March 9, 2010 | Posted by Dan Renton 
We’re very pleased to be able to add the ten track debut album from Nonpology to our Downloads page. Fans of Chevelle, Exit Ten, Killswitch Engage & The Swift should start downloading Without Regret or Reservation immediately! Continue Reading »
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March 9, 2010 | Posted by Dan Renton 
This Gallery is by Tim Churchill (tim-churchill.com). Taken at Chords, Poole on Thursday 4th March 2010. Bands featured – (həd) p.e., Attila and Maniacal Edge. All photography copyright of Tim Churchill. Continue Reading »
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March 8, 2010 | Posted by Dan Renton 
Grunge fans take note. Taking place Friday 12th March at Champions, Bournemouth is the very first ‘C/O’ night. That C/O stands for Covers/Originals. This week you can see Brothers Grimmer, Muddy Miles and Nion Abeo performing not just their own material but your favourite 90’s Seattle scene tracks too. The event launches the debut album from headliners Brothers Grimmer and also raises awareness for the The National Autistic Society. All proceeds of the night will go to this worthy cause. Continue Reading »
Categories: Forthcoming Events, Local News, Music Video | Tags: Bournemouth, Brothers Grimmer, Champions, Charity, Dorset, Grunge, Muddy Miles, NAS, National Autistic Society, Nion Abeo | No Comments »
March 7, 2010 | Posted by Dan Renton 
I enter the O2 Academy Bournemouth to find an already bustling room. With The Noisettes becoming familiar at the high end of the UK charts, it’s not surprising. The first support act of the night Tinashe had already finished their set and I was looking forward to seeing Tiffany Page – the real reason I’m here tonight.
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March 3, 2010 | Posted by Dan Renton 
Getting hold of music from local bands is now that much easier with our Download Page. Kicking things off we have two Demo EPs – Rapids! and The Neon Tigers. Both bands had a Dorset Rock Online Track of The Week and those songs; The Elitist and Out Of Control, feature amongst those available. Over the coming weeks the page will get a bit of a polish and some additions so keep your eyes peeled or join our Facebook page to get notifications.
Navigate to the Downloads Page using the tabs across the top of the site or hitting this link here.
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March 2, 2010 | Posted by Dan Renton 
It’s just been announced that Lostprophets have added two extra dates to their UK tour and will play The O2 Academy Bournemouth in April. Info and ticket link below. Continue Reading »
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March 1, 2010 | Posted by Daniel Roberts 
It seems that my bad timekeeping was both a blessing and a curse on this night. On one hand it meant that I missed both of the support bands. It was a shame because I had heard good things about both LostAlone and Street Drum Corps and I always like to check out the support. However, when I walked into the hall where 30 Seconds To Mars (3OSTM) were due to play, it was already packed. There was an atmosphere in the room that I’ve not felt at a Bournemouth gig (let alone the BIC) in a long time. I was actually excited at this point!
Opening behind a curtain with the first track Escape from their new album This Is War the first couple of things that struck me were how good a drummer Shannon Leto is. The man can certainly hold a beat. The stage show that was set up for the band was outstanding, they had a superb lighting show. The screens behind them were later used to play promo videos and other animations throughout the rest of their set. Very impressive! Continue Reading »
Categories: Gig Review | Tags: 30 Seconds To Mars, Bands, BIC, Bournemouth, Dorset, Live Music, Rock | 1 Comment »
February 27, 2010 | Posted by Dan O'Gara 
Most bands have a song that put them in the public eye and they hate having to play it all the time. Lemmy from Motorhead hates the Ace Of Spades and Slash isn’t too keen on Sweet Child O Mine. Marillion refuse even to play Kayleigh (or any Fish era tunes) but these bands are an exception, as most know that it’s the fans that buy the records and it’s the fans that want to hear THAT song. I can’t imagine AC/DC not playing Whole Lotta Rosie or Metallica not playing Enter Sandman and so I would expect that a lot of folks went to the O2 to see Europe and to hear the song that catapulted them to stardom - The Final Countdown. Continue Reading »
Categories: Gig Review | Tags: Bands, Diamond Head, Dorset, Europe, Live Music, O2 Academy, Rock, rock celebrities, Rock Music | No Comments »
February 25, 2010 | Posted by Dan Renton 
I asked singer Matt Holliday about the track. Continue Reading »
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