Forest Fest 2026 Review: Madness, The Charlatans & The Undertones Shine in an Unforgettable Weekend27/7/2026 Located at Bee's Wing Farm in Emo, County Laois, Forest Fest has created a real buzz for itself in the years since its inception. One of the most loved festivals in Ireland, the 2026 event was held from 24 - 26 July, and featured Headliners Echo & the Bunnymen, James, and Madness.  Madness at Forest Fest 2026. Photo: Steve O'Connor
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Now in its fourth year, Maid of Stone has built a reputation as one of the best small festivals in the UK. Taking place from 17 - 19 July at Mote Park in Maidstone, 2026's bill featured Saxon, Uriah Heep, The Almighty and more.  Uriah Heep at Maid of Stone 2026. Photo: Louise Phillips.
Bringing together original Quireboys Spike, Chris Johnstone and Guy Bailey, Thirsty Quireboys sees the former two reworking the latter's Thirsty project into a brand new set that celebrates the best of Bailey's later years.
Bringing his Van Halen era to the UK for the first time since 1995 Sammy Hagar landed at London's new British Airways ARC for the first of a three-night residency on Thursday night [9th July 2026]. Backed by his all-star Best of All Worlds band, it was a night of hights, hits, and mas tequila.  Photo: Marcin Golicz. With Thanks to Victoria Purcell at RAMzine. Bringing back 1991, Def Leppard and Extreme joined forces for a huge jaunt across Europe this summer. Having already played Vivian Campbell's hometown of Belfast - where he joined former bandmates Sweet Savage for a song - they reached London's O2 Arena on Thursday night [2 July 2026] where Louise Phillips found them in top form.  Photo: Louise Phillips |