Sophie founded Music & Gigs because she saw a gap and decided to fill it. She leads all editorial direction, has interviewed the likes of Lewis Capaldi, Pale Waves, and Tom Grennan, and has a reputation for spotting great artists early. Writer, photographer, designer — Sophie wears a lot of hats, but the thread running through all of it is the same: a lifelong obsession with music and the people who make it.
Single Reviews
The All-American Rejects Return with ‘Get This’
‘Get This’ is all hooks, no filler. It’s got that sticky, can’t-get-it-out-of-your-head magic that frontman Tyson Ritter cheekily described as...
Concert
Jimmy Eat World Announce 25th Anniversary ‘Bleed American’ London Show at Gunnersbury Park
The Arizona alt-rock legends will play Bleed American in full, giving UK fans a rare chance to experience the platinum-selling album live....
Concert
Westside Cowboy Drop New Single, Announce EP & 2026 Tour
A live favourite since the band’s earliest shows, Don’t Throw Rocks received its first spin on BBC 6 Music via Huw Stephens and comes...
Concert
Arthur Hill Announces One Night At Wembley — His Biggest Show Yet
The milestone event follows a huge year for Arthur, who has rapidly evolved from a buzz-worthy newcomer to one of...
Single Reviews
Greta van den Brink’s “GIMBGTBLBM” Is a Heartbreak Anthem Wrapped in Country-Pop Cinema
Set against a slow-burn country-leaning groove, GIMBGTBLBM paints a raw, unfiltered picture of emotional imbalance, the kind of love where one person...
Single Reviews
Olivia Dean’s “Man I Need” Crowned BBC Radio 1’s Biggest Song of 2025
The track, which blends soul, pop, and confessional songwriting, has resonated with listeners all year, and not just in streams...
Concert
The Bats Are Back: Indie Legends Announce Biggest NZ Tour in Over 20 Years
The upcoming 2026 tour includes a mix of intimate theatres and cult venues, including a special show at Hollywood Avondale...
Concert
Maribou State Are Bringing Soulful Electronica to Auckland for One Glorious Night Only
If you’ve ever needed an excuse to sway through a summer night drenched in silky electronica and soulful drops, here...