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SHOW GALLERY: The Amazons at Beckett University, Leeds
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Callum Casey
7 days ago1 min read


Everybody Scream! Florence + the Machine has announced a world tour in support of her sixth studio album
...and the openers for North America are incredible. The new Florence + the Machine album, "Everybody Scream," is marked for release in just one week, and ahead of it, the band have announced a world tour, including twenty-three dates in North America. Rachel Chinouriri, SOFIA ISELLA, CMAT, and Mannequin Pussy are all set to open. Artist presale begins Wednesday, November 3rd, and fans can sign up for their presale code on Florence + the Machine's website . General onsale is

Emily Marshman
Oct 241 min read


SHOW GALLERY: Matt Maltese Croons his Way Though Chicago Stop of US Tour
photos by kevin donovan, words by emma egan Well underway on his massive 46 date tour, aptly named “Tour For You My Whole Life”, Matt Maltese made a stop last weekend to the Riviera in Uptown Chicago, with support from Cornelia Murr to delight fans with his balladic vocals and one-of-a-kind brand of yearning. Almost a decade into his career, Maltese has become, without a doubt, a master of his craft. With six studio albums ( including his newest, ‘Hers’, which released earlie
Kevin Donovan
Oct 231 min read


Esteemed Scottish rock band Biffy Clyro have penciled in their most intimate US tour yet
For the first time since spring of 2022, one of the most prolific Scottish rock bands is making its return to United States soil. The tour, in support of their latest record, titled 'Futique,' which was released in September, will begin in Los Angeles at the beginning of December, concluding in Washington, D.C. just twelve days later. According to the band, they've " carefully selected eight storied rooms in major cities across the United States, choosing these spaces for the

Emily Marshman
Oct 231 min read


REVIEW: Westside Cowboy announce signing to Island Records' Adventure Recordings, release new single titled 'Don't Throw Rocks'
It’s an exhilarating time to be Westside Cowboy. Along with the release of their latest single ‘Don’t Throw Rocks,’ they’ve signed to Island Records imprint Adventure Recordings and announced their second EP, So Much Country ‘Till We Get There , for release on January 16th. This band doesn’t mess around and though they’re still surfing on the high of achieving such great accolades already: the acclaimed debut EP, personal touring invites from the likes of English Teacher an

Amiee Bolger
Oct 232 min read


REVIEW: The Family Battenberg make their mark on music with 'Spider Rock Forever'
Allow me to introduce you to your new favourite genre: spider rock. Crafted by The Family Battenberg, spider rock can be defined as filthy and fuzzy psychedelic sounds, perfect as we descend into autumn. Already championed by the likes of Steve Lamacq, Amy Lame, Huw Stephens, and John Kennedy, the group are beginning to make their mark on the industry and rightly so. Spider Rock Forever is an independent release by the South Walian four-piece. It weaves mythology, love, and

Amiee Bolger
Oct 232 min read


REVIEW: 'Between You and Me,' the newest record from English two-piece Flyte
London folk-rock duo Flyte seem to attract greatness. What could be a surer sign of artistic success than snagging a Laura Marling feature on their 2023 self-titled album, only to debut the lead single for this year’s Between You and Me featuring vocals from legendary LA songwriter Aimee Mann? Now four albums in, Flyte sound like they’ve settled into themselves, offering up a breezy set of love songs that casually devastate and, for the most part, captivate. Songwriters Nico

Cole Clark
Oct 232 min read


SHOW GALLERY + RECAP: CMAT brings down the Basement East on Nashville EURO-COUNTRY tour stop
Even prior to the release of her third album, EURO-COUNTRY, Irish artist CMAT had been on a trajectory to superstardom. Following a...

Emily Marshman
Sep 235 min read


REVIEW: 'This Better Be Something Great,' the newest release from Manchester outfit Westside Cowboy
Westside Cowboy have tapped into a sound that marries fresh and familiar at a time alternative indie music needs a rambunctious refresher the most.

Amiee Bolger
Sep 193 min read


Show Gallery: Half Alive bring Persona to Life in Boston, MA
Last month, Half Alive made their Boston return in support of their newest, Persona . With support from The Walters and mehro, Half Alive...

Emma Egan
May 161 min read


SHOW GALLERY: Soft Play in Cambridge, MA
Earlier this month, Soft Play stopped by The Sinclair in Cambridge, MA with support from North Carolina punk group, Babe Haven. Swipe...

Emma Egan
May 161 min read


REVIEW: Djo's much-anticipated third album, "The Crux," has landed
The wig is off – and Joe Keery has presented us with what is undoubtedly his most vulnerable record yet. In twelve songs, he grapples...
Emma Egan + Emily Marshman
Apr 194 min read


SHOW GALLERY: Sports Team support Houndmouth in Boston, MA
It’s been a minute since we’ve caught up with Sports Team. Since the release of their second album in 2022, it feels like the London...
Kayla Harding
Nov 13, 20241 min read


SHOW RECAP + GALLERY: Fontaines D.C. brings Romance to Boston, MA
Romance has been in my daily rotation since the release of its first single “Starburster” this past April. Fontaines D.C.’s fourth...

Emma Egan
Nov 13, 20242 min read


SHOW RECAP + GALLERY: Joywave Returns to Paradise Rock Club with Permanent Pleasure
Ditching mechanic jumpsuits for silky matching sleep sets, Joywave’s era of Permanent Pleasure has officially arrived. The Rochester...

Emma Egan
Nov 12, 20242 min read


SHOW RECAP + GALLERY: Yard Act finds Utopia in Boston, MA
Coming off the release of their second studio album Where’s My Utopia? this spring, Yard Act have more than proven their staying power...

Emma Egan
Nov 2, 20242 min read


SHOW RECAP: IDLES make their Boston return with TANGK
It’s no secret that we’re huge fans of IDLES here at Buzzkill. Since the release of their latest full-length album TANGK this February,...

Emma Egan
Oct 16, 20242 min read


REVIEW: Dutch producer and songwriter Loveth Besamoh's newest EP, 'Weather Report'
Loveth Besamoh, a rising force in the Dutch underground scene, is preparing to take on the world. Their latest EP, Weather Report , is a...

Amiee Bolger
Oct 10, 20242 min read


SHOW RECAP + GALLERY: The Hives & Bad Nerves Bring Garage Rock Excellence to Boston, MA
Aside from an intimate one-off stop at The Sinclair last year, The Hives haven’t played a headlining set in Boston in over a decade. The...

Emma Egan
Oct 7, 20242 min read


REVIEW: Orla Gartland shares fantastic sophomore studio album, titled "Everybody Needs a Hero"
★ ★ ★ ★ In the three years since the release of her debut album, Woman on the Internet , Irish songstress Orla Gartland has amassed an...

Emily Marshman
Oct 7, 20244 min read
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