Reviews
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2011-10-14
Mylo Xyloto Coldplay
A triumphant fifth LP which reveals familiar strengths in all the right places.reviewed by Martin Aston
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2011-10-03
Every Kingdom Ben Howard
An impressive debut LP from the Devon-based folk-pop newcomer.reviewed by Nick Levine
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2011-09-12
+ Ed Sheeran
Underwhelming debut from a rising artist whose promise hasn’t delivered a set to remember.reviewed by Natalie Shaw
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2011-09-02
Playing in the Shadows Example
A third album which should establish Example as a chart-topper for the long haul.reviewed by John Aizlewood
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2011-07-01
Torches Foster the People
A debut of MGMT-like magic to leave you pumped up for more.reviewed by Mark Beaumont
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2011-05-19
Born This Way Lady Gaga
Cut away the hype, image and psychobabble and there’s still a great pop album here.reviewed by Ian Wade
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2011-04-13
This Modern Glitch The Wombats
The pop album of the year, by at least a dozen choruses.reviewed by Mark Beaumont
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2011-04-08
Walk the River Guillemots
An ambitious third LP which disappointingly fails to fully connect with the listener.reviewed by Tom Hocknell
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2011-03-28
Vices & Virtues Panic! at the Disco
Panic!’s third album positions emo in a far happier place than a few years back.reviewed by Sean Adams
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2011-02-28
Who You Are Jessie J
With Cornish’s profile at a high and awards in the bag, Who You Are is a guaranteed hit.reviewed by Mike Diver
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2010-11-15
Progress Take That
An ebullient, daring album which sounds more like a fresh start than a final destination.reviewed by Jaime Gill
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2010-05-24
Immersion Pendulum
Their best album yet, almost as enjoyable as their frenetic live performances.reviewed by Mike Diver
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2009-11-09
Only Revolutions Biffy Clyro
A likeable collection, showcasing a natural evolution, but hardly essential listening.reviewed by Chris Beanland