Monthly Archives: October 2019

Thurston Moore – Portsmouth Review

Getting to review Thurston Moore in Portsmouth is one thing, seeing him twice during the same evening? That’s something else! However, with performances both in-store at Southsea’s Pie & Vinyl and a couple of hours later at the Wedgewood Rooms, … Continue reading

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Best Classical Box Sets 2019

Knowing the best classical box sets to choose from in 2019 can prove somewhat difficult. Especially considering how much quality music is out there from years gone by. So whether it’s choosing your Bach or Beethoven Box Sets, or trying … Continue reading

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Review: The Wildhearts – Engine Rooms, Southampton

Appearing at the Engine Rooms, Southampton, the Wildhearts are back on the road to promote their first full-length album in 10 years. The headlining show being the penultimate gig from a short run of live dates during the Renaissance Men … Continue reading

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Live Review: The Psychedelic Furs, Pyramids Centre, Southsea

The Wendy James Band In support to the Psychedelic Furs at the Pyramids Centre was another act who made a name for themselves during the 1980’s in Wendy James (formerly of Transvision Vamp). Having produced 3 fairly pop-oriented albums with Transvision Vamp, … Continue reading

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6 Overlooked Ginger Baker Bands

RIP GINGER BAKER – August 1939 to October 2019 When it comes to Ginger Baker bands then the late great drummer has a discography that seems to just keep going. He may have been widely known as a bit of … Continue reading

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Review: 3Times7 – “Rain in Chicago”

3Times7 – “Rain in Chicago” Inspired by their break in the USA, “Rain in Chicago” by 3Times7 is the new album from the Sussex based duo. Having taken time out on a blues pilgrimage from Chicago to New Orleans, anyone … Continue reading

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Review: Ibibio Sound Machine – Wedgewood Rooms

Ibibio Sound Machine at the Wedgewood Rooms With the announcement of Ibibio Sound Machine at the Wedgewood Rooms came much hype in the build-up to the gig. After all, among the array of covers bands and club nights, it’s not … Continue reading

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