Elliot Cole produces a masterclass of rhythmic flows and subtle build-ups in the stripped-back classical sound of Journals (Vol.1) NYC-based Contemporary Classical composer Elliot Cole has a varied and well-established career that has seen him work with GRAMMY-winning ensembles, members of Radiohead and Wu-Tang Clan, as well as writing and performing with some of the big … [Read more...] about Elliot Cole: Journals (Vol.1) – Album Review
Squanky Kong – Dawn of Cataclysm
Sqaunky Kong breaks out a heavy rock sound on the adventurous and eclectic Dawn of Cataclysm. Los Angeles-based hybrid rock artist Squanky Kong, aka James Michael House, has really let himself go on new record Dawn of Cataclysm. Enlisting the help of an impressive team of musicians to bring his sound to life, the music mixes a heavy rock base that flirts with other genres … [Read more...] about Squanky Kong – Dawn of Cataclysm
New Music Fridays – 1st October 2021
Pinch, punch, first of the month! New Music Fridays welcomes in day 1 of October with four wonderful tracks that really show how a good song can put you in a good mood. From grungy rock to happy indie, this week's tracks will definitely make you feel something! As always, click the pics for a listen. Said The Whale - Sweetheart Vancouver’s Said The Whale find a … [Read more...] about New Music Fridays – 1st October 2021
Kings of Convenience: Live at The Royal Festival Hall
Kings of Convenience return to the live scene and celebrate their newest album with shows at London's Royal Festival Hall. The Nordic folk-pop duo Kings of Convenience aka Erlend Oye and Eirik Glambek Boe don’t tend to tour very much and there was a hiatus of twelve years between their most recent albums, so their decision to perform both a matinee and evening show at The … [Read more...] about Kings of Convenience: Live at The Royal Festival Hall
Goodbye Honolulu: Goodbye Honolulu – Review
Toronto four-piece Goodbye Honolulu tick all the right boxes in their impressive self-titled album. It’s no surprise to hear that Goodbye Honolulu have been playing together since they met at high school, honing their skills in clubs and bars across Canada and the US. Their cohesive sound is full of energy, blurring the lines between rock and pop and drawing influences from … [Read more...] about Goodbye Honolulu: Goodbye Honolulu – Review
Natalie Imbruglia: Firebird – Review
Natalie Imbruglia's latest album Firebird touches on themes of vulnerability, independence and burgeoning confidence post-breakup. Recorded mostly in lockdown, Imbruglia describes recording the album as a “profound and satisfying experience”. If only one could say the same about the listening experience! While it would be to be overly negative about optimistic and … [Read more...] about Natalie Imbruglia: Firebird – Review