Festival Review: Bradstock 2023 – Nightrain, Bradford (29th April 2023)

Since opening its doors a few years ago, Bradford’s Nightrain has quickly established itself as one of the country’s best independent rock venues. Regularly playing host to some of the finest names on the DIY/unsigned scene, you’d be hard pressed to find a better venue in Yorkshire. And with Bradstock 2022 kicking off their first … Continue reading Festival Review: Bradstock 2023 – Nightrain, Bradford (29th April 2023)

Gig Review: Massive Wagons / The Virginmarys – Manchester Academy 2 (18th April 2023)

Fairy tales in the music industry are few and far between. But in the 21st century? They’re even fewer. But with the tear Massive Wagons have been on for the last few years, it’s what every band dreams about – chart success, amazing festival slots, supporting household names like The Darkness and The Wildhearts. With every … Continue reading Gig Review: Massive Wagons / The Virginmarys – Manchester Academy 2 (18th April 2023)

Golden Oldie: The Virginmarys – King of Conflict

Today, The Virginmarys’ album King of Conflict turns ten. It’s not an “oldie” but it’s certainly golden. A decade. So much has changed in that time – within the band, the music industry and more than likely the lives of the fans who were there when it was released (myself included). It was a Monday – … Continue reading Golden Oldie: The Virginmarys – King of Conflict

2022 Crew Review: Ross Green – Deputy Editor-in-Chief

Honestly, as much as I despise the rampant four months of Christmas being forcefully rammed down our throats until we vomit, I like this time of year. I think about writing this article all year. Every time I go to a show or listen to a new album, I think: “Will this make it onto … Continue reading 2022 Crew Review: Ross Green – Deputy Editor-in-Chief

Gig Review: The Virginmarys / Anchor Lane / Kill the Silence – Parish, Huddersfield (14th October 2022)

Bruce Springsteen once said: “The heart of rock will always remain a primal world of action” and if there’s any bands you could call “primal” and full of action whilst having something to say, it’s both The Virginmarys and Anchor Lane. Having toured earlier this year together as they supported Ricky Warwick and the Fighting … Continue reading Gig Review: The Virginmarys / Anchor Lane / Kill the Silence – Parish, Huddersfield (14th October 2022)

Video Interview: The Virginmarys

Ross gave two of his mates a call who happen to be the entirety of noisy twosome The Virginmarys. Ally Dickaty and Danny Dolan happily divulged much information about the band's current plans for world domination. The Virginmarys: official | facebook | twitter | instagram | spotify | youtube | store https://youtu.be/ZXXui1tDTwg