Tuesday, May 12, 2026
New MusicRock Tours Gig GuideSKINDRED

Skindred has done it again! After blowing away the audience at Takedown Festival’s main stage, the band released their latest single ‘If I Could’ from their upcoming album, Smile. The track showcases a different side of the album, with a singalong chorus that delivers stadium rock vibes.

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New MusicThe Kut

Rock royalty paid a visit to the rescue rooms this week in the form of blue haired songstress Princess Maha. The lead singer of The Kut arrived on the stage wearing a leather jacket covered in hundreds of studs and treated the venue to an eight-song set.

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Album reviewsEric Bibb

I owe Eric Bibb an apology. Initially I was reluctant to even listen to this album, far less review it. The reason? Well, at some point in the dim and distant I heard a bit of Bibb, and put him down as a purveyor of the kind of twee, folky acoustic blues that turns me right off. Well, however true or not that judgement may have been at the time, it certainly isn’t a fair reflection of Ridin’.

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Classic Album ReviewsRUSH

Today, we’re diving into the classic album 2112 by Rush, released in 1976. Now, I must admit that I’m not a big fan of prog rock, but this album is the exception. It has stood the test of time and is still considered the greatest concept album ever created. It’s not just a musical masterpiece, it’s a story that takes you on a journey.

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