The iconic indie-rock band took to Rough Trade on Monday night to announce their latest album, Anatomy of a Brief Romance. Twenty-one years ago, the English rock band released Silent Alarm, a genre-defining classic. The energetic, tight singles of ‘Banquet’… Continue Reading
Lowertown’s stop in Bristol on their UK tour certainly made Sunday night at the Exchange one to remember. With a grungy, energetic atmosphere, a varied setlist, and a supporting act from Sarah Meth, Lowertown performed a set that any indie… Continue Reading
Continuing their extensive tour of Europe, Brooklyn synth-pop trio Nation of Language arrive at Electric Bristol tonight promoting their pristine new album Dance Called Memory. Though the band formed in 2016 – after frontman Ian Devaney was inspired by OMD… Continue Reading
The Burlington-based musician Greg Freeman brought an exciting indie rock/Americana sound to the Monday slot at the intimate Louisiana. Freeman’s reputation in the current wave of indie rock grew out of his debut album I Looked Out, which paired wiry… Continue Reading
Thee Sacred Souls, the San Diego-based three-piece, performed their penultimate show on their European tour. Their blend of a timeless style of soul, full of warmth and sophisticated musicianship, was on full display at the Prospect Building last Thursday night. … Continue Reading
It’s been two days since I watched The Dirty Nil’s gig at the Exchange – and my ears are still ringing. Self-described as a rock band (NOT punk, according to the lead singer Luke Bentham) the trio certainly lived up… Continue Reading
As a new Bristolian, this was my first visit to the harbourside. I was impressed by how convenient it was to access, just a short walk from the centre. The site is very compact it can hold 5000 people comfortably… Continue Reading
A Third day in the RED zone didn’t bode well for tonight’s gig. No need for “Layering up” just in case it got chilly later. Lack of pockets can be a problem in warmer weather, however. I parked up and… Continue Reading