I adore the landscapes of Hester Berry and you can see her new show ‘Where The Light Falls’ at The Biscuit Factory in Newcastle. I love this painting that is pictured (entitled ‘Lynton, New Year’s Eve’). That mark making is so divine and redolent of a…

In 2026, the UK Subs aren't just a legacy act; they are the living, breathing heart of British punk. See them in Sunderland this April. While many of their 1977 contemporaries have long since disbanded or transitioned into polished heritage tours, the …

The second album from this Tyneside nine-piece sees them dialling up their “viper jazz” sound for an exuberant release that pushes old-timey swing into some new and ecstatic pastures. ‘Ice Cream for Breakfast’ is real kick-your-heels-off and party stuff (…