Metro
08/03/2018
Kieran Raza
Music Journalist
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Ahead of his slot supporting Peace headlining the O2 Academy this Thursday (24th May), Counteract caught up with Wolfgang Harte for a short Q&A about his return to music. The musician was previously a member of Swim Deep before departing in 2011 and is returning with a brand new musical project.
In preparation for her upcoming second album, Nina Nesbitt is hitting the tour circuit hard. Ahead of her tour support slot with Lewis Capaldi at the O2 Institute on November 3rd, we caught up with the songstress to discuss her rollercoaster journey of a career and what is in store for the future.
Established in 2014, FarGo Village is a hub for all things independent and unique. Located at the far end of Far Gosford Street, they describe themselves as "an artistically repurposed industrial space designed exclusively for creative, independent businesses and like-minded visitors". Here's an itinerary of what you could get up to if you hop on a train to Coventry...
CHVRCHES maintained the same high standard from start to finish firing through a balanced set of old and new material.
New Zealand pop star excels in her sophomore release 'Melodrama', blending relatable storytelling, distinctive vocals and superb captivating production.
Los Angeles trio LANY are on the brink of becoming massive, Counteract caught up with Paul, Les and Jake before their support slot in Birmingham.
Imagine Dragons brought their spectacular and impactful live performance to a sold-out Genting Arena, providing an emotional rollercoaster for fans.
01/11/18 Whilst some may associate the name Laurel with the infamous Yanny or Laurel debacle that flooded the internet earlier this year, it also happens to be the moniker of one 23 year old Southampton born bluesy singer songwriter who has just released her anticipated debut album, DOGVIOLET.
With over 30 million streams, Times Square billboards and worldwide tours, Nina Nesbitt is the viral pop-star of the moment with an inevitably massive future ahead.
REVIEW Chris Tucker On nationwide tour ★★☆☆☆ THANKS to his turns in the Rush Hour movies, in which he buddied up so appealingly alongside Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker was once the highest-paid actor in Hollywood. Aside from a role in the Oscar-winning Silver Linings Playbook, things have been rather more quiet in the decade since....
Gengahr are one of the most exciting bands of 2015 having been met with mass critical acclaim for their debut album A Dream Outside, released earlier in the year. Their unique blend of dreamy vocals and light guitars made for a distinctive and effective record.
Having found worldwide success and platinum sales with single Shut Up And Dance, American happy-clappy band Walk The Moon have finally gained broader international recognition and have been able to play shows to fans in places they weren't able to reach before.
Japanese House enigma Amber Bain held her own in front of sold-out Birmingham crowd on Tuesday October 13th 2015 Passionate performance left those in attendance in awe 19-year-old Amber Bain, known under the musical act name as The Japanese House, has received a lot of hype and recognition from critics over the past year or so for their unique relaxed synth music.
Years and Years' euphoric rise saw them headline Birmingham's Barclaycard Arena on Friday April 1st 2016 Support on the night came from London duo Nimmo and Danish popstar, Mø Years and Years' career has truly rocketed, from gaining initial recognition last year to becoming the fully fledged successful pop stars they are today with a mass following of fans and a sold out UK arena tour to boost.
Ellie Goulding brought her energetic arena show to Birmingham's Barclaycard Arena on Monday March 21st 2016 Support acts LANY and John Newman set the bar high before Ellie Goulding took to the stage Fans resonated with both her energetic tracks and slower numbers throughout Emerging Los Angeles trio LANY were the first support as the crowd slowly trickled into the arena.