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Tommy Ragen: Interview – Child Music Prodigy Stars in Film “Mighty...

When 8 year-old Tommy Ragen notebook and guitar in hand wrote and composed a compelling rock ballad called "Chasing" little did he know that a few years later Paramount ViacomCBS would be releasing a captivating movie inspired by his song. The young Broadway star of "School of Rock" also plays a lead role as "Oak " in the dramedy "Might Oak" also starring Janel Parrish, Alexa PenaVega, Carlos PenaVega, Gianna Harris, Rodney Hicks, Julia Michael, and Levi Dylan, (grandson of Bob Dylan).

Lou Kyme: What’s The Worst That Can Happen- album review

Album Review Lou Kyme- What's The Worst That Can Happen (Blue Smoke Records) CD/DL/LP Out now 8/10 Debut album from London-based songstress with some notable friends along...

Tommy Ragen: Interview – Child Music Prodigy Stars in Film “Mighty Oak”

When 8 year-old Tommy Ragen notebook and guitar in hand wrote and composed a compelling rock ballad called "Chasing" little did he know that a few years later Paramount ViacomCBS would be releasing a captivating movie inspired by his song. The young Broadway star of "School of Rock" also plays a lead role as "Oak " in the dramedy "Might Oak" also starring Janel Parrish, Alexa PenaVega, Carlos PenaVega, Gianna Harris, Rodney Hicks, Julia Michael, and Levi Dylan, (grandson of Bob Dylan).

Biffy Clyro – A Celebration of Endings – album review

‘A Celebration of Endings’ is an album that shows off everything Biffy Clyro are all about. The album journeys from the most affectionate points of the band’s song writing, all the way to the loudest and brashest they could ever be on closing track ‘Cop Syrup’.

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Tommy Ragen: Interview – Child Music Prodigy Stars in Film “Mighty Oak”

When 8 year-old Tommy Ragen notebook and guitar in hand wrote and composed a compelling rock ballad called "Chasing" little did he know that a few years later Paramount ViacomCBS would be releasing a captivating movie inspired by his song. The young Broadway star of "School of Rock" also plays a lead role as "Oak " in the dramedy "Might Oak" also starring Janel Parrish, Alexa PenaVega, Carlos PenaVega, Gianna Harris, Rodney Hicks, Julia Michael, and Levi Dylan, (grandson of Bob Dylan).

Biffy Clyro – A Celebration of Endings – album review

‘A Celebration of Endings’ is an album that shows off everything Biffy Clyro are all about. The album journeys from the most affectionate points of the band’s song writing, all the way to the loudest and brashest they could ever be on closing track ‘Cop Syrup’.

Various Artists – Peephole In My Brain – The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1971 – album review

Various Artists - Peephole In My Brain Grapefruit 3CD/DL Released 21 August...

Yard Act: Fixer Upper/The Trapper’s Pelt – Single Review.

Yard Act: Fixer Upper/The Trapper's Pelt - Single Review. Out...

Lou Kyme: What’s The Worst That Can Happen- album review

Album Review Lou Kyme- What's The Worst That Can...

Miley Cyrus is Back With New Single ‘Midnight Sky’

Embracing her inner Joan Jett, with a short mullet and dripped in Chanel and crystals, and bathing in multi-coloured jawbreakers - the music video just screams Miley Cyrus.

ALBUM REVIEWS

Biffy Clyro – A Celebration of Endings – album review

‘A Celebration of Endings’ is an album that shows off everything Biffy Clyro are all about. The album journeys from the most affectionate points of the band’s song writing, all the way to the loudest and brashest they could ever be on closing track ‘Cop Syrup’.

Various Artists – Peephole In My Brain – The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1971 – album review

Various Artists - Peephole In My Brain Grapefruit 3CD/DL Released 21 August 2020 This new 3CD set is...

Lou Kyme: What’s The Worst That Can Happen- album review

Album Review Lou Kyme- What's The Worst That Can Happen (Blue Smoke Records) CD/DL/LP Out now...

Steve Von Till: No Wilderness Deep Enough – album review

Album Review Steve Von Till - No Wilderness Deep Enough (Neurot Recordings) CD | LP |...

FESTIVALS

JOHN to headline Crystal Palace Festival – festival news

Crystal Palace Festival is going online this weekend with two full days of awesome performances streamed live and direct to your home. The organisers have...

BANG BANG ROMEO confirmed to headline LOUD WOMEN Fest 5 in 2021

Feminist DIY collective LOUD WOMEN have just announced that BANG BANG ROMEO will be headlining their next festival, taking place on 20 March 2021 at 229 The Venue in London. Earlybird tickets are on sale now here at a special price of £16. Over 20 more artists are set to be announced.

Photo Reviews

Stereophonics: Manchester Arena – live photo review

Stereophonics Manchester Arena March 13th 2019 Louder Than War photographer Michael Bond, captured Stereophonics on the Manchester leg of their European tour, promoting their 11th studio album...

Nasty Cherry: Manchester Academy 3 – live review

Nasty Cherry | Noisy MancesterAcademy 29th February 2020 Cazz Blase and Melanie Smith witness Nasty Cherry’s turbocharged Manchester debut. A far cry from the howling wind and...

Book Reviews

All I Ever Wanted: A Rock ‘n’ Roll Memoir by Kathy Valentine — book review

All I Ever Wanted: A Rock ’n’ Roll Memoir by Kathy Valentine University of Texas Press Available Now! “I landed in the most successful all-female band in...

Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass by Lana Del Ray – audiobook review

Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass - Lana Del Rey (Spoken Word Edition) Release date: 28th July 2020 Phil Ross relaxes and reflects with Lana Del...

LIVE REVIEWS

Charli XCX: Boiler Room, LA – live review

Charli XCX Boiler Room 13th of July In support of her new lockdown-produced album, Charli XCX delivers an endearingly eclectic live stream from her home for Boiler...

The Blinders: The Bottom Floor – live review

Wayne AF Carey gets a taste of what The Blinders will be bringing back to the live circuit. It's sound as fuck!

Nick Cave: Idiot Prayer, Alone at Alexandra Palace – live review

Nick Cave Alexandra Palace, London Idiot Prayer: Nick Cave Alone in Alexandra Palace will stream on 23 July - UK & Europe: 8pm BST, Australia...

Blue Rose Code: Online Album Launch and Performance – live review

Blue Rose Code Steaming live review 18th July 2020 Ross Wilson and Blue Rose Code with the new album With Healings of the Deepest Kind, have...

Working Mens Club: Manchester YES – livecast gig review

A classic gig that cuts through livecast Working Mens Club are one of most exciting bands in the UK who transcend these times and the tech to deliver a dark death disco perfection...

A Midsummer’s Night Stream – Sofa City Collective (Various Southampton artists)

Southampton Music - Summer 2020 Overview A Midsummer's Night Stream - Sofa City Collective  / Southampton Bands in Lockdown. "A Southampton compilation isn't legit until Ged...

INTERVIEWS

Tommy Ragen: Interview – Child Music Prodigy Stars in Film “Mighty Oak”

When 8 year-old Tommy Ragen notebook and guitar in hand wrote and composed a compelling rock ballad called "Chasing" little did he know that a few years later Paramount ViacomCBS would be releasing a captivating movie inspired by his song. The young Broadway star of "School of Rock" also plays a lead role as "Oak " in the dramedy "Might Oak" also starring Janel Parrish, Alexa PenaVega, Carlos PenaVega, Gianna Harris, Rodney Hicks, Julia Michael, and Levi Dylan, (grandson of Bob Dylan).

Levitations’ Meanwhile Gardens: The great lost album of the 90s

Levitation blazed a trail through the 90s with some incredible live gigs and a run of peerless albums and EPs before things came to...

NEW ARTISTS

Tommy Ragen: Interview – Child Music Prodigy Stars in Film “Mighty Oak”

When 8 year-old Tommy Ragen notebook and guitar in hand wrote and composed a compelling rock ballad called "Chasing" little did he know that a few years later Paramount ViacomCBS would be releasing a captivating movie inspired by his song. The young Broadway star of "School of Rock" also plays a lead role as "Oak " in the dramedy "Might Oak" also starring Janel Parrish, Alexa PenaVega, Carlos PenaVega, Gianna Harris, Rodney Hicks, Julia Michael, and Levi Dylan, (grandson of Bob Dylan).

Yard Act: Fixer Upper/The Trapper’s Pelt – Single Review.

Yard Act: Fixer Upper/The Trapper's Pelt - Single Review. Out Now DL/LP New single from Leeds based minimalist rock group Yard Act. They claim to be a...

Film Reviews

Tokyo Story – film review

Tokyo Story (1953) Director: Yasujirō Ozu Cast: Hideo Fujino, Ayako Katsuragi, Mieko Takamine Language: Japanese (with optional English subtitles) Run time: 136 minutes Format: Dual Format (DVD & Blu-ray) Release...

Zu Warriors From The Magic Mountain – film review

Zu Warriors from the Magic Mountain (1983) Director: Tsui Hark Cast: Yuen Biao, Adam Cheng, Brigitte Lin, Sammo Hung Run Time: 98 minutes Language: Cantonese (with optional English...

SINGLE REVIEWS

Thrasherwolf: The Vortex – single review

Thrasherwolf: The Vortex Digital Download/Streaming Available now Formed in 2016, London based Thrasherwolf have put out an incendiary single, The Vortex, from their forthcoming debut album We...

Psychedelic Porn Crumpets: Mr Prism – Single Review

Psychedelic Porn Crumpets Mr Prism Marathon Artists DL Out 4 August 2020 Louder Than War's favourite Aussie band Psychedelic Porn Crumpets come crashing back with their frenetic new...

Ashley Sherlock: Been Here Before – Single Review

Manchester Ashley Sherlock releases new single Been Here Before. A big chunk of '70's inspired pomp meets West Coast rock. Nigel slips his hip-hugging...

Gang of Four release new EP Anti Hero

Gang of Four Anti Hero EP DL Friday 17th July Vinyl LE12" August 14th Pre-order Gang of Four make an unexpected return with new EP Anti Hero. Banjo reviews...