Buzz’s tireless writing team have notched up well over 100 gig reviews this year, in venues ranging from function rooms to stadia, and our equally tireless photographers have ably illustrated them along the way. In fact, they did such a collectively bang-up job that we thought we’d give you a visual treat by putting our 20 personal favourites from 2024’s crop into one date-ordered gallery. Tuck in!

The Libertines, Clwb Ifor Bach, Cardiff, Sat 27 Jan – photo by Emma Lewis

“Up The Bracket transports this crowd to a sleazy early-00s underground club,” wrote Teresa Delfino.

N’Famady Kouyaté, The Moon, Cardiff, Fri 15 Mar – photo by Chloe Jackson-Nott

“A flash of infectious Friday evening joy,” wrote CJ Wagstaff.

The Hives, Great Hall, Cardiff University Students Union, Fri 5 Apr – photo by Tim Alban

“There are multiple drinks thrown into the air when the band play Hate To Say I Told You So,” wrote Joshua Williams.

James, Utilita Arena Cardiff, Tue 11 June – photo by Tim Alban

“After four decades, James remain a real class act,” wrote Neil Collins.

Pink, Principality Stadium, Cardiff, Tue 11 June – photo by Anthony James

“A pitch-perfect mix of Pink’s greatest hits and newer tracks,” wrote Ewa Pałka.

Taylor Swift, Principality Stadium, Cardiff, Tue 18 June – photo by Tim Alban

“Thank you for making our city shimmer,” wrote Gosia Buzzanca.

Foo Fighters, Principality Stadium, Cardiff, Tue 25 June – photo by Anthony James

“A no-frills, stripped-back rock’n’roll extravaganza,” wrote Chris Andrews.

Paloma Faith, Utilita Arena Cardiff, Thurs 4 July – photo by Tim Alban

“Uplifting, enervating, inspiring, and just a whole lot of fun,” wrote Mab Jones.

Suede, Cardiff Castle, Fri 5 July – photo by Simon Ayre

“The weather could be better, but the spirits are not to be dampened,” wrote Joshua Williams.

Tom Jones, Chepstow Racecourse, Sat 6 July – photo by Hannah Nicolson-Tottle

“A pair of oversized pink bloomers were being thrown forward across the arena, alas never to reach the stage,” wrote Lynda Nash.

Billy Joel, Principality Stadium, Cardiff, Fri 9 Aug – photo by Tim Alban

“What a coup for the Welsh capital,” wrote Antonia Levay.

Kneecap, Tramshed, Cardiff, Tue 1 Oct – photo by Chloe Jackson-Nott

“Tonight is a show for the ages, an absolute belter,” wrote Joshua Williams.

Soft Play, Tramshed, Cardiff, Wed 16 Oct – photo by Chloe Jackson-Nott

“A great show and one that goes down smooth,” wrote Joshua Williams.

Becky Hill, Utilita Arena Cardiff, Tue 22 Oct – photo by Joseph Elijah

“A celebration of music, energy and connection,” wrote Ewa Pałka.

Public Service Broadcasting, Great Hall, Cardiff University Students Union, Mon 28 Oct – photo by Chloe Jackson-Nott

“A jambalaya of sounds and textures, with numerous flavours coming through,” wrote Oliver R. Moore-Howells.

Delilah Bon, Clwb Ifor Bach, Cardiff, Thurs 31 Oct – photo by Chloe Jackson-Nott

“A vibrant community where everyone feels valued, heard and respected,” wrote Chloe Jackson-Nott.

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Utilita Arena Cardiff, Wed 6 Nov – photo by Tim Alban

“He holds thousands of people in silence in the palm of his hand,” wrote Joshua Williams.

I Am Drug, Tiny Rebel Cardiff, Fri 8 Nov – photo by Keith Bolton

“Not only perfectly acceptable but positively entertaining,” wrote Ben Woolhead.

Blossoms, Great Hall, Cardiff University Students Union, Sat 9 Nov – photo by Ceirios Bebb

“They are at the peak of their powers and in the form of their lives,” wrote Joshua Williams.

Skillet, Utilita Arena Cardiff, Sun 17 Nov – photo by Jon Herron

“A solid set from tour support Skillet, who are well represented by their own loyal fans,” wrote Colin Palmer.

See more from Buzz’s photographers at these links:

Tim Alban / Simon Ayre / Ceirios Bebb / Keith Bolton / Joseph Elijah / Jon Herron / Chloe Jackson-Nott / Anthony James / Emma Lewis / Hannah Nicolson-Tottle