Heartworms at Village Underground review | A night of gothic aggression and euphoria
Jojo Orme, aka Heartworms, mesmerised us, cementing her status as one of the most exciting new acts.
Gigs
TRNSMT lineup | 2024 headliners are Liam Gallagher, Gerry Cinnamon, and Calvin Harris
TRNSMT Festival returns to Glasgow Green with a bang.
Tom Odell announces biggest headline show yet at Alexandra Palace
British singer-songwriter Tom Odell is gearing up for the biggest show of his career at Alexandra Palace Park, following his sold-out UK and European tour.
Lola Young at Signature Brew Haggerston | Confident confessionals from a fast-rising star
Lola Young played the final night of her residency at Signature Brew Haggerston, bringing to an end her European and UK run of shows. Read our review.
Casisdead at Koko review | Dark, futuristic rap magic in the flesh
★★★★☆
UK rap’s greatest enigma celebrates the long-awaited release of his debut album, Famous Last Words.
Blossoms announce big outdoor Manchester show for summer 2024
Next August will see Blossoms play a huge outdoor gig at Wythenshawe Park in Manchester - scroll down to find out more (and buy tickets here).
Afternoon Encore | Why matinee gigs are making a comeback
As matinee gigs see a resurgence across the UK, we take a look at the appeal of these daytime shows. With artists such as S Club 7, Royal Blood, Annie Mac and Rick Astley on board, could this be the dawn of a new live music era?
Sampha announces Alexandra Palace show
Sampha has announced his biggest headline show to date, with a newly-announced gig at Alexandra Palace set for next year.
Kaiser Chiefs announce 'Easy Eighth' album and UK Spring tour
Kaiser Chiefs are back with their latest studio offering, Kaiser Chiefs' Easy Eighth Album, out in March, and a UK headline tour to boot.
The Japanese House at Outernet review | Amber Bain is an exquisite vocalist
★★★★☆
Between the dazzling LED screens and crystal-clear sound, The Japanese House serves up a feast for the senses at London’s brand new Outernet venue.
Loyle Carner announces huge shows across the UK next year
Loyle Carner has announced some huge shows taking place across the UK next year.
Griff announces 2024 UK and European tour
Griff has announced her new tour, set to sweep across the UK and Europe next year. Scroll down for ticket info.
PJ Harvey announces major Gunnersbury Park show
PJ Harvey has announced a major Gunnersbury Park show next summer, with special guests including Big Thief, Tirzah and Shida Shahabi.
Johnny Marr announces UK headline tour for April 2024
Johnny Marr will perform a slew of gigs at some of the country's most iconic venues this Spring.
Liam Gallagher announces tour to celebrate 30 years of 'Definitely Maybe'
Liam Gallagher has announced a special album tour to celebrate the climactic return of one of the 1990s defining albums: Oasis’ Definitely Maybe. Read on for more details about tickets and dates.
Roger Waters at the London Palladium review | From the sublime to the awkward
★★★☆☆ Pink Floyd legend Roger Waters revisits his iconic Dark Side of the Moon, adding new layers and controversies in an intimate yet baffling performance.
Griff announces intimate gig at London’s EartH
Griff has announced details of her first UK headline gig of 2023, and it's happening next month. Get the details below...
Jungle announce mammoth show at Manchester’s Castlefield Bowl
Jungle will play a huge gig at Manchester’s Castlefield Bowl next year, when they headline Sounds Of The City 2024.
HAIM to rock London with full 'Days Are Gone' album performance
HAIM hit O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire for an exclusive performance of Days Are Gone, and it's going to be huge.
Pusha T at Hammersmith Apollo review | Concise and relentless set from the veteran rapper
★★★☆☆
After nine months and two postponements, Pusha T’s It’s Almost Dry tour finally touched-down in London, with the rapper delivering a no-nonsense, if slightly short, set.
Wizkid at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium review | A slick performance that lacked special guests
★★★☆☆
Wizkid celebrates Africa at his historic Tottenham Stadium concert. Despite dazzling with his stage presence, he largely neglects his latest album – and isn’t joined by any special guests onstage.
Blur at Hammersmith Apollo review | New album and deep cuts
★★★★☆
Parklife not required: Damon Albarn’s band played The Ballad of Darren in full, plus some ridiculously rare songs.
Hozier at Alexandra Palace review | Rich resplendence from the Irish troubadour
★★★★☆
Ahead of the release of his third studio album Unreal Unearth next month, Hozier laid out the lyrical and vocal wealth of his near-decades’ long catalogue to an outdoors crowd at Alexandra Palace.
Suede announce UK headline tour dates for December 2023
Chart-topping Britpop icons Suede adds more dates to their UK tour, surprising fans with a three-night run at Electric Brixton.
The 1975 at Finsbury Park review | Controversial frontman makes the music quell the criticisms
★★★★☆
On the Sunday evening of a packed weekend at Finsbury Park, The 1975 played their largest UK headline show to date. Love him, hate him, condemn his actions, Matty Healy knows how to put on a show with his tight-knit bandmates in tow.
Jacob Collier at Bristol Sounds review | Something magical for everyone
★★★★☆
Musical prodigy Jacob Collier had the crowd in the palm of his multi-instrumental hands at Canons Marsh Amphitheatre, as part of the Bristol Sounds series of open-air concerts.
Depeche Mode at Twickenham Stadium review | Life-affirming exhibition from synth-pop legends
★★★★☆
New wave pioneers Depeche Mode played a mammoth arena show at Twickenham Stadium, as part of their ongoing Memento Mori World Tour – Dave Gahan and Martin Gore’s first concert tour without Andy Fletcher. whynow went to watch.
Arctic Monkeys at Hillsborough Park review | Sheffield’s prodigal sons of rock n’roll make a heroic homecoming
★★★★★
Diving into their diverse discography at Hillsborough Park, Arctic Monkeys rolled back the years with a blistering set that offered something for every kind of fan.
Red Velvet at OVO Wembley Arena review | R to V takes us to their Queendom
★★★★☆
Red Velvet bring their iconic Queendom to London, taking fans on a journey through their musical performance. Armed with the best discography in K-pop and excellent vocals, they remind us it’s more than a concert, but an experience – even with group member Joy’s absence.
Beyoncé at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium review | A stadium epic in every sense at Renaissance Tour’s final UK show
★★★★★
Beyoncé confirms there really is no one on her level at the fifth and final show of her Tottenham Hotspur Stadium residency. Ali Shutler went to watch the glittering spectacle.