The perfect combination of melodic and aggressive, Andrew W.K.’s latest album God Is Partying is quite the record – even if there are some clichéd lyrics floating around. I have to say, I rather enjoyed listening to this album for the most part. There are some strong instrumental lines, captivating melodies, and Andrew W.K.’s impressive vocals are to be praised. The … [Read more...] about Andrew W.K: God Is Partying – Album Review
Imagine Dragons: Mercury – Act 1 – Review
Varied in its approach and unapologetic in its candidness, Imagine Dragons’ latest album Mercury – Act 1 is a breath of fresh air. You’d be hard-pressed to find an album as musically, lyrically and emotionally intense as this one. Imagine Dragons present a record of sincerity and vulnerability with Mercury – Act 1, the title of which is based on the adjective ‘mercurial’, … [Read more...] about Imagine Dragons: Mercury – Act 1 – Review
OneRepublic: Human – Album Review
OneRepublic’s new album Human lives up to its title with a collection of introspective and largely relatable tracks. OneRepublic have delivered once again, giving us an album that is completely true to their instantly recognisable style without the risk of sounding outdated. Having drip-fed us a handful of singles over the last two years, the full album is finally here: … [Read more...] about OneRepublic: Human – Album Review
The Bronx: Bronx VI – Album Review
Exhilarating, gritty, and almost guaranteed to get listeners headbanging, The latest album from The Bronx titled Bronx VI is worth a listen – even if it is a little lacking in places. The Bronx are back with their latest record and, successfully capturing the spirit of punk rock, Bronx VI certainly does not disappoint insofar as it is full to the brim with hard-edged vocals, … [Read more...] about The Bronx: Bronx VI – Album Review
The Killers: Pressure Machine – Review
A horse dying, people taking opioids, a couple getting hit by a train – some of the subject matter in The Killers’ folk-driven new album Pressure Machine paints a sombre picture of the small town about which the record is written. Naturally, Pressure Machine is an example of how not all musical nostalgia trips are necessarily positive ones. Written about lead singer Brandon … [Read more...] about The Killers: Pressure Machine – Review
Hushtones: Greetings From The Other Side – Review
Hushtones have given us their debut album Greetings From The Other Side – a record laden with great riffs, some truly exquisite harmonies, and an overall atmosphere of productivity. Yes, you read that last part correctly. If there were ever an album that sounded as though it were made for film montages, this would be it. Specifically, light-hearted film montages set in the … [Read more...] about Hushtones: Greetings From The Other Side – Review