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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Phildel ‘The Disappearance Of The Girl’

  May 5, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  Recently appearing on TV’s BBC 1 ‘Breakfast Show’ numerous advertising campaigns, a full 2 page feature in the ‘Observer’ national newspaper and in the Independent’s magazine ‘Radar’ as ‘One To Watch’. I’m going to introduce you to an incomparable artist who goes by the name Phildel. Phildel was one of those artist’s, you’ve heard the music before but no idea who sings it. Having signed to ‘Decca Records’ in 2011 Phildel has been quietly working on her debut album for [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: BENGA ‘CHAPTER II’

  May 4, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  From early beginnings making his way through the underground scene to being one third of futuristic dub pioneers Magnetic Man and  regularly gracing the biggest festivals, internationally. The last five years have seen Adegbenga Adejumo take a journey in the music industry that has bought his dubstep roots to the forefront whilst harnessing in all the best characteristics from other electronic genres. Chapter II is a perfect demonstration of just how the producer has managed to do this. Having listened [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Frank Turner ‘Tape Deck Heart’

  April 30, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  “Blacking in and out in a strange flat in East London, somebody I don’t really know gave me something to help settle me down and stop me from always thinking about you.” – I don’t know about you but when the opening track to an album touches on drug use, East London and constantly thinking about somebody, it usually has me hooked. There’s something relatable about doing stupid things in random places to help you in doing an ‘Eternal Sunshine [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Hurts ‘Exile’

  March 13, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  If you have a sweet-tooth for the sugar coated confection of 80’s inspired synth-pop then the latest release by Hurts should help you get your fix as the duo return this week with their sophomore studio album, ‘Exile’. Three years after the release of the outfits debut album, ‘Happiness’, Hurts are back to offer some of the same ingredients that helped the band find themselves a welcome fixture on the UK charts and team up with the likes of pop [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Ed Harcourt ‘Back Into The Woods’

  February 25, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  I have to say that I fell in love with the music of Ed Harcourt quite late in the game. When I was asked to review his last record, 2010’s ‘Lustre’ I wasn’t too sure what I was getting myself into. Though I had never heard any of Ed’s music prior to that point the word ‘intense’ always seemed to show its face when his music was described to me by others. I would say that the word is fairly [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Keaton Henson ‘Birthdays’

  February 24, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  Though the name Keaton Henson has been thrown about quite a bit within the music mill over the past year, hearing references and snippits of his music has kept me intrigued though as someone who very rarely listens to the radio these days I haven’t heard much more than these mini musical snapshots to place any judgment or final thought on his efforts. When a promo copy of his forthcoming record, ‘Birthdays’ was sent in my direction I was eager [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Everything Everything ‘Arc’

  February 18, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  When Everything Everything first appeared on the scene back in 2010, they brought with them a sound that the music industry so desperately needed. The world cried out in relief as something other than ‘Forget You’ by Cee Lo Green or Cheryl Cole’s ’Promise This’ began to dominate radio playlists and before long everyone paid close attention to the band famed for bringing the house down with their bizarre jazz inspired ensemble. While the rest of the world still quoted Rihanna’s ‘Only Girl’ in their Facebook [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Ben Harper And Charlie Musselwhite ‘Get Up’

  February 4, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  If slide guitar coated, blues scented roots offerings tick all the relevant boxes then the new collaborative release from Ben Harper and veteran of southern rock/harmonica extraordinaire, Charlie Musselwhite, might just be an album for you. Get Up is a demanding joint venture for the pair who have both done their time in the industry and learned a thing or two about what makes for a successful collaboration. A successful collaborative effort is exactly what the duo have composed and offered [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Choice FM Presents DJ ABRANTEE ‘Afrobeats The Ultimate Collection’

  January 18, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  Whether you’re a huge fan of Afrobeats music, a new listener to the genre or are you’re simply looking for infectious dance music that will enthrall and captivate you, this compilation has everything that you need. From the classic tunes that defined 2012 to the future hits for 2013, Afrobeats The Ultimate Collection has it all and for everyone too. Afrobeats The Ultimate Collection is out now and features tracks from Conor Maynard, Lemar, Tinchy Stryder and Ne-Yo, and quality Afrobeat tracks like [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: A$AP Rocky ‘LongLiveA$AP’

  January 16, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  Today we welcomed the eagerly anticipated debut album from one of hip-hop’s newest moguls, known to the masses as A$AP Rocky. Long.Live.A$AP is one album that I personally have been waiting to drop since we were given our first taste of what’s to come with ‘Goldie’. This track in my opinion consisted of a whole new gritty hip-hop sound that the scene has not heard before, and it screams originality. A$AP continued to be insanely sublime from start to finish with this [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Chris Bailey ‘Push The Preset’

  January 14, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  When listening to Chris Bailey’s new album Push The Preset, released on Kidology London, you will most definitely feel like laying back on the couch and letting the chilled early electro vibes drift you away, destination it seems is a more relaxing purlieus, far from all the hustle and madness of the fast-lane. Chris takes a new approach with Push The Preset, which combines house beats with lush, multi-layered sounds manifesting a deeper, somewhat laid-back and alternative flow. One of my [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Lisa Loeb ‘No Fairy Tale’

  January 12, 2013 / ALBUM REVIEW

  It’s been nine long years since Lisa Loeb released a studio album of all new material. The singer-songwriter’s debut, Tails, put the star on the musical map following the release of ‘Stay (I Missed You)’ and with a successful few years at the top, she helped lead the movement of female singer-songwriters into the mainstream. Following the release of ‘Stay’ with its iconic accompanying music video showing her drifting around an empty city apartment, a series of follow-up hits ensued including the [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Pilgrim Angry ‘Out Of The Blue’

  December 24, 2012 / ALBUM REVIEW

  From dramatic introduction ‘Tell Me The Truth’ to the closing chords of eponymous final track ‘Pilgrim Angry’, this classy debut is one to enjoy. Bringing together influences from the worlds of rock and classical music (including full on orchestral sections), this LP is a dark, theatrical treat that has an immediate impact. Initial impressions lead automatically to Muse comparisons thanks to the complex melodies and blended genres, but there’s something darker about ‘Out of the Blue’. The level of musicianship [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Steps ‘Light Up The World’

  December 24, 2012 / ALBUM REVIEW

  After a sold-out 22 date tour of the country’s biggest arenas which saw ticket sales close to 200,000, a number one ultimate collection release and two successful Sky Living series, 90’s pop group, Steps, really have had the comeback the group, and their fans, had hoped for. As their split lasted a decade, we were fairly positive that all ties were severed between members Claire, Faye, H, Lisa and Lee. Following successes that included 14 consecutive top five singles and worldwide album [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Olly Murs ‘Right Place Right Time’

  December 20, 2012 / ALBUM REVIEW

  It is a fairly obvious fact that there aren’t too many acts that survive the X-Factor gauntlet. For most winners, as time has shown, you are better off not reaching the top spot. Previous crown bearers such as Matt Cardle, Leon Jackson and Joe McElderry have all produced less than fruitful records following their ‘glory’ on the reality talent show. We have watched their careers dwindle away and, in Leon Jacksons case, be thrown into the bargain bins before disappearing [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Jeff Wayne’s ‘The War of the Worlds: The New Generation’

  November 17, 2012 / ALBUM REVIEW

  An iconic album gets the kiss of life this month as Jeff Wayne’s classic The War of the Worlds is handed over to some of today’s biggest musical stars ahead of a UK tour which hosts a collection of stars from stage and screen. The science-fiction novel, written by H.G Wells back in 1898, has gone through many transformations over the years. Countless films, television series and stage shows have paid tribute to one of the greatest pieces of science-fiction [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Loick Essien ‘I.D’ Mixtape

  November 13, 2012 / ALBUM REVIEW

  When it comes to strong UK R’n’B artists they are few and far between, but anybody who has heard Loick Essien’s material can tell you he fits the bill and gives hope to the UK scene. Loick’s been releasing tracks from his forthcoming album for two years, which still seems unlikely to be released, due to label mismanagement. But this week saw the release of his mixtape I.D and the return of one of the smoothest voices in UK music. Loick has called [...]

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  ALBUM REVIEW ::: Breakage ‘The Promise’ EP

  November 9, 2012 / ALBUM REVIEW

  It’s a risky business taking the science behind Drum and Bass and applying it to deep house grooves or dubstep sounds, these are genres that don’t tend to mix. But ‘Breakage’ has done just that with his new EP ‘The Promise’ and the result makes for some intense, head jerking, ear vibrating listening. Part of the Shy FX musical family over at ‘Digital Soundboy’. ‘Breakage’ has made his mark in the bass scene and has fast become a favourite with [...]

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