Last week, we caught Father John Misty at his very best, for a career-spanning set at London's O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire. Read our review and check out shots below:

We can't wait to return to Latitude Festival this year for another stacked weekend! Check out some of our ones to watch here:

Simple Things Festival has announced the first wave of its lineup, with special guests Squid, Shabaka and Jeremy Deller curating part of the lineup! With many more exciting names announced, check out the full lineup here:

On Saturday, Dot To Dot Festival returned to the streets of Bristol, bringing some of the country's most exciting new bands and sounds to the city! Read our review and check out some shots below:

Today Gilla Band have dropped new single 'Giraffe,' their first new music in 4 years. Alongside the single, they've announced a huge UK/EU/US tour. Read all about it here: clunkmag.com/gilla-band-d...

Ahead of the release of their debut EP 'From The Burnoff,' out on 5th June, we chatted to Manchester band Martial Arts. Discussing the new EP, learning to take more care in the studio and much more, you can read the full interview here:

Westside Cowboy have announced their debut album 'It Goes On' will be released on 21st August via Island Records! Alongside the announcement, they've dropped new single 'Kick Stones (The Boys)', out now. Read all about it below:

On Friday, Sienna Spiro mesmerised her Glasgow crowd, solidifying herself as one of the most promising new voices in pop. Read our review and check out shots here:

We chatted to Big Special ahead of their new EP 'O' JOY!', a selection of tracks from the cutting room floor of albums 1 and 2. The duo discuss recontextualising these tracks, working class inclusion in the music industry, and much more. Read the full interview here:

With Dot To Dot Festival just over a week away, here are our picks for who not to miss in Bristol, from buzzy newcomers to local favourites. Read our picks here:

"This is what The Royston Club continue to do. They make big rooms feel small, and small feelings feel enormous." Read our review of The Royston Club live in Manchester here:

Last week, GANS brought their Connected Tour to Bristol’s Fleece following the release of their debut album ‘Good for the Soul'. Check out shots and read our review below:

With their first new album in 9 years out today, we chatted to Broken Social Scene! We discussed looking back at their career, the development of the new album and much more... Read the full interview here:

"Contorted, tempting and baring all of its teeth, 'Johnny's Dreamworld' is the sound of a siren, grabbing you with both hands and plunging you beneath the surface." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️(+1/2) Read our review of the debut album from Modern Woman here:

We were lucky to be at the first night of Big Thief's four-night London residency, where the adored folk trio proved themselves as a force to be reckoned with. Check out the full review and gallery below:

Following the release of new album 'GOLDSTAR,' we caught The Sophs at their chaotic, sold-out Bristol gig! Check out our review, live shots and portraits below:

Today, Boards Of Canada have announced their long awaited 6th album 'Inferno,' their first in 13 years. Read all about it below:

Following the release of their debut album, we chatted to The Cindys about new music, the formation of the band, and much more... Read the full interview here:

"Joshua Idehen’s appearance at a sold out Exeter Phoenix served as a definitive case study in the power of the spoken word." Read our review and check out shots of Joshua Idehen, live in Exeter:

With Bristol's Outer Town Festival only two days away and only a handful of tickets left, here are some of our picks! Check out our list and buy tickets below:

Ritual Union returned to Bristol for its 2026 showcase of some of the UK's most promising new bands! With highlights including Keo, Working Men’s Club and many more, read our review and check out shots below:

With his new album 'My New Band Believe,' out next week, we got the chance to chat with former black midi bassist/vocalist Cameron Picton! Covering his many collaborators, the end of his last band, and much more, you can read the full interview here:

Ahead of the release of their new album 'Nets To Catch The Wind,' out on 10th April, we chat to Brighton trio TIGERCUB! Covering the new album, the 10 year anniversary of their debut, and much more, you can read the full interview here:

As we count down to the release of Modern Woman's debut album 'Johnny's Dreamworld,' we chat to frontwoman Sophie Harris! Covering the origins of the band, unexpected influences and much more, you can read the full interview here:

For their largest gig yet, Madra Salach took to London's Dome - we were lucky enough to catch it. Read our review here:

"Each track had its own atmosphere, and they embodied each one effortlessly, shifting from intensity to vulnerability in a way that seemed natural rather than staged." Read our review and check out shots of The Last Dinner Party, live in Brussels, here:

Following the passing of David Lynch last year, Xiu Xiu have put together a live homage to his film 'Eraserhead'. The result is a surreal, industrial and entirely original live show. Read our full review here:

With support from Evan Honer, Michael Marcagi brought his new album 'Under The Streetlights' to Glasgow! Read our review and check out shots here:

With a brand new album and sound, PVA started off their tour at Bristol's Thekla last week! Read our review and check out some shots below:

Ahead of the release of their debut album 'GOLDSTAR,' we caught up with The Sophs! Covering crafting the album, unexpected influences and more, read the full interview here:

"The Paper Kites delivered a performance that felt less like a concert and more like a shared exhale." Read our review and check out shots of The Paper Kites, live in Belfast, here:

We were lucky enough to catch Deftones for their huge return to Glasgow and the first of their two Scotland shows! Read our review and check out shots below:

"I’d bet Clapham felt pretty empty this evening, because London’s Australian population had poured into Camden, creating a roar of anticipation" Read our review and check out shots of Rum Jungle here:

Following the release of their new single 'Real Tree Lee,' we were buzzed to catch Adult DVD for one of their 3 sold-out shows at The Shacklewell Arms! Read our review below:

"Wednesday’s Child have honed a truly distinctive sound, fusing psychedelic rock with jazz and punky spoken word. The result is unpredictable, at times unsettling, and utterly hypnotic live." Read our review of Wednesday's Child live at The Lexington here:

We were lucky to catch Florence + The Machine kick off the ‘Everybody Scream’ Tour with a mesmerising showcase at the SSE Arena in Belfast! Read our review and check out shots below:

Last week, Only The Poets took over Brixton Academy, offering fans tickets for only £1 in a stand against the state of the industry and an important effort to keep gigs accessible. Read our review and check out some shots below:

Touring their new EP 'So Much Country 'Till We Get There,' we were lucky to catch Westside Cowboy as they rode through Bristol! Read our review and check out shots below:

Lorde is coming to Bristol for the first time! The team behind Bristol’s FORWARDS festival has announced a star-studded lineup for its new outdoor gig event on 28th August, featuring Lorde, Djo and more. Read about it here:

With her debut EP 'The Flowers I See You In' out this Friday, we chatted with Ninush, one of our ones to watch for 2026! Covering her move from violinist to songwriter, collaborations with Black Country, New Road and much more, you can read the full interview here:

With new album 'Only You Left' on the way next month, we caught The Orielles in Norwich for their headline set at Independent Venue Week! Read our full review and check out shots below:

St. Paul and The Broken Bones return to Glasgow's Old Fruitmarket, playing hit after hit, with confident support from Tyler Ballgame. Read our review and check out our gallery here:

"There’s a quiet assuredness to heavy wild’s essence, striking a delicate balance between both romance and gloom, nostalgia and catharsis." Read our review and check out shots of heavy wild live in Dalston here:

'Xiu Mutha Fuckin' Xiu: Vol. 1' is experimental legends Xiu Xiu's deranged "thank you" to some of their favourite music. Featuring covers all the way from Robyn to Throbbing Gristle to Glorilla, it's a wild, unpredictable and often wonderfully silly ride. Read our review here:

Ahead of the release of new album 'If You Go There, I Hope You Find It,' we chat with Melbourne band The Paper Kites. Covering their growth, their relationship with their platinum song 'Bloom' and much more, you can read the full interview here:

Divorce returned to Bristol last week to show off their excellent album 'Drive To Goldenhammer,' one of our favourites of the year. Read our full review and check out shots below:

On her current tour, Sudan Archives performs her new album 'THE BPM' with an intense and infectious confidence. We were lucky enough to catch it in the flesh... Read our review of Sudan Archives live in Manchester below, with photos from the Glasgow date:

Following the release of new single 'Skipper,' we chatted with London experimental band Y, about their debut EP, unexpected influences and questioning everything. Read the full interview here:

On Monday night, Irish pop sensation CMAT brought a night of raucous energy, heart and humour to London’s O2 Academy Brixton and we were there to see it all! Read our review here:

Yesterday, Home Counties played their biggest show to date at London's Scala, with support from Parker Fans and My First Time. We were lucky enough to catch it! Read our full review and check out shots below: