Ozz, Ciderland
HIM r amazing-even better live thats all i gotta say.

Desdemona - New Zealand
Absolutely awesome - I am waiting patiently for the addiction to pass - possible ill fated and terminal addiction. Thanks for the Music bro..

SLADE - HELL
YEAH UM MOTLEY CRUE ARE LIKE THE GREATEST BAND EVER! NIKKI SIXX IS MY BIGGEST IDOL. GOD BLESS SEX DRUGS ROCK 'N' ROLL

marcelo macarrao,brazil
Im a brazilian big fan of good music and i´m waiting to see soon some material from Mahavishnu Orchestra and Gentle Giant played on BBC a few years ago launched on DVD,i´m a dreamer?

Mr Sardonicous, Southampton
The Jupiter Few - 2/10, abysmal performance, must try harder.

cam plymouth
brand new are the best band on the planet at the moment

Janice, Jersey
Snow Patrol, Fan F-c-ing Tastic!!!

kim doncaster
the noise next door are great and i absolutly adore scott

Clare - Bristol
The Bullycats, The Bullycats, THE BULLYCATS!

Dave Walsall
HiM absolutley rule as 4 wednesday 13 he rock load no 1 cud h8 i walked with a zombie abs gr8

Dolorosa, Soton
Scarlet Soho are releasing the new single Modern Radio on 30th May. Hurrah! The B-side is Fibre Optic. Hurrah again!

Jasmine, Stevenage, Hertfordshire
OOMMGG! Noise next door r so fit! My bf looks like Scott frm them and they hav such gd music, keep rockin ;)

Rory from chichester
I went to see razor light they were amazing xxxxx

Juls, TO
Shinedown is awsome, Callum way up there reminds me of Pink Floyd really great

Sam, GA
Eleven Standing Still - Tasteful, Modern Power Rock with Finesse & Style - man, these guys put on a SHOW! Rockin' group of guys - check them out

lisa and christine Scotland
noise next door are fantastic scott is a wicked drummer ed and craig are really great at the gutiar they are brilliant singers too good luck and all the best for the future ur the best

Tracy Southampton
American Headcharge at the wedgies! AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!

Ben, Cheltenham
Skinnyman; I saw skinnyman last year suporting the streets in Brixton. This was an awesome experience as the energy and talent displayed was of such a high standard!! check him out

lusy
sugarcult!!! wot a band! met them twice now gr8 guys and tim whooop grabbed my ars e and went" good one there" lol well it made me laugh! nat katies good too and i remember wen that band the noise next door they used to go to jam nights at the inn on the beach!! b4 they were famous lol weird ! lol greenday KICK ASS! \m/(><)\m/

Danni, Southampton
Seen Callum, Last week at the Royal Oak in Winchester. Loved the music, bought a CD.

chris dennis, redruth city
BARNABY RAY QUARTET, i went online to get a glasto ticket. needless to say it didnt work, so im gutted, the b r Q are really good,especially live, book them, then mabey send me a couple of free tickets, wehay, everyones a winner! BRQ-BRQ-BRQ-BRQ!-, RU?

Alex- Linden
Lostprophets is a phenomenal band. They've truly got good sound. I recommend to anyone just to listen to them and give them a chance. And if you don't think they sound good Ian Watkins (the lead singer) is pretty good-looking.

Tom, Winchester
Callum The Royal Oak is the only place to be on a Sunday night for live music. Callum is out of this world, he ROCKS!!!

Stowelly
The Rock N Roll Band, southamptons best non-flash-in-the-pan talent.

Allison, Winchester
Callum Seen Callum live at the Royal Oak Pub. Absolutely fab !

Dani, New Zealand
i went to the good charlotte concert it was real cool, i luv them lotz especially benji

Alan, Selsey
love it Callum, you Rock!

KC - West sussex
Galstnobury Festival 2005. Me and a few friends are planning on going to Glastonbury festival this year. I went to Reading festival last summer, and that was pretty cool. Can anyone whose been to glasto tell me about it, is it similar, or much bigger? And do they have dance/trance raves there? We're prety into the live music scene but really want to go to an all night mental dancing rave! Do they have those in the dance tents? Cheers!

Mark, Edinburgh
Callum is going to be big very soon, so don't miss the chance to hear him here first! Don't say I didn't warn you, you'd be a fool not too!

MILUSKA, LIMA, PERú
HELLO, HIM IS THE BEST BAND

Parisa (from Sweden)
They're just amazing, love them sooo much specially the song "Lock Up Ya Daughters" - it ROCKS!! I hope they can come 2 Sweden someday...Love ya Ed!!! (K) (L)

matt belfast
HIM and theyre obviously r the best band ever and any1 that doesnt think so dont no wat they r missin ouy on.

charlotte England
HIM are a great live and non live band, my favourite band of all time. Theyre great , if you havnt heard them yet, go buy their albums!

Mageo in Canada
Callum: Great music Eh! Sorry you left us .

ANDREW OSS
HIM RULE I'VE BEEN TO SEE THEM THE ROCKED I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL THE NEW ALBUM

ANDREW OSS
HIM RULE I'VE BEEN TO SEE THEM THE ROCKED I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL THE NEW ALBUM

Dan/Wales
I saw HIM in Cardiff University in October and just to say they ruled!!!

Stacey & Sam - SCOTLAND!
Hey! We love Greenday...they are brilliant.went to see them in Glasgow in Feb! Linkin park, Good Charlotte, and others..also good!

SLADE - HERNE BAY
HEY HAVE ANY OF U HEARD OF JACK OFF JILL. THERE ARE GREAT. BE CRUEL STAY GHOUL

Zabbruzzo - Southampton
"the elastic underpants" - they were just crap

sarah (stoke)
ISLE OF WIGHT FESTIVAL!!!! The best eva in the world !!! went all wkend got smashed and had the best wkend of my life. chilled out atmosphere, the best type of music on the planet and the sunshine completed the package...going again this year...ABSOLUTELY AMAZIN!!!

Wendy, Southampton
Jordan Knight - does anyone remember this guy? He released "Give It To You" in 1999 and I saw him in concert - he was awesome! He is coming back to the UK this year and releasing a new single and album which is great! :-)

Lucy Havant
Noise next door.............craig u r sooooo fit!! my sis went out wiv scott and my mate fancies ed!! my sis name is Sarah!! u know my sis and all her friends!!!!! u live near my nan and her freind used to be ur help at hoome (babby sitter)! so its all weird!! see u soon look out for me and my band at the end of this year!!"! ;-) ur fit craig xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

charlotte England
I went to see HIM in October, they rocked so much! But thats just because im their biggest fan ever! Ville is fine, facial hair or not, and I thought Cathedral were quite good. I LOVE H.I.M FOREVER! love charlotte XxX

shona galbraith from Bolton
noise next door are fit fine and the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

babs, cardiff
i got into green day wen i was 11 and wen to see them on their warming tour in 2002 and they where great, i saw them again recently, it was one of the best gigs i've been to, but i was annoyed at the number ofteeny-boppas there, im not sayking that they shouldn't be able to go, but they didn't even know the classics like basket case or good riddence, they should at least make an effort to know green day's older stuff!

colette - portsmouth
Embrace - portsmouth, they were amazing!!, even anechoic rocked!! exellent, defentily go again, thank you for an explosive evening !!xxx

Stuart - Southampton.
Saw a band the other week at Red Lion called Ruby Soho. Four piece band, loads of gear, lighting full show. Awesome musically and better vocally. If you fancy some original stuff along with some Foo Fighters, Rancid, POlice, Feeder etc check em out next time in April.

SLADE- HERNE BAY
DID ANY1 SEE HIM ON HALLOWEEN. THE WOZ WELL GOOD. LILY LAZER IS SO COOL. CATHERDRAL SUCKED.

Tom, Southampton
Saw a band called Zero Consent on valentines day at the Joiners, they put on one of the most rockin shows I have ever been too

sarah. Birmingham
Muse are the best live band. Better than all the manufactered bands u get. At least they write and play there own instruments and songs.

sarah. Birmingham
Great band. I can see them getting bigger and bigger.

Mrs Valo Queen of Love Metal (forever in her own
HIM -His Infernal Majesty, are the vest band to ever walk this world, or the underworld. It's simply impossible to sum up all that HIM mean to me, for it is too much for words. All I can say is how I wouldn't be the person I am today if it wasn't for the five best rockers on the planet! Gas, Burton, Mige, Linde, and especially the ever sexy Ville - WE ALL LOVE YOU!I hope evryone will agree when I say HIM really do more than the best rock band should do, and their music is simply my insperation for everybreath I take. I can't make a single sentence in my head, without fitting in how much they mean to me - Ville Valo you have made me who i am, which is your biggest ever fan. In more than 666 ways, IM FOR YOU!

Tara.. somewhere in the u.s. of a.
THE VINES are AWESOME!! That's all I need to say!!!!:)

Luce-barnsley
green day are the best. luvin their nu track, holiday! It is well cool. i know the person hu looked after them while they were on tour!!!! GREEN DAY ARE THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Lou - Hampshire
I'm not getting the attraction for all these flaky bands like the Noise Next Door et al. They are so generic they make me sick! They've very clearly worked on every facial gesture they pull and every Pete Townshend wannabe moves... long live proper rock!

Jazmin- Sumwhere in Devon
This is a stupid place too put this but i saw Lost Prophets in Cardiff I travlled 7 hours too go but oooooo was it worth it! it was AMAZING definately one of the best gigs ive ever been too. And too top it off i went home with a ripped t shirt and ripped jeans! but hey thats what u get from being in a moshpit for the whole gig. yeh i say Greenday 2 weeks ago and they were also absolutely incredible amazing visual band

adam, portsmouth
just checked out the warm on showcase, after hearing alot about them,i was very disappointed! your so right i can imagine their music being on the oc,because that show deserves to be taken off air !

sandrine Ashford
the noise next door is a brilliant band.they r so cool

kerry macclesfield
NND are the best band i have ever heard ive been to two gigs and got there names and there picture on my computer i have got them and all over my room i would like to see them again they are over the moon there hair is so red and collllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll

Lucy-Barnsley
Noise next door are the best!!!Imet them and i made scott and craig laugh. I gace scott my pic and number and had a conversation with him face 2 face!!!! I got the biggest hug too i was holding to scott 4 about five mins cos i was upset.YOU GO GUYS!!!!!!LUVIN THAT HAIR IT IS SO GREAT!!!!

emily Eastbourne
noise next door r gr8 they rock!!! and i cant wait till their next concert I'LL BE THERE!!!

Naomi Paisley
The Noise Next Door are the best. I met them last week in Glasgow, and they are really nice gays. They thought my Nightmare Before Christmas bag was so cool.!

SLADE- HERNE BAY
MURDERDOLLS & MOTLEY CRUE ROCK.KEEP COOL, STAY GHOUL

sam
Faithless are or will be the best band you could ever see in concert, seriously x

Lowri, Anglesey
I think the Noise Next door rock - I can't wait for their album to come out!

Sophie,N Ireland
Lostprophets r da BEST band EVR. I LUV Ian Watkins. He is SO HOT. They r da best live EVR!!

chaz... somewhere in manchester
lostprophets rock!!IAN WATKINS IS GORGEOUS!

nolaughingmatter Bitterne
Jed Cool was rubbish. Sorry, but he was.

Jess, Southampton
Was at the Tsunami fundraiser at The Brook and it was fantastic night! Alaskan Pipeline and D!D!D! were excellent, Jed was hilarious and The Delays well they were brilliant!

Joe - Oxford
Who are the Bully Cats?

Ben - Southampton
Plastic Toys recent local gigs at the Joiners and Jongleurs were amazing. Keep it rocking!

Sticklebach, North Hants based Rock Band
Check them out, lead Guitarist is one of the most accomplished musicians playing locally...playing rock covers in a way no one else dare !! K

Paul
Thought Jed Cool was fantastic! He brought the whole gig together and his one liners were great! you got any info on where he's playing next?

han, southampton
alaskan pipeline were so good at the brook - these guys are going to be huge one day! brilliant music and lovely people. delays were cool too...such a good night!

marcus - london
The Alaskan Pipeline are the best band from Southampton.

lee
i thought plastic toys were real good at the jongluers gig. real cool stuff.

Jo & Si, Portsmouth
We saw Plastic Toys at Jongleurs, Southampton last week. They were amazing, along with Tomboy and A World Asleep. If you havent seen Plastic Toys, do so!

Nick, Shirley
Dark Poets rule! Like the chemical brothers without the messing about!

chriz
DELAYS...DEAD! DEAD! DEAD! ALASKAN PIPELINE AND THE DARK POETS. TRULY ONE OF THE BEST GIGS I'VE EVER BEEN TO!

Ash, Hertfordshire
Matt Bellamy is going to take over the world!!!! He is an absolute genius

dave southampton
I saw Tomboy at Jongleurs, best by a country mile, love 'em.....check em out

mike absolmon
know all hes tracks.What abouy Kerry Gold

Sarah
Anyone heard of Soft Hearted Scientists. They're amazing like the Beach Boys for 2005.

Sam, WS
MUSE ROCK THE WORLD! Listen to their MUSE-ic!

Andie - Brighton
I saw Velvet Revolver @ Hammersmith Apollo - They seriously rocked, although an hour late on stage (apparently coz they demanded shepherds pie before they went on... don't get more rock than that!) The Bullycats are the best unsigned act, no doubt. Rock Brothers Rooocccckkkkkk!!!!

Skin Portsmouth
Coldplay & Elbow Pure Class

dan-1 BOLTON!
oooh yeah.....charlotte hatherley is sooooooo hot!!! yay!

simon harris
jus seen jarvis fields at the joiners for the "small day out" they rocked wasted being put on so early but definatley stole the show !!!

John Sway Portsmouth
Rusty Cab (supporting Teen Spirit) at the wedgewood rooms last night were awesome. Where did this band come from? I hope they return!

Evo Jersey
Hope to see lots of good people from the south makin their way over to jersey this year for Jersey Live - last years event saw Razorlight Thrills Delays Scratch Perverts and The Subways ripp it up along with unknowns Velofax, Benny The Moth and Bothered Face. Keep an eye out for this years event and all eyes on your own doorstep too - Dead! Dead! Dead! will be the answer!

tasha lee norwich
xXx MuSe xXx are absolutley amazing they rock! listen 2 me here and now this is the music which will go down in history. miss it, miss out. xxxxx

sarah, brighton
lost prophets were amazin live and ian watkins is a very stunnin beautiful man.

Leanne, Lincolnshire
Lostprophets!! i really wanna see them live, ian watkins you are gorjus! and Lostprophets u guys rock my world! \m/

matt, soton
Adam Green's album is odd... anyone remember they might be giants? t'is odd but good.

steph, paris
everyone check out this awesome british punk band: CAPTURED

sarah-jane, Eastleigh
The Score are excellent!!

leeanne, tx
adam green is great and his new cd gemstones is out soon so you should all go get it!!!!!

JAY WOLVERHAMPTON
BASSJUNKIES ARE NAMED AFTER OUR SHOP WHICH HAS BEEN OPEN TEN YEARS !!

matt from notts
Lostprophets rule cool ass! ps Amy lee is the fittest babe EVER!!

vicky and steve in south wales
all bands were fab.but the who and jet were fantastic. can,t wait for this years line-up.have heard rumours it could be the chilli peppers, that would be awesome. anyone heard anything,let us all know.

Zack Taylor
-H-I-M- RULES!!!! THey're my idols!!!!!!!!!

Graeme Parton
The Futureheads Were fantastic a few weeks ago at the wedge...and i got Jaffs setlist : )

Jason
BRAND NEW RULES !!!

ilse of wight festival 2004
the who were amazing we were sitting ontop of a biffa bin watching them

Ben, Cheltenham
I saw skinnyman live at the Brixton acadamy last summer when supporting the streets. This was one of the best performances I have seen in a while, it was good to see good quality homegrown hip-hop from the uk, I feel the artist touches on various issues of life today with great lyrical skill. When listening to his music you can genuinely see from his point of view and feel his passion involves in the music, peace

DP, Chandlers Ford
Its gotta be Lost prophets, Limp Bizkit, Evanescence, Linkin Park and Muse! rock on!

kev - Southampton
tickets are now on sale for the 2005 IoW Festival - looks like they are cheaper if you buy them now

adam southampton
lost prothets th are the coolest band on the planet and deserve where the are now and it will great if i could meet them

katie..............smoggie land
evanescence and HIM have been a big insparation to me id lyk 2 say they r awsome!!!!!!!!!

kathyrn carol, australia
i'm travelling here and to all my mates back home check out the grates because i love them! see you soon Katy and Beth and Mum!

Steffi,Germany
Lost Prophets and Beatsteaks rocks.Lee is so hot.

Alaina, lancs
does any1 no when lostprophets are touring again? i so have to go. the last tour was awsome, eighteen visions were great too!

Ali, Portsmouth
It's not Queen I'm excited about it's Paul Rodgers on lead vocals that I'm looking forward to - wahooooooooooooooo :D

michaela
BRAND NEW. lyrics are amazing! Jesse Lacey is so talented!

frankz - pompey
WOW u like HIM ive just seen them in concert on the 25th october! i was rite at the front got loadsa pics was wiked.

Gem, Lee on Solent
QUEEN: THEY'RE TOURING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! wahooooooooooooooooooooo

Mandy, Southampton
Jarvis Fields really deserve to be signed, they are playing Joiners, St Marys in Jan again. Highly recommend going! Not like all the usual middle of the road stuff you hear lately. Real rock and roll!

Jon, Southampton
Metal sucks major @ss - you'll grow out of it one day! When you do you'll like Led Zep, The Rolling Stones and possibly the Bullycats. Merry Xmas!

Dark Lady - Romania
I only can tell that I love HIM !!!!!!!!I wish they will come to Romania>>>

Amy
Lost Prophets were AMAZING live Ian Watkins is soooo fit and a gr8 singer ill definatly b goin 2 c them again

gothgirl666
him r the best band out there. other finish rock bands r good such as nightwish and the 69 eyes but him r by far the best band in the world .... love metal 4 ever!!!..p.s the rasmus suck so bad!!!

reza , tehran
muse,radiohead,lifehouse,coldply...

darren soton
jarvis fields stole the show at the joiners ,look out for them

tina london
lostprophets and linkin park rock!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! keep on rokin'!!!!!!!

nicole sydney
the digs, hey fat arnold you rock on dudes! Rock n roll 4 life!!!! yeeeeaaaahhhhhhhhhhh

Nicolle Surrey
Lostprophets, Greenday and Limp Bizkit roick live! If ya dont believe me go see them! The Limp Bizkit gig at Finsbury Park was definalty the best!

tim, southampton
saw redjetson at the joiners, they were amazing! local boys somahigh were cool too.

Sinead- Eastleigh
Defo! The bullycats are the best local band. I saw them in winchester on Friday and they were sweeeet :D

Ed, Winchester
BullyCats kick rock @ss!!!!

aileen
Him because they are great and i love them so much

Lauren ,Croxley Green
lostprophets da best, love Ian, he's sooooo cute, wouldn't u agree?!!!

Joy London
I went to see the Lost Prophets and even though I was at the back I did't miss out on any of the atmospher. Thye're great live and i love them! More bands should aspire to be like them. I love Lee Gaze!

maria-denmark
the jupiter few, how cool is it to sit here in denmark and still be able to listen to u guys.

Lisa - Portland
I.O.W. 2004 - The Who - WOW! They've still got wot it takes!

shalini, london
kasabian are the best!

libby, yorks
him, leeds, amazing tec best eva dont know what was better him or lostprophets

libby, yorks
lost prophets, leeds, amazing i got a guitar pick, eighteen visions drumstick and a hug off james hart (18visions)

shellie......scotland
razorlight!!! i luv thm soooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much! x

lucy, wirral
thirteen senses. Simply amazing. a really moving gig, they put on a fantastic performance. Guaranteed to get you lost in the music.

HIM_girl
HIM omg! they rock so hard!!!ville is( and allways has been) the king of rock. lindes dreads rule!!!

abby crowthorne
i went to c HIM it was brillant managed to get 4 rows away from ville valo hes so fit it was amazing !!! :-)

lianne hull
greenday rock and so do system of a down and slipknot shinedown ar cool but starsailor just rock

Georgie - Winchester
We love the Bullycats!!!!!!!!!! They ROCK :-)

jennie
lost prophets: OMG ther ACE! need i say anymore? ok i will, ther one of the best bands iv ever heard! sadly iv never heard them live iv never had that previlage but if i did i bet it would b sooo good to blow anyone away! Total *class in a glass* band!

Angie, Manchester
Lostprophets Rock! I woz so lucky that i got kiss on da lips 4rm all the Band! Rock ON U Rule Lostprophets

Ricardo Gilmour Brazil
I like to hear Keane this is very better that hear Brazilian music. I hope that this band play in my Country!

Duke De Mondo, Northern Ireland
WILDHEARTS - From the review, sounds like another classic performance. When are they gonna come back to Belfast, is the question to be asked?

kelleigh- New Jersey
Brand New is amazing! I love their music, everything they put together is lyrically and musicaly beautiful! I can't wait for their new album and to see them live!

Paul Girard- Vida Football southampton.
Saw Delay's when they came home. Brilliant! one of the best bands out in the last two or three years. as good live as they are on record, if not better!

Amy Kay, Michiagn
Brand New this band is ungodly awesome there emotiaonal metophical way to put music is far beyond me all i know is if you havent heard it you are missing big

James, London
The Morenas - Check this band out! Saw em in London and will be at the Old Fire Station on the 1st December to see them again (Killers,Police, Chilli Peppers)

Jools, Liverpool
Delays, brilliant, miss and love you lads tc xxxxxxxx

Keane - Southampton
They might not have any guitars but boy do they rock! They were superb - I am still high on it now three days later.

kate
the thrills played the best gig ever. it was amazing. i can't say enough about it. exellent.

Micah, Minneapolis
MUSE all the way!!

Remy, Netherlands
Franz Ferdinand They absolutely rock! I think they make excellent music with only two guitars, a drum and a vocal. Their debut album stunned me and I think there is a lot to expect from these brilliant musicians.Well done Franz Ferdinand!!

Katie Manchester
Mcfly and Bued rock they r the best and danny and harry r so fit that girl is the best song luv um all

simon and i live in leigh
best gig i eva went to was either morrisey incubus or deftones :)

Nick, Kings Lynn
Muse are outstandingly brilliant live, by far this countries best rock band

Cheryl, Winchester
The Calling were fantastic at Soton guildhall, it was an amazing gig and the first support act Zed totally rocked!

stowell, southampton
said it before but The Rock'n'Roll Band are by far the best soton band. not trying to feud but there gritty blues with passion and hatred. singer is like Roger Daltrey mixed Kelly Jones. SUPERB

The 13
Wednesday 13 is the best singer un the world and the best band is FDQ, MURDERDOllS and THE MISFITS !! -Stay ghoul-

michelle,la
amy grant-just bought her greatest hits 1986-2004 it is really good,her songs are so relaxing for me, i love hoe they are so spiritual sounding as well...

A
Scarlet Soho & Faetal are the best So'ton bands

JJ, Southampton
Dead!Dead!Dead! are easily the best band in the South.

Christina_starz AZ
Lostprophets rock i luv them and ian is so hott

Terri, Wolverhampton
Bowling for soup rock!!

Jeer,Worcs
Muse are top. There are no words to describe them!

Richie NEWPORT IOW
The Rasmus on the 31 Oct in Portsmouth were excellent. It's been a long time since I was this blown away by a Rock/Pop/Goth group. But these four did it for me!!!!!

Amy, gravesend
i agree with most of you, yes HIM are great. I was luckily enough to sttend their Halloween show and it was amazing :D ville looks cuter in real life :)

Janet, Portsmouth
check out Jahmma, already supported the Wailers this summer in Portsmouth - Brilliant new live band.

Jamie Winchester
HIM ruled . If anyone got a audio copy of the show please post your email :D

mcfly portsmouth guildhall
the best concet ive ever been to they were FAB i love them loads

scarlett, england
HIM is the best! ville valo rocks and he is so gorgeous!!!

Rob
I think oskal rocked, every band had a punk sound apart from them!!i was with another band but speaking to one of the players he told me they didnt bring any support down!! They were far the most intresting and feel you will win these early rounds by your fan base rather than your music alone!!

laura, southampton
Went to see Franz Ferdinand. They were brilliant. Best gig eva!

Nobby , Chorleywood
MayDay Warning congratulations to the band on their great win especially their mean and moody bass player Tally.

Casey, Isle of wight
Franz Ferdinand were brilliant at the Portsmouth Guildhall!!!! Best concert evre!!!

ValO ((laura)), Portsmouth
dude, HIM rule this world and will always be the best band ever!!!

Laura, Plymouth
Muse rock! They are really really good and I wanna see them live! Matthew Bellamy is very hot and a great guitar player. I heard of Muse some time ago and when I heard their song I just knew I would love them. Also people should pay more attention to them cos they all pay attention to bands like Mcfly and Busted which are ok but not as good as muse!

charls
went to see THE ALASKAN PIPELINE at mono bar, and they were ace! check them out.

Sam - Winchester
Where were local boys, The Bullycats, in Battle of the Bands? My guess is they'd have better than any of the bands there...

Zakk Vorodi - PA
LOSTPROPHETS~ Kick A$$... best band ever...

jack-london
HIM are the best! Ville Valo is the new god of rock!

Lloyd
I went to see him in portsmouth and it was amazing

Stowell, Southampton
I heard of the RocknRoll band aswell in Southampton. Don't think their gigging yet, but their rep' is certainly exciting. who are they??

james poet Southampton
Just making a comment about prolific songwriter 'Stewart Dugdale'...this guy's pretty hot. If Paul Simon did an album of 'Day by Day's he'd had a hit on his hands.

Den, Another Planet
Well it's been a couple of weeks & i'm amazed there's nothing posted about the Music gig. Been following them for a couple years, seen them a couple of times and right now their on another planet. The placed just boomed you could'nt resist them, simply danced like a nutter

Dave, Stoke
Plastic Toys kick so many shades of ass!!! if you aint seen them DO IT!!!!

steve "rochdale"
return to forever i was about 14 years old when i watched this performance & still i like to listen to the music "awsome is a bit of understatement" would love to watch the old grey whistle test footage again

stephen costa haywards heath
MUSE are the best bad ever they have so much style and talent plus me an mi mate stu can relate to muse because they act like us when off stage they are my fav bad i went to see them live in brighton which rocked the world and i have all there songs and videos and singles and albems and dvds, shame on doms dad after glastonbury but i bet you seeing that must of been doms dads happiest moment seeing his son do the best gig ever, matt bellamy is the best musician i have ever seen hes been play the guitar ever sense he was 13 no wonder he is the best guitarist, chris is a amazing bass player i also admier him playing unintended in paris, glad to here they one the best live act at the "q awqrds" hope they come back too brighton ...byeeee

Sarah - Southampton
Saw Plastic Toys last week at The Joiners with Queen Adreena. A,azing live band, up there with all the other hot Southampton bands at the moment. Thanks for a great gig guys!

Calley, Poole
Erin, aka star! the song is mazing its incrediable the way you make the song so true and the words seem even more real with your voice singing them. we love you erin love calley xxx

brody, southampton
rival joustas at breezers in eastleigh - their stage prescence was awesome... a very very good band

john paul newcastle
i think that there should be more rock bands e.g.greenday

jannine southampton
all bands i think it was great the weather was great and my 1 year old daughter loved it. we went for my mums 41 birthday we all loved it hippy style

Rachael & Cheryl,Reading
Went to Homeslands had wicked time there lots of boshing drinking and wicked music best act Erick Morillo my god cant really remember much else mashed.. hard core you know the score x

linsy, london
Muse are the greatest band the world has ever seen! They are all so talented!!! I feel that not enough credit is given to them, as everyone has heard of "The Cheeky Girls" (who SUCK)! Yet not a lot of people have heard of Muse. I'd love to see them in concert! MUSE ROCK!!!!!!

paul, bournemouth
went to see biffy play a while ago. supported by minus and fleeing new york-what a gig! A little disappointed by biffy-fleeing new york and minus were awesome tho!

clare, southhampton
i love mcfly there the coolest, i know every word for every song ive been to concerts and every thing!

Jane,Southampton
Anyone going to the Bestival this weekend?I demand good weather after Glasto wash out.Cant wait for Quantic Soul Orchestra, Mix Master Morris and Lee Scratch Perry.See y'all there!!!xxx

Graeme, Portsmouth
didnt think InMe were that impressive, serotonin were v.good tho, got one of the promo discs they gave out its kool. Ricky are the best new band of the south they're absolutely brilliant, saw them do a wkd acoustic set in HMV the other day, cant wait to see the hives in couple of weeks at southampton guildhall, they rawk!

Lee Liverpool
Gareth icke has got real cool voice man, i think his band will go a long way, they produce top tunes too

Jo, Aberystwyth
Lostprophets! They are my fave band around. Their b sides for Last summer are amazing. Fave song by the, '...and she told me to leave'. Can't wait to see them in November.

fern, bristol
wednesday 13, i think wednesday 13 is amazing he is a sexy fiend

Rodney - London
every one out there should buy all cd 's and see all the shows they can of BRAND NEW ..these guys are great !! well written songs as well as a tight production live . i saw them at the astoria last january ,man they played great , the sound and lighting was total pro !! so get with it and get with BRAND NEW!!!!!!!!!

Glenn-Portsmouth
Whoop Inme gig at the Wedgewood rooms on the 1st of september that serotonin are main support has now sold out anyone on the board going?

June, Isle of Wight
Will Young at Eastleigh Festival Will was superb at the Eastleigh Festival in July. I was lucky enough to get into the marquee and was really quite close to the front. I have seen him on several occasions and this was easily the best. He is so good live and really interacted with the crowd - he is a great singer and has a lovely stage presence. Well done, Will. And well done Eastleigh Festival - great organisation.

plugINbaby ITALY
I want to say that the muse are the best band in the rock world!!!! I LOVE MUSE...byebye

Tom
Whoop if you saw muse at V :) Whoop if your going to Reading this weekend Whoop Whoop

Joshy, Leicester
omg! MUSE absolutely ROCK! Their music is so enchanting and haunting! Too good for words!!

kelvin
uncle brian Can't wait til;l they gig in p'boro again

JANE, SOUTHAMPTON
WHAT A SHAME THE BETA BAND ARE SPLITTING UP.HAVE SEEN THEM SEVERAL TIMES AND EVERY TIME THEY PLAYED POMPEY.WILL MISS THEM DESPERATELY-THEY ARE WITHOUT DOUBT THE BEST LIVE BAND EVER.

amy d port talbot
Lostprophets ROCK,they have put wales on the map fully.I am so proud to be welsh.Out of all the bands tracks Last Summer is my absolute fave. :0)

muse southampton
i hadnt really heard much of muse before but as soon as the first track started i knoew they were something else. they could never be classed as a type because they have their own unique sound. definitly one of the best bands i have heard for years. with a little more played on radio tv ect theyll go a long way

Glenn-Portsmouth
Serotonin are supporting INME at the wedgewood rooms in portsmouth on the 1st of september a band not to be missed!!! Ps: check out there tracks on southampton showcase webpage

Gemms
Eves Only Son are aresome!saw them play in portsmouth last friday and my god,them guys rock!They're playing the wedge on 5th september,can't wait!These guys need to be heard!

Cat Wirral
Lostprophets! THEY ARE THE BEST BAND AROUND!!!!!!!!!!!!

aj notts
muse. what a brilliant band. matt bellamy is not only gorgeous but he has obviously got an amazing mind to match, he has so much power and passion. i bet hes great in bed!!

Glenn Portsmouth
Serotonin are playing mr smiths in bournemouth on the 9th of august and then supporting INME at the wedgewood rooms in portsmouth on the 1st of september a band not to be missed!!! Ps: check out there tracks on southampton showcase webpage

Jade, Derby
3 of a kind. i jus luv there song its called baby cake its really cool!

Abi, Poole
LAMER TREE best festival because no one was to drunk unlike glastoonbury and everyone was really friendly

karen in marlborough
Baker brothers at the Larmer Tree....what more can I say? Absolutely top banana! Never heard of them before, but will be on the look out for future gigs, any one have any idea why the singer Chris Pedley cancelled his sunday night DJ set? Would loved to have seen that. Afro Celt were fantastic, but then they couldnt have failed! All of the band looked as if they were totally enjoying themselves which only added to the atmosphere. Also lovely to see my daughter in your gallery shots... the green bug outfit!

J.V. , Florida
Muse is the best band EVER!! Their music is so enchanting and unique...they're not like any other band! No matter how many times I listen to their music, i never get tired of them. Their faces aren't too bad to look at either :)!! I would definitely recommend them to anybody who loves great music!!!

Mr X
The Infamous, a new dawn has begun

mary suds, southampton
Quantum,Has got to be the funkyist band in town, keep up the good work,and good luck at the eastleigh festival

Destiny Grosvenor
Hi I have just read your Jamie Cullum review. I would like to say that apart from the obvious that he was brilliant. He also respects the fans more than anyone I have met, he came outside &amp;amp;amp; was lovely, as my photos prove. I am a converted Jamie Cullum fan, &amp;amp;amp; he is so tiny &amp;amp;amp; delicate like a little doll, which i would of gladly took home!!

Jimmy, Southampton
The rocknroll band. Their a new soton band i heard rehearsing, best i've heard in years signed or not.

Sal, Bournemouth
Hidden Agenda are a great band and I wish them luck with their new release (13th July 2004) of their fantastic tune called "Our Secret". It's now been released on fastrax so if anyone wants to have a listed call up your local radio station and just ask for Hidden Agenda - Our Secret available on fastrax. The more air plays the better. Good luck, wish you the best of luck

tom
saw eves only son last week at the joiners, they are rock gods!! sign them up now!!! or you will regret it. safe

someone from fareham
Nick from Eve's only Son, god he's hot, oh yes! superstar!

Katie, Southampton
Eve's Only Son are so good, I'm seeing them again at the Joiners!

Francesca, Southampton
I was at the Joiners on 5th July, Eve's only son are gonna be big, we're seeing them again on the 26th. X is loaded were obviously amazing and the other support band Verra Cruz were excellent!

Wilts Soton
Yeah, Eve's only son are V good, amazing drummer!

Gareth, York
I went to Spydafest to see Peter Bruntnell and some others, but there was a band on Sunday called, I think, ist and they blew me away. Great songs, fantastic performance, real originals... I didn't get a programme, so anyone know anything about them?

Isabel - Portugal
MUSE are the greatest band of the universe. Their music is sublime and wild. Adoro-vos! I'm waiting for a super gig in Oporto...

erin/poole high
ERIN ROCHA: hiya i heard your ova new song its great hope youare ok and that i will b seein you on tellyon every muzic station in a couple ovv yrs ur get far!!! :) luvya erin

rockman
just seen a band called fudged, in north wales. they were really good. hope to see more of them.

Student - Peterborough
Muse rock! How anyone can compare them to radiohead is stupid! Radiohead are dull and depressing in their songs and shows. Muse however...different story altogether!

Bob - Carlisle
muse are really great!

Adam, Gosport
Eve's only son - What a great band - Let's hear more of them!!

Jess, London
BRMC definitely.. i think im in love

Jess-NJ
I'v just noticed Muse so I guess you could call me a noob but I think Muse rocks and I know im not the first person to say that, there music is so peaceful and awesome at the same time and I can listen to it no matter what mood im in, however my opinion is that it's a mix between MSI and Maroon 5...but thats just my opinion...:)Peace.

olly
subgiant + Hijera + Long Players are at the Joiners in Southampton this Friday 9th July + a whole host of Djs. £3.50 on the door 8;30pm till late

Deanna , london
i think lostprophets really rock they're really good live and have good-looking members which is a good plus

Glenn-Portsmouth
Serotonin are headlining The Railway in Winchester on Wednesday 30th of June check out the new tracks on the Serotonin BBC Southampton Showcase page Ps:not a band to be missed recordings great better live!!!!!!!!

Ed from Sonicsville (Space)
Chixx roxx! Curo is the stand out track... SUPERB!

Graeme Blake, Bolton, Lancs
Steve Harley &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; Cockney Rebel (IOW 2004): Over 30 years in the music business and Steve Harley and Cockney Rebel sounded better and fresher than ever. From the opening notes of the appropriate 'Here comes the Sun' to the audience sing a long to 'Make me Smile', the old pro had the audience in the palm of his hand. All of you who enjoyed his set do yourselves a favour and buy a ticket for one of his gigs on his coming tour this Nov/Dec. You'll get 2 1/2 hours of class entertainment. Brilliant!!!!!!!!!!

Matt.
The Manic Street Preachers Rocked with perfection and grace, cant wait to get my hands on the new album.

Mark, Winchester
I am at work and I have just read the beautifully captured review of IOW Sunday and it took me right back to last weekend... thank you bbc for lightening up an otherwise dull day, trouble is I REALLY don’t want to be at work now... Roll on next year!!! (oh and 6 o'clock!)

Simon Isle Of Wight
The weekend was absolutley awesome, the weather great the bands were amazing! I did not know what to expect with The Who, now i'm hooked nicked my mums Who CD's! Can't complain, beats last years by a long way, cant wait for next years now!

Ali, UK
As a festival virgin I didn't quite know what to expect from the IOW festival, But I thought it was amazing. Being so close to the fantastic and sexy Jet, legends like The Who and Bowie as well as the ever delightful Manics made the hairs on the back of my neck stand on end. Ok, the toilets were minging, and hardly cleaned over the three days, the food and booze were extortionate and the prison guard like security guards who, despite what we were told when we bought the tickets, banned any kind of food from the premises (look at the rules on the back of the ticket, Bucko) did have an impact. Despite this it was one of the best weekends ever, chilling out in the hot sun with a beer while listening to bands in the day and jumping around like a fool in the evening to the headliners. Magic.

Sarah, Basingstoke
This is the first festival I have been too and the first time I have ever been camping and it certainly won't be the last on both counts. I have seen some of the most fantastic bands over the weekend and it was an experience that I won't forget in a hurry. The highlights for me were the Stereophonics, Charlatans, Manics and Bowie, I kick myself for not hanging around and watching more of the Who as everyone kept telling me how brilliant they were once that got back to our tent. The worst things for me were the toilets on the Camp Site (to say they are the most disgusting things I have ever seen is an understatement I knew they would be bad, but that bad!!!, Security (not a nice bunch of people at all) and the Fair drowning out the sound of the bands if you were down the other end of the field, if there must be a fair then fine but cut out any tacky music so we can hear the bands if we are sitting on the field, chilling, enjoying the weather and having pimms o'clock!! I have spoken to my friend already about next year and we will be back!!!!

Steve, Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight Festival 2004. Fantastic weekend! Great line-up - looked like my CD collection! Standouts for me were the wonderful Steve Harley (let's forget his comments about being paid and us 'great unwashed' having to pay shall we?), Electric Soft Parade, British Sea Power, Delays, the gorgeous Suzanne Vega, Manics...come to think of it there weren't really any duffs! The Stereophonics were disappointing but the Who were fantastic! I was expecting a creaking set from some doddery old has-beens but we were treated to the best set I seen in many years. Having seen Bowie in November of last year I was full of expectation but I was hugely disappointed by the terrible sound quality that all but drowned him and his band in droning bass. There was also a lot of bad feeling down at the front of the crowd. Was it the result of the match? Maybe. Does a football match belong at a rock concert? I think not. A somewhat misguided idea I think. Other minor gripes would be that the food and drink was overpriced (as expected), the queue to get in on the first day horrendous and the toilets...aaargh! Too horrible! The sound quality was also rather poor, especially during Bowie's set. Other than that I must say that the amount of staff on the bars etc were spot on with virtually no queues and I though that, on the whole, security were very good. The weather really put the icing on the cake for a truly amazing weekend. How it'll be topped next year I just don't know but one thing's for sure - I'll be there!

Mo Niton Isle of Wight
I went on Sunday. David Bowie was brilliant. He certainly lifted the crowd after that awful ending to the football. Well done Bowie. The best band after Bowie for me was Snow Patrol - the lead singer was refreshingly modest &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; seemed genuinely overwelmed. I really enjoyed the whole day &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; will definately go again next year. Well done to the organisers.

Jake R-Dorking Surrey
Absolutely sweet weekend! I did get ill and went home on Sunday but never mind! PRO's-The music, the shops and the weekend CON's-The toilets and the 'ten minute walk' from camp to venue which is...laughable!

Jake R-Dorking Surrey
Absolutely sweet weekend! I did get ill and went home on Sunday but never mind! PRO's-The music, the shops and the weekend CON's-The toilets and the 'ten minute walk' from camp to venue which is...laughable!

Ash, Southampton
IOW Festival. Awesome. Stereophonics, Jet, Charlatans and Groove Armada were particularly good. The highlights for me however were Snow Patrol and the delays who were awesome on Sunday. Most impressed with them. Saturday night was easily the best. Manics were awesome. "You stole the sun from my heart" got everyone psyched for the whole evening! The Who also impressed me loads. Not being from there era (a mere 20) i knew most of their hits but not so much of their general tracks. They really knew how to work the audience. Pete Townshend was awesome on guitar, 60 next year i am told and playing with the dexterity of a man half his age, brilliant, "behind blue eyes" was the highlight for me. David Bowie wasn't really my type of music, I fail to appreciate his style. Whilst i appreciate the fact the man is a great entertainer neither his newer or older material really impressed me, and failed to change my preconceptions of his music being fairly indistinct and bland, however a great deal of people seemed to love his performance, but i suppose it wasn't for everyone! Both The Delays and Snow Patrol were completely unfazed by the size of their biggest gig yet and out performed acts with bigger histories and reputations, perfectly complimenting the fine weather. This was the first time I had seen the Phonics and I had been warned that they were somewhat uncharismatic live by friends who had. They however but on a brilliant performance playing a good range of their songs, Kelly's suit was perhaps one of the most dramatic revelations of the weekend, I suspect he stole it from the set of Micheal Jackson's Smooth criminal video but it looked pretty cool and he seemed in good spirits as he indulged in a bit of banter with the crowd. Anyway Isle of Wight festival excelled itself again (i went last year and was impressed with both lineup improvements and general organisation), i can only see it growing and will almost certainly be going next year. Of the smaller bands both Snow Patrol and Delays really impressed and i wouldn't be surprised if the careers really improve after a full summer of touring. Recommend seeing them and going to the Isle of wight to anyone!

tim maidstone
blinding weekend!what a show,if anyone was to say any diffrent they need to get a life!massive respect to rog pete &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; the rest of the who what a show true prose!big up also groove armarda,manics,jet &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; of corse bowie!roll on next year!

Rebecca - Kiwi living in London
My friends and I were not dissappointed with the festival - it is definitely on the to do list again next year - Bowie was amazing and if I get the oppotunity to see him again live I will jump at the chance! Of course the weekend was extra special for Kiwi's as our All Blacks beat England 36-3 (at rugby for those not in the know). Kia kaha

Kelly Rowland, Windsor
I was there for the whole weekend (camping and all), and what a weekend it was. Hardly an queue's for food or drinks and the queue's for the toilet seemed to go down fast. The weather was gloriously hot with a few clouds dotted here and there. The new bands that made my weekend were 22-20's, Leah Wood Group, and The Delays. The bigger bands such as Snow Patrol and Jet were surprisingly amazing. And of course there was Stereophonics, The Charlatans, Bowie and the legends that are The Who. Biggest disappointment of the weekend had to Super Furry Animals and The Manics. They did nothing for me whatsoever. I have to thank The Furry Animals though, cause if they hadn't have been so disappointing I'd have never wandered off and met the singer and guitarist from the 22-20's. They let me have a couple of photo's with them. What nice guys. Generally a fantastic weekend, and we couldn't have asked for more (forgetting the footie for a minute). We're definitely going back next year, and none of us can wait!

katie, southampton
o my god ash were amazing at portsmouth on the 4th june. It was my first gig with an actual famous band and it was AMAZING! there were my favorite band after coldpay but now there my best! ps also went to see razorlight on 8th june at wedgewoods also brilliant they are gona do big things this year. Jonny Borrell rules (he had the same shoes as me! (yay!) pps Tim Wheeler is looking dam fine at the mo, any one else think so? xxxxxxxx ASH RULE!

Emma, Liverpool
What a weekend on the IOW - fantastic line-ups particularly Saturday and Sunday. The Who rocked, the sun shone, Suzanne Vega cured my hangover and Bowie looked fit (shame we didn't win the football, though)! BUT a slight tarnish on the event was the sound quality that did not come up to scratch (particularly for the Bowie finale) but just being in the presence of such talent was enough for me! Would I go next year - depends obviously on the line-up and wether that sound quality is improved (the bass doesn't need to be stronger than the vocalist - take note!)!! Otherwise, a happy festival goer....

Nigel , Newport IW
It was good to see the Furries in my home town, they seemed a bit rusty on friday but soon picked up. British Sea Power are one of the best bands in the country. I remember buying there album the day is was released and thinking it was one of the most inventive, innivotive and original albums I have ever heard and I still think that now. There live performances are outstanding and there emotion and passion comes accross in there music beautifully.

Steve Bass London
Humm??? Putting aside the extortionate food prices burning a deep hole in my now empty pocket, the smell of burning fat drifting across the field and the competing fair trying to drown out the music, overall I’d say it was OK! The music, which is what I went for was as exciting as it was enticing. Seeing two legends over the weekend a.k.a. The Who and Bowie were fantastic as expected and it made up for missing Bowie last year. The Snow Patrol were a surprise for me and they seemed as nearly as good as the hype, although the I found the Delays a bit mind numbing or was that drinking in the sun? I was unsure of the Charlatans questionable performance, in particular Tim who although entertaining for the wrong reasons, I think must have been sampling large quantities of hospitality alcohol backstage? Just one for the road hey! Not too sure what I think about football at a rock festival or a fair come to that, seemed a bit misplaced, but then again along with the expensive small portioned food and expensive beer, its just part of the money spinning wheel that festivals have become. Shame really although maybe its just my age?

Aaron SE1
OK good points: How David Bowie managed to raise the crowd aftier such terrible disappointment (I was the loud annoying person, shouting at the rest of you for not supporting England enough, you gotta be honest the crowd were rubbish at cheering on England) All the bands were good.... The atmosphere is always fantastic Bad points: The walk to the overflow campsite was harsh.... there was no wash area in the over flow campsite..... your site goes down days before the festival, and you fail to answer questions weeks before the festival.... getting me cool box, glasses, and cardigan nicked...... The toilets in the campsite were not cleaned out enough...... and what's with the gazebo rule that was just stupid making people sit in sunshine in the camp site without any shade..... BUT BIGGEST MOAN OF ALL, AND THIS PIS*ED EVERYONE I SPOKE TO OFF, PLEASE NEVER EVER GET LIVERPUGLIAN SECURITY AGAIN EVER EVER EVER EVER THEY WERE RUDE AND DID NOT KNOW THEIR **** FROM THEIR ELBOW, AND WE FOUND TO OF THEM GOING THROW OUR TENT WHEN WE GOT BACK EARLY ON SATURDAY.......... but all in all thank you for good weekend!!!!!!! p.s another bad point was saying you would show all the game cause Alfie and Libertines weren't playing, then not showing the whole of the game!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Liz
The sounds was quite dreadful. The worst I have head for many a long year. I could hardly tell at times what Bowie song was being played, and I'm a long-standing Bowie fan.

Emily, Twickenham
Have returned with brilliant memories (well as much as possible!) of an Awesome weekend. The Manics rocked, The Who &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; Bowie were brilliant.A real good mixture of music. Top atmosphere! Fantastic weather! Count me in for next year!

Kate, Woking
Went to see Bowie and was not disappointed - awesome as usual!

Ben &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; Carolyn @ IOW04
The whole weekend rocked! Highlights for us were Groove Armada playing as the sun set on the first day, Nicky looking healthy and happy during the Manic's set, The Who were tremendous, so glad we got to see them perform, great end to Saturday, Bowie was excellent too. The Delays and Jet were highlights of the other new bands but Steve Harley, the crowd rocked and sang for the whole set, truly great performance. All in all an excellent weekend, who is on next year? Will be booking first opportunity I get!

Mike Coventry
Was it just me or did Tim from the Charlatans seem pissed???? I think its the worst I have ever seen them him perform. Shame!

Clare, Bournemouth
British Sea Power (Isle of Wight festival) - Lovely to see the BBC's misinformed report about the band. It seems if you, mr or mrs reviewer, have not heard of the band (perhaps they don't play it down your local disco) then it isn't cool. British Sea Power for me were the highlight of the festival, alongside David Bowie. The real fans that packed up to the stage to watch them had an amazing time. British Sea Power were not only amusing (who else would entertain us with a giant stuffed bear and plastic birds) but they were inventive and original. Their improvised and extended versions of their tracks (as compared to the album) was totally unsurpassed by anyone across the whole 3 day event. The other bands believed we would rather hear them churning out their albums (we might as well sit in the car with the CD player on). British Sea Power gave us the whole live experience that you can't get on CD. It's about time we had reviews from people more informed about the alternative music scene, or, quite simply, if you don't know or understand the band then don't pass judgement.

Elaine Porchester
I.O.W. Festival, Just got back from a brillinat weekend the The Who absoutley rocked, Proud Mary were brill as was the Jets, Delays Manic Groove Amarda etc etc and good weather as well......Fantastic

tiffany naylor,devon
MUSE: it was back in december but i've only just found this...and they were AMAZING. i can easily say that seeing muse was the best gig and one of the best experiences of my life...my summary:the best sex ever

THE JOINERS AT BATTLE OF THE BANDS SOTON
ABSOLUTLEY AMAZING,GOOD SONGS GOOD FRONTMAN. WILL BE BIG ONE DAY IM SURE !

Matt - Portsmouth
Serotonin are playing the joiners in southampton on the 9th of june with touring band Gonga (fresh from the download fest)and then headlining the Railway in Winchester on the 30th of june check out the new tracks on the serotonin BBC Southampton Showcase page.

Tracey
HOMELANDS! What can i say.... A RESULT! ROLL ON NEXT YEAR!!

Sam @ Salisbury
this was my first event and i went for the DnB and it was awesome il certainly come back next year!!!

Phil, London
Jazzy Jeff was worth the entrance fee alone! his scratching/mixing put every other so called 'big name DJ' to shame!

Tisha, portsmouth
if there was ever a band to avoid, then I would have to say Mayz, droning, monotonous, tuneless !!!!

Simon, Lambourn
London Elektricity live at homelands, they where amazing, when the bass kicked in, the crowd went mad! great atmosphere!!!

GIbbons
Had a wicked time getting twisted at homelands! nice one bruvvvvvas! ave it!

DJ TINY - LONDON
I WENT FOR THE DRUM N BASS AND WAS'NT LET DOWN!!!! DJ MARKY AND ZINC B2B SMACKED IT ... MARKYS DJ SKILLS WERE AMAZING.... DEFO GO NEXT YEAR

Claire Vickers Southampton
Sissor sisters, were brill. would love to see the live again!!

Alaine, Winchester
For those of you who aren't able to make the London gigs, The Bullycats are playing The Railway, Winchester on Saturday 5th June.

Den. Southampton
Saw Mark Joseph at the joiners May 27th. He's talented and I can't fault his effort but he's lacks that little extra. Only when he played a pumped version of Damien Rices 'Volcano' did he make the place move. However the 1st band on 'EVE'S FIRST SON' have it! Not a weak link in in the line up. GO SEE!

Les, Portsmouth
Saw the killers last sunday at the wedgewood rooms. Bummin amazing, check em' out. Also, check out The Cave, an underground indie venue in Chichester. I've seen some real good bands there. Tattyseasidetown do a good night there for indie and hardcore bands. BTW does anyone care about production? Surely it's the songs that move you. comments on how tinny something is, is just plain shallow. Listen to Psycho Candy buy the jesus and mary chain. no production at all but a brilliant album. Bobby Gillespie on drums and what he doesn't know about music aint worth knowing.

Tank girls, cardiff
went homelands last weekend... was fabtastic!

Kirsty @ Southampton
Saw Eric morrilo @ homelands, he rocks baby!

james, portsmouth
hi, I'm one of bonemachine's guitarists and just wanted to correct a couple of things and be a total pedant (!) the bonemachine guitars were (mainly) recorded through a Boss GT3 (zoom 20/20 indeed - pah!) into a PC soundcard (in some places) - in other places the guitars are live through a Marshall cab. I'm working on improving the sound though :-) but thanks for the feedback (positive or not so positive) this is a steep learning curve and I'm right at the bottom and crawling slowly up!

Stuart - Bonemachine
Stuart from bonemachine here again, its all down to personal taste etc, after the comments re production on the single I had a good listen to it, learn from mistakes etc, I suppose the lo-fi guitar thing must be on What Happens Now as that is the only song with lots of guitar, I think its a personal thing, I remember the guitarist asking to re-record it because it sounded a bit tinny, but I quite liked it like that, there is loads of bass in the song, didnt want to muddy it up, but hey ho horses for courses, have to agree with the vocal thing, but as we dont have loads a expensive equipment it was the best we could have done :-) I always wish we could get that live sound Grrrrr

lucy - birmingham
i saw muse on december 3rd at the NEC last year and i have to say it was the best concert i have ever been to. The moment they went into apocalypse please i burst into tears, just hearing matts beautiful voice made me cry so i went hysterical when i got my first glimpse of him. Muse are one hell of a classy band...

alison watford
Delays, and they rock.

Simon, Southampton
I think Bonemachine got off lightly with their review. The song is average and the production is, as Abbie Collins says, poor. Your mates will tell you you're brilliant, even when you're not. The reviewer's just telling the truth.

Dunk, Portsmouth
I'm sorry, a friend played me the Bonemachine cd and I have to dissagree with all who say that the production is good. I thought that the production was very average. The guitar sounded like it was recorded through a zoom 2020 straight into a pc sound card and the vocals sounded cheap. It is a valiant attempt and I do understand why the bands mates have come on knocking the review, but I thought that the review lent them more praise than they were worth. I mean honestly, they cant think that the production is professional enough or even close to complete with anything professional. It really does sound like a bedroom demo, it’s a damn good start though, its just not as great as everyone is suggesting.

Wee weeny, southhampton
Usagi played with sammy hungo in southhampton last night and i swear to god they are the best band ive eva seen..... steve albini kicking off with pj harvy and a surgical animal on drums...

Simon, Portsmouth
re: bonemachine review. Lo-Fi? I suggest Abbie Collins invests in a decent set of headphones

Stuart - Portsmouth
Hi, stu from bonemachine here, interesting review, am surprised at the lo-fi thing? and The Trick are damn good, someone should chuck them some cash so that they can record a new cd.

Graeme Parton, Portsmouth
Saw Norwegian 4 piece SPAN few weeks ago at the wedge, they were absolutely brilliant, My mantra wer v.good but amplifier were utter crap. cant wait for ash pompey guildhall june 4th!

alex, brighton
on the recommendation of a friend i went to see a band,loved them and from their web site found myself here. do yourselves afavour and go watch THE TRICK

Harry, Southampton
I have been to two gigs at the Wedgewood Rooms primarily to see Murderdolls and Wednesday 13 on both occasions the support band was Facelift Wired.I was surprised to learn that they are a local unsigned band their stage performance was brilliant and if you love that kind of music as I do keep an eye out for them I guarantee you won't be disappointed.They are at the Wedgewood Rooms again on the 19th May and this time I will be going pacifically to see them.

Baldwin - North Hampshire
Bonemachine - I have heard the music off the single and it is certainly not lo-fi. Get them to send you another copy - maybe it was a dud CD? Bonemachine have produced a thing of wonder.

manchester academy
wednesday 13 -This guy tottaly rocked the bst ive seen in ages

Ossed, Portsmouth
Bonemachine: Love the new stuff. stirs the loins. Look Forward to seeing you at the Joiners on Thursday (20th May).

Rose, Portsmouth
Just saw the review for the bonemachine single, am confused??? I have been sent a promo copy as well and thought the production was great, maybe the reviewer had a dodgy set of headphones??

Sally - Portsmouth
The Delays are one of my new favourtie bands. As a complete music whore I have many favourite bands but they are now right up there with The Libs, frolicking along aside my absurd crush with The Zutons and smooching with my on going sordid love affair with Kings of Leon. Loved the gig at Southampton, wasn't expecting much, but they completely blew me away and Gregs voice was just ear bleedingly, orgasm inducingly good! Loved it, loved it loved! Vibrated like a bunny gone schizo by the end and jumped with my snakebite very high to Long Time Coming! Do some festivees!! Please be at Glasto, it would be the perfect way to spend a sunny, pissed up Saturday afternoon at Eavis's pleasure XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Bobby Bird
Purple Haze One of the best tribute bands you are likeyl to see. The dude on guitar can certainly put a few notes through the speakers. Good word lads. Cowel- you can stick pop idol

Glenn-Portsmouth
Serotonin are playing the old ale house in salisbury on the 20th of may and the joiners in southampton on june the 9th check them out on southampton music showcase new tracks all sound great. Rock!!!

hayley ,wales
keane's new album well wot can i say but wow wot a breath of fresh air just finished listening to their album hopes and fears can't express how much i enjoyed the album it's a must have they are gonna be BIG nice to hear some origionalality for a change cant copare them with travis and cold play as KEANE are an a band of their own and will do far better than the other two bands so keane keep up the amazin work co well .......im hoocked

sarah - southampton
go see THE ALASKAN PIPELINE. great stuff

malice manson london
i went to see wednhesday 13 in concert and engerica and rachel stamp were supporting him i totally ROCKED!!! i love all of them!

Liz Allen, London
I saw Wednesday 13 at the Mean Fiddler in March and they rocked!!!

Kelly, Southampton
KEANE! I went to see them in Portsmouth 22/04/2004 and they were amazing! They're being compared to other bands too much but until you see them live..... you can't judge them. Their music makes the hairs on the back of my neck stand on end... not heard music like that for a long, long time!

RAAAAAARGH i'm a monster!
YAY for uncle brian they ROCK! i am going to see them tomorrow at the pitz its gonna b great and 4ft fingers and tiny elvis and, best of all, WAFFLE! YAY go Team Laser Explosion!!!!

Andy Lewis, London
bANGSTICK are a great band with LOADS of potential... great production and great songs (which is what it's all about). They are also turning out to be rather good as a live band too, I saw them at SOUND in London a few weeks ago and was very impressed !

Mooshty Winchester
Minuteman are back and they're playing the Railway in Winchester on Friday 14th May. I love that band

zac broughton dorset england
Zombie drag qeens from planet 13 I thought the drag qeens were amazing I went to see them and engerica Exeter engerica were great but wen wednesday jumpt on stage and scremed WE MUST KILL YOU NOW! we just new we were in for sum fun but to enyone ho is reading this buy the engerica singal THE SMELL its great

Ben, Southampton
Heard the songs of the Shirleysongwriter off his site, very impressive, check em out

Brog, wolverhampton
delays were fantastic, have to say! different, but great.

Arthur Dartboard Wigan
Fern are a great band from London. Up to date rock from guys that can really play! They've been compared to Muse and others.

amanda, nw
DELAYS: these guys are amazing check out their debut album: Faded Seaside Glamour!!!

mark, birmingham
The Wild Roses - thses guys rock! they are young guys playin excellent originals.5 star metal

Jules, Southampton
Top ten bands in Southampton in my humble opinion, in no order - Scarlet Soho, Toupe, Rival Joustas, Facelift Wired, Murmur, Spyder Baby, Hidden Agenda, Stout, Red 5 and Mr E.

Rob Ward
Uncle Brian and Toxic Yoghurt!! Both excellent Bands, Toxi cYoghurt are oplaying with Uncle Brian on 11th June! Be there!

TheShirleySongwriter
I am looking for good quality pop singers, the next JT adn the like, any suggestions where I can find them???

Bisley, Southampton
bANGSTICK have the tunes, the voice and the attitude just right!! They're a soton band but I saw them in london a few weeks ago, wicked live set, check em out if you hear of another gig!!

random lady, southampton
serpica rock and dont get the appreciation they deserve. rock on.

Chris, Manchester
Amplifier because they blow all of the other bands away with their massive grooves and melodic tunes!

Chris Serotonin
Hello all, Chris from Serotonin. We are playing the wedgewood rooms in Portsmouth again on the 29th of April (2004). Check out our tracks on the site or please pop in to see us. The night is for charity and possibly on of the last we will play in the South for a while as due to label/industry demand we are having to relocate to a bigger city with bigger lights etc etc etc. any how, be great to see ya, Cheers Chris (Serotonin)

Flick, Brighton
i saw mUSE back in december at the brighton centre, and i loved every minit of it, shame they didn't play Feeling good, :( but i almost had as much fun seeing muse as i did seeing Aerosmith ^-^ And yes The Darkness really suck, including evenessence*** damn submit button

Gwen, LA
I LOVE MUSE they are the best and Matthew wow he is so talented and beautiful. MUSE the best band in the world !!

keith, london
i hate radiohead and coldplay but love muse, radiohead and coldplay can not be classed as rock like muse.

Hannah,Lordshill
Delays suck big time dey r sooo boring

Rosanna, Canterbury
whoa...you guys sure are big Muse fans and i'm not surprised cos they ROCK!!! Delays are AMAZING-Greg's voice melts my heart plus he is gorgeous! p.s. people who think the darkness are crap are correct...they SUCK!

Maria, Dublin
FOCUS!!! What an amazing band! Does anyone know where they are now?

Hannah, Nottingham
Hello, shall i go and see the Bees? Any views? Are they a bit old or what?

Axl Rose
Hey whats up?! Axl here, and I want to talk to you about a good old fashioned Rock band, Guild of Defiants. These boys know how to make rock happen and you know the best bit?, they have a CD out!! yep, its called the Gauntlet and you can go get it now from keithrecords. The band is wiked live and i rekon yall should catch one of their shows... Later Axl... www.guildofdefiants.com

sarah devon
muse rock matt bellamy is fit

Sophie / England
Muse / Muse are the best band that will eva live and the consets are the best.

Graeme Parton, Portsmouth
saw MUSE a few months ago, it was the best night of my life they were absolutely amazing, awesome the best live band inda world by far. the only bad thing that happened that night was Elbow , the support group, they were a load of shite, absolutely k-rap, tryin to imitate coldplay who might i say are k-rap themselves, woohoo SPAN are the next big thing they RAWK i canny wait 2 c em live on april 21st at portsmouth wedgewood rooms

Chippie Minton
subgiant; be sure to catch them this Thursday 8th april @ bartonka, bournemouth, see the showcase section of this site to find out what they are all about, no time?, Ok it's live breakbeat, dub &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; electronica, all played live, come check it out...

grace, Southapton
We love the LOOSE CANNONS and want to have all of their babies.hope my mum doesn't see this:)

kelly emb, lymington
Loose Cannons Think theyr'e fantastic, can't wait til album's out, all my friends at uni want fader..he's HOT

bekah, southampton
went to delays album launch last nite-so good, they're gonna go far!

DJ eeK. Bournemouth
I'm a dj specialising in working with live bands and alternative venues. I'm playing quality NEW music from accross the musical spectrum (and I mean DIVERSE!).If you're a band and want a dj support but don't want your punters' senses bludgeoned with rock music all night you're welcome to contact me.You can hear roughly what I'm up to at the RUBBER SOUL NITES on thursdays @ the Gander ( Thank you Conrad and Paul!). Enquiries from venues also welcome.

Martin, Southampton
I saw Bushbaby supporting Daughters Courageous at the Joiners on Saturday with three other bands. Without doubt they were the best on the stage. So much so that they were the only band the audience screamed at for an encore and the lead singer of the third band said on stage that he was 'blown away' by them. I can't believe they're not signed yet. They stamp all over pretty much every other band around at the moment!

Graeme Parton
goin 2 c SPAN in a few weeks cant wait, got der album yestaday they RAWK go buy mass distraction now!!

Luke, Eastbourne
Saw FLEEINGNEWYORK

Edward, Bristol
Rogar - Bushbaby video not available for sale yet. Band needs to secure a record deal first. Next gigs planned are Joiners, Southampton 3/4/04 and Infinity Club, Mayfair 12/5/04. Come along and chat with the band and they can update you on availability etc in person. Also, check out website for further info.

Cansy.,southampton
LOOSE CANNONS.......SLAMJAM sexy MAN..Lordy FADER and Kaiser sauce ....funkatasmodic, diff, LOVE EM ALL .MORE

Megan, herts
Muse are the best! The darkness suck!

Rogar, Richmond
BushBaby - fab DVD where can my friends buy it!

Kate, Hertfordshire
I saw Travis on monday night and they rocked. i managed to get right to the front and they were great!! Dougie looked really cute because he smiled the whole time and fran was really sweet. Keane were a really good supporting act and i cant wait til travis tour again!!

kate SCOT
I went to see Lostprophets at a Linkin Park gig! I know who they were and liked some of their stuff, i wouldnt have called my self a 'FAN' then! BUT THEY WERE AMAZIN!!!!!! i totaly loved it and now im hooked! Alot of ppl just like them coza Ian Watkins.... well that is a good reason , but hay! THEY KICKED ASS!!! x

Sarah, Fareham
Just listened to intent one of the new tracks by serotonin on the southampton website it Rocks go take a listen and check them out @ the wedgewood rooms in southsea on the 15th and 29th of april i will be

Jane , B'mouth
I went to see Travis last Sunday in b'mouth and it was the most amazing night. They were soo good live and i have to admit that before i went i wasn't that sure it would be that good but it totally blew me away! i love Travis now and especially Dougie !!!!

diana, madrid, spain
I don't know how Xavier Floyd Firebird sound now, but I went to their showcase in the jumpin jacks two years ago, when i was an erasmus student in soton, and i really liked them. I even met the spaish gilrfriend kenboy had.I've been looking for them since then, but as they changed their name i could't find them.I hope they record a cd or something

Martin, Somerset
Serotonin, jenny takes the line!! my lord its another great tunes by those guys :-) Lets BritROCK!!!!

wednesday rules
i love wednesday 13.

romford
Wednesday is the man. he made waiting around in the freezing cold for hours worth it. i a;most cried when i meet him. he was awsome in evey way.

Charly, Southampton
Hey don't be so harsh about Serpica. I know the band and they ARE young, but they can't help that, and DIY recording is the only way to do it when you have very little money. Give them credit, they have some catchy songs and the ones you featured on the showcase aren't the best. Everyone goes on about age, but you have to listen with an open mind. All bands start somewhere, and ambition should be encouraged (to an extent!). If a band is going to go out and get things done by themselves without having to pay loads to use a recording studio after just a few months of being together, then fair paly to them. Thanks.

Muderdollie glasgow
Wednesday 13 wednesday 13 and DBY were fantastic the best gig of the year by far if u can catch any of the remaining gigs u sooo have to!

Pete - Portsmouth
Serotonin Rock! Listen to their new tracks. I can't wait for their gigs at the Wedgewood Rooms on 15th &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; 29th April! Be there!

Rachel
hey guys, this might not seem the place to post this but here goes! What are the best electric guitar stings to get?! Thanks :) :) - P.S The Darkness Rock! :)

ashleigh pearce essex
lostprophets kick ass and Ian Watkins is soooooooooo FIT

Dave - Portsmouth
Just listened to serotonin's new tracks on the southampton showcase webpage they rock take a listen or come and watch them at the wedgewood rooms in southsea on the 29th of april

Bag
Dead Dead Dead! Fantastic new band! Check them out at the Venue (Town Quay) April 8th!

poole high lot
erin rocha- erin you got very far well done, ur gonna b a great sucess xx x

Mark - Southampton
Delays what a brilliant band also liked the support band Emmerhoff from Norway who supported them in January at Joiners what a treat

Patrick, Chicago
Delays are brilliant! Can't wait for "Faded Seaside Glamour" to be released. I listen to XFM online from the States.

Jeff, Bristol
Rat:Daddy all the way. March 20th, come up to Bristol and support the lads at The Reckless Engineer, Temple Gate.

mark
i saw THE ALASKAN PIPELINE recently, they are definately worth a look. check em out.

ingrid, Los Angeles
suede--it is one of the best bands i have every heard in my life, it is too bad and sad :( that the band split up without coming to Los Angeles. i am not a happy camper.

Serena, Plymouth/ Isle of Wight
You should all listen to Kody, especially the new demo track on the website, c'mon support the the smaller bands with something to say, not the corporate labels such as lostprophets, individuality is worth so much more than collectivism

lindsey, london
tony c and the truth..these u.s. lads really rock: bluesy rock with a dj..smashing mates! check them out-

vicky,north wales
on both the 16th of feb and 19th of feb me and some friends went to see lostprophets!omg! they so rock!!!they are amazing live!so gr8 that we went 2ce and met the band!they are such nice guys!dudes u rock ma socks!lol x

sarah @ work
Jupiter Few!! Caught them on XFM the other nite, they blinkin rule!!

gray ham bognor
brand new- completely blow me away at wedge. they completely rocked the walls the best experience

Rich, Southampton
Webbmanjones kick ass!

Jeff, Southampton
Webbmanjones are great

Sally Hillier
Webbmanjones- I went to see this band play as i'd heard great things about them. I thought they were great live. They really got the crowd going and we had a great time. Definately recommend seeing them.

Jim
I've just checked out the webbmanjones song on your site and those guys rock, even better live though i saw them at the railway on wednesday, funky as you like! check it!

Katie Newcastle,Tyne and Wear
I just love Feeder soooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much they are the greatest band on the planet eva and I should know i've loved them since the begginning and they rock my world, eat your heart out Coldplay or any of that trash good music, my arse!!!!!! so i'd just like to say to any none Feeder fans that you are LOSERS and should get a life! (don't take offence). Also Grant Nicholas is the fittest man ever and i love his guts!!!!

Martin
MUSE: I saw them at Reading Festival 2002, they made the weekend for me. Went to see Foo Fighters but they were nothing compared to Muse. Best live act I've ever seen!!!

Felix- Cmabridge
MUSE WILL RULE THE WORLD COZ THEY'RE SO GREAT!!!

Berghaus (Luton)
Air: 19th Feb Guildhall. I drove for three hours to see Air in concert. Having waited literally years to see them live I wasn't disappointed at all. I thoroughly enjoyed the evening and the drive back, though it took another two hours was well worth it. The guildhall is a great venue and I'm afraid I can't seem to find any criticism about Air's performance. What an excellent night. No myths shattered here...

tialpupva (brighton)
lostprophets were better than expected on fri 13th feb they sure managed to pull of any unwanted compliments in my eyes anyway i just think hopefully ova people that were there might agree with me.

Anna, Lincolnshire
Muse r the best rock band in the world without a doubt and i seriously hope they know it, they should have got that Best British Rock Group Brit without a doubt, not the darkness but im sure bellamy knows deep down that he truly is a winner! Long live muse, keep doing what you do guys coz its amazing!

helen, surrey
lostprophets absolutly rule!!! ian's so fine---but...they are nothing compared with MUSE!!! if god made music he wud be Mat Bellamy!!! jeez do i luv that guy or what?!?

PJ Harvey
The Sonic Underground are fresh and will go to the top - no doubt.

Mark, Southampton
I've know Dilutral for years now and they rock , amazing band, amazing songs. seriously going places, mark my words !

Ollie, M'boro
I really just gotta say that muse r the best band in the world, n matthew james bellamy is the stuff legends are made of.

Pluto, Salisbury
Rat:Daddy - out of this world. Vunderawk!

Lolly, Bournemouth
Soma High...please tell me who writes the crap on the website?? "Sound more like Radiohead than Radiohead"??? Has this person ever actually listened to Radiohead or has he predictable decided that anything that dares to sound slightly different from the poncey guitar based ******** of the moment has to be wrapped up in a little "sounds like Radiohead" package. Get a life and listen to some more music mate please, you're an embarassment to your profession

Ash, Crawley
The delays are fit!!! (yes I am male)

Jilly &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; kay Birkenhead
Muse in manchester was the best gig weve eva been to matt belamy is god

Melissa, Los Angeles
Jesse Lacey is an amazing song writer and it doesn't hurt that he's extremely sexy and hot!

Bob, bobland
Muse is absolutely spiffing. I may sound stupid but i'm serious. They rock

KELL
BRAND NEW am sorry but everyone else sucks this is the best band lyrics rule xoxoxox

Doctor Black - Southampton
I've just got to say that the new single from the Stranglers really rocks! It takes me be to the late seventies when the old punks first burst onto the scene. Anyone who's too young to remember that should go out tomorrow and get the new single "Big Thing Coming" and get ready for the Stranglers' second coming!

a fan, southampton
Webbmanjones - wicked band saw them on wed night, they ruled. check them out!!!!!!!

SoCorazy, CA
I saw Something Corporate play with Good Charlotte... the show was amazing!! I got a copy of soco's cd while interning at Universal, I loved it. Watch out in March for them to be setting off on tour with Yellowcard

john bournemouth
the best up and coming band of the year is for sure BROKEN CORD. these guys are dubbed to be the next big band with the next ablbum to hit the shelves of all good record stores near you this summer. you will be amazed.i was.

Laura and yut Southampton
BRAND NEW! soooooooooo goood

Louise BMTH
Candlefire are going to be huge! Watch this space!

peter southampton
the alaskan pipeline are worth a look

Anita, Southampton
If you are to do anything this weekend, you must go and see Murmur at either the Nexus, Friday 16th or the Joiners Saturday 17th.

luke portsmouth
if anyone has just read the comments about AUBREY LEMMON dated 6 march 03, them please dont pay any attention to them!!! they are a brilliant band and put a lot of effort into every show they do. me and my girlfriend have seen them a few times now and loved every show.they have a single out called what in the world and i think they are gonna be big so go and judge them for yourselves and dont go by some idiots opinion!!

MARTIN PORTSMOUTH
AUBREY LEMMON. fantastic band.absolutly brilliant live. if they play in your area, be sure to go see them you wont be disappointed. just bought their first single 'what in the world' and its great. if anyone has heard of them or seen them play go and buy it its well worth it

Ozzy Whyte, Weymouth
Muse are probably britains best band at the moment ..there different and sound great. Truely one the best live bands you could ever seen BIG WHITE BALLOONS

smokey, birmingham
Myne Bi Rite are the BEST band I've EVER seen! Rock like its supposed to be! Their in the birmingham area next week, so if you like rock, you'll love these!

Katrine, Denmark
MEW - they are not so famous yet, but listen to the music and you'll get crazy! its just amazing! Mew i love you!

Claire, London
There really is no competition...Plastik are by the best band in the South. Check out their website at www.plastik.co.uk

Becca, Shrewsbury UK
I think Erins single is really good. I dont normally listen to her type of music but its a real change from all the other machine made music in the charts. well done.xx

michaela emmet
MUSE they are the best i have been a loyal fan for about 3 yrs i lov them soooooo much and a always will do they rock so do all of their songs and i mean all of them so people out there if you have good music tast go for muse and listen to the wicked new born that is one of my favorite songs + try coma that is a brillient song but then again i like all of them so whos complaining i also adore matthew bellamy he is so fine keep up the fanstastic work guy's +well done and thanks with the londen 27 nov gig that waza fab gig...weel time to go muse rock michaela

steve, southampton
What a fool i have been, tried to share my big secret with you about FLEEINGNEWYORK as the best band in Southampton and I've gone and given the wrong date for their next gig!! They are at the Joiners on the 13th of Jan, rumour has it that it could be the last gig before being signed by a major. Good luck FLEEINGNEWYORK.

Patricia
MuSe:i Think they are the greatest band ^_^ i like their music so much is so touching for me like the lyrics i hope they can came to my country (indonesia) i hope ... ^_^

Nicola Brighton
ERIN ROCHA. Am i hearing the same to everyone else? How can u say she has an amazin voice? She doesnt even come close to an amzing voice! To be quite frank I thnk april fools has come early because it's a complete joke!

Lou from the U.S.
Just heard Erin Rocha's new song for the first time. It sounds great, this youg lady has a bright future ahead of her, I wish her all the best.

James Williams, 16, Cambridgeshire
ERIN ROCHA - I can't stop listening to your second track "It's your love that I miss". Look 4ward to your album :)

Kathis, Sweden
Erin Rocha - What a song.. hit me in the stomach.. so beautiful.. the arrangement.. the lyrics.. everything is pure class. It's nice with beautiful music for a change.

Colin
Yes WWW.FLEEINGNEWYORK.CO.UK are the greatest band in southampton. I had never seen them before and they are the best. So go and watch us at the Joiners on the 29th Jan. They will be great.

lane/poole high
great song erin, good luck!

TONY,SOUTHAMPTON
SPYDERBABY..(WHOSE THE DARKNESS?), SAY NO MORE.........

Gemzie, Northants
omg I love Muse!! Muse are teh r0x. *fluffles all Muse-icians* :D

Jenni Poole high
Erin rocha, she's got the most amazin voice i've ever heard. Every1 at school loves her 2 bits she definitely deserves to eb xmas no.1 over those advertised pop bands that can't even sing in tune. Good on ya Erin xxxx

Megan
Erin Rocha, played cello in her vid and she is the most luvly, well deserving person. Go Erin, we're all behind ya!

Kayz Romsey
Muse- They were truely amazing at the BIC so great. they are definantley worth going to see live and Matt Bellamy chucked my mates shoe!!!!:) great gig!!

charlie from poole high
erin ur a star ur gonna make it mate def. deserves no.1 (not jus sayin that) shes a gr8 singer n certainly gonna be a star!!

Jean, Shrewsbury
Delays have to be Southamptons best export they are amazing sorry Soton you're going to have to share them with the rest of the country from now

Damien,Kent
Muse-Their tour was great and so is thier music.long live bellamy

Beckie - Bournemouth
Just popped by to say that Blur were amazing at the BIC last friday. Their performance just blew me a way and its nice to see how normal they really were. xx

Ivan, from Cambridge
Just when pop music seems to have turned into one allmighty Eurovision Song contest along comes ERIN ROCHA singing like she's in love with the song and not showing how clever she is,hope she's top for Xmas and beats the great marketing waggons from so called experts plugging vocal athletes!

Steve...Southampton
Saw FLEEINGNEWYORK @ the Joiners last week without question the best band in Southampton at the moment, how can 3 people make so much noise but still get a tune over??? Was Emmas diving in the drums at the end accident or stage managed...whatever great show. Can't wait to see them on the 29th Jan at the Joiners again.

Ben. Swansea
Erin Rocha - Incredible singer. Truly deserves Xmas No. 1

Katrina Davey, St Ives, Cambridgeshire
Erin Rocha, oh my god Erin apparently is my second cousin and I have not met her just. Congraulations it seems that talent runs through every one of our family members. Good luck for christmas No.1

Ant - Leeds
Erin Rocha, it's a fantastic song, and she deserves to be the xmas No.1 more than any of the here today gone tomorrow so called pop idols of reality TV

Nicholas Barrett, Isle of Wight
Erin Rocha, she has a great voice and I hope she goes far. She certainly will have a lot more than 15 mins of fame.

erin-louise poole
i fink erin is goin 2 go so far every1 at poole high r behind her her songs great!!! well done

smudge, college
Muse. theres no real need to comment on their muse-ic because you cannot describe what is truely amazing (and thats an understatement)

poole high
ERIN ROCHA the song is amazing and i think that it will make number one!!!!!luv sarahxx

Cate Davies, Gosport (currently Bristol, originall
I was lost in the abyss of current music - until now, The Delays are fantastic, beautifully refreshing!

Thor, Salisbury
Dark Craftsmen; Big up, Tek 9. You talk a proper piece of promotion and you run a wicked lyric. Happy it's all come together for you, son.

paul-southampton
saw delays supportin ocean colour scene in september. Real home grown quality!

uncle brian child
i know ben from uncle brian! they rule and always will!

Nath-Portsmouth
Aubrey lemmon are a great band, there new single 'what in the world' is comming out soon and thats cool. If they come down locally I recomend you go see em cos they play the catchyest tunes ever.

queen becki, Northampton
Delays: Delays are my absolutly MOST favourite band ever! I love them more than I loved spice girls when i was 10 (and thats saying something!) The singles are fantastic, and I can't wait till january when the album and new single comes out. Mucho love for Delays!!! xxxx

Chloe, Hampshire
Darkness were amazing! i love the lead singer

Oli, London
Delays. Saw 'em support The Sleepy Jackson in the Astoria, absolutely amazing.

leighton-southampton
uncle brian WHAT A CLASS ACT YOU GUYS ARE. WHEN ARE YOU COMING TO SOUTHAMPTON

Hannah P, Shrewsbury
I love the darkness and there song I Belive In A Thing Called Love. I would listen to all day if i wanted hope they do well in the charts. Love their deepe st fan

Mark
Delays are the best new band around and being from Southampton what a joy. They rocked the Joiners last week role on the album

princess tamar, northants
Delays. The delays aer definately one of the best bands around at the moment. Keep up the great work guys :)

Southampton
The Real Sweet Deal, supporting delays at the joiners blew my mind! they were almost as good as delays!!!

DUKE
Careless....everybody on this board so far have been right about carless...I saw them at the joiners on the 18th too and they were sheer punk/pop genius......would most certainly see them again.

Sarah Jane &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; Jessica Portsmouth
Careless and Farse are playing at Joiners on Friday 21st, Does anyone know how much tickets are? or how to get in touch with careless? xxx

Naomi
i came and watched u in saisbary and u r wicked Uncle brian it woz great ur the best band

mike...southhampton
just heard the new release from Vertical Horizon - the new track "I'm Still Here" is superb

Squint, Southampton
Rat:Daddy are back at the Joiners on 26th November. Thought I'd just mention this due to the interest on this board.

Lisa ,Bournemouth
I don't like Craig David that mush and don't know what the fuss is all about. His music is kinda boring.

Cola, Los Angeles
Hey, There's a brand new track by Rufus Wainwright on Nettwerk America's forthcoming Christmas compilation, "Maybe This Christmas Too." The compilation also features new holiday songs by Guster, Sixpence None The Richer, Avril Lavigne &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; Chantal Kreviazuk, Rilo Kiley and a bunch of others, including a rare cover of "Winter Wonderland" by the Flaming Lips.

kev - southampton
been to see quite a few local bands @ joiners recently. careless always impress, rat daddy blew me away (1st time i've seen them) and red sky did well for a 1st gig (front man has really good presence and cool trousers!).

chix
Red Sky, Joiners Fantastic night, have been looking forward to Red Sky Debut for a while, not dissapointed! Great arrangements, Great lyrics, very enjoyable to watch. Comment to the Joiners, "Don't EVER hire that sound man again!!!"

Mark, Southampton
If you like Primus, you'll LOVE Toupee and they&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;#8217;re from dan saaf too, so you can get to see them live! Check out the local gig guides.

Ed
I agree with what everyone's saying about careless, theyre EXCELLENT.

Dean Christchurch
Flaming Lips at the BIC, being a bit of an old hippy the gig was fantrousertastic. Really great, sound great, band great, music great; you don't get better than that.

Neil, Bournemouth
Flaming Lips - flamin' brilliant!!!

Brandie IL
PRIMUS is the best band in the world! They make all the other bands look like total losers. Check out their killer cd/dvd that has just been released!

jessica collins - portsmouth
careless. I went to see Schizm play at the joiners last saturday, and They didnt turn up. The two bands shring the headline were pretty cool though! Ratdaddy were on last, they had a kinda raunchy 80s rock sound? Kinda sexy! They had to cut short as Their Amps blew up? The other Band Careless were Crazy! Their singer was realy funny, and me and my friends all agreed that they have a Lot going for them! All together i Give them both a 5 out of 5. a night saved by some decent Lockal Rock! x

Sarah Jane, Portsmouth
CARELESS, "I saw these boys the other night Saturday 18th? at Southampton Joiners? They are MENTAL! The most isane band I have watched ince Electric Six! Im Well up for seeing Them again! The Singer looks Like hes on Drugs,and they dont have that "worship me im amazing" thing most bands have. There Realy friendly as well as having some funny songs (Jeans/Gaybar anyone?) any more dates? ***** Sarah Jane Collins

Pete Batt, Southampton
Rat Daddy - Went to Joiners Saturday to see Schism who didnt turn up - No reasons given ! So Rat Daddy headlined and we were blown away. Probably wouldnt have stayed but I remembered seeing the earlier msg on this board about RD. So we stayed and discovered a truly incredible new band. We all agreed that RD will be really big. Best unknown band I've ever seen. They even blew up the Joiners electrics which meant the end of the nightand we left gagging for more. Will not miss their next gig ! INCREDIBLE

Rockstock Romsey
Replying to Alun Wickhams msg : Yes you can get Eddie and that Eddie and the Hot Rods track on their album The End of the Beginning.I even have it in my shop.

Squint, Southampton
Rat:Daddy - really good local rock band playing all over UK. Rarely play locally though. At the Joiners this Saturday 18th - great band !

martin, fareham
starsailor??....boring, boring, boring

Kim, Chandlers Ford
Starsailor - Southampton Guildhall Starsailor rocks, I was right at the front of the gig and couldn't have had a better time. Starsailor were completely rocking!!!! Professional, all inspiring, talented and dead emotionally provoking. A great gig guys, keep up the good work!!!!

Bob .. Dorchester
Uncle Brian .. Ok man u totali rule. Keep Up the gud work dudes

Alun Wickham - Wolverhampton
Does anybody remember Eddie &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; the hot rods doing "beginning of the end"?. Still trying to track down the CD!

Alun Wickham - Wolverhampton
Can anybody remember Eddie &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; the hot rods doing "Beginning of the end"? Still trying to obtain the cd!

clint, wv
shinedown, great new band, good solid rock,

rich...stubbington
good to see nicola really got over all that bad acne

Kate, Lymington
saw Har Mar Superstar at the Wedge last week - mad bloke with really funky toons!