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Johnny Marr Call The Comet
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Album Review: “Call The Comet” by Johnny Marr

  • Sophia
  • 17th June 201817th June 2018

Johnny Marr stands on a stage of British rock legends. After his iconic spell as lead guitarist and co-songwriter of The Smiths, the Manchester rocker has established a stellar solo…

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25/05/2018: The music of my week

  • Sophia
  • 25th May 20185th August 2018

This week includes a tantalizing music selection of tracks from The Last Shadow Puppets, The Strokes, Crowded House, Jigsaw, and Shed Seven. Enjoy! “Last Nite” by The Strokes The Strokes…

Johnny Marr
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New Release Alert: “Hi Hello” by Johnny Marr

  • Sophia
  • 14th May 20185th August 2018

At the end of last week, Johnny Marr released the second single from Call the Comet, his upcoming album.Β In contrast to his last single, the cosmic “The Tracers,” “Hi Hello”…

Arctic Monkeys Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino
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Album Review: “Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino” by Arctic Monkeys

  • Sophia
  • 11th May 2018

The year is 2018, and the iconic Arctic Monkeys are finally back with a new album. On the first listen, the new album threw me into an utterly confused and…

04/05/2018: The music of my week
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04/05/2018: The music of my week

  • Sophia
  • 4th May 20185th August 2018

This week’s music post includes Jamie T, soul, and a song about a war waged on Mars. “Sticks ‘n’ Stones” by Jamie T Released in 2009, “Sticks ‘n’ Stones” is…

Noisettes
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Throwback Highlight: “Never Forget You” by Noisettes

  • Sophia
  • 22nd April 2018

Released in 2009, “Never Forget You” (by Noisettes) is a soulful number that beautifully echoes the style and mood of early Motown. The rock band perfectly blends the guitar riffs,…

Manic Street Preachers Resistance is Futile
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Not so distant colours: “Resistance Is Futile” by Manic Street Preachers

  • Sophia
  • 14th April 201814th April 2018

Welsh rock icons Manic Street Preachers have released their 13th album, Resistance Is Futile. Oh boy, have they come back fighting. Manics are still throwing punches with some glorious music,…

Johnny Marr
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Song of the Week: “The Tracers” by Johnny Marr

  • Sophia
  • 11th April 201817th June 2018

From being the ex-lead guitarist and co-songwriter of The Smiths, to collaborations with Hans Zimmer and Blondie, to his five-year gig as a solo artist, Johnny Marr is a rock…

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26/03/2018: The music of my week

  • Sophia
  • 25th March 2018

In this week’s music post, I have put together a collection of precious throwbacks and a new release. Enjoy! πŸ™‚ “Believe” by Elton John I think it’s apt to begin…

the fratellis
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Fun and Throwbacks: “In Your Own Sweet Time” by The Fratellis

  • Sophia
  • 20th March 2018

The Fratellis have returned with a fun, electrifying and wonderfully creative album. In Your Own Sweet Time not only embodies the band’s playful and catchy musical style, but also shows…

Arctic Monkeys
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Fluorescent Adolescents: An Arctic Monkeys Retrospective

  • Sophia
  • 15th March 201816th March 2018

  Regarded as one of Britain’s most loved indie rock bands, Arctic Monkeys have a spirit and sound that sets them apart. Their cheeky and emotionally-attuned explorations of life, the…

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12/03/2018: The music of my week

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  • 12th March 2018

This week, I have added an extra song in the music list! You never know, it could end up being your favourite. Enjoy! “Castle on the Hill” by Ed Sheeran…

Boy George - NME
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Goodbye NME!

  • Sophia
  • 9th March 20189th March 2018

The iconic NME (New Musical Express) sees it’s final print version hit the streets today, Friday 9th March 2018… 66 years after it first rolled off the presses in 1952….

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05/03/2018: The music of my week

  • Sophia
  • 6th March 2018

In this week’s music post, I’ve put together some very different tracks. We’ve got some indie hits, dream collaborations and as always, general feel good. Enjoy! πŸ™‚ “Pumped Up Kicks”…

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26/02/2018: The music of my week

  • Sophia
  • 26th February 201826th February 2018

After much delay, my music cap is back on! The weekly music posts and occasional music reviews are making their return on the blog. This week, it is all about…

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