Interview: Long Night - December 2024
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Interview with Østen Vige Bergøy (vocals) and Tommy Olsson (guitar) from Long Night
At the beginning of October, we here in Leeds were treated to two awesome wonders from the land of Vikings and perpetual sunrise - I am of course talking about Norway. One of these was a spectacular light show in the sky, the other was a spectacular live show at the Lending Room. The long running premier goth night: Carpe Noctum was celebrating its 25th anniversary and LONG NIGHT were the headline act. LONG NIGHT are a three-piece band from Stavanger in Norway… consisting of Østen Vige Bergøy (THE MORENDOES, TRISTANA) on vocals and both Tommy Olsson (THE MORENDOES, THEATRE OF TRAGEDY, ELUSIVE) and Arnie Sørlie (DESSPO) on guitar. Together they produce an etheric sound that is simultaneously slightly melancholy but melodious, with a slight 60s vibe… Darkwave Goth meets Jim Morrison. It was my first time hearing the band, but I was so impressed that I intercepted Østen after the gig, to request an interview. A couple of weeks later, I had the pleasure of chatting to Østen and Tommy, one Sunday afternoon, from their native Norway. We were joined on the Zoom call by a very special guest: Tommy’s incredibly laid-back cat, Sherlock!
Live Review: Deichkind - Dortmund 2024
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Westfalenhalle, Dortmund, Germany7th December 2024
Deichkind - “Kids in meinem Alter 2024 Tour”
A children’s birthday party for adults. That’s how DEICHKIND describe their concerts. Last Saturday in the Westfalenhalle in Dortmund, they showed just how right they are. But it didn’t really want to fill up. And indeed: the hall was far from sold out. Of course, it was most crowded in the inner area. That made sense, because DEICHKIND fans know that the band gets up close and personal with the fans inside during the course of the evening. But even there it was quite spacious at the back. In the upper level, however, there was even more space. In total, the Westfalenhalle was probably 2/3 full. Did this have any negative impact on the concert? Not at all.
Gallery: Sodom - Markneukirchen 2024
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Musikhalle Markneukirchen, Markneukirchen, Germany7th December 2024
Sodom meets Tankard - Support: Factory Inside
The concert evening in the MUSIKHALLE Markneukirchen was opened by FACTORY INSIDE from Klingenthal. They were able to win over the audience very quickly with their Metal / Hardcore sound. If you don’t know them yet, you should definitely check out their social media channels and listen to them! Then TANKARD took the stage. 42 years and the band is still great fun live! SODOM as headliner were celebrated by the audience. Onkel Tom had put together a nice set list with songs from the entire history of the band. It was once again a brilliant evening in the Markneukirchen music hall, which clearly deserves a permanent place in the annual concert schedule of every Heavy Metal fan!
Live Review: League Of Distortion - Berlin 2024
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Cassiopeia, Berlin, Germany6th December 2024
League Of Distortion - “Galvanize Tour 2024”
LEAGUE OF DISTORTION, one of Modern Metal’s most exciting rising stars, brought their “Galvanize Tour 2024” to Berlin’s Cassiopeia on December 6. The German band, formed during the COVID-19 pandemic by vocalist Anna “Ace” Brunner and guitarist Jim “Arro” Müller, has quickly gained recognition for their empowering lyrics and genre-defying sound. Promoting their sophomore album ‘Galvanize’, the night was an energetic celebration of resilience and rebellion. Unfortunately, I arrived just in time for the main act, as illness prevented me from catching the supporting band, ANGRA, whose progressive Power Metal set was said to energize the crowd earlier that evening.
Live Review: Nik Kershaw - Berlin 2024
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Columbiatheater, Berlin, Germany4th December 2024
Nik Kershaw - “The 1984 Tour”
British Pop icon NIK KERSHAW brought his “1984 Tour” to Berlin’s Columbiahalle, celebrating the 40th anniversary of his breakthrough albums, ‘Human Racing’ and ‘The Riddle’. Known for his intricate songwriting, stellar musicianship, and hits that defined an era, Kershaw delivered an unforgettable evening by performing both albums in full. The show was a time capsule of 80s brilliance, brought to life by Kershaw’s masterful performance and deep connection with the audience.
Live Review: UB40 - Berlin 2024
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Columbiahalle, Berlin, Germany4th December 2024
UB40 - “UB45 Tour”
As part of their “UB45 Tour”, legendary British reggae band UB40 made a stop at Berlin’s Columbiahalle to celebrate their 45th anniversary. The evening was a testament to the band’s enduring legacy, as they performed a mix of classics and fresh material from their latest album, ‘UB45’. Known for their chart-topping hits like ‘Red Red Wine’ and ‘(I Can’t Help) Falling in Love With You’, UB40 showcased their ability to bring both nostalgia and innovation to the stage, capturing the spirit of reggae and pop for a multigenerational audience.
