Massive Wagons recording a live album feels like a long time coming, especially given the non-stop tear they’ve been on the last six or seven years. They’ve also not played their hometown of Lancaster in quite some time so it’s rather appropriate that such an endeavour takes place in front of a hometown crowd, even … Continue reading Gig Review: Massive Wagons / The Virginmarys / Harrison Rimmer – Great Hall, Lancaster (19th September 2025)
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Festival Review: Hella Rock Festival 2025
The last time I was in Coventry for a gig was last year at Hella Rock’s inaugural event. And with organiser James daft enough to keep us on as sponsors for a second year (and now a third in 2026!), it was time to return to the HMV Empire for another great day of rock … Continue reading Festival Review: Hella Rock Festival 2025
Gig Review: The Virginmarys / The Empty Page – Tree House, Frome (26th April 2025)
Frome isn’t the usual kind of place you’d see on a tour poster and it’s easy to see why when you drive into the sleepy town. It’s a sentiment shared by an audience member in the Tree House, the sister venue of the town’s other venue, the Cheese and Grain (if there’s others, please let … Continue reading Gig Review: The Virginmarys / The Empty Page – Tree House, Frome (26th April 2025)
The Virginmarys drop video for “My Nettle” and confirm supports for April/May tour
Fresh off the release of their critically acclaimed album The House Beyond the Fires, Chesire’s finest, The Virginmarys, unveil the brand-new video for fan favourite “My Nettle”, out now. The high-energy track, already a standout on their latest record, is now getting a full visual push, hitting even harder with its deeply personal and explosive … Continue reading The Virginmarys drop video for “My Nettle” and confirm supports for April/May tour
Gig Review: Shaman’s Harvest + Blacktop Mojo / The Virginmarys – O2 Institute 2, Birmingham (8th March 2025)
If ever there’s been a more appropriately named tour than “About Time” for Shaman’s Harvest and Blacktop Mojo, then I’ve not seen it. Given they each have their own blend of classic and Southern rock alongside their own personal accoutrements, the UK is a prime target for touring. And after what seems like an age, … Continue reading Gig Review: Shaman’s Harvest + Blacktop Mojo / The Virginmarys – O2 Institute 2, Birmingham (8th March 2025)
The Virginmarys announce extensive UK tour schedule
In April 2025 The Virginmarys embark on their most extensive tour of the UK to date, bringing their new album The House Beyond The Fires to all corners of the UK. This spiky, punk rock fuelled duo are a formidable force with a raw live energy that is almost unbeatable: a live show not to … Continue reading The Virginmarys announce extensive UK tour schedule