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Matthew McLister
Dec 18, 202012 min read
Best albums of 2020
Blinded by the Floodlights favourite 30 albums of 2020. Mostly indie with a couple of surprises.
Josh Robinson
Dec 4, 20203 min read
Sundara Karma: Kill Me EP Review
After two critically acclaimed albums, Reading indie-pop band Sundara Karma have released their new EP Kill Me. Here's the verdict....
Matthew McLister
Nov 25, 20206 min read
How The Cribs overcame personal hell to produce a great indie rock return
A look at why The Cribs are the quintessential indie cult band, the difficulties they've had to overcome and a verdict on Night Network.
Matthew McLister
Nov 18, 20205 min read
Why 2020 has felt like the best year yet for women in indie
Women have led the way in the indie rock scene in 2020. Who have been the biggest players this year? Featuring Phoebe Bridgers and more.
Josh Robinson
Nov 10, 20204 min read
Wallows: Remote EP Review
The LA indie-pop trio's new EP is a super catchy, fun collection of songs from a care-free band with a Netflix star as their co-lead singer.
Josh Robinson
Oct 31, 20205 min read
Why Declan McKenna's Zeros is my album of the year | Josh Robinson
Declan McKenna's banger filled, critically acclaimed second album Zeros sees the 21-year-old artist provide a nod to 1970s glam rock....
Matthew McLister
Oct 28, 20204 min read
Gorillaz: Why you should be listening to Song Machine, Season One: Strange Timez
Gorillaz sixth studio album is a joyful and melancholic project. Here's the best songs, collaborations & why you should still be listening.
Matthew McLister
Oct 21, 20204 min read
Matt Berninger: 'Serpentine Prison' review | Going solo from The National
The debut solo album from baritone-voiced frontman of The National is an intimate, heartfelt collaborative project. Just how did the...
Matthew McLister
Oct 13, 20206 min read
Future Islands: As Long As You Are review | Overcoming Letterman
An album to remind you that you still have emotions, feel uplifted and accept yourself. Future Islands are definitely more than a meme.
Matthew McLister
Oct 8, 20204 min read
Why I love...Cigarettes After Sex | Indie debut classic revisited
No, not the activity, the band! Why the 2017 debut album from Texas dream poppers Cigarettes After Sex is an unexpected Indie clas
Matthew McLister
Oct 1, 20206 min read
IDLES: Ultra Mono review | Social class 'controversy' | Clumsy or quirky?
Bristol Punks IDLES return with their brilliant third album Ultra Mono and it's not without controversy. Here's the verdict on it.
Matthew McLister
Sep 24, 20203 min read
Fleet Foxes: Shore new album first look | Best songs | 'Can I believe you'
A first look at Fleet Foxes new album Shore and why the addictive third track 'Can I Believe You' is the best newly released song this week.
Matthew McLister
Sep 17, 20204 min read
Doves: The Universal Want review | 11 year absence | The return
Manchester Indie giants Doves have returned after 11 years with the release of the melancholic and nostalgic The Universal Want.
Matthew McLister
Aug 28, 20204 min read
Confession: There's plenty to enjoy on the Killers' Imploding The Mirage
Imploding the Mirage is a grand, glamourous synth-rock record with arena-sized choruses. It's corny, over the top and amongst their best.
Matthew McLister
Aug 21, 20203 min read
Another Sky: The most unique and stunning debut album of 2020
Slept On The Floor is an evocative and powerful debut album, with hauntingly stunning vocals and big Post-Rock soundscapes,
Matthew McLister
Aug 12, 20204 min read
Album of the Week: 'Purple Noon' by Washed Out
Washed Out's seductive sun-kissed sounds are beautifully produced, featuring a sense of romantic longing like no other.
Matthew McLister
Aug 5, 20206 min read
Fontaines D.C. 'A Hero's Death' | The best indie rock album of 2020
A raw, occasionally bleak, post-punk second album which furthers the Dublin band's indie rock saviour status.
Matthew McLister
Jul 28, 20205 min read
Whisper it, Taylor Swift’s new ‘indie’ album is pretty good
Opinion of an indie fan, 'folklore' is a beautifully constructed The National inspired indie-folk album. Bound to convert the disinterested,
Matthew McLister
Jul 22, 20208 min read
Focus On: The Return of The Streets
A look at the return of UK Garage favourites The Streets, the early success, highlights of the new album & the best lines.
Matthew McLister
Jul 17, 20204 min read
DMA’s: Growing popularity | ‘The Glow’ review | Best tracks
A confident Britpop inspired record with indie anthems, electronics, delicate moments and infectious hooks. The best tracks & a brief guide.
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