Skindred have established themselves as icons in the UK metal scene, with appearances at Slam Dunk and

Hoards of fans and punters alike cram themselves wall to wall in the hope of getting an unobscured view

Following the abrupt announcement of an impending hiatus, Doncaster-based alternative rock band The Blinders

Featured image: Esther Roberts Crimson lights bathe the crevices of The Castle’s wooden vaulted ceiling

Featured image and gallery: Gracie Hall Alaska-based Medium Build, aka Nick Carpenter, opens up the evening