Five years of my attending and Kendal Calling continues to prove why it remains one of the UK's finest medium-sized festivals. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Lowther Estate, the 2026 edition delivered four days of exceptional music, great food and memorable moments, capped by what may well have been the greatest headline performance I've ever witnessed at the festival. Before the music even started, there were positive signs. For the first time in several years, ent
Sex Pistols Featuring Frank Carter The Stranglers The Undertones Sunday at the seaside to celebrate 50 years of Punk Rock? Why the hell not!!! Three of the remaining legends from the beginning of the genre came together here at Scarborough Open Air Theatre for a big old pogo about!! On arrival it’s heartwarming to see thousands of people of all ages making their way up from the seafront showing that despite its age Punk Rock still catches younger generations imaginations! Yea
Breaking Benjamin Chevelle Return To Dust No one thought we'd ever see them grace the shore of the UK again. But the sound of my youth are here. And judging by the energy inside the O2 Victoria Warehouse everyone is thankful the wait is over. The set leaned heavily on the band’s biggest hits, delivering that perfect hit of nostalgia. But that said it is worth noting that the more recent releases still sit more than comfortably within the set. For over 20 years the band have e