Review

Minimalist composer Sarah Davachi revels in dreamy and furry atmospherics; attentive listeners can dive into her sprawling new album and discover an eerie and generative beauty which takes its time to unfold. The Canadian minimalist composer Sarah Davachi is a skilful and seasoned purveyor of sparse, drone-based, analogue synthesiser music that’s heavy on mood and plays out … [Read more...] about Sarah Davachi: Cantus, Descant – Review

Whisper-voiced genre-hopper Sufjan Stevens serves up a cyborg soundscape of rage, conviction and disenchantment, flecked with moments of joy and levity, which will entice even the most casual listener. A new song-based Sufjan Stevens release is always a cause for celebration, and the idiosyncratic singer-songwriter’s ninth solo album, The Ascension, comes as sweet-honeyed … [Read more...] about Sufjan Stevens: The Ascension – Review

Christmas is on the horizon. Michael Bublé is defrosting as we speak. But this year his annual festivities have some competition - Carrie Underwood and her first Christmas album, My Gift.  … [Read more...] about Carrie Underwood: My Gift – Review

Thurston Moore delves inside to release an array of hypnotising, energy-driven tracks that will have you lost in thoughts and feelings on new album By The Fire. Sonic Youth Guitarist Thurston Moore knows a thing or two about building engaging and addictive songs. His signature guitar style and penchant for creating emotionally layered music was the mainstay of the … [Read more...] about Thurston Moore: By The Fire – Review

Transgender music pioneer Shawna Virago adds a new coat of paint to track Heaven Sent Delinquent, adding electric guitar to accompany the uplifting lyrics. What makes an artist strong is being able to look back on previous work with new ears and be brave enough to make changes. It might be a change in circumstance that has made them hear the track in a different way or … [Read more...] about Shawna Virago: Heaven Sent Delinquent (Electric Single Mix) – Single Review

Craving strong, politically-oriented hip-hop that reflects the times we are living in with a respectful nod to the past? Public Enemy delivers this and then some on latest album What You Gonna Do When The Grid Goes Down? Returning to Def Jam with Chuck D at the helm, political messages and contemporary reflection are embedded into the fabric of the entire album. With a … [Read more...] about Public Enemy: What You Gonna Do When The Grid Goes Down? – Review