Priya Ragu — damnshestamil
4 Stars
A kaleidoscopic mixtape.
2nd September 2021
Archive
2nd September 2021
Baby Queen — The Yearbook
4 Stars
More than good enough to graduate to the next round.
2nd September 2021
Kanye West — DONDA
3 Stars
Predictably bloated and unnecessarily uneven.
2nd September 2021
caro♡ — Heartbeats / Heartbreaks
3-5 Stars
A mesmerising introduction into caro♡‘s world of smooth and sleek pop.
2nd September 2021
Björk to headline Bluedot 2022 with The Hallé Orchestra
The festival returns to Jodrell Bank next July
2nd September 2021
Yard Act: “People are fundamentally flawed and that’s really important”
Leeds quartet Yard Act are offering up a glimpse into the complex characters we share our lives with; now’s the perfect time to get acquainted with their world.
2nd September 2021
Lil Nas X shares ‘Montero’ tracklist featuring Megan Thee Stallion, Elton John, Miley Cyrus
The star’s debut album is out later this month
2nd September 2021
Creeper, A Day To Remember and more added to Download 2022
The festivals returns to Donington next June
2nd September 2021
Bleach Lab announce second EP ‘Nothing Feels Real’
Listen to new track ‘Talk It Out’ now.
2nd September 2021
The Flaming Lips record Nick Cave covers album with young fan
‘Where The Viaduct Looms’ is out next month
2nd September 2021
The Ninth Wave return with new single ‘Piece and Pound Coins’
It’s a taster of a larger project set to arrive next year
2nd September 2021
Dublin’s Silverbacks share new single ‘Wear My Medals’
They’ve also announced that they’ve signed to Full Time Hobby!
2nd September 2021
Iceland Airwaves postponed to 2022 due to COVID-19 restrictions
The festival will return to Reykjavik next year
2nd September 2021
Kanye West sets himself on fire in new ‘Come To Life’ video
The track appears on new album ‘DONDA’
2nd September 2021
Watch a never-seen-before clip of Oasis playing ‘Live Forever’ at Knebworth
A new documentary about the iconic 1996 shows is set to be released this month
2nd September 2021
ABBA announce new album ‘Voyage’ and new concert experience
Listen to their first new music in 40 years now!
2nd September 2021
Charli XCX returns with new banger ‘Good Ones’
It’s the first taste of her upcoming new album!
2nd September 2021
joan drop new bop ‘something special’
Lifted from their forthcoming ‘hi’ EP.
2nd September 2021
Leo Bhanji releases new single ‘Sea Demon’
It’s the first single from his forthcoming EP ‘Arm’s Length’.
2nd September 2021
Skepta shares new video for ‘Eyes On Me’
It gives fans a glimpse into a day in the life of the star.
2nd September 2021
LUMP share video for ‘Paradise’, animated by Laura Marling
The track is lifted from the project’s second album, ‘Animal’.
2nd September 2021
Watch Bastille’s cinematic video for ‘Thelma + Louise’
“This video’s been a massive, international collective effort,” says Dan Smith.
2nd September 2021
Jon Hopkins announces new album ‘Music For Psychedelic Therapy’
The record is being previewed by first song ‘Sit Around The Fire’, a collaboration with East Forest and Ram Dass.
2nd September 2021
Moonchild Sanelly shares new single ‘Undumpable’
It’s “a jam about a relationship where the couples’ tempers are frayed in lockdown, in a super intense atmosphere.”
2nd September 2021
1st September 2021
Jay Som and Palehound return as Bachelor with new song ‘I See It Now’
It follows the duo’s 2021 debut album ‘Doomin’ Sun’
1st September 2021
Bonnaroo 2021 cancelled due to flooding caused by Hurricane Ida
“Mother Nature has dealt us a tremendous amount of rain over the past 24 hours, and we have run out of options to try to make the event happen safely.”
1st September 2021
Brockhampton’s final album is now coming out next year
The delay appears to be due to the band recruiting new members
1st September 2021
Four Tet to return to Brixton Academy next month for three-night residency
Kieran Hebden will be joined by a cast of friends at the shows
1st September 2021
Royal Blood announce special hometown show in Brighton
The Mysterines will provide support
1st September 2021
Griff and her shadow dance it out in new ‘One Night’ video
Watch the surreal visual now.
1st September 2021
Kevin Abstract is delaying his next solo album to 2022
“ima spend more time on it”
1st September 2021
Wet share new single ‘Clementine’
Lifted from their forthcoming album ‘Letter Blue’.
1st September 2021
Joe & The Shitboys return with new single ‘Pull The Trigger’
It comes ahead of the Faroese punks’ first UK tour this month
1st September 2021
Personal Trainer reveal ‘Fiddlefunk’ video
The Dutch collective have also announced a European headline tour!
1st September 2021
POND tease new album ‘9’ with new track and video ‘Human Touch’
The band’s new album arrives next month
1st September 2021
Damon Albarn unveils new track ‘Particles’
New album ‘The Nearer The Fountain, More Pure The Stream Flows’ lands later this year.
1st September 2021
Maisie Peters: “I put the story and lyrics at the front of what I do”
With her debut album inching ever closer to the Number One spot, we have a quick chat with pop’s newest star.
1st September 2021
Lady Bird announce debut album ‘WE’
Check out lead single ‘Factory Fool’ now.
1st September 2021
31st August 2021
State of Flux: Graham Coxon
Welcome to ‘Superstate’, a dystopian world full of apocalyptic drama and personal revelation. Let Graham Coxon be your guide…
31st August 2021
JPEGMAFIA announces new album and world tour
Check out new track ‘TRUST!’ now.
31st August 2021
Bree Runway, Rina Sawayama, Dorian Electra and more to feature on ‘Chromatica’ remix album
‘Dawn of Chromatica’ arrives later this week!
31st August 2021
Disclosure announce London shows
It will be their first London shows since 2015.
31st August 2021
Pixey shares new track ‘Life In Stereo’
Lifted from her forthcoming new EP ‘Sunshine State’.
31st August 2021
Blue Bendy offer up new track ‘A Celebration’
It comes alongside the news that they’ve signed to Practise Music.
31st August 2021
Miles Kane announces intimate London show
He’ll be performing at Omeara later this month!
31st August 2021
Blackaby releases new single ‘She’ll Make Some Time On A Monday’
He’s also announced new UK tour dates!
31st August 2021
Wavves reveal ‘Thru Hell’ video
Lifted from their newest album ‘Hideaway’.
31st August 2021
Johnny Marr returns with ‘Spirit, Power And Soul’
It’s the first new music from his forthcoming double album.
31st August 2021
30th August 2021
The Streets throw a rowdy champagne-popping party at South Facing
Note to future festivals: never put Mike Skinner behind a moat.
30th August 2021
Liam Gallagher, Biffy Clyro and Wolf Alice close a triumphant Reading return
Holly Humberstone and a surprise set from Pa Salieu also stand out on the festival’s final day.
30th August 2021
The NEU Bulletin (Ash, Willow Kayne, H3rizon and more!)
DIY’s essential, weekly (ish) guide to the best new music.
30th August 2021
29th August 2021
Supergrass prove that nostalgia can still feel fresh at South Facing festival
With The Cribs in tow as special guests, the new event is aiming high.
29th August 2021
slowthai rules Saturday at Reading, while KennyHoopla marks himself out as a future superstar
Bob Vylan’s visceral punk has The Pit going, while Master Peace and Beabadoobee also entertain.
29th August 2021
28th August 2021
Stormzy, Ashnikko and a surprise Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes shine as Reading returns
Declan McKenna, Sports Team and AJ Tracey also impress on the festival’s first day.
28th August 2021
27th August 2021
Saddle Up: Foals
After a long year of sitting on the sofa, Foals are finally getting back to where they belong: ripping it up on the big stage once more.
27th August 2021
Turnstile: “We took the chance, and it ended up being incredible”
With their new album ‘Glow On’ out now, vocalist Brendan Yates tells us about their most innovative work yet.
27th August 2021
Megan Thee Stallion hops on BTS ‘Butter’ remix
“I can’t wait for all the Hotties and ARMY to hear it.”
27th August 2021
The Vaccines share new song ‘El Paso’
Lifted from their upcoming album ‘Back In Love City’.
27th August 2021
Kacey Musgraves reveals new track ‘justified’
It’s the newest glimpse into her forthcoming album.
27th August 2021
Kim Petras returns with ‘Future Starts Now’
It’s the first taste of her upcoming debut studio album!
27th August 2021
Griff releases new single ‘One Night’
It’s her first new material since the release of her debut mixtape.
27th August 2021
BLACKSTARKIDS drop new bop ‘FIGHT CLUB’
Their debut album ‘Puppies Forever’ is out later this year.
27th August 2021
26th August 2021
Strength in Numbers: Big Red Machine
Aaron Dessner and Justin Vernon’s new album is an ode to the power of collaboration, with the duo confronting mental health, loss and change with the help of Taylor Swift, Sharon Van Etten and more.
26th August 2021
Chvrches — Screen Violence
5 Stars
Their most euphoric rallying cry to date.
26th August 2021
Superstate — Superstate
4 Stars
Graham Coxon’s naturally antsy pen lends just the right amount of discomfort to the atmosphere.
26th August 2021
Turnstile — Glow On
4 Stars
It shows off just how innovative hardcore could become.
26th August 2021
Indigo De Souza — Any Shape You Take
4 Stars
Simultaneously euphoric and angsty.
26th August 2021
Big Red Machine — How Long Do You Think It’s Gonna Last?
3-5 Stars
There’s a terrific bounty to be enjoyed in the centre of the Vernon-Dessner Venn diagram.
26th August 2021
Maisie Peters — You Signed Up For This
3-5 Stars
Big emotions, small glances, everything feeling life-defining.
26th August 2021
Chubby And The Gang — The Mutt’s Nuts
3-5 Stars
As could probably be extrapolated from the record’s title alone, one thing ‘The Mutt’s Nuts’ does well is evoke an approximation of ‘70s pub rock.
26th August 2021
The Bronx — Bronx VI
3-5 Stars
Long-time followers will not be disappointed, but new converts are likely to be few in number.
26th August 2021
Zach Witness releases the video for ‘Love Divine’
It comes alongside the release of his new EP!
26th August 2021
ZAND shares new track ‘Religion’
The “ugly pop” artist’s latest offering was recorded in partnership with Jägermeister Musik.
26th August 2021
Elke offers up new single ‘The Pink Tip Of A Match Turns Black’
Lifted from her forthcoming debut album, ‘No Pain For Us Here’.
26th August 2021
Lil Nas X details debut album ‘Montero’
Watch the cinematic teaser trailer now!
26th August 2021
Django Django announce ‘Glowing In The Dark’ deluxe edition
Featuring five new songs!
26th August 2021
daine joins forces with Bring Me The Horizon’s Oli Sykes for ‘Salt’
Listen to the new emo anthem from the rising star now.
26th August 2021
Bria share new single ‘Dreaming My Dreams With You’
The interpretation of the Waylon Jennings hit features on their upcoming ‘Cuntry Covers Vol. 1’ EP.
26th August 2021
Gorillaz drop new three-track EP ‘Meanwhile’
Featuring AJ Tracey, Jelani Blackman, Barrington Levy and Alicaì Harley.
26th August 2021
Declan McKenna: “It’s the most exciting thing that’s happened in fucking ages!”
Returning to Reading & Leeds with second album ‘Zeros’ still freshly in tow, Declan talks chaotic festivals past, curiously specific new skills and what’s behind latest release, ‘My House’.
26th August 2021
Ada Lea reveals new single ‘partner’
Lifted from upcoming new album ‘one hand on the steering wheel the other sewing a garden’.
26th August 2021
25th August 2021
Nova Twins: “We want to make the music scene less pigeonholed and boxy”
Following the release of their debut ‘Who Are The Girls?’ last year, this duo are breathing new life into rock.
25th August 2021
BANKS reveals new track ‘Skinnydipped’
“It’s about knowing your worth and shedding your skin.”
25th August 2021
King Krule announces new live album ‘You Heat Me Up, You Cool Me Down’
Listen to lead single ‘Stoned Again (Live)’ now!
25th August 2021
Gustaf share new track ‘Best Behavior’
Lifted from their upcoming debut LP ‘Audio Drag For Ego Slobs’.
25th August 2021
Boy Scouts unveils new single ‘Didn’t I’
Her new album ‘Wayfinder’ arrives later this year.
25th August 2021
Joy Crookes releases new single ‘When You Were Mine’
Lifted from her upcoming debut album ‘Skin’.
25th August 2021
Orlando Weeks shares new track ‘Deep Down Way Out’
It’s the newest glimpse into his forthcoming second solo album.
25th August 2021
Scruffpuppie drops ‘assignment song’
She’s the latest signee to Phoebe Bridgers’ Saddest Factory Records.
25th August 2021
Geese detail debut album ‘Projector’
Check out new track ‘Low Era’ now.
25th August 2021
Ross From Friends announces new album ‘Tread’
Check out new track ‘The Daisy’ now.
25th August 2021
Deerhoof offer up new track ‘Plant Thief’
Taken from their new album ‘Actually, You Can’.
25th August 2021
Bingo Fury shares new track ‘Happy Snake’
It’s the second instalment of his AA-side via Ra-Ra Rok Records.
25th August 2021
ĠENN unleash new track ‘Catalyst’
Released alongside a new live version of ‘Feel’.
25th August 2021
Sleigh Bells share ‘Justine Go Genesis’
Their new album ‘Texis’ arrives next month.
25th August 2021
Sigrid releases new bop ‘Burning Bridges’
“It’s a song that’s about the point where you just have to say in a relationship, ‘you know what, let’s just finish this’.”
25th August 2021
Tracks: An AIM Awards special
We look back at tracks from some of this year’s nominees, including Arlo Parks, ENNY and Fontaines DC.
25th August 2021
24th August 2021
Lorde — Solar Power
3-5 Stars
A heady trip that prances around greatness but settles for pretty good.
24th August 2021
Porches reveals new single ‘Lately’
Lifted from forthcoming album ‘All Day Gentle Hold !’.
24th August 2021
Jesu remixes Julien Baker’s ‘Favor’
‘Little Oblivion Remixes’ EP arrives next week.
24th August 2021