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its charm. The mix allows each instrument to breathe, with Burton’s vocals front
and centre, commanding attention without overpowering the ensemble.

Thematically, the album celebrates universal blues motifs: longing, labour, love, and

legacy. But it’s the celebration of women’s roles—both nurturing and commanding—
that gives the record its emotional anchor.

Ian K McKenzie

Beaux Gris Gris & The Apocalypse—Hot Nostalgia
Radio—Grow Vision Music & Records

Beaux Gris Gris & The Apocalypse’s “Hot Nostalgia Radio
Live” is a thunderous celebration of roots rock energy,
theatrical flair, and communal joy—capturing the band’s

live magic in a 24-track, two-hour spectacle that feels
both intimate and explosive.

Recorded at The Corn Exchange in Devizes,Wiltshire and

released on November 7, 2025, this album and concert
film package is a bold statement from a band that thrives on stage performances.
There are guest appearances from Jon Amor, Ruzz Evans, and original Apocalypse

member Emma Jonson and the performance is a kaleidoscope of musical chemistry
and raw charisma.

From the opening track, the band channels the chaos and catharsis of their live

shows. Greta Valenti’s vocals are fierce and theatrical, matched by Robin Davey’s
guitar work that veers from swampy blues to punk-infused riffs. The rhythm
section—Tom Rasulo on drums and Ross Munro on keys and horns—drives the set

with relentless momentum.

‘One Massive Hit’, a fast-paced anthem at 152 bpm, is a riotous blend of satire and

swagger, produced by Valenti and Davey and mixed by Chris Sheldon (Foo Fighters,
Biffy Clyro).

‘Satisfy Your Queen’ is a vampiric romp that showcases Greta’s vocal theatrics and

the band’s cinematic flair.

‘Oh Yeah!’, brings you a breathless opener that channels Ramones-style urgency
with rock ’n’ roll keys and punchy lyrics.

The release comes in two collector’s formats: a triple vinyl set and a double CD +

Blu-Ray concert film, the latter featuring additional songs not on the audio album.
It’s designed to be immersive—“the closest you can get to experiencing a Beaux Gris

Gris show without being there”, says Valenti.