Celebrating its tenth anniversary, Leicester’s Summer Sundae had festivalgoers endure rain to see Seasick Steve, Slow Club and The Megaphonic Thrift on day one.

The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band / Bob Log III / Condo Fucks
Three acts with back stories to tell. But do their records get past the gimmicks? Ro Cemm reviews new releases from Condo Fucks, Bob Log III and The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band.

Neil Young, Fleet Foxes, Seasick Steve confirmed for Hard Rock Calling
Hard Rock Calling organisers confirmed today that the headliner for Saturday 27 June in Hyde Park, London will be Neil Young. Appearing alongside shakey will be Fleet Foxes, Ben Harper, Seasick Steve and The Pretenders.

Lock up your TV, the BRITS are coming!
Ah, the Brit awards. That bastion of musical knowledge has finally rolled round once again. Ash Akhtar dissects this years nominees.
Joe Gideon & The Shark album news, tour with Seasick Steve
The brother/sister duo that everyone will be talking about come the end of 2009 have announced a March 9th release for their debut album ‘Harum Scarum’. Catch the band next week when they tour with Seasick Steve. Details inside.
Seasick Steve – I Started Off With Nothin’ And I Still Got Most of It Left
Now more than ever, Seasick Steve’s tales of drinking, the freedom of the open road, love and loyalty are resonating with the general populous. Ro Cemm reviews.
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