Festivals

Bloodstock Festival 2025: The Saturday Review

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The excitement for Bloodstock's sold-out Saturday headliner, Machine Head, was matched only by the sheer volume of Industrial Metal icons at Bloodstock 2025.

Bloodstock Festival 2025: The Friday Review

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With the perfect festival weather making it easy to bounce out of our tents in the morning, Friday at Bloodstock 2025 began in high spirits with immediate circle pits for Shrapnel's Main Stage opening set, and finished drenched in Trivium's addictive blend of rock spirit and vicious Metal riffs.

Bloodstock Festival 2025: The Thursday Review

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Dead Flesh, Fourway Kill, Gnome, All For Metal, Robbed Zombie and Me And That Man bring in Bloodstock 2025 with a barking, riff-heavenly, outrageous, bluesy bang.

Gig Of The Week / The Green Rooms 16 Anniversary Festival

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After the success of the first festival at The Green Rooms last year, they are back this weekend, celebrating their 16th Birthday. The gates are open at 3 pm today, Friday 1...

Blank Atlas / A Band Who Defines The Spirit Of 2000trees Festival

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Interview. From longtime fans to festival staples, Blank Atlas embody the spirit of 2000trees—mixing raw riffs, big hooks, and the heart of UK alternative music

2000trees / Letlive, RØRY, Vukovi & Gen And The Degenerates Shine On Final Day

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The final day of 2000trees Festival 2025 delivered one last adrenaline rush, with unforgettable performances from Letlive, RØRY, Vukovi, and Gen And The Degenerates. From punk-fuelled protest anthems to emotional crowd singalongs and chaotic crowd-surfing madness, Saturday proved this festival still had plenty of fire left to burn.

From Pubs To Packed Tents: Lowlives Reignite Authentic Rock At 2000trees

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Lowlives took 2000trees by storm with their stripped-back sound and DIY attitude. From beers to big stages, this is real rock made by real musicians.

Riding The Low / Inside Their 20-Year Journey At 2000trees Festival

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Riding The Low have been carving their place in UK rock for nearly 20 years. Fresh off a standout Forest stage set at 2000trees Festival, guitarists Chris Baldwin and Dan Baker open up about their evolving sound, creative process, and what keeps the band inspired after two decades.

Steelhouse Festival 2025 Sunday – Those Damn Crows, Tailgunner, Wolfmother & More

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Festival Review.Sunday at Steelhouse Festival 2025. Epic sets from Those Damn Crows, Tailgunner, Wolfmother, The Treatment, despite the changing Welsh weather.

Steelhouse Festival 2025 / Jayler, Lita Ford, And W.A.S.P. Deliver Big Moments

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Jayler energise early crowds, Lita Ford rocks a nostalgic set, and W.A.S.P. bring Heavy Metal glory to Steelhouse Festival 2025’s action-packed Saturday.

Steelhouse Festival: Wildhearts, Wednesday 13 & More In The Welsh Mountains

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Day one of Steelhouse Festival 2025 brought the heat—on and off stage. From gothic shock rock with Wednesday 13 to an inspired headliner set by The Wildhearts, the Welsh mountains echoed with classic rock energy, sun-soaked singalongs, and the camaraderie that defines this one-of-a-kind festival.

From Absolva To Schenker: The Maid Of Stone 2025 Finale

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Relive the Maid Of Stone Festival 2025 finale, where Absolva, Schenker, and more rocked Maidstone with standout sets, surprises, and powerful festival moments.

Storms Fade, Riffs Reign On Saturday At Maid Of Stone Festival

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Storms gave way to searing riffs at Maid Of Stone Festival Saturday as Ugly Kid Joe, Black Stone Cherry, Sophie Lloyd, and Kim Jennett delivered powerhouse sets at Mote Park.

Friday At Maid Of Stone Festival Brings The Fire

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We are at the height of the summer festival season, and Maid Of Stone has been hotly anticipated with its high-quality mix of hard rock, blues rock and southern rock. Hot is...

Hillbilly Vegas / From Windsor To Maid Of Stone Festival

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Hillbilly Vegas landed in the UK and hit the ground running—from Windsor sightseeing to rocking the Maid Of Stone Festival, their Southern charm is winning hearts fast.

Time To Rock Festival 2025 Review – Swedish Metal Magic in Knislinge Part Two

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Time To Rock Festival 2025 Review – Swedish Metal Magic in Knislinge Part 2. The Wildhearts - Cobra Spell - Michael Schenker - Praying Mantis - Mikkey Dee +more. Photo: Rich Dillon

Failstate To Frank Turner: Highlights From Friday At 2000trees Festival 2025

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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

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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.
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