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Throughout its history, the Sage Gateshead has witnessed its fair share of grand sinfonias. But for tonight only, we see the marriage of two polarised genres, with both classical and rock music fused together u...

It's been four years since Of Monsters and Men's last appearance on Tyneside. With such an eagerly anticipated show it’s of no surprise that a packed out crowd is in attendance this Halloween weekend at the O...

Music city's Striking Matches have now made several journeys to Tyneside in recent years, with multiple appearances at the majestic Sage Gateshead. (more…)...

In this day and age, the music industry is so over-saturated. The internet has levelled the playing field, meaning that now more than ever there is so much music out there for our consumption. (more…...

With a new album under his belt in the shape of Spirit Counsel, Thurston Moore has been exploring a more Avant-Garde/instrumental side of his repertoire. This latest offering featuring just three tracks, each o...

Most bands couldn't support both N’Dubz and also be able to play Download Festival, but The LaFontaines aren't 'most bands'. (more…)...

Whilst concerts by their very nature are largely structured, staged and controlled by the performer – as part of his current UK tour, Shaun Ryder has decided to cut that safety net to a certain extent and pas...

Warning - This is not a drill (excuse the pun). Guitar maestro Paul Gilbert recently returned to the UK in support of his impressive 15th studio album Behold Electric Guitar. (more…)...

Last weekend the eyes of the music world were once again on the North East of England with the news that local lad Sam Fender had taken the Number 1 spot in the official charts with his debut album release. ...

Tyneside’s rock fraternity may have felt as though Christmas had arrived three months early when Volbeat rolled into town on Monday evening. (more…)...