The small but perfectly formed grass roots venue that is The Lounge Bar in Alton is our destination for tonight’s entertainment with a pair of bands who played the Pins & Knuckles sponsored main stage at this past summers 10th Anniversary of Tech-Fest putting on an intimate show that will no doubt bring back a
A sold out show anywhere is a thing if beauty but at the iconic Camden Underworld it feels extra special. Not only is tonight sold out but so has the vast majority of this European tour trek, such is the appeal of Californian Melodic Death Masters Nekrogoblikon. Having joined a line skirting the block of
There is nothing quite like a grass roots venue show for a few cold beers and a sweat fest of a sing-a-long with just a hint of claustrophobia and The Lounge Bar in Alton is our destination for such activities tonight. Given the calibre of the well respected headliners, we know the place is going
At the end of another tough week at the daily grind, what better way to get the weekend started than a few beers and witnessing some beasts from the Underground Metal scene at a venue that has to be considered one of the lesser lights of heaven? Tonight promises much with a venue known for
Tonight the main event is a rare appearance from Volumes upon our shores, a one off club show ahead of their appearance at Radar Festival in Manchester and while a lot has changed for the the band in recent times, a lot remains the same. The fierce loyalty of their fans through thick, thin and
It might be pouring with rain outside but inside The Face Bar, the sun is shining as Reading Progressive Death Metal trio Mercury’s Well have redecorated the place to create a Hawaiian beach party themed vibe for the fifth incarnation of Summer Bash. The inflatables are out, the backdrop is up and there are flowers
The 10th Anniversary of the controversial “About That Life” from Party Deathcore collective Attila brings all the boys (and girls) to the yard for a sold out show at the iconic Camden Underworld. At the time it saw the band abandon some of the lead guitar work and Death Metal moments from predecessor “Outlawed” in
The “Eternal Blue” tour is one of a number of recent runs that have been not only sold out but had venue upgrades, such is the clamour to witness heroes like Spiritbox. The decision to have the much loved Loathe on board for this run is astute business and gives it the feel of a co-headliner
It might be the final day of the final Tech-Fest or Simon Garrod and the team may simply be taking a break but today is one for making the most out of and leaving every ounce of energy in the pit. For that you need fuel so a can of Monster and a Firehouse burger
Saturday starts with Tea and biscuits and a some quiet reflection on the line up for what will be a seriously heavy day. It feels like Simon Garrod and the Tech-Fest team have nailed the build up to the heavier headliners with their choices on paper and that is indeed how it pans out. They’ve
