Beck - Hyperspace
4-5 Stars
That ‘Hyperspace’ is quite so seamless in its execution is an utter joy.
21st November 2019
Reviews
Ruthie - Universal Heartbreak Now
3-5 Stars
Something of an ode to being alone.
21st November 2019
(Sandy) Alex G brings humour and cult hits to Brooklyn Steel
Two hours of sombre guitar music and hilarious interjections, who could ask for more?
21st November 2019
Loyle Carner’s storytelling warms the hearts of a sold out Alexandra Palace
Everything from gospel choir to soul, laid-back jazz and old school hip hop is amalgamated into a highly danceable yet moving union of sounds.
21st November 2019
Do Nothing set their claim as Great Escape 2020 future highlight at DIY’s First Fifty show
The Cool Greenhouse and Girls In Synthesis also bring the bangers to The Old Blue Last.
20th November 2019
Shura brings a perfect pop spectacle to the Roundhouse
It confirms her place as one of the most captivating pop stars in the UK.
19th November 2019
Vampire Weekend’s triumphant 2019 continues at massive Alexandra Palace show
Ezra and pals manage to make it feel like the same intimate sing-a-long, albeit this time with 10,000 of your mates.
15th November 2019
Lande Hekt - Gigantic Disappointment
4 Stars
A debut laced with a tangible sense of movement and self-discovery.
14th November 2019
Willie J Healey - Hello Good Morning
4 Stars
Willie’s knack for a hook is on full display.
14th November 2019
The Ninth Wave - Infancy Pt. II
3 Stars
It’s a bit like being given only the second half of a book, or entering the cinema half way through a film.
14th November 2019
Clairo brings intimacy and singalongs to Brooklyn Steel
It’s astonishing tonight to see how the 21-year-old holds the Brooklyn crowd at her fingertips.
13th November 2019
IDLES bring unbridled joy, unity and timely anger to Alexandra Palace
Sweaty, celebratory and utterly triumphant.
12th November 2019
A Grade II building and a Grade I band: Metronomy bring the fun to London’s Roundhouse
This is the first of two sold out shows at the iconic North London venue and there’s a buzz in the air.
11th November 2019
Kele - 2042
4 Stars
By holding a mirror up to society, ‘2042’ encourages us all to keep fighting the good fight.
7th November 2019
MT Hadley - Empty
4 Stars
This is music channelled from a tortured soul.
7th November 2019
FKA twigs - MAGDALENE
4 Stars
When everything aligns, there are true moments of wonder to be found.
7th November 2019
Sorcha Richardson - First Prize Bravery
4 Stars
Sorcha scores heaps of charm and charisma on this full-length debut.
7th November 2019
Matt Maltese - Krystal
3-5 Stars
As enviably funny as ever, but this time a little more self-aware.
7th November 2019
Lucy Dacus - 2019
3 Stars
A release that is there to keep the wheels turning ahead of a new album.
7th November 2019
False Advertising - Brainfreeze
3 Stars
Rammed full of frantic grunge pop that’ll have you digging out your plaids and Fender Jaguars in no time.
7th November 2019
Girl Ray - Girl
2-5 Stars
Like watching strangers from across a dance floor.
7th November 2019
Drones Club - Big World
1-5 Stars
It is not punchy, inventive or original. Instead, it’s deeply anaemic.
7th November 2019
William Doyle - Your Wilderness
4 Stars
A heady blend that’s easy to get lost in.
1st November 2019
Yak - Atlas Complex
3-5 Stars
The band — once in danger of stalling — are firmly on their feet.
31st October 2019
Featuring Yard Act, Death Cab For Cutie, Graham Coxon, Maisie Peters and more.