With the 25th anniversary of Oasis' generation-defining record, Definitely Maybe, we take a look back at how it changed the UK music scene and shot Oasis to superstardom. In the mid-90s the face of guitar bands had changed. Gone were the glamour, excess and sex of the ’80s replaced by bands that shied away from the fame and limelight that came with being successful. They sang … [Read more...] about Oasis: Definitely Maybe – Classic Albums
half•alive: Now, Not Yet – Review
half•alive have upped the stakes for what it takes to be ‘in a band’, and their debut release Now, Not Yet shifts through musical dimensions with purpose. Although still to draw significant attention around the world from serious music fans, half•alive are demanding us to listen. Led by singer Josh Taylor, around whose talented shivery vocals and diverse songs the outfit is … [Read more...] about half•alive: Now, Not Yet – Review
Review: Sacred Reich – Awakening
Sacred Reich returns in full force with their appropriately titled new release, Awakening. Sacred Reich was formed way back in 1985 in Phoenix, Arizona. They quickly rose to prominence as one of the leaders of the second wave of thrash metal, releasing musically and lyrically powerful records. Singer/Bassist Phil Rind brought socially and politically conscious lyrics to the … [Read more...] about Review: Sacred Reich – Awakening
New Music Fridays – 23rd August 2019
Welcome to the end of the working week! Today’s tracks really are something special, as we focus on a more folky, acoustic sound from some fantastic singer/songwriters that are sure to make even the most hardened soul open up and let those feelings in. With such stripped-back tracks, these artists rely on great songwriting, melodies and lyrics to get their messages across, and … [Read more...] about New Music Fridays – 23rd August 2019
Sleater-Kinney: The Center Won’t Hold – Review
Sleater-Kinney release new album The Center Won't Hold with an almost androgynous feel and themes based around machinery mechanical sounds, and robots. The title track The Center Won't Hold and Hurry on Home both have a stark and bold atmosphere. The Center won't hold, in particular, sounds as if it was recorded with a working factory as a background. This album has an … [Read more...] about Sleater-Kinney: The Center Won’t Hold – Review
Pom Pom Squad Interview: Mia Berrin on the band and their new EP, ‘Ow’
We speak to Mia Berrin, lead singer and guitarist of Pom Pom Squad about their new EP Ow, how their sound came about and the story behind the band name. Brooklyn-based band Pom Pom Squad feel like they’re at the start of something big. With a sound as punk as it is contemplative, their ‘quiet grrrl’ sound manages to not take itself too seriously, but, at the same time, still … [Read more...] about Pom Pom Squad Interview: Mia Berrin on the band and their new EP, ‘Ow’