FIDLAR talk thinking outside of the box: “I wanted to experience letting someone else produce us”
L.A. group dig into weird studio habits in the new issue of DIY, out Friday 7th August.
5th August 2015
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Swim Deep talk second album: “This was the music we wanted to be making”
Group open up about LP2 in the new issue of DIY, out Friday 7th August.
4th August 2015
Chvrches, on their new album: “We don’t exist in a vacuum anymore.”
Trio speak to DIY about ‘Every Open Eye’ in the August issue, out this Friday.
4th August 2015
On another planet: Young Fathers
Why so serious? Post-Mercury Prize victory, Young Fathers explain why their every move involves intention, and why they always have — and always will — stick to their ethos.
4th August 2015
Alvvays to take on your questions in DIY’s Popstar Postbag
The Canadian group are the latest band set to take on the challenge.
14th July 2015
Eagulls in the studio: “At times the process became pretty gruelling”
The Leeds bruisers talk DIY through the making of their upcoming second full-length.
12th July 2015
Ain’t it fun — Bleachers: “There was a freedom with this album”
With his new project Bleachers, Fun.‘s Jack Antonoff is uncovering a window into his world.
7th July 2015
Refused: “You have to take risks, that’s part of the DNA of the band”
Refused return with their first new album in 17 years.
29th June 2015
Wolf Alice: a golden age
A bright, exciting pack of new bands are racing to the top. Leading the way is Wolf Alice, whose debut album ‘My Love Is Cool’ is ready to inspire a generation.
24th June 2015
Lucy Rose says new album is “an acceptance that some people are going to like what I’m doing”
Londoner explains how a trip to Salt Lake City defined her new album.
23rd June 2015
Desaparecidos: “Ultimately, we’ve always done things on our own terms”
Back after 13 years out of the limelight, the Nebraskan band talk new record ‘Payola’.
23rd June 2015
Refused criticise “nostalgia circuit” — “that’s not really part of our expression as a band”
Kristofer Steen explains the motive behind his band’s comeback in the new issue of DIY.
22nd June 2015
Bleachers’ Jack Antonoff: “I wanted to hear all of the sounds of my life”
Go-to producer discusses ‘Strange Desire’ in the new issue of DIY.
19th June 2015
Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker: “I thought ‘Lonerism’ was a pop album”
Frontman and producer talks the ‘Currents’ album in the new issue of DIY.
18th June 2015
Shine a light — Hudson Mohawke: “I’m intrigued to see what people’s reactions will be”
From collaborating with Kanye West to dominating festivals with TNGHT, it’s time again for Hudson Mohawke to take up the limelight on his own.
18th June 2015
Everything Everything: “I feel like we’ve finally found our feet on this record”
Donning Gryffindor quidditch robes and exploring different directions, the band hit a new stride on third album ‘Get to Heaven’.
16th June 2015
Wavves: “I’d rather stay busy than let my mind wander into a dark place”
Nathan Williams can’t stop recording. Think of his output like bowel movements. Actually, please don’t do that.
10th June 2015
Kid Wave: “I was writing the album when I wanted something else”
Lea Emmery talks seeking escapism and how she achieved it with debut album ‘Wonderlust’.
6th June 2015
Palma Violets: “There’s no producer in the world who could ever make us sound professional”
Spiritual encounters, murderous dreams — Palma Violets were never going to get an easy ride, but new album ‘Danger in the Club’ has taken a strange course.
5th June 2015
Clarence Clarity: “I drove myself mad making this album”
It’s no secret that Clarence Clarity is an enigmatic being, but ahead of making his live debut, he invited DIY to have a glance into his world.
3rd June 2015
Alex Burey: “So many artists nowadays — everyone’s in love with them for a year”
This South London-based BRIT School graduate makes patchwork recordings of sample-heavy soul.
2nd June 2015
Lower Than Atlantis to face your questions in DIY’s Popstar Postbag
The Watford four-piece are the next band to take a grilling from you, dear readers.
28th May 2015
Destroyer: “I’ve always suffered from delusions of grandeur”
Dan Bejar returns later this year with new album, ‘Poison Season’ — and once again, Destroyer are trying something new.
26th May 2015
Jamie xx: “Not a lot of people get to be where I am”
Jamie xx is in a unique position. With the world watching, he can turn in just about any direction.
22nd May 2015