The Setlist & The Script

Author: Adam Graver

  • Brewery of the Week – Fyne Ales

    Founded in 2001, Fyne Ales, situated in Cairndow, Scotland is a brewery in the most idyllic of landscapes but with an ethos that is far from defined by aesthetic alone. Taken straight from their website, when they opened almost 20 years ago, the aim was to bring prosperity – jobs,…

  • Underscore Part Three’s AAA Industry Interviews start today!

    Across a backdrop of a gloomy three months for the music and arts industry, not only do we welcome the government’s funding announcement today but today is the start of an 3 week event where you can listen to some incredible industry Q&As, all thanks to Underscore Part Three. With…

  • Twisted Wheel Brew Co. – Velvet Bomber

    10% Chocolate Stout brewed by Twisted Wheel Brew Co. based in Standish, North West England. Described as a decadent chocolate stout with an explosion of flavour and velvety smooth texture. Branding: Simple, clean, and effective. Lovely blue contrast with the black and blue can and light blue beer name this…

  • Echelon Coffee Roasters

    Who are Echelon Coffee Roasters? Echelon Coffee is a small speciality coffee roasters based in Leeds. They opened their roastery in 2018 with the goal to bring the best coffee globally to the Yorkshire region, in the most ethical of ways. Their coffees, predominantly Afircan all rank high on the…

  • Brewery of the Week – BrewBoard

    Who are BrewBoard? BrewBoard are an exciting independent brewery based in Cambridgeshire. “The Board has assembled from far and wide, bringing prodigious talent and experience together to produce something special.” Creating modern, intuitive, on trend beer, BrewBoard are one of my ones to watch in 2020/21 with their session, American…

  • Artist of the Week – The Novus

    We’re back in business and music is ready to take centre stage on Halfway 2 Nowhere again. I’ve been quiet during lock-down, working out what’s best for the blog going forward and I’m delighted to launch our Artist of the Week series. Each week – this music blog will feature…

  • Garage Beer Co. – Gone Hollywood

    Gone Hollywood is a world-leading Berliner Weisse made with blackberry and rhubarb, brewed by Garage Beer Co. in Barcelona, Spain. Branding: As would be expected with Garage Beer Co., the branding for Gone Hollywood is clean, easily digestible and makes you think a little. The green colour is crisp and…

  • Booze Views – Crooked Brewing Ltd.

    The third instalment of Booze Views is here, the feature that puts your views online, giving you the chance to let your local know just why you love them so much. This week, we’ve had people answering questions about Crooked Brewing Ltd, a small brewery in Yorkshire. Who are Crooked…

  • Garage Beer Co. x Whiplash Collab – Shoelaces

    Shoelaces is the latest collaboration from Garage Beer Co. in Barcelona, this time with Whiplash, of the Republic of Ireland. The 6.5% IPA comes in a 440ml can and is currently widely available from bottle shops nationwide. Branding: Everything about Garage Beer Co is by the book and to the…

  • Brew By Numbers – 05 | India Pale Ale – East Coast 2020

    05 IPA – East Coast 2020 is one of BBNo’s latest brews, part of the double header released alongside West Coast 2020. Branding: There’s really something about Brew By Numbers I like when it comes to their branding; it’s a science, to the point they have a full brand development…

  • Roaster of the Week – Frazer’s Coffee Roasters

    Who are Frazer’s? Based in Sheffield, Frazer’s Coffee Roasters began in 2014 with a keen focus on quality, fresh and great tasting coffee. Sounds good so far right… They are big suppliers within the local Sheffield area, supplying cafes, restaurants and offices with their high quality roasts. What I like…

  • Brew By Numbers – 05 | India Pale Ale – West Coast 2020

    05 IPA – West Coast 2020 is one of BBNo’s latest brews, part of the double header released alongside East Coast 2020. Branding: Clean and crisp, as expected from BBNo. Great simplicity. ABV, ingredients and beer style very clear and like the 5 point rating for their core elements (Malt,…

  • Brewery of the Week – Full Circle Brew Co.

    Who are Full Circle? Located in Hoults Yard, Newcastle, Full Circle are the most recent addition to the vibrant craft beer scene in the North-East. Set-up less than a year ago, the brewery has already established itself locally with one of the UK’s finest taprooms and during the lockdown period,…

  • Meet the brewer – Horsforth Brewery

    Yorkshire’s Hidden Gem Yorkshire is a region of the UK, known for its beer production in recent years. Some of the country’s finest beers come from the likes of Brass Castle in the north, Docks to the east, Abbeydale, the south and many more, but the most understated one of…

  • Roaster of the Week – Red Bank Coffee

    Who are Red Bank? Red Bank Coffee are a coffee roaster based in Coniston, Lake District. A small batch independent roaster, they have won numerous national awards for their coffee and their Penny Rock, Mountain Rescue and Suke Quto coffees have all received Great Taste Awards from The Guild of…

  • Track of the Day – Will I Ever Love Again

    George Hughes has released his debut track Will I Ever Love Again? It’s a lockdown triumph, with a “Cinammon” folk line running through the track. You can’t help but tap your feet to this and I’m struggling to get it off repeat! Big working from home vibes and I like…

  • Brewery of the Week – Abyss Brewing

    Who are Abyss? Abyss Brewing are an independent brewery on the south coast of England, about 20 miles away from Brighton. The brewery make hop-forward, on trend beers with a belting core range established featuring hazy IPAs and some quirky offerings. Throughout lockdown they have been brewing several new beers,…

  • Top 5 Alcohol Free IPAs 2020

    Top 5 Alcohol Free IPAs 2020

    I must point out before you read on – I will never write a review of beer, coffee or music unless I’ve drank or listened to it. That might seem obvious, but some people will just aimlessly write the popular opinion and get a load of web visits and hits.…

  • Booze Views – Docks Beers

    Grimsby. A town known for the Mighty Mariners, some of the finest fish and chips in the UK and that Elton John song, has long been the forgotten town of the North. Over the last two years or so though, one institution flying the flag for the North Lincolnshire town…

  • Brewery of the Week – Tooth & Claw

    Who are Tooth & Claw? Taken straight from their own website Tooth & Claw is a collective of Cameron’s Brewery employees that are dedicated to producing a range of innovative beer styles. Brewing as part of the Cameron’s brand, the guys at Tooth & Claw have one remit, to find…