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Photography and comedy events start the year at the Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas!

By Ruth Rae
Join The Punk Rock Museum on January 25, 2025, when they welcome the opening of the exhibit Saint Vitus Bar: The First Ten Years: Photos from Brooklyn's Most Beloved Institution by Nathaniel Shannon. Opening night features an Artist Discussion with Walter Schreifels (Quicksand, Youth of Today, Gorilla Biscuits) and photographer Nathaniel Shannon, moderated by Dan Ozzi Continue Reading
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Album review: Lunar Sounds’ debut LP  – ‘Out The Dark’

By Herman de Tollenaere
'Out The Dark' is the culmination of Lunar Sounds' punk-infused work to date, and shows why they’ve been such a mainstay of the UK northern music scene since 2018. Lunar Sounds have consistently explored themes of self-worth and societal expectations in their music, delivering their message with a raw, defiant attitude that strikes a chord with listeners. Another reminder Continue Reading
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Album review: Dokuga – ‘Antes Do Fim’

By Alex Goose
It’s strange how some of the most abrasive, fierce and downright evil-sounding music comes from some of the sunniest, most beautiful places. For example, the so-called ‘sunshine state’ of Florida has birthed what is arguably the USA’s most fertile death metal scene. And clearly even picturesque Portugal must have a dark side; how else to explain the existence of Dokuga and Continue Reading
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Undercover Festival and Events are gearing up for a tremendous 2025!

By Ruth Rae
The Guildford based Undercover team are set to bring plenty of music to your ears this year! Organiser Mick Moriarty promises attendees won’t find anything like Undercover Festival and Events - the best in grassroots and legendary alternative music, plus the friendliest crowd around. With something happening almost every month at Undercover in Guildford (and at the two day Continue Reading
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The Chameleons release ‘Live at The Camden Palace’ double album with Barcelona rarities!

By Ruth Rae
Just over four decades since launching their illustrious legacy and several years since original members Mark Burgess and Reg Smithies reformed the band, UK post-punk icons The Chameleons have enjoyed a brilliant 2024. In continued celebration of their larger than life presence, UK label Moochin' About Records has brought together two superb performances by The Chameleons Continue Reading