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The Eagles. A band so smooth they could sell harmonies to angels, yet so volatile they made Oasis look like the Teletubbies. Formed in 1971, they became the soundtrack of the California dream, mixing rock, country, and just enough bite to keep it interesting. But don’t be fooled by the laid-back vibes — behind the scenes they were fighting, boozing,...

Job hunting is grim enough as it is – but if you’ve ever fancied swapping Indeed.com for a one-way ticket to gothic chaos, Cradle of Filth have just the gig for you. Yep, Dani Filth & co are after a guitarist AND a keyboardist – basically anyone daft enough to lug their own gear and survive on £25 a day...

Born on this day in 1969, the world was gifted a man who would go on to become the ultimate mix of rock ’n’ roll chaos, comedy gold, and face-melting riffs – Mr. Jack Black. 🎸⚡ Whether you know him as the wild-eyed frontman of Tenacious D, the School of Rock’s Dewey Finn, or the guy who can out-scream half...

When you say “holiday park gig”, most people picture tribute acts in sparkly jackets belting out Tom Jones covers while kids run riot with glowsticks. But here in Porthcawl, South Wales, Trecco Bay Holiday Park has rewritten the script. This place has quietly transformed into a proper live music hub, hosting bands that could just as easily smash it at...

If there’s one thing we do better than rugby, sheep jokes, and eating chips in the rain — it’s putting on a gig that’ll knock your boots clean off. Cardiff isn’t just the capital of Wales; it’s the beating heart of live music across the valleys. From stadium-sized singalongs to sweaty basements that smell like Jägerbombs and damp leather, this...

Sharpen your picks and warm up those neck muscles, mun — Sophie Lloyd is officially stepping into 2026 with her biggest UK headline run yet! The shred queen has already proven she can melt faces faster than a Greggs steak bake straight out the oven, and now she’s lining up January 2026 headline shows that promise to be nothing short...

The UK doesn’t just do festivals… we live and breathe them. Rain? Bring a poncho. Mud? Bin bag boots will do. Cider that tastes like battery acid? Lovely stuff, mun. 🏴 Whether you’re chasing riffs, raving till sunrise, or chilling with acoustic guitars by a campfire, there’s a UK festival with your name written on it (probably on a wristband...

A Riff Report Festival Mystery If you’ve ever been sat round a damp tent at 3am with a warm cider in your hand, you’ve probably heard it. Not the thud of bass, not the hiss of your mate’s dodgy camping stove, but a single cry that cuts through the night like a guitar solo at Donington: 👉 “ALAAAAAAN!” And suddenly,...

Alright crew, listen up. This one’s not about riffs, beers, or festival chaos — it’s about staying alive and staying safe. Sometimes rock ’n’ roll has to take a back seat, mun. You’ve probably seen the government’s emergency alert tests going off on phones in the UK. Big loud siren, screen takeover, impossible to miss. Sounds tidy if you’re out...

It’s 1988. The Bad World Tour is rolling like a juggernaut through Europe, Michael Jackson is at the absolute peak of his powers, and Wembley Stadium has sold out faster than you can say “shamone!” Over 70,000 screaming fans packed into London’s football cathedral, ready for sequins, sweat, and smooth criminal choreography. But here’s the twist: this wasn’t just another...

When you’re a band that thrives on gothic horror, satanic theatre, and sheer chaos, you expect the drama to stay on stage. But Cradle Of Filth have proven once again that reality can be far darker than fantasy. On August 26th, 2025, Dani Filth dropped a bombshell: guitarist Marek ‘Ashok’ Smerda has been fired from the band with immediate effect....

What’s occurring? Bon Jovi are back — and this time, they’re bringing half the rock world (and a few unexpected pop curveballs) with them. The lads just unveiled the guest singers joining their brand-new Forever (Legendary Edition) album, dropping October 24th via Island Records, and tidy… this lineup is nothing short of epic. 🤯 We’re talking Springsteen. Joe Elliott. Jelly...

Sand really does get everywhere… 🎤 Intro: From Playa to… Player? Burning Man. That magical week where billionaires cosplay as hippies, tech bros discover glitter, and everyone pretends they’ve found enlightenment while riding a neon-lit unicycle through the desert. It’s Woodstock on steroids, Glastonbury with more nudity, and Mad Max if he’d stopped to build a cuddle puddle. And smack...

Oulu, Finland – Forget strings, amps, or even actual guitars — this weekend was all about vibes and volume! The Air Guitar World Championships 2025 went off like a pyro cannon in a stadium encore, with 16 finalists from 13 nations shredding their hearts out in an epic display of invisible fretwork, facial gurns, and glorious hair flicks. 💥🤘 And...

Ahhh, the 1980s. A decade of neon leggings, questionable perms, and riffs so big they could level a small Welsh village. 🏴 But behind the leather and eyeliner lurked a darker truth: the ban hammer was swinging. From pearl-clutching politicians to TV execs who thought a leather jacket was the Devil’s work, loads of 80s rock anthems got smacked down...