Adam Kennedy

England, United Kingdom

Published Photographer and Music Journalist at The Northern Echo

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Articles

As The Molotovs prepare to perform in Newcastle, we sit down for a chat with them

2 weeks ago | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Adam Kennedy

The Molotovs (Image: Adam Kennedy) Adam Kennedy speaks with Mathew and Issey Cartlidge from The Molotovs ahead of their upcoming Newcastle date. With a band name like The Molotovs, it's no surprise that the group have exploded onto the new music scene. The dynamic outfit have already sold out a UK tour earlier this year, shared the stage with the Sex Pistols at the Royal Albert Hall and garnered their first number-one single all inside the first six months of 2025.
Kim is truly 'Wild(e) and wonderful' in York as 80s pop princess sells out Barbican

Mar 27, 2025 | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Adam Kennedy

Live Review: Kim Wilde at the Barbican, York Words and Photos by Adam Kennedy On Sunday evening, Kim Wilde turned back the clocks at the Barbican in York during an up 'Close' encounter with the pop star. The artist has developed somewhat of a fondness for the city, having spent her birthday last year visiting York. And with a day off in the area on Monday, she planned to do so again. And whilst Kim might have fallen for York, the affection from the locals was certainly mutual.
Wilde and Wonderful

Mar 24, 2025 | yorkshirepost.co.uk | Adam Kennedy

On Sunday evening, Kim Wilde turned back the clocks at the Barbican in York during an up 'Close' encounter with the pop star. The artist has developed somewhat of a fondness for the city, having spent her birthday last year visiting York. And with a day off in the area on Monday, she planned to do so again. And whilst Kim might have fallen for York, the affection from the locals was certainly mutual. A packed-out crowd was present at the Barbican to witness the 80s superstar.
Viral North East musician set for Leeds date

Mar 19, 2025 | yorkshirepost.co.uk | Adam Kennedy

Adam Kennedy speaks with Wearside-based singer/songwriter Shannon Pearl regarding her forthcoming single, viral success and the artist’s upcoming date in Leeds. The opening weeks of 2025 have been somewhat of a whirlwind for Sunderland-based singer/songwriter Shannon Pearl. The artist started the year with the release of her new EP, Fae Fälla, and a sold-out headline show in Newcastle.
'People Watching' on Tyneside as Sam Fender band make surprise appearance

Feb 21, 2025 | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Adam Kennedy

It was the day the North East had been waiting for since 2021. Today, Sam Fender unveiled his critically acclaimed third album, People Watching. And if the lead single and title track is anything to go by, Sam's latest offering is destined for chart-topping success, just like its predecessor Seventeen Going Under. Fender's new album follows recent Brit Award nominations in the 'Artist of the Year' and 'Best Alternative/Rock Act' categories at this year's ceremony.
INTERVIEW: Juliet’s Not Dead

Feb 4, 2025 | narcmagazine.com | Adam Kennedy

Heralding from the North East, Juliet’s Not Dead are an adrenaline-fuelled, contemporary rock band with the sole intention of thrilling their audiences at every show. The group have paired with Mercury Prize and Grammy-nominated producer Romesh Dodangoda for their new album, which will be released this month.
Culture Club Are Still Top of the Pops at Utilita Arena in Newcastle

Dec 9, 2024 | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Adam Kennedy

13 1/1 With the festive season well underway, a night of 80s music seemed like the perfect pre-Christmas party on Tyneside as a trio of the era’s beloved pop acts descended on the Utilita Arena in Newcastle. Music fans arrived at the venue sporting colourful attire synonymous with the times, whilst others wore outfits reflective of the headliners, Culture Club and Boy George. Heaven 17 got the evening underway at 6.55 pm.
The meteoric rise of Beabadoobee as they return to Newcastle

Nov 18, 2024 | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Adam Kennedy

11 1/1 Beabadoobee has witnessed somewhat of a meteoric rise in recent times. From the artist's early shows in the region in venues like Think Tank in Newcastle in 2019, in a short period, Beabadoobee’s current UK tour brought her to the prestigious O2 City Hall. And like all the rest of the dates on this run, Wednesday night's show was a complete sell-out.
"Top of the league"- we sit down for an interview with Sports Team

Nov 18, 2024 | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Adam Kennedy

Sports Team (Image: bartek szmigulski) Adam Kennedy talks with Alex Rice and Rob Knaggs from Sports Team ahead of the band’s show at the Boiler Shop in Newcastle this week. Mercury-nominated six-piece Sports Team recently announced their hotly anticipated third album Boys These Days. The album will be released on February 28th next year via Distiller Records and Bright Antenna. The band’s recent intimate show at Omeara in London sold out in under three minutes.
The Brand New Heavies at the Boiler Shop in Newcastle

Nov 18, 2024 | thenorthernecho.co.uk | Adam Kennedy

5 1/1 It’s hard to believe that it’s been 30 years since the release of The Brand New Heavies' seminal album Brother Sister. The release garnered several timeless classics, as well as picking up a multitude of high-profile award nominations. Fast forward to the present day, and the acid jazz legends are on the road celebrating their musical milestone. The group arrived on Tyneside at the weekend for a sold-out show at The Boiler Shop in Newcastle.