Daydreamers took to the stage on their first headline tour tonight — and if you’ve been following them like I have, you’ll know just how special that is. One of my favourite rising bands, and a night I’ve been waiting for. Curious how it all went down? Trust me, you’ll want to read this one.

Overpass take on Manchester’s Gorilla—a band who has been on a lot of people’s lips, in a venue that always delivers. Their sound has been building momentum, but how would it translate live? Packed crowd, high anticipation… let’s see if they live up to the hype.

Louis Dunford at Manchester’s Albert Hall—an artist whose storytelling has captured so many, but how would it unfold on stage? My first time seeing him live, in a venue as grand as the Albert Hall, had me eager to find out. Would the raw emotion of his music hit just as hard in a room full of devoted fans?

Dayglow at Manchester’s O2 Ritz—an artist known for his shimmering indie-pop sound, but how would it translate to a live setting? Stepping into the venue for my first time seeing him, the anticipation was high. Would his signature style thrive in a venue like the Ritz? There was only one way to find out…

An intimate venue, a high-energy performance, and a band that felt more like a group of mates having the time of their lives on stage. The Kites proved they’re destined for bigger stages. With festival slots lined up and a growing fanbase, this is a band to watch. Click “read more” to find out how it went.

Gracie Abrams took the stage at Manchester’s Co-Op Live, delivering a night of raw emotion, stunning vocals, and intimate storytelling. How did her performance measure up in such a massive venue? Read the full review now!

After building a catalogue of heartfelt, soul-stirring songs, James Smith took the stage at Manchester’s Deaf Institute for an intimate night of live music. With his signature raw vocals and cracking charisma, did he live up to expectations? Click "read more" to find out! 🎶

From busking on the streets of Edinburgh to playing guitar out of his window in Scotland, Calum Bowie has built a dedicated following through his heartfelt song-writing and infectious energy. After years of following his music, tonight I finally get to see him live. Will his acoustic-driven sound translate to the stage? Let’s find out.

After eight years of crafting their signature synth-pop sound, Valley finally made their long-awaited UK debut. Expectations were high— seeing them live for the first time. Would their dreamy, Lauv-style melodies translate into an electric live performance?