The one-man show of Damon Gough known as Badly Drawn Boy has been absent from our ears for over 8 years, that is until now. “Banana Skin Shoes” marked a sonic transition for the musician towards a more layered electro-funk…
Album Review: Tom Misch and Yussef Dayes – “What Kinda Music”
You’re in a room, the lights are dimmed, and a pulsating beat is heard. In one corner there is Yussef Dayes, the experimental jazz player known for his immaculate drum skills, in the other stands Tom Misch, the alternative musician…
From The Record Crate: Nirvana – “Bleach” (1989)
Bleach, the debut record of Nirvana, served as the birthing grounds for grunge music. Recorded in 30 hours for just $600, the raw and authentic sound of the release made it crystal clear what the scene is all about. It’s…
Album review: Fiona Apple’s “Fetch The Bolt Cutters” is the perfect storm
It’s become standard practice for Fiona Apple to take from 7 to 8 years between her albums, but no one is complaining. Fetch The Bolt Cutters is able to form such an intimate connection between the auditory levels of the…
Album Review: Frances Quinlan Lets Her Voice Take Charge in ‘Likewise’
Known for her powerfully expressive voice, Frances Quinlan’s new album is a collection of elegant and unconventional sounds. Likewise, being the first release under the singer’s own name, works with an untraditional mix of instruments, from the harp to contemporary…
10 Ways Attend a Show During the Lockdown
With everything going on in the world, music is a great way to relax and escape just for a couple of hours. So we decided to put together a list of 10 ways you can get involved. From audio to…
Album Review: Hamilton Leithauser Becomes the Grand Narrator in ‘the Loves of Your Life’
Hamilton Leithauser’s fourth solo album The Loves of Your Life is the true meaning of independent music. The multi-instrumental musician and former Walkmen singer produced the release at his home studio The Struggle Hut and, with assistance from his wife,…
