Live Reviews

Young Fathers, Confidence Man and Jockstrap are standouts at an emphatically nice Green Man 2023

Quite possibly your favourite artist’s favourite festival.

23rd August 2023, 10:00am

A hedonistic whirlwind of empathetic tears and unrivalled joy engulfs boygenius’ giant Gunnersbury Park show

The trio sit atop a rising spring of pure self-acceptance; powerful yet vulnerable and immeasurably relatable.

22nd August 2023, 11:19am

Heavy rain doesn’t dampen spirits at an indie-heavy Y Not 2023

It's a weekend packed with indie anthems past, present and future.

2nd August 2023, 4:50pm

Mark Ronson closes out Montreux Jazz Festival with a bespoke show that echoes the spirit of a truly unique event

Now in its 57th year, the Swiss soiree is still operating in a niche of its own.

18th July 2023, 11:27am

Wet Leg, Yard Act and local talent battle the heat at Pohoda 2023

An idyllic weekend in a beautiful part of the world… tarmac ‘n’ all.

17th July 2023, 1:27pm

Years & Years, Liam Gallagher & more bring Mad Cool 2023 to a triumphant close

Red Hot Chili Peppers headlined the final day of this year's Madrid festival.

12th July 2023, 2:42pm

Lana Del Rey reaches living legend status (and gets to finish her set) at London’s British Summer Time

What follows is a sweeping ninety-minute journey through the discography of a bonafide living legend.

11th July 2023, 4:07pm

Wembley Stadium becomes a ball of infectious energy for Blur’s biggest moments yet

It’s a two-hour reminder of just how they earned their place at the top.

10th July 2023, 5:59pm

Muse channel early fury while Arctic Monkeys, Queens of the Stone Age and Iggy Pop continue legacies at Rock Werchter 2023

Meanwhile relative newcomers Sam Fender, Nova Twins and Militarie Gun also impress.

10th July 2023, 5:08pm

The stuff of legend: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band at their second Hyde Park headline

Last time Bruce Springsteen played Hyde Park, his set overran and organisers cut the power as he stood on stage with Paul McCartney. This time around, The Boss ensured that nothing fell short.

10th July 2023, 3:43pm

Bon Iver & Japanese Breakfast dazzle against a stunning Italian backdrop for La Prima Estate 2023

Nas also headlined an eclectic line-up including performances from Alt-J, Lana Del Rey and more.

8th July 2023, 4:17pm

Sam Smith reigns supreme on second day of Mad Cool 2023

Queens of the Stone Age also offered up a hefty slab of their brooding rock at the Madrid weekender.

8th July 2023, 3:00pm

Robbie Williams is the greatest showman at Mad Cool 2023’s opening day

Lizzo, Lil Nas X and Nova Twins were also major highlights of the Madrid festival's first day.

7th July 2023, 5:36pm

Pulp cement their legacy as one-of-a-kind national treasures at Finsbury Park

With Wet Leg and Baxter Dury in support, it’s an evening of idiosyncratic joy on offer.

6th July 2023, 11:09am

Lizzo, Kendrick Lamar and Young Fathers steal the show at a hip hop heavy Open’er

5th July 2023, 12:11pm

Matty Healy addresses recent backlash at The 1975’s long-awaited Finsbury Park headline set

Within an undeniable set of bangers, it was a notably tense moment that encapsulates the current mood around the band.

3rd July 2023, 5:54pm

Jamie T creates intimacy at London’s 40,000-strong Finsbury Park

A show for the books which sees the singer-songwriter's legacy dipped in bronze.

3rd July 2023, 4:07pm

Yard Act, Heartworms and others provide highlights at Bristol’s sunny Dot To Dot festival

We've partnered with the festival's sponsor Super Bock to bring you a full report from the event.

29th June 2023, 10:04am

Elton John’s Glastonbury 2023 headline set is a true lesson in greatness

His Pyramid Stage appearance is less a goodbye, more a celebration of one artist’s place in pop canon.

28th June 2023, 11:31am

Queens of the Stone Age bring Glastonbury 2023 to a mighty close

CMAT, Nova Twins and Lil Nas X also provided show-stopping turns on the festival's final day.

27th June 2023, 11:00am

Rina Sawayama, Lizzo & Lana Del Rey are the true triumphs of Saturday at Glastonbury 2023

The Last Dinner Party, Jockstrap and Maggie Rogers also shone bright on the scorching day.

25th June 2023, 5:00pm

Arctic Monkeys close Friday of Glastonbury 2023 with a near-flawless setlist

Carly Rae Jepsen, Warpaint and Foo Fighters' (not so) surprise set were also highlights of the festival's first full day.

24th June 2023, 4:17pm

Jessica Winter and Miss Tiny pack out London’s Paper Dress Vintage for a celebratory evening with SON Estrella Galicia

The Spanish beermakers also kept guests fed and watered all night with a specially curated food and drink menu.

19th June 2023, 4:17pm

Arctic Monkeys’ triumphant Emirates Stadium show proves there’s no venue too big for this century’s finest British band

Playing to 180,000 people over three nights, it's as dominant a turn as they come.

19th June 2023, 3:34pm