It was a metal event like no other on 17^th of December at the Carling Academy.

To coincide with the launch of a new website and stores, we have put together a Sponsored, metal event which will premier the most up and coming talent in the North East.

The event will Showcase the hottest metal bands Newcastle has to offer.

Headlining - The Casino Brawl

and as a special treat Elias Last Day, one of the best bands to come out of Preston

Don’t forget to check out the myspace - Massacre on 3^rd and 56street

The Newcastle Scene

Here's a run down for anyone out there who may be moving to Newcastle or just droppin by to see what all the fuss is about:

Fashion -well there's ......lets think??????

3rd and 56th Street
Two stores located in the heart of Newcastle, nearest Metro Station is the Monument.  Located on 'The Green' aka a building site at the moment on Old Eldon Square.  There are major works going on outside Newcastle's favourite mecca for all things gothic, emo or scene but bear with it we're sure it will be all good in the end. We've just had a major face lift, hence the new name and new sparkly signs etc. and wads of new gothic clothes, emo style jeans. hoodies etc and accessories. Online is just a little taster of what's in store so come see us...

Hair/Beauty
For some of the most outrageous emo style hairstyles in the North East we would recommend 'U' Hair Salon and 'The Little Barber Shop' - both on Gosforth High Street - for cuts, colours, beauty treatments..the works..
**NOW LISTEN UP EXCLUSIVE OFFER***
Open to all 3rd and 56th Street Customers..take along a receipt from 3rd and 56th Street for a purchase of £30 or over and get 10% off any treatment/hair cut etc. 
U Salon 85-87 Gosforth High Street 0191 2855055
The Little Barber's Shop 67 Gosforth High Street

Nights Out/Clubbin/Drinkin

The Venue/Krash

Is one of the hottest rock clubs in Newcastle on a Saturday night playing a mix of metal/emo/punk/ska/hardcore and pop punk. Can be found on Market Street, Newcastle upon Tyne again nearest metro is the Monument.

Revolution - Newcastle Carling Academy

Revolution is similar to Krash except it is a much larger venue and has two rooms (Academy I and II)  In the main room playlist is punk rock.metal/emo and insdustrial etc and in the other room its more laid back indie. Great atmosphere.  Friday Nights. Carling Academy, nearest metro Central Station. Located on Westgate road. 10pm - 3am.  http://www.revolution-rocks.co.uk/

Bulletproof - Newcastle Carling Academy

If you like the indie scene the best place to be is at the Carling Academy on a Saturday night (see above for location details)

Great live music venue first and foremost - check out www.newcastle-academy.co.uk/ for a full listing.

Trillions Rock Bar

And before you hit any of the clubs without a shadow of a doubt the bar of choice is Trillions for an awesome juke box, a relaxing atmosphere and loads of great deals on drinks.  Can be found off Northumberland Street on Princess Square (nearest metro Monument) tel: 0191 2321619. Has late night opening til 1am Thursday - Saturday and has an impressive list of live bands playing throughout the year.

Other places of Interest

Northside Tattoo Studio
Northside has won awards all over the word since they opened over 15 years ago.  It has five of the best tattooists the North East has to offer.  If you are looking for your own design, a cover-up, line work, work re-lined of just a damned good tattoo Northside is where it is at.
Located in Whitley Bay , Station Road - just off from the whitely Bay Metro Tel: 0191 2971327 www.northsidetattooz.co.uk