Bands 4 Refugees: Why normal people can make a difference

The UN has said that over 63 million people in this world are seeking refuge or asylum somewhere, which is the biggest problem we have faced since World War Two, which is exactly the reason Ellie Rowsell and co decided to collaborate alongside the Help Refugees charity to raise money and awareness for this ongoing situation. Continue reading Bands 4 Refugees: Why normal people can make a difference

Review – Catfish and the Bottlemen. Coventry. (17/11/16)

Since releasing their debut album, The Balcony, The Bottlemen have quickly become fan favourites in the Indie music industry. But this isn’t just for their studio work, but their gigs too. They’ve become renowned for their brilliant live presence and high quality gigs. And, after seeing them myself, I can say this reputation has been rightfully earned. Continue reading Review – Catfish and the Bottlemen. Coventry. (17/11/16)

Review: The Dream Synopsis EP

Words by Ben Bowman.  The Last Shadow Puppets new EP entitled The Dream Synopsis EP was released this morning, with a selection of covers combined with two re-workings of songs from their second album Everything You’ve Come to Expect. Given the fact that we were made to wait eight years for a follow up to their debut, the fact that they have turned around more … Continue reading Review: The Dream Synopsis EP

Girls Against – the movement fighting sexual harassment gigs

Allow me to introduce you to the empowering movement that’s making waves in the live music industry, Girls Against. The idea was coined by four feminist friends (say that ten times over without getting tongue tied), Anna, Anni, Bea and Hann. These four have begun a small revolution against sexual harassment and assault at gigs. In fact, this revolution isn’t so small anymore. Continue reading Girls Against – the movement fighting sexual harassment gigs

NME Awards: Who did I vote for?

Ben Bowman gives you an insight into how he’ll be casting his votes in this years NME awards.  The preliminary stages of voting for the 2017 NME Awards has opened today. In this stage of voting, readers give their open suggestion for each category while in the next round there will be a shortlist for each section. I thought I would give you the rundown … Continue reading NME Awards: Who did I vote for?