Music Reviews

State Champs are a band that embody all the addictive qualities of modern-day pop punk: catchy-as-hell choruses, energetic guitar melodies and relatable lyrics on the joys and tribulations of growing up. Their self-titled, fifth album is no exception.

Infused with haunting melodies, stomach-dropping breakdowns and dizzying electronic sounds, Make Them Suffer’s self-titled album is an impressive record that takes the listener beyond a mere audio experience; prepare to be auditorily knocked about, where bursts of adrenaline are interspersed with small oases of calm.

Against The Current vocalist Chrissy Costanza recently released her first solo effort in 'VII', a seven track EP filled with cinematic rock and pop that pushes her music in a new direction.

London Grammar are back with their fourth studio album 'The Greatest Love', out now via Ministry Of Sound. Here we find ten tracks filled with haunting vocals from Hannah Reid, backed up with some jaw dropping guitar work from Dan Rothman and of course not forgetting the multi-instrumentalist Dot Major - there is no stopping this trio who always come up with fresh new music.

After two years of silence, Manchester-based cyberpunk outfit Overrider release their album, 'Sparse Vector'.

'Friend of a Phantom', the fourth album by VOLA, showcases a mature blend of heavy riffs and atmospheric synths. Themes of change and introspection are explored through reflective lyrics and layered soundscapes, capturing human vulnerability. Each track contributes to a cohesive, thought-provoking journey and solidifies VOLA's place in progressive metal. 

Indie-rock greats Razorlight return with their latest album, 'Planet Nowhere', filled with the energy and charisma that first made them a staple of British indie rock.

Amyl and the Sniffers have just released their third studio album 'Cartoon Darkness' via Rough Trade Records, and we think it's their best yet - who says punk is dead?

German post-hardcore band Future Palace have released their third album 'Distortion', following on from their two previous albums 'Escape' and 'Run'. It is almost feels like a continuation from 'Run', as vocalist Maria Lessing writes more deep and meaningful lyrics dealing with subjects such as depression, toxic relationships and inner conflict.

Surf-punk band FIDLAR re-enter the music scene with their fourth album, 'SURVIVING THE DREAM', an album caught between the high-energy, youthful sound of the band and a new, more mature and reflective lyrical style. Tracks like 'FIX ME' highlight their raw vulnerability, while 'GET OFF MY WAVE' shows the more playful, chaotic energy associated with the band.