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"Writing about music is like dancing about architecture"

LISTEN: Kids In Glass Houses Stream Comeback Single 'Drive'

Kids In Glass Houses' comeback single 'Drive' is now streaming online after its surprise release on UK iTunes last night. 'Drive' is the Welsh rockers' first…

The Great Escape Festival: Day 2 Round-Up Review

It was Day Two (Thursday) of The Great Escape Festival and, thankfully, the forecast rain was nowhere to be seen. There was no sign of…
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amyjoebloggs 22 hrs ago

The Great Escape Festival: Day 1 Round-Up Review

This weekend was my first time at The Great Escape Festival. Dubbed as Europe’s answer to SXSW, I had very high expectations. Having enjoyed  affiliated…

UK Tour Announcements Round-Up

Lost track of this week's UK tour news? Me too. If you're overwhelmed by the amount of bands announcing UK shows then this is for you…
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amyjoebloggs May 13, 2013

INTERVIEW: Blitz Kids Talk New Sound, New Label and Cracking America (Hopefully)

nbsp; Blitz Kids are fast becoming one of the UK's most exciting rock acts. With a new label backing the release of their second album…
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amyjoebloggs May 10, 2013

Ten Of The Hottest Acts Playin…

In 7 days time, Europe's largest new music festival The Great Escape will descend on the seaside coast of Brighton, UK. It's the perfect time…
10 new pics
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amyjoebloggs May 09, 2013

Let's Discuss: We Are The Ocean Pull Out Of Slam Dunk South To Play Different Festival

With less than three weeks to go until Slam Dunk Festival, We Are The Ocean have announced that they will be cancelling their appearance at…
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amyjoebloggs May 06, 2013

Daft Punk Cover War: Patrick Stump V Daughter V A Man And His Flute

Daft Punk's 'Get Lucky' is undoubtedly one of this year's most contagious songs. It's crept so far into today's zeitgeist that it's already fast becoming…
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amyjoebloggs May 03, 2013

LISTEN: Red Bull Reveals Unsigned Talent Shortlisted To Play Download

Emerging British talent is at the core of all blogs that focus on the best of new music. Red Bull are keen supporters of new…
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amyjoebloggs Apr 30, 2013

Why Music Reviews Still Matter In 2013

Music reviews matter. Or at least, I hope they do. However, when albums are streamed weeks before release, many claim that they don’t – but…

POLL: Attack! Attack! (UK) and Attack Attack! (US) Have Both Split, But Who Do You Prefer?

Despite their almost identical namesakes, Attack! Attack! (UK) and Attack Attack! (US) both stubbornly refused to change their monikers. However, the fight is now over…
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amyjoebloggs Apr 24, 2013

15 Of The Best British Festiva…

Whenever Coachella passes, British music fans find themselves cursing their country as they jealously glare across the Atlantic. The same thing happens with SXSW, Warped…
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amyjoebloggs Apr 21, 2013

Three For Free TGE Special: Free Music From Gavin James, Mikill Pane and FilosofischeStilte

The Great Escape Festival has announced its final run of acts for 2013. Europe's answer to SXSW will see 350+ bands take over 30 venues…
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amyjoebloggs Apr 17, 2013

REVIEW: Fall Out Boy - 'Save Rock and Roll'

‘Save Rock and Roll’ hasn’t been released yet but there’s already an abundance of reviews – from journalists and fans, in-print and online. With a…

Why I'm Back Into Paramore

I've been doubting Paramore. When I first heard 'Still Into You', I stopped looking forward to their fourth album. I wanted it to blow me…
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  • Member Since: 2011-07-14

About Me:

So I'm Amy (or Amy Jo McLellan if we want to be formal) and I'm a music junkie. I also like to dance about architecture.

Interests:

cinema, gigs, music

Favorite Music:

Fall Out Boy, Kids In Glass Houses, My Chemical Romance, Panic! at the Disco, Patrick Stump

Favorite Movies:

Black Swan, Elf, Its A Wonderful Life, The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Favorite TV Shows:

An Idiot Abroad, Bobs Burgers, Family Guy, Mock The Week, Peep Show, The Cleveland Show

Favorite Books:

Strange Case Of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde