Few bands in recent time have struck me as immediately and as deeply as Wheel. There’s something about the music that Mancunian James Lascelles and his Finnish companions create that resonates so deeply. Often compared with Tool, Opeth and Porcupine Tree, I’d argue that Wheel have a sound that is so rare in the world … Continue reading Album Review: Wheel – Ruminations EP
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Festival Review: Bloodstock 2019 Day 3 – Ross’ View
As the final day looms, rain peppers the proceedings throughout the day, the arena’s looking a touch worse for wear and people are ready for a shower and the comfort of their own bed. But first, there’s one last day and a slew of more great bands. As woodchips are laid from the walk into … Continue reading Festival Review: Bloodstock 2019 Day 3 – Ross’ View
#RoadToBOA2019 – Wheel
It’s that time of year again, when in the run-up to Bloodstock we endeavour to interview every band gracing the SOPHIE, New Blood and Jägermeister stages from 8th – 11th August 2019. This means you’ve got a chance to read up on all your favourite bands set to play over the weekend and decide which … Continue reading #RoadToBOA2019 – Wheel
Gig Review: Katatonia / Cellar Darling / Wheel – Islington Assembly Hall, London (25th May 2019)
Night Is The New Day, arguably one of Katatonia’s most remarkable albums, is now 10 years old. It’s not often that album anniversaries are celebrated, and usually they are only celebrated by releasing a remastered version which sounds exactly like the original version. Katatonia did a re-release of the album with new artwork and extras … Continue reading Gig Review: Katatonia / Cellar Darling / Wheel – Islington Assembly Hall, London (25th May 2019)
Album News: The Way of Purity / Thy Despair / At The Gates / Wheel
News on more new and upcoming releases you may want to keep your eyes open for... The Way of Purity There are few bands with a common purpose beyond that of the music they create, those who ardently stick to that purpose, thus transcending the vagaries of the often soulless music industry and becoming a … Continue reading Album News: The Way of Purity / Thy Despair / At The Gates / Wheel