Evie Gledhill

Hi I'm Evie, a writer and music, arts and culture journalist based in Manchester!

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LOUD WOMEN •

Izzie Derry releases courageous alt-rock single ‘If They Knew What You Did’

Brighton’s Izzie Derry‘s latest release ‘If They Knew What You Did’ marks a powerful moment in her career. The singer-songwriter combines powerful vocals with moving and relatable recounts of the female experience, providing intricate storytelling that inspires her listeners.

Written and produced by Derry, ‘If They Knew What You Did’ is a beautifully constructed single that discusses themes of trauma, heartbreak, and sexual assault. On the record, Derry openly describes the fear and shame that...
aAh! Magazine •

The Resurgence of Female Pop Power: 5 female artists touring the UK in 2025 - aAh! Magazine

Featured image: Evie Gledhill


By Evie Gledhill


Last year, some of the biggest names in music toured the UK. From global superstars Taylor Swift and Beyonce to breakthrough artists like Chappell Roan and The Last Dinner Party, we saw the revival of strong female pop icons in the music industry. And at a time when women are still not headlining festivals, getting equal pay or being taken seriously, it’s much needed.


According to the Musician’s Union, 51% of women in music have been discr...
Evie writes and talks •

Guitarist of Liverpool-based band is helping redefine the prog funk genre

By Evie Gledhill


Luke Lomax first picked up the guitar when he was 9 and admittedly, didn’t think much of it until he really began to pursue the instrument at the age of 11, with the help of his guitar teacher. From then on, music has been the connecting string, guiding him through life’s journey. 


Lomax is the guitarist and bass player of Liverpool-based prog funk band The Armchair Captains, who are crafting genre-defying tunes in the heart of music city. The five-piece band- who are best...
Evie writes and talks •

Jonas Brothers bring a night of nostalgia to their Manchester gig

By Evie Gledhill

A night of nostalgia, hits and pure celebration was brought by the Jonas Brothers on Thursday night at Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena. As promised on their Five Albums One Night Tour, the sibling trio ploughed through their lengthy discography, including early records such as their punchy Busted Cover of “Year 3000”, Disney track “Burnin’ Up” and chart-topping solos “Jealous” and “Cake by the Ocean”, making for a high-spirited atmosphere across all boards. This ultimately raise...
aAh! Magazine •

Beyond the Music: "Courageous leadership" in the spotlight as women in music demand action on industry misogyny - aAh! Magazine

Featured image and photography: Anna Marsden


The Beyond the Music Conference in Manchester became a rallying point for tackling the endemic misogyny embedded in the music industry, with a panel of influential women calling for urgent cultural change and industry accountability.


Organised in partnership with the Musicians Union and She Said So, the event spotlighted the findings of the Misogyny in Music Report and championed the Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority (CIISA) as...
The Northern Quota •

Andy Burnham is helping young people find better career pathways - The Northern Quota

Image Credit: Kyle Rozcniak


“Young people growing up in Greater Manchester can see the skyscrapers of the city from their bedroom window, but they can’t see a path for themselves.”


Andy Burnham, who has served as mayor of Greater Manchester since 2017, delivered the above words as part of a keynote speech at Manchester’s Beyond the Music conference. The mayor outlined the advancements made which benefit young people, and the music scene, in the city.


Burnham opened the speech by highlig...