Latest Gig, Live, Concert and Tour Reviews from NME.COM

The Last Shadow Puppets

A suitably monumental setting for a few lessons in rock’n’roll history and their final (for now) shows. New York City (October 30)

Nov 13, 2008
2 comments

Little Boots

In an all-too-brief six-song set, our synth-toting heroine beats the PA problems and wins hearts. New Hero, Brighton (September 9)

Oct 3, 2008

Cage The Elephant

The questionable charm of their records come alive on a drizzly night in the West Midlands. Coventry (November 1)

Nov 13, 2008

Broken Records

A tale of two cities. King Tuts Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow (September 23)

Oct 3, 2008

Antony & The Johnsons

The London Symphony Orchestra aid the angelic giant in creating a vision of beauty and wonderment. London (October 31)

Nov 13, 2008

Crystal Castles, Metronomy, The Big Pink/Lele [Speaks]

The electro-punk noise marauders and their new friends bring the (white) noise to the capital. Electric Ballroom (September 18)

Oct 3, 2008
1 comment

The Killers

Suspend your disbelief now – Brandon and co return with more glam bombast than the Proms. London (November 3)

Nov 13, 2008
1 comment

Katy Perry

The ZZZZZZZ factor. Monto Water Rats, London (September 10)

Sep 26, 2008
1 comment

The Bronx

Beautiful carnage. KCLSU, London (October 27)

Nov 7, 2008

Heartbreak

The world might end soon, so let's have a dance. Proud Galleries, London (September 13)

Sep 26, 2008

BBC Electric Proms

Auntie serves up a series of special shows, string sections and, er, Saturday Night Fever. Various Venues (October 22-26)

Nov 7, 2008
1 comment

TV On The Radio

Their new album might just have leaked, but the Brooklynites are in a playful mood. Starlite Lounge, Edmonton, Canada (September 10)

Sep 26, 2008

Fall Out Boy

A Pete Wentz and co. gig that really is torture...London Dungeon (October 23)

Nov 7, 2008

Pendulum

Critical acclaim may elude them, Ibizan adoration does not. Ibiza Rocks Closing Party, The Hippodrome, San Rafael, Ibiza (September 9)

Sep 18, 2008
4 comments

Klaxons

The new rave warriors return to action in South America with new songs and bigger sound. TIM Festival @ Ibirapuera Arena, Sao Paulo (October 23)

Nov 7, 2008
2 comments

Bestival

Just when you thought this year's sog-fest was over, it's time for one last dance in the wellies. Robin Hill Country Park, Isle Of Wight (September 5 - 7)

Sep 18, 2008

Amazing Baby, Chairlift, Apache Beat

Four of 2009’s most exciting American acts rock our little NYC shindig. Oh, and our man Dev...Club NME @ CMJ, The Annex, New York (October 21)

Oct 31, 2008

Santogold

The songs are gold, but live they don't glitter. Koko, London (September 3)

Sep 18, 2008
2 comments

Rolo Tomassi

They might be young, but there's nothing naïve about the Sheffield five-piece's prog-core roar. King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow (October 19)

Oct 31, 2008

Offset Festival

Wireless it ain't - introducing a proper alternative. Hainault Forest Country Park, London (August 30 - 31).

Sep 12, 2008
1 comment

Foals

Stepping up to a venue that’s housed legends, Yannis' mob show they're big enough beasts to fill it. Brixton Academy, London (October 16)

Oct 31, 2008

The Dodos

Their endless intricate flights of psych-folk fancy proving both hypnotic and visually arresting. King Tut's Wah Hut, Glasgow (September 3).

Sep 11, 2008

Iceland Airwaves Festival

Their economy may be screwed, but their music scene and annual festival are still booming. Various venues, Reykjavik (October 15-18)

Oct 31, 2008

Oasis

Digging out their souls and easing into their world tour in Canada, they sound mountainous. Pengrowth Saddledome, Canada (August 30).

Sep 11, 2008
1 comment

Fucked Up

Punk's not dead, it's playing a 12-hour gig in a shop. Rogan, New York (October 14)

Oct 24, 2008

Kids In Glass Houses/Crimesss

Two of south Wales' finest gather in an NME readers kitchen for a house party that no-one will ever forget. Jen Long’s House, Cardiff (August 27).

Sep 11, 2008

Elbow

Mercury winners bask in their long-overdue recognition. Roundhouse, London (October 11)

Oct 24, 2008
3 comments

Be Your Own Pet

Sadly, not the chaotic kiss-off we were hoping for. Dingwalls, London (August 26)

Sep 5, 2008
1 comment

Diesel xXx

The Diesel xXx gigs taking place around the world simultaneously. Matter, London (October 11)

Oct 24, 2008

Conor Oberst And The Mystic Valley Band

Bright Spark. Carling Academy 2, Birmingham (August 23).

Sep 5, 2008

Ladyhawke

She’s got the tunes, but not the confidence. Yet...Komedia, Brighton (September 30)

Oct 10, 2008
3 comments

The Gaslight Anthem

The New Jersey Boss acolytes have us all tingly. ULU, London (August 25)

Sep 5, 2008

Weezer

Finally, Rivers has cast off the sulky facade to do what he does best – put on an incredible rock show. Madison Square Garden, New York (September 24)