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POMPEY CALLING – THE RIFLE, PORTSMOUTH, 12th March 2017

In conjunction with local online radio station The Flash, Pompey Calling on the 12th March was to be the 1st in a serious of afternoon music events, live at the Rifle club. With the focus on new and emerging acts, … Continue reading

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THE PIGEON DETECTIVES – “BROKEN GLANCES”

  Returning with their 5th album, the Pigeon Detectives have pushed themselves with a more challenging record. It’s something the schoolboy friends had made a conscious decision with, ditching any songs that started to resemble their early days too closely. … Continue reading

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DEVIL’S HOUND – “DEPRESSIVE LETTERS”

When I saw the name Vincent Price listed as an influence on the one-man project by Devil’s Hound, I got quite excited. Although with “Depressive Letters”, Devil’s Hound has stepped away from the horror film star. In his place, we … Continue reading

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DIESELLE MAY – “SAID AND DONE” / “20 DAYS”

By the tender age of 18 Dieselle May was playing sold out shows at the infamous Marquee Club in London. It was at this point her previous band Mustang Sally, would be playing the same stage once graced by the … Continue reading

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SENATOR, GROUP OF MAN & HACK JOB

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EDGE OF THE WEDGE SOUTHSEA, 28th February 2017 Great to see local hardcore lads Senator reform for the night… and all in the name of charity, raising a decent sum of money in honour of Rowans Hospice.  It may have been … Continue reading

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HORSEFLIES – “THESE HALLS ARE HAUNTED NOW”

As a live act, Horseflies immediately grab your attention. They’re loud and scream a lot but are humble in their delivery, genuinely appreciative of their following. It’s a trait that continues from several years on the local music scene, having … Continue reading

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SUNDARA KARMA – PIE AND VINYL, 22nd February 2017

As I write this article, some of you will no doubt be watching Sundara Karma playing to a sold-out crowd at the Wedgewood Rooms.  Earlier in the evening however there was a buzz of anticipation outside Pie & Vinyl, as … Continue reading

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ICEBREAKER FESTIVAL – SOUTHSEA, 28th January 2017

As the ice starts to melt following another successful day along Albert Road/Elm Grove, it gives us a moment to reflect on the early start to festival season. There was a good turn-out for Kill ‘em Dead Cowboy at the … Continue reading

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ICEBREAKER FESTIVAL, PORTSMOUTH 2017

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THEOSOPHY – “EASTLAND TALES – PART II”

Following on from 2012’s part I, Theosophy released “Eastland Tale – Part II” at the end of last year. The spirit of their cold homeland of Siberia adorns the albums cover-art, with skulls and a logo that already gives you a … Continue reading

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