From Muse to Wolf Alice to Hinds - the year's most stunning shots

Taking pictures at a gig is a somewhat contentious issue. Does it enhance the experience by providing you with a permanent memento, or irritate everyone around you while slightly reducing your own experience in the process? Well, you don't need to make up your mind - you can just rely on Gigwise's trusted photographers to provide some of the most beautiful gig photos you've ever seen.

From Father John Misty on his knees to Savages' Jehnny Beth crowdsurfing to Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl punching the air while sitting on a throne, we've provided some truly breathtaking live photos in 2015.

Here's some of the best.