Archive for ‘George’

148 results.
Jun14

CD: “Movement” by Idiom

on June 14th, 2013 at 21:53
Posted In: CD, Reviews, George

After eight years of living in the shadows, I would expect any band to take a good hard look at themselves and decide what can be done to emerge triumphant. Luckily, Idiom have belied all worries of being outdated through an enormous breakout over the last few years.

May12

CD: “Dreamoirs” by Dave McPherson

on May 12th, 2013 at 15:37
Posted In: CD, Reviews, George

When I ponder the hard working musical artists of Britain, the first person who consumes my thoughts always seems to be the powerful character, Dave McPherson.

May11

Takedown Festival 2013

on May 11th, 2013 at 22:44
Posted In: Reviews, George, Gigs

Southampton University Virtually under one roof, Southampton University yet again hosts the highly anticipated Takedown Festival this year. Boasting a lineup swelling with quality and swarms of people infesting every stage.

May03

EP: “Every Weekend” by Monty

on May 3rd, 2013 at 12:37
Posted In: CD, Reviews, George

Although they have only existed for just over a year, Monty have continued to show eons of promise following the release of their second EP “Every Weekend” in their short history as a band.

Apr20

Hit The Deck Festival

on April 20th, 2013 at 18:52
Posted In: Reviews, George, Gigs

On my triumphant return to University following a highly eventful Easter break, I thought it would make sense to stop off at Bristol’s edition of Hit The Deck, a one day festival packing a line-up well worth twice the price I paid for entry. Spread across the O2 Academy (1 & 2), The Thekla, The […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…

Feb05

CD: “Out Of View” by The History of Apple Pie

on February 5th, 2013 at 19:09
Posted In: CD, Reviews, George

When your band’s name is “The History of Apple Pie”, it’s pretty essential that your sound lives up to being as delicious as the dessert it was derived from. Luckily, “Out of View” which is captivated by an eccentric blend of atmospheric buzz saw guitar tones and cotton candy like vocal work has allowed this […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…

Feb02

CD: “Conduit” by Funeral For A Friend

on February 2nd, 2013 at 00:09
Posted In: CD, Reviews, George

After a mighty twelve years as a band, South Wales post hardcore outfit; Funeral For a Friend have churned out their sixth studio effort “Conduit” with the most potent change to previous records resulting from the substitution of ex Rise To Remain drummer Pat Lundy for veteran Ryan Richards. Although some might assume this would […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…

Dec28

Frank Turner/Sean McGowan

on December 28th, 2012 at 12:51
Posted In: Reviews, George, Gigs

the Joiners, Southampton The Joiners have publically announced their recent alarm at the financial deficit they are facing, but with a history hosting some of the UK’s top artists during their rise to fame, one man agreed to help bring them back to a stable financial status once again.

Dec21

Bury Tomorrow/Max Raptor/Bastions

on December 21st, 2012 at 21:53
Posted In: Reviews, George, Gigs

Weymouth Pavillion Unfortunately due to the typical nature of cars to breakdown when they’re needed, I was only able to catch the last three bands of the night…oh well, it’s not the end of the world (#badjoke). The concept of an extended lineup can sometimes exacerbate the atmosphere of a venue, meaning that the fluctuating […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…

Dec16

Skindred/Idiom/Huron

on December 16th, 2012 at 13:11
Posted In: Reviews, George, Gigs

Weymouth Pavillion You know a show is a sell out when you see the police worriedly scurrying around the venue as doors open to ensure the Pavilion isn’t set to burst. There’s good reason behind this, as the queues tail off into the distance of the seaside backdrop, everyone is here for one reason; Skindred. […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…