Music

From rising local bands to legendary venues, explore the heartbeat of North Shields’ music scene. Discover interviews, reviews, and stories from the people and places making noise on the coast.

Talk In TERNS: Introducing a New Event Focused on Living Culture

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In an age dominated by digital noise and social media polarisation, a quiet but powerful initiative is bubbling up in North Shields, reminding us...

The Architect of A Stone’s Throw Festival: An Interview with Ant Thompson

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Ant Thompson captured by David Hall @nostalgia_kid

A Stone’s Throw Festival is more than just a date on the music calendar; for many, it's the undisputed highlight of the North East's cultural year. The quality of the event and the sheer joy it delivers are so reliable that I, like many others, make a point of securing an 'early bird' ticket the instant they drop - often months ahead of the official line-up announcement. This pre-emptive commitment speaks volumes about the festival's inherent quality and the profound trust the audience places in its visionary founder.

Live Music Line-Up Announced for North Shields Vintage Market

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Live Music to Soundtrack the Day at North Shields Vintage Market At the I Love North Shields Vintage Market | Handpicked. Reimagined., music will run...

Black Rain: Sunderland’s dark post-punk trio building serious momentum

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There is something happening in the North East’s alternative music scene, and Black Rain are right in the middle of it. Emerging from Sunderland with...

Press Release | I Love North Shields Launches New Vintage Market Celebrating Community, Creativity and Reuse

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Press Release | I Love North Shields Launches New Vintage Market Celebrating Community, Creativity and Reuse. A new community-led vintage market is set to take place in North Shields this April, bringing together local traders, creatives and residents for a day centred around sustainability, style and shared stories. I Love North Shields Vintage Market: Handpicked. Reimagined. will take place on Sunday 26 April 2026 at Salt Market Social, running from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Founded by the community platform I Love North Shields, the event has been carefully curated to showcase around 50 independent vintage traders and creatives, alongside live music, photography, and a full day of activity designed to bring people together. The market celebrates the growing movement towards reuse and conscious consumption, while also shining a light on North Shields’ evolving creative scene and independent businesses. Alongside vintage stalls, visitors can take part in interactive experiences throughout the day. Highlights include a Dress Up Corner, where people can try on vintage pieces from the 1930s to the 1960s, explore personal style, and capture their own photos — adding a playful and immersive element to the event.

North Shields Pop-Punk Band Burnout Release Debut Single “Dead to Me”

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Fast-rising North Shields pop-punk band Burnout are set to release their debut single “Dead to Me” this April, marking the next step for a...

A ROMAN INVASION: FILMING ‘LITTLE CAESAR’ IN NORTH SHIELDS

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Back in November, Manchester indie singer Seb Lowe and his band visited North Shields for the first time, spending two days in town whilst they filmed their latest music video. The project was being produced by local company Crew Gal, alongside students from their ‘Get on Set’ video production course. As a former Crew Gal student, I was fortunate enough to be hired as ‘artist liaison’ on this video, which in simple terms means looking after the band!

Sam Fender makes surprise appearance as Pirates raise funds for MND in North Shields

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The Pirates reunite for a Team Janine charity fundraiser at King Street Social Club - with a surprise appearance from Sam Fender (image credit: ILNS)

A sold-out reunion by The Pirates at King Street Social became a powerful tribute to Janine Turnbull, raising vital funds for Motor Neurone Disease research. Led by her husband John, Team Janine has already raised £45,000 in her memory — and the night carried that mission forward. With emotional performances, community solidarity and a surprise appearance from Sam Fender, the event proved this was more than a gig — it was a declaration of lasting love and defiant hope.

Sam Fender’s Official Number 1 and the North Shields walk that shaped him

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Sam Fender and the musical score to Hypersonic Missiles outside North East Snooker Centre on Queen Alexandra Road (image credit: ILNS)

Sam Fender has landed another Official Number 1, putting North Shields back in the national spotlight. Explore the hometown landmarks, lyrics and local venues that shaped his rise from Tyneside teen to chart-topping artist.

Lindisfarne return to The Exchange — and the North Shields story behind the band

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Lindisfarne band perform at The Exchange (Image credit: ILNS)

North East favourites Lindisfarne returned to North Shields last weekend, bringing their story full circle. From local blues outfits to chart success, founder Rod Clements began his journey in the town that shaped the band’s sound. With classics like Meet Me on the Corner and enduring anthem Fog on the Tyne, their music still resonates today — even inspiring artists such as Sam Fender. Decades on, the roots remain unmistakably North Shields.

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Every Picture Tells a Story by Keith Bruce “I went to The Boro the morrow…” So the nonsense rhyme goes. I always thought this was...
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