On their third LP, L.A. duo Girlpool takes a sharp departure from their signature sound, mixing gritty rock instrumentation with dreamy synths, with wondrous results.
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Nina Nesbitt’s long-awaited sophomore LP is a brilliant and deeply personal record that embraces resilience and proves why she is one of Britain’s most exciting modern pop stars.
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On her fifth album, Sharon Van Etten has embraced change in both her personal and professional life to create her most honest and captivating record yet.
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For our first post of 2019, join as we countdown the Top 20 albums released in 2018.
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The Good, The Bad & The Queen, led by the poetic musings of Damon Albarn transform EartH Hackney into Merrie Land for three nights. Here’s our verdict of the triumphant opening show.
Read MoreBeastie Boys Book Live & Direct - EartH Hackney Review
For an unconventional evening, The Perfect Tempo presents an unconventional review/recap of the Beastie Boy’s Book Live in Hackney. Because this was much more than a book reading, this was a beautiful and bonkers celebration from Mike-D and Ad-Rock of not just their career but of their beloved pal Adam Yauch and it wasn’t to be missed.
Read MoreReview: The Good, The Bad & The Queen - Merrie land
It’s taken a confused and damaged nation to bring super group The Good, The Bad & The Queen back to the studio. Spurred on by Damon Albarn’s poetic musings, the group have crafted not just their finest record but an album that genuinely relates to the times we live in.
Read MoreReview: Tommy Genesis - Tommy Genesis
The self-titled debut record from Canadian rapper Tommy Genesis is a remarkable concept album which showcases one woman with two very contrasting sides
Read MoreReview: Connan Mockasin - Jassbusters
A sharp left turn from Connan Mockasin, ‘Jassbusters’ is a short yet intricate record that demands your full attention and rewards you greatly for it.
Read MoreReview: Molly Burch - First Flower
With her second album ‘First Flower’, Molly Burch showcases the much more nuanced and jazz stylings of her repertoire, with a finely crafted, forward thinking record.
Read MoreReview: A Star Is Born (2018 Soundtrack) - Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper
On the classics fourth remake. Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper bring a refreshingly modern take to the classic story with a soundtrack which manages to capture all the emotion of the big screen, whilst standing on its own feet as a truly remarkable album.
Read MoreReview: Viagra Boys - Street Worms
With ‘Street Worms’ Swedish sextet Viagra Boys unleash a ferocious debut record full of experimental twists, dark humour and exciting riffs.
Read MoreLily Moore - Omeara [Live Review] 'Simply Outstanding'
Playing her largest headline gig to date at a sold out Omeara. Lily Moore, now with a full backing band, is simply outstanding. A young woman with a powerful voice, who continues to rise through the ranks.
Read MoreReview: Lily Moore - I Will Never Be [EP]
After impressing with her debut EP earlier this year, Lily Moore’s outstanding follow up showcases a young singer who has a natural talent for songwriting, incredible vocal delivery and now a discography to match.
Read MoreReview: First Aid Kit - Tender Offerings [EP]
A companion EP to their incredible ‘Ruins’ record released earlier this year. ‘Tender Offerings’ is a collection of heart wrenching, defiant stories which show an already intimate First Aid Kit at their most vulnerable. The result is once again mesmerising.
Read MoreReview: Eminem - Kamikaze
Eminem, hurt from the criticism last year's 'Revival' received. Returns with 'Kamikaze' unfortunately the rage filled follow up once again fails to ignite a creative spark.
Read MoreReview: Big Red Machine - Big Red Machine
The collaborative project from Justin Vernon (Bon Iver) and Aaron Dessner (The National) is a collection of beautiful free-flowing sonic masterpieces for the listener to get lost in, with the occasional glimmer of hope.
Read MoreReview: Muncie Girls - Fixed Ideals
Muncie Girls second record, ‘Fixed Ideals’ is A combination of authentic punk and deeply personal, emotive lyrics that don’t just tackle the worlds messed up politics but also the conflicts inside us that we usually try to hide away.
Read MoreReview: Ariana Grande - Sweetener
Ariana Grande, an artist that continues to develop and evolve, releases her most diverse and experimental pop album to date. Full of positive anthems that mostly hit the sweet spot.
Read MoreReview: Santigold - I Don't Want: The Gold Fire Sessions
Santigold's surprise mixtape combines bright summery Dancehall with hard-hitting political commentary.
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