A night celebrating the launch of HAWXX’s ‘The World Splits Open’ album is more than just a chance to experience a set of tracks in the flesh that perfectly define the band. It’s a chance to feel like you belong, especially if you are from more marginalised parts of society.
On a cold, wet, and very windy night in the capital, courtesy of Storm Austen, The Devil Wears Prada conquered Electric Brixton as part of their Europe + UK Flowers tour.
Acres were in town! Passing through the English capital on Saturday October 17th as part of their ‘The Host’ UK/EU headline tour. This run marks their first headline run in three years, and Downstairs at the Dome was suitably packed out to welcome them back.
Khemmis brought their Forsake The Light tour to The Underworld in Camden, with support from Celestial Sanctuary. A night of crushing riffs, incredible vocals and banging heads.
Taking place at KK’s Steel Mill in Wolverhampton on Saturday October 10th, 2026, Quest Fest returned for its ninth event. Packing out an iconic venue with fans of power, prog, fantasy rock/metal, gaming, and so much more. Featuring All for Metal, Myrath, Masterplan, Battle Born, and many more bands.
Celebrating ten years of existence, the London based power metal band, Grimgotts brought their epic and anthemic sound to the iconic Cart & Horses in Stratford as part of Retribution Alive.
What a night. A metal takeover of The Lower Third in central London. Three of my favourites on one bill. A celebration of a phenomenal record, and a reminder of just how strong the scene is across the UK and Ireland.
The lighting, the stage, the sound, Islington Assembly Hall is a fantastic venue for a certain kind of band, and Exploring Birdsong are that kind of band.