Category Archives: Cuckoo Review

REVIEW: THE SCRIPT @ METRO RADIO ARENA

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Barry G J Quinn

Newcastle upon Tyne Monday 23rd February More information from The Script’s official website Review by: Barry Quinn Rocking a packed-out arena is never an easy feat but The Script took this in their stride. They clearly have experience with sold-out … Continue reading →

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Review: Example @ O2 Academy Newcastle

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Barry G J Quinn

21st October 2014 More information from Example’s Official Website Following the surprisingly sensational opening act Delta Heavy, who combined dub and EDM expertly, Example rocked the packed-out O2 Academy in Newcastle on Tuesday 21st  October. Despite his last two albums … Continue reading →

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Cuckoo Playlist: What I’m Listening To

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Barry G J Quinn

The universal adhesive that cements many together is music. We all love it. Below I list just some of songs I’m listening to right now. Maybe you’ll find your new favourite amongst them. (Note: some of these songs are NSFW) … Continue reading →

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Thumpers Interview with Marcus Pepperell and Jack Hamson

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Barry G J Quinn

Wednesday 28 May 2014 Barry recently caught up with Marcus Pepperell and John (Jack) Hamson, Jr. as they ordered burgers and steaks before their set at the Cluny 2 in Newcastle. We discussed their formation, their music, and their future. Me: … Continue reading →

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Thumpers – Live @ Cluny 2

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Barry G J Quinn

Cluny 2 – Newcastle 29 May 2014 http://www.thumpers.co/ Underground in the Cluny 2, Thumpers played songs from their debut collection to a sparse crowd of 30-40. But they didn’t let the small crowd deter them. The close setting created an … Continue reading →

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Becky Becky – Good Morning, Midnight – Review

Posted on May 26, 2014 by Barry G J Quinn

FEINT Records Released on 1st May 2014 A tumultuous relationship encircles what could quite possibly be Becky Becky’s first and only album together. Gemma L. Williams (vocals) and Peter J D Mason (production) joined forces in 2011, became lovers and subsequently … Continue reading →

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Godzilla – Review

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Barry G J Quinn

Director: Gareth Edwards Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olson, Juliette Binoche and Bryan Cranston Cert: 12A, 123 minutes Spoiler Warning It’s safe to say that Godzilla is the king of monsters. But it’s also safe to say that monster … Continue reading →

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Iggy Azalea – The New Classic Review

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Barry G J Quinn

Iggy Azalea is making a bold statement in naming her new album The New Classic. The new classic it is not, but that’s not to say it isn’t a decent debut. She needs no introduction. Iggy has already released several mixtaps … Continue reading →

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