Gig Reviews

Sisters Doll, The Thunder From Down Under, Hit Florida

Fresh off the Monsters of Rock Cruise, Sisters Doll brought their hard-hitting rock show to Crazy Uncle Mike's, Boca Raton, Florida, in an electrifying show. Words And Photography: @raynaleigh_ @sisters_doll @crazyunclemikes @outoftheashesrocks

Dream Theater Mesmerizes Toronto With A Three-Hour Prog-Metal Spectacle

Dream Theater. Epic 40th anniversary tour rocked Toronto! A three-hour set, Mike Portnoy’s return, and iconic hits made for an unforgettable Prog-Metal night. Words And Photography: @taylorcamphotos @cocacola_coliseum @dreamtheaterofficial

Rivers Of Nihil / A Blistering Barrage Of Technical Death Metal

The blue sky and 17-degree heat outside held no power of persuasion as The Underworld bubbled with anticipation for a night of Progressive Technical Death Metal with Rivers of Nihil, Cynic, Beyond Creation and Dååth.Words: @who_dunnet Photography: @a.nashphotography@riversofnihil @cynic_official @beyondcreationofficial @daathofficial @theunderworldcamden

Vukovi Claim Their Throne With Biggest Headline Show To Date

O2 Forum Kentish Town played host to one of the live show highlights of 2025 so far with Vukovi, supported by Unpeople and Artio, dominating the stage. @vukoviband @weareunpeople @artiomusic @montyrocks_ @manuela_langtosch_music_photos

Biohazard and Life Of Agony – A Manchester Metal Mayhem Meeting

Biohazard and Life Of Agony brought raw energy to O2 Ritz Manchester, proving their hardcore legacy is as fierce as ever. Plus, LYLVC and their rambunctious brand of Nu-Metal. Words: @mattprattphotos Photography: @dominicbeavenphotography @biohazarddfl @lifeofagonyofficial @lylvcband @o2ritzmanc

No Sleep Till Hellfest / The Fire Burns Even Stronger

Moor Beer Vaults - Radioactive Rats, Pest, Pointless Intent, and Chaos Reigns engluf the competition with a fierce craving. @radioactiverats_official @pest.band @pointlessintent @chaosreignsuk @rdh.photography @montyrocks_

As December Falls, Lake Malice and Campbell King In London

O2 Forum Kentish Town came alive as As December Falls, Lake Malice & Campbell King brought energy, emotion, and unforgettable performances to the stage. Words: @mattprattphotos Photography: @a.nashphotography @its_r_o_r_y @o2forumktown @asdecemberfalls @lakemalice @campbell_king_

Shaman’s Harvest And Blacktop Mojo UK Debut: A Slice Of Hard Rock Heaven

Shaman's Harvest and Blacktop Mojo made their UK debut at the O2 Academy Islington, with support from The Virginmarys. It was a night of blues, sweat and tears.Words: @who_dunnet Photography: @photognicuk@officialshamansharvest @blacktopmojo @thevirginmarys @o2acadislington

Live Review: Ricky Warwick Lights Up The Craufurd Arms

Ricky Warwick and The Fighting Hearts set Milton Keynes on fire with a high-energy show at The Craufurd Arms, delivering Thin Lizzy classics, solo hits, and tracks from his upcoming Blood Ties album. Words: Robert Adams @rickywarwickofficial @craufurdarms

RØRY / O2 Forum Kentish Town A Celebration Of Resilience And Redemption

RØRY lit up O2 Forum Kentish Town with an electrifying, emotional set, proving her resilience and star power. A night of raw honesty, fan unity, and unforgettable music. Words: @mattprattphotos Photography: @a.nashphotography @its_r_o_r_y @o2forumktown

Wylde-inspired Zakk Sabbath Takeover O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire

Live Review: Zakk Sabbath rocked a packed O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, with Zakk Wylde leading an electrifying, nostalgia-fueled tribute to Black Sabbath that left fans in awe. Words: Karen Hetherington Photography: @robert_sutton_photography @o2sbe @zakkwyldebls @zakksabbath

Airbourne / A High-Octane Rock ‘n’ Roll Spectacle In Brighton

Airbourne rocked a sold-out Brighton Concorde 2 with a high-energy, no-holds-barred performance. Fans got exactly what they came for—pure rock ’n’ roll mayhem! Words: @ adrianstonley @robert_sutton_photography @airbourne @concorde2

The Wild Things / A Stellar Acoustic Set At Gibson Garage Anniversary

The Wild Things deliver powerful acoustic set at Gibson Garage’s anniversary celebration, blending '90s alt-rock vibes with raw emotion. A must-see performance Words: @kahmel_farahani Photography and Video: @rock_pixs @thewildthings @gibsonguitaruk @officialthewho

Tyketto & April Wine Light Up The London Palladium

Tyketto and April Wine set The London Palladium on fire with electrifying performances, priming the crowd for Uriah Heep’s epic farewell to extensive touring. Words: @pmonkhouse1 Photography: @robert_sutton_photography @thelondonpalladium @tykettoofficial @aprilwineband

Uriah Heep Bring Hard Rock Majesty To The London Palladium

Uriah Heep. A farewell to extensive touring at The London Palladium was a night of pure hard rock mastery, proving their legacy remains as mighty as ever. Words: @pmonkhouse1 Photography: @robert_sutton_photography @thelondonpalladium @uriahheepofficial @mick_box_uriah_heep

Jack White Ignites Troxy With Raw Garage Rock Energy On No Name Tour

Jack White - No Name tour hit London's Troxy. No setlists, no limits—just pure rock ‘n’ roll. Jack and his tight band left nothing on the table. Words: James De Guerre @officialjackwhite @troxylondon

Jam For Jack / A Family Affair at Gibson Garage

Jam For Jack was far more than a tribute concert. It was an intimate and deeply personal celebration of the life and artistry of the legendary Jack Bruce. Words And Photography: @aggieanthimidou @gibsonguitaruk @jackbrucefoundation @jackbruceofficial

Caskets Prove Their Power In Islington With Colorblind & Palmist

Caskets proved their live power at O2 Academy Islington, joined by Colorblind & Palmist. A night of intense performances, emotional moments, and fan connections Words: @_carol_tuck_ Photography: @_tony.visual_ @caskets_band @colorblindtx @palmistband @o2acadislington
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