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Simple Things review: a brilliantly eclectic day out in Bristol
With four guest curators, this one-dayer is a mishmash of sounds with an experimental throughline
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Stevie Wonder live in London: An all-time great reminds us of his brilliance
On a cold night in November, Stevie Wonder delivers a balm for the soul and reminds us why he's one of the greatest musicians of all time
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The Strokes live in Manchester: A band sounding more vital than ever
The indie veterans are very much up for the fight as they deliver a deeply emotional career-spanning set during their first visit to the city in two decades.
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RAYE live in London review: a spectacular symphony of salvation
Fresh from her Mercury Prize triumph, RAYE transforms the Royal Albert Hall into a world of orchestral grandeur, family affection and extraordinary emotional honesty.
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Amy Winehouse – Back to Black 20 review: An affecting, all-star reminder of a generational talent
Winehouse's defining album is performed in full by a classy cast of guest vocalists including Corinne Bailey Rae, Lianne La Havas and Skye Newman
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Troye Sivan live in London: A high-voltage fever dream
Inside Apple Music Hall, the tech giant’s spectacular new Battersea venue, the Australian pop star delivers an intimate, brilliantly choreographed performance that is as sensual as it is euphoric.
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Evanescence live in Manchester review : Era-defining rockers with a voice louder than ever
At a sold out show in Manchester, Amy Lee and co celebrate the past while looking firmly towards the future.
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KATSEYE live in London: pop superstars are two members down but on top form
While much has been made of KATSEYE’s alleged identity crisis, the prospect of where they could go next is incredibly exciting
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Violet Grohl live in London: A nervous newbie with immense potential
20-year-old with a very famous surname delivers an exciting if somewhat nervous set.
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Charli XCX live at Reading Festival: The explosive start of an epic new era
Debuting an ambitious new production, Charli puts on one of the shows of the weekend.
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Fontaines D.C. live at Reading Festival: Irish giants dance through the darkness
Generational greats defy tragedy to deliver a blistering headline set.
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We Out Here Festival review: Expertly curated celebration of the pockets connecting jazz, soul and club music
Gilles Peterson's Dorset festival has become an essential part of the calendar for jazz heads and clubbers alike
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Green Man festival review: A beacon of hope in troubling times
Wildfires in the area threatened the 2026 edition of the Welsh event, but its devoted community of artists and fans made it yet another triumph
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Lorde live in London review: An emotional triumph at her biggest ever London show
During her biggest ever London show, Lorde offers up a glorious release of the past, present and future.
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Phoebe Bridgers live in London: A transcendent set from a subtle superstar
Days after releasing her brilliant third album, Phoebe Bridgers showcases it in the perfect setting.
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Way Out West festival review: Gothenburg’s eco-conscious haven with Europe’s best line-up
In the picturesque surroundings of the Slottsskogen park, this event brings a world-beating bill to a gorgeous, cosy setting
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Ariana Grande live in London review: stunning vocals drive poignant pop spectacle
If Grande's London shows prove to be a farewell for the foreseeable, it's a perfect goodbye.
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The Weeknd live in London review: A face-melting and dazzling spectacle
Arriving in London during sweltering conditions, Abel Tesfaye proves to be a dazzling showman.
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Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds live in Brighton: Rock’s wild god triumphs at huge homecoming
Nick Cave returns to his adoptive hometown, bringing along Kylie Minogue, to deliver a joyful sermon with a mammoth career-spanning set
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The Cribs live in London: Indie royalty offer up a glorious celebration in epic surroundings
On a sweltering evening in London, The Cribs prove right at home in the picturesque setting of Somerset House