3-5 Stars
Yung - Ongoing Dispute
This is no blistering return, but a pleasant one nonetheless.
22nd January 2021
3-5 Stars Album & EP Reviews
3-5 Stars
Lokoy - Badminton
Lasse Løkoy shows himself a deft hand at producing low-key bedroom pop.
22nd January 2021
3-5 Stars
Still Corners - The Last Exit
Largely worthy of the cultural touchpoints it so proudly nods to.
22nd January 2021
3-5 Stars
Lonely The Brave - The Hope List
Their brand of intense but atmospheric rock feels rejuvenating.
22nd January 2021
3-5 Stars
Rose Gray - dancing, drinking, talking, thinking
It marks Rose’s out as a name to watch.
22nd January 2021
3-5 Stars
You Me At Six - SUCKAPUNCH
It’s a version of You Me At Six we’ve never seen before, and it’s certainly bold.
15th January 2021
3-5 Stars
Buck Meek - Two Saviors
A soothing antidote to literally everything else 2020 has thrown our way.
15th January 2021
3-5 Stars
Viagra Boys - Welfare Jazz
A document of a band that are perhaps more in limbo than they might first appear.
8th January 2021
3-5 Stars
Another Sky - Music For Winter Vol. 1
Epressing bleakness in a way that is itself engaging is not an easy feat, and this EP is a commendable attempt.
1st January 2021
3-5 Stars
ZAND - UGLY POP
ZAND has made their stamp on UK pop.
27th November 2020
3-5 Stars
Tim Burgess - The Ascent of the Ascended
Still very much a force to be reckoned with.
27th November 2020
3-5 Stars
Viji - Are You In My Head?
Every track here has a magic about it which sounds completely effortless.
13th November 2020
3-5 Stars
Kylie - Disco
Helmed by pop’s most lovable stalwart, you can’t help but crack a smile.
6th November 2020
3-5 Stars
Tiña - Positive Mental Health Music
A debut record that quietly paves the way for modern psychedelic pop.
6th November 2020
3-5 Stars
Alan Power - Songs to Break America
Good, old-fashioned songwriting with a country twang.
6th November 2020
3-5 Stars
Dizzee Rascal - E3 AF
Dizzee remains in touch with the youthful verve of earlier efforts with ‘E3 AF’.
30th October 2020
3-5 Stars
MOURN – Self Worth
MOURN have embraced the uncontrollable chaos in order to find their own relief, as messy as that may be.
30th October 2020
3-5 Stars
Songhoy Blues - Optimisme
A short, sharp blast of buoyancy, delivered as only Songhoy Blues can.
23rd October 2020
3-5 Stars
PUP - This Place Sucks Ass
It feels like there’s never been a better time for a fresh injection of the Toronto punks’ spirit.
23rd October 2020
3-5 Stars
James Blake - Before
For a pleasant stop-gap release, James Blake delivers.
14th October 2020
3-5 Stars
IDLES – Ultra Mono
It’s an excellent message to stand for, but a big mantle to carry.
25th September 2020
3-5 Stars
A Swayze & the Ghosts - Paid Salvation
Think the organised chaos of ‘70s NYC post-punk, or even the near-drone of erstwhile Leeds rockers Eagulls.
18th September 2020
3-5 Stars
Yellow Days - A Day In A Yellow Beat
He’s created a heady, vibey, dare we say it - groovy - mood.
18th September 2020
3-5 Stars
Gus Dapperton - Orca
An artist stepping up musically, while also finding strength in his vulnerability.
18th September 2020
3-5 Stars
The Flaming Lips - American Head
It may not get your feet moving but it’ll tug at the heartstrings.
11th September 2020
3-5 Stars
The Lemon Twigs - Songs For The General Public
A paean to the past, full of lovelorn warmth, Zombies-on-a-road-trip harmonies and ridiculous piano jams.
21st August 2020
3-5 Stars
Halloweens - Maserati Anxiety Designed
It’s clear the pair are having fun.
21st August 2020
3-5 Stars
Washed Out - Purple Noon
A glacial melt of shimmering beauty, asking for attention and rewarding it with a kind of zen.
7th August 2020