Gig Review: Decapitated / Cryptopsy / Warbringer / Carnation – Slay, Glasgow (7th May 2025)

We are seeing some incredible value-for-money tour packaged at the moment and this hard-hitting foursome was definitely one of them. Here's hoping that nobody missed neck day at the gym last week as they were going to need all that strength and flexibility! Due to a delay on the doors, I stumbled down the stairs … Continue reading Gig Review: Decapitated / Cryptopsy / Warbringer / Carnation – Slay, Glasgow (7th May 2025)

Gig Review: Marisa and the Moths / Black Orchid Empire – KK’s Steel Mill, Wolverhampton (10th April 2025)

[Editor's note: Shaun had this review in in good time, but it landed in the inbox when I was marking exams along with a ton of other stuff so I missed it! Apologies to the bands, PR and Shaun who chased me on it today! - Mosh] Marisa and the Moths are a band enjoying … Continue reading Gig Review: Marisa and the Moths / Black Orchid Empire – KK’s Steel Mill, Wolverhampton (10th April 2025)

Gig Review: Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons – KK’s Steel Mill, Wolverhampton (22nd March 2025)

As Motörhead celebrate their 50th anniversary this year, there’s been no short of celebrations of Lemmy’s life over the past few years with tributes taking place at Hellfest, Wacken, Bloodstock, and Stringfellows alongside an upcoming statue to be unveiled in Stoke-on-Trent. Normally seen at such events is the longest-standing member of the band after Lemmy … Continue reading Gig Review: Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons – KK’s Steel Mill, Wolverhampton (22nd March 2025)

Gig Review: Onslaught / Toranaga / Luxera – Audio, Glasgow (26th April 2025)

It’s been a couple of months since I last went to a gig, and even longer since I went to a thrash gig. As the usual grind of life inevitably creates a constant feeling of burnout, some sonic stress relief has been long overdue. It’s been a few years since I last saw Onslaught thrash … Continue reading Gig Review: Onslaught / Toranaga / Luxera – Audio, Glasgow (26th April 2025)

Gig Review: Cherry Fuzz Club / Dead Stilettos / Yutani – The Packhorse, Leeds (3rd May 2025)

The Packhorse in Leeds was "packed" to the rafters for another killer night courtesy of Mucky Pup Promotions. The lineup? Wildly eclectic, undeniably energetic, and absolutely unforgettable. Yutani hit the stage with a bass-heavy barrage, immediately carving out their own unique sonic space. Imagine Suede-like vocals delivering deep melodic power—until they tear your throat out. … Continue reading Gig Review: Cherry Fuzz Club / Dead Stilettos / Yutani – The Packhorse, Leeds (3rd May 2025)

Gig Review: Chase Atlantic / Xavier Mayne – OVO Hydro, Glasgow (30th April 2025)

On a suspiciously sunny Glasgow day (words that very rarely find themselves in the same sentence), a huge crowd queued and partied prior to doors opening at the Hydro. Maybe the headliners had brought the Aussie weather with them! At bang on 6:30 a huge cheer erupted - and that was only for the doors … Continue reading Gig Review: Chase Atlantic / Xavier Mayne – OVO Hydro, Glasgow (30th April 2025)