Michael Barron

Michael first began writing whilst studying at university; reviewing the latest releases and live gigs. He has since contributed to the Fortean Times as well as other publications. Michael’s musical tastes vary from Indie to psychedelic, folk and dubstep.
ALBUM REVIEW: English Teacher – This Could Be Texas

ALBUM REVIEW: English Teacher – This Could Be Texas

English Teacher's debut album, This Could Be Texas, may lack direct references to its titular state, but it offers a…

2 weeks ago

LIVE REVIEW: James Blunt at The Royal Albert Hall

James Blunt's legacy extends far beyond his music, showcasing a remarkable journey marked by extraordinary achievements. From earning his pilot's…

2 weeks ago

LIVE REVIEW: Young Fathers at The Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

Young Fathers, the award-winning Scottish group, delivered a captivating headline performance at the Royal Albert Hall as part of the…

1 month ago

LIVE REVIEW: Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds at Royal Albert Hall

The 24th year of Teenage Cancer Trust marks a poignant moment as Roger Daltrey, CBE, from The Who, prepares to…

1 month ago

LIVE REVIEW: Sonique + Baby D + Rozalla at Royal Festival Hall, London

When an event is advertised featuring "Sonique + Baby D + Rozalla," it's natural to expect a joint headliner showcase…

1 month ago

LIVE REVIEW: Grace Petrie at Islington Assembly Hall

At the Islington Assembly Hall, the typical struggle of support acts to garner a full audience was refreshingly absent. Just…

1 month ago

ALBUM REVIEW: Starsailor – Where the Wild Things Grow

Starsailor, a band born from chance encounters at Wigan College, may not be a quintessential Wigan-based group, but their legacy…

2 months ago

LIVE REVIEW: Seth Lakeman at Union Chapel

The burgeoning association of the term "DIY" with artists reflects the escalating challenges posed by soaring costs, reliance on streaming…

2 months ago

LIVE REVIEW: BRITs Week for War Child presents Sleaford Mods at Scala, London

The BRITs Week live event featuring Sleaford Mods marked a remarkable evening at a small grassroots venue with a 2,000…

2 months ago

LIVE REVIEW: BRITs Week for War Child presents Keane

Charity gigs can showcase well-established acts in intimate venues, typically too small to meet the fervent demands of fans. XS…

2 months ago

ALBUM REVIEW: MGMT – Loss of Life

In 2007, MGMT burst into the mainstream with a youthful vision and a strategic resolve to avoid the pitfalls of…

2 months ago

LIVE REVIEW: The Go! Team at Camden Roundhouse

Amid numerous peculiar predictions for 2024, this year also commemorates two decades since the mid-noughties era. Specifically, it marks the…

3 months ago

ALBUM REVIEW: Kula Shaker – Natural Magick

In 2022, Kula Shaker unveiled their most ambitious and thematic album, 1st Congregational Church of Eternal Love and Free Hugs.…

3 months ago

ALBUM REVIEW: Black Grape – Orange Head

A lot has changed since Black Grape released their last LP, Pop Voodoo. Shaun Ryder was diagnosed with ADHD in…

3 months ago

LIVE REVIEW: Patrick Wolf at EartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney)

With six LPs under his belt and having proved himself a master of rearrangements, Wolf, aka Patrick Denis Apps, had…

4 months ago

LIVE REVIEW: Skinny Lister at Lafayette, London

For too long now, a trend has emerged where people pay no interest to the support act or acts opening…

4 months ago

LIVE REVIEW: Jockstrap at the Barbican Centre

Having performed at Glastonbury and opened for Blur, Georgia Ellery and Taylor Skye, being Guildhall School of Music graduates, were…

5 months ago

LIVE REVIEW: Black Grape at Electric Ballroom, Camden

Despite initially splitting up after just five years in 1998, with several extended hiatus', Black Grape turned 30 this year.…

5 months ago

LIVE REVIEW: Van Morrison at Shepherds Bush Empire

Established artists and their managers over the last five years or so have agonised about how they will introduce new…

5 months ago

LIVE REVIEW: Bob Mould at The Garage, London

The revered cult status of Bob Mould is, in many respects, an enigma. Mould is best known for his work…

5 months ago