
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

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.

Anathema, live in London
By David West published
Not yet ratedTo celebrate their 25th year together, Anathema play a three hour set full of songs from the back catalogue

The Neal Morse Band, Live In London
By David West published
Not yet ratedNeal Morse Band and Beardfish prog-out in England's capital.

Pepper Keenan: From Down To Deliverance
By David West published
As Pepper Keenan prepares for his first tour with Corrosion of Conformity in almost a decade, he explains why ‘Deliverance’ has stood the test of time

Touchstone's Festive Cheer
By David West published
Not yet ratedTouchstone and Symphony Of Pain bring a touch of seasonal merriment to London's West End.

Midwinter Madness In South London
By David West published
Not yet ratedBands celebrate the solstice in style.

Remembering The Original Japanese Rock Invasion
By David West published
Caught between East and West, Vow Wow left Japan with a dream to make it big in London. Kyoji Yamamoto and Neil Murray remember their cross cultural metal exchange...
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