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Gig Reviews

Reverend and the Makers (O2 Academy Bristol – Oct’12)

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Arran

Following the release of their second album ‘A French Kiss In The Chaos’, Reverend and his gang appeared to be on a somewhat quiet spell, but this year they have bounced back with a solid third, going in all guns blazing with… Continue Reading →

Gig Reviews, Music

Marina and the Diamonds (O2 Academy Bristol – Oct’12)

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Arran

Storming into the limelight with her debut album ‘The Family Jewels’, Marina Diamandis joined the influx of female singer-songwriters bursting onto the UK music scene over the past few years. Of course, no comparisons should be made; she’s a rather… Continue Reading →

Gig Reviews, Music

Katie Melua (Colston Hall, Bristol – Oct’12)

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Arran

Upon entering the grand setting of Bristol’s Colston Hall, and being greeted by a calm, sophisticated, elegant, dare I say “exclusive” ambience surrounding the atmosphere inside, it was clear this was to be an experience differing from my usual jaunts… Continue Reading →

Gig Reviews, Music

Ellie Goulding (O2 Academy Bristol – Dec’12)

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Arran

Number one debut album. Check. BBC Sound of 2010 and the Brit Award’s Critic’s Choice Award winner in the same year. Check. Performed at Wills’ and Kate’s wedding reception. Check. Many may be able to say they’ve done the first.… Continue Reading →

Gig Reviews, Music

The Hives (O2 Academy Bristol – Dec’12)

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Arran

It’s clear why Dublin three-piece The Minutes were billed for the support. With frontman Mark Austin commanding the crowd to loosen themselves up, the traditional guitar bass and drums line-up straight away began kicking out punchy rock anthems that subsequently drew the crowd… Continue Reading →

Gig Reviews, Music

The Black Keys (NIA, Birmingham – Dec’12)

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Arran

Review by Rhys Buchanan Just over a year to the day since the release of The Black Keys’ critically acclaimed album ‘El Camino‘, the duo are set to embark upon the third date of their most ambitious UK tour so far. The Maccabees drew in a larger… Continue Reading →

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