Vinyl Chapters speaks to author, audiophile and academic, Jennifer Otter Bickerdike about her career, records, and what got her into music in the first place. For some people, music really is life. Jennifer Otter Bickerdike is one of those people. From her early days working at record labels to becoming an academic in the industry, she then went on to publish a number of … [Read more...] about An Interview with Jennifer Otter Bickerdike
Review: Ash – 94-04: The 7” Singles Box Set
Indie rockers Ash return with a new vinyl box set detailing 20 of their singles on 7” discs from 1994 to 2004. How have Ash been around for 25 years? That’s the conclusion you’re left with when you realise their new vinyl box set starts with first single release Jack Names The Planets from way back in 1994. This was back when Britpop was in full swing, bands were praised for … [Read more...] about Review: Ash – 94-04: The 7” Singles Box Set
Review: Eddy Yang – American Glory
Eddy Yang releases his debut rock album American Glory, focusing on personal issues set against energetic guitars and hip-hop beats. There’s something to be said for taking control of everything yourself. It allows you to be completely honest with what you want to achieve, have nobody telling you to do and make decisions that others would dismiss. One of these decisions Eddy … [Read more...] about Review: Eddy Yang – American Glory
Review: Duncan Lloyd – Outside Notion
Duncan Lloyd steps into the abyss once more as new record Outside Notion shows a moving maturity amongst scintillating rhythms and sounds. Duncan Lloyd might be previously known for his work with indie rockers Maximo Park, but in recent years he’s managed to firmly establish himself as an artist in his own right. New solo record Outside Notion further cements this position. … [Read more...] about Review: Duncan Lloyd – Outside Notion
EP Review: Marty Thompson – My Kind Of Woman
Marty Thompson releases third record My Kind Of Woman amongst an atmosphere of psychedelic rock backed up by numerous original ideas. Marty Thompson has never been one to rely on the tried and tested. He likes to constantly test new ideas in his music amidst a psychedelic atmosphere that doesn’t grow old over the years. New EP My Kind Of Woman continues this trend but also … [Read more...] about EP Review: Marty Thompson – My Kind Of Woman
Review: Ámaris – 26
Ámaris releases her fifth record, 26, focusing on a range of minimalistic club beats amongst reflections of discontent and cynicism. Ámaris has always been a hard worker. Not content to just sit around after her last record Aquamarine was released in June 2018, new record 26 is finished and out only 11 months later. This impressive feat is heightened by the fact that the … [Read more...] about Review: Ámaris – 26