Single review – The People Assembly, The Soup of Yesterday
The track’s message to me is a scathing condemnation of the backwards priorities of white saviorism and the fine line between altruism and self-imposed martyrdom.
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Gig review – Metal to the Masses heat 6 at Duffy’s Bar, Sunday 27th April 2025
After quenching his thirst with water, during their song H20, they played Unsolicited D*ck Pick, an energetic call to arms which sought to discourage the sending of Unsolicited D*ck Picks –
Preview – The Brandy Thieves’ Festival Warmer, Friday 16th May 2025
The Brandy Thieves are widely acclaimed as one of Leicester’s most exhilarating live bands. Their dynamic performances blend gypsy rhythms, punk energy, ska grooves, and folk storytelling, creating a unique and infectious sound that captivates audiences.
Gig review – Nature And The Beasts at The West End Lounge, Saturday 5th April 2025
The guitar was laid down competently in a country and blues style by Alex ‘the music man’ Hopps and the rhythm section played along in a loose funky style.
Gig review – Thea Gilmore at The Y Theatre, Thursday 13th March 2025
Between those covers, her mashup of This Girls Is Taking Bets with Nice Normal Woman was wonderful – two songs written more than 20 years apart yet joined by the personality and spirit of Thea herself.