Reviews
Tems ‘Love Is A Kingdom’ EP Review: A Deep Dive Into Love’s Many Faces
Tems’s ‘Love Is A Kingdom’ EP beautifully explores love’s complexity, from self-worth to spiritual devotion in a fresh R&B soundscape. If you’ve been following the R&B scene... more »
Odeal – ‘The Fall That Saved Us’ EP Review: Sleek R&B That Could Dare to Be Riskier
Odeal’s sleek R&B shines on ‘The Fall That Saved Us’ EP, yet hints at an exciting potential if he dares to push boundaries further. Stepping into Odeal’s latest EP, The Fall That... more »
De La Soul – ‘Cabin In The Sky’ Review: A Powerful Tribute to David Jolicoeur
An emotional journey through loss and legacy, De La Soul’s ‘Cabin In The Sky’ honors founder David Jolicoeur with heartfelt tribute and lyrical mastery. When De La Soul dropped their... more »
The Hellp – Riviera Review: Finding Clarity in the Comedown
Explore how The Hellp’s Riviera embraces introspection and cinematic electronics, marking a bold shift from their indie-sleaze roots. If you've ever wandered through the buzzing streets... more »
Sword II – ‘Electric Hour’: A Quietly Radical Blend of Colourful Indie Rock Experimentation
Dive into Sword II’s ‘Electric Hour,’ a captivating indie rock album that masterfully blends dreamy pop, psych, and a sprinkle of hardcore to craft an emotionally rich, quietly radical... more »
Summer Walker’s Finally Over It Review: A Conflicted, Luxurious Ride Through Growth and Chaos
Summer Walker’s Finally Over It delivers a rich, emotional journey through growth and heartbreak, blending raw honesty with lush R&B vibes. Summer Walker has been the queen of... more »
FKA Twigs – ‘Eusexua Afterglow’: A Throbbing Testament to Experimental Pop
An electrifying follow-up that pushes the boundaries of experimental pop with pulsating rhythms and surreal dance vibes. When FKA Twigs dropped Eusexua earlier this year, it was... more »
Picture Parlour – ‘The Parlour’ Review: London Rockers Make Their Bold Breakthrough
Picture Parlour’s debut album ‘The Parlour’ blends raw rock energy with fresh swagger, marking a big swing for the buzzy London indie scene. If you’ve been following the London... more »
Hatchie – ‘Liquorice’ Review: Shoegaze Reinvented for an Endless Summer Soundtrack
Embrace the dreamy shoegaze vibe as Hatchie’s ‘Liquorice’ blends lush guitars and hazy pop to create the perfect endless summer soundtrack. If you’ve followed Hatchie, aka Harriette... more »
Sorry – ‘Cosplay’ Review: Unsettling, Ephemeral, and Irresistible Indie Magic
Exploring Sorry’s ‘Cosplay’ reveals a shimmering blend of chaos and melody, crafting an irresistible indie experience that defies easy definition. Sorry has always been a band that dances... more »
Danny Brown – ‘Stardust’ Review: Rap’s Wildest Mind Finds Clarity in Chaos
Danny Brown’s ‘Stardust’ blends raw emotion with digital chaos, revealing a sharper, clearer vision of rap’s most fearless innovator. Danny Brown has never been one to settle into the... more »
Rosalía – ‘Lux’ Review: A Bold Album of Astonishing Scope and Ambition
Immerse yourself in Rosalía’s ‘Lux,’ a sonic journey spanning 13 languages and celestial themes, redefining ambition in music. If you’ve followed Rosalía’s career, you know she’s never... more »
Snocaps – 'Snocaps' Review: Crutchfield Sisters' Melodic Indie-Rock Reunion Shines Bright
An uplifting dive into Snocaps' debut album highlights the Crutchfield sisters' vibrant indie-rock chemistry and heartfelt growth. There’s a Bruce Springsteen quote that feels like... more »
Florence + The Machine – ‘Everybody Scream’ Review: A Powerful Communal Exorcism of Pain
Florence + The Machine's ‘Everybody Scream’ channels raw emotion and collective female strength through haunting, mystical sounds and unforgettable vocals. “It’s your troubled hero / Back... more »
Knucks – ‘A Fine African Man’ Review: A Diaspora Griot Embracing His Roots
This album sees Knucks weaving African identity into UK rap, celebrating diaspora culture with heartfelt storytelling and cinematic style. As the ogene chimes ring and ocean waves... more »
The Belair Lip Bombs ‘Again’ Review: Melbourne Indie Upstarts Eye Global Stardom
Melbourne’s The Belair Lip Bombs elevate indie rock with their bold album ‘Again’, breaking new ground while aiming for worldwide recognition. If you had your ear to the ground in 2023, you... more »
Dave – The Boy Who Played The Harp Review: A Prophet’s Pain Painted in Piano
Exploring Dave’s latest album, The Boy Who Played The Harp, a profound blend of lyrical mastery and soulful introspection that captures the struggles and hopes of a generation. It’s been... more »
Lily Allen – West End Girl Review: A Vicious, Vulnerable, and Victorious Comeback
Lily Allen’s West End Girl marks a powerful return, blending sharp pop with raw emotion in a stunning comeback album. If you’ve been keeping an ear to the ground, you probably felt the... more »