Music Reviews

27 May 2014

Katy Perry - The Prismatic World Tour review - Manchester, May 24

Credit: Christie Goodwin In the best visual show I've had the pleasure of seeing, Katy Perry stole the hearts of thousands of fans, dragged-along partners, parents and grandparents at Saturday night's ...
22 May 2014

Mariah Carey - 'Me. I Am Mariah... The Elusive Chanteuse' review

Going into the first listen of Mariah's new offering, I'm immediately put off by the ridiculous title of the record - and track number 12 'Money ($ * / ...)' ...
20 May 2014

Avicii featuring Adam Lambert - 'Lay Me Down' single review

Avicii Some new Adam Lambert vocals are a thing a lot of people have been waiting for for quite some time now, so those who haven't heard Avicii's recent album 'True' ...
19 May 2014

Sam Smith - 'Stay With Me' single review

As the first official ballad release from Sam Smith, 'Stay With Me' had a lot to prove, and it's certainly managed to surpass all expectations, as the rising star proves ...
18 May 2014

Robbie Boyd - 'So Called Man' album review

Folk-driven Robbie Boyd next week releases his debut album 'So Called Man', just two weeks after his lead single 'Less Than Friends'. After honing his craft through hours of busking in ...

15 May 2014

Heather Peace - 'The Thin Line' album review

Just a few seconds into the opening and title track of Heather Peace's new album, I'm left wondering just who it is her voice manages to remind me of, and ...

7 May 2014

Sara Bareilles - 'The Blessed Unrest' album review

Sara Bareilles is finally bringing her Grammy-nominated album 'The Blessed Unrest' to the UK featuring current single 'Brave'. Kicking off with that tune which has a piano instrumental sounding very similar ...
4 May 2014

Anastacia - 'Resurrection' Album Review

Just last year she underwent a double mastectomy after breast cancer returned for a second time, but that didn't stop Anastacia from fighting and coming out on the other side ...
2 May 2014

Drake Bell - 'Ready Steady Go!' album review

Opening with a cover of The Kinks' 'Sunny Afternoon', Drake Bell is far from the generic pop singer many may have expected after coming from one of Nickelodeon's most popular ...
30 April 2014

Hannah Trigwell - 'Rectify' - EP Review

Instantly capturing my attention with a certain innocence and charm about her, Hannah Trigwell seems to be the 'Hurricane' she sings about in the opening track, hitting you with an ...

29 April 2014

ALECS - 'Prove' - Single Review

Exciting and fresh are just two words to describe ALECS, real name Alex Treharne. Returning with his single 'Prove', the young artist delivers something special. The track's a mellow one and ...

28 April 2014

NOW That's What I Call 21st Century - Album Review

If pop music of the modern era is your thing, then you're in for a treat with NOW That's What I Call Music's latest offering. This 21st century compilation of songs ...

27 April 2014

Lily Allen - 'Sheezus' - Album Review

Opening with the inspired title track, Lily's immediately impressing with her lyrical genius and ability to burst back onto the scene in a way she hasn't before. "I'm ready for all ...
23 April 2014

Effie - 'Conquer' - EP Review

Packing a punch with 'Addicted' - the opening track and lead single from her EP - Effie proves that good production with a distinct vocal can ensure a song is ...
23 April 2014

Lana Del Rey - 'West Coast' - Single Review

After the brilliance that was Lana Del Rey's cover of 'Once Upon A Dream' for the upcoming Maleficent movie, I had high hopes for any forthcoming music from the star. Unfortunately, ...
19 April 2014

Eurovision Song Contest 2014 - Copenhagen - Album Review

Opening with Albania's Shakira/Anastacia soundalike Hersi, you've an instant favourite as we get ever closer to the annual event. This year's crop of Eurovision Song Contest contenders are - as is ...
16 April 2014

Iggy Azalea - 'The New Classic' - Album Review

The long awaited debut studio album of Australian rap star Iggy Azalea is just days away from release, and with a tracklist that includes collaborations with Rita Ora, T.I and ...
14 April 2014

Amber Run - 'Spark' - Single Review

In the time of Bastille being at the top of their game, it's nice to see another group who pull on their accents to add a sense of realism to ...

11 April 2014

The Hoosiers - 'The News From Nowhere' - Album Review

The wait for a new Hoosiers record has been a long one. Some would say it's been far too long, but if the substance provided following the wait is fantastic, ...

10 April 2014

The Vamps - 'Meet The Vamps' - Album Review

The influx of boy bands seems to be never-ending nowadays, but not all of them see success and it's rare that one crops up with as much talent and charisma ...
8 April 2014

NOW That's What I Call Music! 87 Album Review

It's that time again, when NOW Music releases another edition to add to their hit series of chart music compilations. This time round we're faced with some fantastic pop tunes including ...

8 April 2014

Monica Azull - 'I Like It' - Single Review

Monica Azull is a new name to most, and her debut single 'I Like It' opens perfectly before her incredible talent is displayed. She's got everything you want from a soul ...

7 April 2014

Stephen Emmer feat. Glenn Gregory - 'Untouchable' - Single Review

Stephen Emmer With a 40-second opening that could almost be used to set the scene for a Hollywood blockbuster, the musical genius displayed on the instrumental for this track is something ...

4 April 2014

Melanie De Biasio - 'No Deal' - Album Review

The new album from Melanie de Biasio is not just any ordinary jazz album. Forget the jazz of hotel lobbies and lounge bars, De Biasio's latest release will give you ...