It takes a lot of knowledge, hard work and dedication to make what is effectively a ‘battle of the bands’ competition as credible and successful as the Dorset Music Awards. Before I start to comment on the quality on stage, it must be said the quality shown off it by not just Rich and Trev ...

I didn’t actually make it along to either of the semi-finals, but that’s not to say I didn’t want to. So, it’s all down the final five. Congratulations to Sarah Griffin, Discos Out (Murders In), Lady Winwoods Maggot, Mutant Vinyl and The Longest Day for passing all the examinations. The bands ability to promote, advertise, ...

Well, all votes are in, they’ve been counted and verified and the results are out. Numbers have been whittled down from twenty to twelve, all of who will be competing at Mr Kyps in two semi-finals on Sat 3 and Sat 10 April. This year’s Dorset Music Awards is generating tidal-sized waves of support. Say ...

This weekend sees the beginning of this year’s Dorset Music Awards, organised by Devils Music in association with Absolute Music. The initial entries have already been whittled down to the first heat stages, which this year are being held at Champions. Last year saw the competition reach new heights regarding attendances and overall hype and ...