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Following
the band’s inception in London, UK in 1984 – originally as The
Choirboys, then The Queerboys, before settling on the less
controversial name of The Quireboys – there followed 6 years of
hard graft and personnel changes before the inevitable happened
– a UK number 2 album.
Despite supporting a certain Guns N’
Roses at the legendary Hammersmith Odeon in London it was 1990’s
A Bit of What You Fancy that brought the band to the attention
of the public at large, and featured founder member Spike on
vocals and new recruit Guy Griffin on guitar. The record
showcased no fewer than 5 hit singles – including “Hey You”
which peaked at number 5 in the US Billboard Rock Chart and
number 14 in the UK Singles chart.
Spike and Guy have been the backbone of
THE quintessential British rock’n’roll band ever since – a
journey that has seen them play to 72,000 at 1990’s Monsters of
Rock at Donington with the likes of Whitesnake, Aerosmith and
Poison – supporting The Rolling Stones that same year, and
joining Guns N’ Roses again a couple of years later on their
“Use Your Illusion” tour.
Following their second studio album,
1993’s Bitter Sweet & Twisted, the band found the new mainstream
rock landscape a difficult one – and it wasn’t until 2001 and
the release of This is Rock’n’Roll that they found a new lease
of life.
The public’s appetite for The Quireboys
had returned and hasn’t waned since – 3 further studio releases
(Well Oiled, Homewreckers & Heartbreakers, Halfpenny Dancer)
were released on various labels from 2004 to 2009 before the
band found their new – and permanent – home on Off Yer Rocka –
the label of the renowned festival brand Hard Rock Hell.
The first 4 albums on Off Yer Rocka –
Beautiful Curse (2013), Black Eyed Sons (2014), St Cecilia and
the Gypsy Soul (2015), and Twisted Love (2016) – have not only
grown the legacy of The Quireboys but have brought new fans to
the fold. 2017’s White Trash Blues saw the band take a bold move
– recording a collection of iconic blues numbers but with the
signature Quireboys approach – a move that paid off with glowing
reviews. Covering legends such as Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry,
Freddie King and John Lee Hooker the album is a triumph of
substance over style. The album produced a stunning single
release – “Leaving Trunk” – a track written by Sleepy John Estes
and made famous by the legendary Taj Mahal.
The Quireboys are
certainly enjoying a revival – selling out venues around the
world – with 2018 also taking in The Monsters of Rock Cruise,
HRH AOR VI, Sweden Rock and Stonedeaf festivals. 2019 will see a
brand new studio album – their 12th – as part of a pledge
campaign… so be a part of the never ending Quireboys party – as
there’s no sign of Spike, Guy, Keith and Paul slowing down any
time soon!
After
making highly acclaimed demo tapes with star producer Max Martin
the members moved to Stockholm upon finding fame in 1992 and
debut album Honked was recorded in Sunlight Studio with
inimitable producer Tomas Skogsberg. The first single ”Blue Eyes
Shouldn’t Be Cryin” launched in 1993 made its way to a rotation
on MTV’s classic hard rock show Headbangers Ball.
Diamond
Dogs kept busy touring for most of the 1990s but took a break in
1997, at which point Anders Lindström became a full time member
of The Hellacopters. Two years later, Diamond Dogs unexpectedly
landed a deal with a new record label, and over the course of 24
explosive hours they recorded an EP and titled it ”Among the
non-believers” marking the start of the journey that would
eventually earn Diamond Dogs worldwide cult status.
Diamond Dogs have always embraced their touring, playing clubs,
festivals and concert halls, either headlining, or as tour
support for bands like Iggy Pop, The Cult, Ian Hunter, Hanoi
Rocks, The Damned, Sensational Alex Harvey Band or The Nazareth.
Diamond Dogs have over the years gained a reputation as one of
the best rock’n’roll live acts around, with shows that often
last more than three hours. Throughout the years the Diamond
Dogs members have also been serving as members in bands such as
Johnny Thunders, Ian Hunter, Electric Boys, Glenn Hughes, Dogs
D’amour, Michael Schenker Group, UK Subs, Glen Matlock, Silver
Ginger 5, to name a few.
On Diamond Dogs albums you will
hear guest appearances by Chris Spedding, Danny Bowes (Thunder),
Randy Bachman (BTO), Brady Blade (Emmylou Harris), Brian
Robertson (Thin Lizzy), Henry Gibson (Curtis Mayfield), Nicke
Andersson (Hellacopters), Jeff Dahl, Dan Baird (Georgia
Satellites) among others. Diamond Dogs have toured Great Britain
countless of times and played over 270 gigs at many of UK’s
premium rock venues, including Camden Palace, Electric Ballroom,
Nottingham Rock City, Manchester Academy 2, Glasgow Cathouse and
The Ferry, Bristol Bierkeller, Camden Underworld, Baths Hall,
Utility Newcastle Arena and O2 Academy, Holmfirth Picturedrome,
London Borderline, JB’s Dudley, Sheffield Boardwalk, London and
Manchester Hard Rock Café, The Winter Garden in Cleethorpes and
Blackpool. Lead singer Sulo is also in London punk band The
Crunch together with Terry Chimes (Clash), Dave Tregunna (Sham
69) and Mick Geggus (Cockney Rejects), and has collaborated with
Wilko Johnson (Dr Feelgood), Robert Wyatt (Soft Machine), Billy
Bremner (Rockpile), Paul Young and Maria McKee to name a few.
Nowadays Sulo is an established author, with several books
published in recent years, and he is the author of the recently
published and acclaimed biographical portrait of the former UEFA
football president Lennart Johansson "Lennart Johansson - A mate
among bigwigs and trophies”.
The band have always
considered Spain its second home because of its big popularity
and frequent touring there. Playing classic music venues like
Razzmatazz, Sala Apolo, Sala Heineken, La Riviera, El Sol, often
with some of Spain’s biggest rock bands as supporting acts. Over
a 25 years period Diamond Dogs have performed 7 concerts at the
historical venue Antzokia in Bilbao, where they also recorded
their live album ”Let"s Have It - Live In Bilbao”. Headlining
some of Spain’s largest rock festivals, like Festimad, Primavera
Sound, and Serie Z, and at their second appearance on the Azkena
Rock Festival’s main stage in 2007, the festival had Roky
Erickson opening up for them. Diamond Dogs have also sold out
the football stadium in Benidorm on a double bill with their
friends, British hard rockers The Cult.
“2026
see’s Alt-metal revellers InMe continuing the celebration of 20
years since 'White Butterfly' was released, and also their 30th
Anniversary as a band. InMe will play a selection of fan faves
from their extensive 30 year catelogue AND a bunch of songs from
their forthcoming 8 th Studio album ‘Demons’. Fresh from selling
out a bunch of shows in 2025 and in 2026, InMe aren’t back, with
every gig they’re reminding people they have never gone
anywhere, never split up, never re-united, and have been a
workhorse band for the last 3 decades!”

Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast deliver gritty rock & roll
soaked in deep roots and blues influences and Rolling Stone
describes commanding lead singer Caitlin Krisko as “one of the
best-kept vocal secrets of the Southeast,”. Since their
transformational rebrand in 2021, the band has built a fiercely
loyal following across the US and UK, earning critical acclaim
and major festival slots for their electrifying, emotionally
charged performances.
In 2024, the band took a bold creative leap with their
self-produced EP Blueprints, a soulful, anthemic collection that
landed playlist placements, radio support, and praise for its
raw vulnerability. The single “Haunted By You” topped Spotify’s
“Blues Ballads” playlist, while their upcoming full-length album
Heirloom (out spring 2026) builds on that momentum with a
waterfall release of singles throughout the year.
With past support slots for legends like Mavis Staples,
Marcus King, Blackberry Smoke, Samantha Fish, Robert Randolph,
and Margo Price, the band continues to rise. Krisko recently
stepped into a new role as host of the storied Buffalo Mountain
Jam at FloydFest, solidifying her as a staple of the modern
roots rock scene.
Following a breakout year of airplay on Planet Rock Radio,
the band returns to the UK twice in 2026, building on their
growing international fanbase with festival and club dates that
highlight their genre-bending fusion of southern soul, roots
rock, and blues influenced modern storytelling.
Heralding
from the North East of England, Juliet’s Not Dead (JND) are an
adrenaline fuelled, modern hard rock band, driven by the sole
intention of thrilling their audiences at each and every show.
The band paired with Mercury Prize & Grammy nominated
producer Romesh Dodangoda and created something special, with
their recently released 2nd album, This World Is Ours, smashing
into the UK Charts at #1 Download Charts, #2 Rock Charts, #7
Independent Charts & #19 Album Sales Chart.
Juliet’s Not
Dead have toured the length and breadth of the UK and Europe,
including countless festivals across 11 countries; building a
strong reputation for high-octane performances focussed around a
stunning custom-made video-wall show piece.
With
continued drive off the back of their chart success, all
indications are that they will continue their rapid climb in
hard rock circles.
Australian
rocker Cassidy Paris has a very bright future ahead of her.
Raised on classic hard rock and inspired by artists such as
Halestorm, Joan Jett, Pink, Pat Benatar & Avril Lavigne, the
fiercely determined young woman is on a mission to inspire a new
generation.
Since the beginning,
Cassidy Paris has released two sold out eps – “Broken Hearted” &
“Flirt”, and her first full length record "New Sensation" was
released via Frontiers Music Srl in December 2023.
At the age of 11,
Cassidy met singer songwriter Paul Laine (ex Danger Danger & The
Defiants), who developed a unique mentoring role. Paul took
Cassidy under his wing to help develop her as an artist and
songwriter, collaborating with her in songwriting and producing
her music.
From early on,
Cassidy wanted to deliver a strong message through her music. In
2018, Cassidy Paris released the song 'Stand', a heartfelt song
about ‘standing up for yourself’ as a young woman. Cassidy
continues to deliver that message and promotes anti-bullying
through her performances. Paris enjoys performing at many
schools around Melbourne, and is an active campaigner for the
worldwide ‘Metalheads Against Bullying’.
Cassidy's talents have not gone
unnoticed by some of the most prestigious companies in the
industry, with brands such as Fender Guitars, Ernie Ball Strings
& Wornstar Clothing all endorsing her.
Cassidy Paris has built
up a strong connection with her growing worldwide fanbase that
has already seen her perform in America, Japan and the UK.
2022 saw Cassidy Paris
tour Australia with the likes of John Corabi & H.E.A.T, along
with a 12 date UK tour. In 2023, Cassidy Paris signed to
Frontiers Music SRL. She released her debut album 'New
Sensation' in December to rave reviews, many including a Top 10
Album Of The Year.
John
Verity is one of the most consistent performers on the blues
rock circuit today, having honed his craft over more than 60
years on the circuit at every level.
Born in West
Yorkshire he played in many bands in the area and beyond before
moving to Florida. Whilst there he opened for Jimi Hendrix,
Janis Joplin, Mountain and others, then on his return to the UK,
taking a somewhat different direction with time as front man
with Argent.
When Argent disbanded John spent time
primarily in the studio, producing, recording, and guesting
with, among many others, Ringo Starr, The Zombies, Smokie,
Charlie, Motorhead, and Saxon.
However. live performance
has always been the driving force for JV, and though he does
love studio work it wasn’t long before the need to play live
drew him back…
These days it’s easy to find John back out
on the road with his own band and material, and experiencing a
musical renaissance across the country at a venue near you!
The John Verity Band currently features: -
Guitar/vocals-John Verity, Drums-Chris Mansbridge and bass,
Roger Inniss.
Son
Of Man was formed by former MAN members GEORGE JONES (guitar)
and BOB RICHARDS (drums), following the sad passing of George’s
father (and Man founder) MICKY JONES, initially to pay homage to
Micky’s work at a series of tribute concerts.
Now, some years on
from this, SON OF MAN is a recording band in their own right,
also featuring, RICHIE GALLONI (lead vocals), MARCO JAMES
(keyboards) and RAY JONES (bass)
The latest album
GASLIGHT is available now on Cherry Red Records
Hailing
from Cambridge, England, The Hot One Two is a hard-hitting
four-piece rock band, founded in 2017 by Nick Blackburn, Nick
Manners, and Joe Chivers, with frontman Simon West joining in
2018. They blend the swagger of 80s rock with the punch of
modern metal, a sound that propelled them to sign with TowerRok
Band Management in 2022. Following two successful EPs, the band
released their critically acclaimed debut concept album,
"Superbia," in November 2023, which featured Planet Rock's
'Track of the Week', 'The Fray'. With a highly anticipated
second album, "Virtues," set for release in autumn 2025, The Hot
One Two continue to dominate stages across the UK, including
upcoming festival appearances and an Autumn/Winter '25 tour,
solidifying their position as a formidable force in the rock
world.
García
are a four-piece band forged in London in 2025, channelling
classic rock & roll energy into something sharp, modern and
cinematic. Fronted by vocalist and guitarist Carlos García, the
line-up features Filipp Krisan on drums,
Stephen
Wood
on bass, and Ryota Saito on
keys
– four musicians from different
back grounds
locked in.
First appearing with their DIY
demo “Everything
You
Want” in December
2024, García introduced
themselves with a
raw
snapshot of where the band
began.
Since then, their sound and
image have evolved fast. The band is now deep into work
on their debut record, a
collection of songs that look at modern life,
post-
lockdown
anxiety
and
the
strange
rush
of
being
young
in
a
city
that
never
slows
down.
Their shows around London and
beyond have already earned them a
reputation for high-energy
performances and growing grassroots
following.
2026 marks the start of a new
era for García. With a refreshed sound, a full
band
line-up and their debut record
on the
way,
they’re stepping out of the
demo years and
into the
spotlight.
The
Darker my Horizon combine the huge 80's stadium filler sound
with the techniques and power of their modern arena equivalent
to create a unique mix that encompasses everything from
foot-stomping in yer face rock anthems to heartfelt ballads, and
everything in-between. Their melodious and heartfelt music has
seen them cover the UK since their inception in 2015, as well as
jaunts into Europe (Czech Republic, France & Belgium).
4 unbelievably well received albums & an
E.P in just 7 years, and 100's a live shows make The Darker my
Horizon one of the busiest proudly independent rock bands in the
UK. Headlined iconic venues, been guests to platinum selling
artists and performed on festival stages with the biggest names
- both established and new - 2023 is looking to be their busiest
year yet.
With
a talent for reaching their audience with a fun show and poetic
lyrics, Bournemouth-born Mikey Ball & The Company really are
hard to ignore - bringing heart felt solos and hard hitting,
soul connecting rock, inspired by legends such as Bruce
Springsteen, Bryan Adams and The Gaslight Anthem.
With festival appearances at Call of The
Wild and HRH, alongside opening sets for The Hot One Two, These
Wicked Rivers, Collateral and Blue Nation, they're fast becoming
firm favourites and a performance not to be missed.
DEPARTED
are a UK rock band known for their powerful songwriting, dynamic
live performances and unwavering independent spirit. Over the
years, the band has shared stages with some of rock’s most
respected names, including Status Quo, Michael Schenker,
Inglorious, Big Country, Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons, The
Darkness, Graham Bonnet Band and many more.
The band has performed at leading UK
festivals including Download festival, Bloodstock, Planet
Rockstock, Hard Rock Hell, Giants of Rock and Looe Music
Festival, while also taking their music overseas to new
audiences. A standout moment came when DEPARTED were selected as
the sole support act for Michael Schenker’s UK tour, culminating
in a performance at London’s iconic Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
DEPARTED’s latest music reflects the
band’s continued evolution, pairing memorable hooks and powerful
melodies with deeply personal storytelling. Their recent single,
Never, highlights the band’s ability to tackle universal themes
with authenticity and conviction, further establishing DEPARTED
as a rising force in contemporary British rock.
James Kennedy and The Underdogs are a 4 piece alt rock band from
South Wales including James Kennedy (vocals), Jack Davies
(Guitar), Elliott Blake (Bass) and Agnieszka Nowicka (Drums).
Formed in 2023 by solo artist, best selling author, former
Kyshera frontman and host of The James Kennedy Podcast, James
Kennedy. Their debut album is Make Anger Great Again which the
band have performed extensively since their inception to high
praise in the music press. Their alt rock sound is firmly rooted
in the spirit of punk rock and their lyrics go head on into
political and social issues, mental health and empowerment. The
bands highly energetic and anarchic live shows are always
captivating, unpredictable and great fun. The Underdogs features
former and existing members of Kane'D, The Kennedy Soundtrack,
Kyshera and Ravenbreed and will be releasing new music in 2026
alongside lots (and lots) more touring.
"Formed
in 2023, Revenant brings a huge rock sound with a southern spin,
their debut EP 'What A Time To Be Alive' was released to
critical acclaim in May 2024. The band are making waves on the
live circuit having wowed at shows and festivals alike including
Firevolt, all reflected in their live album release ‘What A Time
To Be Live’ with Backseat Mafia stating “One of the best guitar
releases of the year” and Powerplay Magazine enthusing “One of
most refreshing and exciting sounds around”. With such
accolades, the southern UK rockers might just become your
favourite new band. Never
ones to disappoint, Revenant are bringing their message to the
masses that this isn’t just a bit of fun. This is real life with
stories of hope, love and life, the good, the bad and the ugly
and will be releasing music and touring throughout 2025."
IzenGard
are a Progressive Symphonic Metal band who were formed and based
in the UK. Late in 2019, the band were delighted to sign a 3
album contract with German record label Massacre Records, a
subsidiary of Nuclear Blast, and a significant mover and shaker
in the Rock, Metal and Symphonic genres.
The first two singles released from the
album recordings, “Love Me” and “She Comes Alive” were released
in November 2019, with the debut album “Angel Heart” closely
following on December 6th 2019. A showcase gig supporting NWoBHM
icons DEMON was arranged for the Eleven venue in Stoke-on-Trent
– in fact, the album was recorded at Demon’s studio.
Everything was set for the band to move
forward through 2020, seeking further promo gigs and tours – the
band was even short listed for a support slot with German rock
legends HELLOWEEN. Unfortunately, as we all know, the world had
other plans, and ground to a halt in the Covid pandemic from
March 2020. The music industry was in lockdown.
By the end of the pandemic 2022 early
2023, things had changed, with a couple of members re-focussing
their lives, and stepping down from the band. The record label
was fantastic, being very supportive during this dilemma,
advising IzenGard to take their time, regroup and choose
suitable replacements.
The hunt was on!
After exhaustive auditions, two great
guys were chosen to fill the lead singer and drummer slots. Both
are fully committed to the band and the contract the band has
with Massacre Records.
The band are now in the process of
finalizing the songs to record the band’s second album with a
planned release early 2025. They have supported Graham Oliver
and have just finished supporting Canadian metal legends Anvil
on their UK 2024 tour with the new line up to a terrific
response and are now actively seeking a Booking Agent and
Promoters to help take them to the next level.
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