The former Pavement leader, Stephen Malkmus' returns with a typically whimsical if rambling take on a psych-folk album. The elder statesman of slacker indie rock, Stephen Malkmus, has frequently resembled an aimless, rootless soul since Pavement’s demise almost two decades ago. However, since 2018 there have been signs of a tentative return to form and a sharpening of … [Read more...] about Stephen Malkmus: Traditional Techniques – Review
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Circa Waves: Sad Happy – Review
An ambitious attempt to focus each side of an album entirely on an emotion is expertly delivered by Scouse indie rockers Circa Waves with their latest release, Sad Happy. Liverpool is most famous for birthing The Beatles, but through the years a multitude of other excellent musicians have come onto the scene (whether that be Echo & The Bunnymen, Frankie Goes to Hollywood … [Read more...] about Circa Waves: Sad Happy – Review
Morrissey: I Am Not A Dog On A Chain – Review
I Am Not A Dog On A Chain is the new album from Morrissey, his 13th solo studio album to date. This is an amazing achievement and one in the eye for all those who thought he could not possibly survive without The Smiths and Johnny Marr's iconic guitar. I have never been a fan of Morrissey's singing voice. So how can I be a Morrissey fan? Well, I am in many ways. I like his … [Read more...] about Morrissey: I Am Not A Dog On A Chain – Review
Justin Bieber: Changes – Album Review
New Justin Bieber record Changes is an album of redemption, and his cherubic voice is an instrument of God: the big sexy God of Holy Matrimony. New album Changes from Justin Bieber isn’t brazen enough to be a huge pop hit, nor sexy enough to be a great R&B album, nor flashy enough to fit the Drake mould. So what is it? It’s highly sensitive, perhaps of greater similarity … [Read more...] about Justin Bieber: Changes – Album Review
Breaking Benjamin: Aurora – Review
Breaking Benjamin return with their dark angsty sound which has been replicated and perfectly executed in their latest record, Aurora. Focusing heavily on mental health, the overall message of not giving up is inspiring and necessary for many listeners. Angels Fall and Dance With The Devil are both tracks which use religious concepts as metaphors for the deteriorating state … [Read more...] about Breaking Benjamin: Aurora – Review
Harry Styles: Fine Line – Review
On December 13th Harry Styles gave the best gift to all his fans this Christmas and released his second solo album Fine Line. With Jazz influences, this exciting record shows a different side to Harry and his talents. Watermelon Sugar and Adore You are both singles from the album which used fruit as metaphors to allow Harry to express himself. This can be seen from the title … [Read more...] about Harry Styles: Fine Line – Review