Gig Reviews

Shinedown / $92K for City Of Hope in Foxwoods

Gig Review: Shinedown - Intimate one-off show at Premier Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino. A high-energy performance in Mashantucket, CT - December 29, 2023. Words and Photography: @shannonwilk_

The Magic Of Sari Schorr In Shining Bury Show

Live Gig Review: Sari Schorr and Jim Kirkpatrick - The Apex, Bury St Edmunds – 14 December 2023. After this set, the world certainly looked a happier place. Words: @pmonkhouse1 Photo: Laurence Harvey @sarischorr @jimkirkpatrick79 @theapexvenue

Cats In Space / The Love Affair Continues In Islington

Live Gig Review: Islington Assembly Hall. Cats In Space Deliver Out-of-This-World Rock. A Stellar Performance Not to Be Missed! Thank Bastet for Cats In Space. Words: @liz_medhurst Photography: @rock_pixs @catsinspaceband @islington_ah

Lazuli / A Night Of Musical Magic And Artistry At Trading Boundaries

The Musical Magic of Lazuli in a Bijoux Venue - Trading Boundaries - 1 December 2023. Hopefully, it will be the beginning of further visits to these shores. Words and Photography: @adrianstonley @lazuli.music @tradingbo_live

Black Veil Brides Leave Fans Wanting More In Wembley

Live Gig Review: Black Veil Brides Live at OVO Arena Wembley: A Pyro-Rammed Show.. The ability and the musicianship to match the showmanship of the past and prove to any doubters that they are a relevant metal band. Words: @adrianstonley @robert_sutton_photography @blackveilbrides @ovoarena

Halestorm / The World Is Their Oyster Following Wembley Joy

Live Gig Review: Halestorm OVO Arena Wembley: A Phenomenal Performance and a Band That Has Come of Age. Read the Review of their Epic UK Arena Headlining Show. Words: @adrianstonley Photography: @robert_sutton_photography @halestormrocks @ovoarena

The Used / Greatest Hits loved by Kentish Town

Live Give Review: The Used Returns to the UK. A Night of Post-Hardcore Excellence at O2 Forum Kentish Town, December 7, 2023. Best-of-the-best set loved by all Words and Photography: @lawrence89_photography @theused @thehometeam @honeyrevengeca @o2forumktown

Living Colour – Something Of A Phenomenon In Wolverhampton

Live Gig Review: Living Colour Delivers Mesmerising Performance as Special Guests to Extreme in Wolverhampton. An astounding night of eclectic influences. @sophzrocks Photography: @jason_samuels_photography71 @livingcolourofficial @thehallswolverhampton

Dirty Honey / Journey To Top Of The World Continues In Illinois

Dirty Honey. Can't Find the Brakes Tour: Rocking North America before Taking Europe by Storm. The band continues their trek across the United States for two more weeks before crossing the Atlantic and rocking Europe in 2024. Words and Photography: @bentsphotos @dirtyhoneyband @castletheatre

Extreme / An Incendiary Masterclass Of All-Round Virtuosity

Gig Review: Extreme Civic Hall: A Phenomenal Performance You Didn't Want to Miss - 1 December 2023. On this showing, the band Extreme have years more gas in the tank. Words: @sophzrocks Photography: @jason_samuels_photography71 @extreme_band @nunobettencourtofficial @gary.cherone @pat_badger_official @kevin_figueiredo_official @Wolvescivic

KISS Close Their Career In New York City Where It Started

KISS NYC Takeover: Legendary Band's Farewell Shows at Madison Square Garden, Unforgettable Celebration, and Official KISS Day Declared by NYC Mayor. Words and Photography: @shannonwilk_ @kissonline @thegarden

The Darkness / Festive Frolics In Dublin Better Than Sex

Live Review: The Darkness Live in Dublin. 20 Years of Permission To Land. Better than sex? Brian Boyle was certainly in the mood for a cigarette and cuddle. Words: @brian_boyle_72 Photography: @carlforanphotography @thedarkness @3arenadublin

Paradise Lost Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Icon in London

Live Review: Paradise Lost Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Icon Album at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire. Support from My Dying Bride. Words and Photography: @razorrhead_productions @officialparadiselost @o2sbe @mydyingbride_official

Don Broco Bring The Ultimate Party To Norwich

Live Review: The Energetic and Fun-Loving Charm of Don Broco's Birthday Party Tour at Nick Rayns LCR, UEA Norwich - 2 December 2023. Report: Lawrence Potter @donbroco @lawrence89_photography @officiallcr

The Almighty / A New Rocket-fuelled Ride Begins In London

Live Review: The Almighty Rocks O2 Forum Kentish Town: A Gritty, Passionate Reunion of Glasgow Rockers. Just getting new journey started, a rocket-fuelled ride. Words: @pmonkhouse1 Photography: @rock_pixs @thealmightyband @rickywarwickofficial @o2forumktown

Michael Schenker Group Are Untouchable In Shepherd’s Bush

Live Review: Michael Schenker Group - O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire. November 2023 - Celebrating 50 years in the business with electrifying performances and timeless hard rock classics. Words: @pmonkhouse1 Photography: @rock_pixs @michaelschenkerrocks @o2sbe

Atreyu / A Euphoric Metalcore Experience In Bristol

Gig Review: The Phenomenal Atreyu Show in Bristol: Earsplitting Metalcore, Unforgettable Moments and Surprise Saxophone Solos. They promised they would be back. Words: David Curle Photography: @photos.bygeoo @atreyuofficia @swxbristol

Citizen Bring Passion And Energy To Toronto

Gig Review: The electrifying energy of Citizen at Danforth Music Hall in Toronto. Passionate fans, an epic setlist, and rock-filled memories captivated. Words and Photography: @taylorcamphotos @citizentheband @thedanforthmusichall
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