Natalie O'Dell

Can a new festival fill the void left by V Festival? State Fayre makes a compelling case.

At a time of growing division, Tamikrest proved that music can still unite across borders, cultures and languages.

As the night ended, what lingered was Shy FX’s enduring ability to constantly regenerate the dnb and jungle scene, keeping alive a sound that resonates deeply with both original ravers and newer generations alike

Effortless and immersive, Channel One prove exactly why they’ve endured for over four decades.

Suede erupted onto the stage with a vitality that belied the tour’s halfway mark. At Norwich’s LCR, nostalgia and goth-tinged reinvention collided in a set that proved they’re still gloriously unpredictable.