Louder Than War
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We believe in the power of Rock 'n' Roll. Louder Than War is a website dedicated to the pop culture wars. All views are our own.
Joined July 2010
A special unveiling took place in Leigh today of Buzzcocks singer/ songwriter Pete Shelley's blue plaque at his childhood home. Remembering Pete today and the music legacy he leaves behind.
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Liam Gallagher O2 Ritz Manchester - Louder Than War
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Andy Rourke dies at 59 ‘described as kind and beautiful soul by johnny marr ’ has passed away via @louderthanwar.
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Brian James RIP.Sorry to hear of the passing of the genius guitar player who formed The Damned and created punk rock. via @louderthanwar.
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Damo Suzuki RIP ‘ a free spirit who was like the ghost of music past and full of the brilliant possibilities of another time. ’.via @louderthanwar.
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Geordie Walker (Killing Joke) dead at 64 ‘ We are saddened to lose one of the great guitars players of our generation.’ via @louderthanwar.
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Pete Shelley : a personal appreciation by John Robb - Louder Than War
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Lana Del Rey: Chemtrails Over The Country Club | Louder Than War via @louderthanwar #lanadelray #universal.
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Showbiz survivors, performance artists, renaissance men, Russell and Ron Mael are the Gilbert & George of pop. And after 52 years, @sparksofficial have finally hit the big time by playing @RoyalAlbertHall #sparks #louderthanwar @TimCooperES #naomi_dsmith
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Liam Gallagher O2 Ritz Manchester - Louder Than War
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Palaye Royale - Single Review - You'll Be Fine @PalayeRoyale @johnrobb77 #palayeroyale #louderthanwar @tokyo_katie.
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Jolly Fuckers: Sleaford Mods Are Louder Than War’s Band Of The Decade.
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TV moment of the year? Bobby Gillespie refusing to dance on This Week - opinion piece - Louder Than War 'Bobby Gillespie’s stony faced glare tells you everything you need to know about the let them eat cake rich elite laughing at you.'
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Noel Gallagher’s new glamtastic single - thoughts? - Louder Than War
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Showbiz survivors, performance artists, renaissance men, Russell and Ron Mael are the Gilbert & George of pop. And after 52 years, @sparksofficial have finally hit the big time by playing @RoyalAlbertHall #sparks #louderthanwar @TimCooperES #naomi_dsmith
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The new @blurofficial album is the continuation of a story between best friends who can’t ignore the sheer power of what they have together.
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John Lydon scatters the ashes of fan \'Stuart\' onstage at PIL gig in Frome "This was actually a very moving moment and John treated it with equal reverence and humour, shows the quality of the man," .
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Wayne Kramer has died aged 75. Front man of The MC5 - Kick Out The Jams, Rambling Rose - We Salute You! x. @johnrobb77.
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The Cure 'Songs Of A Lost World' Album Review'.'5/5 for an album of elegiac, brooding masterpieces that deal with the heartbreak of loss with dark, masterful music dripping with melody, nuance and atmosphere.'. via @louderthanwar.
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.@Manics @O2RitzManc . They blessed a sold out Manchester crowd with an unforgettable setlist, filled with hits. #Manics
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Måneskin: O2 Academy Islington - live review by Jasmine Hodge. “…the room is suddenly lit up by every phone wanting to capture the frontman in all his glory.”. @ManeskinFanClub.
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In another show delayed by two years due to Covid, London finally gets to see @peterframpton come alive. #peterframpton #louderthanwar @musicalpix.
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Babymetal brought their unique blend of j-pop, metal and choreography to South London : Live review
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Peye Shelley : one of the greatest Britsh songwriters and key figure in punk rock and one of nicest musicians we have ever met RIP. God bless you Pete and thanks for everything
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Drummer Rick Buckler, best known for his work with The Jam passed away earlier today, 18th February 2025. @johnrobb77 @paulwellerHQ.
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Sparks, Manchester Albert Hall - Live Review ‘a masterpiece in performance and delivery.’ via @louderthanwar.
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Palaye Royale - Single Review - You'll Be Fine @PalayeRoyale @johnrobb77 #palayeroyale #louderthanwar @tokyo_katie.
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Steve Albini RIP ‘shocked to hear of death of friend and brilliant musician’ via @louderthanwar.
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Los Campesinos! - New Century Hall, Manchester – Live Review @LosCampesinos. “. both joyous and cathartic in equal parts.”.
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Ooh @adamlambert looking and sounding amazing singing ‘Starman’ loving the glitter and glam brightening up my day. #bowiejustforoneday.
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Dave Greenfield (The Stranglers) RIP 'We are devastated to learn that the greatest keyboard player in the history of rock music from the greatest band ever has died.' via @louderthanwar.
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Mickey Foote RIP : producer of the Clash first album and by extension inventor of the punk sound template RIP - Louder Than War
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Louder Than War writers pick the 21 best books of 2021. “If you haven’t yet read our favourites, now’s the time to check them out. And if you’re looking for xmas gifts, our list has everything you need!”.
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Puressence: Albert Hall, Manchester – Live Review @PuressenceManc . “. after such a prolonged absence, is more than a mere nostalgia trip, it is rebirth, a renaissance, a revelation.“ .
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.@blackveilbrides @MancAcademy.this week in review + 📷@mudkissphotos @anna_maslower @andyblack.#BlackVeilBrides #andyblack
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Alan Rankine (The Associates) dies at 63 ‘We are sorry to hear of the death of Alan Rankine, who was one half of the wonderful The Associates – the Dundee post-punk new pop band whose thrilling vision created stunning pop soundscapes’
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.@PalayeRoyale @WeAreTheHaunt @MancAcademy review @tokyo_katie + pix @mudkissphotos . "This is a band that is way more than just an aesthetic. ". #PalayeRoyale
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Beth Hart: Parr Hall Warrington – live review by @ClaireG1965 .📸 @mudkissphotos. “…such a rousing, life-affirming live experience.” . @BethHart.#BethHart
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What a beautiful and memorable night @RoyalAlbertHall celebrating Pete Shelley's life with @Buzzcocks ,+ Skids +@penetrationband + guests. Live review by Phil Ross and photo gallery @SvenjaBlock to follow soon. @johnrobb77
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Generation Sex: O2 Apollo, Manchester – Live Review by MK Bennett 📸 @mudkissphotos.@_generationsex .@tonyjamesworld .@BillyIdol . “. Hugely entertaining, a swansong for some, a new beginning for others, two sides of the same coin, energy intact.”.
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Red Rum Club: Live Rooms, Chester – live review by Dave Jennings @RedRumClub. “Their devoted audience are word-perfect on every song and belting out the choruses with gusto and there’s a real Health and Safety risk of drowning in the atmosphere. “.
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Barrie Masters RIP (Eddie And The Hot Rods) . ‘Formed in 1975 on Canvey Island Eddie And The Hots Rods were the youth wing of pub rock - a supercharged youthful gang of adrenalised droogs who gave that scene an electric shock of excitement‘
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The interview that sparked the Oasis reform stories…?.Noel Gallagher opens up in exclusive interview with LTW editor John Robb via @louderthanwar.
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Over the year we've reviewed close to 500 great albums, a mere scratch off the surface of all the wonderful music released. We discovered new artists and reacquainted ourselves with old heroes. And so here is the rundown of our Top 100 Albums Of 2022.
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.@PalayeRoyale @WeAreTheHaunt @MancAcademy review @tokyo_katie + pix @mudkissphotos . "This is a band that is way more than just an aesthetic. ". #PalayeRoyale
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Lloyd Cole: Union Chapel, London - Live Review.by Tom Parry @Lloyd_Cole . “. the voice, still rich, warm, velvety and - like putting on a favourite jacket from many years ago - cosy and comforting.“.
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Suede: Dog Man Star - 30th Anniversary Reissue Review via @louderthanwar @wayneacarey1970 @johnrobb77 @NigelCarrUK @suedeHQ.
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Miki Berenyi (Lush): Top Ten Influential Albums via @louderthanwar @johnrobb77 @NigelCarrUK @4AD_Official.
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Jan Oldenburg 'Manchester music legend and owner of Night and Day venue RIP'
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Jordan RIP - a tribute to the punk icon. So sad to hear the news of the death of the original and also a wonderful warm and funny person. via @louderthanwar.
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Cabbage - in depth Interview - Louder Than War on debut album and the truth about the controversial incident.
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Anita Lane RIP (Birthday Party/Bad Seeds/solo) | Louder Than War 'we mourn her own shooting star creative brilliance. ' via @louderthanwar.
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.@ChemBros Brothers @ManchesterArena – live review by David Edwards. "The Chemical Brothers are no less relevant and no less important than they were twenty-five years ago, and they show no signs of slowing down or slouching into tired nostalgia.".
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Rival Sons: Manchester Academy - live review - Louder Than War
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Live Review - @Manics & @The_Anchoress at the O2 Shepherds Bush Empire."Manic Street Preachers' take-no-prisoners performance and careful song selection show off all sides of a band that clearly still really cares".
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Johnny Marr: Eventim Apollo, London – Live Review by Nils van der Linden @Johnny_Marr . “. Marr is joined by special guest and Pet Shop Boy Neil Tennant for a swaggering take on David Bowie’s Rebel Rebel. “ .
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Nearing the end of 2019, we ask the question was 1979 – all of 40 years ago – really one of the greatest years ever for being ‘Lost In Music’? #louderthanwar #1970s #70s #1979.
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INTERVIEW! : @antonnewcombe (Brian Jonestown Massacre) talks in depth to @johnrobb77 - lots of great stuff on music, politics and culture - lots of wisdom…
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Martin Bramah puts together The Fall supergroup - great line up of ex Fall members via @louderthanwar.
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Andrew Fearn's War Is Louder Than Yours via @louderthanwar @wayneacarey1970 @johnrobb77 @NigelCarrUK @sleafordmods.
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At the final show of the current @pilofficial tour, we witnessed Lydon in exceptionally fine vocal form, prepared to show a sensitivity that perfectly complements his channelled aggression #publicimagelimited #pil #louderthanwar @ParryTom @naomi_dsmith.
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Book review of Cosey Fanni Tutti's Re-Sisters, which tells the life story of Delia Derbyshire, a British pioneer of electronic music who was responsible for the Dr Who theme. #coseyfannitutti #re-sisters.
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Live review - @Lightning_Seeds & @badly_drawn_boy at @Alberthallmcr "The perfect blend of intimacy and communal joy, the power of storytelling and perfectly realised pop combine together into a glorious few hours".
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Iain Key discovers @bears_in_trees and wonders if these days Tik Tok is really the place for new bands to find their online audience.
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The Wedding Present today announce their first new material since 2017 with a new 2 track single. With a bunch of different formats for the release there’s an option for all guests of the bride and groom. Article by @Pathugh40 @weddingpresent @johnrobb77.
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From the pretensions reflected back at the wannabe godhead in a cocaine-stained hall of mirrors to the addicts and music obsessives amongst us all, @grahamcoxon's autobiography is a must-have.
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FREE EXHIBITION: The Museum of London is pleased to announce that the highly anticipated exhibition:. The Clash: London Calling, a free exhibit showcasing a collection of over 150 items from The Clash's personal archive .
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Mark Lanegan, Joe Cardamone & Duke Garwood Live Review 'Mark Lanegan’s Gargoyle world tour recently drew to a close with a fabulous show at Camden’s Koko. ' @marklanegan.
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Andrew Weatherall RIP 'one of the key architects of modern music and a great person He was also the greatest DJ we have been in a room with, with every set an adventure from rockabilly to dub to hard techno.'. Farewell genius. via @louderthanwar.
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In the last 12 months, we have reviewed close to 500 new albums. It finally boils down to this. Here are the Louder Than War Albums of 2023.
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These are songs of melancholy for a deep, dark winter. On Dark Mark Does Christmas 2020, Mark Lanegan reminds us of all the ways music can, so radiantly, break our hearts.
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Pete Shelley : : a personal appreciation by John Robb - Louder Than War
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Genesis P. Orridge RIP 'Instigator of the hugely influential Throbbing Gristle passes away at 70. From fringe ideas to the taboo to empowering fellow travellers Gen was a key figure'.via @louderthanwar.
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ALBUMS OF THE WEEK!.@thecoralband return with not one, but two albums of 60s-soaked psych-folk as they hit a new purple patch in their two-decade career.
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Louder Than War's Best Music Books of 2022. It's that time of the year again, and the writers at Louder Than War have chosen their favourite music books published in 2022.
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ALBUM OF THE WEEK!!!.Tangk is IDLES' Kid A, their Vitalogy, their Tranquility Base, the band flexing their collective creative muscle to break the box left behind them. A sheer triumph from start to finish. @idlesband @partisanrecords .
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Surely, it's time to get Ticketmaster and dynamic pricing sorted out. Oasis ticket frenzy underlines broken system
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Melanie C @ O2 Ritz Manchester – live review by @MJMtweettweet 📸 @mudkissphotos @MelanieCmusic. Melanie C gave the Northern stars at Manchester’s O2 Ritz a night to remember, full of love, laughter and great music.
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