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June 2008

ALBUM REVIEW: Miranda Barber (30 June 2008)

Miranda Barber Lips Decision Review by Peter Coulston Hopefully, all of you have just read my current Last Week In London column and have rapidly moved in frenzied anticipation to this album review based on my observations at the...

GIG REVIEW: Radiohead (30 June 2008)

Radiohead Victoria Park 24 June 2008 Review By Tim Kernutt Radiohead, surely one of the world's most talented and innovative bands, played to a packed crowd at Victoria Park on the first night of the UK leg of its...

GIG REVIEW: My Bloody Valentine (26 June 2008)

My Bloody Valentine The Roundhouse, London – 24 June 2008 Review by Paul Beevers In an age of booming concert attendances and a seemingly insatiable demand for reunions, no one would have bet serious money on My Bloody Valentine...

ARTIST FEATURE: Coldplay (24 June 2008)

Coldplay By Christopher Todd Chris Todd, and his unstoppable mouth, are back to attack the unsuspecting. He launched a torrent of abuse on poor old Pete Doherty, and then Madonna. This time Coldplay get the brunt of it... As...

SINGLE REVIEW: May7ven - Hands Up (24 June 2008)

May7ven Hands Up Review By Chris Carruthers From the outset you know with this upbeat, powerful release from May7ven, there's no messing about; straight up, no frills dancefloor RnB and made to make you move, and which no doubt...

INTERVIEW: The Bumblebeez (24 June 2008)

The Bumblebeez Interview By Katie Spain Chris Bumble Bee chats to us about Australia, lawn mowing, throwing cats and the best Bumble Bee song to make love to - if you’re interested of course. Since they were discovered in...

SINGLE REVIEW: Barringtone - Snakes in the Grass (24 June 2008)

Barringtone Snakes in the Grass Review BY Chris Carruthers Theatrical is the word, wild, interesting, in your face then whispering in your ear before exploding into a massive retro prog build up, only to drop back into a delicate,...

LAST WEEK IN LONDON: From Soho Down to Brighton (23 June 2008)

Last Week In London By Peter Coulston Hello and welcome once again to the indie music mouthpiece of London. There has been some great stuff going on in the capital this week, and I have managed to find my fair...

SINGLE REVIEW: The Rip (23 June 2008)

Portishead The Rip Review By Tim Kernutt Only those with their heads in the clouds would not have heard about the recent release of Portishead's album, "Third". There was almost as much anticipation for "Third" than there was for...

ALBUM REVIEW: Jason Mraz (23 June 2008)

Jason Mraz We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things Review By Peter Coulston I first heard Jason Mraz some years ago when he was performing solo and opening for David Gray, and I certainly enjoyed his set on that...

ALBUM REVIEW: Eliza Wren Payne (23 June 2008)

Eliza Wren Payne Utah Reivew By Peter Coulston This is one of two albums for review from this talented lady who is as good live as she is in the studio. Both these albums were recorded last year, this...

GIG REVIEW: Tunng (23 June 2008)

Tunng Massive Attack Meltdown Festival 2008 21st June, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre. Review By Max Hogg If Meltdown is Massive Attack’s posh two week party at the Southbank Centre, then Tunng’s appearance at Queen Elizabeth Hall was the...

Single Review: Flo Rida - Elevator (23 June 2008)

Flo Rida Elevator Review By Chris Carruthers Despite seeing huge success, multiple awards, and seemingly having worked particularly hard to get there, this track is just more of the same, lacking character and conviction. Even Timbalands tight production couldn't...

ALBUM REVIEW: Mattafix - Rhythm & Hymns (23 June 2008)

Mattafix Rhythm & Hymns Review By Chris Carruthers Immediately it feels like there’s more to Mattafix than meets the eye. They indulge in a vast array of styles from ambient, melody driven vocal tracks to percussive reggae, chill out...

Single Review: Eliza Doolittle - Piano Song (23 June 2008)

Eliza Doolittle - Piano Song Piano Song Review By Chris Carruthers At just nineteen, Eliza obviously is a talented vocalist. You do get the sense that she has yet to fully develop, specifically in terms of creating an individual...

ALBUM REVIEW: Living Legends - The Gathering (23 June 2008)

Living Legends The Gathering Review By Chris Carruthers The consistently high standard impressively maintained by Living Legends is apparent throughout this 7 track EP. The lyrics and rhymes are well thought out, imaginative and unique, complimented entirely by their...

GIG REVIEW: Peaches (23 June 2008)

Massive Attack’s Meltdown Peaches DJ set – Silent Disco. Southbank Centre – Thursday 19th June Review By Zarina Raja What’s the point of a Silent Disco? Seriously though, think about it – a Silent Disco. Intrigued, but not wholly...

COMPETITION: Wild In The Country (19 June 2008)

Wild In The Country Saturday July 5th Wild in the Country is eighteen hours of non-stop music and fun set in the palatial grounds of Hertfordshire’s Knebworth House. Starting at 1pm on Saturday 5th July, this one day festival...

REVIEW: Golden God Awards (18 June 2008)

The 2008 Metal Hammer Golden God Awards Indigo2, London 16 June 2008 Review by Emma Dalby The day after the three day metal fest Download is usually one of calm, a time to sleep, contemplate the weekend and generally worry...

ALBUM LAUNCH: Kid Carpet (18 June 2008)

Kid Carpet All Day Album Launch Wednesday July 2nd. What better way to celebrate a new album than by showcasing the new material in the middle of a bustling and music mad city. Calling himself the 'one-man-riot,' Kid Carpet...

INTERVIEW: Jamie Lidell (18 June 2008)

Interview by Katie Spain A chin wag with Brighton-born Berlin dweller, Jamie Lidell was never going to be a normal experience. When we caught up with the funk meister in London, we covered topics ranging from his happy lyrics, drugs,...

COMPETITION: Jorge Ben Jor (18 June 2008)

Jorge Ben Jor The Coronet Theatre Friday 27th July As a composer, singer, musician, bandleader and arranger, Jorge Ben Jor is unique. His characteristic style fuses samba, funk, and rock, with lyrics that blend humor and satire with often...

ALBUM REVIEW: The Outline - You Smash It, We'll Build Around It. (18 June 2008)

The Outline Review By Ben Crouch The Outline’s first full-length, You Smash It, We’ll Build Around It, is a pleasant departure from your standard drainpipe-wearing Arctic Monkeys wannabe’s. Sure, the influences from contemporaries like The Killers, Kaiser Chiefs and even...

GIG REVIEW: Jonathan Davis (18 June 2008)

Jonathan Davis Review By Holly Groom The Union Chapel, Islington, promised that Jonathan Davis' solo show would be 'something completely different' from his recent tour with angst ridden rock band KORN. As gothic hordes swarmed to the restored Victorian...

COMPETITION: The Feeling + Bon Jovi (17 June 2008)

THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED. The Feeling support Bon Jovi. A handful of music greats are hitting the stadiums this summer. Foo Fighters played Wembley last week, and this weekend looks set to see Bon Jovi doing the rounds...

GIG REVIEW: Pivot At Barden’s Boudoir (17 June 2008)

Pivot Barden’s Boudoir Review By Zakia Uddin Pivot played the small grotty confines of Barden’s last night. It’s the kind of venue that can handle the brand of experimentalism. The night would have flowed better if their set was longer,...

GIG PREVIEW: Neon Neon (13 June 2008)

Neon Neon Sunday July 6th- Crush (Car park gig) - Chris Todd When you put these words together – concept album, side project and eighties influenced; it’s a pretty safe bet that the end result is not going to...

REVIEW: Gavin Rossdale (12 June 2008)

Gavin Rossdale The Underworld, Camden 11th June 2008 Review by Matty Heanes Back after a very long break, Gavin Rossdale (ex Bush front man) releases his solo offering ‘Wanderlust’ this month. Bush gave music fans an alternative to the wash...

ALBUM REVIEW: Juno (12 June 2008)

Juno Review By Zarina Raja A horribly sweet start to the Juno soundtrack certainly sets the flavour of what is to come. Barry Louis Polisar's ‘All I Want Is You’ is everything I hate: twangy, catchy, irritating and bland...

GIG REVIEW: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band (11 June 2008)

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Arsenal Stadium 30 May 2008 Review By Tim Kernutt Arsenal Stadium is famous for a sport revolving around a ball, not an ageing rocker swooning an ageing crowd. However, it came to...

COMPETITION: Download Festival (11 June 2008)

Download Festival Download is fast approaching and, as luck would have it, we have a handful of tickets to give away. Download is one the UK’s finest Rock, Metal and Punk festivals. Get ready to thrash your way though...

NEWS: The JD Set (10 June 2008)

The JD Set Malcom Middleton The Luminaire, London – 12th June If the last JD Set was anything to go by, then the gig this Thursday is going to be an absolute corker. Although differing wildly from the crushing...

INTERVIEW: The Subways (10 June 2008)

The Subways Interview by Zarina Raja 'When I sing Rock 'n' Roll Queen, it is really me celebrating the good times we had together. We are still having good times. Charlotte and I are closer than ever.' When The...

INTERVIEW: Jacob Golden ( 9 June 2008)

COMPETITION: Atmosphere ( 9 June 2008)

Atmosphere Koko Wednesday 18th June With Brother Ali and Kidz in the Hall Ant and Slug, the highly anticipated Hip-Hop duo responsible for putting Minneapolis on the map, are coming to London town to show their British fans a...

Got a question for Gavin Rossdale? ( 6 June 2008)

He may well be married to the hottest woman in the world, but there's more to Gavin Rossdale than dog walking and an ex band by the name of Bush. If you missed them band during the 90s you were...

GIG REVIEW: Tom Baxter ( 6 June 2008)

Tom Baxter Koko, London 3rd June 2008 Review by Laura Yates Last night I attended the fabulous London venue Koko to see singer/songwriter Tom Baxter. Having heard great things about the artist but not too familiar with his music myself,...

COMPETITION: The Wombats ( 6 June 2008)

The Wombats This summer, Gaymers cider is proud to present a series of must see, money-can’t-buy music performances by some of the UK’s hottest acts. Featuring bands packed full of English character, Gaymers Grassroots Gigs will see The Futureheads,...

LAST WEEK IN LONDON : Barges, Bars and New Stars ( 6 June 2008)

LAST WEEK IN LONDON : Barges, Bars and New Stars By Peter Coulston Hello and welcome, gig lovers; this weekend I feel as if I haven’t been away, as it is Sunday and am I at home carving a Sunday...

INTERVIEW: Mattafix ( 6 June 2008)

Mattafix Interview by Zarina Raja It is very refreshing to stumble upon a pair of musicians who care so passionately about a cause that their music supports. Mattafix, the Reggae/Rock/Hip-Hop duo are firmly rooted in the promotion of getting...

INTERVIEW: Hilltop Hoods ( 6 June 2008)

MC Suffa – Hilltop Hoods By Katie Spain There’s nothing like a bit of contact with home. You call up, ask what the time is there, enquire about the weather and marvel when you hear birds (real birds) chirping in...

COMPETITION: WOMAD ( 5 June 2008)

WOMAD Festival season is well and truly upon us. With Glastonbury less than three weeks away, we are well kitted out for a summer of mud and madness. Everyone has their different festival tastes; some are not bothered about...

INTERVIEW: Jason Mraz ( 5 June 2008)

Jason Mraz Interview By Zarina Raja There are just some people that you know you need to meet - and Jason Mraz is one of them. Although he allowed me to partially glimpse into his obviously complex thoughts over...

REVIEW: Duffy ( 5 June 2008)

Duffy Shepherd's Bush Empire 4th June 2008 Three things were made certain last night at Shepherd's Bush: 1. Duffy is one of the strongest, most unique voices to emerge on the scene for a very long time. 2. The music...

INTERVIEW: Jont ( 5 June 2008)

Jont is a character. A hat wearing, Scruffy haired, shoe abandoning character. He is also one of the most sincere and easy-going artists I've spoken to for a very long time. We fell a little bit in love, you might...

GIG REVIEW: Santogold ( 4 June 2008)

Santogold Scala, 3rd June Review By Kate Spieg You can’t go wrong with Santogold on top volume, but I left the Scala feeling slightly underwhelmed. Her set felt like she was singing along to her own tunes…amazing as they...

INTERVIEW: Guillemots ( 4 June 2008)

The Guillemots Interview By Zarina Raja With a string of European and UK tour dates coming up - including supporting R.E.M on their summer tour - the Guillemots are firmly quashing the industry with their catchy, whirling, Indie melodies,...

ALBUM REVIEW: Brown Punk ( 3 June 2008)

Tricky Brown Punk Reivew By Chris Carruthers An instant fusion of Indian whistles in Starving Souls’ Babylon with a jumped up reggae instrumental section, bound by seemingly flawless production forces, opening your mind to what’s to come. With a...

LAST WEEK IN LONDON :American Stars and East End Bars ( 2 June 2008)

Last week in London. By Peter Coulston Hello and welcome to the week after the most disastrous Bank Holiday weekend that I can recall in many a long time. Lousy weather, and fuel prices so high that we couldn’t afford...