DEAD STAR TALK return with their eagerly awaited sophomore album, Solid State Chemicals, a captivating blend of hardcore Britpop nostalgia intertwined with mesmerising shoegaze anthems. It's remarkable to realise that the era of Britpop dawned nearly three decades ago. Yep, a staggering 30 years have passed since the heyday of bands like Oasis, The Verve, and Suede. While … [Read more...] about DEAD STAR TALK: Solid State Chemicals – Album Review
Albums
Oasis: Definitely Maybe – Classic Albums
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
Top Ten Records of 2016
We take a look at our top ten vinyl releases of 2016, picking out the best music, the best features and the best soundtracks to keep you going before we enter the new year. What a year 2016 has been eh? We’ve watched sporting heroes participate in the Rio Olympics, a marmite President is entering the White House, and the Mannequin challenge craze took over our … [Read more...] about Top Ten Records of 2016
Why You Should Listen To Albums In Full
In this fast-paced world, instant gratification has become somewhat ingrained into our society. You can stream films and music in seconds, laze around your house whilst your favourite meal is delivered to you in minutes, or use the internet to find answers straight away during disagreements with friends about pub quiz questions. It’s no wonder a huge chunk of people don’t … [Read more...] about Why You Should Listen To Albums In Full