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Matthew McLister
Jan 19, 20243 min read
The Vaccines: ‘Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations’ is fun and predictable effort from West London indie heroes
The Vaccines sixth record is full of nostalgic indie pop tunes that seek to overcome relatable themes of sadness and heartache.
Neil Renton
Jan 16, 20243 min read
Shed Seven: 'A Matter of Time' tops album chart to give Britpop band recognition they deserve
'A Matter Of Time' has made their old fans rejoice, made new followers fall in love and made headlines for getting to the top of the charts.
Blinded By The Floodlights
Jan 10, 20247 min read
Most anticipated indie albums of 2024
11 albums the Blinded By The Floodlights team can't wait to hear this year - both confirmed releases and a few we're speculating about.
Blinded By The Floodlights
Dec 21, 202312 min read
Blinded By The Floodlight's indie albums of year 2023
Our top 30 indie albums of the year, featuring Grian Chatten, Young Fathers, The Hives and more...who will take the top spot?
Matthew McLister
Dec 14, 20232 min read
The Goa Express’ debut sparkles in brightness and youth
The Burnley five piece's record is an express journey experience to soundtrack sunny days and making memories with those closest to you.
Matthew McLister
Nov 8, 20233 min read
Crystal Fighters - 'LIGHT+' review
Brightness reigns supreme on the Basque-inspired electronic band's fifth album, a record brimming with positive vibes and tranquilo.
Matthew McLister
Oct 30, 20234 min read
Bombay Bicycle Club further explore stylistic experimental ground on 'My Big Day'
The London indie icons sixth studio album is an eclectic collection of tracks that further removes them from their guitar rock origins.
Matthew McLister
Oct 18, 20234 min read
Sadness reigns on Bleach Lab's delightful debut 'Lost In A Rush Of Emptiness'
Bleach Lab's debut is one of 2023's most emotional and captivating listens.
Matthew McLister
Oct 10, 20233 min read
Slowdive progress again with 'Everything Is Alive'
The Reading shoegaze icon's second album since their 1995 hiatus isn't afraid to explore new ground.
Matthew McLister
Sep 13, 20239 min read
Why AM is Arctic Monkeys career-defining masterpiece
The Sheffield band's fifth studio album reversed their cultural decline and proved they weren’t just a flash in the pan.
Blinded By The Floodlights
Jul 25, 20239 min read
Albums of the year of 2023...so far
Covering the first half of the year, here are our favourite albums of the year so far. Featuring Shame, Grian Chatten and The Lathums.
Neil Renton
Jul 13, 20233 min read
Grian Chatten flies high with excellent solo debut
The Fontaines D.C. singer's solo album earns its place amongst the material he's produced with his bandmates. Neil Renton reviews.
Matthew McLister
Jul 3, 20238 min read
Arctic Monkeys: 'AM' songs ranked from worst to best
On Arctic Monkey's iconic record's tenth birthday year, we rank the tracks on 'AM' from worst to best.
Matthew McLister
May 25, 20234 min read
Arlo Parks: South London singer impresses again with the soothing ‘My Soft Machine’
The 22-year-old artist continues her journey to becoming one of the UK's most compelling indie pop stars on her second album.
Neil Renton
May 4, 20233 min read
Temples prove they’re worth worshipping with 'Exotico'
A bit out there. A bit unconventional. A bit Temples. On the basis of Exotico, they deserve to be worshipped in the highest regard....
Matthew McLister
Apr 11, 20233 min read
Daughter: 'Stereo Mind Games' provides a reminder of how essential this band are
Despite being an album of two halves, the London-formed indie folk trio do enough to remind us of their beauty and importance.
Josh Robinson
Mar 31, 20236 min read
7 reasons why you should listen to Slowthai’s new album 'UGLY'
A deep dive into the career of Northampton artist Slowthai - his third album marks him as one of the most exciting talents in recent years.
Matthew McLister
Mar 22, 20234 min read
Black Honey: ‘A Fistful Of Peaches’ is loud, emotive and slightly one note
A review of the Brighton band's third album which is worth persevering with if you don't get it at first. Two albums down and fast...
Matthew McLister
Mar 10, 20234 min read
The Lathums strike gold again on the sadder tones of ‘From Nothing To A Little Bit More’
The Wigan bands second album reveals their more sensitive side without losing their everyman appeal. Of all the indie bands to rise...
Neil Renton
Mar 3, 20233 min read
Shame release an early album of the year contender with 'Food for Worms'
The South London post-punk band gave us one of the best albums of the year in 2021 and they've done it again with Food For Worms.
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