The Labels @ The Cockpit, Leeds

The Labels hail from Wakefield near Leeds, and consist of four lads and a lass who drum, strum, blow and sing. They formed just six months ago, but have a natural flare for enthralling, energetic live performances. Some may say the band are unsigned for a good reason, but I think they’re undiscovered talent. Read more

The Erratics - MySpace Tracks

It all started out in the mid winter of 2005, but didn’t last long. As, like with every band, there was fallouts. Things were looking unsure for them when the drummer left. Later, they were to become much more consistent, and came back - on form! Read more

The Victorian English Gentleman’s Club @ Old Blue Last, London

One hour late, but well worth the wait - Cardiff’s bouncing three piece finally get chance to take their headline slot, and take it by the scruff of the neck right from the off they most certainly did. Read more

The Landaus/Afterglow/Kick Riot - Adelphi, Hull

‘I’m sweating like a bitch’ was a common utterance echoing around The Aldephi - the nightmarish toilet sauna that is the most, like, punk venue Hull has to offer. Does this detract from the enjoyment? Well, not as much for the punters, but most of the bands look practically in agony on stage. At ‘2.40 for a pint of Labatts (albeit deliciously chilled Labatts) can the management not afford to stick a few fans on the walls? If only to prevent the musicians from collapsing on stage due to dehydration. Read more

Pharoe Monch - Desire

Thank God for MCs like Pharoahe Monch! In the sea of fake, gold plated plastic shit that US hip-hop is currently swimming in, there are precious few beacons of hop buoying on the surface - and the pharoahe is one of them! Read more

Interview: Applicants

Some insightful incitements from singer / guitarist Fidel Villeneuve’s unique perspective on life, the universe and songs about food (and drink). Read more

Arctic Monkeys @ Malahide Castle, Ireland

Who the fuck are Arctic Monkeys indeed? It’s a story any indie rock fan should be well acquainted with by now. They are the band that had the fastest selling album in UK history. Read more

Interview: Phenol

Electro poppers Phenol are gaining fans and respect fast. With some high profile shows already under their belt, the studio is now the place where magic is happening ahead of some anticipated recordings. Martin Kendrick grabbed a few words with singer, songwriter, founder and general brains behind the operation - Meritxell Lavanchy - to find out more. Read more

Spotlight On #1: 65daysofstatic

Some people think post-rock is not going anywhere. I, personally, think it’s getting bigger and better, with these being the pioneers. From their first album, ‘The Fall of Math’, 65daysofstatic were destined be one of the biggest instrumental acts in the UK and maybe even the world. Read more

Kate Nash @ Exeter Cavern

The gleeful little grin greats a highly expectant, sold out crowd as the latest stop on the whirlwind takes the wonderful Miss Nash to sunny Devon. Read more

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