Blinded by the Floodlights

Indie and alternative new music reviews, features & opinion.

The seven best indie songs of November 2023

Our favourite tracks from November 2023, featuring: The Beatles, The Goa Express, The Smile and more.

Friendly Fires thrill Glasgow's SWG3 on 15th anniversary tour

An 80-minute set at SWG3 celebrating the underrated greatness of Friendly Fires' debut.

Crystal Fighters - 'LIGHT+' review

Brightness reigns supreme on the Basque-inspired electronic band's fifth album, a record brimming with positive vibes and tranquilo.

The seven best indie songs of October 2023

Our favourite tracks from October 2023, featuring: The Vaccines, IDLES, Yard Act and more.

Bombay Bicycle Club further explore stylistic experimental ground on 'My Big Day'

The London indie icons sixth studio album is an eclectic collection of tracks that further removes them from their guitar rock origins.

Sadness reigns on Bleach Lab's delightful debut 'Lost In A Rush Of Emptiness'

Bleach Lab's debut is one of 2023's most emotional and captivating listens.

Slowdive progress again with 'Everything Is Alive'

The Reading shoegaze icon's second album since their 1995 hiatus isn't afraid to explore new ground.

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