Album Reviews
by Nick Smith
A narrative of genuine hope, despair, frustration and even ambivalence runs through her seventh album
by Graeme Marsh
An album about making peace with poor decisions from Evan Weiss rewards repeat listens
by Ben Devlin
Oodles of overdrive and a dissociated, ambient feel, another enjoyable release from an artist rapidly reaching the top of the dream-pop scene
by Chris White
The collective’s first album in five years finds them as vital, innovative and passionate as ever
by Steven Johnson
Sofyann Ben Youssef’s India-inspired album of pulsating music excites and inspires, and stands as a testament to the pursuit of musical discovery
by Nick Smith
Rod Thomas’s latest collection of electropop disco gems has an underlying message of inclusivity, and a galaxy of LGBTQI+ guest stars on hand to assist
by Ben Devlin
The producer leaves behind semi-anonymity and steps into the limelight with his debut album
by Ross Horton
The New Yorkers’ sixth album is a slab of repugnant, malignant noise made with evil intent
by Ben Hogwood
A darkly shaded sixth album, and a very different string to be added to their bow
by Ben Hogwood
Proving that, more than 30 years on, he remains one of the finest talents in British pop music
by Lewis Oxley
Provocative and tantalising, a new powerful female voice in the era of explicit pop
by Ross Horton
A stunning collection of tracks that are stronger, tougher and better than they have any right to be, more vital and creative than ever
by Nick Smith
This live recording stands as a fitting tribute to New York, praising its riches, uncovering its faults and exploring its tragedy
by Alan Ashton-Smith
Fresh and relevant, their first album in a decade strikes a fine balance between progress and comforting familiarity
by Graeme Marsh
A thought provoking, self-examining episode from Wayne Coyne and co triggered by Tom Petty from beyond the grave
by Ben Devlin
Moody lyrics and a lingering unease underpin an intriguing collection
by Daniel Paton
A mysterious album, adroitly combining meditative and unsettling moods, and creating its own shifting musical terrain
by Ben Hogwood
Becky Jones’ latest is an enchanting and captivating album that surrounds its listener with warmth and empathy
by Nick Smith
The underlying message may be nothing new, but the soul and sincerity serve as an antidote to cynicism
by Steven Johnson
An accomplished album that manages to be both outward-looking while also proud of its Malian heritage
by Steven Johnson
Another album of uniquely considered observations imbued with wisdom and sharpness of mind, undoubtedly music for the slow lane
