This is far from the first time I’ve mentioned Amber Run on my blog. In fact, when I started Kaleidoscopic Melodics, I always knew I’d have to make a conscious effort not to turn it into an “Amber Run fansite” (guilty). However, after a night of seeing them at Paris’ exquisite Théâtre de l’Athénée, I… Read More Emily in Paris: An Unforgettable Night of Live Music as Therapy with Amber Run
I Haven’t Been This Excited About a Debut Album in a Long Time Dead Dads Club are a five-piece band who have previously featured on Kaleidoscopic Melodics (here), though at that time they were operating under a different name. Piloted by frontman Chilli Jesson, the band is completed by Rupert Greaves on guitar and vocals,… Read More Dead Dads Club Deliver a Powerful, Healing, and Unmissable Debut Album
Simbiatu Ajikawo, better known as Little Simz, is a name most have heard and if you haven’t, it’s time to crawl out from under your rock because after witnessing her live performance on Thursday 16th October at Manchester’s Co-Op Live, I’m convinced she might just be the coolest person on the planet right now. Opening… Read More Little Simz Live Review: Electrifying, Empowering and Utterly Unforgettable
The Kooks made me feel happy and they made me feel alive The Kooks are a band that need no introduction. With a catalogue of timeless classics firmly under their belt from She Moves In Her Own Way and Naive to Always Where I Need to Be, Shine On, and Seaside, their setlist on Friday,… Read More ‘Cause I Felt Sweet Emotion: The Kooks Stir the Soul Live
I’ve reviewed my fair share of live shows before, but Stevie Nicks‘ concert was an extraordinary experience that truly stands out After the unfortunate and last-minute rescheduling of Stevie Nicks‘ 2024 tour dates in both Glasgow and Manchester, fans across the United Kingdom were left on tenterhooks, wondering what the future held. Many of her… Read More Unforgettable Tribute: Stevie Nicks and Harry Styles Shine in London Concert Honouring Christine McVie’s memory on her 81st Birthday
On the evening of Tuesday, April 30th, at London’s charming venue, The Social, the Never Fade Records session showcased an abundance of talent. Throughout the night, attendees were treated to performances by artists such as Imo, Hedara, Finscéalta, Sunflower Thieves, and Alfie Hudson-Taylor. The intimate atmosphere of the venue enhanced the experience, creating a truly… Read More Celebrating Success: Exclusive Interview with Alfie Hudson-Taylor and Fionnán Barrett from ‘How To Break An Artist’ Podcast
Having both Carolina Reaper and Thick Skin amongst my top 5 most listened to songs on Spotify in 2023, it felt incredibly fitting and exciting to experience Chilli Jesson’s live performance this 2024 and let me tell you, it certainly did not disappoint On the damp morning of Tuesday, the 9th of April, I embarked… Read More Chilli Jesson Sets The Ivy House Ablaze: Electrifying Live Review from London
On December 8, 2023, the Bristol-based duo Meadowlark bid an emotional farewell, concluding a decade-long musical journey. In the intimate setting of St Pancras Old Church, Meadowlark bid farewell, with an enchanting prelude by Mirabelle Jien and Jens Kuross. As if seamlessly tailored for the moment, the opening performance of Goodbye set the tone for… Read More Emotional Grand Finale: Meadowlark’s Spectacular Farewell Performance and Exclusive Interview
On Friday, August 25th, I had the joy of attending Leeds Festival 2023, where I was fortunate enough to witness performances by a lineup of beloved musicians. Among them were The Snuts, Bakar, Declan McKenna, Tom Odell, Steve Lacy, and last but certainly not least, the incomparable Billie Eilish. The festival marked the commencement of… Read More Captivating Billie Eilish’s Electrifying Performance at Leeds Festival 2023: A Live Review
As the gates opened at 6 pm that evening, the heavens unleashed a rapid downpour upon us, embodying the quintessential British weather. However, our momentary dismay was swiftly replaced, as the ever growing crowd stood waiting on the sun, in eager anticipation for the Brightside of the evening. On the momentous Sunday the 9th of… Read More Heading For The Lights: The Lumineers’ Brightside Tour Illuminates Hearts and Souls