Janet Devlin’s latest EP, It’s Not That Deep, is an optimistic collection of covers and original songs. Following her 2020 release Confessional, this new EP brings a sense of joy and positivity to Devlin’s discography. Alongside covers of Kiss (Prince) and a recording of Your Song (which captured the nation’s attention in her X Factor audition over 10 years ago), … [Read more...] about Janet Devlin: It’s Not That Deep – EP Review
Committee of Vultures: Everybody Wants The Blues – Review
Committee of Vultures spread their blues-based wings on the raw and powerful album, Everybody Wants the Blues. Blues bands and musicians are probably the best at being able to switch lineups, play with anyone and build hard-hitting tracks at the drop of a hat. It’s a skill that comes with a dexterity that only a few have. Committee of Vultures have always had an … [Read more...] about Committee of Vultures: Everybody Wants The Blues – Review
The 30 Albums That Made 2021 (part 1)
In his wide-ranging annual survey, Michael Sumsion revisits the defining releases of the past twelve months. The year of 2021 threw up a mixed bag of consummate thrills, jaded re-runs and playlist wonders. In the mainstream, punters craved the comfort of the familiar rather than off-kilter novelty; the most engaging music emanated from more obscure quarters. It was, however, … [Read more...] about The 30 Albums That Made 2021 (part 1)
ZOLA: The Kid – EP Review
In her sophomore EP The Kid, ZOLA shows that being a wallflower has its perks. Zola Johnson’s Bandcamp biography is made up of one humble request: “just don’t put me in a box”. Her latest EP The Kid resists any form of typecasting, with its fluid style, and lyrics that refuse to fall into the usual traps of pop and popularity. Known more commonly by her all-caps mononym … [Read more...] about ZOLA: The Kid – EP Review
New Music Fridays – 17th December 2021
Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? If not, don't fret, there's still another week so take some time out and catch up with our four choices for this week's New Music Fridays! As always, click the pics for a listen. M.E.G - Better This Way M.E.G’s first release, Better This Way, showcases the sincerity and thoughtful song development of a new artist. Written … [Read more...] about New Music Fridays – 17th December 2021
Alicia Keys: KEYS – Album review
Alicia Keys’s latest release KEYS offers an intimate and extended exploration of her sound, while maintaining her signature vocal and virtuosic pianism. Divided into two halves, separated by the KEYS piano interlude, the release consists of new tracks (Originals) followed by mostly remixes of the previous material (Unlocked). Sadly, the new versions of tracks often … [Read more...] about Alicia Keys: KEYS – Album review