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On the Road with Esper Scout
This may sound obvious, but the live aspect of a band’s existence is so important. For some bands, however, it’s everything. One such band who put a special emphasis on live performances is Leeds’ Esper Scout. Of course, the band … Continue reading
The Gathering of the 500 (Conflict, Subhumans + more) – The Underworld, Camden – December 7, 2013
Camden Underworld is one of my favourite venues. It’s dark, not too big, it has that ‘sticky floor’ feeling and bogs that stink like fuck – perfect for a punk all-dayer. The doors open an hour late – so far, … Continue reading
Random Hand, Jake & The Jellyfish, Will Tun & The Wasters + Wreck The Place – The Packhorse, Leeds – December 20
It’s been around 10 years since ska punk was last deemed ‘cool’. These days, the people who used to spend their time skanking at gigs while wearing abnormally baggy shorts now often scoff at those who partake it the activity. … Continue reading
Gnarwolves + Nai Harvest – Rescue Rooms, Nottingham – December 16
Gnarwolves want your weed. The plea went out across the venue, written on every wall, taped to every shirt and emblazoned across a large piece of cardboard on the merch desk. Hopefully they got some, because boy did they deserve … Continue reading
Touché Amore + Self Defense Family – Rock City, Nottingham – December 8
Touché Amore arrived in Nottingham with a reputation at odds with their forthcoming performance. Like fellow screamo revivalists La Dispute, the savage punch and swagger of their recorded sound is rarely replicated on stage. It’s replaced by a group of … Continue reading
Scene Better Days 