Image: Dean Jolly by Gaby Zak. North East writer Dean Jolly’s work expands the boundaries between poetry and prose; his ...

Following a previous sell-out show, Gibraltarian songsmith and poet Gabriel Moreno will be returning to the Fisherman’s Arms ...

Newcastle-based three-piece Gloamer prepare to release their new EP, Incinerus. With a sound that has been compared to the likes of Tool and Deftones, with unique folky elements, the new EP firmly ...

So… how was your 2024? 2024 was pretty, pretty good to be honest. A change is as good as a rest. Starting a new job after 16 years of being stifled in every way.

Caitie’s debut EP Electric Blue is a rich blend of energetic retro pop that dances alongside delicate, introspective musings on girlhood. The four-track release is a thoughtful and deeply personal ...

What was your best moment? I loved the Paris Olympics, particularly the musical section of the Closing Ceremony. And your worst moment? Personally, the loss of a beloved family member. On a wider ...

So… how was your 2024? Tumultuous. The rate of change in the world continues to ramp up and my personal life has become a blur in an attempt to keep pace. But, this ...

Who was your favourite band/artist this year? I’ve loved following The Last Dinner Party’s meteoric year. Your favourite song of the year? My most played (according to LastFM) is Docket by Blondshell ...

A lot will probably be discussed about Vicious Creature being Lauren Mayberry’s ‘empowering’ solo debut and how she’s repositioning herself from the frontperson of CHVRCHES, and the album seems as ...

If winter is a time for reflection, North Shields’ Lee J Toby’s fresh track Roll With The Weeds is a strong contender for a place on the soundtrack. The first release from his upcoming early 2025 ...

From the land of the rising Mackem emerges NTGB – a band following the DIY musical path. I have a lot of respect and support for bands who choose this difficult route. Burn Down The Now has a retro, ...

Let’s not go there. Who was your favourite band/artist this year? Nostalgia-wise I’ve spent a lot of time delving into Daniel Johnston’s back catalogue and crying a lot. North East wise, I saw ...