Northeast Music Guide

It’s the snazzy new must-have, like a suddenly-fashionable uncle’s jumper, or a recyclable cup of skinny chai latte - without further ado, freshly packaged from the conveyor belt this morning, please be upstanding for: Hot Off The Press EP Available on Bandcamp as MP3 or limited edition CD on 30th April Peculiar Disco Moves leave no stone unturned in their quest for pop’s crown of idiosyncrasy, with the release of ‘Hot Off The Press’, a foray into the world of lost identity, fallen heroes and where-are-they-now’s. The EP will be available to purchase via Peculiar Disco Moves' Bandcamp page. The launch gig is yet to be organised but the band have been asked to play Stockton Calling festival on the 4th April. Breaking News has had airplay on BBC Tees by Bob Fischer and from Nick Roberts with a session at BBC Newcastle. There will be a special promotional video for lead track Breaking News, so the band ask you to keep your eyes peeled and your mind open... The overriding t...

Gateshead Beer & Music Festival   -based at Gateshead Rugby club in Low fell, is now in it's 6th year and runs from Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd May 2015. What initially started off as a small festival has quickly grown into one of the largest of its kind in the north of England and is now a must on the local festival calendar.   Andy Bourn said " We have a varied music programme over the 3 days of the festival! We always ensure the bill is an eclectic mix covering all genres of music to suit all tastes"   After a barnstorming debut last year, we are excited to announce that local boys and national Soul & Funk sensations Smoove & Turrell are back to headline the opening night of this year’s festival. In their short time together the boys have gathered national acclaim for their brand of music .  Festival highlights include Kendal Calling, Glastonbury and 6Music’s homecoming gig for long time S&T supporter Craig Charles in Liverpoo...