Paul Monkhouse

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Finger Eleven / Last Night On Earth Is Loud, Uplifting And True

Metal Reviews
Finger Eleven's Last Night On Earth is a bold, emotional comeback filled with soaring choruses, big riffs, and stadium-ready energy.

Todd Rundgren Live At The London Palladium – A Master Of His Craft In Full Flow

Gig Reviews
Gig review: Todd Rundgren live at The London Palladium. Genre-defying, stripped-back, and pure artistry from a true musical legend. Rundgren is the real deal.

Blackbriar And Forever Still – The Underworld Near To Bursting

Gig Reviews
Gig review - Blackbriar and Forever Still - The Underworld Camden. A sold-out night of symphonic fairytales, raw energy, and gothic atmosphere fans won’t forget

Ward XVI Triumph In Norwich Despite Setbacks

Gig Reviews
To quote the title of the Oscar-winning film, the one thing to be sure about at a Ward XVI show is that there will be blood. Not only this, but plentiful other...

Rebecca Downes Unleashes Her Most Powerful Album Yet With A Storm Is Coming

Interviews
Interview: Rebecca Downes opens up about A Storm Is Coming, her most forceful and emotional album yet. Get insight into the music, message, and passion behind the sound.

Black Eyed Sons / Guy Griffin – From Turmoil To Truimph As UK Tour Awaits

Interviews
Interview: Guy Griffin of Black Eyed Sons reflects on a turbulent past, chart success, and their triumphant return ahead of a highly anticipated UK Tour.

Brave Rival And Star Circus Bring Rock Euphoria To Norwich

Gig Reviews
Gig Review: The Brickmakers, Norwich, is full ready to embrace the euphoria caused by two of the finest rising bands in the country, Brave Rival and Star Circus

Brave Rival – 5 To 4 Shows A Leaner, Meaner And Hungrier Outfit Than Ever Before

Metal Reviews
Album Review: 5 to 4 is not just the next stage for Brave Rival. It is a crystal clear declaration that they are here to stay and aiming for the big leagues.
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Revenant Premiere Black Dogs And Sad Men Title Track & Video Ahead Of New EP Release

Interviews
Interview: Revenant premiere the title track from new EP Black Dogs And Sad Men, out 10 October 2025, with a striking monochrome video and exclusive feature on MetalTalk.

Marc Bolan Blue Plaque Unveiled By English Heritage As Two New Songs Unearthed

News
English Heritage unveils a Marc Bolan blue plaque at his Maida Vale home as two unreleased T. Rex songs surface, reigniting the glam rock icon’s legacy.
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