Reviews
Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds - Chasing Yesterday
With his Oasis days behind him – despite constant rumours about the band reforming –Noel Gallagher returns after three years with his second solo album. Though it may contain some epic arena ballads, Will Chasing Yesterday show us that Gallagher can create his own sound as a solo artist?
Purity Ring - Another Eternity
For a group that partly relied on the trap music trends present around the release of Shrines, it’s hard to imagine the Canadian synth pop duo would create an album that would stick to that same formula, as the fans of electronica’s subgenres can be fickle. So, have they moved on from 2012’s hot music craze, and can they avoid judgement from the electronica fanbase?
Architects - Shadow of a Doubt
After a string of successful albums and a documentary, Architects look set to become legendary in their field.
Ultimately a great comeback for the band, Blur‘s latest track ‘Go Out’ really brings the nostalgia factor, taking you back to the ‘90s with a classic Britpop feel.
Blur - Go Out
Tom Delonge - New World
After feuding with his now former blink-182 bandmates, Tom Delonge was quick to announce his first solo release To The Stars… Demos, Odds and Ends.
Oasis - (What's The Story) Morning Glory
Oasis’ critically acclaimed second album, (What’s The Story) Morning Glory, sold a record-breaking 347,000 copies and spent 10 weeks at the number one spot in the UK Albums Chart. Displaying a massive departure from their debut, Definitely Maybe, the album featured a larger emphasis on catchy choruses and stringed instruments.
The Jesus and Mary Chain - Psychocandy
The infamous debut album from The Jesus and Mary Chain was released in 1985 to serious acclaim. The album was described at the time as ‘a great citadel of beauty’, and as the Scottish group prepare to release a limited edition version of the album for record store day 2015, it’s clear that Psychocandy is still highly relevant today.
Sigma ft. Labrinth - Higher
There is a very detailed formula for commercial drum and bass, which is as follows: tweak the instrumental from a previous song if chart success was attained, substitute another singer who had a number one album four years ago, send it to Capital FM.
Royal Blood - Manchester Ritz - 03.11.14
It’s a special occasion for Manchester gig-goers, Royal Blood are in town. Their debut album was the fastest selling rock album since Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, selling over 40,000 copies in its first week, and the crowd are anticipating a magnificent night. For some of them, this is their first time seeing the Brighton-based duo.
NME Awards Tour - Manchester Ritz - 26.02.15
The NME Awards Tour has seen some huge names over the years - from Coldpay, to Arctic Monkeys. It’s a tour that guarantees some brilliant up and coming bands. However, NME have dived into the punk direction a bit too much. The tour just doesn’t seem to have that shimmering appeal it once had.
Of Empires - Stranger Sensations
Fuelled by radio-friendly indie rock melodies, Brighton-bred rock outfit Of Empires’ debut EP Stranger Sensations is a short burst of solid but unoriginal indie-infused rock. Noticeably less blues-focused than previous work, the EP is a relaxed classic rock & roll release meant for warm summer days.
Drenge - Undertow
After the release of their aggressive, murky self-titled debut album, the Loveless brothers, aka Drenge, are back with a second album. The initial feel of Undertow is one of progression, as the brothers are now finding their feet and gaining a serious reputation.
Benjamin Clementine - At Least For Now
The North London singer-songwriter Benjamin Clementine has had a seemingly bumpy ride up to now. Brought up by very strict Christian parents and he began busking in Paris, making a hard living pedalling his own soulful interpretation of the world around him.
Metallica - Master Of Puppets
By 1986 Metallica’s massive cult following had erupted into to an arena-sized frenzy. With two albums under their belt including their epic debut, Kill 'Em All, no one had any idea of the masterpiece that was looming.