Nicola Craig

Photo Credit: Maryleen (North – Pics #1 to #65) and Anthony Hunt (South – Pics #66 to #131) As we arrived in hot, sunny Hatfield fresh off our train from Kings Cross it was time for one of our favourite days of the year. Slam Dunk South! For us this really marks the start of the festival season as we get always get a chance to see some of our favourite bands whilst finding new ones  in between.

Marking their 20th anniversary, Slam Dunk Festival is back in Hatfield on 23rd May and in Leeds on 24th May 2026. With another stacked line-up including two heavy stages with no-clashes, it’s a line-up where everyone is going to be able to find something they enjoy. Not sure who to check out on the day? Here are five bands we’d recommend fitting into your schedule for the day.

Photo Credit: @Taefphotos Welcome To Dreamhouse. Walking into The Lower Third on Denmark Street, there was a sense of excitement, anticipation and whispers about what was actually to come from tonight. On this chilly Tuesday night, it was the debut live show for Dreamhouse; Alex Stacey, Connor Ball and James McVey with drummer Will Raybould joining for the first live shows.