Lindsey Stirling Meets The Royal Albert Hall
There are artists you like, there are artists you love, and then there are those artists who are so intrinsically woven into the fabric of your day-to-day life that you feel a personal sense of gratitude toward them. For more than ten years, Lindsey Stirling has unknowingly ridden life’s rollercoaster with me. She has been my go-to artist when I’ve felt unbridled joy, desperate sorrow, crippling anxiety, or total serenity.
Liana Flores at The Louisiana in Bristol
After the release of her album Flower of the soul in June, Liana Flores embarked on her ‘tour of the soul’ and is currently on the UK leg. Her sold-out show at the iconic The Louisiana venue in Bristol on October 28th was a beautiful night of folk and ethereal melodies.
Mallory Knox’s Return to Birmingham After 6 Year Hiatus
Mallory Knox's Birmingham show on 16 October was an electrifying return for the English alternative rock band after a six-year hiatus, and the energy in the room was palpable. The night kicked off with HRTLSS, a British rock/emo artist who set a solid tone for the evening, but it was electro-rockers Call Me Amour who followed that left a bit to be desired. Despite their best efforts, including engaging with the crowd from the barrier, the audience seemed somewhat subdued. Perhaps the dreary weather outside had dulled the spirits of the attendees, but it was evident that they were waiting for something to ignite the night.
Wallows First Night of Two Shows at Edinburgh’s O2 Academy
American alt-rock band Wallows brought their highly-anticipated 'Model’ Tour to Edinburgh’s O2 Academy on 15 October, for the first of two nights, and they delivered a memorable and engaging performance that had fans captivated from start to finish.
Becky Hill: Live At The OVO Hydro In Scotland
Becky Hill's performance at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on the 12th October was a showcase of her undeniable talent, commanding stage presence, and flawless vocals. Despite a few initial wardrobe hiccups, Hill's ability to connect with her audience never faltered, delivering a night of euphoric highs, intimate ballads, and expertly crafted visuals that kept the crowd fully engaged from start to finish. With standout support from opening acts Charlie Boon and SAVANNAH, the night was a full-scale celebration of dance, pop, and heartfelt performance. With a mix of high-energy hits, heartfelt ballads and stunning visual effects, Becky Hill proved once again why she's one of the most exciting live performers in the UK.
Punk Rock Factory ‘Stick To The Covers’ Tour in Birmingham 2024
Bringing their signature brand of high-energy, humour-filled pop-punk/alt rock covers, Punk Rock Factory tore the roof off of Birmingham's O2 Institute on 11 October. Wolves of Glendale kicked off the night with their unique blend of comedy and rock, proving to be the perfect opener for Punk Rock Factory's light-hearted, nostalgic vibe. Their crowd interaction, particularly the wild mashups they created from audience requests, had the room howling with laughter and fully invested in the madness. By the time Punk Rock Factory hit the stage, the crowd was already buzzing, primed for the main event.
YEAT: EUROLYFE Tour At Birmingham’s O2 Academy
On a dark and moody Sunday evening on 6th October, American rage rapper Yeat concluded the UK leg of his ‘EUROLYFE’ tour at Birmingham’s O2 Academy. Upon arrival, whilst walking down to the O2 Academy, the queue still stood all the way up the hill and around the corner as the time closed in on 7.30pm, nearly half an hour after doors opened. This gave me an insight into how packed the venue was going to be for the event and I was told by fans that it was roughly over three-thousand people inside, as I watched the entire show from the balcony.
The Driver Era: Live in Edinburgh for their ‘X Girlfriend’ Tour
On a warm October night, The Driver Era rolled into O2 Academy Edinburgh for what would prove to be a memorable concert filled with electric energy, intimate moments, and unexpected twists. Headlined by brothers Ross and Rocky Lynch, the band is known for its genre-blurring mix of alternative rock, pop, and funk, but the show was much more than just a musical performance. With fantastic support from the openers, almost monday and Your Favorite Color, the night was an immersive experience that showcased not just the headliners, but the collective talent of everyone involved.
The Vamps: Live in Manchester for their ‘Meet The Vamps’ Anniversary Tour
The atmosphere on Wednesday night in Manchester’s O2 Apollo was electric as fans eagerly awaited the return of British pop band, The Vamps, who last performed in Manchester almost two years ago, in November of 2022. Formed in 2011, and consisting of singer/rhythmic guitarist Bradley Simpson, lead guitarist James McVey, drummer Tristan Evans and bassist Connor Ball, the band rose to stardom in the summer of 2012 after posting covers of various songs, including One Direction’s ‘Live While We’re Young’, to their YouTube channel. Now 10 years on from the release of their debut album, Meet The Vamps, the boys are knee deep in a reunion tour which has resulted in a wave of nostalgia among fans across the UK.
Stand Atlantic: Live in Birmingham - 2024
Stand Atlantic's sold-out Birmingham show was a night of unrelenting energy, crowd interaction and genre-blurring performances that left fans buzzing. With support from Slowly Slowly and Honey Revenge, the night was stacked with talent, setting the stage for Stand Atlantic's explosive headlining set.