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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.
North Shields’ next generation of music stars may already be stepping into the spotlight. At Salt Market Social’s intimate Loading Bay gig, Steve Willis’ youth showcases are proving that teenage talent is anything but amateur. From soulful soloist Sam Iduorobo to the swaggering, original sounds of headliners The Paradimes, four young acts delivered performances brimming with confidence, personality and serious promise. Not just “good for their age,” these are musicians finding their voice — and their audience. If history has taught us anything, it’s that today’s showcase could be tomorrow’s headline act.
We recall three days of music, memories and tartan as fans from the UK and beyond gathered at King Street Club for the Tyneside Americana Blues Festival finale in North Shields.
800 Years – Here We Are” explores the music, stories and spirit of North Shields through artists like Liam Fender, Ray Laidlaw, Hector Gannet, Man Power and DJ Schak. A raw, powerful documentary capturing the town’s identity and creative rise during NS800.
Discover why the Fishnet Tavern has become one of North Shields’ most beloved community pubs. From weekly quiz nights and open-mic sessions to Try Tag Newcastle, drag nights, live music and local sponsorships — here’s how Chris and Calum built a true community hub on the Fish Quay.
A haunting new release from North Shields’ own Necronoise. “Casket Crawler” blends cinematic synths and horror-inspired beats in a Darkwave collaboration with Dead by Dawn.
A North Shields Story That Hits Home When the words “And the winner of the 2025 Mercury Prize is… Sam Fender!” echoed through Newcastle’s Utilita...
Social Youth Cult, Newcastle’s rising post-punk band, release their debut album “Lighthouse” — a dark, driving mix of Joy Division, Bauhaus, and Killing Joke influences. Catch them at Whitby Goth Weekend and The Lubber Fiend this autumn.
When my late mother, Veronica, answered an Amber Films advert in the 1980s, she never imagined how much those North Shields singalongs would change her life. From the smoky nights of the New Clarendon pub to cassette recordings capturing forgotten songs, characters, and the warmth of Shields community spirit, this story revisits a lost world. Featuring connections to Amber’s iconic dramas like Shields Stories and In Fading Light, and even a German film crew’s visit, the tapes reveal both laughter and poignancy. As I press play nearly forty years later, voices rise again — reminding us of a time when everyday folk filled local pubs with music, humour, and camaraderie. This is more than history: it’s a community memory waiting to be rediscovered.
From a chance encounter on an online musicians' forum, to the release of their highly anticipated debut album ‘Remember!,’ Brindle's Manse have forged a unique sound that defies easy categorisation. Hailing from diverse backgrounds—Florida, Ukraine, and Northumberland —the band's journey is a testament to the power of shared musical tastes and a passion for creating something truly original. Their distinctive blend of angular guitar, jazz-infused drums, and captivating vocals has carved out a loyal following, proving that in a world saturated with digital music, there's still a strong appetite for authentic, engaging live performances and tangible releases.
Thanks to John Peacock, I had the massive pleasure of visiting Red to see Ben Ottewell, Healy and Luke Porter. With a theatre and recording studio, Red is a recently opened multi-purpose...