Neil Ainger discovers the region’s underground metal scene is booming, largely thanks to those behind Byker Grave Bookings ...

David Saunders talks to songwriter Paul Fletcher about his colourful take on modern Americana ...

Mack Sproates discovers a politically-charged EP full of scuzzy guitars and awesome vocals from the Durham-based ...

Darlington country artist Hayley McKay drops her brand new single, Sweet Surprise. The track, which was written in the French ...

Robber: In fact we’re gonna change ourselves to ‘The New Gaye Bykers on Acid’ as opposed to the old Gaye Bykers on Acid.

Emily Elliott talks to Rhian Jade and Nicola Mantalios about their events which seek to increase safe spaces for marginalised ...

Newcastle Noir brings another jam-packed programme of crime writing to the city for its tenth year. The festival, which takes ...

North East author R. R. Penfold ’s debut novel is a gothic horror adorned with fantastical elements, which follows amateur ...

Newcastle’s Pit Pony present a new offer which is reminiscent of 1950’s doo wop with just a little hint of a Christmas melody ...

North East emo pop rockers Red Remedy talk about the inspirations and narratives behind their new single, and how their new ...

Hostile, the new offering from Darlington’s Blackout The Arcade, is a masterclass in catchy, anthemic indie rock songwriting.