Gig Reviews

Ladies and gentlemen, say it loud—rock 'n' roll is back, and it’s louder, groovier, and grittier than ever. At The Garage in Highbury, DeWolff and Silveroller proved that big riffs, soulful swagger, and psychedelic flair are alive and thriving.With high-energy sets and raw passion, these two rising forces lit up the stage in a night that celebrated the very essence of live rock music.

Ghost brought their unholy blend of theatrical rock and spine-tingling spectacle to The O2 on Easter weekend, delivering a phone-free experience packed with new hits from Skeleta, unforgettable visuals, and the larger-than-life presence of Papa V Perpetua.From pyrotechnics to crowd singalongs, it was a night of pure ritualistic magic.

When Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons hit Dublin’s Opium, they didn’t just play—they detonated. With a setlist packed with Motörhead’s fiercest anthems and powered by decades of pure Metal grit, the former Motörhead guitarist and his clan delivered a night of headbanging chaos, sweat, and unfiltered rock 'n' roll reverence.If you weren’t there, you missed a masterclass in how to keep Lemmy’s legacy roaring.

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.

Tender Vendetta. An explosive return with sleazy grunge fury at The Giffard, Wolverhampton—joined by Pretty Shivers for a genre-fusing opening for Sam Millar.

As night fell over Brixton, a portal opened—not to another place, but to an older way of being. Heilung and Eivør did not merely perform at O2 Academy Brixton—they conjured.Through chant, rhythm, myth, and memory, the crowd was drawn into a ritual where sound became spirit and every note echoed with ancestral power. This was not just a concert. It was a return.

Three savages are better than one: Catch Your Breath, Until I Wake, and Of Virtue poured heart, soul and furious hard rock spirit into their sets at The O2 Academy Islington on Saturday. Moments of chaos were injected with pockets of introspection, forming a concert experience that fans will not forget anytime soon.

Behemoth, Satyricon and Rotting Christ transcended all confines to deliver Black Metal fans to a dark yet deeply pleasurable place in the O2 Academy Brixton.Words: @who_dunnet Photography: @manuela_langotsch_music_photos@behemothofficial @satyriconofficial @rottingchristofficial @o2academybrix

Sam Millar. A triumphant Wolverhampton return delivers melodic '80s-inspired rock, unforgettable choruses, and a feel-good vibe at The Giffard Arms. Catch the magic live!

Lambrini Girls ignite Nottingham’s Rescue Rooms with fierce feminist punk, raw energy, and unapologetic activism—true faces of non-conformity in every sense. Words And Photography: @mattprattphotos @rescuerooms @lambrinigirlz @loosearticles

Jack J Hutchinson & Matt Pearce A Double Shot Of Magnificence at The Grace, London. A blazing night of blues rock power, soul, and unforgettable stage magic. Words: @liz_medhurst Photography: @rock_pixs @thegraceldn @jackjhutchinson @mattpearceuk

Air Drawn Dagger’s biggest headline show yet lit up Corporation in Sheffield, with explosive support from Knife Bride, Displacer, and S.T.A.T.I.C. in a night celebrating powerful new music. Words And Photography: @mattprattphotos @corpsheffield @weareknifebride @displacer.band @s.t.a.t.i.c.official

Air Drawn Dagger light up their Sheffield hometown with a stunning, theatrical performance to celebrate their debut album—proving they’re building something truly spectacular. Words And Photography: @mattprattphotos @airdrawndaggerband @longbranchrecords @corpsheffield

P.O.D. and Drowning Pool bring explosive energy to Godsmack’s UK show at Eventim Apollo, delivering nostalgia, raw emotion, and modern Metal mastery. Words And Photography: @a.nashphotography @godsmack @eventimapollo @pod @drowningpoolofficial

At Eventim Apollo, Godsmack deliver an electrifying UK-exclusive show, blending thunderous riffs, heartfelt moments, and classic Heavy Metal energy. Words And Photography: @a.nashphotography @godsmack @eventimapollo

Frank Turner’s Rock City show featured standout sets from Amigo The Devil and Dan Ottewell, blending humor, folk-rock, and rising local talent on one stage. Words And Photography: @mattprattphotos @rockcitynottingham @amigothedevil

Frank Turner marked his 3016th show with a high-octane return to Rock City, Nottingham—his self-declared favourite venue.Blending nostalgic hits, political anthems, and boundless crowd energy, the milestone gig stood out as a defining moment of his 2025 tour. Words And Photography: @mattprattphotos @frankturner @rockcitynottingham

Toronto was buzzing with teased wigs, leather jackets, and pure '80s rock energy as fans poured into the Great Canadian Casino Resort.Loverboy and Quiet Riot delivered a powerhouse performance packed with timeless hits, emotional tributes, and electrifying stage presence. Words And Photography: @taylorcamphotos @quietriotband @loverboyband @greatcanadiantoronto