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Sparks at Royal Albert Hall

  • Sophia
  • 12th July 202312th July 2023

Before we get to Sparks’ spectacular two-night run at the Royal Albert Hall, let’s rewind to approximately 14 years ago: to the time I first came across the music video…

the killers at emirates stadium
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The Killers @ The Emirates Stadium

  • Sophia
  • 5th June 2022

Last night, The Killers performed their second date at the Emirates Stadium – exactly two years after its original date. After an epic performance on Friday night, spirits – and…

The slow readers club indie rock all i hear
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The Slow Readers Club release ‘All I Hear’ video

  • Sophia
  • 15th February 202015th February 2020

The Slow Readers Club have released the music video for the first track from their upcoming fourth album, The Joy of the Return. ‘All I Hear’ is a thrilling and…

North Parade indie band rock birmingham
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Gecko Club and North Parade @ The Grace

  • Sophia
  • 20th October 2019

Hello, I’ve got another fab gig review for you! If you’re a fan of hoppy indie bands that makes you want to throw some shapes, then you’re in for an…

Les Flair electro pop band gig indie the old blue last
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Dreampark and Les Flair @ The Old Blue Last

  • Sophia
  • 22nd September 201922nd September 2019

Hello, I’ve got another fab gig review for you! If you’re a fan of electro pop that warmly nods to the 80’s, then you’re in for an absolute treat. I…

Georgia never let you go indie synth pop
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Georgia releases new single ‘Never Let You Go’

  • Sophia
  • 21st September 2019

London artist Georgia announced her sophomore album Seeking Thrills with the release of her brand new single ‘Never Let You Go’. The single is her third, following on from ‘Started…

The Big Moon
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The Big Moon tease new album with ‘Your Light’

  • Sophia
  • 16th September 2019

The Big Moon have announced that their 2nd LP is on its way! Called Walking Like We Do, our first taste of the new record came in the form of the fab…

the jacques band indie
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The Jacques are back with ‘Kiss the Pharaoh’

  • Sophia
  • 24th August 201924th August 2019

After some time away, London-based four-piece The Jacques have shared their brand new single ‘Kiss The Pharaoh’. The psychedelic and lo-fi single follows their signing to Modern Sky Entertainment UK….

Squid band
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Squid release roaring new track “The Cleaner”

  • Sophia
  • 19th July 2019

Originally from Brighton, Squid are best described as a post-punk and disco-funk band. By weaving some funk grooves into punk music, the band have made themselves multi-faceted and exciting. After…

The Coral Leamington
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The Coral at Leamington Assembly

  • Sophia
  • 22nd March 2019

As part of a far-reaching UK tour, the 15th March brought The Coral’s epic appearance at Leamington Assembly. It was brilliant to have such a gig so close to my…

Sea Girls
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APRE and Sea Girls at Hare & Hounds, Birmingham

  • Sophia
  • 21st March 201922nd March 2019

On the 26th February, Hare & Hounds held another indie extravaganza. This time round, the venue accommodated the rising stars Sea Girls, supported by the spirited duo APRE. Here’s what…

whenyoung
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whenyoung & The Ninth Wave at Hare & Hounds, Birmingham

  • Sophia
  • 20th March 201920th March 2019

On the 12th February, whenyoung performed at the iconic Birmingham venue Hare & Hounds. With support from The Ninth Wave, this is how that electric night unfolded. The Support Act:…

The light that never went out: Johnny Marr at the O2 Institute, Birmingham
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The light that never went out: Johnny Marr at the O2 Institute, Birmingham

  • Sophia
  • 6th November 20186th November 2018

Johnny Marr not only found fame through his unparalleled skill as a guitarist in the indie rock scene with The Smiths in the eighties, but his solo career has consistently…

Turn Back Time! 1970s New Wave & Punk

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