With a reputation for every song, on every album, remaining original, The Slow Readers Club has carved out a niche as musicians’ musicians. Creative mixtures of instrumentation, narrative themes and e…
Festival Preview: Music Box at Various Venues, Darlington
For the third summer in a row, Darlington Town Centre is re-opening its doors to some of the most talented acts across the North East as Music Box festival is back. Returning on Sunday 3rd June, Music…
Gig Preview: The Beat starring Dave Wakeling at 02 Academy, Newcastle
The infectious tones of ska, punk, rock and reggae are making their way to the North East this month as ska pioneers and downright legends The Beat, led by frontman Dave Wakeling, take to the stage at…
Feature: ‘Vinyl: Long Play’ in Stockton
This month, ‘Vinyl’ returns for a Bank Holiday all-day special. With an extended running time and line-up, the event is not to be missed by fans of the local music and art scene here in Stockton. The …
Gig Preview: The Nightingales at Westgarth Social Club, Middlesbrough
Reformed 1979 British post-punk and alternative rock band, The Nightingales, bring their classic songs with a new line up to Middlesbrough this month. Having released nine albums, two live albums and …
Review: You Are The Dead – ‘Stranger’ Single
Whitley Bay electro-industrial duo, You Are The Dead, sidestep typical genre tropes to create kaleidoscopic music built from clashing, contradictory elements. Their loose-fit, rough and smooth electro…
Gig Preview: James at Middlesbrough Town Hall
Manchester rock legends, James, are heading to Middlesbrough Town Hall on Tuesday 22nd May as part of their ‘Better Than That Tour.’ The group are set to revisit 7 venues across the country they’ve no…
Radio: NE Volume Magazine Radio Show Episode 5
The fifth NE Volume Magazine Radio Show. Showcasing local talent, keeping you up-to-date with the North East music scene, and interviewing special guests most weeks. Special guest: Julie Grant as she&…
Interview: “Our album launch will be a madcap night of extreme daftness” The Whippet Beans to play The Cluny
Newcastle’s ‘ridiculous bunch of message-laden party pumpin soundclowns’ The Whippet Beans are set to release their new album and will be heading to The Cluny, Newcastle this month so Lee Allcock caug…
Review: Mosaic Sun – ‘Blood Red Lips’ Single
Newcastle-based outfit, Mosaic Sun, has recently unleashed their new single ‘Blood Red Lips’ for the world to get their ear-holes around and I have to admit – it’s great. The track is a welcoming comb…