Buttonpusher is a Nottingham based promoter who has put on DIY shows at the JT Soar venue since 2008. The promoter has been a big part of bringing bands far and wide to this city and building up that independent music scene. Within the crowd tonight are various members of local bands, all out here … Continue reading Gig Review: El Moono / Uncultivates / Below the Neck / Lure In – JT Soar, Nottingham (20th September 2024)
Author: Jayne
Gig Review: The Plot in You / Invent Animate / Acres – Leeds Beckett Student Union, Leeds (7th September 2024)
I don't think anyone here was prepared for how hot the pit would get. The clouds may be grey but goddamn I'm melting. Dress wisely. You've been warned. We've reached September and when I tell you I've been waiting a long time for this band to come to the UK- The Plot in You has … Continue reading Gig Review: The Plot in You / Invent Animate / Acres – Leeds Beckett Student Union, Leeds (7th September 2024)
Gig Review: Alkaline Trio / lowlives – Rock City, Nottingham (23rd July 2024)
I don't know what to expect as I make my way down to Nottingham. An iconic band of the scene...only two bands on the roster...midweek gig...colour me surprised with the amount of people packing Rock City out before the support has even come on. All ages and genders present. All here to catch the legendary … Continue reading Gig Review: Alkaline Trio / lowlives – Rock City, Nottingham (23rd July 2024)
Gig Review: Waterlines / Eschalon / Skies Turn Black – Boom, Leeds (31st May 2024)
Three bands of growing popularity are to treat us tonight at Boom Leeds. The venue has been a great place for grassroots musicians to reach new audiences and with the community coming together last year to stop its closure, it’s clear it’s a venue with much importance to the bands it serves. Tonight, I’m looking … Continue reading Gig Review: Waterlines / Eschalon / Skies Turn Black – Boom, Leeds (31st May 2024)
Gig Review: The Dangerous Summer / Cold Years / Ocean Thieves – The Leadmill, Sheffield (21st May 2024)
Well that hot weather was short lived if you're in Yorkshire. Ironic, given the band I'm seeing tonight is called The Dangerous Summer. The band are performing a special show ahead of their Slam Dunk Festival appearance. Ocean Thieves are a four piece band from our very own South Yorkshire. This band has landed a … Continue reading Gig Review: The Dangerous Summer / Cold Years / Ocean Thieves – The Leadmill, Sheffield (21st May 2024)
Gig Review: Creeper / Zetra / Naut – The Leadmill, Sheffield (23rd March 2024)
Creeper are a Southampton formed band who have been making their name known for about 10 years now. The band have a macabre background, with vampiric tendencies tingling their lore. After a successful tour promoting their newest album, Sanguivore, last year, Creeper are embarking on a UK tour supporting smaller venues and promoters. I made … Continue reading Gig Review: Creeper / Zetra / Naut – The Leadmill, Sheffield (23rd March 2024)