Party In The Park 2013 // Live & Backstage Report

It may have been the first time that Party in the Park, (with 96.3 Radio Aire and Leeds City Council), charged for entry but, with a hefty line-up of chart topping pop acts to look forward to, no one was deterred. The rain may have put in an untimely appearance, but certainly didn’t dampen spirits; Party in the Park pulled it off once again this year with a star-studded line up. 

Est.1987 were on-hand at Temple Newsham Estate to bring you all the action from the site, both behind the scenes and out on stage. Click below to read our full live report…

Bam Margera’s F**kface Unstoppable Tour Review // Leeds O2 Academy

Bam Margera; his name is synonymous with anarchy and chaos, oh and hit shows such as Jackass and Viva La Bam. A skateboarder come stuntman, he’s also directed films and hosted his own radio show. However, Bam is now trying his hand at fronting a band, aptly named “F**kface Unstoppable”. Having already sold out shows in Australia and his native America, the MTV star is bringing the tour to the UK.

Est.1987 headed down to Leeds’ O2 Academy intrigued as just what the show had to offer…

Justin Pearson, RETOX // Exclusive Interview & Live Review

From Locust to Swing Kids and now Retox, Justin Pearson has been a prolific part of the punk scene for nearly a decade. 
Est.1987 headed down to Leeds to check out Retox’s headline show and Justin took time out before the show to chat with us about his musical endeavours, changes in the punk scene and why Christina Aguilera is a “punk ass motherf****r”

Jimmy Eat World // UK Tour Announcement

Jimmy Eat World released their seventh studio album, "Damage", last month. As well as the album they have been over in the UK playing Download Festival and a sold out show at London's KOKO. 

They continue their live onslaught with news of an extensive UK tour in support of "Damage", which kicks off on September 5th in Birmingham culminating in a show at London's Brixton Academy on November 19th. 

To find out all the tour dates click below...

Jurassic 5 // Live Review, Leeds O2 Academy

Hip hop heroes Jurassic 5 may have been away for a while, having split up back in 2007. However, they are back and on their much anticipated reunion tour after their first set in seven years at the recent Coachella music festival.

Now bringing the tour to the UK, Est.1987 headed down to Leeds’ O2 Academy to see what the genre heavyweights had in store…

Heaven's Basement // Interview & Live Review

Heaven’s Basement may  be one of the hardest working bands around. Their relentless touring has gained them a hefty reputation for putting on one hell of a live show. Their much anticipated debut album “Filthy Empire” came out earlier this year and the band has been riding the crest of a wave ever since. Est.1987 headed down to the sold out Manchester Sound Control show to catch up with the guys and chat about their live show, recording the debut and how they’re “fundamentally all too idiotic to get real jobs”…

Attention Thieves // New Song, "Take A Bow" & EP Release

 Attention Thieves are pleased to announce the release of the "Hard Truths" EP on September 16th. The six-track affair will be the first release on the HYPE.LBL, a new label set up by the Hype Clothing Company. The first fruits of the EP can be heard online now, in the form of lead single, "Take A Bow". 

To hear the new single, read our interview with the band and find out where you can catch the guys this summer click below...

Rise Against // Release Long Forgotten Songs: B-Sides & Covers 2000-2013

Rise Against have just announced that they will release "Long Forgotten Songs: B-Sides & Covers 2000 – 2013" on September 9th on Interscope Records. The band are set to be back in the UK on 16th November to headline Warped UK at Alexandra Palace. 

To find out more about the release, when you can pre-order and get your hands on a teaser clip click below...