Beginning her UK tour in Southampton, Kristin Hersh is still creating music which leaves you transfixed by her powerful sunny blue-eyed gaze and mesmerising voice. Supporting throughout the tour, fellow Throwing Muses’ Fred Abong opened […]
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John Grant – Southampton Guildhall
After a stormy day in Southampton, it was heartening to hear John Grant play to a warm crowd this weekend. Through his memorable lyrics, John’s wicked songs tackle deeply personal issues ranging from depression, to […]
Common People 2016
Common People is one of the first festivals of summer calendar and undoubtedly, a tough event for others to follow. With thousands invading Southampton grassy common, the eclectic bill offered something for everyone. The bank […]
Common People Festival
The role of a critic at a music festival is a tricky one. Why, I hear your heart bleed? Well in the words of Mark Kermode, the reviews most people remember are always the negative, […]
The Magic Numbers
THE MAGIC NUMBERS: Talking Heads, Southampton – Friday 19 December Coming on stage singing ‘Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas’ while throwing crackers into crowd, it was clear that all those lucky enough to squeeze […]