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.

Live at Red: Ben Ottewell, Healy and Luke Porter

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Ben Ottewell, Healy and Luke Porter black and white

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...

New electronic label launch: Kryptic Communications

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Image showing green lazers. Kryptic Communications

A new specialist electronic music label, Kryptic Communications, is due to launch in North Shields in October. Kryptic Communications will be focusing on vinyl releases,...

DJ Schak returns to North Tyneside to inspire local youth

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Image: DJ Schak and YMCA North Tyneside Youth Group

Global music star, DJ Schak, visits YMCA North Tyneside to share powerful messages about passion, hard work, and pursuing what you love. Global music star DJ Schak...

AJ Potter North Shields Musician on Sobriety, Loss and Debut Album ‘The Coin

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musician AJ Potter

From battling alcoholism and grief to finding healing through music, AJ Potter’s journey has led to the creation of his debut album ‘The Coin’ and a new chapter of resilience.

Jed Grimes: A lifetime of music and a new chapter at Seven Stars

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Black and white photo of Jed Grimes playing acoustic guitar

A figure deeply embedded in the tapestry of the North East folk music scene, Jed Grimes possesses a narrative as rich and varied as...

Baba Yaga’s Café and Bar

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Staff at Baba Yaga from left to right: Madé, Jack, Gabby and Kester.

The eclectic heartbeat of North Shields' creative scene. In the ever-evolving landscape of independent music and art venues, Baba Yaga’s in North Shields stands out...

Kraken Waker Exclusive Interview

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Kraken Waker

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The Songwriter Circle

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The Songwriter Circle

The Songwriter Circle is a new stage for original voices at The Engine Room. The Songwriter Circle, is a new initiative taking centre stage...

Aaron Duff of Hector Gannet on home, heritage and North Shields

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Aaron Duff portrait photography by Megan Ramsey

Exclusive interview | Aaron Duff of Hector Gannet on North Shields 800, his grandad’s fishing past, local music roots & why Shields will always be home.

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