
David West
After starting his writing career covering the unforgiving world of MMA, David moved into music journalism at Rhythm magazine, interviewing legends of the drum kit including Ginger Baker and Neil Peart. A regular contributor to Prog, he’s written for Metal Hammer, The Blues, Country Music Magazine and more. The author of Chasing Dragons: An Introduction To The Martial Arts Film, David shares his thoughts on kung fu movies in essays and videos for 88 Films, Arrow Films, and Eureka Entertainment. He firmly believes Steely Dan’s Reelin’ In The Years is the tuniest tune ever tuned.
Latest articles by David West

Limelight: The Parallax Method
By David West published
Instrumental trio soundtracking the eternal battle between the squid and the owl.

Rendezvous Point: Solar Storm
By David West published
Not yet ratedFrom the frozen north they came, bearing riffs…

Ossicles: Music For Wasteland
By David West published
Not yet ratedDefinitely the feel-bad hit of the season…

Arcane Roots: Live In London
By David West published
Not yet ratedIf nothing breaks... British trio continue in earnest despite founding member's departure.

Kirk Fletcher - Straight Outta Compton
By David West published
After growing up playing gospel in the tough LA neighbourhood that spawned NWA and gangster rap, Kirk Fletcher is on a lifelong quest for self-expression…

Shemekia Copeland - The new queen of blues.
By David West published
Born into the blues, Shemekia Copeland’s almighty voice guaranteed she was never going to have to stand in her father’s shadow.

Danielle Nicole: Wolf Den
By David West published
The spirit of New Orleans runs through Nicole’s wolf pack.

Bluesbreakers - Kim Lenz
By David West published
A modern rockabilly queen straight from the heart of Texas.

Limelight: Circuline
By David West published
They began as a tribute act to the greats of prog – now, they’re forging their own future.

John Mayall: Find A Way To Care
By David West published
No need to teach this old blues dog any new tricks.

Legendary Shack Shakers: The Art Of Darkness
By David West published
The prodigiously talented JD Wilkes takes a musical road trip across the deep south as Legendary Shack Shakers return from the dead...

First Look: Dillinger And Coheed Caught Live At Hevy Fest
By David West published
Not yet ratedUS bands hit right note in Kent

Magenta Live at The Borderline
By David West published
Not yet ratedFlawless musical marathon from Welsh proggers.

Bluesbreakers: The Rhythm Shakers
By David West published
Meet California’s premier rockabilly band

Lead Belly Fest
By David West published
Not yet ratedA tribute to a blues legend – and the return of Walter Trout!

Johnny Winter: Live From Japan
By David West published
A Texan legend raises the temperature in Japan.

Rock Candy Funk Party: Groove Is King
By David West published
Bergman, Bonamassa and co get some grease in their groove.

Bluesbreakers: The Graveltones
By David West published
The gritty guitar and drums duo from London via Australia.

Robben Ford, Live in London
By David West published
Not yet ratedThe guitar maestro brings his good vibes to London.

Seasick Steve, Live in London
By David West published
Not yet ratedAt this rate, he’s going to need a bigger dog house.

Samantha Fish: Wild Heart
By David West published
The Kansas City star brews some potent country blues.

Bluesbreakers: The Picturebooks
By David West published
German skateboarders powered by blues, blood and gasoline.

Leprous: Summoning The Faithful
By David West published
With Leprous‘ latest album The Congregation having just dropped, Einar Solberg talks about putting himself under pressure, and making music that’s almost impossible to play.
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