilliant James King graces the floor; a spiffing mix of acoustic/indie with some jazz thrown in for good measure. … Continue reading Live Review: Lyndsey Craig, The Durty Wurks, James King @ The City Café 28/05/15
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