“What’s not fun about getting to dress up?!”: Inside London Comic Con SpringWe head to Comic Con Spring at London Olympia for an afternoon of comics, cosplay and community.
5 reasons why you need to check out UnderdarkUnderdark are amongst the most ferocious faces of the new wave of British black metal. Here’s a roadmap into their shadowy realm…
Bambara: “We’re stronger and hungrier, and keen to make up for lost time”Like so many other bands, Bambara’s journey over the past two years has been plagued by instability, loneliness and existential worry. But with excellent new EP Love On My Mind, the Brooklyn post-punks are ready to move on and bring their art to the world…
Dark Horses: Why Unto Others have the strength to be heavy music’s next big thingFaced with cancelled touring and a copyright lawsuit, Portland metallers Unto Others found themselves staring into the abyss for much of the last two years. With outstanding second album Strength, however, they’re turning deepest black into gothic gold…
“Immigrants are the foundation of this country, we’re here for them”: Inside the Nationality and Borders Bill protestHundreds of people descended on London to protest the controversial Nationality and Borders Bill. We spoke to a number of demonstrators to find out why they’re there and what impact the bill could have on society.
Chris Carrabba: My life in 10 songsDashboard Confessional visionary Chris Carrabba reflects on the 10 songs that symbolise the ever-changing landscape of his creativity…
In pictures: The solidarity with Ukraine protest in LondonFollowing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last week, hundreds took to Downing Street to show solidarity with Ukraine and demand more action from the British government.
Chocobo GP and the never-ending joy of kart gamesIn this month’s gaming column, Serena Cherry celebrates Kirby’s 30th birthday, takes a trip to the London Anime and Gaming Con, and gets ready for the new kart melee Chocobo GP!
Bad Omens’ track-by-track guide to new album The Death Of Peace Of MindDive deep into Bad Omens’ third album The Death Of Peace Of Mind, via these fascinating, detailed track-by-track insights from vocalist Noah Sebastian.
5 reasons why you need to check out Graphic NatureGraphic Nature are tearing it up with their explosive modern nu-metal. Here’s all you need to acquaint yourself with the heavy Brit quintet…
Dave Grohl: “You really have to let your guard down and show everybody your true dork”Dave Grohl opens up about Foo Fighters’ new rock’n’roll horror Studio 666, his love of thrash metal and why you shouldn't always try to be cool...
The new age of State Champs: “This album is us saying: ‘Hey, we’ve been doing this for a long time and we’re f*cking good at it’”In looking ahead to the upcoming 10th anniversary of their brilliant debut The Finer Things, State Champs found themselves questioning their place in the pop-punk scene. Now, on fourth record Kings Of The New Age, not only do they know where they belong – but their confidence has never been higher…
A tribute to Mark Lanegan, the most distinctive voice of his generationCelebrating alt.rock pioneer Mark Lanegan’s extraordinary life and impeccable musical legacy…
NOBRO are the bundle of energy you need in your lifeCanadian rock runaways NOBRO survived some tough times before recording latest EP Live Your Truth Shred Some Gnar, but their infectious tunes prove that affirmative energy can reframe any situation in a new light…
Interview: Why Biffy Clyro’s Cultural Sons Of Scotland film will make you want to be in a bandFor 2021’s The Myth Of The Happily Ever After, Biffy Clyro returned home to Ayrshire and embraced their most DIY, hands-on approach in years. Now, in superb new documentary Cultural Sons Of Scotland, the band reveal why doing so was so special after all this time…
“We’ve wanted to do this forever”: Don Broco talk going orchestral at the Royal Albert HallAs they gear up to play next month’s Teenage Cancer Trust at the Royal Albert Hall gig series, frontman Rob Damiani details Don Broco’s plans to perform a full set with an orchestra for the very first time…
