Micko & The Mellotronics have announced their infectious new single “Misery Guts”, out now.

‘WILD GOD (LIVE GOD)’ OUT NOW - LISTEN HERE

WATCH A LIVE VIDEO FOR WILD GOD (RECORDED LIVE IN PARIS) HERE

PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM HERE

Gogol Bordello are back with explosive new music ahead of their return to the UK this Autumn.

NYC psychosleaze provocateurs - Puzzled Panther - have announced the vinyl release of their second EP, ‘Fits of Serenity’, as well as a support tour with Gogol Bordello in the UK and EU this Autumn.

TO BE RELEASED ON NOVEMBER 21ST

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FEATURING GLOBAL HITS, RARITIES AND NEW REMIXES

Further to the news piece we published a few weeks ago covering the JAH WOBBLE Autumn UK tour, we caught up with the great man for an in-depth interview where we discussed the past, the future, musical influences and his various collaborations that he’s been involved in.

Grab a drink, settle down and enjoy our 45 minute chat with JAH WOBBLE below.

Praise for Everyone Says Hi’s self-titled debut album:

“Everyone Says Hi deliver big hooks and bigger ambitions” - The Line of Best Fit

“Psychedelic lounge rock hinting at recent Arctic Monkeys and Tame Impala influences” - NME

“Luxury indie listening” - Wonderland

“Soft-focus pop imbued with stickable hooks” - UNCUT

“Impeccably constructed and quietly lush” - DIY

“A tight, smooth debut… plenty to admire in the sound and structure” - Clash

I first saw Abrasive Trees perform in 2021, and now, in 2025, we find ourselves at Things Happen Here in Dartington—witnessing what feels like Mk II of the band.

A warm, interactive evening where Newton Faulkner balanced virtuoso guitar work, theatrical percussion courtesy of his new ‘techno boots’, and easygoing storytelling to turn a university room into a communal singalong and sleepover for adults. The Octopus tour felt lived-in and playful, with moments of quiet lyricism and full-throated crowd participation that made the show feel like a shared memory being made in real time.

Ottawa pop-punk favorites Bearings are back with their fourth full-length album, Comfort Company, set to release 7 November 2025 via Pure Noise Records. To kick off the new era, the band has unveiled their latest single “Freaking Me Out” — a sun-soaked, emotionally charged anthem that blends manic introspection with poolside vibes.

Pittsburgh’s metalcore juggernauts 156/Silence have officially joined the Pure Noise Records family — and they’re marking the occasion with a powerful new single, “Our Parting Ways,” accompanied by a striking official music video.

Independent rock powerhouse Set It Off have returned with a vengeance, releasing their blistering new single “Pathological” — the opening salvo from their upcoming self-titled album, due out 7 November 2025.

Indie rock provocateurs Saint Blonde have dropped their latest sonic firecracker, “Dirty $$$,” now streaming via Pale Chord, Rise Records, and BMG. The Denton, Texas-based quintet deliver a punchy blend of surf-rock swagger and punk defiance, wrapped in gritty rhythms and irresistible hooks — a sound that’s become their signature.

Oswald Slain’s debut album Bucky is a compact, confident eight-track record that marries retro rock swagger with modern lyricism, delivering warm nostalgia, sharp humour and a surprisingly broad sonic palette in under half an hour.

The Dirt are back, and they’re not pulling punches. Following the release of their genre-defying LP MONKEYPUNCH, the Pennines-based duo Jack and Sachiko deliver their fourth single from the record — the blistering, politically-charged “Crash Test.”

Indie-rock legends Ocean Colour Scene are hitting the road in 2026 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their iconic album Moseley Shoals. The 13-date UK arena tour kicks off at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on 21st November and wraps with a hometown show at Birmingham’s bp pulse LIVE on 12th December.

In a shed-turned-gym behind their family home in Trim, Co Meath, Irish hardcore duo Spearside have carved out a space for reflection, rebellion, and raw honesty. Their new EP, Couldn’t Be Told, out October 22nd 2025, marks a sonic and emotional turning point — a self-produced riot of punk energy and introspective grit that refuses to flinch.

Get ready, Bristol. On Tuesday 21st October, Electric Bristol will be shaking to the sound of The Amazons, one of the UK’s most electrifying rock outfits, as they bring their Autumn 2025 headline tour to town. Riding high off the release of their fourth studio album 21st Century Fiction, the Reading-born quartet are entering a bold new chapter—one that’s louder, darker, and more emotionally charged than ever before.

Ahead of hitting the road to celebrate and promote his 8th studio album Octopus, I caught up with Newton Faulkner to chat about the making of the record, how the recording process has changed over the years and where he’s most excited about performing on his UK tour.

In an age of arena tours, live-streamed sets, and algorithmic fan engagement, the humble in-store gig remains a curious relic—and a powerful tool. Rough Trade and many other establishments across the UK continue to champion these intimate performances, offering fans a chance to see their favourite artists up close, often just feet away from the vinyl racks. But as the music industry evolves, it’s worth asking: are instores still essential, or are they a nostalgic indulgence?