NewDad | Matthew Mclister

Reviews and Features

New song and album reviews, featured articles and opinion from indie and alternative.

Jul 2510 min read

Albums of the year 2024 so far

From January to June, a list of our favourite 20 indie albums of 2024 so far. Featuring DIIV, The Last Dinner Party and more.

Feb 52 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.

Jan 307 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!

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.

Mar 1, 20226 min read

February indie review: alt-J, Gang Of Youths, White Lies, Sea Power & more

A look at the best albums released in February 2022 from Bastille, Sea Power, SPINN, Mitski, NewDad, Black Country New Road and more.

Jan 31, 20226 min read

January indie review: Yard Act, The Wombats, Miles Kane, Fontaines D.C. & more

A look at the best albums and singles released from The Sherlocks, Bloc Party, White Lies, The Smile and more.

Mar 28, 20219 min read

The March indie review: What were the best releases?

A review of the best indie released in March 2021. Featuring Lana Del Rey, Kings Of Leon, Arab Strap, NewDad, Black Honey and Maximo Park.