Matt Pratt

WRITER AND PHOTOGRAPHER
Matt Pratt is somewhat of a live music obsessive, having gone to 23 festivals in the last ten years, countless gigs, and even having made his choice of university based on the quality of the local music scene.

It was only a matter of time before he got involved, and having no apparent musical talent of his own, reviews and photography seemed like the best way.

If ever found outside of music, you will probably find Matt boring some poor soul about his latest nerdy obsession. This obsession could lie anywhere on the spectrum of things that you would not admit to liking as a child out of fear of being considered uncool.

Alas, Matt is proudly uncool now, and there is nothing anyone can do about it.
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Failstate To Frank Turner: Highlights From Friday At 2000trees Festival 2025

Festivals
It was almost the weekend at 2000trees festival, and neither the pace nor the heat was letting up in the glorious Gloucestershire countryside. People were beginning to ooze out of their greenhouse-like...

Failstate / A Breakout Set At 2000trees Festival, Hinting At Big 2026 Plans

Festivals
Interview: Failstate opened day three of 2000trees Festival with a no-clash set that drew a huge crowd and serious attention. From sun-drenched riffs to onstage banter, the Welsh emo-punk newcomers made the most of their prime slot—and teased fans with talk of new music and big plans for 2026.

Million Dead / A Shocking Comeback: From Buffy Fan Email to 2000trees

Festivals
It has been a hot minute since we heard anything from Million Dead, so you would be forgiven for being unfamiliar with their work. There will be many young attendees of 2000trees...

Dream State / Silent Disco Set Brings Inflatable Unicorns & Emo Energy To 2000trees Festival

Festivals
At 2000trees 2024, Dream State turned the Forest into a surreal after-hours party with a full-band silent disco. Emo energy, crowd surfing, and an inflatable unicorn made it one of the most memorable sets of the weekend.

2000trees Festival 2025 / Blazing Sets & Big Statements: Pvris, Kneecap & More

Festivals
It is day one proper and day two for all of us die-hards, with plenty on the cards to open up the main stages on this hellishly hot Thursday at 2000trees Festival....

2000trees: The Alternative Rock Festival Hits Hard On Day One

Festivals
Day one of 2000trees Festival unleashes fierce energy, crowd surfers, and standout sets—setting the tone for the UK’s boldest alternative rock weekend.

Babymetal Bring Their Kawaii Metal To The O2 Arena

Gig Reviews
Babymetal brought their genre-bending Kawaii Metal spectacle to The O2 Arena, joined by rising stars Bambie Thug and Poppy for a night that challenged and redefined heavy music. From explosive visuals to genre-defying performances, this was a show no Metal fan will soon forget.

Bokassa And Mother Vulture Charm The Chapel in Nottingham

Gig Reviews
Bokassa and Mother Vulture brought fiery riffs, crowd chaos, and serious charm to The Chapel in Nottingham.From Greggs jokes to high-flying guitar stunts, this intimate show proved why both bands are live rock favourites.

Alt Blk Era / 2025: Breakout Album, Big Energy and Big Night in Leeds

Gig Reviews
Alt Blk Era kick off 2025 in explosive fashion with a bold debut album, a MOBO Award win, and a packed-out show in Leeds that proves their star is on the rise. Plus BEX.

Shreddler Festival 2025: A Triumphant Launch For Sheffield’s New Metal Showcase

Gig Reviews
Shreddler Festival 2025 made an unforgettable entrance into Sheffield’s music scene, delivering a high-octane celebration of heavy music’s raw power and rising stars.Founded by While She Sleeps’ Loz Taylor and BBC Introducing’s Christian Carlisle, the one-day event united fans, bands, and community for a blazing debut that felt like the start of something big.
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Matt Pratt

WRITER AND PHOTOGRAPHER
Matt Pratt is somewhat of a live music obsessive, having gone to 23 festivals in the last ten years, countless gigs, and even having made his choice of university based on the quality of the local music scene.

It was only a matter of time before he got involved, and having no apparent musical talent of his own, reviews and photography seemed like the best way.

If ever found outside of music, you will probably find Matt boring some poor soul about his latest nerdy obsession. This obsession could lie anywhere on the spectrum of things that you would not admit to liking as a child out of fear of being considered uncool.

Alas, Matt is proudly uncool now, and there is nothing anyone can do about it.
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