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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.

Bombay Bicycle Club further explore stylistic experimental ground on 'My Big Day'

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.

Sadness reigns on Bleach Lab's delightful debut 'Lost In A Rush Of Emptiness'

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.

Slowdive progress again with 'Everything Is Alive'

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.

Why AM is Arctic Monkeys career-defining masterpiece

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.

Grian Chatten flies high with excellent solo debut

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.

Arctic Monkeys: 'AM' songs ranked from worst to best

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.

Arlo Parks: South London singer impresses again with the soothing ‘My Soft Machine’

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.

Temples prove they’re worth worshipping with 'Exotico'

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....

Daughter: 'Stereo Mind Games' provides a reminder of how essential this band are

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.

7 reasons why you should listen to Slowthai’s new album 'UGLY'

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.

Black Honey: ‘A Fistful Of Peaches’ is loud, emotive and slightly one note

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...

The Lathums strike gold again on the sadder tones of ‘From Nothing To A Little Bit More’

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...

Shame release an early album of the year contender with 'Food for Worms'

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.

The Murder Capital: Gigi’s Recovery lacks momentum

Neil Renton

Feb 3, 20233 min read

The Murder Capital: Gigi’s Recovery lacks momentum

Heralded as the first great guitar album of the year, the Dublin band's second album lacks momentum.

We Are Scientists: underrated '00s indie heroes charm with late-night vibes on 'Lobes'

Matthew McLister

Jan 26, 20234 min read

We Are Scientists: underrated '00s indie heroes charm with late-night vibes on 'Lobes'

The underappreciated New York band mix it up for their synth-heavy eighth album.

12 albums we’re looking forward to in 2023

Blinded By The Floodlights

Jan 13, 20237 min read

12 albums we’re looking forward to in 2023

The indie and alternative albums we’re looking forward to most this year: confirmed, rumoured and wishful thinking.

Blinded by the Floodlights best albums of 2022

Matthew McLister

Dec 16, 202214 min read

Blinded by the Floodlights best albums of 2022

From January to December, here are our thirty favourite albums of the year. Featuring Foals, Arctic Monkeys, Alvvays and more!

Blinded by the Floodlights best debut albums of all time

Matthew McLister

Nov 22, 20228 min read

Blinded by the Floodlights best debut albums of all time

Four Blinded by the Floodlights contributors reveal their favourite debut albums.