Sarah got together with Kaz (Follow Your Dreams) and Big Hands (Knife Club) to recount the highs and lows of Manchester Punk Fest 2022. Featuring all the bands we fell in love with, including Nosebleed, Snatch Game, Random Hand, Electric Press, Fatalist, Going Off, Forever Unclean, NEXO, Sewer Cats, Smoking Gives You Big Tits, Corrupt Vision, PMX and heaps more.
Memories of Manchester Punk Festival 2022
Sarah's personal write up of Manchester Punk Fest 2022, giving you the behind-the-scenes perspective. Featuring bands like A Wilhelm Scream, Svalbard and Random Hand, lots of running around and happy tears - the little moments you want to remember for years to come.
Podcast: Derrick Johnston from Make-That-A-Take Records
Scottish DIY legend Derrick Johnston shares some wisdom and some love for our flourishing punk scene.
Shout Louder Fest in Manchester Announced!
We are proud to announce the first ever Shout Louder Fest!
Festival Review: Dugstock 2 @ New Cross Inn, London [30/03 – 01/04/2018]
Umlaut Recond second annual showcase weekedender was a blast, with bands like Counterpunch, The Murderburgers and Crazy Arm.
Top 10 Moments of Manchester Punk Festival 2018
MPF 2018 was a special weekend for reasons beyond just the music. Sarah's rounded up her personal highlights from the festival.
Shout Louder Podcast #4: Manchester Punk Festival Special
Mark and Sarah discuss all things MPF 2018 including insider tips and line-up clashes, plus we announce the Wotsit Called Fest headliner!
Post-Gig Reflections from a Promoter Who’s Prone to Panic Attacks
A brutally honest account of the anxiety and stress that comes with putting on a punk gig.
Gig Review: Darko’s Bonsai Mammoth Anniversary Bonanza @ The Boileroom
Featuring: Actionmen, PMX, Drones, Fair Do's, The Affect Heuristic and many more!
Gig Guide: Bands You Need To See In February
February has a landslide of shows to bust you out of your January drought in style!