We're all about the serene and sultry this week as we take a look at the best dreamy, psychedelic soundscapes that have hit our inbox, perfect to chill out to if forced to stay indoors. As always, click the pic to take a listen! Bad Flamingo - Bad Apple The unique sound of Bad Flamingo really helps this band stand out, even with its stripped-back vibe and subtle … [Read more...] about New Music Fridays – 3rd April 2020
White Zombie: Astro Creep: 2000 Songs – Classic Albums
This month we look at the commercially and critically acclaimed Astro Creep: 2000 Songs of Love, Destruction And Other Synthetic Delusions of the Electric Head by White Zombie. The juggernaut of an LP turns 25 years old but ultimately proved to be the last for the industrial groove metal ‘B’ movie monsters. Formed in New York in 1985, White Zombie were originally a Noise … [Read more...] about White Zombie: Astro Creep: 2000 Songs – Classic Albums
M.Ward: Migration Stories – Review
Folk hero M.Ward returns with his tenth album, Migration Stories, focusing on hazy narratives to accompany dreamy soundscapes and intricate melodies. Throughout his impressive career, M.Ward has not only found solace in his solo work but been happy to work with others on many occasions. Whether it be his 6 albums with Hollywood starlet and accomplished singer Zooey Deschanel … [Read more...] about M.Ward: Migration Stories – Review
Niall Horan: Heartbreak Weather – Review
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
Brian and Roger Eno: Mixing Colours – Review
Mixing Colours sees the ambient siblings conspire to produce a contemplative, meditative and therapeutic work that provides a welcome respite from our current anxieties. If you’re searching for a musical balm for our current psychic landscape, then look no further than Mixing Colours, the gorgeous new offering from ambient godhead Brian Eno and his pianist brother, Roger, … [Read more...] about Brian and Roger Eno: Mixing Colours – Review
#recordstoreoftheday campaign launched to help record stores during the pandemic
A new campaign has been designed to make people aware of independent record stores around the UK that may need support in these difficult times. A new hashtag is beginning to spread around social media - #recordstoreoftheday. The hashtag aims to highlight a record store around the UK every day in order to share its story and let people know how they can still support them, … [Read more...] about #recordstoreoftheday campaign launched to help record stores during the pandemic