Bombay Bicycle Club O2 Academy 4/5 Stepping out into an impressive light show, Bombay Bicycle Club were more than comfortable in greeting a full house at Leeds’ 02 Academy. On the back of releasing their […]
Music | LUU Big Band with the Oxford University Jazz Orchestra
Following a successful excursion to Oxford to showcase their talents, it was the turn of Leeds University Big Band (LUUBB) to host an event for the Oxford University Jazz Orchestra (OUJO). In true Leeds style, […]
Music | Album Review – Wildbeasts
Wild Beasts Present Tense 4/5 After releasing three albums in four years, the Kendal four-piece put on the brakes for their latest endeavour, Present Tense; the result is a record that taps tastefully into contemporary […]
Music | Belgrave Music Hall – Leeds' very own Brooklyn hangout
After opening its doors in late 2013, the Belgrave Music Hall has become a bit of a second home for LSi’s music team. The spacious venue spreads across three floors housing two kitchens, a live […]
Music | Semester Highlights – Haim at Leeds Met Union
HAIM Leeds Met Union Friday 6th December Before becoming irreversibly engrossed with the artists who are going to cause a storm in 2014, let’s just take a moment to pop those ultra cool Californian sisters […]
Music | Album Review – Bombay Bicycle Club & East India Youth
Bombay Bicycle Club So Long See You Tomorrow 3/5 In a scene addled with charming young Indie bands, it’s never easy to say who’s going to be in it for the long haul. So Long, […]
Interview | Santa and his elf: "As long as we keep Santa’s drink topped up we can pretty much do what we like. He’s getting on a bit these days and he’s lost his edge.”
LSi caught up with Santa and his elf. Only things aren’t as festive as you’d expect all that way in the North Pole. Santa appears disillusioned with his job and frustrated with ever growing consumerism. […]
Music | Introducing – Saint Raymond
Introducing Haim’s support slot: Saint Raymond Fresh out of Nottingham, 18-year-old Callum Burrows is one to watch for 2014. Set to release his EP ‘Youngblood’ on 5th January, his catchy singalongs will be the first thing […]
Music | Ones to watch in 2014 – Real Lies
London trio Real Lies have uploaded just two tracks on soundcloud, yet they’ve already gained a healthy following with their house-inspired tunes, evoking the sight of watching the sun rise after a heavy party. Following a […]
Music | Live in Leeds – MONEY
Money – Belgrave Music Hall (5/5) In Manchester’s unforgiving industrial landscape, MONEY are the latest musical outfit to emerge from its crevices. Fronted by Jamie Lee – a clown-like and enchanting creature – they deliver […]
Music | Live in Leeds – Mount Kimbie, We Are The Ocean & New Model Army
Mount Kimbie – Mine @ LUU (5/5) Buried deep within Leeds University Union at the intimate, and appropriately name venue ‘Mine’, Mount Kimbie are putting on a show using a combination of live and electronic […]
Music | Preview – Gold Panda
Hailing from Essex, celebrated bedroom producer Gold Panda will be gracing Stylus tomorrow night to showcase his eclectic array of electronic sounds. After gaining a spot on the ‘BBC Sound of 2010’ and releasing his debut album Lucky […]