“I said I was ready to die recently. And I think I was exaggerating. I’ve always been into self-dramatisation. I intend to live forever.” Today, the world awoke to heartbreak. This is a sentiment that […]
“Too Late To Say Sorry?” Sex Appeal, The Smiths, and Stifled Musicians
Zander Butler responds to Sophia Simon-Bashall’s article on Justin Bieber Since the industrial revolution, our society has shifted from a production based ethic to a consumption based one. Concurrently, this has impacted the culture industry, […]
Clinton vs Trump: LSR host press conference ahead of US elections
Leeds Student Radio held a press conference in Old Bar this evening ahead of the US elections. With Old Bar filling up already, members of LSR talked to the press about the US elections, giving […]
8 Ways To Tell Politicians To Go F**k Themselves (And 1 Reason Politicians Should Never Use Music)
As the results of the US election loom closer and closer, it’s a good time to remind ourselves that music can often serve as a big middle finger to the establishment. These are the best […]
Who Do Popstars Want For President?
It looks like pop stars are backing the democratic candidate – Hillary Clinton – on the campaign trail… For the best part of 2016, humans have had one thing on their mind. No Brits, not […]
“Too Late To Say Sorry?” Brats, Boybands and Bashing Beliebers
Justin Bieber recently embarked on the UK leg of his Purpose World Tour, and was welcomed by hordes of extremely enthusiastic fans – many of whom have been waiting over three years to see the […]
Public Access TV @ Oporto, 1/11/16
In a room not much bigger than your kitchen, New York buzz band Public Access TV played a set so hot the back window steamed up, making the gig feel like a sweaty late-night lock-in. […]
HONNE @ Brudenell Social Club, 27/10/16
“It’s all got a bit too sexy for them,” James remarks from behind the keys, as two audience members saunter out to the bar. On reflection, this could be the case. Since releasing their intimate […]
Death Grips @ Manchester Academy, 16/10/2016
Sacramento industrial punk-rap trio Death Grips bring their mysterious and notorious live show to the UK once again. This particular gig was in such high demand, it had been upgraded from the smaller capacity Academy 3. […]
In The Middle with Louis Berry
Last Wednesday we had the opportunity to catch Louis Berry before his gig at The Wardrobe on the same day that Annie Mac interviewed him. Tonight is the last day of your tour, how has […]
Four Tet All-Nighter @ O2 Academy Brixton, 15/10/16
The year is 2021. Four Tet has taken his annual All Nighter Event at Brixton Academy, but it now lasts for an entire week. Each night he plays a predictable selection of the same tracks, […]
In the Middle with HONNE
Ever since the pair of producers met at uni, electro-soul duo HONNE have been crafting their own, deeply personal brand of late night R&B. Bringing together soul, synth and funky bass with intimate lyrics, many […]