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Sufjan Stevens and Lowell Brams: Aporia – Review

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In which the baroque folkie and sound sculptor par excellence reunites with his influential stepfather to plunder a series of captivating, tautly constructed ambient New Age synth-wave hymns from years of circuitous jam sessions; a thrilling musical conversation of unsettling and uplifting aromas that pays exquisite homage to mentoring and a shared personal … [Read more...] about Sufjan Stevens and Lowell Brams: Aporia – Review

M.Ward: Migration Stories – Review

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Folk hero M.Ward returns with his tenth album, Migration Stories, focusing on hazy narratives to accompany dreamy soundscapes and intricate melodies. Throughout his impressive career, M.Ward has not only found solace in his solo work but been happy to work with others on many occasions. Whether it be his 6 albums with Hollywood starlet and accomplished singer Zooey Deschanel … [Read more...] about M.Ward: Migration Stories – Review

Niall Horan: Heartbreak Weather – Review

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Former One Direction-er Niall Horan releases new album Heartbreak Weather, managing to show off his proper solo star credentials. Discovered at the age of 16 on The X Factor, Niall Horan was part of the highly successful 'Teen Scream' band One Direction. Horan later launched a solo career, topping the charts in 2017 with his debut album, Flicker, leading us to his latest … [Read more...] about Niall Horan: Heartbreak Weather – Review

Brian and Roger Eno: Mixing Colours – Review

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Mixing Colours sees the ambient siblings conspire to produce a contemplative, meditative and therapeutic work that provides a welcome respite from our current anxieties. If you’re searching for a musical balm for our current psychic landscape, then look no further than Mixing Colours, the gorgeous new offering from ambient godhead Brian Eno and his pianist brother, Roger, … [Read more...] about Brian and Roger Eno: Mixing Colours – Review

Stumbleine: Sink Into The Ether – Review

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Ever wondered what a Bristolian music producer would create if confined to their bedroom and cast adrift from the hippy-dub mainland? Well, your answer is with Stumbleine: algorithmic Youtube Chillwave. Throughout Stumbliene’s newest album, Sink Into the Ether, the Big Chill-Out in the sky is made to feel like a morning commute. As ever, a combination of daydreamy post-rock … [Read more...] about Stumbleine: Sink Into The Ether – Review