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The Flemish Primitives new single ‘Luckily I don’t look that bad’

By Herman de Tollenaere
Based in Leuven, Belgium, The Flemish Primitives are five young guys with a lot of passion and enthusiasm. Each musician brings their own unique contribution to the band's sound; an eclectic mix of garage rock, punk, indie and psychedelic. Their fourth single, 'Luckily I don't look that bad' is a humorous song about the good looks of the band members, which they need to Continue Reading
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Book review: ‘Days And Days: A Story About Sunderland’s Leatherface And The Ties That Bind’

By Hannah Calver
This book has so much detail - Chris MacDonald has an incredible memory of everything! He recounts his own stories and experiences, as well as the stories and experiences of others, including the band themselves. He tells us how he met Leatherface, all the gigs and tours he’s been to with the band, and includes many interesting facts throughout the story. Overall, 'Days Continue Reading
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Thin Lizzy announce ‘Acoustic Sessions’ album for early 2025 release

By Alex Goose
Rock legends Thin Lizzy have returned with an album of acoustic reworkings of some of their most beloved songs, combining the original vocals of late frontman Phil Lynott with brand-new guitar parts from founding member Eric Bell. Fans can now experience what might have been their ‘MTV Unplugged’ moment - a chance to hear the band’s timeless music in its most intimate form.Continue Reading
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Live review: Shake Some Acton gig #80, London Hope & Anchor, 21st Dec 2024

By Alex Goose
I find out that Shake Some Acton will have put on a whopping THIRTY gigs by the time 2024 draws to a close! The Phobics were great when we saw them back in April at The Trinity in Harrow, and this time the Deptford quintet are back with a banger of a new album in ‘Gimme Cyanide’. We’re happy to report that Fantazmaz are still their usual deranged selves, and that Continue Reading
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Live Review: Yur Mum / Spleen, London Hope & Anchor, 6th Dec 2024

By Alex Goose
Songs like ‘What’s Behind The Sun’ and ‘Affected Kid’ are proof that Spleen are already masters of the quiet-loud dynamic that was (yes!) grunge’s hallmark in its heyday, and a mid-set cover of ‘Making Plans For Nigel’ transforms XTC’s original into something fabulously fierce. By the time Yur Mum drop ‘Tropical Fuzz’ fourth song in, they’ve well and truly hit their Continue Reading