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Iconic Y2K Movie Music Moments

From colour palettes to fashion styles to retro tech, the Y2K aesthetic is on the up. But what about the music that soundtracked it? Today, the…

Live Events At Rough Trade: What to Expect

Following the recent government announcement that restrictions are to formally ease, as of Monday 28th February we will no longer be asking for any proof of…

On The Rise: Sinead O'Brien

A bona fide creative wunderkind whose ingenuity and artistry surpasses any hint of circumscribed creativity. Recorded at the back end of 2021 in producer-extraordinaire Dan Carey&…

Shoplifting with Nation Of Language

"For me, this is kind of the quintessential synth record. There is so much ambition and exploration on this record and listening to it always…

Album Of The Month - February 2022

Mitski - Laurel Hell Dead Oceans Produced throughout the isolation of the global pandemic, Laurel Hell provides a soundtrack for transformation, by acknowledging vulnerability and resilience.…

Recounting: Ants From Up There by Black Country, New Road

"When we go through this transition of becoming a slightly different band, you take it one of two ways. You can be scared that people…

Preview: Ten Thousand Apologies

Fat White Family and the Miracle of Failure A music book that barely features any music, a biography as literary as any novel, and a confessional…

On The Rise: Loose Fit

Expel pent-up angst with unashamedly scuzzy beats and a decent dose of boogie. Attitude included. "Our band was officially formed on 3rd November 2017 in…

Recounting: Live From Studio S2 by Hania Rani

"In Studio S2 you can feel the leftovers of the great history of Polish radio recordings. There is a magic that always makes me feel…

Label Focus: Gondwana

Originally founded in Manchester in 2008, Gondwana Records draws on global inspirations to operate a truly international independent label. With a distinct ear and eye for…

On The Rise: Walt Disco

A thriving musical mutation of razzle-dazzle and self-affirmation. Glaswegian six-piece Walt Disco have not only snagged the best band name in recent memory, but have the…

Album of the Month - January 2022

Yard Act - The Overload Zen FC/Island A post-punk appraisal of the 21st century's rampant capitalism, combining the retro touchpoints of British indie,…

On The Rise: Honeyglaze

Protean musical nectar to savour. It's hard to believe Dan Carey's new Wunder-kids on the block only got together before the first…

Sell Your Used Records & Collections Today

We’re interested in buying your pre-loved vinyl. One collector's used vinyl is another one's treasure. Whether you're looking to…

New Year Revolutions

Is there a better way than veganism to solve the climate crisis? What does "feminism" mean today? How has unconcious bias affected technology? Looking…