A band in their infancy yet deftly blending punk sounds from years gone by with fresh, introspective lyricism, Lurcher are here to share with the world how grim it really can be up north. Following on…
Music: “I’m really excited to be releasing my debut EP” Katie Colborn Arrives with Debut EP
North East artist Katie Colborn arrives with her debut EP ‘The Poets Might Disagree’. Lee Allcock caught up with Katie to find out what we can expect. Congratulations on your debut EP. Can you tell us…
Stage: You Have Already Survived at ARC, Stockton
‘Some rivers have rights, this one has riots, and taught us post-trauma-growth is possible’, so states Live Theatre artistic associate gobscure about the afon Wysg (River Usk). Their celebration of th…
News: May Gigs at NE Volume Music Bar, Stockton
We’ve got another jam-packed month of live music lined up for you at NE Volume Music Bar in Stockton, with a wide array of genres on offer to suit just about every musical taste. We kick things off on…
News: Jeffrey Martin at Gosforth Civic Theatre, Newcastle
Jeffrey Martin has the haunted voice of a world-weary troubadour, who’s carved out a life on the road, shunning life’s normal process and opting instead to prioritise good songs and constant touring. …
News: An Evening with Shaun Ryder at The Princess Alexandra Auditorium, Yarm
If ever there was a northerner who needed no introduction, it would be Madchester’s own Shaun Ryder. Touring a spoken-word set in promotion of his new book Happy Mondays – and Fridays, and Satur…
Review: Specky Cult ‘Catch 22’ Single
We might have found just the right antidote to get you warmed back up after the cold winter months. A four-piece band of North-East natives, Specky Cult have whipped up their latest post-pop punk offe…
Review: Hijack Mantis ‘Origins Issue 1’ EP
Hijack Mantis may have only formed two years ago, but their debut EP ‘Origins Issue 1’ showcases a level of maturity and precision that sets them apart. Across its three tracks – ‘Atoned,&…
Review: Louise Mountain ‘Reminds Me Of You’ Single
Louise Mountain is a folk newcomer on the North East scene, presenting a debut single in the form of ‘Reminds Me Of You’. The North East’s folk circuit, much like the national and international scene,…
News: Folkish Explosion at The Cluny, Newcastle
Get ready for an electrifying evening of folk-rock mayhem when Driven Serious host their seventh annual Folkish Explosion at The Cluny in Newcastle on Saturday 3rd May. Driven Serious are no strangers…