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Reviews and Features

New song and album reviews, featured articles and opinion from indie and alternative.

The Lemon Twigs: ‘A Dream Is All We Know’ review

The fifth album from the D’Addario brothers beautifully merges Beach Boys melody’s with the early experimental days of The Beatles.

Matthew McLister

May 9, 20242 min read

Indie review April 2024: The best songs and albums

Our 11 favourite indie albums and six favourite indie songs released in April 2024 - featuring Vampire Weekend, English Teacher and more.

Blinded By The Floodlights

Apr 30, 202412 min read

Libertines: All Quiet On the Eastern Esplanade review

Mixing maturer sounds with familiar playfulness, The Libertines prove there’s life in the old dog yet.

Matthew McLister

Apr 25, 20242 min read

Gossip: ‘Real Power’ review

The Arkansas band’s sixth effort is clean and accomplished while also lacking that killer touch.

Matthew McLister

Apr 19, 20242 min read

Indie review March 2024: The best songs and albums

Our eight favourite indie albums and seven favourite indie songs released in February 2024 - featuring Yard Act, Elbow and more.

Blinded By The Floodlights

Apr 2, 202410 min read

Real Estate: ‘Daniel’ makes for perfect Spring listening

The New Jersey dream pop band's sixth record draws strength in its familiarity.

Matthew McLister

Mar 21, 20242 min read

Liam Gallagher & John Squire: the album verdict

A solid, if unspectacular record, showcasing the talents of both Manchester legends without blowing the roof off.

Matthew McLister

Mar 15, 20243 min read

Indie review February 2024: The best songs and albums

Our five favourite indie albums and nine favourite indie songs released in February 2024 - featuring IDLES, The Last Dinner Party and more.

Matthew McLister

Feb 28, 20248 min read

How I was won over by The Last Dinner Party

Cynicism of the art rockers’ hype machine was easy, but the deeper moments on ‘Prelude To Ecstacy’ ensure the acclaim is warranted.

Matthew McLister

Feb 26, 20242 min read

IDLES: ‘TANGK’ review - Bristol punks discover new terrain on loved up latest

Their fifth record is a perfect combination of their boisterous past and the experimental direction they’re moving in.

Matthew McLister

Feb 22, 20244 min read

Declan McKenna: ‘What Happened To The Beach?’ review - engaging and psychedelic third record

If a little odd with a dialling down of immediacy, patience is required to fully appreciate the pay-off.

Matthew McLister

Feb 13, 20243 min read

The Smile: ‘Wall Of Eyes’ review - Radiohead members side project just keeps getting better and better

If The Smile keep delivering music this great, maybe the desire for a Radiohead reunion will disappear completely.

Matthew McLister

Feb 9, 20242 min read

NewDad: ‘Madra’ review - breathtaking, dream-pop debut

The Galway band's debut further cements their position as Ireland’s most exciting young band.

Matthew McLister

Feb 5, 20242 min read

Indie review January 2024: The best songs and albums

Our six favourite indie albums and our seven favourite songs released in January 2024 - featuring SPRINTS, The Vaccines and more!

Blinded By The Floodlights

Jan 30, 20247 min read

The Vaccines: ‘Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations’ is fun and predictable effort from West London indie heroes

The Vaccines sixth record is full of nostalgic indie pop tunes that seek to overcome relatable themes of sadness and heartache.

Matthew McLister

Jan 19, 20243 min read

Shed Seven: 'A Matter of Time' tops album chart to give Britpop band recognition they deserve

'A Matter Of Time' has made their old fans rejoice, made new followers fall in love and made headlines for getting to the top of the charts.

Neil Renton

Jan 16, 20243 min read

Most anticipated indie albums of 2024

11 albums the Blinded By The Floodlights team can't wait to hear this year - both confirmed releases and a few we're speculating about.

Blinded By The Floodlights

Jan 10, 20247 min read

Blinded By The Floodlight's indie albums of year 2023

Our top 30 indie albums of the year, featuring Grian Chatten, Young Fathers, The Hives and more...who will take the top spot?

Blinded By The Floodlights

Dec 21, 202312 min read

The Goa Express’ debut sparkles in brightness and youth

The Burnley five piece's record is an express journey experience to soundtrack sunny days and making memories with those closest to you.

Matthew McLister

Dec 14, 20232 min read

Crystal Fighters - 'LIGHT+' review

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

Matthew McLister

Nov 8, 20233 min read