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Album review: Melvins – Tarantula Heart

Album review: Melvins – Tarantula Heart

We’ve loaded up Tidal, got it in maximum quality – and promptly forgot, for a brief moment, that sludge metal might not need the highest bitrate and sample going. But it’s Melvins! And the subscription is paid for so it’s …read more

Album review: Justice – Hyperdrama

Album review: Justice – Hyperdrama

French electronic duo Justice are finally back after what feels like an eternity since their groundbreaking debut album, Cross, released in 2007. Known for their unique blend of rock-infused techno/electro/evenalittlebitofdisco, Justice’s sound has been consistently impressive and hard to imitate. …read more

Album Review: Chris Stapleton – Higher

Album Review: Chris Stapleton – Higher

Chris Stapleton, a prominent figure in the country music scene, returns with his latest album, “Higher.” This highly anticipated release showcases Stapleton’s signature blend of soulful vocals and authentic storytelling. While “Higher” doesn’t necessarily reinvent the wheel, it boasts a …read more

Album review: Alison Goldfrapp – The Love Invention

Album review: Alison Goldfrapp – The Love Invention

Alison Goldfrapp, the enigmatic and versatile artist, has spent over three decades gracefully weaving her way through the electronic music landscape, refusing to be confined by labels or expectations. Now, with ‘The Love Invention’, her long-awaited debut solo album, she …read more

Album review: Ed Sheeran – (Subtract)

Album review: Ed Sheeran – (Subtract)

Ed Sheeran’s latest album, -, pronounced ‘Subtract’, marks a shift from his usual upbeat and pop-infused sound, as you probably guessed from the negative vibe from subtract amidst all his other mathematical titles. This fifth and final instalment of the …read more

Album review: LA Priest – Fase Luna

Album review: LA Priest – Fase Luna

Fase Luna, the third studio album by LA Priest, ventures into uncharted territories, showcasing a departure from the artist’s signature sound. While it is commendable to see an artist experiment and take risks, will it pay off for LA Priest …read more

Album review: Silverstein – Misery Made Me

Album review: Silverstein – Misery Made Me

Silverstein’s last release in 2017 was a solid entry to their longstanding career – but will their latest release show they’ve still got it, or will the strange few years that have occurred since have made them lose their edge? …read more

Album review: Rammstein – Zeit

Album review: Rammstein – Zeit

Rammstein are back with their 8th studio album, Zeit. Like an industrial, angered version of Kraftwerk, Rammstein’s sound moves like an unstoppable machine onto the opening track, ‘Armee der Tristen’. Despite the song being effectively a militant metaphor to ‘misery …read more

Album review: Sonic Youth – In/Out/In

Album review: Sonic Youth – In/Out/In

Despite being taunted with what could be seen as a possible reunion, Sonic Youth are not back together. However their new release, In/Out/In, manages to give us some unheard tracks all the same. Yes, we all know that Sonic Youth …read more