Label Focus: Ninja Tune
"I think even to be an independent label that is still able to remain fresh with ideas after 30 years, attracting some of the most…
Recounting: Opal by Batu
"I could never write music which wasn’t connected to Bristol in some way, it’s the bedrock of what I do. Having said that,…
Shoplifting with They Hate Change
"We feel like we come from the same place as Stereolab. No one where we are from is playing jungle, footwork, or any other genres…
Shoplifting with Nova Twins
"As two young mixed girls looking at an industry that obviously wasn't that diverse, to see three, strong, powerful Black women on the…
Preview: A Likely Lad
Peter Doherty with Simon Spence A Likely Lad The long-awaited, candid memoir from Peter Doherty, exploring his darkest moments with astonishing frankness, his trademark wit and…
Album of the Month - June 2022
Horsegirl Versions Of Modern Performance Matador Driven garage rock with instrumentation that ebbs and flows, giving you warmth, keeping you hooked and eager for more. Horsegirl…
Shoplifting with Home Counties
"In our own music, we start on the computer. But it's when we actually play the songs, that's when we make…
Shoplifting with Hater
"I chose ABBA obviously. The 'Gold, Greatest Hits.' I like to party." Joining us for the latest Rough Trade racks rummage are…
Rough Trade Essential: Debut Albums
Let's take it back to the start. One of the most significant moments of any music career, a debut album is the first opportunity…
Recounting: Nervous At Night by Charlie Hickey
"I think meeting Phoebe (Bridgers) made the idea of doing what I love feel a lot more tangible and she’s always supported me in…