New York City in 100 Songs
To celebrate the city that has given so much to us, we asked our staff to name the songs that represent it best. New York City…
Album of the Month - September 2025
Saint Etienne - International Heavenly Recordings A radiant final serenade, after 35 years of eclectic contributions to pop. Saint Etienne - International Rough Trade Exclusive Italia…
Ranked: Radiohead's Greatest Albums
"Although we share a love for this band, he was there when OK Computer came out and everyone’s tiny little 90s minds were blown,…
David Byrne x The Tonight Show at Rough Trade Below
On Tuesday in New York City, we hosted a very special listening party for David Byrne's new album Who Is the Sky? at Rough…
Ranked: Fontaines D.C.'s Greatest Albums
"That all that excitement, untamed talent and restless artistry could converge and unfold in a space built for collective devotion felt like poetry in motion.…
On The Rise: The Belair Lip Bombs
No skips indie rock brilliance. Maisie Everett, Mike Bradvica, Jimmy Droughton and Daniel "Dev" Devlin are Melbourne's The Belair Lip Bombs. Over…
A Rough Guide To: Vintage Vinyl at Rough Trade
"...put some spare time aside so you can come and dig for hours - you have to commit. But secondhand vinyl is worth it."…
Summertime and the Livin' Ain't Easy: Mental Health in the High Season
"...the tradition of music is age-old... It brings people together. It helps us express our experiences, our feelings, our desires, and it can help us…
Rough Trade Essential: New Wave
"New wave was the time when we opted for arming ourselves with tape recorders by the TV on Thursday nights, surrounding ourselves with the tunes…
Album of the Month - August 2025
The New Eves - The New Eve is Rising Transgressive A ceremonious statement showcasing a band with an unstoppable fire to bend music and meaning. The…
Ranked: Alex G's Greatest Albums
"Alex G's not so sure he's the real thing. With ten acclaimed albums and an adoring cult fanbase, I'm…
Album of the Month - July 2025
Barry Can't Swim - Loner Ninja Tune Meticulously crafted emotive electronica, drawing on house, jazz and global sounds to create unparalleled moments of wonder.…
Ranked: Pavement's Greatest Albums
"Pavement are the only band in the world that can turn a mess this hot into a rapturous triumph. And boy did they." Through…
A Rough Guide To: UK Grassroots Music
"More than a building and a stage, it's something that's grown over years, and it's a feeling. It'…
Albums of the Year So Far 2025 | Rough Trade UK
The music that hit and the music you missed. Welcome to our list celebrating some of the best music to hit the racks in the first…