Unfortunately, I didn’t make Rage Against The Machine’s victorious ‘Rage Factor’ event at Finsbury Park, but still had a blast at the ‘After-Party’. Now, if London wants to reach the same level of awesomeness as that of New York City, then they better start running their tube all night. It sucks having to leave a party early in order to catch the last train at…11:30?!?! Please, that’s just not cool.

The most exciting U.K hardcore/punk band, Gallows were supporting Cypress Hill at Brixton, so I was thrilled to be able to see them and shoot them again, the second time in two weeks. If you’ve never been to a Gallows gig, then you haven’t really lived. I’m serious; it’s a life changing experience. Make sure you have their albums ‘Grey Britain’ and ‘Orchestra Of Wolves’ and if not, go out and buy them NOW! There’s only one way to own an album and that’s the physical kind!! I also had a chance to interview Lags and Stu before the show. They are rad dudes. So make sure to pick up a copy of July’s Rock Zone magazine for news on the band. And for those of you in España, you can catch them at the Resurrection Fest; I’ll be there for sure

The following day I shot Stone Temple Pilots and I swear I never thought I’d see the day. I bought ‘Core’ the moment it hit the shelves, so it was a night of nostalgia. After seeing Nirvana and Pearl Jam in the early 90s, now I kind of feel ‘complete’. They were on top of their game; lets just hope it stays that way.

A few days ago, I flew back down to Barcelona, just in time to shoot Placebo Over the last 10 years, I’ve photographed them numerous times in 6 different countries, so I wouldn’t have missed it for the world! Their shows are always memorable. I spoke to Stefan about they’re incredible discography, which will also be out in Rock Zone.

Now I’ve got just enough time to repack my bags before a 14hr road trip to Switzerland and Germany. I’m getting used to living out of a suite-case, it’s not that bad, really.

Here are some Gallows for ya!

I’ve been a busy bee, spent the first half of the month in London covering AFI‘s return to Europe with a brilliant show at Brixton Academy (you can read my review in next months Rock Zone magazine). Once again, I had the pleasure of interviewing the fabulous Davey Havok (also for Rock Zone). We spoke about the making of ‘Sing The Sorrow‘. Some interesting points were revealed, so look out for that issue.

While in London, I also interviewed and photographed Dan Smith of The Dear & Departed. If you haven’t heard their new record ‘Chapters‘, go get it now! Trust me, you’ll love it. We had a chat about his musical influences, his record collection, our mutual love of Morrissey and his wicked tattoos. In case you didn’t know, Dan is also a tattooer currently working at High Voltage on La Brea in Los Angeles (you can also check him out alongside Kat Von D on the show LA Ink). So, if you’re in the area, drop by the shop.

I just about recovered from an insane weekend at Groezrock in Belgium, a two-day festival that almost got ruined by the volcano incident. Hung out with friends and shot some legendary punk/hardcore bands: Bad Religion, H2O, AFI, Pennywise and The Bronx to name a few.

All photos will be posted on my website shortly, so keep your eyes peeled, but for now, I leave you with the most memorable moment of Groezrock 2010, ‘What Happened’ during H2O’s set (I was on stage, it was EPIC):