Time and time again, rock finds itself in the same old position: a band, beloved for their heavy roots, venture into calmer waters and are subsequently scorned for it. Enter Shikari’s latest single, ‘Live Outside’, […]
For Emma, Forever Ago – A Retrospective
Ten years and ten days ago, the enchanting For Emma, Forever Ago was self-released by a then unknown Justin Vernon, under the guise of Bon Iver. Re-released a year later by Jagjaguwar, the album marked […]
Dear UK: you can win Eurovision (next year)
Dear UK, We need to have a talk. It’s about Eurovision. I’ve heard your entries. What do you think you’re playing at? Don’t you know there are people who care about your reputation? Keep up […]
12 Record Store Day releases you need on your shelves right now
Whether you’re on Elton John’s side who recently said that ‘vinyl just sounds better’, or you are one of the thousands of people who are shunning the digital revolution in favour of the 12 inch, one […]
Bowie’s Blackstar: a closeted LGBTQ superstar
Most music fans are no doubt already familiar with David Bowie’s pioneering stage personas and continual reinvention. More dedicated followers will be well versed in how these traits encouraged fearless self-expression and pride throughout the […]
Have Yourself a Merry Little Gryfmus: The Gryphon’s Top 10 Christmas Bangers
Since the dawn of Christmas, man has grappled with a single, profound question. What are the definitive, Top 10 yuletide bangers? Here at the Gryphon Music, we think we’ve finally cracked it. Scouring the entire […]
‘In the face of blatant misogyny’: Why Madonna is still relevant today
Last week, Madonna accepted the Billboard award for ‘Woman of the Year’. Upon acceptance, Madonna gave a speech addressing issues such as ageism, sexism and misogyny and how she has been subject to such issues […]
Is it time to start taking Hip Hop designers seriously?
In the midst of fashion weeks across the world and following London Fashion Week in September, global megastar Beyoncé released her highly anticipated second Ivy Park collection that she cofounded with Topshop owner, Sir Phillip […]
Feature: Loved Up or Broken Up – 10 Songs to make Valentine’s Day
The annual schmaltz-fest is nearly upon us – the time of year that makes you think that love is just something invented by bank managers to make us all overdrawn. But as far as pop […]
Feature: What do we have to look forward to in 2013?
Welcome to 2013. By now you are just about settled in; Christmas is a fading memory, New Year is a memory you were never party to, and it is time to start looking ahead. […]