Live Reviews
Bullet For My Valentine & Trivium – The Poisoned Ascendancy Tour – Utilita Arena Cardiff
The Utilita Arena in Cardiff was the epicentre of modern metal on 27th January 2025 as Bullet For My Valentine and Trivium delivered a co-headline performance celebrating the enduring power of their landmark albums, The Poison and Ascendancy. With Swedish metallers Orbit Culture setting the stage, the night was a masterclass in heavy music. Orbit...
Kreator & Anthrax – European Tour 2024 – Eventim Apollo, London
London’s Eventim Apollo became the epicenter of thrash metal as Kreator and Anthrax delivered a co-headline performance that celebrated the genre’s enduring legacy. Testament set the tone with a commanding opening set, creating an atmosphere charged with excitement and anticipation for the night ahead. Testament opened with precision and power, delivering a performance that showcased...
Lacuna Coil – In The Meantime UK Tour – Roundhouse, London
Lacuna Coil had taken a five-year break from touring the UK, and fans were eager to witness their performance once more. With support from Finnish rockers Blind Channel, the night promised to be one full of energy, excitement, and charisma. Opening the night was an unexpected choice: Blind Channel. Known for their energetic style and...
Dream Theater – 40th Anniversary Tour – O2 Arena, London
Dream Theater’s 40th anniversary world tour launched with a landmark show at London’s O2 Arena. This night marked not only their first headlining performance at the venue but also the highly anticipated return of original drummer, Mike Portnoy, after a 14-year absence. The excitement in the air was palpable as fans from across the globe...
Cannibal Corpse – European Tour 2024 – Roundhouse, London
Cannibal Corpse have been at the forefront of the Death Metal scene for decades so when they sold out London’s iconic Roundhouse, we knew we would be in for a treat! With support from Municipal Waste, Immolation, and Schizophrenia, the evening promised to be a celebration of both old school and modern Death Metal! The...
Zeal & Ardor – Greif Tour – O2 Shepherds Bush Empire
If you’ve been keeping up with the rise of experimental metal, Zeal & Ardor is a name you’re likely familiar with. Blending black metal with blues and spirituals, they’ve carved a niche that’s as unique as it is powerful. Their latest UK tour brought them to the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, a venue steeped in...
Bloodstock Open Air Festival 2024 – Gallery And Recap
Bloodstock Open Air has once again proven why it reigns supreme in the UK heavy metal scene, with its 2024 edition delivering an unforgettable experience. As metalheads flooded Catton Park, the electric atmosphere was undeniable—a blend of anticipation and pure metal energy that only Bloodstock can evoke. The entrance, flanked by a massive metal airplane,...
Dead Posey – The Black Heart, London
The atmosphere outside The Black Heart was buzzing as fans, adorned in eclectic alternative attire, lined up eagerly for what promised to be an unforgettable evening. Band t-shirts, leather jackets, and edgy hairstyles dominated the scene, highlighting the vibrant diversity of the crowd gathered for the night’s performances. Once the doors opened, fans flooded the...
2000 Trees Festival 2024 – Gallery And Recap
2000 Trees returned once more with headliner sets from The Gaslight Anthem, The Chats, and Don Broco. The festival prides itself on its sense of community and togetherness, as well as being one of the most diverse festivals in the UK. As people arrived on Wednesday, a real feeling of excitement filled Upcote Park. Exit...
The Interrupters – O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London
The Interrupters headlined a one-off show at London’s O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, delivering an evening of high-energy ska-punk. Supported by the legendary Rhoda Dakar, the event was a celebration of rhythms and melodies that left the crowd buzzing long after the final encore. The evening kicked off with a captivating performance by Rhoda Dakar, whose...
Kerry King – Electric Ballroom, London
The atmosphere outside The Electric Ballroom was electric as fans, adorned in thrash metal shirts, lined up eagerly for an unforgettable evening. The Slayer logo dominated the sea of black, proudly displayed by the majority of the crowd, highlighting the band’s enduring legacy. Kicking off the night were English death metal outfit Celestial Sanctuary. From...
Thirty Seconds To Mars – Seasons Tour – The O2 Arena, London
Thirty Seconds To Mars made a sensational return to the UK, kicking off their massive arena tour at London’s O2 Arena with an unforgettable performance. The evening began with the captivating Jagwar Twin, who immediately grabbed the crowd’s attention, cigarette in hand, as he began his set with a soft, melodic serenade. His performance quickly...