Beabadoobee makes us feel nostalgic in her confessional debut album, Fake It Flowers. Best known for her song Coffee which was later sampled on Powfu’s single Death Bed and consequently going viral on TikTok earlier this year, British-Filipino artist Beabadoobee wears her heart on her sleeve in what is thought to be her most sophisticated piece of work to date. Fake It … [Read more...] about Beabadoobee: Fake It Flowers – Review
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PYNKIE: #37 – Album Review
Vanquish negative thoughts and leave bad vibes behind in preparation for an abundance of positivity and upbeat sounds with new PYNKIE album, #37. The wait has been long for the part-time nurse, part-time indie rocker to release this record but it has, without a shadow of a doubt been worth the wait. Since the production process started last year, so much has gone on but one … [Read more...] about PYNKIE: #37 – Album Review
The Smallest Creature: Magic Beans – Review
The Smallest Creature release the 90s alt-rock influenced Magic Beans, managing to also draw on their own ideas to make a rounded album. It’s always nice to be reminded of the past through music. It gives a connection to what’s come before, but can be difficult to do in a unique way if newer bands want to draw on music from decades gone by. Luckily, new album Magic Beans … [Read more...] about The Smallest Creature: Magic Beans – Review
Anjimile: Giver Taker – Album Review
Boston-based indie-folkie Anjimile delivers pride, contentment and self-assurance in spades on their official full-length debut, a cohesive and finely engineered opus which cultivates strength from grief and self-discovery. The Boston-based, Texas-raised singer-songwriter Anjimile Chithambo’s sumptuous album, Giver Taker, was constructed in the wake of emotional torment … [Read more...] about Anjimile: Giver Taker – Album Review
Future Islands: As Long As You Are – Review
Having plummeted to fame from one viral song, expectations of Future Islands’ albums were already set high and it’s fair to say that they have delivered with this latest release. Although there aren’t any standout singles, all the tracks on As Long As You Are collectively form a rich, expansive and poignant listening experience exploring themes of love, life, and deeply … [Read more...] about Future Islands: As Long As You Are – Review
Katie Melua: Album No. 8 – Review
Singer-Songwriter Katie Melua is back with new record, Album No.8. After the soaring success from previous releases, this time she treats us to more beautifully composed tracks that showcase her talent amongst delicately balanced production and a keen ear for melody and structure. Katie has no problem showing off her vocal capabilities and her soothing tone has you keeping … [Read more...] about Katie Melua: Album No. 8 – Review