It was my first visit to Glasgow’s ‘The Hug and Pint’. Though small, the venue had a tangible buzz about it. Headlining tonight’s show was Sorority Noise – an American emo band - supported by The Pooches and Puppy. The Pooches The Pooches are a local band from Glasgow and were the opening band of … Continue reading Sorority Noise / Puppy / The Pooches – The Hug and Pint, Glasgow 5th October 2016
Author: Declan
Babymetal – Wembley Arena, 2nd April 2016
Last night I watched the most anticipated gig of the year, BabyMetal playing their largest UK show to date at Wembley Arena. Ever since I heard the band’s debut album Babymetal a little over a year ago I have been hooked. I love the songs, the idea, the image and I also love the fact that … Continue reading Babymetal – Wembley Arena, 2nd April 2016
Crossfaith – King Tuts, Glasgow (28th March 2016)
Before this gig was announced, the last time I had the pleasure of seeing Crossfaith live was at Download Festival 2014. At the time I had no idea who they were and actually had them mixed up with another band called “BattleCross”. They were the second band to play on the hallowed grounds of Donington … Continue reading Crossfaith – King Tuts, Glasgow (28th March 2016)
Creeper / Grader – Edinburgh Mash House, 23rd February 2016
Two nights ago I caught Creeper playing The Mash House in Edinburgh on their first ever UK headline tour promoting their new EP “The Stranger”. This is only the band’s third EP release and already they have a catalogue of songs that are the apex of what rock songs can be. This gig was more … Continue reading Creeper / Grader – Edinburgh Mash House, 23rd February 2016
Terror, Wisdom In Chains, Twitching Tongues and Mercy – Glasgow Ivory Blacks, 28th January 2016
Mercy Starting the night off with a bang were Glasgow locals Mercy. From previous gigs, Mercy have always been very consistent in their performances and tonight was no different. What makes Mercy different to your standard hardcore band is that they have various sections in their music that is reminiscent of 90s rock/ grunge. You … Continue reading Terror, Wisdom In Chains, Twitching Tongues and Mercy – Glasgow Ivory Blacks, 28th January 2016
Interview: Colin Young of Twitching Tongues
Declan Waters caught up with the lead singer of Twitching Tongues, Colin Young, at their latest Glasgow gig at Ivory Blacks. “You have recently been touring with Terror and Wisdom in Chains across the UK. How has the tour been so far?” “It’s been good! The UK portion is the tail end of the Persistence … Continue reading Interview: Colin Young of Twitching Tongues