Bonobo – Fragments I was a big fan of Bonobo after hearing Animal Magic sometime around 2002-2003, and while I still very much love those early pieces, it’s a very different beast to the glistening soulful electronica we have nowadays. The smooth, bassy rolls and percussive grooves are there still, but instead of sweetly detuned … Continued
Returning to our stage for the second time; renowned poet, writer, director, and performer, Kae Tempest, is taking to our stage on the 22nd of April equipped with their fourth album: The Line Is A Curve. We’ll leave you to guess/remember what that’s named after. Following the success of her past LPs – The Book … Continued
Amyl and The Sniffers 31st May BUY TICKETS Triumphant upon many a stage, Amyl and The Sniffers are Amy Taylor and her band (of renegades) who present punk in its modern form: Taylor’s lead vocals, backed by some intense guitar riffs, create a feeling both of rage and confidence. It’s pretty much a guarantee that … Continued
Number 1: Little Simz – Sometimes I Might Be Introvert FULL GALLERY FROM THE NIGHT By Leon Shaw The lyrics and production are interesting and unique to only Simz; no song on Sometimes I Might Be Introvert – aka SIMBI- sounds like it could be performed by anyone else but her. Songs like Fear No … Continued
Here’s what our events team picked as their favourite 10 shows of 2021: Little Simz – Ben, Production Manager: “There are not many acts I sit and watch the whole way through, but I made sure I did for this one. She’s a megastar, and her performance cemented her as one of the greats to … Continued
It’s time to brush off the Slade records, pretend to like sprouts and avoid political fallouts with the family; It’s Christmas and we’ve had the gang create you the perfect winter playlist! Although it may be packed with the classics, there’s more to this Christmas sound-track than Mariah, Mulled wine and mince pies. We’re kicking … Continued
We’ve got a bit of a different format this time, and it involves me going through the wonderful Albert Hall end-of-year list and telling you why I wholeheartedly agree with the chosen albums. I have to admit some trepidation upon opening the list that none of the things *I* thought were brilliant would be on … Continued
We’re closing into Christmas now and on top of the multipacks of socks from family and obscure snowglobe from your co-worker, we have even more gifts for you, with plenty of enticing 2022 shows now on-sale! Having performed on our stage once before, supporting Kano in 2019, Kojey Radical has since grown from strength to … Continued
One of the UK’s most important cultural voices, Kojey Radical, is soon to release his highly anticipated debut album ‘Reasons To Smile’ on 4th March. Another reason we can smile is because he’s bringing himself to our stage on 6th April. Tickets go on sale 9am Friday 10th December! Over four EP’s he’s showcased a … Continued
Though it’s definitely getting towards the festive season, and the shop has reverted to it’s chilly winter state, we’ve not been inundated with Christmas releases this year. There are a few records coming in the next couple weeks that may get a seasonal look-in but this week it’s strictly rest-of-year non-christmas fare. There’s a wonderful … Continued