In recent years the Cabaret Voltaire has played host to some of the best up-and-coming bands in the country. Maximo Park, The Horrors, Forward Russia, Ladyfuzz ‘` all have graced its tiny, stone-vaulted stage. All of which makes tonight’s gig by Larrikin Love unmissable. more… “Larrikin Love / Alterkicks”
Supporting The Dykeenies in King Tuts guaranteed The Wombats an eager and excited crowd, even if it was a ludicrously young audience and the Scouse trio managed to live up to any early expectations more… “The Wombats”
There are some things in life that are simply unmissable: that first breath of a new born child; darkness thrown over the land by an eclipse; the new Kasabian album (ahem); or your monthly edition of ‘`Is This Music?’. more… “John Martyn”
When you have recieved the seal of approval from the mighty Mozalini, it will either be a cross to bear or something to build on.The arrival of The Boyfriends to the capital tonight in what I believe is their first Scottish date, allows us to judge for ourselves more… “The Boyfriends / The Rushes”
They may still play on stage surrounded by branches and twigs but British Sea Power are forging ahead with new songs on their current club tour. Taking a break from writing and recording, the chance to preview new material at a sold-out King Tuts more… “British Sea Power”
Tippi, head Hedron has for some time been seen as a bit of a joke around the Glasgow scene. As far as I can make out her one crime has been to want to be famous. None of this ‘`I just want to make my music, but if I could make a living at it: Cool’` indie-schmindie ‘`integrity’. No, she wants it all the limousines, the diamond encrusted crack, and the tabloid splattered sex life. Is that such a crime? more… “The Hedrons”
Hype ‘` it’s a wonderful thing. Look where it’s got Lilly Allen. With a little help from a Dad-inspired media machine, her silky smooth blend of ragga, hip-hop and pop elevated the spiritless ‘`Smile’ to the top of the charts. So, with this in mind, it’s easy to be cynical of the overwhelming optimism that greets Jamie T tonight. more… “Jamie T”
(part of T on the Fringe)
Arriving on stage wearing a t shirt with the words ‘You Cunt’ emblazoned on the front, you just knew this Plan B show was going to be provocative and emotive.
The packed Liquid Room crowd were treated to an hour’s worth of obscenity-filled material more… “Plan B”
(part of T on the Fringe)
Fake ID at the ready? Then let’s get over to the Liquid Rooms where the latest rock ‘`n’ roll sensations The Subways are strutting their hi-octane grunge-punk to a pious wave of idolising indie kids.
Judging by the numbers left grimacing outside the tour bus those ‘`Universtiy of Life’ student cards aren’t fooling doorstaff like they once did. But in a sold out venue where personal space is a wistful fantasy, those exiled from the cult-like crowd are quickly forgotten as the Essex heroes arrive on stage to rapturous applause. more… “The Subways”
The whole EofDM thing kinda passed me by (as did the retrograde interest in the Desert Sessions and all things all things Stoner) as I completely bought the hype and expected Queens Of The Stone Age to be the heaviest most rockin’ band I’d ever heard. Not, lame-o wimp-riffs with girly vocals. So, mainly I wasn’t that interested. more… “The Eagles Of Death Metal”