The Curved Line is the fifth studio album from Kel Mckeown, otherwise known as Kelpe, released on his own label DRUT. Previously unfamiliar to his music I was eager to listen to the record, comparisons […]
Depression Cherry by Beach House
On first impressions it would be easy to award Beach House the fattest of zeros for their fifth LP, Depression Cherry. The cheaply made velvet packaging malts away under the slightest of breezes, spiralling fluff not […]
What Went Down by Foals
The cumulative buzz that Foals generate with each album release is nothing short of astounding, but it’s cleverly planned. 2013’s Holy Fire was unleashed to the world off the back of the hype of the […]
Dale by Pitbull
For years I have been left bewildered and amazed by the enigma that is Armando Christian Pérez, a man more commonly referred to as his stage name Pitbull. Known for his charm and charisma, his ability to sample […]
Another One by Mac Demarco
In 1998’s ‘The Big Lebowski’, Jeff Bridges’ drawled “Um, I am not “Mr. Lebowski”. You’re Mr. Lebowski. I’m the Dude.” However, Jeff Lebowski is no longer the Dude: Mac Demarco is. Demarco has now become somewhat of […]
Born In The Echoes by The Chemical Brothers
The Chemical Brothers were one of two bands closing Glastonbury this year – the other being The Who. Similarities between the rock juggernauts and the dance pioneers are more abundant than you might think, both feature two […]
Homesick by Matrixxman
Charles McCloud Duff’s musical career under various acronyms has flirted with all things four on the floor. His debut LP as Matrixxman, Homesick, has however confidently pinpointed his style, taking the Detroit school as a […]
Work It Out by Lucy Rose
Lucy has clearly made a sincere attempt to create a defining and diverse image of herself in this album. After being a backing singer for Bombay Bicycle Club for so long, this should have been […]
New Day by Satoshi Tomiie
Dance music can be disorientating, often repetitive and by nature familiar. Satoshi Tomiie’s sophomore album is a perfect example of why this need not be a problem. The aptly named “Last Night (In this dream […]
A Dream Outside by Gengahr
It is a rare thing when a seemingly simple indie four piece from London establishes themselves so quickly with one bold and unmistakable leap within their debut album. Gengahr undoubtedly do this in A Dream […]
Feels Like by Bully
Nashville quartet Bully are everything that indie rock needs right now. Heavy, distorted, reverb-encased guitars thrash about alongside drums that sound as though they’re being pounded by a sledgehammer wielded by the angriest person alive. […]
My Love is Cool by Wolf Alice
Wolf Alice pushed back the release date for their debut album to ensure that it was as good as it could be. In doing so the hype grew and it was built up to be […]