Islington Mill Salford reviews by real event-goers

Review of Thurston Moore & Radieux Radio \'Watch the Sky\'.

a prolonged self indulgent jam session unfortunately which should have been priced/advertised accordingly

Review of Thurston Moore & Radieux Radio \'Watch the Sky\'.

Marvellous!

Review of Thurston Moore & Radieux Radio \'Watch the Sky\'.

An emotive evening that at times created a sense of unease but ultimately captured a sense of cacophonic beauty.

Review of Thurston Moore & Radieux Radio \'Watch the Sky\'.

I'm a big fan of experimental and progressive music. Me and my friend were really excited to see Thurston perform for the first time, but despite being stood right at the front, we could hear very little of his playing in the mix, and it basically amounted to an hour of him making vague chiming rainstick sounds with varying dynamics using his guitar over the ambient music the rest of the musicians were creating.. Very self indulgent.. I really appreciated the rest of the musicians there, and I think they carried the whole performance, but knowing and loving the other work Mr Moore has put out, i was disappointed to be left feeling that i'd paid £20 to watch a famous musician massage his ego for a bit.

Review of Thurston Moore & Radieux Radio \'Watch the Sky\'.

It really is amazing that in the 21st century people can still get so offended by improvised music. The guy who started shouting about everything being "too hig*brow" should have bought a tick*t to see Thurston Moore at Gorilla in June instead. I knew as soon as I found out that Otto Willberg was in Thurston Moore's band that this would be a great performance, but it exceeded my highest expectations. The Yossarians played one of the best shows I've seen them play too. It was nice to meet Thurston Moore and get him to sign a CD cover, and good to meet some old friends I hadn't seen for a while. Islington Mill is always the best venue for a great atmosphere in the Greater Manchester region, and its only downside is the low stage. That's not a problem if,like me, you stand near the front.

Review of Thurston Moore & Radieux Radio \'Watch the Sky\'.

A proper happening tonight where Thurston Moore wobbled his hands about on his guitar for an hour. Strangest version of Teenage Riot I ever heard.

Review of Too Many Blogs - #RaisetheRoof Fundraiser with SPRING KING

Awesome

Review of Too Many Blogs - #RaisetheRoof Fundraiser with SPRING KING

Great night. Well organised and the there was so much great music for the price.

Review of RITE

The music was not as good and there wasn't as much art to see as in June. However, i still had a wonderful time and i hope it happens again!

Review of RITE

Rite does exactly what it says on the tin. The event had a friendly emersive atmosphere with a surprise around every corner. I would highly recommend this event if you want to try a different kind of night out in Manchester.

Review of RITE

Brilliant night.

Review of RITE

felt like I was among friends even among strangers, so much talent in the building and well curated

Review of Crime Scene : David McLean & Phil Carney

Excellent event.

Review of The Wasted Kollective Launch

Sick

Review of Lydia Lunch Retrovirus

Retrovirus & Miss Lunch are a joy to see. They are wild, raucous and unapologetic in their mania. True talent and punk anarchy at its finest! Loved it!!! True rockers.

Review of Crime Scene : David McLean & Phil Carney

Incredible

Review of Islington Mill ‘Raise the Roof’ House Party

was pretty expensive and the music was bad. but the atmosphere was okay. the didnt do much for the countdown either. bit of a disapointment but not a terrible night. i just expected more. some staff were grumpy and rude too. although others were lovely... so its a mixture

Review of Islington Mill ‘Raise the Roof’ House Party

Super fun, the smaller room was the saving grace. The karaoke room was great as well. We didn't notice any pop up performances but maybe these happened in the main room. All in all the crowd was great, drinks were reasonable and the staff were really friendly.

Review of Islington Mill ‘Raise the Roof’ House Party

Top night!

Review of Radian / Dalek / Ex-Retina / Severed Shadow Trio

Intense and amazing show. Dalek are the only hip hop act I know capable of blowing most 'extreme' guitar bands off stage.