Isle of Wight
mINtroducing: The Currents
The link between the South Coast of England and Finland dates back to the late 1970’s when the Isle of Wight’s very own Razzle became drummer for the legendary Hanoi Rocks. With trade links constructed, Southampton Football Club later benefitted from the exchange with the legendary goal keeper Antti Niemi, who made 106 appearances; [...]
Various Cruelties release video for Chemicals – and announce Southampton date
Chemicals will be released on Monday 3rd October 2011 through Hideout Recordings, their first release since signing to the label. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYseDEizrF0 The single follows two amazingly well–received self-released singles, Neon Truth and If It Wasn’t For You, both of which sold-out of their limited runs within days of being put on sale via Ebay, Rough Trade London, Pure Groove [...]
Heavy Showers predicted for Isle of Wight Festival
The Isle of Wight Festival started their 10th birthday celebrations last night with Boy George entertaining campers, who are getting prepared for a weekend of heavy showers. Kaiser Chiefs and Kings of Leon are set to headline the main stage tonight (Friday) with Pulp, Foo Fighters and Kasabian to play over the rest of the [...]
Could Kings of Leon be heading to Southampton? (And other Festival rumours)
The festival season finished just over 6 weeks ago, and already rumours are flying around as to who will be playing next years festivals. Here in Southampton, tongues are really starting to wag, especially with news of the city’s own huge music event in May. Rock The Park is a large scale music event planned [...]