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

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

Dylan Khotin-Foote’s woozy fourth album is a masterclass in muted, less-is-more beat-making; his expressive and smouldering soundscapes make for a quietly seductive and captivating ear massage. The Canadian producer Dylan Khotin-Foote alerted the world to his talents with his 2014 debut, Hello World, a gauzy slice of lo-fi electronica which flirted with the more melodic side … [Read more...] about Khotin: Finds You Well – Album Review

Recorded in a quick, two-week burst and then stored away for two years thanks to maternity leave, Emmy The Great’s new album April / 月音 has finally arrived. Emma-Lee Moss (better known as Emmy The Great) has a stunning voice. It’s gentle, but it has an ache to it too. An emotive control that only the best musicians have. Combine that with a flair for literate, captivating … [Read more...] about Emmy The Great: April / 月音 – Album Review

Doc Straw and the Scarecrow release an honest, country-folk ballad that draws on personal experience against settled rhythms. Virginian Southern Rock ‘n’ Roll artist Doc Straw & the Scarecrows really know how to set the scene and probe the mind through lyrics. Track Get on By was written by singer and guitarist Mike Straw after a 3-hour conversation with his sister and … [Read more...] about Doc Straw and the Scarecrow: Get On By – Single Review

Christmas seems to have arrived early this year, as we review our second yuletide record in as many weeks. This time world-renowned icon Dolly Parton releases A Holly Dolly Christmas, her first full-length Christmas album in 30 years. Dolly Parton has compiled a whopping 3000+ songs in her back catalogue, and she shows no signs of slowing down with the release of A Holly … [Read more...] about Dolly Parton: A Holly Dolly Christmas – Review