After years away, Marmozets have not returned quietly. They have kicked the door back open with CO.WAR.DICE., a furious, emotional and brilliantly unpredictable comeback record that reminds everyone exactly why they became one of the most exciting British alternative bands of the last decade in the first place. For those unfamiliar with their story, Marmozets emerged from West Yorkshire in the early 2010s sounding like absolutely nobody else around them. Led by the explosive presence of Becca Bottomley alongside brothers Sam and Josh Macintyre and guitarist Jack Bottomley, the band fused post-hardcore chaos, math-rock precision, punk energy and huge melodic hooks into something thrillingly volatile. At a time when British rock risked becoming formulaic, Marmozets arrived like a controlled explosion. Their breakthrough album, The Weird and Wonderful Marmozets, turned them into one of the UK’s most talked-about heavy bands almost overnight. They toured relentlessly, destroyed festival stages and built a reputation for live performances that felt completely untamed. But after 2018’s Knowing What You Know Now, the band largely disappeared from the spotlight, leaving many wondering if Marmozets had quietly become another cult band lost to time. CO.WAR.DICE. answers that question emphatically. This is not simply a reunion album fuelled by nostalgia or obligation. This sounds like a band reborn. The ferocity is still here — those jagged riffs, the sudden tempo shifts, the chaos threatening to spill over the edges at any moment — but there is something deeper running through the record now. Parenthood, time away, personal growth and survival have clearly reshaped the emotional core of the band. The result is an album that feels sharper, wiser and more emotionally fearless without losing any of its bite. Becca Bottomley remains one of the most compelling voices in British rock. She does not merely sing these songs — she throws herself into them completely. One second she sounds fragile and reflective, the next she is detonating into full-throttle catharsis. Few frontpeople can shift between vulnerability and absolute aggression with this level of conviction. Tracks like “Cut Back” feel tailor-made to explode in sweaty festival tents this summer, balancing huge hooks with pure adrenaline-fuelled urgency. Meanwhile “Running With The Sun in Your Eyes” channels early-2000s groove-metal energy into something addictive and strangely euphoric. But what makes CO.WAR.DICE. genuinely impressive is its refusal to stay in one lane. The dreamlike fragility of “Dandy” reveals an entirely different side to the band — sparse, delicate and haunting — while “Keep Going Darling” drifts into experimental territory with pulsing loops and hypnotic atmosphere before unfolding into a stunning cinematic finale. The band’s willingness to embrace risk is exactly what keeps the album alive from start to finish. You can also hear the influence of the band’s expanded inspirations this time around. Elements of garage rock, art punk and even warped new-wave textures creep into the record, giving it a freshness that stops it ever feeling trapped by its own past. Lyrically, the album carries surprising emotional weight. Beneath the noise and aggression sits a record deeply concerned with humanity, connection and trying to leave the world in a better place than you found it. Becca herself describes the album as “a promise that we make to ourselves to leave this world in a better condition.” That sense of resilience and hope pulses through the entire record. Importantly, CO.WAR.DICE. never feels overproduced or sanitised. Produced largely by Johnathan Gilmore, known for his work with Biffy Clyro and Nothing But Thieves, the album still sounds dangerous. There is dirt under its fingernails. Every scream, riff and breakdown lands with physical force. And perhaps that is the biggest triumph here. In an era where so much alternative rock feels algorithmically polished and emotionally hollow, Marmozets still sound gloriously human. Messy when they need to be. Beautiful when they choose to be. Completely fearless throughout. CO.WAR.DICE. is not just one of the strongest comeback albums in recent memory — it is proof that Marmozets still belong at the front of modern British alternative music. Wild, emotional, inventive and alive. Exactly what rock music should sound like in 2026. for more information: Marmozets

For two blistering days beneath the trees of Jardines de Viveros, Deleste Festival 2026 once again proved why it has become one of the most unique and emotionally intelligent festivals anywhere in Spain. Nearly 8,000 people passed through its gates across the weekend, but this never felt like a festival obsessed with numbers, hype or empty spectacle. Deleste exists in its own world — elegant, international, fiercely Valencian and completely committed to the idea that live music should still mean something. And this year, it meant everything. In a festival landscape increasingly dominated by repetition and predictability, Deleste continues to stand defiantly apart. There are no gimmicks here. No desperate social media circus. No endless distractions pulling focus from the music itself. What Deleste offers instead is something rarer: atmosphere, curation, emotion and discovery. A place where artists are trusted, audiences listen, and every performance feels carefully placed within a much bigger story. With the support of Cervezas Alhambra, the festival once again transformed Viveros into a sanctuary for people who understand music as something deeper than entertainment. This was a weekend built for those who still chase transcendence through sound. Friday arrived wrapped in unforgiving Valencia heat, but nobody cared. From early afternoon the gardens filled with festival-goers arriving from across Spain and beyond, drawn by a lineup with a distinctly electronic pulse running through its veins. Billy Nomates opened the festival alone on stage but somehow larger than everything around her. Armed with little more than raw honesty, tension and charisma, she completely captivated the crowd within minutes. There were fans pressed against the barriers who had travelled from Madrid specifically for her set, and by the end it was easy to understand why. Vulnerable, fierce and magnetic, she delivered one of those performances that immediately silences any wandering attention. Between the main acts, Valencian producer and DJ Mateo Cabero became the invisible architect of the day’s momentum. Wearing a Chemical Brothers t-shirt like a mission statement, he transformed every changeover into its own euphoric electronic ritual. This was not background music. This was curation with intent. With every transition, every perfectly chosen track and every rising beat, Cabero quietly established himself as one of the most exciting underground names in the Valencian scene. Then came Holy Fuck. The legendary Toronto outfit unleashed one of the wildest and most exhilarating performances of the weekend. Their fusion of organic electronics, live chaos and analogue experimentation felt completely untamed. The crowd surged forward as waves of synths crashed through Viveros, and when “Lovely Allen” finally exploded into life, the emotional release was overwhelming. One well-known Valencian DJ was later seen visibly emotional after the set — and honestly, he was not the only one. As darkness swallowed the gardens, Deleste ascended into another dimension entirely. Apparat did not simply perform; Sascha Ring constructed a world. His set was immersive, cinematic and devastatingly beautiful. Viveros transformed into an open-air cathedral of electronic melancholy where every pulse, texture and vocal floated weightlessly through the night air. It was one of those rare festival moments where thousands of people become completely still, united in collective awe. Long after the final note faded, the atmosphere lingered in the trees like smoke. Before the final eruption, Valencian DJ and producer Miss_Tra delivered an inspired warm-up that perfectly bridged emotion and euphoria. One of the sharpest minds in the local electronic scene, she approached the set less like a DJ and more like a storyteller building a journey. Her decision to weave Björk into the transition towards Röyksopp was pure genius — a moment of icy Nordic beauty before the storm arrived. And then the storm came. Röyksopp closed Friday night with a DJ set that was nothing short of colossal. From the first beat, there was a sense that both the crowd and the duo understood they were part of something special. The energy inside Viveros became almost physical. Bodies moved as one. Smiles everywhere. Arms in the air. Pure release. And when the unmistakable opening of “What Else Is There?” finally arrived, the festival detonated into full collective euphoria. Thousands of voices sang every word back into the Valencia night. It was one of those defining festival moments people will still be talking about years from now. Saturday exploded into life with The Molotovs — young, reckless, loud and absolutely feral in the best possible way. The British trio attacked the stage with the kind of swagger and danger that feels increasingly rare in modern rock bands. Frontman Issey had already warned everyone on Instagram what they were coming to do: destroy the place. Mission accomplished. Falls, chaos, sweat, attitude — this was rock and roll stripped back to pure instinct. As the crowd continued to swell beneath the brutal afternoon sun, MEdj stepped into the booth and delivered a masterclass in warm-up dynamics. The Murcian DJ understood exactly what the moment demanded and guided the audience perfectly towards the arrival of legends. Wearing a t-shirt that simply screamed ROCK, she balanced precision, passion and rhythm with absolute authority. Then the impossible happened: Primal Scream somehow exceeded expectations. Bobby Gillespie emerged like a preacher leading a psychedelic sermon, commanding Viveros with the ease of a true icon. From the very first song, the crowd responded like disciples at a religious gathering. Anthem after anthem crashed across the gardens as thousands sang themselves hoarse beneath the Valencia night sky. There was sweat, transcendence and complete surrender. What unfolded during that set was more than a concert — it was communal release. A pagan celebration of rock and roll at its absolute finest. After such intensity, the atmosphere could easily have collapsed. Instead, Toxicosmos kept the emotional current alive with a beautifully nostalgic set full of warmth, visuals and dancefloor emotion. It felt like being wrapped inside the soundtrack of your youth while the festival drifted deeper into the night. Then came Anna Calvi, delivering arguably the artistic high point of the entire weekend. Her performance was mesmerising — elegant, cinematic and charged with dangerous energy. Every movement felt deliberate. Every silence felt loaded with tension. Calvi does not simply perform songs; she constructs atmosphere like a filmmaker. The audience watched completely hypnotised as she moved between fragility and controlled chaos with astonishing precision. For many inside Viveros, this was the set of the festival. Representing Valencia with fire in their veins, Los Invaders then detonated the main stage with one of the most chaotic and joyous performances of the weekend. Pogos erupted instantly. Beer flew through the air. The crowd became one giant mass of movement and sweat. Their set carried the raw spirit that defines the city’s underground scene, proving once again why they remain one of the most explosive live bands in Spain. And finally, Kerala Dust arrived to close the festival with something almost impossible to describe using normal language. Hypnotic, sophisticated and completely transportive, their performance floated somewhere between krautrock, desert psychedelia and deep electronic trance. It felt less like a concert and more like drifting through a dream at 3am. The perfect ending to a festival that constantly refuses to operate within ordinary limits. Deleste 2026 did not just succeed — it evolved. It confirmed that this festival now occupies a truly unique place within the national circuit. International without losing its Valencian soul. Sophisticated without becoming inaccessible. Emotional without ever feeling forced. Huge credit belongs not only to the artists, but to the extraordinary human team behind the festival, the institutions and collaborators who continue supporting independent culture, and the media who help amplify what Deleste represents. But above all, this belongs to the audience. Because Deleste only works if people are willing to slow down, listen carefully, discover something new and lose themselves completely in the moment. And this year, Valencia did exactly that. Words and photos: Rhyan Paul

Under glorious Valencian lunchtime sunshine, El Café delivered one of those afternoons that reminded everyone why live music and good food are such a perfect combination. With warm weather pouring through the streets outside and a relaxed crowd slowly filling the venue from early afternoon, the atmosphere felt instantly inviting — classy, cool and soaked in laid-back jazz energy. The venue itself was the ideal setting for a lunchtime session. El Café carried that intimate cultural charm where every table feels connected to the music, every conversation softens when the band begins to play, and every note seems to drift effortlessly through the room. Drinks clinked gently, sunlight spilled through the windows, and the whole place moved with the kind of relaxed rhythm that only a great jazz afternoon can create. The music was smooth, soulful and full of elegance. The band delivered a set packed with smoky jazz grooves, subtle improvisation and effortless chemistry, creating the perfect soundtrack to a slow Valencian afternoon. Nobody wanted to rush anywhere. The audience simply sat back with cold drinks in hand and let the music take over. One of the standout moments came when Enric, the owner of El Café, stepped up to sing a song himself. It became one of those beautifully personal moments that instantly lifted the atmosphere even further. Enric’s rich history as a vocalist was obvious from the first line he sang — warm, soulful and completely natural in front of a crowd. His deep roots in music and years of live performance experience added something genuinely authentic to the afternoon, and the audience responded with huge warmth and applause. And then came the perfect Valencian ending: local fideuà served afterwards as people stayed behind to eat, drink and continue soaking up the atmosphere. Plates of rich seafood fideuà appeared across the tables alongside cold beers and glasses of wine while conversations about the music carried on long into the afternoon sunshine. El Café once again proved that some of the best live music experiences happen in intimate spaces where atmosphere matters just as much as the performance itself. Great weather, cool jazz vibes, incredible food and a room full of people completely lost in the moment — this was Valencian lunchtime culture at its absolute finest.

Saturday lunchtime in Valencia does not get much better than this. Under blue skies and blazing Mediterranean sunshine, the latest edition of Els Concerts de La Pèrgola transformed the marina into one giant open-air celebration of music, beer, sea air and pure good energy. At La Pèrgola de La Marina, with the breeze rolling in from the waterfront and cold beers flowing before midday, it felt less like a concert and more like the entire city had collectively decided to throw itself a party. The crowd arrived early, sunglasses on, vermouths and cans in hand, filling the iconic seafront space long before the music started. Families, music lovers, terrace regulars and curious tourists all merged into one huge sun-soaked gathering. There is something uniquely special about live music before lunch in Valencia — no stress, no barriers, just people dancing under the sun with the smell of saltwater, beer and fresh food drifting through the marina. Intraperlo opened the afternoon and immediately locked the crowd in with a powerful and emotional set. Their sharp guitars, raw intensity and heartfelt delivery brought a darker edge to the sunshine setting in the best possible way. Even with the early start time, the audience was fully engaged from the first song, swaying, cheering and slowly filling every corner of La Pèrgola as the cold beers kept flowing. Intraperlo brought grit, atmosphere and genuine emotion to the stage, setting the perfect tone for what was to come. Then Rupatrupa arrived and turned the entire marina into a celebration. Their fusion of rumba, reggae, flamenco grooves and street-poet warmth felt completely made for a Valencian lunchtime by the sea. Suddenly the crowd was singing every chorus back word for word, dancing with drinks in the air and completely surrendering to the feel-good energy pouring off the stage. Their songs carried that perfect mix of sunshine rhythms and emotional honesty that somehow makes strangers feel like old friends. The contrast between the two bands worked beautifully — Intraperlo delivering intensity and heart early on, Rupatrupa exploding everything into colour and movement afterwards. Together they created one of those afternoons that felt effortless but unforgettable. What makes the La Pèrgola series so special is the atmosphere around the music itself. Nobody wants to leave. Friends spill out across the marina terraces, kids dance near the stage, beers stay ice cold in the midday heat, and the Mediterranean sparkles behind the crowd like part of the production. It feels relaxed, vibrant and unmistakably Valencian. Els Concerts de La Pèrgola once again proved why it has become one of the city’s most loved live music traditions: brilliant bands, glorious weather, lunchtime vibes, cold beer and that unbeatable feeling that summer in Valencia has officially arrived. For tickets and more information: La Pèrgola Words and photos: Rhyan Paul

In just one month, Del Poble Fest will return to Tavernes de la Valldigna for what is shaping up to be one of the biggest and most vibrant weekends of the Valencian summer. Taking place on June 19 and 20, the rapidly growing festival is already proving that its second edition is going far beyond expectations. And honestly? The lineup is absolutely stacked. This year’s edition brings together an explosive mix of Spanish pop, rock and festival heavyweights including Malú, Fangoria, Loquillo, Beret, Álvaro de Luna, Taburete, David Otero and Lérica — a lineup built to attract multiple generations of music fans across the Comunitat Valenciana and beyond. But Del Poble Fest is quickly becoming much more than just another summer music festival. What makes this event stand out is its identity. While many festivals chase scale and spectacle, Del Poble Fest leans into atmosphere, community and the unmistakable Mediterranean energy that makes summer in Valencia feel unique. Set against the backdrop of Tavernes de la Valldigna, the festival combines massive live performances with gastronomy, local culture and an open-air coastal vibe that feels worlds away from overcrowded city events. This year the organisers are going even bigger. The site will feature more than 25,000 square metres of festival space, two stages, VIP zones and an expanded food experience powered once again by Gastro League, bringing together food trucks and local flavours designed to keep the party going from afternoon until the early hours. And then there’s the new addition that could completely steal the show. The arrival of 2000 FEST introduces a huge dose of Ruta Remember nostalgia into the weekend, celebrating the legacy of Valencia’s iconic dance culture with legendary DJs and classic anthems that promise to turn the festival into a full-scale all-night celebration. After drawing around 17,000 attendees during its debut edition, Del Poble Fest now looks ready to cement itself as one of the standout summer festivals in the region. One month from now, Tavernes won’t just be hosting concerts. It’ll be hosting one of the defining weekends of the Valencian summer. For tickets and more information: Del Poble Fest

Australian country-rock artist James Keith is back with another huge, emotionally charged anthem, and if “Cruel Game” is any indication of what’s coming on I Call It Magic When I’m With You, then October cannot arrive fast enough. Set for release on May 29, “Cruel Game” sees Keith pushing his sound into bigger, bolder territory without losing the heartfelt honesty that has quickly made him one of the most exciting rising names in Australian country music. Driven by roaring electric guitars, pounding percussion and arena-sized hooks, the single lands somewhere between modern Nashville energy and classic heartland rock grit — a sound built for open highways, festival stages and late-night singalongs. But underneath the muscle of the production lies the song’s real strength: vulnerability. Inspired by doubts cast over his long-distance relationship, Keith turns “Cruel Game” into a defiant statement about choosing love despite fear, distance and outside judgement. Instead of retreating into heartbreak clichés, he leans fully into devotion, transforming uncertainty into something powerful and resilient. It’s personal songwriting delivered with enough firepower to feel universal. Vocally, Keith sounds completely locked in. There’s warmth and conviction in every line, especially as the track builds toward its soaring bridge and blistering guitar solo — a moment that elevates the song from strong country-rock single to full-blown anthem territory. The balance between tenderness and rugged intensity is what makes “Cruel Game” hit so hard. The release also signals the arrival of Keith’s forthcoming album I Call It Magic When I’m With You, due October 2, a 14-track collection set to explore love, distance, optimism and emotional endurance. Judging by the themes already emerging, this looks set to be a record rooted in authenticity rather than trends — the kind of album that values storytelling just as much as hooks. And that authenticity has become Keith’s trademark. Ever since his debut album Life Is Good Today topped the ARIA Country Albums Chart in 2024, James Keith has steadily carved out his own lane in Australian country-rock. Drawing inspiration from artists like Luke Combs and Zac Brown Band while injecting his own blue-collar energy and autobiographical storytelling, Keith’s music feels grounded, genuine and refreshingly unpolished in all the right ways. You can hear those roots throughout “Cruel Game.” From its raw guitar tones to its emotional core, the song feels lived-in rather than manufactured — the sound of an artist writing from experience rather than image. With a Top 10 placing in the prestigious Toyota Star Maker competition already under his belt and momentum continuing to build internationally, James Keith is beginning to look less like a promising newcomer and more like one of Australian country music’s next major breakout artists. And if I Call It Magic When I’m With You delivers on the promise of “Cruel Game,” this next chapter could be his biggest yet. For more information: James Keith

Spanish pop royalty arrived in Valencia in spectacular fashion last night as Aitana lit up Roig Arena in front of more than 16,000 ecstatic fans during the first of two completely sold-out shows. And if there was ever any doubt about who currently wears the crown of Spanish pop, this show erased it within seconds. From the early hours of the evening, the area surrounding the arena had already transformed into a sea of blue. Fans dressed in tribute to Cuarto Azul — the album that defines this new era for the Catalan superstar — gathered beneath star-shaped accessories and glittering outfits, creating an atmosphere that felt less like a concert queue and more like a full-scale cultural event. Valencia wasn’t just hosting a gig; it was hosting a phenomenon. The moment the lights dropped, the Roig Arena exploded. Aitana appeared lying on the symbolic bed from her Cuarto Azul universe before launching into “6 de febrero,” immediately sending the crowd into deafening singalongs that barely let up for the rest of the night. What followed was a perfectly balanced celebration of every side of Aitana’s career. Massive pop anthems like “Los Ángeles,” “Más,” “Mariposas,” and “Formentera” collided with emotional, stripped-back moments during “Vas a quedarte” and “Cuando hables con él,” proving once again why she connects with audiences on such an enormous scale. Every lyric echoed back from the crowd with astonishing intensity. But Aitana also came armed with surprises. One of the biggest reactions of the night arrived during the revamped dance break of “Miamor,” seamlessly blended with Britney Spears’ “Toxic,” turning the arena floor into a giant pop-fuelled nightclub. The production throughout the evening was slick, cinematic and bursting with energy, yet never overshadowed the emotional core of the show. As the concert entered its final stretch, the atmosphere inside the venue became completely euphoric. “Las Babys” shook the arena from floor to ceiling before the emotional finale arrived with “La chica perfecta” and the visually stunning “Conexión psíquica.” Then came the moment everyone had been waiting for. “Superestrella.” The song that has become the defining anthem of this era landed with enormous emotional weight, triggering one final explosion from the audience as thousands of voices sang every word back to her. It was loud, emotional, theatrical and triumphant — the kind of ending that leaves an arena buzzing long after the lights come up. Aitana didn’t just perform in Valencia last night. She completely owned it.And with another 16,000 fans set to pack the Roig Arena again tonight, the Cuarto Azul era is proving to be far more than an album campaign — it’s becoming a movement. Words and photos: Rhyan Paul

A brilliantly fun concert. Energetic and exciting, the music rocked us to the rafters. Fans went crazy. Redd Kross was great. A sound beyond any one category; power pop, quirky glam, alternative, post punk, rock, psychedelic? They bring tight harmonies and great songcraft with edge and volume. These Southern California veterans owned it all night. Blasting out the stage from the get-go, the foursome opened with the hard-stomping Peach Kelli Pop and Stay Away From Downtown. While taking the music seriously, they didn’t take themselves too seriously. They were having a good time. Apologizing for starting the show late due to airline baggage delays, Jeff McDonald commented that it was a conspiracy to prevent them from playing. All kidding aside, it all worked out and they continued un-flinched. Their late arrival had them walking through a queue of welcoming fans adding to the evening's friendly, accessible rock vibe. Rock and Roll won the night! Founding brothers, Jeff and Steve McDonald, along with guitarist Jason Shapiro and drummer Dale Crover were lighting in a bottle on stage. After Stunt Queen, McDonald introduced the next song “It’s a bit of a protest song, very fitting today, (It’s Getting) Uglier Everyday. With our sexy new guitar player Jason Shapiro.” Who tamed his guitar feedback just this side of out-of-control. Shapiro played brilliantly as he thrashed and bounded about the stage while both McDonald brothers worked the stage with jumps and getting up close to the fans at the edge of the stage while Crover held it all together pounding his kit feverishly. “It's getting uglier every day, Uglier no matter what they say. This world is crazy, spinning out of control. Got to get together cause it's taking its toll. It's getting uglier every day.” ~ Uglier They rocked up a version of the 60’s Boyce and Hart pop single “I'll Blow You a Kiss in the Wind” beyond recognition before playing something McDonald said “we are going to make up this song on the spot". Launched into melodic guitar riffs, catchy chorus and a hard driving beat. A somewhat rare live song Mess Around from their 1997 release Show World is a jangle pop, alternative rock song that showed the depth of their song writing styles. Followed by a similar groove with I'll Take You Word For It. Another masterfully performed rockered. Candy Coloured Catastrophe from the 2024 Red album was another fine sonic specimen mixing psychedelia and driving rock. Fans got a dose of live staples; Annie's Gone, Emanuelle Insane, Jimmy's Fantasy, Linda Blair, Any Hour Every Day, and fun covers: The Beatles, I Want You ( She's So Heavy), Pretty Please Me by The Quick The Osmonds’ Crazy Horses. The whole show was turned up to eleven leaving a formidable backdraft of heightened fan energy. Fans you’ve been warned, don’t miss them live. When looking for great live music in Valencia, check out Loco Club. You can count on their concert calendar for superb shows. Words and photos: Philamonjaro

This Sunday 24th May, Crisix will descend upon Hard Rock Cafe Valencia for a special fan event that promises chaos, riffs, adrenaline and pure underground energy ahead of one of the biggest metal nights of the year. As part of the Spanish backstage experience surrounding Megadeth’s European tour launch, Crisix are stepping into the spotlight once again — louder, sharper and more unpredictable than ever. And this is not just another meet & greet. After almost two years away, Crisix are returning with new music, a new direction and a renewed hunger that feels ready to tear the walls down. Always one of the most explosive live bands in European thrash, the Barcelona wrecking machine are entering 2026 with what they describe as a completely reimagined vision: no labels, no fear and absolutely no interest in playing safe. The result? A band that sounds more dangerous than ever. Taking place at Hard Rock Cafe Valencia from 19:00 to 20:00, the event gives fans the chance to get up close with the band through a signing session, Q&A, meet & greet and exclusive first access to brand-new merchandise connected to their forthcoming material. From midday onwards, fans will also be able to grab exclusive merch at special event prices — making the venue a full-day gathering point for the Valencian metal community. But beneath the signings and photos lies something bigger. There is a real sense that Crisix are entering a new era. The band built their reputation on speed, humour, technical violence and relentless live shows, but this new phase feels more fearless, more personal and more determined to push beyond the limits of traditional thrash metal. If the recent announcements are anything to go by, they are not coming back quietly — they are coming back to shake everything apart. And what better place than València to unleash that energy? With Megadeth fans flooding the city, the Hard Rock Cafe fan zone is expected to become a meeting point for thrash heads, old-school metal fans and younger audiences discovering the scene for the first time. Expect battle jackets, flying hair, beer-fuelled conversations about riffs and enough energy to power the entire Plaza del Ayuntamiento. For longtime fans, this is the return they have been waiting for. For newcomers, it is the perfect chance to witness one of Spain’s most beloved modern thrash bands at close range before the next chapter truly explodes. One thing is certain: Crisix are back, and they are not interested in subtlety. València is about to feel the earthquake.

On 31st May, the beautiful natural surroundings of Botànic Cullera will once again come alive with music, art, food and community spirit as Músiques i Art al Botànic returns for a full day designed to be experienced slowly, under the sun and surrounded by nature. Set against the stunning green backdrop of Cullera’s botanical park, this event is much more than just a concert. It is a celebration of creativity in all its forms — combining live music, visual art, Mediterranean gastronomy and the relaxed atmosphere that only a Valencian lunchtime gathering can truly deliver. Headlining the day are Carolina Otero & The Someone Elses, bringing their powerful live energy to the stage as part of the presentation tour for Lilith Lo Sabe. Known for their emotional intensity, atmospheric sound and magnetic stage presence, the band continue to build a reputation as one of the most compelling alternative acts around. Expect hypnotic melodies, raw emotion and a performance perfectly suited to the open-air surroundings of Botànic Cullera. But the music is only part of the experience. The event also features the inauguration of the photo-painting exhibition by Toni Benito Carpio, adding a strong artistic dimension to the day. The combination of live art and live music creates exactly the kind of atmosphere this event thrives on — creative, welcoming and deeply connected to its surroundings. And then there is the lunchtime vibe itself. Doors open from 10am, with the exhibition inauguration at 11am before the concert begins at midday — right as the Mediterranean sun starts warming the gardens and the first drinks begin flowing. By 14:30, the smell of freshly made paella will take over as people gather to eat, relax and continue the afternoon surrounded by music lovers, artists and nature. It is the kind of event that feels unmistakably Valencian: sunshine, culture, conversation, live music and paella shared outdoors with friends. No rush, no stress — just a full day built around enjoying great art and good company. Taking place at Botànic Cullera on the Nazaret-Oliva road, the location itself adds to the charm. Removed from the noise of the city, the venue offers the perfect environment for an event that aims to reconnect people with live culture in a natural setting. For anyone looking for something different this spring — a day where music, art and food blend together effortlessly under the open sky — Músiques i Art al Botànic is shaping up to be one of the most unique and enjoyable gatherings of the season. For tickets and more information: Moving Tickets

This summer, FAR València is about to host one of the most unexpectedly brilliant nights of the season. Yes — Rick Astley is coming to València. Yes — he is going to sing that song. And yes — the entire venue is probably going to explode the second those opening synths kick in. But reducing Rick Astley to the internet’s most famous meme would be missing the point entirely. Because behind the rickroll phenomenon is an artist with nearly four decades of career longevity, an unmistakable voice and a live show that continues to win over audiences around the world. What could have easily become nostalgia has instead evolved into something genuinely special: a performer who understands exactly how to entertain a crowd while still sounding as powerful and charismatic as ever. Of course, Never Gonna Give You Up remains one of the most recognisable pop songs ever written — a track so deeply embedded in popular culture that entire generations know every word whether they planned to or not. But Rick Astley’s story did not stop in the late 80s. Over the years he has reinvented himself repeatedly, releasing new music, reconnecting with audiences and building a second chapter that feels surprisingly authentic and deserved. And live, he delivers far more than people expect. Part pop celebration, part feel-good singalong and part masterclass in stage presence, Rick Astley concerts have quietly become one of the most talked-about live experiences of recent years. There is humour, warmth, huge choruses and a sense that everyone in the room is sharing the same joyful joke together — except the music is genuinely fantastic too. On 16th July, FAR València becomes the setting for that celebration. Under the summer sky, with thousands of voices ready to sing every lyric back at him, Astley arrives with one very simple mission: to make sure everyone has an incredible night. And honestly? Few artists are better equipped to do exactly that. Whether you grew up with the original hits, rediscovered him through the internet, or simply want one of the most fun concerts of the summer, this is one of those events that feels impossible not to enjoy. Rick Astley at FAR València is going to be loud, nostalgic, funny, emotional and wildly entertaining all at once. And somewhere in the middle of it all, an entire crowd in València will happily lose their minds to a song they already know by heart. For tickets and more information: FAR Valencia

Rising from Puerto de Sagunto with fire in their veins and something urgent to say, Vulturna have delivered a powerful statement with their new single and video, “Filles i Fills.” It is raw, intense and emotionally charged — the sound of a young band refusing to stay silent in a world that feels increasingly fractured and uncertain. Musically, “Filles i Fills” hits with real force. The track balances aggression and atmosphere brilliantly, moving between explosive guitar-driven energy and moments of tension that never lose their emotional weight. There is a constant sense of urgency running through the song, driven by sharp instrumentation, passionate vocals and a restless pulse that feels impossible to ignore. Vulturna are not interested in making background music — this is music designed to provoke a reaction. What makes the release especially powerful is the honesty behind it. The band channel frustration, fear and generational anxiety into something creative and genuinely affecting. Rather than sounding cynical, “Filles i Fills” feels defiant — a rallying cry from a generation watching the future become increasingly unstable while refusing to lose its voice. Visually, the accompanying video elevates the track even further. Dark, cinematic and emotionally charged, it perfectly mirrors the atmosphere of the song. The editing, imagery and pacing work together to create something that feels both intimate and confrontational, pulling the viewer directly into the emotional core of the release. It never feels overproduced or artificial; instead, it captures the authenticity and intensity that make Vulturna such an exciting emerging band. There is also something refreshingly fearless about the project. Many young bands talk about identity and social tension, but Vulturna sound like they truly mean every word. Their combination of alternative rock energy, emotional depth and visual ambition gives them a distinct voice within the current Valencian underground scene. With “Filles i Fills,” Vulturna are proving they are far more than just another local rock band. They are building something personal, politically aware and emotionally real — music that connects because it comes from a genuine place. If this release is a sign of what is still to come, Vulturna are a band worth watching very closely. You can check out the band here: Vulturna