We compiled a list of our favourite releases from January as well as some exciting concerts happening in February!

Each year brings the unexpected when it comes to music. Small artists become household names, fresh tracks and sounds dominate the charts and hearts of listeners, and new albums defy and challenge the norms of the music industry. 2025 saw the dawn of some of our favorite new musicians, songs, and albums, and we here at Sonic Hub just have to share them with you! Here are our top 10 songs of 2025, in no particular order.  TRUE BELIEVER, HAYLEY WILLIAMS “True Believer” is Hayle

Beth McCarthy headlining O2 Kentish Town Forum, November 30th 2025, supported by CATTY

The Barcelona singer turning queer feelings, raw emotion, and real-life contradictions into bold, atmospheric soundtracks for anyone living life a little too intensely. Barcelona-based artist Claudia Allmang  describes her music in the simplest, sharpest terms: “I make lesbian music.”  But behind that playful declaration sits a universe of contrasts —softness and seduction, euphoria and pain, politics and instinct all colliding inside her sound. For Claudia,  intimacy doesn’t

On the 25th of November 2025, over halfway through his Stella Artour  (yes named after the drink), Arthur Hill lit up Chalk Venue in Brighton with his incredible set and lots of ‘Dad dancing’. Opening for Hill was Benjamin Steer, along with his guitarist Luke and drummer Marco. Steer’s “2nd time in Brighton”  was not one to forget, with his fantastic set and music style that one could describe as being a combination between Alec Benjamin and Shawn Mendes. Self-describing his

From the release of the much-awaited EP ‘ Voyeur ’ to two high-profile opening slots for Tate McRae and Dua Lipa and a current EU/UK tour, 2025 has certainly been a rose-tinted year for singer-songwriter Alessi Rose. Whilst her upward trajectory is easily chartered online by means of a deeply dedicated fanbase, seeing it live as Rose took the stage at Brighton Dome for her first ever Brighton show made it all the more electrifying. The crowd arrived decked in the ‘ Voyeur ’ t

“This is my favourite show, I’m having so much fun,” Sunday (1994)’s lead vocalist Paige Turner announced mid-set, as she moved towards the her bandmate, guitarist Lee Newell. It’s hard to fathom that the LA-based dream-pop group’s first single only came out last year, judging by the size and devotion of the crowd that filled EartH Theatre on Thursday night. Fresh off a very successful run of European dates and a summer on the UK festival circuit, the band returned to London

Isle of Wight natives Wet Leg are back on the road, touring the UK and EU until 27 November in celebration of their new album ‘Moisturizer’ . Kicking off their run at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Thursday, 13th November, the group showcased their growth and delivered one of their strongest shows to date. After two openers and a long build-up, anticipation in the room was high. Anyone who has seen Wet Leg before knows they never shy away from giving their all. Lead singe

Nothing says spooky season like cold, dark evenings, horror films, and Halloween costumes. Whether it’s for a cosy night in, a party, or pumpkin carving, the perfect choice of film or song can set the scene for a great night. Here are a few of the Sonic Hub team’s favourites to get you in the mood for this Halloween! Spooky Tunes Arguably the most famous song associated with Halloween, Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ seems to feature on everybody’s Halloween playlist. And of co

It’s official: hard life  are back . The indie-pop band, formerly known as easy life , returned to the stage on Tuesday (28 October 2025) at O2 Academy Leeds for the first night of their ‘ Onion  Tour’ , marking the start of a new era and the release of their third studio album. Leeds was stop number one of seven, and the Sonic Hub  team was there to witness the comeback in full force. Opening the night was rising UK songwriter Woody, who delivered an emotionally charged set

Small venues make everything feel more intimate, and as the blue-tinted lights of Hoxton Hall flooded the room, you could feel the excitement in the air as the crowd waited patiently for Oregon native Alec Duckart, also known as Searows, to take the stage.  To warm up the chilly air, Hetta Falzon lulled the audience with a beautiful marriage of pop and jazz, singing about not fitting in, comparing oneself to peers, and struggling with anxiety. It was the perfect start to the

Sonic Hub was back at All Things Go this year, and though the sun was far too hot for the end of September, the weekend was stacked with impressive performances from both smaller and well-established artists. From Rachel Chinouriri to Doechii, here are some of our favourite performances of the weekend.

Barcelona’s Razzmatazz was already alive with anticipation long before Lauren Spencer-Smith stepped on stage, thanks to her pre-show...

Once again, Charleville-Mézières turned into a global music hub from 14th to 17th August, with the 19th edition of Cabaret Vert delivering four days of heat, sweat, and surprises to the green heart of the Ardennes, and welcoming over 100,000 festival-goers. 

Bristol Downs took centre stage for another successful edition of Forwards Bristol, a two-day festival filled with music, art and a...

Dorset’s We Out Here Festival was back again this year for its 6 th  edition, a 4-day outing celebrating soul, jazz, hip-hop, house and...

All Points East returned for its 6th edition in the iconic Victoria Park last weekend, with two days celebrating the best in R&B, dance and electronic music. On Saturday, 16 August, Cleo Sol, Chronixx and SAULT headlined with their groundbreaking production Provenance in its first-ever festival slot, while Sunday, 17 August, saw electronic music veterans Chase & Status turn Victoria Park into the biggest club night in town.

We Out Here Festival Day 1 Photos

Forwards Bristol Festival is returning for its 2025 edition, on Saturday 23rd August and Sunday 24th August, and this time around, it’s set to be bigger and bolder than ever. The festival, held at Bristol Downs, aims to present “high quality, diverse and heritage music acts alongside emerging artists from Bristol & beyond”, and serves as a love letter to the city, heralded as one of the most prolific music capitals in the UK.

Have you ever found your mind drifting to Ethel Cain’s debut album ‘Preacher’s Daughter’ , and mused on who is the boy she dreams of a...