Arlo Parks: South London singer impresses again with the soothing ‘My Soft Machine’
The 22-year-old artist continues her journey to becoming one of the UK's most compelling indie pop stars on her second album.
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Neil Renton
- May 4
- 3 min
Temples prove they’re worth worshipping with 'Exotico'
A bit out there. A bit unconventional. A bit Temples. On the basis of Exotico, they deserve to be worshipped in the highest regard....
Matthew McLister
- Apr 11
- 3 min
Daughter: 'Stereo Mind Games' provides a reminder of how essential this band are
Despite being an album of two halves, the London-formed indie folk trio do enough to remind us of their beauty and importance.
Josh Robinson
- Mar 31
- 6 min
7 reasons why you should listen to Slowthai’s new album 'UGLY'
A deep dive into the career of Northampton artist Slowthai - his third album marks him as one of the most exciting talents in recent years.
Matthew McLister
- Mar 22
- 4 min
Black Honey: ‘A Fistful Of Peaches’ is loud, emotive and slightly one note
A review of the Brighton band's third album which is worth persevering with if you don't get it at first. Two albums down and fast...
Matthew McLister
- Mar 10
- 4 min
The Lathums strike gold again on the sadder tones of ‘From Nothing To A Little Bit More’
The Wigan bands second album reveals their more sensitive side without losing their everyman appeal. Of all the indie bands to rise...
Neil Renton
- Mar 3
- 3 min
Shame release an early album of the year contender with 'Food for Worms'
The South London post-punk band gave us one of the best albums of the year in 2021 and they've done it again with Food For Worms.
Neil Renton
- Feb 3
- 3 min
The Murder Capital: Gigi’s Recovery lacks momentum
Heralded as the first great guitar album of the year, the Dublin band's second album lacks momentum.
Matthew McLister
- Jan 26
- 4 min
We Are Scientists: underrated '00s indie heroes charm with late-night vibes on 'Lobes'
The underappreciated New York band mix it up for their synth-heavy eighth album.
Blinded By The Floodlights
- Jan 13
- 7 min
12 albums we’re looking forward to in 2023
The indie and alternative albums we’re looking forward to most this year: confirmed, rumoured and wishful thinking.
Matthew McLister
- Dec 16, 2022
- 14 min
Blinded by the Floodlights best albums of 2022
From January to December, here are our thirty favourite albums of the year. Featuring Foals, Arctic Monkeys, Alvvays and more!
Matthew McLister
- Nov 22, 2022
- 8 min
Blinded by the Floodlights best debut albums of all time
Four Blinded by the Floodlights contributors reveal their favourite debut albums.
Matthew McLister
- Nov 2, 2022
- 4 min
Arctic Monkeys: The Car is dramatic, lush and proof of their greatness
It’s time to embrace new Arctic Monkeys rather than bemoan how they’ve changed - their seventh album is wonderful.
Matthew McLister
- Oct 26, 2022
- 3 min
Pastel: Manchester's hottest new band whet our appetites with latest EP Isaiah
Championed by Liam Gallagher and fresh from appearing on Soccer AM, Pastel channel the sound of Manchester on their brilliant second EP.
Neil Renton
- Oct 13, 2022
- 2 min
The Snuts set fire to the curse of the difficult second album
On Burn The Empire, the Snuts have a message to deliver and they’re doing it with the conviction of a band that actually cares.
Matthew McLister
- Oct 6, 2022
- 4 min
Alvvays: Blue Rev review
They've taken their time in creating a record that doesn’t scream for attention, hooking you in with its fuzzy textures and subtleties.
Josh Robinson
- Sep 30, 2022
- 3 min
September's snapshot indie review ft. The 1975, Jockstrap & more
A snapshot review of the best new music from September 2022 featuring The 1975, Red Rum Club, Jockstrap, Yungblud and more.
Matthew McLister
- Sep 28, 2022
- 4 min
It's taken me 30 years to finally appreciate Suede
Suede's new album Autofiction is so energetic and immediate, it's led me to re-evaluate the London art rock band and Britpop itself.
Matthew McLister
- Sep 17, 2022
- 4 min
Death Cab For Cutie - Asphalt Meadows review
Death Cab's tenth studio album is warm and bleak, their best work in years.
Matthew McLister
- Sep 7, 2022
- 3 min
Two Door Cinema Club: Keep On Smiling review
The Bangor band's fifth album does exactly what it says on the tin - it brims with light, hope and indie pop goodness.
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