Interview: Puppy
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Interview: Puppy

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.

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Album Feature: Anti-Everything - DragSTER
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Album Feature: Anti-Everything - DragSTER

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.

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Documentary Review: The US FestivaL 1982 The US Generation
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Documentary Review: The US FestivaL 1982 The US Generation

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.

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Book Review: The  Bigger Picture: Friday On My Mind III
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Book Review: The Bigger Picture: Friday On My Mind III

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.

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Unfiltered & Unapologetic: Sleaford Mods
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Unfiltered & Unapologetic: Sleaford Mods

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.

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45 Years of Public Image Limited: Timeline 1978 – 2023
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45 Years of Public Image Limited: Timeline 1978 – 2023

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.

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Johnny Marr’s Strange Collaborations
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Johnny Marr’s Strange Collaborations

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.

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Review: Good Luck Everybody – Kieran Leonard and Saint Leonard’s Horses
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Review: Good Luck Everybody – Kieran Leonard and Saint Leonard’s Horses

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.

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Review: King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard – Murder Of The Universe
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Review: King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard – Murder Of The Universe

Explore the mind-bending world of Australian psych rockers, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, in their latest release, "Murder of the Universe." With a mesmerizing blend of psychedelic tales and epic soundscapes, this album marks the second of their ambitious five-album series for 2017. Delve into the three distinct chapters that unravel the downfall of humanity and the planet's demise.

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Review: Riverside – Wasteland
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Review: Riverside – Wasteland

Immerse yourself in the dystopian nightmare of Riverside's "Wasteland." With a blend of haunting melodies and powerful arrangements, this Polish three-piece captivates fans of Ghost, Rasmus, and Porcupine Tree. Michał Łapaj's keyboards and Hammond Organ, alongside Piotr Kozieradzki's intense and calculated drumming, complement the cleverly intertwining harmonies throughout the album.

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Review: True Moon – True Moon
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Review: True Moon – True Moon

Blending all the right influences from UK 80’s post-punk with their Swedish roots, True Moon release their dark and unflinching self-titled debut album. The band was born of the duos mounting frustration with an increasingly sanitised and homogenous Scandinavian musical world and are already rapidly growing into Northern Europe’s most intriguing new guitar band.

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Wonk Unit on Skating, Sobriety & DIY Punk
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Wonk Unit on Skating, Sobriety & DIY Punk

We caught up with DIY punk’s weirdest frontman, Alex of Wonk Unit. Alex is known for his endless dance moves and charisma, posting videos of tireless european touring and building a skate bowl in his back garden. The band from croydon began in 2005 and have since released nine albums.

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Toot’s Hibbert of Toots & The Maytals Obituary
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Toot’s Hibbert of Toots & The Maytals Obituary

Toot’s Hibbert of Toots & The Maytals Obituary

People told Toots Hibbert he was a great man but he never believed them. He was not only a foundation stone to reggae music, but also one of the most influential artists to rise from Jamaica. From his humble roots singing as a youth in a Jamaican church, to multiple chart hits.

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THE RISE OF Irish TRIO TOUTS
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THE RISE OF Irish TRIO TOUTS

The Touts are a teenage three-piece with a sound and image akin to the Jam. The Derry band take influence from The Buzzcocks and the skinhead scene of the 80s. Way Out Radio spoke to lead singer Matthew Crossan.

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