Gig Guide Feature

From buzzy new superstars to bonafide legends

From dos and don'ts to must-have equipment you didn't think about

The ultimate indie band are one of their generation’s best

Kylie can always be relied on for dizzyingly euphoric music

The non-profit organisation aims to help women, trans and non-binary people “take ownership of their musical journeys” in the face of the music industry’s widespread gender inequality

The era of female rappers being "the most disrespected despite making great music” is seemingly over

Learn your lightsticks from your fan chants

Our predictions for the biggest 15-minute gig of the year

More dancing, less throwing shit on stage

From must-see gigs to huge events and the sort of festivals that you really can’t afford to miss, here's a rundown of the shows you need to be at this year