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Matthew McLister
Jul 3, 20242 min read
Orlando Weeks leaps out of The Maccabees shadow with ‘LOJA’
Orlando Weeks third album steps him out of looming shadow of The Maccabees and into a limelight of his own.
Matthew McLister
Jul 1, 20242 min read
The Mysterines: ‘Afraid of Tomorrows’ review
Afraid Of Tomorrows is a more creative and well-rounded second effort by the Liverpool alt-rockers.
Matthew McLister
Jun 20, 20241 min read
Peggy Gou: ‘I Hear You’ - irresistible ‘90s-inspired dance debut
The South Korean DJ’s debut follows the success of ‘(It Goes Like) Nanana‘ and surprises in its variety and quality.
Blinded By The Floodlights
Jun 3, 202410 min read
Indie review May 2024: The best songs and albums
Our nine favourite indie albums and seven favourite indie songs released in May 2024 - featuring Kings Of Leon, DIIV, Dua Lipa and more!
Matthew McLister
May 28, 20243 min read
DIIV: ‘Frog in Boiling Water’ review
The Los Angeles’ shoegaze band’s fourth record is their gloomiest, moodiest and most beautiful yet.
Matthew McLister
May 20, 20242 min read
Kings of Leon: ‘Can We Please Have Fun’ review
The Nashville often thrill us on album number 9, but they haven’t fully committed to the “fun” premise.
Matthew McLister
May 9, 20242 min read
The Lemon Twigs: ‘A Dream Is All We Know’ review
The fifth album from the D’Addario brothers beautifully merges Beach Boys melody’s with the early experimental days of The Beatles.
Blinded By The Floodlights
Apr 30, 202412 min read
Indie review April 2024: The best songs and albums
Our 11 favourite indie albums and six favourite indie songs released in April 2024 - featuring Vampire Weekend, English Teacher and more.
Matthew McLister
Apr 25, 20242 min read
Libertines: All Quiet On the Eastern Esplanade review
Mixing maturer sounds with familiar playfulness, The Libertines prove there’s life in the old dog yet.
Matthew McLister
Apr 19, 20242 min read
Gossip: ‘Real Power’ review
The Arkansas band’s sixth effort is clean and accomplished while also lacking that killer touch.
Blinded By The Floodlights
Apr 2, 202410 min read
Indie review March 2024: The best songs and albums
Our eight favourite indie albums and seven favourite indie songs released in February 2024 - featuring Yard Act, Elbow and more.
Matthew McLister
Mar 21, 20242 min read
Real Estate: ‘Daniel’ makes for perfect Spring listening
The New Jersey dream pop band's sixth record draws strength in its familiarity.
Matthew McLister
Mar 15, 20243 min read
Liam Gallagher & John Squire: the album verdict
A solid, if unspectacular record, showcasing the talents of both Manchester legends without blowing the roof off.
Matthew McLister
Feb 28, 20248 min read
Indie review February 2024: The best songs and albums
Our five favourite indie albums and nine favourite indie songs released in February 2024 - featuring IDLES, The Last Dinner Party and more.
Matthew McLister
Feb 26, 20242 min read
How I was won over by The Last Dinner Party
Cynicism of the art rockers’ hype machine was easy, but the deeper moments on ‘Prelude To Ecstacy’ ensure the acclaim is warranted.
Matthew McLister
Feb 22, 20244 min read
IDLES: ‘TANGK’ review - Bristol punks discover new terrain on loved up latest
Their fifth record is a perfect combination of their boisterous past and the experimental direction they’re moving in.
Matthew McLister
Feb 13, 20243 min read
Declan McKenna: ‘What Happened To The Beach?’ review - engaging and psychedelic third record
If a little odd with a dialling down of immediacy, patience is required to fully appreciate the pay-off.
Matthew McLister
Feb 9, 20242 min read
The Smile: ‘Wall Of Eyes’ review - Radiohead members side project just keeps getting better and better
If The Smile keep delivering music this great, maybe the desire for a Radiohead reunion will disappear completely.
Matthew McLister
Feb 5, 20242 min read
NewDad: ‘Madra’ review - breathtaking, dream-pop debut
The Galway band's debut further cements their position as Ireland’s most exciting young band.
Blinded By The Floodlights
Jan 30, 20247 min read
Indie review January 2024: The best songs and albums
Our six favourite indie albums and our seven favourite songs released in January 2024 - featuring SPRINTS, The Vaccines and more!
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