Stalled. A New Musical. Kings Head London 2nd March 2025 5***

.Magnificent. Electrifying. Unmissable. This is the kind of theatre that London lives for. It should be shouting from the rooftops!

The world premiere of Stalled at the King’s Head Theatre has everyone talking—and for all the right reasons. Set entirely … Read More

The Countess of Fife, Voodoo Ballroom, Edinburgh – 23rd Feb 2025 4****

The Countess of Fife, Voodoo Ballroom, Edinburgh – 23rd Feb 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Four Stars)

A striking fusion of brooding light and dark, steeped in country and Americana influences. Scotland’s answer to Lone Justice.

The Countess of Fife are a band … Read More

Jazz Sabbath – Queen’s Hall 16th Feb 2025 – 4****

Remarkable. Something Wickedly Brilliant This Way Comes.

Jazz Sabbath, led by pianist Adam Wakeman—longtime keyboardist for Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne—reimagines Sabbath classics as jazz compositions. They humorously claim these were originally jazz tunes, plagiarized by the metal band. A … Read More

Pasadena Roof Orchestra – Sunderland Fire Station 4 ****

Absolute perfection. The Pasadena Roof Orchestra is a British institution. Formed in 1969, they have long been celebrated for their authentic renditions of jazz, swing, and dance band tunes from the 1920s and 1930s. Over the years, they have gained … Read More

Meteora : Edinburgh Bannerman’s 3rd Jan 2025 3.5 ***

An explosive night of fury and angst with this top Linkin Park tribute.

It’s cold outside, but the packed rock aesthetic of the legendary Bannerman’s Bar in Edinburgh is, like its famous whiskey collection, warm and welcoming. As one of … Read More

Black Cat Bone : 29th December 4 ****

On a night, apocalyptic weather has descended with such ferocity that one might imagine being swept away, much like Dorothy in the opening scenes of The Wizard of Oz. The tempestuous conditions seem almost prophetic, as the city prepared to … Read More

Treasure Island : Edinburgh Lyceum Theatre 4****

A delight! Joy to the eyes and music to your buccaneers.

The Lyceum Theatre has boldly charted new waters for its Christmas offering, eschewing the well-trodden path of pantomime in favour of an entertainingly inventive adaptation of Edinburgh native Robert … Read More

Swamplesque Trigger Happy Productions 4****

With the festive season fast approaching it is the time for the Edinburgh’s Christmas entertainment to ramp up a step, or in the cases of this venue quite a lot of steps, as Trigger Happy Productions, together with Assembly Theatre … Read More

Uncanny Valley – Cluny 2, Newcastle, 21st November 3.5 ***

Uncanny Valley: Cluny 2, Newcastle, 21st November Three and half stars.

The kids are not merely alright—they’re crafting extraordinary songs.

Uncanny Valley, a five-piece ensemble hailing from Newcastle, exudes the promise of a band far beyond their years. Barely into … Read More

Dubinski – 4****

– Four Stars ****

Sublime Sibling Synergy. Planet Earth, please welcome your new favorite band.

Indie rock band Dubinski (named after their late mother’s maiden name) lit up the stage at Newcastle’s Cluny 2, delighting the Geordie crowd. Born in … Read More