Duncan Lloyd steps into the abyss once more as new record Outside Notion shows a moving maturity amongst scintillating rhythms and sounds. Duncan Lloyd might be previously known for his work with indie rockers Maximo Park, but in recent years he’s managed to firmly establish himself as an artist in his own right. New solo record Outside Notion further cements this position. … [Read more...] about Review: Duncan Lloyd – Outside Notion
EP Review: Marty Thompson – My Kind Of Woman
Marty Thompson releases third record My Kind Of Woman amongst an atmosphere of psychedelic rock backed up by numerous original ideas. Marty Thompson has never been one to rely on the tried and tested. He likes to constantly test new ideas in his music amidst a psychedelic atmosphere that doesn’t grow old over the years. New EP My Kind Of Woman continues this trend but also … [Read more...] about EP Review: Marty Thompson – My Kind Of Woman
Review: Ámaris – 26
Ámaris releases her fifth record, 26, focusing on a range of minimalistic club beats amongst reflections of discontent and cynicism. Ámaris has always been a hard worker. Not content to just sit around after her last record Aquamarine was released in June 2018, new record 26 is finished and out only 11 months later. This impressive feat is heightened by the fact that the … [Read more...] about Review: Ámaris – 26
Review: Tyler, The Creator – Igor
Tyler Okonma will make your ‘Earfquake’ with his latest album, Igor. He is an artist, a producer, songwriter, designer, and, most definitely, an absurdist (or abstractionist, depending on your angle), from a Neu-Renaissance of sound. Tyler let his public know early on that he doesn’t mean to be famous for rapping, but for his creative abilities in putting melodic and visual … [Read more...] about Review: Tyler, The Creator – Igor
Review: Whenyoung – Reasons To Dream
Whenyoung release their much-hyped debut record Reasons To Dream, showing off their penchant for jangly power pop and insightful lyrics. Irish trio Whenyoung haven’t been around for long, but they’ve made the most of their short time on the music circuit. Making the bold step of moving to London from their hometown of Limerick was an early choice that helped build a bigger, … [Read more...] about Review: Whenyoung – Reasons To Dream
Review: Outerfield – Pleasant Grove Hotel
Outerfield take on deeply personal and troubling lyrics amongst 70s rock and indie pop beats with new record Pleasant Grove Hotel. Music is there to vent, and vent is what Outerfield do best on new record Pleasant Grove Hotel. This is no light-hearted record as Matt Hutson and Garay Schrader rattle their way through desolate and bleak scenarios, focussing on past traumas and … [Read more...] about Review: Outerfield – Pleasant Grove Hotel