Gig Reviews

Bachman-Turner Overdrive Roll Out All The Hits In Bloomington

Gig Reviews
Bachman-Turner Overdrive delivered a powerful night of classic rock in Bloomington, IL, rolling out hit after hit in a high-energy set led by rock legend Randy Bachman. With nods to his iconic work with both BTO and The Guess Who, the show was a nostalgic and electric celebration of a six-decade music legacy.

Lita Ford / Indigo At The O2 – A Hard Rock Queen Still Dominating The Stage

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From Runaways fame to solo stardom, Lita Ford proved she's still a force of nature at Indigo at The O2. Blazing through classics like Cherry Bomb and Close My Eyes Forever, her fiery performance, surprise collaborations, and raw stage presence reminded everyone why she's a rock icon.

Wolfsbane Make A Howling Mad Return To KK’s Steel Mill

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Gig Review: Wolfsbane tear up KK’s Steel Mill with a howling mad return packed with blazing riffs, raw energy, and pure Heavy Metal chaos.

Creed / Summer Of ’99 Tour Hits Hartford With Daughtry & Mammoth

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Gig Review: Creed’s Summer of '99 Tour rocked Hartford’s Xfinity Theater with powerful sets by Daughtry and Mammoth, honouring Ozzy Osbourne on an unforgettable night.

Ugly Kid Joe / Comforting Hard Rock For The Grieving Music World

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Ugly Kid Joe put on a gig crammed with classics and crowd-pleasers at The Fleece, Bristol, and threw a real rock party paying homage to the late Ozzy Osbourne.

Lynyrd Skynyrd / Grit And Groove At OVO Arena Wembley

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Lynyrd Skynyrd put on a show steeped in history, heartache, and survival at OVO Arena Wembley on 19 July 2025, with infectious support from Blackberry Smoke.

Tailgunner Tease New Album To An Exctited Norwich Crowd

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Tailgunner thrill Norwich fans with high-energy new tracks on the W.A.S.P. tour, teasing their next album and cementing their status in the New Wave of British Heavy Metal.

Alice Cooper / From Cardiff With Shock Rock And Sorrow

Gig Reviews
Alice Cooper stuns Cardiff with shock rock spectacle turned tribute, as news of Ozzy Osbourne’s death breaks. Bobbie Dazzle opens with vintage glam fire.

Manowar / Metal Legends Shake O2 Academy Brixton To Its Core

Gig Reviews
Metal icons Manowar roared through a thunderous set at London’s O2 Academy Brixton, delivering true Metal mayhem, fan-favourite classics, and a jaw-dropping full playthrough of Hail to England.

W.A.S.P Play Debut Album One Last Time For Norwich

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W.A.S.P brought their legendary debut album to life one final time in Norwich, delivering a powerful night of Metal nostalgia. From I Wanna Be Somebody to Blind In Texas, Blackie Lawless and the band proved they’re still a force to be reckoned with.

Pantera Deliver A New Level Of Heavy At Tinley Park, Chicago

Gig Reviews
Heavy Metal legends Pantera brought thunder to Tinley Park’s Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre with a crushing set that proved why this is the Heaviest Tour of the Summer. Joined by Amon Amarth and Snafu, the night delivered raw energy, massive riffs, and a powerful tribute to Metal history in front of nearly 20,000 fans.

Anal Vomit, Total Annihilation And Unburier Melt The Underground, Plymouth

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Gig Review. Anal Vomit 20th anniversary tour hits The Underground, Plymouth with Total Annihilation and Unburier. A blistering night of sweat-drenched Metal.

Dylan Gers / A Night Of Guitar Magic At Karma Sanctum, Iron Maiden’s Hotel Home

Gig Reviews
From Flying V solos to Theremin tones, Dylan Gers delivered a powerful, genre-blending performance at Karma Sanctum Soho—home turf of Iron Maiden legends.

Magik Light Up Gibraltar’s MAG Club With Powerful Album Launch Set

Gig Reviews
Gibraltar’s rock scene continues to punch above its weight, as Magik lit up the intimate MAG Club with a high-energy album launch show. Featuring powerhouse originals, classic rock covers, and a surprise guest appearance by Danny Vaughn, the night was a triumphant celebration of local talent and global rock pedigree.

Alexisonfire / An Explosive O2 Academy Brixton Return As Chaos And Calm Collide

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Alexisonfire tore through O2 Academy Brixton with a set that blurred chaos and control, proving their post-Hardcore power is as potent as ever. With a fierce and emotionally charged opening from Birds In Row, the night became a cathartic collision of intensity, nostalgia, and shared release. A live show that didn’t just perform—it transformed.

Electric Six / Ferocious Heat And Full-Throttle Fun At Tramshed Cardiff

Gig Reviews
In ferocious heat, Electric Six light up Tramshed Cardiff with a blistering set, ending their 2025 UK Tour on a high with wild pits, classics, and new anthems.

Shinedown / An Intimate Acoustic Evening With Brent Smith and Zach Myers

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Shinedown / An Intimate Acoustic Evening saw Brent Smith and Zach Myers light up Islington Assembly Hall with raw emotion, heartfelt stories, and stripped-down performances that gave fans a rare and powerful glimpse into the soul of their music.

Linkin Park / A Triumphant Resurrection At Wembley Stadium

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Linkin Park / A Triumphant Resurrection At Wembley Stadium – In a blazing 33°C London evening, Linkin Park deliver a powerful, emotional comeback with Emily Armstrong, uniting 85,000 fans in a night of cathartic celebration.
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