Mad About Rock

  Formidable Brit two-piece COMMON TONGUE have thrown down a prominent marker in the shape of their engrossing new single and video, 'Done.' Check out the video, here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tVKPFkTQyU Listen to the band at: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4nZ0WIbNByP6chY5vUqmyy Prepare to be captivated by the raw power and unbridled emotion of COMMON TONGUE, with their hard-hitting rock straight from the sunny shores of Southsea, England. This dynamic duo, comprised of friends Matt Thompsett (Guitar/Vocals) and Matt Winterman (Drums), create fuzz laden alt-rock with true vigour and intrigue. Announcing themselves in late 2023 with their debut single Isolation, COMMON TONGUE made an immediate impact on the rock scene. And ever since, the single’s honesty and haunting lyrics have set the stage for a series of successful releases. Pulling influence from rock icons such as Muse, Queens Of the Stone Age, and Biffy Clyro, COMMON TONGUE shake up the alt rock genre, addin...

  The Who returned to the Teenage Cancer Trust stage last night at the Royal Albert Hall, opening the annual series of iconic shows with an incredible orchestra, marking how they started the gigs back in 2000. Support came from very special guests, new wave rock legends, Squeeze, who are themselves celebrating their 50th anniversary this year. With a set jam packed with their classics they led the celebrations. “It’s Quarter to 8 on a Monday evening and we should all be having our tea. But instead we’re all going to get up and dance around to ‘Slap and Tickle’ ladies and gentlemen,” said Chris Difford as the band got the Hall bouncing. ‘Up The Junction’ came early, the country swing of ‘Labelled With Love’ followed, rockabilly of ‘Annie Get Your Gun’ and a pared back, harmony soaked ‘Tempted’ led up to a big finish of ‘Cool For Cats.’ The Who were met by an ecstatic sold-out crowd, ready to savour every moment of this hugely special night. And they delivered. Backed for much o...