Monty Sewell

SUB-EDITOR
Rock 'N’ Roll is dead? You’re having a laugh. For the last few years, Monty has spent her time researching, reviewing, writing and retorting on some of the industry’s finest.


From local gems to arena-sized extravaganzas, Monty has chatted with both big names and small. With a highlight year coming from her work at Download Festival 2023 and 2024 and a continuous influx of raveningly good rock, metal, blues music and beyond beckoning to be indulged into, her passion for the scene and writing emerges through MetalTalk.

Green Day / The Saviors Tour A Nostalgic Triumph At Wembley Stadium

Gig Review: Green Day: The Saviors Tour rocked Wembley Stadium, celebrating 30 years of Dookie and 20 years of American Idiot. A nostalgic night for fans.Words: @montyrocks_ Photography: @paranoidtrooper @greenday @wembleystadium

BEX Rocks Denmark Street and Gears Up for 2000Trees Festival

BEX dazzled fans at Denmark Street's Lower Third after Download. Don't miss her at 2000Trees Festival and a Halloween-themed Omeara show this year! Interview: @montyrocks_ Photograhpy: @rock_pixs @bex.b.e.x @lowerthirdsoho

DeVere / There Are Good Bands, And Then There Are The Great

Having returned from Download festival, the band brought their stadium-sized show to London's The Lower Third. @devererocks @montyrocks_ @rock_pixs

Winger / Islington Assembly Hall: A Spectacular Celebration Of Hair Metal Magic

Gig Review: Winger thrilled fans at Islington Assembly Hall on June 7, 2024, celebrating 35 years of iconic '80s Hair Metal with a night of unforgettable hits. Words: @montynsewell Photography: @rdh.photography @wingertheband @islington_ah @kipwinger @rebbeachofficial

Download Festival 2024: Embrace The Rain And Party On

Download Festival 2024, where rain and mud can't stop the rock! With headliners Queens Of The Stone Age, Royal Blood, and Black Stone Cherry, plus countless other acts, this sold-out festival promises an epic five-day metal celebration. Embrace the weather and join the fun! Words: @montynsewell Cover Photo: @andyshaw16 (2023) Photography: @rdh.photography @downloadfest #DLXXI #LiquidDeath

BLOODSTOCK: 9 Weekends To Go

With just over two months to go, the annual rager heat is firing up daily with a few pre-festival shakeups still to go. @bloodstockopenair

Miguel Montalban Passionately Talks New Music And More

The guitar virtuoso excitedly divulged all the details of what was to come for himself and the band, including another album and overseas tours. @miguelmontalbanmusic @montynsewell @rdh.photography

Black Spiders /Authentic To Their Hard-Rocking Reputation

A rollercoaster ride of sound that was as in-your-face as it was spectacular, Black Spiders brought their 'Fanx Club' show to London's Cart & Horses. @black_spiders @montynsewell @rdh.photography

My Brilliant Boobs / Sara Harding Shares Her Heart-Warming Story

An incredibly successful career in music came to a standstill with the news of stage three breast cancer. Hear Harding's story in an eye-opening recount.

Pride Rock Festival Is Back After Last Year’s Success

The festival launched last year and is back with a bang, showcasing some of the industry's most exciting Rock/Alternative talent. @priderockfestival @white_lighting_pr @brightonprideofficial

Monty Sewell

SUB-EDITOR
Rock 'N’ Roll is dead? You’re having a laugh. For the last few years, Monty has spent her time researching, reviewing, writing and retorting on some of the industry’s finest.


From local gems to arena-sized extravaganzas, Monty has chatted with both big names and small. With a highlight year coming from her work at Download Festival 2023 and 2024 and a continuous influx of raveningly good rock, metal, blues music and beyond beckoning to be indulged into, her passion for the scene and writing emerges through MetalTalk.

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