Matt Maltese is leading the way into a new era of song-writing, enamouring more and more listeners with his distinctive voice and romantic sway. Matt joins Sarah Oglesby on a rainy day in the warmth […]
Making Music Herstory Vol VIII: Meredith Monk
Meredith Monk will be 76 this year and she’s still going strong. The American composer, vocalist and performer released her last album in 2016, contributing to an impressive discography that’s already the length of a […]
Courtney Marie Andrews brings country charm to Brudenell Social Club, 18/04
With recent recognition from artists such as Elton John, Ryan Adams and actor Chris Pratt, it’s no wonder the Brude is filled to the brim with an excited audience who are eagerly anticipating the arrival […]
Sunflower Bean bring New York rock to The Wardrobe, 29/03
Sunflower Bean are a rock band and they want you to know that. Hailing from New York, the band are touring their second album, Twentytwo in Blue, which is currently vying for a place in […]
The Wonder Stuff + Ned’s Atomic Dustbin bring O2 Academy back to life, 04/04
As all music fans will know, the run-up to any gig is fraught with anticipation, but the wait for this particular Academy show was a little more intense. For many, seeing The Wonder Stuff and […]
IntheMiddle with Shigeto and his “trademark brand of drum-induced delirium” ahead of Brudenell gig
Shigeto is the charmingly laid-back, prodigiously talented Ann Arbor artist thumping his way through a “kind of crammed” European tour. Last week, he stopped by Brudenell Social Club, where fans enjoyed his trademark brand of […]
Top 10 Record Store Day 2018 Must-Have’s
Independent Record Store Day is right around the corner and the selection of great vinyl is mind-numbingly large. It can be hard to navigate such an eclectic and vast amount of records so I’ve put […]
Swedish DJ and Producer Avicii dies aged 28
Tim Bergling, better known as the internationally successful EDM musician Avicii, has died. Bergling was found dead in Oman on Friday 20th April, according to a statement issued by his representatives. Bergling had a history […]
Janelle Monáe celebrates intersectional feminism and femininity with stunning new track ‘Pynk’
Janelle Monáe is renowned for being something of an LGBT icon, who unashamedly embraces sexuality and calls out BS over pop hits. Her new release ‘Pynk’—the third instalment of her upcoming album Dirty Computer— absolutely […]
Tom Misch becomes a puppeteer of emotions on new album, Geography
Geography shimmers with a sincerity and sentimentality that is rare to find elsewhere. Opening track ‘Before Paris’ encapsulates Misch’s ability to become a puppeteer of your emotions. Sensitively gliding over a spoken-word monologue, Misch diffuses […]
The Magic Gang: “It all just suddenly hit me and I was crying from happiness.”
The Magic Gang have been the band on every indie kids’ lips in recent years, quickly becoming a household name with their seminal EPs and sell-out tours. Music editor Meg Firth sits down with bassist […]
Top 5 Acts To See At 2000 Trees 2018
2000 Trees might not be the biggest festival out there right now, but it’s fast becoming one of the best. Despite the more intimate setting, 2000 Trees has played host to some of the UK’s […]