Reviews Albums

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 ...

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 ...
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 ...
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 ...

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 ...
3 April 2014

Pylo - 'The Woman' - EP Review

British guitar band Pylo have returned with a second release; 'The Woman EP'. Following their debut, they gained radio support from Rob Da Bank, Dermot O'Leary and John Kennedy amongst others, ...

31 March 2014

NEEDTOBREATHE - 'Rivers In The Wasteland' - Album Review

Releasing their first record of new material as a three piece was always going to be a test for NEEDTOBREATHE, following the departure of their drummer Joe Stillwell in July ...

22 March 2014

Sam Bailey - 'The Power Of Love' - Album Review

In one of the quickest X Factor winner turnarounds to-date, Sam Bailey is here with debut album 'The Power Of Love'. The collection of covers, with two additional original songs sees ...
20 March 2014

The Pretty Reckless - 'Going To Hell' - Album Review

"I think it ('Going To Hell') definitely represents what we sound like as a live band a lot more than 'Light Me Up' did." say Taylor Momsen in a recent ...
18 March 2014

George Michael - 'Symphonica' - Album Review

For all of the negative press he's received not directly down to but partly because of his well-documented battle with addiction, George Michael has managed to maintain a loyal and ...
16 March 2014

American Authors - 'Oh, What A Life' - Album Review

Zac Barnett, James Adam Shelley, Matt Sanchez and Dave Rublin - better known as American Authors - have arrived with their brand new debut album 'Oh, What A Life' through ...

10 March 2014

Sky Ferreira - 'Night Time, My Time' - Album Review

Sky Ferreira Sky Ferreira is gearing up for the UK release of her debut LP 'Night Time, My Time'. The young star-in-the-making was signed to Parlophone at 17 years old, releasing pop ...
8 March 2014

Room 94 - 'No Strings Attached' - Album Review

Room 94 - 'No Strings Attached' If there's one thing you'll be able to pick up straight away about this foursome of guys, it is that Room 94 love to and ...

7 March 2014

Kylie Minogue - 'Kiss Me Once' - Album Review

  Kylie Minogue - 'Kiss Me Once' Opening with the incandescent lead single 'Into The Blue', Kylie is back with her brand new studio album 'Kiss Me Once'. The overriding theme of this ...
5 March 2014

Paloma Faith - 'A Perfect Contradiction' (Deluxe Edition) - Album Review

Paloma Faith is back like we've never seen her before, with a 15-track deluxe edition of her brand new studio album 'A Perfect Contradiction'. Before I get to the music, can ...
3 March 2014

Pharrell Williams - 'G I R L' - Album Review

Pharrell Williams - 'G I R L' Months on from him thinking his career as a solo artist was over, Pharrell Williams returns with his brand new album 'G I R ...
28 February 2014

RuPaul 'Born Naked' Album Review

RuPaul - 'Born Naked' RuPaul's back with another brand new body of work in the form of 'Born Naked' - a compilation of fun, electronic tracks featuring collaborations with Big Freedia, ...
23 February 2014

Noah Francis Johnson - 'Life & Times' - Album Review

If there's one thing I'm a sucker for, it's attention to detail and being able to stand out from the crowd. This is something attended to with the 'Life & Times' ...

17 February 2014

The Jezabels - 'The Brink' - Album Review

'The Brink' is a melodramatic yet sometimes satisfying collection of tracks that are hit and miss throughout, with glimpses of genius through clever craft and vocals that wouldn't sound out ...