Sivu (aka James Page) has gained notoriety for his hauntingly surreal pop music laced with biblical imagery. With a unique sound that is set to propel the singer-songwriter into further recognition, LSi caught up with the Sinatra inspired […]
Music | Interview – Nick Mulvey
Last week, LSi caught up with Nick Mulvey at the Brudenell before the first night of his debut solo tour. Fresh from supporting Laura Marling and with his forthcoming album on the way, we wanted […]
Music | Mcfly & Busted team up to become ultimate supergroup…McBusted!
In September, McFly played a few shows celebrating their 10th (I feel obligatorily old) anniversary and, much to the appreciation of anyone paying attention, most of the spiritual brethren in arms, Busted, came along and […]
Music | Lily Allen has returned!
Vowing never to sing another note again, Lily Allen left her sterling musical career behind in 2009. However, it seems as though she’s had a change of heart as today she took to the Twittersphere […]
Music | Review – MØ, Linkin Park, Cut Copy & Mos Def
MØ – Bikini Daze EP (4/5) Danish born Karen Marie Ørsted (aka MØ) is the latest sensation to come out of the northern territories of Europe. After exploding onto the blogosphere in late 2012 with her […]
Books | Cheat's Guide to Old Man and the Sea
Tired of all the self righteous literary students looking down on you? Give those unemployable nerds a taste of their own medicine, with LSi’s Cheat Guide. This week: Hemmingway’s fishy masterpiece. Who? The Old Man […]
Music | Interview – Savages
The world used to be silent. Now it has too many voices and the noise is a constant distraction. They multiply, intensify, they will divert your attention to what’s convenient and forget to tell you […]
Music | Interview – Mount Kimbie
Prior to their gig at Stylus on 12th November, LSi caught up with Dom from Mount Kimbie on the day he was moving house about the warm relationship they have with Warp Records, the possibility of […]
Video Games | Gone Home – Immersive exploration game
As we settle into the winter months and the Northern climate becomes less hospitable, Gone Home does somewhat reflect a desire to recess into cushy family life and run away from looming essay deadlines. Except […]
Music | Lou Reed (1942-2013) – 'Goodbye grumpy old uncle Joe'
Cult Hero, iconic rock musician and one of the most influential artists of his generation; Lou Reed made up in influence what he lacked in commercial success. If you’re a fan of punk, electronica or […]
Music | Bonfire playlist
Tracks to reflect the high spirits of everyone watching the fireworks, this playlist is perfect for any bonfire soirée. Burning Heart – James Blunt The third track from his brand new album Moon Landing; the […]
Music | Interview – You Me At Six
From their humble beginnings and the release of their debut album Take Off Your Colours back in 2007, to surprising everyone (including themselves) with a headline show at Wembley late last year, British rockers You […]