Former One Direction-er Niall Horan releases new album Heartbreak Weather, managing to show off his proper solo star credentials. Discovered at the age of 16 on The X Factor, Niall Horan was part of the highly successful 'Teen Scream' band One Direction. Horan later launched a solo career, topping the charts in 2017 with his debut album, Flicker, leading us to his latest … [Read more...] about Niall Horan: Heartbreak Weather – Review
Yael Naim: Nightsongs – Album Review
After storming the music industry with the global sensation New Soul, also landing her a deal with Apple, the French singer-songwriter Yael Naim has released her newest album Nightsongs. Pouring with calming and dreamy tracks, this album is for anyone wanting to enter her dreams. Daddy is a perfect song to jump-start this album. The naturistic feel of this tune lays out the … [Read more...] about Yael Naim: Nightsongs – Album Review
Fleur East: Fearless – Album Review
Fleur East has finally dropped her new, upbeat record. Fearless reminds all girls to remain strong and independent, especially after a break-up. Fleur East is known for keeping it real which explains why her album is both vulnerable yet sassy at the same time. Easy to Love is an exciting way to kick start the album. With large brass parts adding colour to her track, Fleur … [Read more...] about Fleur East: Fearless – Album Review
Jhené Aiko: Chilombo – Album Review
Sassy, sexy and bad-ass, Jhené Aiko makes every girl want to be her best friend as she takes us through her heartbreak album filled with powerful tracks and masses of great sex. Aiko’s effortless riffs make this seductive album incredibly easy to listen to and touches on topics that all girls in their 20s can relate to… sex with your ex. It may not be the right thing to … [Read more...] about Jhené Aiko: Chilombo – Album Review
The Wants: Container – Album Review
Labelled as NME’s ones to watch of 2020, the American band The Wants new record Container focuses on the large issue of anxiety and reflects the ‘complex cycle of self-reflection’. Opening the album with Ramp, the instrumental piece sets the tone for the rest of the record. With a distorted beginning, catchy riffs and prominent synths adding flare, the darkness that was … [Read more...] about The Wants: Container – Album Review
James Smith Interview: Soul Music, Stevie Wonder, and A Love of Vinyl.
Singer-songwriter James Smith, like many up and coming young artists these days, really likes his vinyl. For many artists, including James, it's a way to connect in a deeper way with music and really bring out another aspect in himself and his music away from digital culture. We spoke to the singer about his love of the format, as well as his deep admiration for Soul music and … [Read more...] about James Smith Interview: Soul Music, Stevie Wonder, and A Love of Vinyl.