Review

Pom Pom Squad have created a pulsating, ever-twisting debut of fuzzy guitars, insightful lyrics, and quieter moments with album, Death of a Cheerleader. The impact of the pandemic and the ensuing isolation has had an effect on the entire music industry, none more so than for artists. For Pom Pom Squad, and especially frontperson Mia Berrin, it’s actually evolved their sound. … [Read more...] about Pom Pom Squad: Death of a Cheerleader – Review

Aman Jagwani provides a tantalising taste of jazz, soul, and RnB with the help of sublime vocals from Anubha Kaul. Like many musicians, Aman Jagwani made the most of lockdown by concentrating on his music, even if it was created in a way that was different than he was used to. Everything on his new album, This Place, was recorded and produced at his home in Goa, India which … [Read more...] about Aman Jagwani: This Place (feat. Anubha Kaul)

Wise John fires out a lovingly crafted mix of ballad, pop, folk and jazz on the honest and exhilarating album, A Wonderful World. Singer-songwriter Wise John has had a tough time recently. Like most of us, he’s had a difficult year with the wide-reaching effects of the global pandemic, but on top of this, he’s also faced his own personal problems - being bed-ridden for … [Read more...] about Wise John: A Wonderful World – Review

After a long wait and much anticipation from the trio, Culture III from Migos has finally been released, completing their Culture album trilogy.  While Culture III from offers some refreshing summertime sounds and a strong sense of atmosphere, this appeal is not enough to hold one’s engagement across the 19 tracks. The trio quickly descend into, and become dependent upon, … [Read more...] about Migos: Culture III – Album Review

AFI have not disappointed with their meaty new record Bodies – a fine mix of post-punk, goth, and a whole lot more. From start to finish, this album is a delight. Stylistically varied yet by no means difficult to listen to, AFI’s new record Bodies is one I certainly won’t get tired of listening to anytime soon. The only downside is that the majority of the tracks were … [Read more...] about AFI: Bodies – Album Review

Ad Vanderveen provides a folk-laden sound with album, Release, taking on topics of love, life, loss and personal growth. Amsterdam-based contemporary folk singer-songwriter Ad Vanderveen really knows how to structure a song so it comes alive. This skill comes with years of song-writing which is shown off in album, Release. Pretty stripped back but still not afraid to use a … [Read more...] about Ad Vanderveen: Release – Review