In the ever-evolving world of vinyl, where the line between audiophile and aesthetic enthusiast blurs, the Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 emerges as a contender that promises both sonic fidelity and visual appeal. As someone who’s navigated the treacherous waters of …read more
There’s nothing particularly subtle about Amyl and the Sniffers. Nor should there be. Their music is loud, fast, and feral. And with Cartoon Darkness, the band doubles down on that barely-hinged energy but adds something I wasn’t entirely ready for: …read more
Welcome to the Mad! world of Ronald and Russell Mael, aka… Sparks. Their 28th studio album offers no signs of the brothers slowing down in their later years. Infact, their creative output seems to be just hitting its peak, releasing …read more
You may be asking why I’m writing a review for an album that’s three decades old? Well, there was a special vinyl release for this album for Record Store Day and it’s just gorgeous. So even though the day itself …read more
You don’t need an intro to who Eminem is, often courting controversy from media, politicians or both. But with Slim Shady being his outlet for wilder songs or musings, what happens when we take him away? Eminem’s latest album, The …read more
Collapsed in Sunbeams might be a COVID era release now, but the vulnerability is no less present after a few years – let’s take a look back on this gorgeous release. There’s a quiet bravery in how Collapsed in Sunbeams …read more
There are few bands who can successfully get away with sounding both completely out of their minds and totally in control at the same time. The Pixies have always existed somewhere in that space, a bizarre intersection of noise, melody, …read more
Bon Iver is a musical project by American-born Justin Vernon. Since his debut in 2008, he has blown away indie and folk lovers with his dulcet falsetto tones and incredible lyricism. Releasing 7 albums since his debut, every instalment has …read more
After spending years creating a more experimental album with 2020’s Gigaton, Pearl Jam are back with a return to their sonic roots with Dark Matter. However with a signature sound dating back to the 90’s, will Pearl Jam still be …read more
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
