At the dawn of 2018, trio Puppy released their debut album ‘Goat’ and toured the UK in April. Elements of metal and pop combine in this band’s classic rock vs indie sound. Think Weezer meets Ghost with elements of At The Drive In, Iron Maiden and Muse thrown in. Paula Frost called up frontman Jock for a chat as the band zipped through Europe in their tour van.
Six albums in, dressed to kill and armed with incinerating riffs and raw intensity, DragSTER are one of the UK’s hardest-working punk bands on the scene. Straight out of the streets of Coventry, they restore an outlaw edge and chanting anthems to rock. Formed in 2014, they were produced by The Damned’s Rat Scabies within a year and have been managed by Jah Wobble from PIL. Now they’re signed to Louder Than War Records and championed by label leader and The Membranes frontman John Robb.
The US Festival: 1982 The US Generation
Revisiting the 1982 US Festival: Steve Wozniak's Epic Musical Extravaganza Captured in Glenn Aventi's Award-Winning Documentary
Media: Documentary
Title: The US Festival: 1982 The US Generation
Publisher: Icon Television Music
Review: 7/10
We've all done it: daydreamed about putting on our own version of Woodstock Festival (much like the plot of the movie Wayne's World 2) and envisioned the crowds, the colors, the lineups, the scandalous and unpredictable performances of the heroes of rock 'n' roll! But imagine if you actually had the money to do just that. Well, Steve Wozniak did in 1982, and he put his dreams into reality. Leap four decades back in time with us as we relive the US Festival in this one-of-a-kind documentary.
Vintage posters and photos of the iconic Ronnettes and The Beatles take you back to the setting where mod emerged. Tales of dangerous teens gathering in local cafes to plan their next moves are told fondly and the book gives a number of thorough personal accounts. Most of the book is focused on Hounslow, the west suburb of London, giving a different take on the mod era, which most historians overlook in favour of Twickenham and Richmond.
Never known to pull a punch, Sleaford Mods first spoke to Way Out Radio way back in 2016 when they emerged in the mainstream press with hype surrounding their debut single ‘Tied Up In Notts’. Paula conducted the interview which took place backstage at Ramsgate Music Hall.
Step into the intriguing world of Public Image Limited, a band with a 45-year timeline that has left an indelible mark on the music scene. While their name is familiar to many, their journey remains shrouded in mystery. Join us as we delve deep into the fascinating story of a band everyone's heard of but knows almost nothing about.
Prepare for suprise as we take you on a musical journey through Johnny's extraordinary career. While you may recognize him as The Smiths legendary guitarist who’s Top Of The Pops appearance inspired a generation, the depth of his collaborations may shock you. Join us as we unveil the lesser-known connections of this remarkable artist.
Discover the haunting melodies and captivating sound of St Leonard's Horses in their debut album, "Good Luck Everybody." With a fusion of indie rock and introspective ballads, this London-based artist showcases their talent and relatable lyrics. Having toured alongside music icons like Bob Dylan, The Libertines, and Billy Bragg, St Leonard's Horses brings a wealth of experience to this collection.